The Joe Rogan Experience JRE MMA Show #113 with Chad Mendes
Aug 4, 2021
Chad Mendes, a retired UFC Featherweight fighter and outdoor guide, shares his insights on life after the ring. He discusses the emotional toll of retirement and the challenges fighters face in redefining their identities. Mendes dives into the controversial topic of weight cutting in MMA and its health implications, while also exploring the rising popularity of bare-knuckle boxing. Personal stories about hunting adventures showcase the thrill and unpredictability of wildlife encounters, blending humor with deep reflections on nature and survival.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Retirement Difficulty
- Chad Mendes discusses the difficulty of transitioning from a lifelong career as an athlete to retirement.
- Starting wrestling at five, his identity was intertwined with competition, making it hard to find purpose after stopping.
UFC Nostalgia
- Chad and Joe reminisce about their early experiences with UFC, renting VHS tapes from Blockbuster.
- This nostalgia highlights their long-time following of the sport and its evolution.
Weight Cutting as Cheating
- Weight cutting in MMA is a form of sanctioned cheating, as fighters compete at weights far from their normal weight.
- This gives larger fighters an advantage and leads to health problems.