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Dana says he would've resigned his position over Joe Rogan

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Chris Weidman has had 10 knee surgeries on one leg and a titanium rod drilled through his knee.

1. The Level Change Podcast episode 286 centers on UFC news, Brandon Moreno’s break from fighting, Chris Weidman’s injuries, Gina Carano’s Ronda Rousey comments, and Dana White’s defense of Joe Rogan. 2. Steffi Haines hosts with Victor Rodriguez, and Victor also talks about being on week off from the day job, swim class with his son, and a day trip to the DC Zoo. 3. The episode asks what the UFC news headlines actually mean for fighters, contracts, and public reactions around Dana White, Joe Rogan, and retirement. 4. Igor Severino is discussed after being dismissed from UFC Vegas 89 for biting, and the hosts say the athletic commission will likely hold his check while deciding on a fine. 5. The segment uses Pedro Nobre, Mike Kyle, and Wes Sims as earlier examples of biting or dirty-fighting incidents that led to harsh fallout. 6. Victor argues that UFC replay and commission scrutiny make it impossible for Severino to pretend the bite did not happen. 7. Brandon Moreno is described as stepping away from fighting to focus on mental health, family, and other endeavors. 8. Victor says Moreno has been fighting for 13 years, has 31 fights, and just marked his 13th pro anniversary at age 30. 9. The hosts connect Moreno’s break to the grind of flyweight, lower pay, and the difficulty of switching camps after leaving James Krause’s environment. 10. Victor brings up the unresolved gambling probe around James Krause while also referencing NBA, baseball, and Pete Rose gambling headlines. 11. Chris Weidman says the real retirement test is whether training camp still feels worth it when pain outweighs motivation. 12. Weidman describes 10 knee surgeries on one leg, a titanium rod, arthritis, nerve issues, and muscle atrophy from the injury. 13. The hosts argue that Weidman’s body is giving him clear warning signs and that his career decision should be based on more than legacy. 14. They revisit Weidman’s wins over Anderson Silva and describe the discipline and intensity that once drove him. 15. Gina Carano says Dana White and Lorenzo Fertitta approached her to become the UFC’s first female fighter. 16. Carano also says she needed six months, a quiet process, a new gym, and time to rebuild a team in Los Angeles. 17. The hosts question Carano’s claim that she would have beaten Ronda Rousey, citing her record, her Strikeforce history, and her fights with Julie Kedzie, Tonya Evinger, and Cris Cyborg. 18. Dana White’s loyalty to Joe Rogan leads into a broader argument about accountability, public backlash, and the phrase “don’t be mad at me.” 19. The episode fits a conversational MMA-news format with long back-and-forth commentary, profanity, and a skeptical tone toward fighter narratives. 20. Best for listeners who follow UFC politics, fighter retirements, and MMA history. 21. Skip it if you want concise headlines without extended rants or side stories.

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