Dan Hardy OPENS UP About Fighting, UFC Beef and Power Slap

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Dan Hardy is an English former mixed martial artist who fought in the welterweight division. He signed a contract with the UFC in 2008 and was known as “The Outlaw.” In 2010, he fought Georges St-Pierre for the UFC Welterweight Championship but lost via decision. Later in his career, he moved into commentary before a dispute with the UFC resulted in their parting ways. Hardy now commentates on MMA for his own KZbin channel, Full Reptile: / @danhardyfr
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Stand-up comedians Konstantin Kisin (@konstantinkisin) and Francis Foster (@francisjfoster) make sense of politics, economics, free speech, AI, drug policy and WW3 with the help of presidential advisors, renowned economists, award-winning journalists, controversial writers, leading scientists and notorious comedians.
00:00 Intro
01:49 Dan's Life Story
05:30 How You View Your Opponent Before a Fight
08:25 What Makes Someone Want to Become a Fighter?
12:20 The UFC’s Impact on MMA
18:42 Why It’s So Difficult for Fighters to Quit
26:43 Sponsor Message: Athletic Greens
28:15 How Big is the Psychological Element of MMA?
35:48 The Future for Jon Jones
47:30 Why Dan Left the UFC
58:15 Why is the UFC Losing Momentum?
58:44 Dan's Opinion of Power Slap
1:05:37 The Appeal of MMA
1:10:53 Dan’s Top 5 UFC fighters
1:16:27 Opinion on KZbin Fighters
1:19:08 What’s the One Thing We’re Not Talking About?

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WATCH exclusive bonus content where *Dan* answers audience questions. CLICK the link: triggernometry.locals.com/ CHAPTERS 👇 00:00 Intro 01:49 Dan's Life Story 05:30 How You View Your Opponent Before a Fight 08:25 What Makes Someone Want to Become a Fighter? 12:20 The UFC’s Impact on MMA 18:42 Why It’s So Difficult for Fighters to Quit 26:43 Sponsor Message: Athletic Greens 28:15 How Big is the Psychological Element of MMA? 35:48 The Future for Jon Jones 47:30 Why Dan Left the UFC 58:15 Is the UFC Losing Momentum? 58:44 Dan's Opinion of Power Slap 1:05:37 The Appeal of MMA 1:10:53 Dan’s Top 5 UFC fighters 1:16:27 Opinion on KZbin Fighters 1:19:08 What’s the One Thing We’re Not Talking About?

[@soappy1720]

No thanks

[@brek5]

I'm so glad he has this stance on the slap thing. I am a big combat sports fan, but the slap thing just seems ridiculous to me and, like Dan said, dangerous.

[@Methazar]

I hate that stuff. Just brutality for violences sake 🤢

[@xmathmanx]

I'm not convinced slapping is worse for brain cells than repeated blows to the head, which you get training for boxing.

[@brek5]

@@xmathmanx Oh, the MMA guys are totally risking their health, but they can defend, unlike this slapping shit.

[@xmathmanx]

@@brek5 I don't like the slapping either, but if we're talking about brain damage boxing training is a lot more harmful

[@brek5]

@@xmathmanx Well, a lot of the guys have moved away from sparrng. You're not wrong. It's detrimental, but so are many things in life, and some of the guys have moved past brutal training sparring sessions.

[@icychap]

He is an extremely in-tune, self aware person. I am surprised, and impressed with how well he articulates his perspective. In all honesty, although I was not a fan of his when he was a fighter, I certainly am now.

[@gregmoore167]

Except from his extreme hatred of MMA Guru lol!

[@TheThigh]

@@gregmoore167 Seems more like a distain for mma reaction channels being so successful , and it sorta boiled over to guru. Honestly, if the drama did anything good, it probably brought more of guru’s audience to proper analysis from an obsessive madman, like Dan. and I’m all for that.

[@Pooki2024]

@@gregmoore167 Nobody likes him, he’s the UKs John Morgan,

[@ramokhan7997]

my thoughts exactly

[@UFCresultsweekly]

Mate he is probaly the best analyst for fighting there is. His breakdowns on his show are the most in depth there is. Super smart guy

[@fulgrim40k40]

Great to see Dan Hardy on the show! One of the few to say what he thinks while other commentators cower from the fear of Dana's retribution.

[@sycon7385]

Well said you nailed it

[@realreality2232]

Absolutely correct

[@Deleteyourself83]

Yeah, Dan and also Ariel are great

[@adamwalker5861]

Dan hardy is a true martial arts legend and what the UFC did was really disappointing for us as fans. We all miss the outlaw.

[@user-xx7tv7cc1y]

The UFC weren't in the wrong, Dan was. He's a smart guy, but he was in the wrong when he harassed a female colleague and tried to change the outcome of a fight because he didn't like the way the referee was acting.

[@Adizzle235]

It is really a shame what Dan decided to do in that moment because he’s one of the best MMA analysts in our time. His position demanded that he ultimately be professional and he failed at that.

[@deez3063]

@@user-xx7tv7cc1y okay liberal💀💀he has an absolute sweetheart for a wife, i highly doubt those accusations were valid. Dont believe everything you hear. And stay off of cnn and twitter

[@tonickmoss]

Dan is a rare gem in the MMA world!

[@richardgodfrey921]

DAN is the man! to a free spirit a free world....

[@Pf3563]

Loved his answer to "What's the one thing we aren't talking about?" Keep it up Dan

[@mickiejames08]

I'm so excited for this. Those who don't know him might be expecting a barbarian but he's an introspective, well thought out man. I have a lot of respect for Dan, especially hearing how he broke down his Ayahuasca experience

[@theinngu5560]

Give this one a miss then…people advocating Ayahuasca are really deluded and in seeking quick fixes don’t understand that mental health wards are full of people with psychosis from using psychedelic drugs. There are sane ways to develop a clear mind and psychedelics are definitely not the way.

[@anonony9081]

@@theinngu5560 You're going to need to provide a citation on the idea that there are mental wards filled with people as a direct result of psychedelic use because it's just not true

[@mickiejames08]

​@@theinngu5560 Your loss 🙂

[@TheMightyMidget]

​​​@@theinngu5560Thats why many psychiatric practices and scientific researchers are looking at Mushrooms and other psychedelics for treatment of PTSD, Depression, and other associated mental conditions then. Also wouldn't call something you have to fly round the world a "quick fix" You call others deluded but ignore the evidence the other side has. Yes, it being illegal means some people will use it incorrectly or fudge dosages but that's on individuals not the substance.

[@mmhcreates]

​@@theinngu5560 if the chemical causes a change in ones perspective, then there is more to suggest it has a positive use, than to suggest it does not.

[@chrisjackson9626]

Big fan of Dan. He's smart, engaging and a damn good fighter. His analysis of fights is absolutely top notch.

[@tech1238]

What a surprise guest. I’ll definitely tune in for this

[@marwanshamsia4193]

Dan hardy is one of the most real, intelligent humans in the whole of mma

[@vertigofall]

Dan's comments at the end about corruption were truth bombs. These 2 guys know full well what they should be talking about and by not doing so they're just part of the problem.

[@Adizzle235]

If they were part of the problem they would have edited that out.

[@vertigofall]

@@Adizzle235 you think?

[@mattball3118]

Of course they know, that's why Konstantin asked him to elaborate. Otherwise that kind of talk sounds like tinfoil hattery

[@gregmoore167]

Just wow...I am a big MMA fan, and had no idea Hardy fought Anthony Johnson! Dan was not exaggerating when he said he fought a giant! A fallen giant, R.I.P Anthony!

[@sidgeaberration]

How Johnson made welterweight is a mystery.

[@juicefit5047]

Blessed to have been into the sport when Dan was was fighting the excitement of watching Pearson & Bisping and all the UK fighters was an awesome time 👊

[@josehernando4904]

Ross Pearson was a TUF legend

[@livingbymottos]

Dan Hardy is a jewel in the rough world of professional fighting, it's great that you had him on 👍

[@BogomiltheBulgarian]

What a lovely interview , Dan Hardy is a very smart man , thank you for inviting him!

