On July 17, 2014, we took a stroll around Dublin with Conor McGregor. This interview was shot two days before McGregor's return fight in Dublin versus Diego Brandao.
In the interview, McGregor talks about his rise in popularity, his humble beginnings, how his career almost never was, his future plans, and much more.
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Who else misses this version of Conor 😢
Me bro
Hes still awesome what a legend truly overdelivered in his promise true fighting Irish man what he achived for his family and coutry if phenomenal
never been a fan of conor, but pre-mayweather conor was def a much more sufferable person
u also notice this is before he developed that stupid chest puffed, incredible hulk wannabe walk
@@nunyabizwacks6711 why are u on here lol
That version of Conor was truly inspirational
Sucks that he lost himself. The prime connor would of spoke against hes current state.
@@UCAP When he retires he will become wiser and more humble
Regardless of the records, the history of MMA is divided into "Before McGregor and After McGregor".
pre wwe post wwe
Conor and Lesnar
i always say this. Yes conor massively boosted the popularity of the ufc, but the overall product was better in the pre-mcgregor era. Golden days of UFC is late 2000s to early 2010s. Its give or take a bit, but id say it was the best roughly from about 2008 til about 2014
@@mosescuh3644 Lesnar fought 4 times. Not the same at all
@@ron.hertzberghe’s referring to wwe before and after lesnar
We need more of these types of interviews. The format is very laid back, relaxed and you get to walk around and talk as opposed to stare into a camera in a studio. 🙂
There's a small window to grab these guys on their ascension before they become too big to do stuff like this, whether it's because they're way too busy, or crowd would go nuts, or they just don't have any interest in building their profile in a very candid way, which sucks because it's such a good format. I feel like Israel has one or two of these in him before he outgrows it - although he's an Internet kid so maybe he'll always be up for it.
@@360Fov Yeep. Good luck trying to interview these guys like this without the papperozzi LOOL
@@867star exactly lol. this is 2014. sure mcgregor was a star. but compared to now its light and day.
@@StayPrimal so are you
@@360Fov who style bender,?
Connor looks like Ireland's best skateboarder in the beginning
😂😂😂😂
#dapperlife films Conor* you’re not a fan, or you would have spelt his name correctly.
Golden Shot he never said he was a fan.
@@goldenshot7093 Who wants to be the fan of an elderly man sucker puncher?? Tony & Khabib erased this poor guy who dared to beat an old Irish man. Even doesn't respect his homies. Many Irish people are not fans of him anymore, remember the guy poured his whiskey in the toilets after he beat the Irish old man.
Andy Web fl_lck McTapper
Ariels ability to interview is absolutely crazy
cody keane no. you just don't have the ability.
LuuG F Why would i say someone is crazy good at something if i was as good, are you simple?
Because he actually lets Conor speak, instead of interrupting him every second like some interviewers.
@luug f
BlackBeardPlays "blackbearplays" tragic name
man what an amazing interview
Ranton RAAAAAAANTON?!?!
Macaroniii
rantonii ?
@Kevin Suwandi m 88888888
@@a.monsoor1321 u888
Dude was an absolute animal at 145.. we can’t ask Conor for anything more he’s done it all given us one of the greatest runs in fight history. time to give this man his flowers 💐 👑
He could have done more tho. He was at his peak but then got caught up in the money. He did great things yeah but I feel we also missed out on more. He had 3-4 great years
@@GoGetYourShineboxdef but generational wealth he also achieved
@@GoGetYourShinebox Yes no doubt..nowadays conor is also a better fighter than he was here but if you are super rich nothing can make you hungry enough to fight as you should
Connor is an extremely loyal human being. Ariel backed him when he first started his career and now he's giving back. What a wonderful relationship.
Rurouni Kenshin batosai
Rurouni Kenshin loyal...? You must not personally know any loyal people... The man's cheated on his woman countless times... Stop with the bullshitter you know nothing about.
Daniel McKnight really? He cheated?
They aren't married
@@danielmcknight9564 no proof
This is hands down the best interview I've seen. It's genius in a simplistic way: walking and talking about life and ambition.
Robin jackson That's not genius please stop contributing to the casual use of word that describes anything but casual
I wasn't referring to wordplay homie.. I'm simply talking about the simple way in which the interview started. From a physical standpoint. Your frame of reference is limited from the jump with anyone but yourself g.. Understanding.
Hell yeah
Ariel is the goat of interviewing, he doesn’t just talk he listens and shows some much respect for Connor and Dublin.
Some much respect, well said
It's a shame Dana banned him. That has to be the pettiest move Dana Pillsbury Doughboy White has done his entire tenure as UFC President.
too bad he sold out to ESPN and defamed Gina Carano.
@@joebenson528 the UFC as an overall product is the most generic and least exciting its ever been since the ESPN signing.
this is the first isee him do such good interviews i had only seen the videos where hes portrayed as an annoying interviewer. very strange. i wonder what changed?
23:50 "Secure my families future" And that's exactly what Conor has done. Respect the man.
Positivity, visualization, hard work... anyone can be a Conor McGregor, just go get it. He's an inspiration.
yes he is!!! people don't get his mind is what makes him great, (bulletproof mind)
@Ker facts
No anyone has what it takes, otherwise everybody would do it.
Before conor became a coked up pensioner beater
Mtpimenta its easy to do! But its even easier not to do! - Jim Rohm
Ariel really is unique in his ability to carry out these interviews
For real, dana is a douche he try to get rid of ariel !
Martin James Ariel gets on my nerves sometimes, but I guess he's ok overall. I'd sure like to be walking around Dublin with Conor!
he is a really good listener
It's because he is a real human, he doesn't act starstruck, he treats people like normal human beings with more than normal stories, and he prepares for interviews. Real professional Ariel, best interviewer/journalist in any sport.
He gives great context around his questions, that's why
I always come back to this video to remind myself it will all be worth it in the end.
That Connor, that's the right Connor, focused, respectfull , just a kid with an ambition, hungry for glory and humble
Agreed also it's Conor, not Connor
Look how far he's come in just over 2 years...incredible. A prime example that hard work pays off, inspiring.
There are exceptions to every rule, but for the most-part hard work pays off, that's undeniable.
+joyfulvulture You really are stupid. All I'm doing is acknowledging how far Conor's come in 2 years...you can't even appreciate a person's hard work and success without being called a 'fanboy' these days. If it's any consolation I wanted Nate to win the second fight, but I respect Conor. And btw, Conor will always be more successful than you, even if he gasses after 2 rounds.
***** You seem emotionally damaged...I understand you're jealous of Conor but there's really no need, everyone can be successful. You seem like one of those typical internet haters that insists they don't like someone (in this case, Conor), but yet watch all their videos. Get a grip.
To be fair, all other fighters in the UFC are working just as hard. At least all the top 5s in their respective divisions. Genetics have been kind to Conor. Long reach for his height. Amazing spatial awareness and distance management etc. A mouth that sells PPVs and a bit of luck like every fighter has.
Sangerino That is true tbf, I was just acknowledging how far he came. He's definitely got a natural advantage with the reach and power.
This is a fantastic video. This is the real Conor behind the facade he puts on for the press. He's everything a man should be; over-the-top confident, works incredibly hard, accepts challenges, handles adversity, well dressed, unshakable frame, always thinking positively, visualizing his future, never underestimating his worth, and of course talented.
Hard work beats talent. Connor works hard. That's why he's talented. It's just work & knowing your outcome. Hold on to the vision. Stand in your truth. Know. Your. Outcome.
Lets say a there is a man who has every single characteristic you just listed. Absolutely ripped, confidence through the roof, dripping in Versace fabrics, eats problems for breakfast, and his first word as a baby was “success.” Then you have a woman who is literally the lowest of the low judging by the equivalent desirable gender characteristics for females. You listed the main ones for males. What ab females? Nurturing, independent, billionaire CEO, anything less than kim kardashian or any top model wont cut it. Those are the only women who can get guys like that. The women who expect a guy with all that but literally have absolutely nothing to offer will get a bug slap in the face by reality later in life its sad
Who else was listening and scrolling through the comments at the same time
me lol
Ahmad Ali I thought I was the only one!😆
Yup
HahHa. ur all fools
me.
