About this episodeDana White discusses the upcoming UFC 327 event in Miami, the massive logistical planning for the White House …AI summary
Dana White discusses the upcoming UFC 327 event in Miami, the massive logistical planning for the White House fight including free public viewing, and his personal health regimen of 72-hour water fasts. He also shares insights into his extensive sports card collection, gambling habits, and upcoming high-stakes poker match.
Key takeaways 6
White House Event Logistics: The UFC is hosting a fight at the White House with 85,000 free tickets for the public at the Ellipse park. The South Lawn setup will be revealed during the UFC 327 broadcast. Security is tight, with most White House interior tickets reserved for military personnel.
Health and Longevity: Dana White practices 72-hour water fasts (with electrolytes) for mental clarity and health, a practice he adopted after advice from Gary Brecka. He also follows a 'superhuman protocol' with supplements but has stopped taking doctor-prescribed medication.
Sports Card Investment: White estimates his sports card collection is worth $4-5 million, including rare cards like a Michael Jordan Fleer rookie and a Roman Anthony card purchased for $100k that he believes could be worth $1 million. He views collecting as a form of gambling based on athlete performance.
Power Slap Expansion: Power Slap has signed a 5-year deal with MGM and is expanding globally to locations like Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Serbia, moving beyond its initial venue at the Apex.
UFC 6 Video Game: Two covers will be released for UFC 6, with predictions pointing towards Alex Pereira or Islam Makhachev/Ilia Topuria. Dana White himself may be a playable character.
Gambling Culture: White discusses the highs and lows of gambling, noting that he has lost up to $1.2 million in a session but also had massive winning streaks. He advises against gambling while drunk and emphasizes walking away when losing.
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“If it snows, we're fighting. We're fighting no matter what. It's the only thing... Lightning is the only thing that will really screw us.”
▶ 9:28Dana White discussing the extreme measures being taken to ensure the White House fight proceeds regardless of weather conditions.
“I look at each year each calendar year there's a war. Where do I end up at the end of the year? Am I up? Am I down?”
▶ 18:15Explaining his annual assessment of his gambling performance.
“The truth is we're doing that has never been done before. Like even now getting you know we got boxing, UFC, power slap, and the jiu-jitsu business is doing really well, too... bringing all this together and and and running it like a business, it's never been done before.”
▶ 25:01White addressing misconceptions about fight promotion and highlighting the unique scale of his current business operations.
“I bought two Messies and I bought a Ple for what? How what does it cost? ... I think I paid uh all for all three cards. I think I paid like 100 grand.”
▶ 1:42:43Discussing his high-value purchases in the sports card market, specifically mentioning Lionel Messi cards.
“I don't watch a lot of baseball, but if I do, I'm interested in the Red Sox... I was negotiating buying the Otani card and for 4 million bucks... The guy that we're negotiating with for the Otani card now wants 10 million.”
▶ 1:44:18Illustrating the speculative nature of sports card investing tied to athlete performance.
Chapters & Sections (59)▼
0:00Touring a Unique Warehouse Setupchapter2
1:52New Energy Drink Flavors and Product Launch
3:06Breath Mints and Oral Health Benefits
4:41UFC 327 Event Details and Updateschapter3
6:25UFC 6 Cover Art Announcement and Predictions
7:55White House Event Planning and Setup Details
9:23Weather Conditions and Event Preparation
12:10Behind-the-Scenes of White House Event Planningchapter2
15:02Overcoming Gambling Losses and Finding New Strategies
16:41The Importance of Self-Care in High-Stakes Situations
18:12Benefits of Fasting for Physical and Mental Claritychapter2
19:22Benefits and Effects of Water Fasting
21:16Diet and Nutrition Habits Discussed
23:06Peptide Supplements and Misconceptions in Fight Promotionchapter1
25:37UFC Business Deals and Future Plans
28:23Mixed Martial Arts and Alternative Fighting Leagueschapter1
30:37Cigar Smoking and Party Planning Discussion
32:51Organizing Music Events at UFC Headquarterschapter
36:45Smoking and Having Fun with Cannabischapter2
38:11The Effects of Inhaling Substances
39:29Context of a Misinterpreted Clip
42:22Cutting Weight and Weight Loss Techniqueschapter1
44:15UFC What-If Moments and Fight Island
46:23BMF Belt Controversy and Future of Titlechapter1
47:35BMF Belt Future Plans and Value
50:13Casino Limitations and Gaming Restrictionschapter1
51:38Creating a Personalized Boxing Wall
54:06UFC Event Setup and Preparationchapter2
55:46Setting Up Power Slap Contest Rules
59:21Adjusting Table Height for Slap Fighting
1:00:52Mixed Martial Arts Training and Techniqueschapter1
1:03:47Food and Beverage Preparation in a Gaming Setting
1:05:25Food Challenge and Taste Testchapter1
1:07:19Taste Testing Unusual Food Combinations
1:09:51Food Review: Burger and Milkshake Comparisonchapter2
1:11:44Trying Vegan Fast Food Options
1:13:00Playing the UFC Video Game
1:14:33MMA Game Development and Gameplay Mechanicschapter1
1:17:28Eye Pokes and Elbows in MMA Fights
1:20:11Mortal Kombat Gameplay and Commentarychapter1
1:22:19Tito Ortiz's Infamous Run-Through Incident
1:24:43Oath of Allegiance to the US Constitutionchapter1
1:27:03Maintaining Physical Fitness with Age
1:29:11Return to Face-to-Face Interviews in Sportschapter2
1:30:25Why Casuals Should Watch This Weekend's Fights
1:31:30UFC Fight Predictions and Event Security
1:32:55UFC Security and Event Organizationchapter1
1:34:35Safety Concerns in Unregulated Fight Venues
1:37:15UFC Fighters and RAF Discussionchapter1
1:38:51Personal Experience with Stabbing Incident
1:41:34Collecting Sports Memorabilia and Trading Cardschapter4
1:42:57Collecting Rare Sports Memorabilia and Trading Cards
1:44:00The Value of Trading Cards in Sports
1:46:33Estimated Value of a Luxury Item Collection
1:48:08Dana White's Philanthropic Acts and Generosity
1:50:09Celebrity Feuds and Personal Relationshipschapter3
1:51:58Relationship Dynamics and UFC Controversies
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