[@s.x4644]

Wow, he predicted Jon Jones's fight in its entirety; Jones being heavier and weighing close to 250, his aggression, the impressive performance and it's effect on Gane's reputation and career.

[@mrt6528]

Dan Hardys awesome could listen to him all day.

[@Wendelvendel]

Absolutely loved Dans comments at the end. Really nice to see him being that thoughtful and decent and also to see a fighter/former fighter holding those kinds of views. There are a lot of ultra individualists in fighting and a lot of very right wing views. It was a lovely antidote seeing Dan talk about the NHS! He came across as a thoughtful guy throughout this interview. Thanks for this!

[@cashglobe]

Yes! Love Dan and his fight breakdowns on Full Reptile with Veronica. Man is a class act. 🙏

[@MrHorsesongs05]

Dan and his Full Reptile channel have some of the best fight analysis around. I learn something new every time I watch and it makes fight night that much more entertaining. Great conversation.

[@itsboatkicks916]

Dan has to be the only person to call out exactly what Jon Jones was going to do.. love his introspective views and breakdowns of the sport..

[@oinkzer5252]

Dan Hardy was just dropping bombs for social justice. What a king

[@timwannell6477]

I met Dan Hardy at his UFC debut at UFC 89 in Birmingham UK. Absolute legend, such an open cool guy. All the respect to the Outlaw 🙏🙏

[@tonymontana6396]

What a thoroughly unexpected and brilliant guest, love Dan Hardy

[@underdogpsychosis2841]

Great interview. Especially loved Dan's comments at the end, so good to hear someone like him speak up. He seems like a really intelligent, chill and decent human being. Thanks guys.

[@Milo_Sun_]

Fantastic interview 👍 Dan Hardy, you’re awesome 🤛

[@ziranmen]

Nice interview guys. I always liked Dan as Fighter and hes one of the best analysts out there , a very thoughtful man and a great interview

[@rowdy3837]

Fuck yes. Dan speaking some hard (yet obvious) truths. Keep it up brother. Not enough people with a voice willing to speak up.

[@leebillyc1677]

Dan the man. Once GSP gets you in a lock, you are dead. Dan: 'hold my beer'

[@jesperburns]

I can't remember exactly but wasn't that 1 of 2 instances where GSP showed mercy (or a lack of killer instinct depending on who you ask)?

[@glenfahselt8378]

@@jesperburns I believe it's more about GSP's nature as a person. He wants to win, not hurt people. A guy like Frank Mir would snap an arm without much thought about it, GSP would probably spend years regretting it. I think Georges took it easy on Koscheck in their second fight in the later rounds as well. That broken orbital bone left Josh in a position to be punished with limited hope to defend it outside a lucky counter, and I believe Georges couldn't bring himself to do it.

[@TLFaun]

Dan was a menace in the octagon. One of the wildest and most aggressive fighters. He lived MMA and still lives MMA. I love how well spoken and articulated he is. Mad lad ! :)

[@GeraldGruenigMedia1]

You play basketball, you don't play fight. It was an interesting take by Dan when he basically said when an MMA fighter is consistently losing it really takes away from their identity as a person.

[@andrebastos5635]

I love the outlaw Dan hardy 🤘🏻🤘🏻great stand up fighter

[@richardcarr7557]

Thank you both for another great interview. Dan is a really interesting guy, very intelligent and his fight analysis is the best around.

[@stevenwright7290]

Always been a huge fan of Dan Hardy and Triggernometry, so looking forward to this 🙌

[@andy2172]

Amazing episode, totally did not expect Dan Hardy on here, but kudos to you guys for this interview!! Dan seems like a good guy, he's a great analyst, and how the UFC treated him recently was not cool. Good luck to V in her fight in London too.

[@Antti79]

Dan Hardy is a great dude!

