Episode #222
Mike Dolce, Joey Diaz
Books mentioned
The Art of War
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The War of Art
Mentioned by Joe Rogan (host) · at 00:27:42 · ▶︎ Watch this moment on YouTube (approximate)
Amazon (opens in a new tab; affiliate link) Source: Transcript (podscripts.co)
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Joe Diaz and fitness coach Mike Dolce discuss Dolce’s work with fighters and everyday exercise, including treadmill workouts, accountability, nutrition, supplements, hydration, and weight management. They also explore diet and weight-loss goals, the demands of fight camp, anxiety medication, happiness, personal habits, and broader topics including food, farming, politics, and risky hobbies.
What they talked about
- Mike Dolce's background in fighter nutrition
- Grillo's Pickles and food talk
- Challenges of coaching MMA fighters' weight cuts
- Dangers of prescription drugs and the pharmaceutical industry
- Joey Diaz's weight loss and fitness journey
- Paleo diet and nutritional science
- Performance-enhancing drugs in combat sports
- Hollywood's performative culture
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