McGregor's restaurant idea sounds like heaven to my ears.. a fighter based menu.. UFC events playing. UFC memorabilia on the walls.. let me get one in my town!!!
He did it
Mystic mac strikes again
I thought this was a recent video 😭
Jack Lidge same but still nice to get a little insight into his thoughts
SupremeSML yeah true, I'm still watching it though 💪🏽
It was good to see Conor in his raw form, before he fully made it.
Finished it too
Jack Lidge nah He was still at 145, look how lean he looks
Ariel Helwani the myth, the legend! What a *_fantastic_* interviewer, he's a real asset to the MMA press. Added bonus: his uncle's the handsome tiger in human flesh himself, Gad 'The Gadfather' Saad.
In Gad we trust
haha didnt joe rogan start that nickname?
He works for himself. I think you're referring to a 24 hour ban he was given to attending 1 promotions fights after breaking news story.
McGregor got me into MMA. I love the sport now but he got me into it. To watch his journey was incredible. Excited me for fights like nobody else has or likely will again.
i love the part where he said that somewhere down the line he wanted a 5 round war. And when Ariel asked him who could give that to him he said nobody. And then he said, "at least in the featherweight division." Which is totally true because he mopped the floor with every featherweight he fought. It wasn't until he fought diaz at 170 that he got his 5 round war. It just shows how good this guy is at assessing and predicting things. Everything he visualizes is so accurate and it all almost happens to a tee.
I love how he listens and seems interested to what Connor has to say, i barely watch any interview over 10 mins but i watched the whole thing and enjoyed it. Grade A interview.
Yeh bc hes a big old conor DICKERRIDER aside that hes a Wiesel hater i totally agree with dana GET RID OF THIS GUY i cant stand him
Deep listening 🔥🔥🔥
Brian Bannon pathetic
He sucks connor's dock all the time
@@willemp6330 yes, Conor is
Wow, watched the whole thing and didn't even realize an hour went by. Great interview.
"I am who I am, from, who I am. It's just the way I am" - Conor McGregor 2014
Him and Popeye : I AM WHAT I AM... 😁
The man being interviewed here is no more.
When Ariel's shoes came into shot 😬😬😬
Bodyslammingpixels lol I'm like wtf😂
Was thinking the same thing xd
ikr i was like, WHAT ARE THOSEEEEE 😂
hahahaha
Bodyslammingpixels lol right on
One of my favourite mcgregor videos, Ariel you are a master at what you do.
Irish1Ellen Thank you.
Irish1Ellen fax
Irish1Ellen so again with you
@Bad Boy he ain't a bum but khabib is a great fighter
This was hands down one of the best interviews I’ve ever seen. That alarm, so much heart, so persistent
i'd really love to see this man back. gotta admit he's been shying away from some serious challenge but he's still got those skill set that brought to the top. don't care if he wins or losses i just wanna see this man compete in mma again on a regular basis
I want a day in life with Conor McGregor where you see his nutrition, training how he relax and see what he does all day
JaxxoDam I like seeing the fighters behind the scenes and the products they use, but it's the training and hard work that makes them what they are.
JaxxoDam look up the embedded series
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He has sex for about 18 hours
+Callum Addams And wanks for 6
Love him or hate him, its so crazy to look back and see how right he was about how his future went :)
It was his destiny to become a ufc champion. Legend
Sean Bradley Listen to the stuff he says about "wanting a 5 round war somewhere down the line" and that he "doesn't think anyone in the featherweight division can give it to him thou". Unbelievable how it's all happening like that!
He created his ''destiny'' and predicted his future by making it.
Sean Bradley he's a legend.Absolutely a genius
Getting chocked out by 2 mexicans (Diaz and Ferguson) and being smashed by the russian bear, Khabib... Yeah, very lovely future
What a great person. He deserves everything he fights for. Well done on your win to make UFC history and claim 2 belts in 2 weight classes. From Australia
Conor always 💯 real doesn't avoid avoid any subject fully detailed and answers calmly.
"Outwork the fear" of relying on other people for financial support... Truer words were never spoken.
