JRE #373 – Joey “CoCo” Diaz

by

7/9/2013






Joe Rogan Experience #373 – Joey “CoCo” Diaz

Joe Rogan Experience #373 – Joey “CoCo” Diaz

Joe Rogan sits down with the hilarious and often controversial Joey “CoCo” Diaz for an episode packed with laughter, stories, and deep dives into a variety of topics. The podcast covers everything from Diaz’s experiences in comedy and the UFC to his unique perspective on life and society. Here are some major topics and underlying themes explored in this captivating conversation:

Stand-Up Comedy and the Comedy Scene

  1. Joey “CoCo” Diaz’s Journey in Stand-Up: The podcast highlights Diaz’s journey from a rough upbringing to a successful stand-up career. His unique style and raw honesty have made him a fan favorite.
  2. The Comedy Store’s Influence: The iconic comedy club is discussed as a crucible for aspiring comedians, where Diaz honed his craft and experienced the wild world of stand-up comedy.
  3. Different Styles of Comedy: Rogan and Diaz discuss the diverse landscape of comedy, highlighting different styles and the personalities that thrive in specific environments. From clean comics to those who push boundaries, they explore the nuances of audience engagement.
  4. The Value of Hard Work and Perseverance: The conversation emphasizes the dedication and work ethic needed to make it in comedy. Diaz’s story exemplifies the sacrifices and challenges comedians often face to find success.

UFC and Mixed Martial Arts

  1. The Anderson Silva Knockout: The conversation delves into the shocking knockout of Anderson Silva by Chris Weidman at UFC 162, sparking discussions about the vulnerability of even the greatest fighters and the unpredictable nature of combat sports.
  2. The Importance of Defense: Rogan and Diaz highlight the crucial role of defense in MMA. Even a fighter with exceptional striking skills can be vulnerable to a single, well-placed punch.
  3. The Evolution of MMA: The conversation acknowledges the growth and sophistication of MMA, with fighters becoming more well-rounded and skilled in multiple disciplines. The days of relying solely on one skillset are long gone.
  4. Performance Enhancing Drugs and the Ethical Dilemmas: The podcast grapples with the complex issue of performance enhancing drugs in combat sports, exploring the potential benefits and risks, the ethical considerations, and the difficulty in ensuring a truly level playing field.

Life, Society, and Perspective

  1. The Allure of Danger and Impulsivity: Diaz’s life story illustrates a tendency towards impulsivity and risk-taking behavior. The podcast explores how these traits can be both a source of excitement and potential danger.
  2. The Power of Perspective and Empathy: Rogan and Diaz discuss the importance of understanding different perspectives and recognizing the humanity of others, even when they make mistakes.
  3. The Role of Community and Belonging: The conversation highlights the significance of community and the importance of feeling connected to something larger than oneself. Diaz’s experiences in Alaska illustrate how remote communities can foster a strong sense of belonging.
  4. The Pursuit of Happiness: The podcast touches on the search for happiness and fulfillment in life. Diaz emphasizes the importance of finding what brings joy and purpose, regardless of societal expectations.

Memorable Quotes

  1. “I held it in my hand. I had nervous. Oh, and That’s that they did. These people have broken up into hybrid, sativa, and indica, and that is the even right as easy as saying, he likes the cheaper shoes, but he likes the full boat 1, the white label. Really? When as easy goes deep, death. Reminds themselves. They’re on Long Island. Go in and see it. I’ve had them with coffee in the morning before a flight, and they fucking pick me up. How much energy drink? because I did blow, but these things fucking pick me right up. So — Wow. — they’re not bad. This is the I gave you the pain relief one too. Okay. These guys are going deep. If you if you do an energy drink, it makes you wanna do blow. No. No. No. I did blow for all those jeans, so they don’t work. Oh, that I drink fucking red bull and go to sleep. I drink coffee and go to sleep, to be honest. Take to do that too. I could drink a couple of coffee. You used to be able to do that when I had sleep apnea. Mister Bill will just I do fucking just hit the crib right after a cup of coffee. Yeah. It’s amazing. Oh my god. I need a a starbucks. fucking passed out yet. The fuck out of it. Cuban coffee fucks me up that not Persian coffee. Is that what it is? You drink coffee. There’s some coffee that’s fucking out there that the the caffeine is just outrageous Greek, one of those countries. A lot of those coffees that people think are, like, really strong. It’s like the taste of it. It’s not necessarily the caffeine. Like, you know, espresso. Everybody assumes espresso is like stronger than a cup of coffee. Not really. No. It’s actually weaker. That’s less. The lighter coffees are the ones with the more caffeine. like a dark dark coffee. Apparently, a dark coffee doesn’t have as much caffeine as like a lighter coffee often times. when you you burn them more, I guess, to make it dark, maybe. Does that make sense? You roast it longer. What am I talking about over But the first time I ever had Cuban coffee, I’m like, oh, this is like everything else Cubans do. It’s crazy. You take coffee. You put a half a pound of sugar in it. From the start, they mix it in there. It is. What the fuck is that? Sweet. Oh. I couldn’t believe how sweet it is. We were working in Miami at the improv. Joey’s like, you’re gonna try to keep him coffee, Doug. Fuck all that Starbucks shit. That’s for girls. Get all the fuck. If you’ve been to Miami International Airport and see that Starbucks is always empty. That’s fine. And compete because it’s a quarter. It’s 35¢ for a shot. I know. 35¢ for a shot. 35¢ for a shot. I know. 35¢ at the airport. And if they give you the sugar mixed into it, you don’t even feel guilty for putting that much sugar in it. No. No. No. You know, you’re like, hey. This is what I asked for. It’s like a dessert. didn’t know. It’s a dessert. And there’s a little pick me up, but people think there’s more than there is, apparently.”
  2. “I’m a safari type of motherfucker.” – Diaz’s humorous declaration of his preference for Safari over other browsers.
  3. “I’m gonna open up an ambulance company. and tell people I’m gonna run through a red light. Dog, trust me. That’s brilliant.” – A humorous and slightly absurd idea for an ambulance company that would exploit the perception of emergency vehicles.
  4. “If you live by the sword, you die by the fucking sword, that’s why it’s called karma.” – A philosophical statement about the consequences of taking risks and pushing boundaries.
  5. “The devil has the baddest bitches, Joe.” – Diaz’s provocative, humorous observation about the allure of Las Vegas and the possibility of temptation.


 

Leave a Comment