#1950 - Derek Wolfe

Episode Timestamps

• 00:02:18

  NFL Injuries

  • Guest had a series of injuries during NFL career
  • Including double hip surgeries, torn labrums, and paralysis from bruised spinal cord
  • Despite injuries, guest continued to play, including playing two weeks after being paralyzed
• 00:08:32

  Football Players and Recklessness

  • Joe Rogan and guest discuss the importance of having a wild side as a football player
  • Being a little "fucked up" may be necessary for success in the sport
  • Not all elite NFL players fit this mold, but many interior defense linemen do
• 00:08:48

  Differences in top NFL players

  • Aaron Donald is a unique and crazy player
  • Personality differences between players like Peyton Manning and DeMarcus Ware
  • Interior D-linemen are usually a bit messed up
  • The sport itself involves a lot of physical hits
• 00:10:47

  Pass rush training and skills

  • Trevor helped take the pass rush game to another level
  • Footwork is key in training
  • Footwork training creates angles on players
  • Footwork can be compared to boxers like Lomachenko
• 00:17:31

  Kid Rock's Party House : Importance - 7/10

  • Kid Rock has built a White House replica in Nashville, which is bigger than the actual White House
  • The house has one bedroom and one guest bedroom, but it's mostly a party house
  • The house has a golden shower room, a golden toilet, and even a giant gold elevator in the middle
  • Kid Rock also has some antiques, including the hammer they use to knock down Ben Lawn's door
• 00:19:37

  Childhood backstory : Importance - 8/10

  • The speaker shares about his troubled childhood, with an alcoholic and drug-addicted mother and abusive stepfather
  • The mother was also a victim of sexual abuse, and couldn't break the cycle
  • The speaker talks about reprogramming his brain, since his idea of intimacy was hearing his parents fist-fighting and verbally fighting
  • He also talks about undergoing EMDR therapy to deal with the past trauma
• 00:26:37

  The Evolution of Humans

  • Discussion about the book "Species" and the discovery of new human species
  • The idea that modern humans wiped out the other species
  • Observations on Neanderthal mating with homo sapiens
  • The evolution of humans leading to "super nerds" and "soy boy" culture
  • Sports and hunting as a form of escapism and deep spiritual connection to battle
• 00:29:02

  Therapeutic Light Treatment and Past Lives

  • Introduction to a light treatment therapy with guided breathing and light across the eyes
  • The release of trauma and past life experiences during the therapy
  • Connection between the mind and the most powerful tool humans have, and the possibility of past lives being passed down through genes
  • Personal experience with discovering Viking ancestry and past life memories during the therapy
• 00:05:22

  Scientific Studies on Extra Sensory Perceptions

  • Discussion on the human mind's ability to acquire and store information
  • Mention of Dr. Stevenson's studies
  • Various types of extra sensory perceptions studied
  • Need for scientists to study such phenomena
• 00:19:48

  Fascination with Viking Era

  • Discussion about the fearsome nature of Vikings
  • Mention of the Northmen movie
  • Appreciation for historical accuracy
  • Desire to witness certain parts of history
• 00:02:50

  The size of Vikings and ancient DNA

  • Discussion about the large size of Vikings and ancient DNA
  • Belief in giants on Earth and how they could have existed
  • Mention of findings suggesting that the average Viking was shorter than current humans
  • Highlight that such findings only reflect the people who died, not the entire population
• 00:18:30

  Egypt's ancient civilization

  • Discussion about Egypt's ancient civilization and amazement at how they built the pyramids
  • Skepticism about the official explanation of how they were built using logs
  • Belief in the idea of water flowing through the area
  • Mention of water erosion on the Sphinx indicating that it could be over 12,000 years old
• 00:51:52

  Speculation on lost technology and natural disasters

  • Electricity, the internet, and combustion engines have sped up progress
  • Speculation on lost technology from Viking times wiped out by comets
  • Evidence of comets hitting Earth during that time period
  • Mention of Atlantis and Pompeii as examples of civilizations wiped out by natural disasters
  • Discussion on living near active volcanoes and shark encounters
• 00:58:41

