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Israel Adesanya EXPOSES Dan Hooker

January 19, 202600:39
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You feel like you enjoy being called a
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psycho?
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>> I don't think I am, but I think they say
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the same thing about crazy people. You
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don't realize you're crazy. It's just
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everyone else who has to deal with it.
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>> I've heard Rogan call you a psycho.
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>> He's a savage.
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>> That's the one where Dan broke his arm,
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right?
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>> Did you break your arm at some point in
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the fight?
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>> Just a scratch.
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>> Israel on numerous podcasts, including
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the flagrant one after the Medicine
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Square Garden fight.
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>> He's a psychopath.
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>> Dan fought this guy who's a leg lock
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specialist. Dan said to himself, "If
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this guy gets to my legs and he cranks,
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Dan made an agreement with himself to
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just let it go."
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>> Yeah. It's funny like I thought that
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that's the way that everyone thought to
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the top of the world and you realize
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there's only like a handful of guys like
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that. It's cool when you run into them.

Podspun Insights

In this episode, the conversation takes a deep dive into the psyche of fighters, exploring the fine line between confidence and perceived insanity. The guests share candid anecdotes about their experiences in the ring, including a memorable moment when one fighter broke his arm yet continued to push through. The banter flows effortlessly, with humor and insight as they dissect the mindset of elite athletes who embrace the chaos of competition. The discussion reveals the unique camaraderie among those who have faced similar challenges, shedding light on the mental fortitude required to succeed in such a demanding sport.

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Episode Highlights

  • The Nature of Crazy
    You don't realize you're crazy; it's just everyone else who has to deal with it.
    “You don't realize you're crazy. It's just everyone else who has to deal with it.”
    @ 00m 05s
    January 19, 2026
  • Dan's Agreement
    Dan made an agreement with himself to just let it go during the fight.
    “Dan made an agreement with himself to just let it go.”
    @ 00m 26s
    January 19, 2026

Episode Quotes

Key Moments

  • Fight Injury00:12
  • Self-Realization00:28

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