Dana White Interview: Growing the UFC in 2023, gambling investigation & more | ESPN MMA

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  • @storkpatrick
    @storkpatrick 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2782

    Brett has become everything Dana wanted Ariel to be

    • @ahitch3681
      @ahitch3681 2 ปีที่แล้ว +84

      Your everything Ariel wants you to be

    • @marvin469
      @marvin469 2 ปีที่แล้ว +239

      I don't like him ; lol.
      He's too soft, Ariel gonna ask u them tough questions & speak his mind and he don't care if u threaten to kick his A or slap him like Rampage Jackson did 😭

    • @Chuwopington
      @Chuwopington 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A bit*h?

    • @ricardoibarra6455
      @ricardoibarra6455 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      💯

    • @Jameslfgsmith
      @Jameslfgsmith 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      @@ahitch3681 you’re *

  • @MrZed_11
    @MrZed_11 2 ปีที่แล้ว +936

    Brett: "Dana, when you take time to reflect on how well endowed you are...do you ever realize how much we all love you? Especially me?"

    • @srinivassuresh466
      @srinivassuresh466 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      😂😂😂😂😂

    • @Traypeats
      @Traypeats 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @duckman5563
      @duckman5563 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      😂😂😂😂😂

    • @samuraijack0876
      @samuraijack0876 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      Dana: "That's a good question."

    • @bullishvibe
      @bullishvibe 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Great question, kid! Ha ha isn't he great!?!?

  • @Mikeymike301
    @Mikeymike301 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1862

    Time for more Softball questions from Brett Simpamoto!!!

    • @hemadkhoja3427
      @hemadkhoja3427 2 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      Lmaooooooo I was tryna think of something like this but u won

    • @hemadkhoja3427
      @hemadkhoja3427 2 ปีที่แล้ว +56

      Bruv literally said “what was the dumbest thing you did in 2020” lmaooo

    • @Loco5919
      @Loco5919 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      😂Lol 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @alexstachura11
      @alexstachura11 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dudes an absolute moron

    • @Mikeymike301
      @Mikeymike301 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@hemadkhoja3427 Bruhhh I heard that and wanted to literally throw my iPad Pro across the room.

  • @mtpro2412
    @mtpro2412 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1086

    Brett always makes people appreciate Ariel more because it's always like Dana gives him the questions to ask .

    • @bikkyful
      @bikkyful 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      He knows how to not get black balled from the UFC, Just like every post fight/pre fight questions, You ask anything of substance, They ban you for life lol

    • @manimavuso
      @manimavuso 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Different strokes, folks

    • @jimsmith8359
      @jimsmith8359 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@bikkyful why do you think a journalist has to be an investigative reporter? You know this is a company right? I must say, this mob mentality that Helwani has fostered is very strange.

    • @manjunathnr4624
      @manjunathnr4624 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Ultimate Fixed Championship - UFC, " We are better than boxing 🥊"- Dana clown white 🤡

    • @mtpro2412
      @mtpro2412 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@jimsmith8359Ariel asked Patt Barry to clear up about grooming story which he declined to answer but you gotta respect him for asking questions nobody asks.

  • @Jimmyjim4
    @Jimmyjim4 2 ปีที่แล้ว +531

    Company is in the midst of a huge fixing scandal..
    Brett: “So Dana what candy do you like?”

    • @imagineheavenbookbyjohnbur2480
      @imagineheavenbookbyjohnbur2480 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @WernerRachtman
      @WernerRachtman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂

    • @goldeals2174
      @goldeals2174 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I wouldn't really call it a scandal, you guys need to give bret a break, its not like he is reporting on First world problem.

    • @missk9273
      @missk9273 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂🤣🤣

    • @the_calibrator
      @the_calibrator 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Interview was pre-282

  • @SimonMooreChannel
    @SimonMooreChannel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +236

    "Is the candy for everybody?" Okamoto starting this interview STRONG!! No mercy.

  • @Bruno-fu5db
    @Bruno-fu5db 2 ปีที่แล้ว +266

    Interviewers like Brett make me appreciate Ariel so much

    • @stin3000
      @stin3000 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Guy is the definition of a shill. No wonder Dana loves him , he has zero personality .

    • @DMTEntity88
      @DMTEntity88 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ong

  • @thomasmathis6605
    @thomasmathis6605 2 ปีที่แล้ว +318

    Right off the jump, you could tell they wanted to hold hands throughout the interview.

    • @alejandrizzle26
      @alejandrizzle26 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      😂😂😂😂😂 yoooo you won

    • @thesilentassassin1167
      @thesilentassassin1167 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am surprised Brett isn't on his knees

    • @sandipanroy3106
      @sandipanroy3106 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ayo 💀

    • @Anfielddisciple
      @Anfielddisciple 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @Mr.T-BAGGIN-UR-MOM
      @Mr.T-BAGGIN-UR-MOM 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I was waiting for brett to lay his head on Dana's lap and Dana to start grooming him. Maybe start with a little head massage, dana act like he forgot to zip up his zipper 🤣

  • @Memoreno94
    @Memoreno94 2 ปีที่แล้ว +331

    After Ariel 10-7'd Dana and Paddy, it very clear that his statements about Dana are true.

    • @truthseekerKJV
      @truthseekerKJV 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Get a life dude. Dana has more money, success, and fame to be bothered by what a couple of fleas like you and Ariel think of him.

    • @hiraether6209
      @hiraether6209 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It was clear before if you've ever listened to Dana talk. He's a petty man child narcissist with no soul or heart

  • @sgfitness1030
    @sgfitness1030 2 ปีที่แล้ว +461

    Starting to question the integrity of the company that I've supported for so long after this weekend.

    • @keri17
      @keri17 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Same here

    • @Ona-Kin
      @Ona-Kin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Same here been a fan since 07, love the fight game and personalities but don't give a f about hype and pushing these selected people and the cheating smoke n mirrors. They let people fight on roads knowingly, push their agenda fighters, and screw the talent if it doesn't catch a headline

    • @kyleglennon5336
      @kyleglennon5336 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      They need to have a formula that’s not arbitrary

    • @scottc2076
      @scottc2076 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      I’m sure you were fine when they gifted Khabib a 30-27 against Tibau, or when they rigged the scales so that Charles would miss weight.

    • @thevaden2024
      @thevaden2024 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@scottc2076True. Khabib vs Tibau should have been way closer. And the ufc don’t like Charles

  • @Eric-xh5jr
    @Eric-xh5jr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +666

    Another hard hitting interview Brett well done 👍🏼🤡

    • @rickyvera5034
      @rickyvera5034 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      If you don’t like it don’t watch goofy

    • @Eric-xh5jr
      @Eric-xh5jr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      I didn’t Donald

    • @juniorbeckham2928
      @juniorbeckham2928 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@Eric-xh5jr how'd u know what was said then lol

    • @SamuelGarcia-oz3lg
      @SamuelGarcia-oz3lg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@rickyvera5034 I love the ufc so I have to watch this guy lol I think he sucks

    • @Shilo_Primetime1010
      @Shilo_Primetime1010 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Guys just keeping his job

  • @Talix.
    @Talix. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +208

    Here comes Brett with the softball questions

    • @lowlowseesee
      @lowlowseesee 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      people hate on brett but i know few people who wouldnt take this job including myself and even fewer who would do it better lol

    • @Rex1010best
      @Rex1010best 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lowlowseesee schmo

    • @sallgoodman2323
      @sallgoodman2323 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tee-ball

    • @marlingod
      @marlingod 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lowlowseesee part of the conversation is that he IS taking the job. The job is asking softball questions; that's where the different perspectives stem from.

    • @bikkyful
      @bikkyful 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lowlowseesee Yes because you are spineless & will suck the tip for money & being a bottom sissy.

  • @theDavidChannel1
    @theDavidChannel1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +229

    I'm surprised Dana didn't kick him out with all those outrageous questions

    • @saynotothegreatreset
      @saynotothegreatreset 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's the questions he wants initially was Ariel Dana's head would look like a fire-ball

    • @notoftentold4076
      @notoftentold4076 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Chandler vs Conor is a boring fight. Chandler will just be polite and i rather want someone who Conor has a beef with like Justin Gaethje but Conor will never take that fight

    • @Elevatordoors
      @Elevatordoors 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mn😅es🎉3😅​@@saynotothegreatreset brb job can 😢 DVD bcfrxdvvbrcrenc see bbtsrr😢behblb t I r en

    • @WitchyWithASideOfQueso
      @WitchyWithASideOfQueso 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@notoftentold4076 so the trash talk is more important than the quality of the fight, huh? hahah

    • @rolandlee57
      @rolandlee57 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@notoftentold4076you know the fight and build up are different

  • @akhilravindran6133
    @akhilravindran6133 2 ปีที่แล้ว +282

    Everybody expecting Brett to question Dana about paddy pimblett fight
    Brett: What's your favorite food dana?

    • @gamebredo8880
      @gamebredo8880 2 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      This interview is way before the fight night..you should know that

    • @akhilravindran6133
      @akhilravindran6133 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@gamebredo8880 Even if this interview had occurred after the fight, I don't think Brett would've brought up about pimblett. Not everybody can question like Ariel.

    • @JohanLiebert1
      @JohanLiebert1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      are you an idiot? he even says it in the video 3:13

    • @sameernaseri9051
      @sameernaseri9051 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Interview was before the fights

    • @sallgoodman2323
      @sallgoodman2323 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Welcome to the Psychic hotline where we glance into the future and discuss the results of fights yet to come!!!😁

  • @Induna123
    @Induna123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +92

    Brett "Ariel can keep his principles, I get to sit with the big man" Okamoto

  • @suj1201
    @suj1201 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    I haven't seen Dana so relaxed in an interview in years. It’s almost like he gave Brett the questions to ask

  • @Catonius
    @Catonius 2 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    Bert Yokobono with the hard hitting questions.

  • @gavinmitchell4477
    @gavinmitchell4477 2 ปีที่แล้ว +252

    YES the scripted interview we’ve all been waiting for 😂

    • @lowlowseesee
      @lowlowseesee 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      LOLOL ahhhh thanks for that. i couldnt put my feelings into words and you did it

    • @gavinmitchell4477
      @gavinmitchell4477 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lowlowseesee I couldn’t help myself 😂

    • @keri17
      @keri17 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Notice they really emphasised it was pre recorded before the weekends joke of a night yet Dana later says he was 45 mins late and the interview was also late

    • @blueiceredbean4233
      @blueiceredbean4233 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Man Time Machine does exists

  • @mls01981
    @mls01981 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Brett Okomoto: "This interview is not going to be released until next week."
    Don't worry Brett. Hard-hitting interviews like yours are timeless -- if you played this a year from now, no one would be able to tell the difference.

  • @GoldWulfMusic
    @GoldWulfMusic 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    How Dana sat on a comfy couch while having a conversation with Brett AND DID NOT fall asleep is beyond me

  • @jessejames2546
    @jessejames2546 2 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    If DC is the golden fluffer, Brett is the titanium tickler

  • @HiMyNameIsDannny
    @HiMyNameIsDannny 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    "Are we done with candy forever?" Riveting opening question by Brett. I understand opening soft with Dana before the hard questions but come on man.

    • @jarnold1789
      @jarnold1789 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      He asked Jan about smashing snowmen for like three minutes straight. He is not good

  • @ivanvargas2425
    @ivanvargas2425 2 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    17:30 can’t believe Dana can say that and Brett not respond to how it took Nate Diaz years to get out of the contract he didn’t want to be in anymore

    • @RyderPoleyProduction
      @RyderPoleyProduction 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      This is Brett, not Ariel lol

    • @roarky9461
      @roarky9461 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      That’s exactly why Brett gets these.. Dana knows he won’t make him look bad

    • @alcottdevalte7440
      @alcottdevalte7440 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Brett always asks stupid questions and is a moron. Not to mention that these types of interviews are always for damage control and make the company look like saints.

    • @Bxzzxd
      @Bxzzxd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Is this ur first Brett interview?

    • @Gratefulfellow
      @Gratefulfellow ปีที่แล้ว

      We both sometimes Nate Diaz says one thing and mean another thing. Besides Nate Diaz is a needle mover. Also Nate says one thing to the media the other time he says something different. Ngannou not so much.

  • @yogic_law
    @yogic_law 2 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    Dana checking in with his side piece ☠️

    • @AliFrankTheTank
      @AliFrankTheTank 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      his main (connor) gettin jealous

    • @ajd0101
      @ajd0101 ปีที่แล้ว

      he's to old for that

  • @Jameslfgsmith
    @Jameslfgsmith 2 ปีที่แล้ว +229

    Save y’all the time 21:30 is the James Krause piece

  • @luiscortez4057
    @luiscortez4057 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Loving the comment section you guys are the real mvps 🔥🔥🔥just hope they don’t disable the comment section in the future

  • @Jimmyjim4
    @Jimmyjim4 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Brett is the journalist you get on wish

  • @USFighter
    @USFighter 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I've been to 3 UFC events in my life, 10 baseball games, 8 NFL games, 2 pro boxing matches, 1 NBA game,countless big 10 college sport competitions. Nothing compares to my 3 ufc events the first event I ever went to was ufc 68 in 2007. When Randy hit Tim with that overhand and dropped him I have never heard a crowd that loud and interactive. When randy won the fight people were crying and hugging man. Ufc has had a huge impact on my life.

    • @cammyk68
      @cammyk68 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What was the impact? Did you buy a poster that’s on your wall that inspires you every day?😂😂

    • @madeovstarstuff
      @madeovstarstuff ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@cammyk68 it's a troll

  • @anthonycukier1807
    @anthonycukier1807 2 ปีที่แล้ว +132

    Dana: I will eat like this the rest of my life.
    also Dana: on this week's fukit friday, cheetOreo pancakes 🤡

    • @Isaac-ro1jl
      @Isaac-ro1jl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      lol

    • @JonoPich
      @JonoPich 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      hahahahaha this comment wins for mine

    • @higorgie9050
      @higorgie9050 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Doesn't make sense 😅 regardless he's sure making healthy choices

    • @lukemurray4950
      @lukemurray4950 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🤣🤣😂

    • @stkjoey4136
      @stkjoey4136 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lmfaooooo

  • @teigeo
    @teigeo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Brett is the journalism equivalent of Rose vs Carla 2

  • @sheikhhasan3901
    @sheikhhasan3901 2 ปีที่แล้ว +191

    What a great main event. Hats off to both the fighters. Boos for the mean Dana who failed to appreciate sportsmen who put their lives at risk.

    • @retiredtidepodeater3339
      @retiredtidepodeater3339 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Man stop lying... It wasn't the worst fight ever but it was far from "great".

    • @chutcentral
      @chutcentral 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nobody's life was at risk in that terrible fight, let me tell ya

    • @Sdot-od8jf
      @Sdot-od8jf 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      It was a great contest! Last minute change from 3 to 5 rounds. Both fighters performed well. I was entertained. Ankalaev’s legs were getting busted up, his mobility was compromised and he pivoted his game plan successfully. Why would you hate on the fight?? And then out of spite offer the belt to others.

    • @Thunderfist_McBeefcake
      @Thunderfist_McBeefcake 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, let's kill the sport.

    • @promullet
      @promullet 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @malus1426 what a stupid thing to say in a public place. What % of the audience visited the hospital to get treated after the event?

