Dan Le Batard talks life after ESPN, his legendary career, whether he's happy, therapy, and more
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- Опубліковано 12 вер 2024
- One of the most respected voices in sports media joins Ariel for an open and honest conversation (and I'm glad we're having it). The two friends discuss Le Batard's new outlook on life thanks to the founding of his new company, Meadowlark Media, and his relatively new marriage. He also discusses the separation of his personal and professional lives, why he's happier than he's ever been and the importance of therapy in his life. Then, the guys trade stories about their respective times at ESPN, with "El Bastardo" Le Batard opening up about his exit from ESPN, and if he ever regrets joining the company in the first place.
Dan Le Batard is one of the most celebrated sports media personalities of the 21st century. Before founding Meadowlark Media in early 2021, LeBatard spent a decade at ESPN hosting The Dan LeBatard Show w/ Stugotz and Highly Questionable. Prior to joining ESPN, LeBatard wrote for The Miami Herald in his beloved home city of Miami.
You can follow Dan on Twitter and Instagram @LeBatardShow.
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This was such an honor for me, because of how I feel about Dan, because of how kind he has been to me over the year, and because I know he doesn't do these often. Thanks for checking it out!
Thank you for having him on, it’s good to hear from a real journalist like yourself. Can we get Pat MacAfee on next?
@@sandeepbhinder7598 he's been on! ua-cam.com/video/0iHfNs7mdQM/v-deo.html
@@ArielHelwani oh yeah, how can i forget. Y’all did him dirty with that red tint 😂
I love the MMA Hour but I have to say I'm more excited every interview you do on here. Best interviewer around.
Ariel. Ur #1. Thanks for staying true to the sport and to the fighters. I'll be rooting for the bills this weekend!!
Over the years, Dan (and his crew) have become my only must-listen. I go where they go.
“And when you say JUMP , your audience says how HIGH” - David P. Samson
Fax (you get the show)
As a Cuban-American from Miami I can tell you Dan’s mentality and experiences resonates with me and so many others from South Florida. He is truly a representation of the best of us.
This was awesome. So very rare to see or hear a Dan interview.
My favorite thing about Dan, is that he constantly seeks new talent so that he can bring exposure and a platform to them. I knew of Ariel through Dan's show and from his first appearance, I enjoyed him a lot, he seemed a bright, smart, passionate person. Unfortunately, I dislike MMA and boxing and all of that, so I don't have much of an opportunity to hear him, but I very much enjoy whenever he makes an appearance somewhere else and I get to listen to him.
I had only planned on watching this video for a bit, but got sucked in and watched the whole thing. Great job.
I stumbled upon this int and am now subscribing Ariel. So authentic and fascinating. The parts where Dan really dives into his mental health and becoming an adult and finding happiness, going through something that may be similar personally in my own life, from a mental health and career standpoint, it just really resonated with me. Thank you for this.
I miss Dan and Mina together, they were the perfect big brother/little sister combo. So entertaining
This was amazing. It's definitely the best interview/conversation with Dan I've ever seen.
I completely agree ✅🎯
I just found this show and it’s only the second interview I’ve listened to by Ariel Helwani. Already on my list of favorites! This was an amazing conversation, thank you Dan Le Batard for sharing about yourself, your dad and the path that brought you to where you are today. Thank you Ariel Helwani bringing these amazing conversations.
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Love how honest and open El Bastardo was about his childhood and his relationship with his father.
Great interview. Been with Dan since day one and I mean herald and sports reporters. Just to see his whole career has been awesome. I remember we had a back and forth when he had an incident with Michael Phelps, and he chatting back and forth with me like 2 guys at a bar. Much respect.
Where can we find him now? I havnt seen or heard anything since he left espn...
Listened to you guys everyday while working construction and driving truck Dan has the ear of the people I truly feel like you are a part of my family and if I randomly meet u someday we could talk without even thinking about it you are a great man period
Well said 👍🏾
Great Interview! Respect to the interviewer Ariel. Dan Le Batard my favorite sports personality from those ESPN days when in my opinion it was growing and hit its peak when Highly Questionable for me was a must watch with Dan and His Father.
Thank You for this interview. It was very therapeutic for me on so many levels. I appreciated this interview from so many different areas-from being a Dad, Hispanic male, a cog in the machine, a sports fan with a different perspective rather than just a fanatic, to a human that continues seeking excellence in his craft as I’m about to become a nurse practitioner and associate with human beings and families of all backgrounds. Thank You, keep doing what you’re doing!
Sooo happy to see mostly love in these comments. These guys are trying to entertain but really give you the facts. Love em both!
A true broadcasting legend. In a world rife with separatists in media, Dan is a shining beacon of unity. Forever respect.
race baiting and pandering to an a young overly liberal audience. he wore out his welcome both with his fans and company. he is as unifying as trump
As a 13-year-old Cuban-American reading Dan Le Batard newspaper articles in middle school I was inspired by his way with words and most importantly, his way of making people and even teams feel like my friends. I have wept every time I read his letter to his father when ESPN offered him the studio in Hialeah. I agree with Dan some of the time but I will always love him and what he represented to me as a sports-obsessed kid in Hialeah. This is a great interview Ariel. Cheers!
This is the greatest interview 🙌 ever, I can't get enough of El Bastardo and the iconic "Heelwani AKA El Naris" I've watched this 4 times already and I think I will watch again latter!!!
Thank you both!!
Jajaja
I appreciate this man's depth. You can tell these interactions mean something to him.
This is awesome, respect to Dan I haven’t seen his face in years wondered where he went
UA-cam. I’m like six minutes in they probably say it later but figured I’d drop that so you’re sure now.
No no no they went an started an empire themselves by ESPN is awful..there call Medowlark media now and they are now partners with draft kings for 50 million dollars!
He’s on UA-cam.. The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz.
Great interview Ariel. Dan and McAfee are the best sports shows ever made. LeBatard show is kinda going thru a lil growing pains right now but im confident they will work the bugs out and Im here for it.
Incredible interview. A new fan of Dan. So much soul and heart. Thank you Ariel for yet another classic episode. LOVE THIS CHANNEL!!!!!!
ALOT of you're listeners have come over to listen and watch this interview Dan! Without questions
Lebatard is the 🐐 wish Ariel went to Meadowlark!
This is a really good interview cuz it feels exceptionally relatable to me
glad you enjoyed it
How THE FUCK does ariel always seem to get the best guests. Incredible. Never been a fan of Dan, but man your interviews are A1
Loved this interview, especially as a Cuban immigrant Miami boy myself!
Lot of respect for both of you
One of the best interviews ever between two greats.
Was By Far , The Best Show On ESPN 📻
Been a Le Batard fan for years now. I did not know follow Ariel, or MMA in general, until around spring 2020 when UFC was the only sport on at the time. I've since developed a love for both. Specifically the way Ariel covers the sport of MMA. To now see both Dan and Ariel in a similar light is magnificent.
23:56 really interesting to see such a direct pithy question bring out unexpected emotion from Dan. Great interview and open interviewee
The snippet in the description for "(and I'm glad we're having it)" puts a smile on my face
:)
such a great interview!!! It was so interesting and appreciating interviewing Dan!!
I love both of these guys and their "interview styles" are great seems like they are taking serious topics and giving them levity but still making the important stuff stick out
24:30 as a First Generation Mexican-American all work did was grow a resentment in me that countered my Pride. I grew up with Pride in how hard my dad worked to give us a better life in the 🇺🇸. Now in my 30 I resent that I got so little time with my dad. I chose not to have children because I couldn't be the reason someone chose to HATE, I couldn't bring a life into this Cold Heartless world.
I doubt your Dad would want that.. the marathon continues. 🏴🏴🏴🚫🏳️
@@that_onearmguyyy4618 there are plenty more where we came from, and my dad is living his life now as I live mine. isn't that what he'd want. I have a choice where he didn't, he get gave me the tools in life be my own man and make my decision. Without his example I couldn't know what true freedom to choose my path was.
One of the commercials came on that literally was to not sign the gambling petition.... HAHA Already signed and sent in.
Great Interview. Such a big fan of Dan and enjoy Ariel's appearances. The level of care Dan has for his crew and audience is rare and why I keep coming back and look forward to the daily podcast. Enjoyed seeing a little deeper dive on what drives Dan and what he is building. THANK YOU DAN, THANK YOU DAN, THANK YOU ARIEL!!
This was so dope. Shoutout to Ariel for getting Dan to answer questions. Rare treat.
