Joe Rogan is joined by John Rallo, Matt Serra, and Din Thomas, diving into topics like nicotine benefits, cognitive enhancers, female characters in media, animal behavior, endurance training, coaching impact in MMA, and personal MMA stories. They also discuss male birth control options, social influences on kids, UFC fighter evolution, retirement decisions, memorable sports fights, and LA movie shoots.

John Rallo, owner of Shogun Fights and head coach at Ground Control Mixed Martial Arts Academy, joins Matt Serra, host of 'UFC Unfiltered' and BJJ expert, alongside Din Thomas, SiriusXM Fight Nation host. They dive into the evolution of MMA matchups, recovery innovations like stem cell therapy, and the importance of fighter safety, particularly regarding weight management. The trio also discusses the unique dynamics of personal stories in combat sports, the challenges of short-notice fights, and the influence of mental health on athletes' journeys.