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Ronda Rousey Dismisses Joe Rogan’s Expertise in Blunt Podcast Exchange

The UFC Hall of Famer made the critique on Bert Kreischer’s show, adding that only a $1 billion offer would draw her back.

Overview

  • On Bertcast, Rousey said Rogan is “not an expert” and “a fan with an audience,” adding “he’s never fought” when Kreischer cited his taekwondo.
  • Kreischer, a close friend of Rogan, appeared uncomfortable during the exchange before pivoting away from the topic.
  • In the same interview, Rousey said it would take $1 billion for her to return to the UFC, while talk of a comeback remains unconfirmed.
  • Coverage emphasized Rogan’s decades in the booth and martial-arts background in taekwondo and Brazilian jiu-jitsu, though he has not competed in professional MMA.
  • Online reaction was mixed, with backlash from many fans and some support for Rousey’s stance on who qualifies as an expert commentator.