Even though this is old, I appreciate an hour long video on the king himself! EIRE!
This was posted an hour ago ! Wtf you talking about old ?
Steve Chavez The video is from July 2014 pendejo.
just look how mcgregor his skinny , this weight was at featherweight for sure
MrHump13 same here man. 👌🏾
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I am not a Conor fan at all, but this is one of the best interviews I've ever seen. Whenever I feel like quitting sports I watch this and am inspired by Conors words and passion which fuels me to keep going.
It's been a couple years but this remains a classic free-flowing, conversational interview. One of the best. Conor really has the Irish predisposition for gab. Areil does a great job.
Watched Conor grow to a superstar in front of my eyes. First time I saw this guy was in an interview in 2013, had not yet seen him fight but the way he spoke captivated me, his mind was that of an intelligent man and I was intrigued. It's great to see this, sometimes looking at Conor now as great and entertaining as he is its always nice to go back to the essence. The early days. The kid from Dublin with big dreams on his way to smash the game and the whole of pop culture. Became a fan and put this guy as a wallpaper across all social media and nobody at the time knew who he was. I'm glad the rest of the world saw what I did that day I was sitting alone on the computer and stumbled across an interview. Though I like to call all new fans bandwagoners lol
Supreme Clientele so u scouted him? lol
You know an Irish person isn't listen to you when they go "yea yea yea"
So True! hahaha brilliant
Yea Yea Yea Yea
yea yea yea.
oh, your right lads,lol.
go way with ya, you don,t say.
34:00 I love that statement in Conor's own words. " I am who I am from just who I am you know it's just they way I am.
one thing with Conor.. he truly believes in positivity, gratefulness, progression, and faith.. he hast stayed the course. #winners
im from the future
He was so different back then but at the same time he was the same if that makes any sense
Thad Campbell Sort of lol
ya he went from having no money to being very rich and famous
Money does that to most people. If it were you or me, i'm sure it would change us too, either conciously or uncociously but it will do that to anyone, maybe it won't change people the same, but it def will.
How do you know he just want money? he didn't even have to take this fight right now, he could've wait til next year, and he would still get the titleshot. the guy has heart of a lion, even if he's not the best fighter in ufc, he definitely is one of the bravest and most risk-taking guy.
He was more realistic, hungry, and down to earth back then.
Shout to his mom for looking out, that’s true love, she saw his potential, mother’s are the true visionaries!
21.37: Only Irish people will get this one. When Conor was talking about working as an apprentice plumber, he referred to the job he was working in as being "out the country". Dublin people think Ireland consists of two places. 1. Dublin. 2. Out The Country (everywhere else). I worked in Dublin years ago and loved it. People knew me as "That work experience student. You know him - Yourman from down the country"! Brilliant time and they were amazing to me.
I love his authenticity
It's mad to think two years later he basically owns Dublin now! 😂😂😂
Right? This wasn't a long time ago.
This was before Dana saved his bum life
Half of Dublin has never even heard of McGregor or MMA. Gobshite.
SRM geonerd calm down yes they have.
***** Hahaha. . Is that the best you can do? Brainless little skangbag. .
This is honestly one of the best interviews conducted Ariel; huge fan & admire everything youve done!
This man always seems to bring out the best in McGregor, I enjoy their conversations.
From unironed 'Ready' $20 T-shirts to Thousands of dollars suits and 6 figure watches, the rise is astounding.
RobTortureWright he was already rich before
International Jujuman what fall?
@International Jujuman little rat
@International Jujuman I reckon you don’t actually recall what a bloody nonce is Conor is far from such a thing
Ariel those shoes.... you have a wife...kids...
Ikr
Bryan A I
When?
lmfao.
seems legit, subbed
I had given up on the UFC.... until I saw a clip of McGregor fighting...as far as I'm concerned he single handedly redeemed the whole sport.
Loved listening to this, particularly about his struggles and overcome. This guy is just a lot more relatable after this interview.
Definitively a Hall-of-Fame interview that shall be popular with MMA fans in generations to come. Great stuff gentlemen!
Ariel has the skill to ask important questions according to how an interview "transitions". Rarely interupting a guest, he allows the story to get told "first person". Conor is an extraordinary young man, clearly evident in this interview. An hour long, but so appreciated.
I can't go a day without hearing from Conor very inspiring good motivation
"i do want a good five-round war down the line" "so who do you think can give that to you?" "i don't think there is a guy that can give me a war like that, not in the featherweight division atleast" that aged so well lol, he was right tho
Everything in this interview aged well. Mystic Mac
70 zexii Actually Nate Diaz
Where did this Conor McGregor go? He's so normal and enthusiastic. He's not putting on his media personality here. I wish he would be more like this now, but this doesn't sell as well.
TheSocialNetLurk it's how he is to people he doesn't have to fight
he's still the same...
TheSocialNetLurk This video was created and uploaded at least this month. It's been 5 ish days since this what do you mean where has he gone? Two belts now.
67th Are you really that stupid? This video was filmed years ago. Did you even watch it?
TheSocialNetLurk hes not trying to hype a fight here its not about him alone and his love for the fight game Ask him today he will still be the same
A double breasted suit with jeans. What are you doing Ariel?
Reece Beauchamp and those green shoes.. wow
With neon green colored sneakers to boot!
he should have been arrested for outraging public decency
^^^^^^ OST SWEINEN**** >> Here is Spotted him
Reece Beauchamp. It is called business
I remember watching this interview the day it came out..I think I'm one of the rare ones that has been a Conor fan since cage warriors..prob one of the most inspiring people I've followed in my life
same
Same try 32
The balance between his wild promos and this side of Conor was why he had so many fans back then. It's sad that he's lost this side of himself
Still the man brother
Crazy how he is kind of a different more brash version of himself today but you can see here the younger determined McGregor a couple years ago had a phenomenal attitude and knew what he was truly capable of . He is a very intelligent guy a lot of people over look that .
My two favourite people in the MMA world. Absolute gem of a video, Helwani is a fantastic interviewer and Conor is great at being Conor
Love him or hate him this man is an inspiration that hard work and believing in your self can get you any where you want in your life #teammcgregor for life
He is so real, what you see is what you get 100%...
I'd love to have an updated version of this to see how much more confident he is.
This man is motivation for all fighters all over the world , the real motivation!
MrNgalani truth. you related to Alain ?
Conor does an amazing interview and you see the real man that he isshine through..
Watching this in November 2021. The come up is always the best. Great times.
Like wine, this art has aged well.
Consider it done.
from nothing, to something, to everything.
To sucker punching an old man and breaking your hand.
@@wesker1079 lol
Sylar that was publicity was fake
@@whatagiiggle2209 doubt it bro.
Sylar it’s to bring him back into tabloids and lime light for his return pretty certain a could be wrong was just what a was led to believe m8
This fanboy mcgregor is the Conor that the community fell in love with, the person who stood in front of his home crowd & inspired people, he spoke truth, he achieved the unthinkable, & now he has to try visualise himself before this successful career & think about what he is doing it for, to live to achieve dreams, be the best fighter in the world. If he beats cerrone I think it would be crazy if he could fight at Celtic football stadium, in Scotland of course but the Irish are just two steps away, it would be the best atmosphere any MMA fan would see.
What a delight this is for the fans. It is great to see a softer side to Conor. Well done Airel.
Kinda prophetic with him talking about how he wants both the early seconds KO and the 5 round war down the line. I guess he got both with Aldo and Diaz2.
Conor seriously dropped some motivational bombs during the interview
Who's here after Conor beat Cerone?
It was a good fight, wished it lasted longer tho
Yep I’ve come from the future round 2, 3rd min knockout, mark my word, great victory for him.
Doctor stoppage
What a fight! Probably one of the best that I have seen
@@lewisjh8962 Indeed all. It was nice to see the old Conor again.
This is one of the best interviews I've ever seen.
This is a great interview. So candid and real. Learnt so much about Connor in this one.
Conor looks like a fun guy to hang with. Nerdy yet badass
A nerd of the fight game
nerdy wtf? ???
