Dana White on Trump, masculinity and bringing UFC to the White House | Newsmakers

Wrestling

السنة2026

المدة24m

شاهد الآن

7.8

When Donald Trump celebrated his imminent return to the White House on election night in November 2024, a parade of high-profile supporters joined him on stage. They included Dana White, the president and CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, the multi-billion dollar mixed martial arts organization, which will host a fight on the South Lawn of the White House on June 14. In this episode of NPR’s Newsmakers, White sat down with Steve Inskeep to discuss the growth and success of UFC, political polarization and masculinity in the Trump era. ---------------------------- NEWSMAKERS takes you face to face with the person of the moment. This interview series brings the biggest names in politics, business, sports, arts, and culture out of the headlines and into the interview chair to discuss the mark they’re making on the world. SUBSCRIBE to our channel and never miss an episode: WATCH more Newsmakers episodes: ---------------------------- SUBSCRIBE TO OTHER NPR CHANNELS NPR Music: NPR Podcasts: Planet Money: Wild Card: Fresh Air: ---------------------------- FOLLOW NPR ELSEWHERE Instagram: TikTok: Facebook: ---------------------------- The NPR shows you love are possible thanks to your support. Donate today: