Georges St-Pierre, John Danaher & Gordon Ryan: The Greatest of All Time | Lex Fridman Podcast  

Here are the timestamps. Please check out our sponsors to support this podcast. 0:00 - Introduction & sponsor mentions: - Calm: www.calm.com/lex to get 40% off - InsideTracker: insidetracker.com/lex and use code Lex25 to get 25% off - Blinkist: blinkist.com/lex and use code LEX to get 25% off premium - Eight Sleep: www.eightsleep.com/lex and use code LEX to get special savings - ExpressVPN: expressvpn.com/lexpod and use code LexPod to get 3 months free 0:55 - Success 15:54 - Trash talk 19:02 - Doubt 27:25 - Emotions 39:21 - Gordon's beef with André Galvão 43:30 - Diet 53:31 - Training 1:21:40 - Human nature and combat sports 1:32:53 - MMA vs Grappling 1:42:12 - Gordon Ryan vs Felipe Pena 1:45:59 - GSP and shoot boxing 1:57:16 - GSP vs Khabib 2:05:16 - Pankration 2:08:27 - Effective grappling and takedowns 2:23:59 - Aliens and Mars 2:40:39 - Robots 2:44:35 - Advice for young people

A cowboy, a guy in a rashguard, an fbi agent and a guy dressed like a european boyband member from 2005. This will never happen again

John is the closest thing we have to a Jedi master in real world.

A professor, KGB agent, a cowboy and a gigolo. And it’s the best podcast ever! All of these guys have inspired me at different points. So cool to see them chilling.

I love how when Jon opens his mouth it's just a beautiful sequence of words.

Any of these guests alone is gold, but the three of them, plus the banter is next level. 👌

This is Avengers Endgame but with Jiu-Jitsu

What I like about Lex's podcast is that it provides a nice contrast in style to that of Joe Rogan, for example. Where Joe's is more conversational and laid back, Lex's questions are more formal and thought out. Both are good. But I enjoyed this podcast, and got a lot of value from it. Thank you Lex

GSP's comments on confidence are really spot on!. Fear of failure can be double-edged. Fear can motivate you to train harder, study harder, work harder. Too much fear and you won't even attempt the challenge because you believe it is pointless and the outcome is already pre-determined. Too little and you won't put enough effort in to succeed. You need to find that balanced middle ground to reach your absolute potential.

Lex is the real MVP for having none stop great podcasts

Wow… what version of the simulation did we all luck out on to get a lineup like this?

"im a jj coach not a preacher." This guy amazes me every time i hear him, what a legend

This should have been a 9hr interview!!! I don’t think I’ve ever been more excited to listen to a podcast

I died laughing at the end when John did a George impression. “I’m not impressed by your performance”, it looked so unnatural coming out of John’s mouth but sounded so much like George. 😂

Already a legendary podcast and it’s just a few minutes old.

Iam always fascinated with the humility of GSP. amazing guy, a real role model.

The coolest thing about John Danaher is that he wears his hash guard wherever he goes as if he was always ready to train, no matter if it's a podcast, live TV, whatever. A guy like that HAS to be an amazing jiu jitsu sensei, there's no other way around.

Whenever he’s off-world, John teaches at the Harkonnen BJJ academy.

Last time I saw this many GOATs in the same place, I was at a petting zoo. Dude this was one hell of a podcast! Much appreciated for putting this together! I could listen to John talk about any subject for hours, the way his brain works and his ability to articulate things is amazing.

This CD has three separate relaxation/meditation sessions on it ru-vid.comUgkxzpa8CIfZcihW4Z0F_ja0QF3W9KIatrsq guided by a very pleasant and direct male voice. Unlike so many other products of its type, this CD does not have bad synthesizer music, does not feature a phony or affected style of narration, and does not make any bogus claims to be subliminal or to re-train the brain or any of that balderdash. What you get is 1. a guided meditation for getting into a pleasantly relaxed state of body awareness while taking a stroll (superb for those easing back into a fitness routine slowly after an illness or injury) 2. A nice long breath-awareness relaxation session that if followed diligently can put you into very deep states of full-body relaxation and mental calmness, and 3. a buddhist-inspired meditation session designed to help you develop and maintain feelings of loving kindness toward not just yourself and your friends, but toward people you don't even like. The CD makes no claims to be designed for advanced meditators or for buddhists or hindus/yoga practitioners looking for very deep and esoteric stuff. It is geared more toward the average person who just wants to develop the habit of relaxation and stress relief through natural, healthy means. him, if you happen to be reading this, keep up the good work fella, and I love your accent. I would also like to note that I have never fallen asleep while listening to this product. I would like to kindly suggest to the reviewer who said this CD makes him fall asleep, that he might want to get checked to see if he has a sleep disorder, or if he is simply not setting aside ample time for restful sleep at night. A healthy person getting adequate rest at night should be able to go into deep states of mental relaxation without dozing off, if not all the time, then most of the time.

I love of each one of them is dressed so differently. What a legendary podcast. I love GSP!

Someone should just give John his red belt.. his contribution to the art through digital media and success of his athletes speaks for itself..

1:22:20 GSP killed me with the “BOB LAZAR! WHAT DO YOU THINK!?”

2:56:53 killed me, John impression of GSP, super hilarious :))))

That little moment after Gordon says he smacked Galvao… deep breath from Lex and GSP’s face trying not to laugh… hahaha gold 🤣👍🏼

This might actually the best mixed martial arts podcast ever made on the internet right now

What an interesting mix. One became the best through rational intellect, one through raw skill channeled by that verysame intellect, and one got to the top through pure heart and perseverance. It's like all the streets leading to success converging on one podcast, reflected in the art of violence. It's almost poetic.

A cowboy, a rash guard and a GOAT walk into a bar.

One of the greatest podcast episodes I’ve ever seen. All these legends in one room for three hours sharing their knowledge of their fields and what it’s like to be in their field is simply legendary

Lex's podcast algorithm keeps evolving at an unprecedented rate. Keep up the good work 👍👌

Wow...Massive props to you Lex for bringing this amazing content to all of us, for free. These podcasts will surely become timeless...

Another nice quote from John Danaher: "Confidence is like money in your bank".

Lex, Legit one of the best so far! An entertaining, engrossing and educational conversation.

Lex this was absolutely great, but I agree with everyone else you should definitely get Firas on the podcast. Would love a conversation with you two

Lex I have been diligently checking your channel over and over again for the past couple of days since you posted a picture of you with these guys on your Instagram to see when this podcast would drop. I have never anticipated a podcast episode more than this. Thank you for bringing all of these legendary martial artists together for 3 HOURS for our listening pleasure. Cheers 🥂

Great to get these kind of guys together. They have been so successful, and still can quickly jump between being curious, laughing, serious and show how much thinking it takes to be the best! Soo you will be one of them Lex 👍🏻

Great podcast Lex. You need to get GSPs' head coach Firas Zahabi onto the podcast. The guy is a philosophical and stagegic fighting genius just like John Danaher! 😊

Hoooooooly moly, what an episode. Thank you Lex, George, John and Gordon. Thank you guys

I’ve always wanted to see Danaher and Elon Musk have a conversation. Completely different disciplines, but their minds analyze things in similar ways.

This was such a treat. I'm not sure there'll ever be a lineup in a podcast like this again. Thanks Lex!!!!!!

Best interview on the internet. The last ten minutes where these guys tell you how to be successful, is the golden ticket. Just awesome. Danaher is modern day yoda. Animal fight discussion was classic. Made my year to see this. What a gift

A rusky, a yank, a kiwi and canuck walk into a room and have a splendid conversation.

This podcast is helping me get through a period of terrible anxiety. Very grateful for it.

This is probably one of the best podcasts i've ever seen. Thank you host and guests. Love you all and much regards from Norway

Interesting what GSP says about his wrestling. He actually was approached multiple times by the Canadian Olympic wrestling team. They wanted him to join because they could see his grappling & athletic ability. GSP may not have had the wrestling background of Randy Couture or Dan Severn, but he was a highly skilled wrestler/grappler.

I don't have time to watch now but I just had to check if it was really all these legends on at once. Thanks Lex, very much looking forward to this.

Would love a podcast with Jocko Willink, John Danaher, and Khabib to talk about the mental toughness and the training or how their mindset is different in training vs in competition

GSP has gotta be one of the coolest human beings ever. He is such a huge ambassador for the MMA brand.

wow how awesome to have all three of these guys on a podcast at the same time! awesome work mate, can't wait to listen.

It’s so clear to see how John created these absolute monsters. What a brilliant mind!

This is an awesome guest list! You should try to get russian-speaking fighters like khabib, valentina, or petr yan

so blessed to be able to watch conversations between these guys...! thank you for sharing

Gsp is such and humble smart and positive person. He is the definition of a dangerous man.

Man this is gonna be a top 10 podcast episode of all time. Looking forward to it!

As a Kiwi, love seeing Danaher anywhere, among these GOATs it’s even more amazing. GSP is my all time

Great intro 😂 easily one of my favorite podcasts of all time. Would’ve gladly listened for another hour+. Thanks gents.

This was an excellent podcast! So much to be learned here from the best of the best

Lex doing the 15sec click bait at the beginning🤣😂😂🤣 (robotics engineer level) genius

GSP is definitely the GOAT. And can never be replaced because MMA was still in its infancy. He was a game plan genius much like Randy Couture.

Thanks for this Lex - every time I come back to your podcast it gets better and better!

So much value, thank you Lex! And thanks to the guests of course :)

Lots of love for you from Pakistan, Lex. A wonderful podcast with a plethora of knowledge in all aspects of life. I wish these guys would come to my country and grace us with their presence and wisdom.

The ending when Danaher imitated GSP was so good 🤣🤣🤣

I can't believe how good Lex is at getting excellent guests on his podcast. Well done man. And thank you :)

I’m assuming Gordon is the youngest man in this conversation. With that being said, it’s admirable to see him mostly listening to the conversation. He’s absorbing. Very cool to see.

One of the most balanced and fair MMA GOAT conversation.

We will never resolve the GSP VS Khabib dilemma until Lex made an AI simulation of that fight. There is your next motivation Lex.

That George impression John did was so well timed. Brought a big smile to my face.

This is one of the best episodes of a podcast I've seen, couldn't turn it off.. 👏

Give John another podcast episode if possible. He definitely has more to say and perhaps wanted to. Great episode!

Lex you did an excellent job facilitating an interesting podcast with all your guest. Bravo

What an incredible podcast. We're so lucky as martial artists, and fans of combat sport that this quality of media exists

This guys are badass man. Spent the whole day checking out their achievements and fights and was motivated by the sheer talent those beasts exhibit.

This is godsent. Just finished relistening the 2nd Ryan Hall visit, having five hours to kill at work. And this appears!

I am from KC and I am watching this over the Chiefs AFC Championship game

Listened to this while editing a whole video. Really enjoyed this, Thanks guys!

This is one of your best interviews, the mental gymnastics you are pulling off going back and forth with everyone is really impressive!

I almost couldn't believe my eyes when I saw this, great job Lex, can't wait to watch the rest!

I would never have dreamed to be lucky enough to have followed all of these guys since I was a kid and hear them laughing and being the exact guys I have looked up to since I fell in love with self defense and the masters of our arts, in the same room, completely, TOTALLY, freaking, LEGENDARY. Peace is the answer to almost every question in my opinion, but since some people aren't capable of finding and being peaceful, the least we could do is learn to defend ourselves without excessive energy and physical damage, leaning towards a peaceful self defense, thus perpetuating peace and teaching a potential serial violent attacker a valuable lesson and possibly changing the course of their mindset? God Bless Jujitsu 💚❤️🧘✌️🤙

This has got to be one of the best podcast episode I've ever seen.

One of the best interviews I’ve ever seen. Great job Lex!

DUDE THANK YOU. I needed this as a break from everything.

Great podcast.. to be a fly on the wall for that discussion.

Lex, awesome show/interview! Thanks so much for the work and sharing it with us.

My man Lex - I haven't even watched the episode yet but i know it's gonna be a favorite. Thanks for all you do! 🙌🙌🙌

"Georges St-Pierre, for 80% of your career, you were powered by McDonalds and Coca Cola" - John Danaher :D

This is honestly the greatest thing the fact that I live in a universe where this is possible I’m glad I’m alive

oh man im so happy i checked your podcast out, you have so many interesting guests and your interview approach is spot on, you ask the right questions and dont just waste time!

Excellent idea to have all 3 of the best on this detailed podcast. Thoroughly interesting to find out more about these 3 , in the analytical and interesting questions that you asked, Lex . Thank You for this podcast.

Somebody stole my line...you assembled the Avengers!! Lex you never disappoint with your interviews. Simply amazing and so inspiring.

Thank you for bringing such valuable and entertaining conversations Lex! Did you consider talking to Firas Zahabi? I think it would be a really good conversation given his mma coaching experience, stories with George St.Pierre and knowledge in philosophy

Gordon Ryan was a name that was not on my radar until this podcast, watching him grapple after hearing him here and all I can say is I love how much you attack the neck. I am glad to see I was right to make all variations of headlock and choke my main tools when I would grapple in the past. I would never be able to take it to your level obviously, not even close, but I am glad my head was in the right place

This is so nuts what Lex pulled off! I’d be shook to be by all of them at once.

This is GOLD! Thanks for such a rad show!

Thank you Mr. Fridman, For putting such an excellent podcast together!

Please invite these guys back for another episode! Fascinating content

This podcast is The Greatest of All Time

OMG. Truly a dream podcast. Thanks Lex for bringing amazing content every week!

Lex is ridiculous for thanking us at the end of the video. not only we have 4 GREAT people talking to each other about deep subjects [we are extremely privileged this is the only time in history this could happen] Lex also adds a quote at the end to leave us with something extremely valuable to think about. the amount of value given here is humbling, I can only aspire to be in a position to do similiar things one day. Thank you Lex and congrats on your success.

Man these guys are three of the best of what they do! Such a great podcast! Thanks for this Lex!