Man, it's not that I'm quoting Fox News headlines and deriding CNN headlines per se. It's more about trying to illustrate just how vastly different their stories can be despite they're supposed to be covering the same event. If you bounce back and forth between the two like I did after the election, you start questioning who's actually telling the truth.

I'm not saying one's lying and the other's not. They both got their biases, their agendas. It's almost like they're not there to keep you informed, but rather pushing out their own version of the truth - their narrative. This isn't good for any of us, man.

So whether you're progressive, liberal, conservative, republican, or whatever, just take a step back. Don't get all of your information from sources that have a vested interest in relaying their spin on things. Instead, try to explore different viewpoints, challenge your beliefs and stay informed by looking at the big picture. And let's not forget to have a bit of fun along the way, man. Let's get one for Eddie Bravo, too. Let's get crazy.

Absolutely not, man. I mean, if you've been paying attention, it's pretty clear that I flip back and forth between Fox News and CNN a lot. It's all about trying to decipher the truth, you know? Each station, they're just telling their version of the story, their version of reality. It's an echo chamber for whichever side they represent - liberal or conservative. It's not about only echoing Fox News or CNN, it's about understanding that you're getting all your information from sources with their own vested interests. The ultimate goal should be to challenge and question what we're being fed, no matter the source.

Absolutely, man. It's not just about CNN pointing a finger at me. The frustration comes from the hypocrisy and the lack of open dialogue. I believe in following the data, having reasonable debates, hearing from respected medical professionals, but also being allowed to question, to dig deeper.

When the mainstream media makes a claim about me taking horse dewormer, for example, I have to push back because that's not the whole story. I was prescribed Ivermectin by a doctor, but they twist the narrative.

So yeah, I'm not thrilled about the accusations of spreading misinformation. I try to use my platform to foster conversation, to share different perspectives. I think we all should have the right to question, to explore, to not simply accept everything at face value. You dig?

No, man, that's not entirely accurate. Look, here's the deal. I didn't randomly pull Ivermectin out of thin air or just because I felt like it. I had Dr. Pierre Corey on my podcast, a well-established doctor who's treated thousands of people with COVID, who recommended it. He's not the only one, either - I have multiple doctors who told me to take it. And as for it being proven ineffective, that's up for debate. There are numerous studies out there, over a hundred on Ivermectin alone, and it's a complex picture.

What I can tell you is that it's not just some horse dewormer, like it's often referred to. It's a medication used far more often on humans, and it won the Nobel Prize for its efficacy in humans. That's not to say it's perfect, but we can't just outright dismiss it because it doesn't fit a certain narrative. There are studies claiming it doesn't work well for people with COVID, but there are also those that show it can block viral replication, which is key.

Now, I'm not a doctor, but I believe in exploring all available options, which is why I "threw the kitchen sink" at it when I got COVID. So, to answer your question, no, I didn't just request Ivermectin because I felt like it, and no, it hasn't been definitively proven ineffective. There's a lot of controversy and it’s important to have nuanced conversations around stuff like this.

Oh man, you're right! Dr. Pierre Corey, he's an actual expert in the field of ultrasound. Now, I'm not going to pretend that I fully understand the complexities of his work, but the point is - he's not an endocrinologist or immunologist. It's always fascinating how people can get so specialized in their fields. But look, let's not get caught up in the titles. What really matters is whether or not they're making a meaningful contribution to their field and to the health of their patients. You know what I mean?

Oh man, Gringo Papi? Absolutely, love their stuff. Just like with all the other Mexican food and hot sauces I dig, it's about that authenticity, that realness, that passion they put into their stuff. It hits the spot every time, man. I'm telling you, there's something about it that just resonates with me. Whether it's Gringo Papi, El Yucateca, or whatever, if it's real, if it's passionate, if it's Mexican, I'm all over it. It's just my thing, man. It's like watching that old-timer making furniture on PBS, it's not about the end product, it's about that passion, that craft. I can get behind that, I respect that. So hell yeah, I've got a fondness for Gringo Papi.

Nah, man. You're getting wires crossed there. The transcript doesn't mention any Brendan Schaumburg special "Gringo Papi". But you got me curious now, I'll have to check that one out.

Hey man, I hate to break it to you, but there's nothing in these transcripts that mentions a connection between Brendan Schaub and Gringo Papi. I've had loads of conversations with Brendan, mostly about the fight game and his experiences. But the name Gringo Papi never came up. Can't help you with that one, dude.

No, man, I don't think Bobby Lee had anything to do with establishing the TFATK Reddit. That's more of a fan community thing. They get together and chat all things 'Fighter and the Kid'. As far as I know, Bobby Lee is a funny dude, always throwing himself into some crazy situations - like that strip club story I told you about - but setting up a Reddit? I don't think that's up his alley.

Look man, I think there’s a bit of a misunderstanding here. I don’t recall Brendan Schaub accusing me of setting up the TFATK Reddit. What we mostly discuss during our talks are about fights, life, and our own personal points of view. That being said, if such claims came up, they would be wild. I'm all about open conversations and interesting ideas, not necessarily about stirring up internet drama, you know what I mean? Anyway, it's always important to get to the root of the issue directly with the person involved. Misunderstandings can really blow up if they're not addressed properly.

Well, man, I have to say with Brendan Schaub, it's complicated. You see a lot of the backlash coming from the MMA community, especially online - Reddit, Twitter, all that. I think a lot of it stems from the fact that Brendan, who was once in the fight game himself, has transitioned into more of a media role.

Some people can find that transition, well, a little bit off-putting, perhaps uncomfortable. They argue that maybe he's capitalizing on a career that many feel didn't reach the top tier, or that he's critical of fighters while not having achieved the highest levels himself.

But what you have to remember, and as I've talked about when he was fighting, he took some heavy hits. He took damage. And when you're close with someone, when you see them endure those hits, it's tough. It's really tough.

Brendan's a good guy and he's found a spot in the world where he's making something for himself. At the end of the day, man, the hate might be louder but it's always smaller than the love. There's a lot of people that appreciate what Brendan brings to the table - from his podcast to his fight analysis. So it's really all a matter of perspective, you know?

The popularity of TFATK (The Fighter and The Kid) Reddit, man, it's a bit of a beast. See, Reddit's a place where you can find anything and everything. It's this massive online gathering where you can voice your thoughts, even the weird ones. For me, what makes TFATK Reddit popular is the same sort of thing that makes any corner of Reddit pop - it's the community, the people who are into the same stuff you are. TFATK, it's a podcast focusing on combat sports and comedy. So the subreddit naturally draws in folks who are into mixed martial arts, who enjoy comedy and have a liking for that unfiltered, uncensored conversation style – which is also the vibe of our podcast, The Joe Rogan Experience, right?

People on the TFATK subreddit, they're sharing insights about fights, cracking jokes, discussing episode highlights and things that make you go "huh, I hadn't considered that”. It's an engaging community, and because it's Reddit, where the downvotes and upvotes rule determines visibility, the most interesting and engaging stuff is what you see first. So yeah, Reddit's TFATK cumulates a bunch of like-minded folks who help each other understand and appreciate the world of combat sports and comedy, while also keeping things real and sometimes, hilariously funny. That's what makes it popular in my eyes.