6 Jul 2026 · 1 h 33 min
Books from Dustin Poirier
“UFC Legend Dustin Poirier: I Lost My Mind. I’ll Never Let It Happen Again.”
Books mentioned
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The conversation
Retired UFC fighter Dustin Poirier discusses his recent arrest for public intoxication, his struggles with alcohol and depression, and the challenge of finding purpose after retirement. He reflects on therapy, his difficult childhood, and his commitment to sobriety for his family.
Talking points
- Arrest for public intoxication
- Loss of sponsors and gigs
- Struggle with purpose after retirement
- Concerns about CTE and brain damage
- Therapy and mental health
- Father's homelessness due to addiction
- Charity work through Good Fight Foundation
- Finding identity outside of fighting