Episode #1920

Dave Portnoy

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Joe Rogan and Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy discuss independent media, social-media moderation, political polarization, COVID-19 controversies, and Barstool’s business disputes. The conversation also covers combat-sports broadcasting and commentary, fighter interviews, boxing and MMA, gambling integrity, and the mindset, performance, and health risks associated with stimulants, steroids, and extreme bodybuilding.

What they talked about

  • Political categorization and media bias
  • Charity and distrust of large charities
  • NFL concussion controversy and CTE
  • Social media suppression and algorithms
  • Mainstream media reliance on pharma ads
  • Combat sports commentary and UFC analysis
  • Jake Paul's boxing career and opponents
  • Andrew Tate controversy and toxic masculinity

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