  • @nyteowl8069
    @nyteowl8069 2 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    Time for Brett to butter up his boss

    • @sallgoodman2323
      @sallgoodman2323 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No one buttered up Dana like Paddy, he layed it on thick

    • @jarnold1789
      @jarnold1789 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Brett’s knees must be sore

  • @bushidoseven
    @bushidoseven 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Some more hard hitting questions from Brett

  • @Jidds
    @Jidds 2 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    17:49 Oh yea Dana, it was no problem for Nate to get out of his contract 😂

    • @JG1995WPG
      @JG1995WPG 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      he wanted khamzat to beat him so bad , the vegas odds for nate vs khamzat was insane

    • @aswerty911
      @aswerty911 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      HAha yea, no problem if that means wasting 2 years of a guy's life then trying to destroy him on the way out.

  • @jamtzzzz
    @jamtzzzz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    thank you brett for asking all the right questions we all want to know 🙏🏼 so thankful for reporters like you my boy 🤡

    • @ShogunateDaimyo
      @ShogunateDaimyo ปีที่แล้ว

      So Dana what's your favorite... candy bar?

  • @mmafan2597
    @mmafan2597 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Dana after interview: good job Bret.good job son😂

  • @jakeslon
    @jakeslon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Brett has become someone that Dana wanted Ariel to be, he was preparing him for years. Open so many avenues for him. Independence and freedom means more for some then others.

  • @morrid17
    @morrid17 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I wish the producer would dim the lights and give these two lovebirds both a glass of wine.

  • @jonjonescellmate4955
    @jonjonescellmate4955 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I will always click on a Brett Okamoto interview just to see the comments roasting him

  • @TheNavyGonzo
    @TheNavyGonzo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    This weekend made me lose all faith in the legitimacy of the UFC

    • @ahitch3681
      @ahitch3681 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Spoken like a true casual. You have to watch fights with YOUR BRAIN, not your heart.

    • @sallgoodman2323
      @sallgoodman2323 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It has shown that when he wants a particular path for a certain fighter, he'll pave that road in gold and glory.

    • @Mikeymike301
      @Mikeymike301 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @UC9EWfrvJcmW_utvhLleYpBQ FACTS cause if this weekend had him shook, he would have a stroke watching Japanese MMA events back in the day!

    • @Mcfc2Rich
      @Mcfc2Rich 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Because of the Nevada Athletic State Commission?
      Makes sense.

    • @TheAntManChannel
      @TheAntManChannel 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      and who are you?

  • @ghiulaidani9873
    @ghiulaidani9873 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Brett again bringing the hard hitting questions !! What a man !!

  • @Times397
    @Times397 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    "Nobody ever goes to a UFC event and says this wasn't worth it I'm not coming back"
    Me after the last UFC event I went to in 2018: "This wasn't worth the money, I'd rather watch it at home" Yes, I had good seats

    • @captain5121
      @captain5121 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Which event was it?

    • @Opticillusion160
      @Opticillusion160 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      speak for youself, i went with buddies to the ufc orlando event couple weeks ago and it was badass. Sat in nosebleeds

    • @Times397
      @Times397 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@captain5121 UFC Fight Night: Barboza vs. Lee

    • @LcInfantrySr
      @LcInfantrySr 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Times397 I was there too lol

    • @Times397
      @Times397 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@LcInfantrySr haha nice…when Branch got the KO I was shocked

  • @foenfriends
    @foenfriends 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Hahaha The overwhelming positivity felt for dana in these comments is everything he deserves. 10/7 Helwani

  • @hadispencerkylething
    @hadispencerkylething 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Brett interviews like a middle schooler interviewing their principal

  • @Xenamos
    @Xenamos 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I’ve never thought UFC was rigged until this last card. That really stings as a long time die hard fan.

    • @Gratefulfellow
      @Gratefulfellow ปีที่แล้ว

      Get your emotion out of it. UFC doesn't control Judging. The Commission does. Blame the Commission.

