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Dustin Poirier Needs Help… Not Hate | Big Brown Breakdown Ep. 513 LIVE
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- The Big Brown Breakdown
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- Jun 25, 2026
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- 5325
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Summary
Brendan Schaub breaks down the recent Dustin Poirier airport incident and opens up about the reality many UFC fighters face after retirement. From addiction and identity loss to purpose, discipline, and mental health, this episode dives deep into what really happens when elite athletes walk away from competition. Brendan shares personal stories about his own transition from fighting, struggles with addiction, and why many former fighters spiral after leaving the UFC. The guys also discuss: Dustin Poirier’s statement Jon Jones and Conor McGregor comparisons Why fighters need purpose after retirement Alexander Volkanovski opening up mentally CTE, alcoholism, and athlete psychology Josh Van’s rise in the UFC Tom Brady, The Rock, and elite athlete mentality See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .