Opinion: Dana White, a Man Who Always Stood Against Cancel Culture, Finally Succumbed to It With His Peloton Outburst

In the octagon, fighters showcase their skills, but when it comes to verbal sparring, Dana White takes the lead. The UFC CEO never hesitates to put his beliefs and opinions forward, no matter how controversial they might be. His comments have triggered a polarizing response from the general public numerous times. However, it seems like the UFC head doesn’t care!

For a long time, White has taken a strong stand against cancel culture. However, it seems like Dana White is suddenly a part of the cancel culture himself!

When Dana White appeared on Theo Von’s podcast

In a recent episode of Theo Von‘s ‘This Past Weekend’ podcast, Dana White engaged in a riveting conversation with Von. The pinnacle of their discussion arrived when Von disclosed his unsatisfactory encounter with Peloton. White’s frustration escalated when he learned that Peloton withdrew its ads following Robert F. Kennedy Jr.‘s appearance on the podcast.

In an outburst, White expressed incredulity at Peloton’s objection. “Peloton, what do they sell, f—ing… stationary bikes?” His expletive-laden tirade continued as he questioned Peloton’s decision. “Are you f—ing kidding me?”

Unexpectedly, White declared the expulsion of Peloton bikes from his gym. In a surprising turn of events, the UFC CEO later confirmed the removal of Peloton bikes from UFC gyms. Apparently, he replaced them with Echelon bikes. This announcement was shared with fans via White’s Instagram story. Is the removal of Peloton bikes from UFC gyms similar to the whole ‘cancel culture’ Dana White stands against? Many fans wonder.

Dana White’s stance against cancel culture

UFC CEO and Power Slap League founder Dana White, known for his unfiltered views and bold decisions, is never afraid to address his critics head-on. In a past interview with OutKick’s Mike Gunzelman, White talked about this. He revealed his plans for a documentary targeting media personalities who have opposed him.

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“I’m making a documentary about the media. I can’t wait to put it out. Where I’m calling people out by name, the publication they work for… I can’t wait,” he said. With a stern tone, White expressed his anticipation for this passionate project, signaling a proactive stance against his detractors. Moreover, he criticized the prevailing cancel culture mentality. “It’s like this whole cancel culture thing and all the things that are going on in this world today. You, and you alone decide your fate,” he said.

“You don’t let these outside forces come in, and all the noise and all the BS knock you off track from what you want to do,” he added. Apparently, it seems like White never liked the idea of canceling people. But with his recent actions, some fans might argue that he is slowly becoming a part of the culture!

When Dana White defended Joe Rogan from cancel culture

In a JRE episode last year, Dr. Robert Malone discussed COVID-19-related subjects with Joe Rogan. This conversation stirred a massive controversy. Further, it led to a backlash, with medical professionals penning an open letter to Spotify. In the letter, they urged the platform to moderate misinformation. Further, they specifically targeted the ‘Joe Rogan Experience’ podcast.

Later, Rogan himself also acknowledged the criticism. Despite this, UFC CEO Dana White staunchly opposed any move to cancel Joe Rogan’s podcast. “You’re not canceling Rogan,” he said. White defended Rogan, praising his intellect, research diligence, and expertise.

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“He’s a brilliant guy, he does his homework, and he knows what he’s talking about”. When confronted about the open letter, White affirmed awareness that approximately 200 to 250 doctors had expressed concerns regarding JRE. However, this did not stop the 54-year-old from taking a stand for his friend.

Did Dana White give into the cancel culture?

After years of opposing the cancel culture, his recent move shocked many fans and UFC enthusiasts. Those who know Dana White understand that the UFC CEO is always against boycotting entities over personal opinions. However, his decision to remove Peloton bikes from UFC gyms might just be that!

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Is the UFC CEO now a part of the cancel culture? Only Dana White can tell. What are your opinions about this? Was he right to take such stern actions against the stationary bike company? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.