  Bow hunting and physical demands of mountain lion hunting

  • Discussion on bow hunting and its primal and silent aspect
  • Skill and practice required in archery
  • Narration of a mountain lion hunting excursion with a friend
  • Mention of the danger of mountain lions near residential areas
  • Need for population management and hunting as a solution
  • Story about moving a lion to another area resulting in 15 dog deaths
• 01:01:49

  Discussing the size and danger of the lion

  • The lion weighed around 220 pounds
  • Its paws and head were huge
  • The lion could easily kill a person
  • Its behavior was unpredictable and it killed indiscriminately
• 01:07:02

  Hunting the lion

  • The hunting party used dogs to track the lion
  • They had to stay close to the dogs to avoid the lion killing them
  • The snow made the trek difficult
  • They had to crawl up a mountain to catch up to the dogs
  • The author had trouble keeping up and suffered cramping
  • The author went the wrong way and had to climb back up the mountain to find the others
• 01:10:09

  Shooting the Lion

  • The speaker shoots the lion in the chest, facing him
  • The lion looks at him with terrifying eyes
  • The shot kills the lion quickly and it doesn't move from where it fell
  • The speaker eventually lifts the lion, amazed at its size
• 01:14:03

  The Thrill of Bow Hunting

  • The speaker talks about how bow hunting taps into ancient DNA and human reward
  • He describes the thrill of hunting and collecting wild game
  • He plans to try stick bow hunting eventually, but wants to be prepared and effective
  • He discusses the advantages of using a compound bow with a site and cams for more effective hunting
• 01:18:48

  Environmental Impact of Plastic Waste

  • Discussion on the effects of plastic waste on the environment
  • References to the large island of plastic in the ocean
  • Talks about recycling efforts to reduce plastic waste
  • Mention of the potential negative impacts of plastic recycling
• 01:25:05

  The Importance of Rational Wildlife Management

  • Discussion on the importance of rational wildlife management
  • Shares viewpoints on grizzly bear hunting and wolf reintroduction in certain areas
  • Discusses how emotional viewpoints can affect wildlife management
  • Talks about the dangers of not managing wildlife populations properly
• 01:27:20

  Hunting wolves in Alaska

  • Wolves are apex predators and smart animals with a strong sense of smell
  • Hunting wolves requires a special tag and understanding of their behavior
  • National Geographic documentaries highlight how wolves hunt and communicate as a pack
  • Managing wolf populations is necessary, but animal rights groups oppose hunting
• 01:30:15

  Wildlife management policies and hunting regulations

  • California has a model to eradicate hunting and let animals exist peacefully
  • Colorado has a quota system to manage mountain lion populations
  • Hunting licenses require exams on animal identification and regulations
  • Hunting violations result in penalties and bans on hunting licenses
• 01:36:14

  Talking about favorite meats and elk hunting.

  • The speaker discusses his love for elk meat and how elk hunting is his favorite.
  • He talks about his recent successful Neil guy hunt and also mentions his preference for bow hunting.
• 01:36:50

  Difficulties in hunting Neil guy.

  • The speaker discusses the challenges of hunting Neil guy, which are tough to kill and do not bleed, making them difficult to track.
  • He recalls how his perfect shot required intense searching to find the animal.
• 01:45:24

  Majority of Conservation Money Comes from Hunting Gear Sales,

  • The role of hunting gear and outdoor gear in contributing to animal conservation
  • The significance of people buying bullets, rifles, and bows
  • The issue of in-state hunters opposing out-of-staters getting to hunt the same areas
• 01:46:11

  Elk Hunting and Experiencing the Beauty of Nature,

  • The experience of being around elk during the rut
  • The fascination with elk bugling and fighting for breeding rights
  • Sharing the experience with loved ones who may not be hunters
• 01:53:54

  Cold tubs and Blue Cube

  • Discussion about the Blue Cube cold tub
  • Intense experience without thermal barrier
  • Benefits of cold tubs
  • Mentioned a new brutal Blue Cube being sent
  • Cold tub helps with anxiety and mental clarity
• 01:57:14

  Cold plunges and heat for body and brain

  • Discussion about the benefits of cold plunges and heat
  • Positive impact on brain and body
  • Benefits of sauna before bed and infrared saunas
  • Layered Hamilton's routines and pool workouts
• 02:02:06

  Adderall and Mental Clarity

  • Taking Adderall helped with mental readiness for work.
  • Taking a half dose helped with better sleep quality.
  • Monitoring heart health is important when taking Adderall.
  • People can get hooked on Adderall if not careful.
• 02:06:11

  Roseanne Barr's Impromptu Standup

  • Roseanne Barr performed an impromptu standup set.
  • She received a standing ovation.
  • It was part of the Joe Rogan and Friends show in Austin.
  • Austin has good vibes, and the new Comedy Mothership club is exciting.
• 02:10:26

  Allocation of money and taxes

  • Money sent to other countries could be used to fix our own issues
  • Paying taxes feels like tyranny, and the founding fathers would be unhappy with how taxes are being used
  • Politicians are hesitant to allocate money towards fixing the issues at home, as it may not be popular among those with money
  • The solution would require a lot of money and a strongly-head politician to act
• 02:11:07

  Lack of control over tax money

  • People should have a say in how their tax money is being used
  • Lobbyists have too much power and influence on politicians
  • Voting may not make a difference as the decisions are already made behind the scenes
  • The push of certain narratives on mainstream media is concerning and unethical
• 02:18:27

  Discussion on Beeple's digital art and NFT

  • Beeple is an artist who creates digital art every day
  • His art is often bizarre and strange
  • He created an NFT art for the podcast which people seem to have wised up to
  • The concept of NFT is unclear for some
• 02:24:01

  Discussion on Adderall and productivity

  • Adderall is a stimulant that can increase productivity
  • People in creative fields such as comedians take it, but it may not be good for them in the long term
  • Going off Adderall can be difficult and affects productivity
  • Anxiety and depression are factors that affect productivity
• 02:28:50

  Using mushrooms for the flow state

  • The speaker discusses how they started using mushrooms while working with their bodyworker and found that it helped them get into the flow state, particularly when playing football.
• 02:31:14

  Playing in the flow state

  • The speaker talks about how the use of mushrooms allowed them to enter the flow state when playing football, allowing them to focus better and move faster than everything else around them.
• 02:37:04

  Dominating the Game

  • Took a while for the player to reach his peak performance
  • Started dominating the game by taking the right amount of drops
  • Took two drops at halftime to sustain his performance for two hours
  • Was proud of being the number one run stopper in the NFL for almost 10 years
• 02:40:04

  Insane Training for Fighters

  • Competitive fighters train for weeks, if not months, to prepare for a fight
  • Only a few minutes of fighting will exhaust the average person
  • Jiu-jitsu is a great sport to get obsessed with
  • Jiu-jitsu is a chess game and not about strength or speed
• 02:45:55

  Size difference in MMA fight

  • Emmanuel Yarbrough weighs around 600 pounds, while Keith Hackney is around 200 pounds
  • The size difference is evident when they start fighting
  • Keith Hackney hits Yarbrough with a powerful slap
  • Yarbrough tries to attack Hackney multiple times, but his weight exhausts him quickly
  • Hackney wins the fight with punches
• 02:53:42

  Unconditional love for children

  • Joe Rogan and guest talk about the transformative experience of becoming a parent
  • They discuss the importance of providing a good environment for children
  • Rogan talks about the immense love he has for his children
  • The guest describes his capacity for love increasing after having children
  • They both agree that being a parent is one of the best decisions they've made
• 02:54:34

  The Dumb Things I Bought

  • Recounts how the speaker spent $300,000 worth of jewelry when he first signed his NFL contract.
  • He emphasizes how it was a wasteful expenditure and how he regretted it.
• 02:59:10

  Life's Choices and the Importance of Rational Decisions

  • The speaker shares how he used to consider committing suicide but instead fought to survive.
  • He emphasizes the importance of making the right choice at the right time by taking it seriously, making rational decisions instead of being emotional, and thinking things through before making decisions.
• 03:03:37

  The Coward's Way Out

  • The speaker believes giving up is the coward's way out
  • He expresses a determination to keep going and never give up
  • He acknowledges that not giving up may be difficult, but it is worth it
  • He urges listeners to listen to what he's saying and consider that there is a way out of everything
• 03:03:37

  Finding a Better Life

  • The speaker asserts that there is always a way out of everything
  • He encourages listeners to believe that they can have a better life
  • He expresses gratitude to the person he is speaking with
  • The conversation ends on a positive note, with the speaker saying goodbye to the listeners and playing music.