Ryan Hall: Martial Arts and the Philosophy of Violence, Power, and Grace | Lex Fridman Podcast

Ryan Hall is a jiu jitsu black belt, UFC fighter, and a philosopher of the martial arts. Please check out our sponsors to get a discount and to support this podcast:
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OUTLINE:
0:00 - Introduction
7:22 - Greatest warrior in history
11:48 - Genghis Khan
17:32 - Nature is metal
21:49 - Cancel culture
36:11 - Sci-fi books and movies
44:50 - Essence of jiu jitsu
51:17 - Jiu jitsu is a language
1:01:12 - How to get started in jiu jitsu
1:14:01 - The value of a good coach
1:25:42 - Lex training with Ryan
1:31:06 - Toxicity on the internet
1:34:41 - Joe Rogan
1:42:25 - Alex Jones
2:07:02 - Donald Trump
2:09:45 - The American ideal
2:17:33 - What does it take to be a jiu jitsu black belt
2:49:06 - Elon Musk
2:57:39 - Fighting BJ Penn
3:04:13 - Conor McGregor
3:12:08 - How to beat Khabib Nurmagomedov
3:16:00 - Top MMA fighters of all time
3:24:41 - Mike Tyson
3:41:13 - Fear of death
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[@lexfridman]

I really enjoyed this conversation with Ryan. Here's the outline: 0:00 - Introduction 7:22 - Greatest warrior in history 11:48 - Genghis Khan 17:32 - Nature is metal 21:49 - Cancel culture 36:11 - Sci-fi books and movies 44:50 - Essence of jiu jitsu 51:17 - Jiu jitsu is a language 1:01:12 - How to get started in jiu jitsu 1:14:01 - The value of a good coach 1:25:42 - Lex training with Ryan 1:31:06 - Toxicity on the internet 1:34:41 - Joe Rogan 1:42:25 - Alex Jones 2:07:02 - Donald Trump 2:09:45 - The American ideal 2:17:33 - What does it take to be a jiu jitsu black belt 2:49:06 - Elon Musk 2:57:39 - Fighting BJ Penn 3:04:13 - Conor McGregor 3:12:08 - How to beat Khabib Nurmagomedov 3:16:00 - Top MMA fighters of all time 3:24:41 - Mike Tyson 3:41:13 - Fear of death

[@herewardofbourn8197]

You should try neil asher underrated

[@GurtTarctor]

Another sci-fi classic that I highly recommend is The Stars My Destination by Alfred Bester, very ambiguous and interesting. Oh and Roadside Picnic by Arkady Strugatsky and Boris Strugatsky, which was the inspiration for Tarkovsky's incredible film Stalker, as well as several video games.

[@user-qw2dt8yw2h]

Where's the grappling exhibition match (in a suit) w Ryan? I'll def skip all the talking to that part 👊👊👊

[@shakur9567]

there's a line from one of the marcel the shell videos that always comes to mind, esp in the current cultural and political discussions which is at the heart of the genghis khan discussion - compared to what? we tend to compare our current situation to an ideal one. that leads to dissatisfaction. we're better off comparing it to how much worse it could be. then we can be happy and enjoy what we have know while we still work on making things even better.

[@DaRkShadOwxXx14]

Wish you asked about Lachlan Giles and Priit Mihkelson's stuff. I guess it was almost 4 hrs.

[@rogerwilco8835]

almost 4 hours of conversation with Ryan Hall? Gift I didn't expect to receive

[@davidwatson3041]

Me too. When I saw it I knew I would watch it but I had no idea how good it would be!

[@Eddieprice9]

Amen

[@leonjanderson7502]

Lex: ''So you're an adult?'' Ryan: ''No i'm a slightly better funded 12 year old.'' Truth. I like this guy. Humble and doesn't take himself seriously.

[@sdelgado2187]

Yeah, he made it clear he runs his school (for the public) at a ridiculous high level. And that's fine but he takes himself very seriously.

[@hofmeister15]

ima hide this in your comment he left a backpack full of weed in the cafeteria and got into alot of trouble lol

[@warmygreenfields]

"Bill Gates has done so many wonderful things for the world" - true 12 years old :)) And he can't name even one of those wonderful things...