Dan was the reason I started my broadcast career. He's always a good listen/watch
I love how Dan is essentially coaching Ariel on his questions as he's being interviewed.
Great job and Happy new year Ariel. looking forward to lots more content this year
thank you! you too!
@@ArielHelwani OMG Heelwani replied to me. Momma! I made it 😀
Great interview, glad I found your channel Ariel.
Two of the only voices in sports I value. Keep up the good work gentlemen!
Jeez! So insightful, enjoyable & 2 of the absolute best!
Phenomenal work, an absolute masterclass, thank you both!
Papi and bomani always had me dead🤣
Yea I wish bomani left espn and went same route of Dan. Unleashed Bo is hilarious without the editing or corporate handcuffs.
Great program. Loved it. Very insightful.
Holy shit this was a damn good interview. I found the parts about ESPN to be very insightful.
thank you
Ariel-"There were no NDA's" Dan-😳
🤣🤣 Hilarious
Ok, not what I was expecting. Great interview showing the human side of the man. 👍👍
One of my favorite interviews!!!
How is this interview not getting the views it deserves??? Great interview with 2 great people!!!!
Interviews like this will be a gold standard in a few years. Ariel, please continue to dabble outside the window of MMA and Wrestling but never leave either one of them. Thanks
Another fantastic interview. I thoroughly enjoyed this one.
This was soooo good. awesome job Ariel
The best one yet, Ariel.
Omg Dan being interviewed? This is gonna be a gem. 🤓💖
Great interview. Love you both
thank you!
What a fun interview. Great job! And thank you for getting dan to do this
Saw Dan with his then girlfriend at Beale street music festival. They looked so happy. Best wishes Dan!
Love the interviews Ariel
Helwani promoting better help! It’s an amazing service!
I agree! thanks!
Love both of you guys. The bravery to do what you guys did is admirible. Keep it up gentlemen.
Dan the Man!!! Viva Papi… first Ariel interview of substance that I’ve seen
Great interview!
Thanks for asking the avid river rafter if he wants to be a Dad. Papi wants grandkids!!
Dan - one of the all time greats. Thanks for this interview, Ariel.
this is so cool to finally hear dan answer the questions
This was a awesome interview. So great!!!
Had no idea the complexity that lies within Dan Le Batard. Outstanding interview!!
Always enjoyed Dan’s shows
Le Batards pop father was excellent, always stole the show
You, Dan LeBetard and Ariel Helwani are a few of the reasons I advocate for Universal Basic Income UBI.
Working for money should be a choice and not a necessity. A person have leverage and be able to be fully creative when income does not come from an employer...
Well, that was awesome.
Great interview of the greatest interviewer ever. Ariel killed it!
Love this interview! Both of you Outstanding 💪🙏
I can't wait I love this guy and papi Def a goat
Best part was learning Dan was born in Chilltown JC. I wonder how different he would be if he stayed in JC. Knew there was a reason why I always enjoyed him.
Great interview. Love hearing about the doubt in regards to going out on your own and starting a business
Two 🐐🐐
Thanks for this Ariel. 👋
His interviews with chael are legendary
That was a damn good interesting interview. Happy I watched that.
GREAT 👍 INTERVIEW. THANKS 🙏
Dan is the man
GREAT INTERVIEW
Chaels highlights ragging on this guy are classics
Excellent interview. Real colorful journalists are rare anymore
Thank you Dan.
Thank you Dan. Thank you Dan. Thank you Dan.
Awesome interview!
This was so good
Great interview was not a huge fan of Dan but after this interview you can only hope he succeeds in the future. Shout out to papi the goat
Dan just explained my entire adulthood. I'm still not willing to sacrifice my freedom to do as I please for a woman, let alone a child. It's incredibly selfish, but I love my lifestyle.
Two legends
i loved chael and dan going back and forth
Dan is THAT dude......
El Bastardo is fun and all, but he's really El Valiente. Great interview.
and not just because of the plymouth valiant his dad drove him to school in.
dan remembers the Mets, we remember dano, papi is a mets fan, lived on Long Island for a lil too, something bad happened idk dan neverrr talks about his times in ny, every nyer reps ny, dan resents ny for some reason
Ariel Helwani is back on UA-cam after 4 years 😱
cap
Helwani is becoming the Roy Firestone of this generation ... Respect