  • @TYancy001
    @TYancy001 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I like the fact that he said he has to focus on Africa because if he doesn’t another 10 years will pass. It’s a lesson in living life with intention:

  • @ivanvargas2425
    @ivanvargas2425 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Sucks they can’t have a real journalist interview Dana.

  • @steeztv6230
    @steeztv6230 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Bretts the ultimate yes man

  • @thieflack7132
    @thieflack7132 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Dana white wrote the questions

  • @foundnotlost
    @foundnotlost 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Brett asking the hard hitting questions again, the guy even sends himself to sleep

  • @austinbraasch7449
    @austinbraasch7449 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I hope he does this with Ariel someday

  • @ax23xr
    @ax23xr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    how much is Dana paying ESPN right now to have this interview not aired

  • @0ER17
    @0ER17 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    UFC PI in Mexico would be so awesome. More Mexican talent to get more Mexican American fans.

  • @Hyperslob
    @Hyperslob 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    After fixed PPV and he calls a meeting real quick to be cool and distract fans from what just happened. He has the judges in his pocket.

    • @1984-i1w
      @1984-i1w 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      that's nonsense, c'mon

    • @jonathanmcleish7506
      @jonathanmcleish7506 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Interview was filmed prior to the weekend.

    • @Gratefulfellow
      @Gratefulfellow ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank for the common sense reply. A lot of people post here out of emotion. Fixed fight like Common.

  • @jaysonwallace7865
    @jaysonwallace7865 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Dana basically wrote the script and Brett played the role of “journalist” for this whole interview. Lmao

  • @jonathanfrench6975
    @jonathanfrench6975 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    did dana write the questions? he should just film himself in front of a mirror asking the questions and answering them himself

  • @kenyang7050
    @kenyang7050 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Brett, you company man

  • @wooshangjr
    @wooshangjr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Paddy admitted to coasting in the 3rd round against Gordon because his ankle was "sore" and then Dana said that Gordon lost because he coasted. The gaslighting is real.

    • @scottc2076
      @scottc2076 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Possible they both coasted

    • @escandon785
      @escandon785 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      They both coasted .not that complicated

  • @hakanalper5417
    @hakanalper5417 2 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    Dana’s health thing in the last 6 months is just him coming off cycle and feeling terrible😭

    • @imagineheavenbookbyjohnbur2480
      @imagineheavenbookbyjohnbur2480 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That's a really good point bro. You could be right!

    • @MMAShortShow
      @MMAShortShow 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      He had to cut the coke out! That's what really happened

    • @imagineheavenbookbyjohnbur2480
      @imagineheavenbookbyjohnbur2480 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MMAShortShow that's a really good point too! Lol

    • @MMAShortShow
      @MMAShortShow 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@imagineheavenbookbyjohnbur2480 I mean he did go to that "specialist" who can apparently tell you exactly when you'll die by a couple blood tests and when he told Dana 10.6 years..... all of a sudden Dana is Mr. Health! Roids and coke gotta go lmao

    • @kreed82
      @kreed82 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You can see the difference in his face and neck area.

  • @ultimatefitnessgym
    @ultimatefitnessgym 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Brett Okamoto out here making Between Two Ferns look like 60 Minutes

    • @jimmygan801
      @jimmygan801 ปีที่แล้ว

      hjfahahahhhahahahahahhahahahaha im wheezing, this deserves way more like lmfao

  • @richfrommitch
    @richfrommitch 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Brett "can I have a sweet, please?" Okamoto.

  • @Ash_Hudson
    @Ash_Hudson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    2:50 Brett: "What was the dumbest thing you did in 2022?"
    Dana: "We rigged the Pimblett vs Gordon fight"

  • @sallgoodman2323
    @sallgoodman2323 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Paddy has no head movement, although Dana would disagree.

  • @jasonhumphrey6601
    @jasonhumphrey6601 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    There's no one else on the planet I'd rather be than Uncle Dana. Thank God for that man

  • @irasherman3422
    @irasherman3422 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Surprised Brett didn’t ask him what his favourite colour is 🙄

  • @SevenTwo5ive
    @SevenTwo5ive 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    hey brett can u do an interview in the plank position next you always have these trendy interview positions

  • @miguelfielding3438
    @miguelfielding3438 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I just want to know if they accidentally touched foot to foot

  • @emperorpalpatine4681
    @emperorpalpatine4681 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Luke Thomas is spot on with what he says about journalism in this industry

    • @kreed82
      @kreed82 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What did he say? Though i have always said if Ariel (who has always come off as a fan with resources) is seen as the standard barrier that is a sorry statement.

  • @scottfoster-burner
    @scottfoster-burner 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Man this shows how much Dana has Brett in his pocket. Why in the tf does Brett even have a notebook.

    • @hiraether6209
      @hiraether6209 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      When he was still being manufactured they glued it there for appearances

  • @sekwar
    @sekwar ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Where's Brett's journalism award? This is gold.

  • @jamesmelton4412
    @jamesmelton4412 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow, Brett….what a deep and insightful interview. Way to really ask the tough questions and not prance around to try and earn favor with the UFC execs. You giant tool.

  • @dontbesaid
    @dontbesaid 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Does Brett work for Dana? It's like a Q4 performance bonus meeting!

  • @DublinSoulja
    @DublinSoulja 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I haven't watched it yet but I can only imagine the softballing I'm in store to witness second thoughts might just not even watch lol

  • @Bizness10
    @Bizness10 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I’m not sure what softer, the butter on my counter or Brett?

  • @ryancompton1455
    @ryancompton1455 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The O2 is great but its far too small for the size of the fan base that goes to events here in england nowadays. The sports growing over here massively and we need the venues to grow with it to allow enough of us to go and really grow the sport to the next next level

  • @RP-77
    @RP-77 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    As soon as I read the title I knew it was suspicious. Then I saw Okamoto and this interviews credibility went straight to the toilet.

  • @johnboylan3832
    @johnboylan3832 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Brent: Dana thanks for the end of year interview and thanks for giving me this sheet of questions just there.

  • @Droppinboze1
    @Droppinboze1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Brett over here throwing easy layups for his boss…

  • @JA-ev7om
    @JA-ev7om 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    *What are they talking about health wise at the start of the video? What is Dana recommending? Thanks for the help.*

  • @IamLegend32
    @IamLegend32 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    17:17 Dana: If you don't want to be here, we don't want you here. The feeling is mutual.
    He says this literally right after talking about Francis.. Francis has been talking about wanting to leave the UFC for the last 2-3 years but the UFC has kept him from doing anything else other than the UFC.

    • @Gratefulfellow
      @Gratefulfellow ปีที่แล้ว

      But this time he's serious. All Francis does jos whine, complain so if he really wants to go he can go. Let keep the division moving.

  • @Nswix
    @Nswix 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Complaining about a little bit of gambling is rich, after smiling and nodding your head during that Pimblett decision...

    • @bikkyful
      @bikkyful 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@chamanHashira Okay sissy emotional triggered queen

  • @jackblack6844
    @jackblack6844 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How can I hear more about what changes you've made dana? PLEASE I'm so interested

  • @kylechristie5145
    @kylechristie5145 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Brett: Dana, you have a huge hog. Possibly the biggest in existence. How does that make you feel?
    Dana: Wow what a great question. It feels great. Perfect in fact

    • @walterkaiyuenpang3556
      @walterkaiyuenpang3556 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dana : Perfect infact, Paddy will tell ya !
      Isn't Paddy awesome ? Great Kid !!!

    • @jamiestwrt
      @jamiestwrt 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hahaha

  • @roarky9461
    @roarky9461 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Everyone knows Brett gets these because dana picks the questions

  • @lin_6x579
    @lin_6x579 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We need that Francis and Jon update

    • @kreed82
      @kreed82 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Spoiler alert it never happens.

  • @MNToThat
    @MNToThat 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What's the diet Dana's talking about?
    I've never heard of diet solving snoring/sleep apnea

    • @TexMex420
      @TexMex420 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Keto diet

    • @MNToThat
      @MNToThat ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TexMex420 Keto solves snoring..??
      They should really lead with that.

  • @dipendrasah4255
    @dipendrasah4255 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Love uncle Dana energy. He is the man he is the vibe ⚡❤️🙏

  • @RamboSambo2350
    @RamboSambo2350 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Each Brett Okamoto interview with Dana has less substance than the last. We all know who was willing to be Dana's personal PR and who had some integrity and left ESPN

  • @handsolo1546
    @handsolo1546 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Ufc Africa will be legendary. Lots of super talented fighters from Nigeria. Can't imagine once the ufc sets up shop there, and future talent 5 years from now

  • @mphoratshefola8945
    @mphoratshefola8945 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dana: "This guy in LA wanted to cut my tonsils out and widen my throat..."
    Brett: Well Dana, if you want to see how wide my throat is...
    Pause!

  • @bpluspoetry
    @bpluspoetry 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Brett, the unflavored version of interviewers. I imagine Alexa could ask better questions

  • @Nswix
    @Nswix 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You shouldn't even care about a little bit of gambling, except that you allowed yourself to get so tied up in it. Announcing odds on TV, taking sponsorships from Draftkings and William Hill, the Fertittas owning casinos and being based in Las Vegas.

  • @Niko-us5wu
    @Niko-us5wu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    watched every fight this year and im getting more and more angry about these decisions that they justify yet everyone thinks there bad. it has ruined the sport and you will find a lot of fans move away to other sports or promotions. so many corrupt decisions. paddy worst ive ever seen but he almost expected to win even tho he clearly lost. he was guaranteed a win if he got 3 rounds in...

    • @Gratefulfellow
      @Gratefulfellow ปีที่แล้ว

      But that's not Dana's fault or the UFC. Blame the Commission for that.

  • @joaofreitas2899
    @joaofreitas2899 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This isn't an interview. This is PR.

  • @DeanRockwell21
    @DeanRockwell21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Brett trying to replace Laura Skankhoe as Dana’s favorite side piece 😂

  • @johanventer8203
    @johanventer8203 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Please do UFC Africa in South Africa, beautiful country with infrastructure and tourism is huge, just makes sense!! Had soccer and rugby world cup and sure it will cost the UFC much less to do it in SA than any other African country.

  • @PetYourDog4Me
    @PetYourDog4Me 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    If fighters and their affiliates can't bet on UFC then how does Dave from barstool , being an affiliate of both Paddy & Dana able to bet ? Saturdays shenanigans was hella sus. If Krause & team gets in trouble so should Dana and company .

    • @jasonshapiro9932
      @jasonshapiro9932 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think the affiliation rule came because of Krause. Now the rules are you just can’t bet. Not sure where they go from here though with fighter sponsorships though.

  • @BostonsF1nest
    @BostonsF1nest ปีที่แล้ว

    I feel like it’s been 4 years since I saw Brett do an interview. I wish all the fights weren’t on ESPN+. I don’t have it and feel like I haven’t seen a UFC fight in forever

  • @-jovoc
    @-jovoc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Krause robbed the casinos, now he will be locked up for life

    • @TheAntManChannel
      @TheAntManChannel 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Getting pegged

    • @trevinoandsons4615
      @trevinoandsons4615 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      From Laura Sanko to the Django 🥒

    • @Opticillusion160
      @Opticillusion160 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      nah is pure shadiness… dude leaked private info on his own fighter to his paid betting subscribers. That sets a ridiculous precedence ripe for fraud

    • @jasonshapiro9932
      @jasonshapiro9932 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don’t think he robbed them. I think he MIGHT have attempted to. In that case, he would certainly serve some prison time.

  • @Klobbersaurus49
    @Klobbersaurus49 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh cool even after all this time the audio on Brett's videos still sucks