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Joe Rogan Experience #2384 - Mark Kerr

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Mark Kerr Reveals Realities of MMA Glory, Addiction, and the Legacy of "The Smashing Machine"

Discover how Mark Kerr found therapeutic insight in his own biopic, explore the foundational importance of wrestling in MMA history, and learn why sustained excellence demands total intentionality.

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  • Witness Mark Kerr's powerful reflection on the raw honesty of The Smashing Machine, particularly Dwayne Johnson's accurate portrayal of his past struggles.
  • Analyze the evolution of MMA training, contrasting early bare-knuckle grit with modern scientific conditioning methods.
  • Understand why elite wrestling skill is the single most important foundational element underpinning success in mixed martial arts.

This discussion delves deep into Mark Kerr’s career, the making of his A24 film, and his journey toward sobriety. Listeners gain context on the violent beginnings of the UFC, the psychological requirements of elite performance, and the ultimate necessity of personal foundational structure outside the cage.

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Joe sits down with retired mixed martial artist and wrestler Mark Kerr. Kerr is the subject of the A24 feature film "The Smashing Machine," directed by Benny Safdie and starring Dwayne Johnson. Look for it in theaters on October 3, 2025. https://a24films.com/films/the-smashing-machine https://www.markkerr.com Buy 1 Get 1 Free Trucker Hat with code ROGAN at https://happydad.com This video is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit https://BetterHelp.com/JRE

Top Comments (10)

@GurtGobain 2025-09-25

When will he have Nick Gerr on?

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@rchi3906 2025-09-25

Mark Kerr looks real good , healthy , way to go Mark

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@destroyion2443 2025-09-25

Damn, the Rock's gotten so good at acting it's almost like Mark Kerr himself is talking to Joe

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@jopo7996 2025-09-25

He's my third favorite Mark Kerr. The top 2 would be permanent and dry erase.

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@justindixon9762 2025-09-30

Looking at Mark Kerr and Mike Tyson makes you think it's crazy how the people who are quiet, soft-spoken , mild mannerisms can be animals. Reach the top , fall to the bottom , and finally get it all together again and how they talk so humble and are open about their trials and tribulations. Thank you Mark Glad you are still here with us today .

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@MexicanMartialArts 2025-09-25

Thought it was Redban till I read the title.

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@jonathanzuniga3681 2025-10-06

Came back to this after the movie. Damn. That was a damn good movie

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@StainGt2 2025-09-28

They call him Mark Kerr ’cause once he’s on you, there’s no erasing the damage

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@stfon5 2025-10-06

I met Mark Kerr in the 90s, he was so nice & funny. I use to work at a gym in Phoenix called "The Village" where Kerr, Mike Van Arsdale, & Coleman would workout. They loaded up the leg press with all the 45s that could fit. Then have us employees sit on top of the leg press as well. Animal strength

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@kevinlewis9151 2025-10-19

The Rock always plays The Rock. To see him play anyone else is refreshing.

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