

#1602 - Justin Wren
Jan 27, 2021
Justin Wren, a professional MMA fighter and humanitarian, discusses his mission for the Mbuti Pygmy people in the Congo through his non-profit, Fight for the Forgotten. He shares heartfelt stories about overcoming addiction and the transformative power of helping others. Wren reflects on personal health challenges, including battling malaria, and the importance of community support in recovery. The conversation dives into the balance between self-care and altruism, crafting a narrative of resilience and hope that inspires listeners.
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Whiskey Surprise
- Justin Wren surprised Joe Rogan with a whiskey tasting from Buffalo Trace.
- Rogan got to choose a barrel to make 220 bottles with the Joe Rogan Experience logo.
Pot Tasting
- Joe Rogan humorously recounted a past experience judging a cannabis cup.
- He was too high to differentiate by the end, a situation he feared repeating with the whiskey.
Fight for the Forgotten
- Justin Wren discusses his non-profit, Fight for the Forgotten, which supports the Mbuti Pygmy people.
- They've dug 73 wells, providing clean water to over 60,000 people.