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Published Oct 22, 2016

Joe Rogan Experience - Fight Companion - October 21, 2016

In this engaging episode, Joe Rogan, Yves Edwards, and Joe Schilling delve into the cultural and political influences on MMA, dissect the complexities of fighter health and recovery, and provide a fascinating exploration of distinct fighting styles and combat techniques.
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  • Political Outsiders

    The conversation shifts to political outsiders and their impact on the system. and discuss the challenges faced by figures like Donald Trump and Bernie Sanders, who are perceived as independent from the political establishment. Joe questions the implications of having a president who believes they wield ultimate power, while Yves highlights concerns over policies like Rudy Giuliani's proposal for ankle bracelets on those on the terrorist watch list 1.

    It's not, like, you're not the law. Like, you can't just lock her up, man. Like, there's a reason why we have this whole system in place.

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    expresses his frustration with the political choices, contemplating writing in Bernie Sanders as a protest against both major candidates 2.

       

    Cultural Insights

    Cultural reflections emerge as the hosts discuss perceptions of different cultures and their influence on MMA. and explore the significance of cultural icons like Bruce Lee and the challenges of promoting martial arts in America 3. They also touch on the cultural practices in Thailand, such as the reverence for the king, contrasting it with American attitudes towards political figures 4.

    The world is so much more diverse than the 818.

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    shares his experiences growing up in Ohio, where Confederate flags were seen as part of history, sparking a discussion on tradition and its implications 4.

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