[@cjbanks547]

Dan has always been speaking facts. And his breakdowns are among the best.

[@Stanza_Cardiff]

As a fan of MMA and Triggernometry this episode was a pleasant surprise

[@martinhayward]

Brilliant really enjoyed that interview. Great questions. Always love Dan’s breakdowns of fights, but to get an insight into what he actually thinks about everything was amazing. And he summed every question up perfectly with a fantastic answer.

[@mryouben]

Hi Dan, good to see you at triggernometry.

[@kjhman]

I’ll listen to Dan Hardy all day. Such an interesting human being.

[@offtheroadoli5189]

Yes Konstantin you Legend I tweeted you about getting Dan on & now I'm excited to watch.

[@aronpickering2154]

Excellent pod. Dan’s the man when it comes to fight analysis. Top, honest, astute fella.

[@garageink74]

Love Dan. Great interview.

[@PerfectPetProductions]

A very honest, intelligent man and warrior. Enjoyable conversation, cheers.

[@soulprodbeats]

Dan is such a good ambassador for this sport, everytime i met him at his gym he had this aura, not just of a tough guy, but as a real intelligent assertive leader. True Legend of mma, both for his fights and his brain

[@OlliePete]

This is a blast from the past. The last time I saw Dan hardy was when I bought my first ever UFC PPV, when he fought. GSP. I remember thinking he represented the UK to the fullest, and gave an excellent performance against the best grappler at the time. I remember how many times GSP bent his limbs into shapes they shouldn't go, and he wouldn't tap. Its cool to see hes such a well rounded person as well.

[@DontReadMyUserName_]

Amazing interview, love Hardy. Great conversation.

[@SuperZulu85]

Love Dan Hardy and triggonometry...good work once again fellas

[@DCMamvcivmEvony]

Absolutely love podcasts that come out of left field like this, it's why I love rogans podcast so much. One day it's a comedian the next a mycologist, physicist, bee keeper or historian. More non political, culture war guest's would be amazing. Although I love every podcast you guys do with whomever the guest is. Keep up the good work chaps.

[@JeffBeefjaw]

Thank you for the interview, saying the NHS has to stay strong. Much love ❤️

[@afterzanzibar]

Dan Hardy! What a guy! 👍

[@smithsmith9926]

So excited for this, Dan has an excellent take on MMA

[@doasyoulikefawkes7127]

Good show Dan's a dude and intelligent to. Thankyou one of the best triggers I've seen.. 🥊🥊🥊

[@LeeRichardson808]

First time watching this channel. Great conversation!

[@robertblackmore703]

Very impressed with Dan’s showing and how he answered these questions. 🎩tip

[@originaljungle]

GOAT of breakdowns

[@Methazar]

Great interview! Really cool to have a not so "grim/heavy" interview. Hope Dana takes up the interview offer

[@Robert-Downey-Syndrome]

What a fantastic crossover! I couldn't be happier 💯

[@davidgarth1934]

I'm a long time fan of Dan Hardy watched him presenting Muay Thai and Kickboxing 20 some years ago great guest. Not a regular viewer but I enjoyed the interview and the atmosphere you created enough to subscribe.

[@rhylmart]

Dan you're finishing comments are most gratefully received, great interview

[@jasonrose6288]

Brilliant content. Much appreciated.

[@burtbakerack1110]

Always enjoyed watching Hardy in the octagon. Great fighter, glad he’s doing well.

[@gawaniwhitecrow2731]

Brilliant analyst, best in the game.

[@XMPhoto]

I Think this amazing fighter gave THEE best answer to the final question and we should be talking more about that 👌🏼

[@beyondthegreatfilter]

Has anyone else noticed that Francis always stares at guest like a cannibal with recipes swirling around his head? 🤪

[@falconwings1037]

Dan is so wholesome nowadays. Hes become the wise old sage. Like a refined whisky. Personable and a brilliant analyst

[@michaelsmyth5877]

New to the channel, excellent interview, had some great questions for Dan

[@anthonygirton8374]

Wow. The crossover I didn’t know I needed!