[@damienholland8103]

@@brianwilson7624 He's an expert in the subject of Jujitsu so he probably is teaching most people he comes across.

[@lynzblk]

#relatable

[@desireoverpain]

Huge fan of Ryan Hall, never expected to see him on this podcast.

[@buildinit6523]

and dude can kill most people with his hands and feet

[@johnstonstreet5918]

@@JStack thanks for the recommendation man I really liked this episode so i'll listen that one back next

[@mirandaorr7935]

Right, but obviously he belongs here.

[@adamlawrence6986]

So this Jiu Jitsu Black belt has mentioned "Skyrim" and "Gandalf" in the first 21 minutes..... I'm 100% in.

[@adamlawrence6986]

and dan carlin...

[@godsofwar1186]

@@adamlawrence6986 Go and watch Mexican Martial arts "Why Bjj doesn't work" . Just watch it and assess what is true and what is not.

[@CStolzman]

And?

[@zackels]

Ya I thought it was easy to understand to me 😆🤣

[@godsofwar1186]

@@neekz0r You my friend are delightfully funny. I like your style.

[@BigHead8805]

Never realized how intelligent Ryan is. The man can speak for 20 minutes without so much as a stutter.

[@ncommerce]

Well, and spoke eloquently, and with amazing cross references, and poetically, about violence.

[@ncommerce]

@Da Sheat interesting. I've never known an eloquent dumb dumb

[@nikosthanopoulossarlis2919]

@@ncommerce One of the best at what he does . He cant be that dumb.

[@ysph]

i can't imagine what anybody would've known about ryan hall before they knew that. had you heard of him? lol

[@DweeD1516]

With so much reason profundity and wisdom at that.

[@jadonsancho2197]

Hello, Please bring Firas Zahabi as well. He is on the same area. We would all enjoy that conversation just like this one!

[@andrewmonroe757]

Firas and lex would be an amazing combo

[@DSVN23]

100% !

[@josephbastidas3561]

That would be an incredible podcast. Hopefully it happens someday.

[@DweeD1516]

Gooooood thinking! That would be perfect.

[@defface777]

I agree, really enjoyed his appearance on Rogan's podcast

[@STRmw2]

Ladies and gentlemen, one of the most avoided fighters in the UFC.

[@sachinpathy6940]

Imagine Ryan Hall vs TCity

[@STRmw2]

Sachin Pathy I would LOVE to see that. I think Brian’s definitely got him on the feet, his boxing is crisp when he’s not fighting Holloway 😁. But maybe Ryan is scatty and unpredictable enough to force the grappling and then I have no idea who’s better.

[@oisinquinn9469]

He’s avoided but beaten by the top guys. Saul Rogers easily beat him on tuf. Hall is very good just not elite

[@app369]

@@oisinquinn9469 Saul Rogers also beat Billy Quarentillo who is 15-2 and 3-0 in the UFC. Rogers is pretty good man. Also Hall is 4-0 in the UFC and looks a lot better than he did on TUF. He might be elite we will just have to wait and see.

[@garretttringale436]

Damnit his prime is slipping away :(

[@fabianopereirabatista8815]

I have attempted to meditate many times in my life and prior to this CD the only success I've experienced is with live guided meditation. kzbin.infoUgkxzpa8CIfZcihW4Z0F_ja0QF3W9KIatrsq This is the first CD I've used that cuts through my unmedicated ADHD and enables me to truly relax and experience a quiet and energizing interval. The instructors voice is very soothing and pleasant to listen to. I am easily able to sit successfully through the entire CD, and for quite some time after. I cannot adequately express how tremendously helpful this CD has been on my spiritual journey!! Two thumbs up and 10 stars!

[@joaofarias6473]

It's been so hard for Ryan to get a fight that he's now started doing podcasts to pass the time 😂

[@williamkjellstrand5280]

ikr

[@cocharles563]

He should fight cancer.

[@ahira2817]

@@cocharles563 wtf

[@dudududuFthetories]

You've made a great decision to branch out from an AI focused podcast, there is clearly much more to you than such a narrow focus.

[@whywatchme2214]

All we need now is joey Diaz, Eddie bravo and Duncan trusses and nobody will miss jre lol

[@oscarcastro6858]

Exactlty, it's about lex more than any specific topic.

[@tyfoodsforthought]

The amount of people interested in the same diversity of stuff Lex is interested in actually amazes me though. 😅 I am pleasently surprised 🙏🏾

[@PrashantMaurice]

Hmm, I am afraid I fall in the other camp. I was driven to lex because of insights that I never get to hear from joe, because lex can ask second order questions because of his background, eg: like ones from Wolfram. While I do understand that ufo topic will get 10x the views, I am not sure lex should go towards populism because then he won't ask in depth questions because he is not specialized in that field

[@pdsm1552]

@@PrashantMaurice As someone who got drawn to his podcast for very similar reasons to you- I have a slightly nuanced view of your point- I think Lex will ask nuanced in depth questions as much as he can. I personally loved this podcast as a JiuJitsu practitioner and competitor, having the opportunity to, for almost 4 hours, hear the thoughts of one of my "heroes" in the sport being interviewed by someone who gets it is an incredible opportunity. I do undertstand the concern that the further Lex strays from his domain of expertise, the less he will be able to ask those poignant questions. However as a physicist, his podcasts with Penrose and Hutchinson give me hope that he can still ask very incisive and thought through questions even outside of his field of expertise. At the end of the day, I enjoy Lex as an interviewer since he does his homework and has notes and gets questions from his audience too- so I should hope that translates to a slightly more populist approach to how the guests get chosen.

[@johnnywells1495]

"They're a judge for your crimes and a lawyer for theirs". What a perfect quote to describe the zeitgeist of the social media age we live in nowadays.

[@cocharles563]

A judge advocate General?

[@claudes.whitacre1241]

Right at the one hour mark, Hall talks about thinking objectively, and being open to the possibility what what he sees as objective , really isn't. He shows a deep understanding of how to think rationally, and compassionately.

[@ongobongo8333]

Lacanian

[@gerthunderlord]

I hope you actually still read the comments, because that´s a trait of people who actually care I think. You are a great guy Lex, like you have so much knowledge and positivity to share. As somebody who reads his comments, too, I can only say you made a good point for it when arguing with Joe. There is something to be gained from community interaction, be it humor, interesting thoughts or discussion and I would love to see things to improve in that direction further. I sometimes get negative comments, too, but also those same people sometimes return, like weeks or months later, to say that I actually changed their mind on things and to say sorry. Interaction leads to improvements, a lack of interaction and immediate feedback leads to stagnation I think.

[@ljohnson7124]

I tend to enjoy the comments on here as they are mostly thoughtful and respectful

[@djquiksilva]

Ger Thunderlord .. 100% 👍🏽

[@TheMongolianMage]

I think he does read a lot of these comments but doesn't respond here, either because he's got twitter, instagram, etc & they're better platforms, &/or his morality is such that it wouldn't let him respond to one comment without responding to all of them. Or something like that

[@lexfridman]

Yes, I still read comments (in moderation). I appreciate all the love and thoughtful ideas shared. On days when I really have to focus on a difficult task, I don't read comments. I'm writing more and more scripts to help me, and deeply thinking about how the entire system can be improved. One of the reasons I want to read comments is to motivate me to give more power to the voices of the people who deeply care for others and have a longing to connect on genuine human level.

[@djquiksilva]

Lex Fridman ... I guess that answers it 😳😉 ... Thanks for the podcast buddy, you are truly awesome 😎!!! Add me on Instagram peeps 🤙🏽 CardboardInvestMint

[@JohnDoe-bm5lp]

This has become my favourite podcast, KEEP IT UP LEX

[@ljohnson7124]

Agreed! And I wasn’t even into AI at all! Now I’m a little less afraid of it

[@mirrorengine]

same here!

[@jeshurunabinadab6560]

This conversation could’ve gone on forever and I’d be here for it.

[@DavidBaronStevensPersonal]

'if you cannot learn to inflict pain, you will be forever subject to those who can.' I wish I'd learnt that when I was younger.

[@stoianstelian33]

This podcast set gives me old JRE vibes

[@trailerparkboys3390]

Ffs not even close!

[@Hertz175]

What ryan talks about at around 54:00 regarding how language influences thought is known in linguistic circles as the sapir-whorf hypothesis. It is also one of the ideas behind the movie "Arrival".

[@lukalegin846]

Interesting

[@mohammedel-cheikh6682]

Ryan Hall's quote at the end of the interview. Not sure of the source, but wanted to write it down, as the words are very impactful. Live your life so the fear of death can never enter your heart Trouble no one about their religion, trouble no one about their view and demand that they respect yours. Love your life, perfect your life and beautify all things in your life Seek to make your life long and its purpose to the service of your people Prepare a noble death song for the day when you go over the great divide. Always give a word, sign or salute when meeting or passing by a friend, even a stranger when in a lonely place. Show respect to all people and grovel to none. When you arise in the morning, give thanks to the food and for the joy of living If you see no reason for giving thanks, the fault lies only within yourself. Abuse no one or no thing, for abuse turns the wise one into fool and robs the spirit of its vision. When it comes your time to die be not like those whose hearts are filled with the fear of death so that when there time comes they weep and pray for a little more time to live their lives over again in a different way Sing your death song and die like a hero going home.

[@Jazzhands1337]

chief tecumseh. maynard keenan said it on jre once also. beautiful passage

[@steveb9713]

This guy needs a title shot, and Ryan Hall should get top 5 contender

[@davidenivan]

Nobody wants to fight him because of his crazy difficult fighting style

[@phanthanhtrung2697]

I guess a black belt is pretty much a PhD in ass-kicking

[@brian8861]

He can't get a decent match

[@XxAznXxNinja]

I'm a Ryan hall fan, but this aged poorly lol

[@chasematthew1757]

LEX big fan! your podcast has really helped me pull myself out of a two year depression. Thank you so much!!

[@akiotatsuki2621]

Glad your out of a depression but why is this soo common? People come out of a depression finding joy from a KZbinr or KZbin channel?

[@good4gaby]

David Crockett why not?

[@akiotatsuki2621]

@@good4gaby guess your missing the point of me asking and assuming I meant discontent, I am curious why therefore I do not know, so how would I know why not?

[@good4gaby]

Lex has a beautiful heart and message. I’m glad Lex resonates with you, too! Happy you’re feeling better. 😊

[@good4gaby]

☮️

[@alexrandall8557]

God. Ender's Game. Hearing people talk about that gives me chills. I read that when I was probably around 10 or 11(6 years ago), and it remains one of the best book series I've ever read

[@BigJonkulous]

Since I first saw/heard Ryan in a post-fight interview I've wondered what he would be like if asked about things that really interest him. Thanks for this, Lex.

[@jamesgannon4514]

Me too. He's a fascinating dude.

[@Kate-cg6ii]

So I'm a new fan of Lex Fridman and I've been binge watching before bed his videos all week 🖤

[@djquiksilva]

Kate Cardell .. big fan of your eyes, if that’s really you 🧐

[@davids9522]

Welcome to the club.

[@Kate-cg6ii]

DJQuikSilva 😂 yes it's me and thank you so much 🖤🥰

[@djquiksilva]

Kate Cardell ... oh, you are so lucky 🍀... add me on Instagram CardboardInvestMint 😉

[@paulinadeluca9117]

DJQuikSilva simp

[@CD-oe5us]

LEX, dude you’re guest selection is under appreciated. Thanks so much for Bringing Ryan Hall on, been a fan of his fighting for a while since I’m from VA too. Your Caliber of guest is beyond Rogan and his comedian derivatives. No offense to them, but your podcast is special. Keep going! And thank you!

[@jarodcole1678]

Ryan Hall is so well spoken.

[@whywatchme2214]

I briefly met Ryan hall in Vegas when mcgregor ko’ed aldo. He was exactly the same as he seems her. Super nice, humble smart, and polite. 👍🏽

[@nikisdicki9383]

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[@DG-xg8vg]

Wow Ryan Hall, great job getting him on the podcast, Lex! His 50/50 dvd opened my eyes to the leg game years ago. What a legend.

[@cheesyeagle]

Wow, I really didn't see this one coming...nice job Lex! Ryan is one of the most interesting people in grappling/MMA, can't wait to listen to this episode

[@ryanj2004]

Throughly enjoyed this interview. Thank you to everyone that made it possible!

[@brianmincher716]

Absolutely brilliant. Two high level intellectuals and combat athletes, covering a wide and deep variety of topics for hours. . . Thank you Lex!!!

[@Snarkathon]

"Man will never be free, until the last King is strangled with the entrails of the last priest" - Denis Diderot, 1713-1784.

[@antkcuck]

Marcus Aurelius was supposed to be quite a good king

[@brianmincher716]

SantoAntonio and how many Marcus’s have we had? I’m pretty sure he IS the short list of benevolent dictators.

[@plain_simple_garak]

Marcus Aurelius was the last of the "5 good emporers" in Roman history. His son was a tyrant. That should tell you all you need to know. For every Cincinnatus in history there's like a hundred Caligulas

[@gickygackers]

@@plain_simple_garak type type type you have no idea lol

[@shanecaberto8191]

"Justice is a very dangerous thing." ...*Googles "Ryan hall chokes out drunk person"....*

[@phoomphgaming5538]

Dude I just googled it and was not disappointed

[@scobbiebhoy]

@Shimmy Shai Did you watch it? It's why i love Jiu-Jitsu. No need to hurt the guy. He didn't get knocked out.

[@YourAlphaOLOS]

Everything Ryan hall says. Could literally be said in Batman voice and fit perfectly in any Batman movie

[@acidarmour447]

"A crisis of courage." I feel like my world is aligning every time I watch one of your podcasts. Once again, thank you so much for sharing your conversations!

[@onetruecaesar99]

What an interesting choice! I love these left-field guests that you'll have on every once in a while, I think different perspectives from people with different backgrounds are very, very interesting.

[@The_mazatec_mystic]

Absolutely epic man, love that you let his wife talk, amazing!!

[@shotgun111180]

love how this guy lets the guest talk and doesnt interrupt

[@Michael-xb5zq]

Dude yes! I've been training for 10 years and it's so nice to see awesome fighters like Ryan Hall get a platform to speak. That being said, are you really drinking a coffee AND a red bull??

[@chrispoggi1726]

WE LOVE THE ECLECTIC INTERVIEWS. WHO EVEN INTERVIEWS RYAN HALL? WOW LEX. AMAZING.

[@skylosuno]

Amazing! he has great Jiu Jitsu instructionals, and is a great minded individual.

[@skinzocm5221]

you don't understand how happy i am seen that you interviewd ryan thank you

[@IllIIIllIIIllII]

This was an amazing podcast I really hope you have ryan back again! Thank you!

[@scargrizzly]

What a delight to come home from training to see you have a new episode up and it's with Ryan Hall!! Been waiting for a podcast with this Mad Scientist!

[@ch3ssmast3r3]

Lex really take the best things from other podcasts and really applaud them to his podcast. Very impressive

[@mayhem2288]

This was one of the best conversations I’ve had the pleasure of listening to. Thanks, both of you.

[@danielludlow8960]

What a great conversation! BTW Lex...the way you speak is why you have great conversation on your podcast. Its unpretentious and relaxing. That along with the questions you ask your guest makes the awesome podcast that it is. It's been my experience that those who purposefully try to "bring you down" actually speak to themselves the same way.

[@RahulSam]

Hey Lex, A great video would be your whole podcast setup, software and hardware. Please go through everything you do to produce such high-quality content. I'm sure a lot of people would benefit from it. Keep up the great work mate!

[@TheArtofGuitar]

Please tell me you guys roll at the end of this. :)

[@P4nopticon]

@@dranreb1118 he is a..... He would get dealt with.

[@elielsaf3362]

Damn. Ive never done that. This almost made tears roll, but I kbow what you mean.

[@Khalid-zi3ir]

IEyy your your name your y your yyyyyyyyyyyyyy

[@Khalid-zi3ir]

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[@Khalid-zi3ir]

@@P4nopticon KZbin

[@phanthanhtrung2697]

This has to be one of the best podcast episodes in a long time

[@jasonabc]

Holy crap so inspiring hearing Ryan talk about determination and persistence being the key to success

[@earlj.d.6285]

Always appreciated him as an athlete but I never knew how deep his thoughts were 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 This was an amazing episode. Thanks for this

[@DizzyOwnzj00]

Ryan's a great guy, was my instructor when I trained at Lloyd Irvin's gym.

[@pjmoran42]

Never heard of Ryan Hall. Incredibly articulate. Thanks.

[@aaron234567890987643]

Ryan is a great mind and athlete, so happy to finally see him in a long form interview

[@paradopx8618]

Lex your voice sounds like intellectually inquisitive ASMR, people will enjoy your specific podcast even more

[@selfactualization8260]

This was a great podcast more guests like Ryan! Thanks Lex!

[@ryanbrown8920]

Love listening to Ryan Hall flow through so many complex topics with ease and conviction

[@amiracleone2803]

Thank you Lex, I love you so much for this introduction so beautifully done. As a human being who has sacrificed all on the altar of the philosophy of The Martial way. You do an amazing job representing us brother and I thank you.

[@AndrejDukic]

Finally! I asked for this on twitter a week ago so I'm gonna take credit for this one! (I know it was probably filmed a month ago) So excited to listen to this, giddy! :D

[@rafnaegels8913]

I wished for this after watching old clips on this channel. So i’m taking some credit too!

[@elielsaf3362]

This guest is great, but he kind of misquoted Musashi, He didn't say the only goal was to win, he said it was to kill. That the only reason to ever parry or block was in order to deliver a killing blow. I really liked that comment though how he said fighting is "studied as a science but expressed as an art" is truly insightful. I'm a special operations operator BTW. Both of these guys are great.

[@hunter48129]

Lex is the man! Super entertaining and knowledgeable. Dives into some of the most coolest and deepest topics ranging from everything to anything. Can't wait to see more! Side note: Ryan Hall also has deep, critical and philosophical views on things. Very enjoyable to watch.

[@ortatraining]

Just attended a seminar with Ryan never having really watched him before and he was super down to earth and humble. Pleasantly surprised to have found that he did a podcast with Lex

[@charleskovacs795]

Conceivably, the podcast (episode) of 2020. Interview with a philosopher king.

[@Xpistos510]

I'd say more of a philosopher-warrior. He doesn't hold the political power be a philo-king.

[@zettelkastendev3760]

aha, lex is looking to find his own „eddie bravo“

[@TheMitchyevans]

I'll take Ryan over Eddie any day.

[@AG-pm3tc]

With all the respect to eddie as a support, this dude is on a different level.

[@littledittymusic727]

Just look into it 🧐

[@garretttringale436]

@@TheMitchyevans as a coach? I dunno, eddie gave us geo martinez

[@SirPraiseSun]

@@TheMitchyevans hah both ar4 great but eddie is funnier n crazy yin and yang indeed

[@lolwtfbbq111]

Gotta give major respect to you, Lex, for even being willing to consider the topic of forgiveness for Hitler as a Jewish man. Really, that's pretty deep. It makes me think perhaps I've held on to some resentment that I really should not hold onto. Obviously, it's easier said than done, but your point really does make me realize that I'm not dealing with issues nearly as deep as you might be. Thanks for being willing to lead that discussion by example instead of just saying an empty point and talking around it. I don't think many Jewish people would even be willing to talk about that Live for fear of castigation or being made fun of. Good stuff!

[@LIMLIMLIM111]

This is amazing, the whole back of my head conversation manifested here.

[@trojanmom8240]

Congratulations on changing the name of the podcast! Even if Joe recommended you don read the comments, I hope you read this one. There’s a tone of happiness in your voice that I heard once or twice before, but I believe it’s here to stay. Wishing you the best for your future and looking forward to watching grow and to enjoining the conversations with your future guests! I’m very proud of you!

[@reneramos3214]

Lex ur the Michael buble of intellectual conversation. Keep it up . ♡

[@adrielgonzalez2064]

This video has had me coming back and studying it every now and again since it was uploaded. Excellent conversation gentlemen!

[@Old_Man_Dan]

Lex, you are so inspiring and its amazing to watch you have a conversation with someone who inspires you.

[@curtthechameleon]

Lex, don't pay attention to the hate, I can't imagine how hard it is to not pay attention, but your doing us a great service and we appreciate it.

[@bigmacattack7747]

Ryan should really have a podcast, he's got so much to say, but he would need a co-host able to draw him out of himself. It'd be a huge hit.

[@josephbastidas3561]

I'd be down to see Ryan and Lex start a podcast together

[@TheScottGillies]

Love your show! I cannot believe the level of quality that your work so CONSISTENTLY displays!

[@terrymanly5051]

Lex, I am a newer subscriber. Ever since I saw you on JRE you peaked my interest, and have been watching many of your podcasts and videos ever since. You’re a genius, a genuine person, an athlete, and a musician and that fully doesn’t even encompass the personality you have. I want to start my own channel and have been planning ideas for a while now, and you a great inspiration. Thank you for putting yourself out there, it would’ve been a duller world had I not known you’d existed. Much love brother.

[@austincovington6248]

So happy you're stepping out of science purely from the new perspective's. Don't get me wrong, truly love math and all the guest you've had before hand, but the expansion of the pallete is super nice.

[@richkrupansky1339]

Hitting like button before I even listen. This should be great if you love Bjj

[@GooseTronics]

been getting addicted to your podcast recently... thanks so much for doing these

[@diegopayan3146]

Amazing that we get this conversation for free. Thank you so much Lex

[@chasematthew1757]

LEX!!! This may be one of my favorite podcasts of yours. Funny, the first I heard of you was from Rogans podcast. Now Iv been watching yours more lately.

[@PaperKhaos]

From Skyrim to Ender's game and LOTR references in the span of 10 minutes! lol love this guy

[@KornKakes]

Only 30 minutes in and i love the discussion already! I also loved the intro, not only do you come off as humble but you humbled me with your words aswell💕

[@googsuser9894]

So proud of you Lex. You have enlightened and vastly broadened my understanding though the way you interact and speak to others. Благодарю

[@adacPROKYON]

im hyped for this, i really enjoyed the early interviews on the channel with ryan.

[@DB-xz1sb]

Dude mad respect for this Podcast, hoping this becomes the new JRE podcast!

[@paidpro9]

Your an idiot. The new jre. Nothing like rogans podcast ya clown 😂😂😂😂 yes let s blah blah shut the fk up.

[@Galvaxatron]

Glad I gave this one a shot. I like Ryan's way of thinking.

[@Jamesss558]

You've earned a fan for life lex. Great to see Ryan Hall doing more podcasts. Great work lads.

[@akashkris]

The people and subjects in this channel is clearly hi-fi ing my thoughts

[@user-qm9ub6vz5e]

I’m only 30 minutes in and as someone who grew up in a Christian household and went to Christian school it’s interesting how much significance you put in grace and forgiveness. Two very big pillars Jesus lived on and how even in 2020 by some of the greatest minds they see it as a way forward.

[@fuhq5121]

Twas grace that taught my heart to fear.

[@yanivgurwicz2612]

Lex, the level of eloquence of your speech inspires most, if not all, of your viewers, and it has influenced me to try and perfect my phrasing. I salute you for that. Know that your choice of words, the rhythm, the quite talk, the effort you put into selecting the right wording, and the ”slow” pace - are all perfect. You are great for many reasons, and your style is one of those, so please never be discouraged by those who critique (even they keep coming back), and keep doing all that you do in your own unique and inspiring style.

[@Rudy-126]

So much wisdom in this podcast. I am thankful for the privilege just to listen. Thank you for sharing 🤙

[@jonnybeware6598]

A great conversation between two legitimately great guys. Lex, you’ve grown on me dude! Stay awesome...

[@littledittymusic727]

"What's Spotify?" 😁

[@davekumarr_gmail_com]

This podcast. It is awesome. Thank you Lex. Here's to wishing the 3 of you all the very best.

[@richardkirk6305]

Podcasts like these truly enrich my life, I deeply thank you for providing these places that I can submerge myself into and become better.

[@wearemany73]

30:00 Lex clearly goes for the polite nod rather than saying something like: “you’re referring to the ‘treaty of Versalles’ being used as political leverage by the Weimar Republic?” which may have made his guest feel silly. Lex is cool 😎

[@viderim5694]

versailles* sorry

[@kiwikewl]

I don't thino Hall was using it as an example of a justified reason for war in an absolute sense... rather as an example of a justification through the "righting" of wrongs which all punitive "justice" runs the risk of entailing.

[@shibalseki8818]

So surprised he wasn't laying on the ground during the podcast.

[@trustyWeedGuy]

This was an amazing listen. Congratulations to you both.

[@bobbylei]

Thanks for doing this interview, Lex!