Thanks for the inspiration ! And the upload ! Amazing interview . Humans .
watches this at work and hearing conor talk about his visualization techniques and how he used the law of attraction is amazing
@c1981 lmaoo who crushed your dreams man😂😂 and let’s say i spent why whole like believing in a “scam” i still lived my life HAPPY, Thought positive thoughts and treated people the right way and say it all fails and isn’t real i didn’t lose anything.. on the other hand i’m under the assumption of your random, negative comment and u lived ur life being a hater and living on the negative side of the spectrum, thinking you know something nobody else does and thinking your right and smarter than everyone.. in a way we both think the way we go about life is right and works for us so we both aren’t wrong tbh
51:40 He knew something like DIAZ II was coming, amazing
Thanks for the content, Ariel. Best reporter in the biz.
Greatness recognizes greatness. Nothing else to say. Perfect and inspirational interview!
"You can either let it eat you up or you can eat it up." Dude spits out motivation like an Irish Patton.
Ah the Attitude era, It's like he brought it to MMA lol. Hard to knock like the guy.
Not so hard now.
i never did like him, even during this time, but i will say he was a much more sufferable person during this era than he is now
Imagine them trying to film this interview in dublin today
Conor McGregor the icon!! The excitement he creates for his fights is next level, from the press conference to the event, his star power and charisma is unmatched, a true global superstar. He truly changed the sport of MMA, helped it grow into a global phenomenon, only one Notorious Conor McGregor 👏👏👏
you really get a sense of how long Conor's arms are in this video, as their swinging by his side while dressed in normal clothes. A large armpsan to body height ratio helps a lot in MMA.
yup, just look at Jon Jones. 6'4 with a 7 foot wingspan. Has a bball players build. Thats why i always say if mma ever starts paying enuff to attracting NBA type caliber athletes, it will be a whole different story. Just imagine if someone like Lebron or Giannis had trained mma their whole lives instead of bball. Would easily be heavyweight champ stacked up against the current heavyweight rosters
So glad conor has humbled himself again. And today he beat the cowboy in great style..got to admire the guys guts. .
look at conor back in the day.. with dethrone gear on... i like it this way. The conor "all dressed up" is awesome too but this is cool. Relaxed and really cool interview
Great Interview - you can't help but Love this guy
what a guy
Conor really seems like a great guy. people base their opinions on how he is during the press conferences, but thats stupid to do. hes in a totally different state of mind during that, verses how he is in a video like this.
Tai Lopez doesnt mean hes a totally different person
he is humble but the more trash talk you do then the haters will buy more payperviews, he learned from watching mayweather that more people will watch to see if you lose but in the end its more money
Cynthia Preston I lob ew. I fookin lob ew.
And now lol
You're a manbun fuckboi playin touchbutt in the park
Why are you posting this after two years ?!
for views
205 hype
RichChicagoStateOfMind man you've obviously never been to Dublin before. But it's not completely wrong saying his family have more cash than Nate had growing up
he knew he had something and waited for the right moment
Dublin is a dirty little place make no mistake about it, homeless people and heroin junkies and scumbags everywhere, and crumlin where conor grew up I'd known for gang violence, absolutely nothing compared to Kensington or other parts of the world but it's not all sunshine and rainbows either.
Conors a lot more real, innocent and humble here compared to nowadays, thats what fame does.
Manny Jhutty 💯
This is away from the big lights and cameras, of course he sells it to the big media. He's the same person still behind doors
Haddon Donaghue he probably is man, thats why i sense lots more realness back them. but the old era of mcgregor was always my favourite if you get what i mean.
***** i 100% know that, i just feel like he has to up the gimmick everytime theres a press conference and top himself
just like he said, hes trying to secure for his family. he knows talking markets the fight even more. more people = more money = retire earlier.
He was so humble, yet confident... and not arrogant. This was the Conor the people loved. What happened to this guy? Monetary gain and fame gets to the best of us men and women.
How did I miss this? What a great job. Both of you.
Watched the whole thing. I love this style of interview, I've seen both Rampage talks and now this one. I miss this Mcgregor, he has become carried away in recent years. His facade is too thick, I'm not convinced he can give a candid interview like this anymore. I relate to Conor.