[@henryb1555]

Dan is a bright man.

[@RogueDarkAgent]

Really enjoyed that 👍🏻

[@gtjust8188]

Dans evil smiles after taking a haymaker to the face used to scared me through the screen 😁. You always got a war with Dans fighting 👌

[@gordonliu3972]

I've competed in combat sports throughout my life at an amateur level and for me going on stage and performing was in general more terrifying. I'm with Hardy on that one. It is so difficult.

[@infraredsprouts2073]

I was at Strike Force 2 saw 'The Outlaw' and 'The Count' win, don't be so hard on yourself about GSP Dan, you were the one that got me hooked, good health and be well, and props KK&FF great guest choice as ever.

[@manfrombritain6816]

awesome! i love Dan. never expected to see him on here

[@lebraa]

What a matter of fact, humble guy

[@richardlambert3937]

Love both of their podcasts

[@estern001]

Thanks Dan! I just stopped this and watched the Dalby v Houston fight on YT. Crazy!

[@Deleteyourself83]

Awesome the Trig boys got Dan on. Great chat

[@SoaronhighlikeEagle]

Thanks for a great episode! Rewatched it already so I can focus on watching and not doing any chatting.

[@raulpineda9716]

Dan hardy is great! It was a great interview.

[@shipwreckjs673]

Naaahhh no way are you guys interviewing MMA personalities?! What a day to be alive

[@waynemcauliffe2362]

Great interview fellas

[@gamebredo8880]

Lots of peeps called me a casual i started watching ufc pre-late ufc rebbok era..dan Hardy red mahawk used to be my favourite fighters

[@Surealeyes]

Grea episode. Particularly what he had to say about the final question.

[@edwinlomonaco6754]

The last few minutes.......100% truth!

[@josehernando4904]

Great last question and answer and great interview overall

[@ChrisBrown-or8ky]

To me, powerslap is all about gambling for short attn spans. Short form sports mean more bets, spot bets per slap etc. I'm a gambler but hope this fails as quickly as possible. Thanks for having the Outlaw on. Love his stuff. Legend.

[@deez3063]

Gambling with their brains too, with no defense. Well said

[@1sammyson]

Dan Hardy is a British legend. Thank you Dan

[@s1dew1nd3r4]

This was great, Dan is really well spoken on all of the subjects.. Dana was an absolute disgrace the way he treated Dan with the whole UFC firing thing, he could and should have at least has a hearing like any other company would and heard both sides of the story. The powerslap is utter nonsense, I'm the same sort of age as Dan a little younger and iv been watching the UFC since around 1998 I have watched the company grow into what it is today and now I am watching it regress slowly but surely - the lack of increase in fighter pay is disgusting, the whole Dana White thing with the UFC is annoying he makes decision based in his own personal feelings and what HE wants not for the good of the company or fans. Powerslap is absolutely nonsense I'm sick of seeing it attached to the UFC brand it's not what iv supported for the last 25 years.

[@mmaqube]

Great stuff! Dan Hardy is a gem!

[@caedrewan]

I'm not an MMA guy, but thumbs up for shouting out Dr. Campbell!

[@edwinlomonaco6754]

"You're not sick your a customer."

[@edwinlomonaco6754]

His comment on the reason for fighting causing that silence. That's what motocross is for me. When I'm riding so many things change. My brain shuts up. I'm solely focused on only what's in front of me. And if I'm in a race my competitive side comes out and it's even more exhilarating. Because in that time my need to compete combined with the focus it takes makes for a serenity I just can't get doing anything else. But from the outside looking in it's chaos. 20 dirtbikes all trying to occupy the same space. The consequences being possible broken bones.

[@Ottom82]

Loved dan as a fighter love him more as a human being. Not suggesting that fighters arent human beings, but you get my drift..

[@cadeschmitz8334]

UFC is more than that. It’s the truest test of athletic preparation. You don’t prepare enough you get physically dominated and destroyed.

[@notgodzod]

Dan you're a legend

[@robengl6553]

Great guest great interview.