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Topics: Joe Rogan, UFC, MMA, Boxing, Boxing News, Ryan Garcia
Ryan Baldi
Topics: Joe Rogan, UFC, MMA, Boxing, Boxing News, Ryan Garcia
One of the top boxers in the world has threatened to "KO" Joe Rogan unless he is invited to appear as a guest on the comedian's podcast.
The Joe Rogan Experience is one of the most popular podcasts in the world, with over 19 million YouTube subscribers, more than 11 million average downloads and a regular place on top of the Spotify charts.
The UFC commentator has interviewed some of the biggest celebrities on the planet on his show, with guests including the likes of Mike Tyson, Mark Zuckerberg and Lance Armstrong and episodes usually stretching beyond the three-hour mark.
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Ahead of the US presidential election last year, Rogan's decision to interview Donald Trump – as well as his running mate JD Vance and Trump-supporting Tesla CEO Elon Musk – while also officially endorsing the Republican Party candidate via a post on X on the eve of the poll has been credited with playing a significant role in the 78-year-old's re-election.
Rogan started his podcast in 2009, with the majority of the early episodes featuring his friends from the worlds of comedy and combat sports.
And although the show has grown in popularity to the point that in 2020 Rogan signed a $100 million deal with Spotify to grant exclusive rights to the streaming giant – an agreement he renewed last year for $250 million – he still often invites prominent UFC fighters and boxers on the podcast.
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One big-name boxer who has not yet been called upon to appear on the JRE, however, is Ryan Garcia. And the 27-year-old is evidently not happy about that fact.
“I would KO you so quick, but nice kicks fam,” the boxer commented a workout video posted to Rogan’s instagram.
“I’ll have mercy if you let me on the show,” he added.
The 26-year-old lightweight is renowned for his ferocious hand speed, which has led him to a record of 23 wins, one loss and one no contest.
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Rogan is no stranger to the ring, however. The 57-year-old is a former professional kickboxer who still trains regularly in the sport while also holding a black belt in the grappling art of Brazilian jiu jitsu.