About this episode
UFC legend Tito Ortiz sits down for one of his most honest interviews ever โ breaking down the rise of the UFC, the injuries that nearly ended his career, how biohacking saved his body after eight major surgeries, and the life-changing decisions that kept him out of prisonโฆ and alive. Tito opens up about fatherhood, childhood trauma, money, fame, bad decisions, rivalries, forgiveness, mental toughness, wrestling, and the moment that changed the entire direction of his life. โญ WHAT YOUโLL LEARN ๐ฅ How Tito Ortiz helped grow the UFC from the early days ๐ง Why mental strength is 90% of fighting ๐ฉป The surgeries, injuries & biohacking that saved his life ๐จโ๐ฆ How fatherhood and pain reshaped his mindset ๐ The truth behind rivalry, humility & learning the hard way ๐๏ธโโ๏ธ How he trained at altitude, controlled his heart rate & built elite cardio ๐ How one decision kept him out of federal prison ๐ฌ Titoโs thoughts on Dana White, legacy & forgiveness ๐บ๐ธ Why he left California & rebuilt his life in Florida ๐ Whatโs next for Tito โ personally and professionally CHAPTERS 00:00 โ Did Tito Expect the UFC to Get This Big? 01:00 โ Gladiators, Pain & Why MMA Exploded 02:00 โ Eight Surgeries & How He Finally Became Pain-Free 03:00 โ Early UFC Days, Dana White & Building the Brand 04:00 โ Becoming the First Two-Division Champion 05:00 โ How Biohacking Saved His Body 06:00 โ Mental Strength vs Physical Strength in MMA 07:00 โ The Poverty, Childhood Trauma & Wrestling That Saved His Life 08:00 โ Raising His Kids, Custody Battles & Breaking Cycles 09:00 โ Fame, Humility & Losing Everything to Learn Everything 10:00 โ Politics, Moving to Florida & The Next Chapter of Titoโs Life ๐๏ธ APPLY OR CONNECT ๐ Apply to be on the podcast: https://www.digitalsocialhour.com/application ๐ฉ Business inquiries / sponsors: jenna@digitalsocialhour.com ๐ค GUEST: Tito Ortiz โhttps://www.instagram.com/titoortizig/? ๐ผ SPONSORS QUINCE: https://quince.com/ds ๐ฅ Fuel your health with Viome: https://buy.viome.com/SEAN Use code โSeanโ at checkout for a discount! ๐ง LISTEN ON ๐ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/digital-social-hour/id1676846015 ๐ต Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5Jn7LXarRlI8Hc0GtTn759 ๐ธ Sean Kelly Instagram: @seanmikekelly โ ๏ธ DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed by guests on Digital Social Hour are solely those of the individuals appearing on the podcast and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the host, Sean Kelly, or the Digital Social Hour team. While we encourage open and honest discussions, Sean Kelly is not legally responsible for any statements, claims, or opinions made by guests during the show. Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and seek professional advice where appropriate. The content shared is for entertainment and informational purposes only โ it should not be taken as legal, medical, financial, or professional advice. We strive to present accurate and reliable information; however, we make no guarantees regarding its completeness or accuracy. The views expressed are solely those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent those of the producers or affiliates of this program. ๐ฅ Stay tuned for more episodes featuring top creators, founders, and innovators shaping the digital world! ๐ KEYWORDS Tito Ortiz interview, UFC legend, UFC history, MMA story, UFC injuries, Tito Ortiz Dana White, Tito Ortiz childhood, Tito Ortiz surgeries, Tito Ortiz biohacking, MMA recovery, UFC champions, mental toughness MMA, Tito Ortiz family, Tito Ortiz politics, UFC rise, UFC OG fighters, digital social hour, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .