Dominick Cruz | Food Truck Diaries | BELOW THE BELT with Brendan Schaub
Brendan meets up with 2-time UFC bantamweight champ Dominick Cruz to enjoy some wings and discuss his upcoming fights, working as an analyst, and more.
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BELOW THE BELT explores the intersection of combat sports and pop culture through the eyes of former fighter, comedian and red carpet host Brendan Schaub. The program discusses the latest news in combat sports and pop culture, with Schaub delivering candid thoughts in his unique and unfiltered style. Below the Belt features interviews with the biggest names in combat sports and entertainment, road trips, fight camp visits, sketches, animation and pop-culture spoofs.
When they were ordering I couldn't help but think of the story Chael Sonnen told about going to Burger King and Cruz ordering a whopper jr and sticking it in his pocket for later.
Lol, that was a good one
Lol loved that story
Local Friend umumm
What? It’s just a junior
Haha, true man! I need to rewatch that part again. 😂
Dear Dominic, Start a podcast. Sincerely, Everyone on the internet.
Id pour hours into his podcasts if he did them.... Imagine him and uncle chael making a duo
He'd be perfect for fighter and the kid that Brendan swaub guy isn't working out
@big boondock Dan Hardy is a boring try hard. Dom is also a try hard but interesting. We don't need 2 try hards being serious for 3 hours. Podcasts with humor are better.
Dude......so true
No thanks. He's got a napoleon complex and it's oozing out.
If Schaub’s hair gets any oilier, we might instill some democracy in it.
@@thequestionableskeptic5562 Jesus christ! How can one be a Virgin and a Dad at the same time.
Every person deserves liberty
Adonai Morales underrated comment 😆
Def starting to appear like a terrorist regime up there on schaubs dome. Better take him some freedom!
super underrated comment.sso funny
No matter what direction Brendan looks the sun is in his eyes
0:00 "he's one of the smartest minds in combat sports.." Me: Yes! Mike perry!
No, mike perry is the blakest in combat sports. u dumb breh
kzhead.info/sun/qdWCn9uvg6OPZ4U/bejne.html
💀💀💀💀🙏
😂😂
Kozmikōcēlōtl You do understand the joke right? This is called SARCASM it’s funny to intelligent people
they need to invite Dominick more often , his insight is brilliant
Conor got finished in the first round right?
They should bring both DC's (Dom Cruz, Daniel Cormier). They work so well together.
More like 4th
@Notification Bell how is it a prediction when the fight happened in 2018?
To food trruck or UFC commentary ?
Why do I feel like Cruz is going to be the ultimate coach. I can just picture him old, coaching multiple champions one day. He really fits it all if only he persues it.
"Depression is a selfish emotion" god damn boy. Love that. I don't think it's always that simple but holy shit do many ppl need to hear that. I still remember the day I started thinking like that.
@Dredd King "I don't think it's always that simple but holy shit do many ppl need to hear that". While I respect your disdain for my statement, I understand that it's not always the case but many people claim depression without any significant chemical imbalance is what I believe Dom and I are referring to. Moreso sadness or a deep need for fulfillment. Hope you have a nice day :)
@Dredd King 99% of depression is because of circumstance. Ask yourself this: "Would I feel like this if I was living my dream, sitting on the beach in the sunshine and free to do whatever I want?" If the answer to that is no, then your depression is not caused by a chemical imbalance. (The solution is accepting your current circumstance and getting to work changing it.)
@@jwst8 Just the fact that he used the term emotion instead of sickness means alot in my opinion.
@@FREEDOMFORUKRAINE2024 99% eh? sources for this data? ""Would I feel like this if I was living my dream, sitting on the beach in the sunshine and free to do whatever I want?" If the answer to that is no, then your depression is not caused by a chemical imbalance." You have fallen foul to the illusion of human desire, in our minds our happiness is always contingent upon having something we don't already possess (and this is a necessary neurological mechanism that motivates us). In reality, it doesn't work this way and in fact, possessing everything you ever dreamed of can have a negative effect on your happiness (if you don't believe me, take a look at all the celebrities that achieved their life goals and then embarked on a downward spiral, Tyson Fury is a good example). You also seem to be of the opinion that a "chemical imbalance" and circumstantial discontent are mutually exclusive. Every single aspect of your consciousness is contingent upon chemical brain states, so you could technically ascribe a chemical imbalance as the cause for any negative subjective experience even that of fleeting circumstantial dissatisfaction. The bottom line is depression is complex, and a myriad variables specific to each individual case could contribute to it. To arbitrarily claim that 99% of people just need to "work on changing their circumstances" is short sighted and not helpful.
Dom's mistaking sadness with depression.
“And I’m feeding him the best god damn chicken wings you’ve ever seen”- ... and then orders shrimp and catfish 💀
Saul was thinking the SAME thinf
Was just gonna say this, beat me to it hahah 😂
I totally caught that and was like uhhh whhaaaa? Lol
Yea wtf is that about lol
AND you know their food is cold.
" depression is a selfish emotion. " - Dominick Cruz
jordi higuera ...CTE is a personal choice
if only it was that simple
Shit was Deeeeeeeeepp
@@PotatoGawds in a way it is that simple once u set yourself outside of that own self depression you realize that it was no one but yourself who did that to you
@@luisanaya9327 facts brotha
"We have a lot more to give than we ever lost" - Dominick Cruz 2020
The way they laugh when they said Chael was preparing for Jones, "doesn't matter who was coaching him!" Hahaha
I was looking for this HAHA so great. I was in west Linn watching him in the 4th round against Silva telling folks what's he gonna do knock'em out no way! Submit him nahh! Almost got that decision though, would have been the most amazing mismatch victory in history!
“Conor got finished in either the 1st or 2nd” Schaubs cte must be infectious
U can thank cody for that
😂😂
U mean cruz'
dominik leopold No he didn’t
dominik leopold no he means Brendan’s is contagious
I was literally about to comment “I want Dom to write a book so bad.” And then he said eventually I’ll write a book. Lol Great response Dominick.
He can write a book on his rationale for how his infamous commentary on the Conor vs. Khabib fight was valid, alone.
@Mike Perry 🤣 wtf?
I'm gonna get you Dominick. - Jon Jones
Mike Perry Jon “Juiced to the Bones” Jones
Steven Schwope wack!
The perfect fighter would have Dominick Cruz's brain & Yoel Romeo's body
That's a weird way to say Paulo Costa.
@@dondraper4438 lol fugg no
@@dondraper4438 are you the real internet historian?
@@thugnastyufc1648 I am a little confused by what you mean.
His name is Yojiro Hanma
“We’re about to have the best god damn wings!.....I’ll have the catfish.”
This is like a conversation between a college professor and high school student.
Haters
And then we have all the little preschoolers hating on success
@@Burt_Sampson nobodies hating on success though? The comment is purely about knowledge of mma. In which dom is one of the goats and Brendan.. isn't
TheDonofthsht76 - yeah he might not be an mma genius but he is an expert
Not going to lie it felt like the 1st or 2nd.
Here I am depressed af and Dom dropping truth bombs about mindset... Thanks, man. I needed that.
Wilson ! Get well son blessings
Wilson ! Get wil son!
Get well done
I use to be super depressed. You couldnt get much farther down then i was. I literal didnt do anything for two years but work. I went from having many friends and associates to none. I gained about 50 lbs. Became overweight. Never left the house but not because i have fun stuff to do inside. I dislike tv and videos gsmes only entertain me for a short period of time. It was complete self isolation. Then one day i realized it was all in my head. I was feeding off the sadness to make myself feel better in a screwed up way. I was using self pity and watching the workd go around me without me in it. The day you realize you are doing it to yourself is the day you become strong enough to beat it. And the truth is those scars will always be there. Nothing will take away those years and thoughts but hiding in ny house, afraid to live life was just cowardice and it solved nothing. Sadly, too many people deign this basic truth because its too hard for them to accept they put themselves in the position they are in. Its much easier to say im depressed than it is to say, i have to fight through these tough times to make it out. There are days when a song comes on the radio that i wanna hide inside and loath in self pity, but i dont. I get up and get shit done. I just wish i would have known this before.
born free beautiful champ
Brendan is like that high school acquaintance you run into at home, you're both cool with each other, in fact you'd probably be friends if you were closer but you're just not and for some reason and it makes things awkward.
The difference in intelligence here makes this look like Of Mice and Men.
LOL
Jonathan Orlowski haha perfect comparison, haha, underrated comment
Damn bro, that's a pretty brutal literary reference.
George
Yea it's going "uh yea yea yes huh yea"
Dominick Cruz is something special. A hidden philosopher
Did you see Dominick establish under hooks when he hugged Brendon
Gavin Clouser he did it to Assert his dominance....
Best comment hands down lmao
LOLLL!!!!
Local Friend have a laugh dude. Jesus
casual complaints jokes on you he was joking “dumb ass”
Dom is an extremely emotional person. The subtle nuances in his eyes say a lot about who he is as a person. I have the upmost respect for him.
“Giving the best wings ever”...nobody orders wings
Ikr
I actually really wanted to see the wings 🥺
How did you miss it 😂
Krispy And Clean yeah they get the wings at the end but nobody ordered wings at first like I said
Best wings ever that nobody orders and magically they're both eating wings... wtf is this lmao
“Mcgregor got finished by Khabib in the 1st or 2nd round right?” 🥴🥴🥴🥴 ... 4th, Dominick...
Even worse that Brandon couldn’t answer it
Maybe he meant Diaz
Right.... dom Cruz is the WORST analyst. Anytime he’s on it’s always a cringe
Joseph Walker he wasn’t commentating for the Diaz fight
Conor got his ass smashed
Dom Cruz actually looks a lot like a young Tom Cruise
He looks more like Dustin Hoffman in Rainman
Tominick Cruise
At 135 he's probably bigger than little Tom Cruz
But hell beat Tom cruise fuckin ass lol
Garrett Littleton no way. Tom Cruise by Scientology round 2
He looks like Tom cruise. Only taller..
Tom Cruise's son bro.....lol
Tom Cruz
Dom cruz
Tominic cruise
the funniest comment I have seen in a while. THANKS for the laugh!
19:30 man I love dom. What a real one talking about what depression is..
12:24 - Brendan was super excited thinking he came up with a cool metaphor and Dom didn't even acknowledge it lmao
Eli Elikoo lmao
underrated comment. i love how dom actually put his back against the wall.
The 6 dislikes are Team Alpha Male
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂.....I'm dead.
@@imyourrealdad.6071 are you really dead from that casual comment? I mean it's kinda funny but dead? 🤔
😂😂😂🤣
Brandon Smith “cAuSuaL cOmMenT” now that’s a casual comment buddy
I've been a big Faber fan since WEC but he's pretty much won me over lol
Dominick was real quick to stop him when he said “a big Henry cejudo fight” 😂😂😂
I'm pretty sure poor Brendan doesnt know what the fuck an oxymoron is.
he ain’t stopping him now that there fighting the 9th 😂
Riley Spencer Ray 😂
This Billy Joel quote sums up Dominick to me: "I am, as I'v said, merely competent. but in an age of incompetence, i am extraordinary."
Gay
Brendan schaub: I don’t read the comments Cruz: you’re pretty smart Schaub: KZhead comments will disagree
Best comment i've ever read
@@zaqqqqq Agreed
@@zaqqqqq not
Cruz seems so nice, he’s even acting like Schaub is a real comedian
omgjimmyboy Schaub just blew his cover, not like anyone believed that he didn’t read comments
39:39 Dominic called Brendan smart and dumb at the the same time 😂😂
He disguised the dumb comment so Schaub wouldn't notice just like he disguises his takedowns with his feints.
Ramin Guy hahahahahahahaha
I'd love to see Dominick whip up on Henry BUT I want to see him avenge his loss to cody. The amount of disrespect he showed Dom needs to be answered. That's my opinion.
Egzacktlii
Nah cody lost to tj 2 times in a row I dont think he needs his 3rd loss in a row dont do cody like that 😂
Dominick is one of my favorite fighters, but I don’t think he would be able to do that he hasn’t fought in so long. Although he’s came back from long injuries before maybe he’s improved and added new things to his game 🤷♂️
@@bobby9458 ya I'm interested in who he'll fight next and how hes gonna look
Cody is Dom's krypronite. Dom beats everyone at 135 right now besides Cody
"Lemme also get a Junior Whopper with that?"-Dominick Cruz
a real life george and lennie
Underrated comment👊
Lol I just imagined Cruz shooting Brendan with a gun
@@Ramin2340 a blast from a water gun would knock Schuab out.
Dom is so smart it's hard for a guy like me to even understand him... I mean here I was thinking Conor lost in the 4th rd... I'm so dumb...
TimSaidthat damn I was thinking the same thing also I could of swore that kabib did get tired from all that and lost the first ever round of his MMA career. Oh well must have dreamt it
@KHABIB TIME!!! hahaha look at this poist fanboy.Get a life.
Dominick Cruz: I'll never forget this. Forgets instantly
13:53 lmao as soon as cejudo is brought up dom roasts him
Dom: 1 plate Brendan: 3 plates and a 24 oz
Punk Boxing Brendan’s a fat kid at heart but also he’s twice Dominic’s size😂😂😂
Didn’t he say he was on a diet in the beginning 😂😂
Might be getting ready for a camp 👀👀👀
Dom 150lbs walk around, Brendan 250lbs walk around. Of course he needs more to eat.
Based on Cheal's recounting of dom I'm surprised he didn't take 3 plates and somehow leave with 5.
"Maybe I've always been this way" Hahaha Brendan was like "whoops"
Brendan has an amazing ability to make a point without ever actually getting to it
He's even more amazing at interrupting the guests as soon as they try to answer his questions.
"When you start focusing on something bigger than you, you realize we have a lot more that we have to give then we have ever lost." Wise words from The Dominator.
Dominick Cruz, the best mind and footwork in MMA.
As the youngsters say today "factoids"
@@user-sk9sp7pe4y GSP'S movement isnt half as good as cruz's. GSP'S career far exceeds doms but as far as movement and possibly fight IQ GSP isnt close
@@cheyennejohnson7107 Well that's because he weighs in 35lbs heavier than Dom. Fight IQ is similar though.
@@jasonh4477 yeah but to say Doms movement amd IQ doesnt compare to gsps is false. Thats what the dude said.
@@cheyennejohnson7107 And to say GSP isn't close in fight IQ is false.
His and Cody's pre fight interviews were my favorite
And him and Faber with bisping and rockhold on the same card . .. insane
Marcus Cole hell fukn yaa !!
I can feel the pain in this guy. Can’t wait for his return, love his perspective on the game
This is one of the best things I've watched/listened to in a long time. I've been a big fan of both of these guys for a long time; however, listening to their conversation especially about depression was really deep. And Dominic was spot on... Loved this!!!
Glad to see Schaub has grown out of his wife's sunglasses
But not her leggings
ISAAC - his wife can get it
You obviously haven't seen yesterday's Fighter and the kid then.
@@poplarbar5059 😆😆😆
CrossFit Leggings for life - Schaub.
Nice to see a father take care for his son Brendan is a good kid
Lol
So. Much. Wisdom. Between. These. Two. Seriously this is a life lesson. Apply it in your own way 💓
Brendan: Dom, you're one of the smartest minds in MMA... Dom: I was commentating the McGregor/Khabib fight and Conor was finished in the 1st or 2nd round... Every MMA fan: Round 4 genius.
Him forgetting something doesn't make him stupid stupid.
@@StallionFernando I never said he was stupid. Was it necessary for you to reply with an insult? I think that was rude.
@@StallionFernando He certainly had a low IQ against Cody.
@Rukh maybe he confused it with Dustin vs khabib
Rukh -- I think he meant to say Conor vs Diaz but said Khabib by accident.
Dom needs his own podcast
Holy shit! That would be amazing!
Yes he's so Smart.
Brendan is like "remember when I got you that job? Lol
Dude he said it to praise dominick and how much he is better then him as a fighter,u can say anything about schaub but he is a good guy.
@@PLANA799 I like him too just a joke.
Still got him job...
Joe Sway we not allowed to joke around now? Damn dude...
Lol
This was great, Dom is the man!! Brendan's interviewing has improved a lot over the years. I still think he could try a little harder to avoid cutting off his guests, and maybe just give the person he's interviewing a little more time to finish their train of thought. There were a couple times where it looked like Dom was going to take the direction of the conversation deeper but didn't get the chance to, like when Brendan was asking him about the the darkness Dom went through when injured. It looked as if Dom was just getting comfortable with the question and Brendan cut him off from elaborating because it looked like that was the end of it.. Anyway that's my constructive feedback lol.
That's a great analysis man, he might be afraid of the awkward silences so he finds a way to transition it. He's just not as smooth as some of the other interviewers. I think for me, one of the best interviewers are Narduwar and Sean Evans because of how knowledgeable they are of their guest how they know when to give them the space to talk. I think not a lot of people know this, but interviewing really takes a lot of patience, from holding on to what you want to say next as an interviewer to making sure they finish answering. I think Joe Rogan is exceptional at doing that. Finally It also requires an ample amount of empathy so that you know if they have said what they wanted to say or their is still something left unsaid and gauging if they're comfortable talking about the subject etc.
Such an amazing episode!! And the way Dom draws you in and it looks like he talks just to you is insane. He could be a great actor
dominick cruz the type of guy to get injured during physical therapy
lmao and what kind of guy are you?
@@chocolatemilk679 I'm the kind of the guy to crack killer jokes on youtube comment sections
ethiopian phenomenon “killer jokes” (x) DOUBT
@@chocolatemilk679 looking forward to your live ps4 broadcast
@J. D. don't be jealous of my body
Dom, Bisping, and DC do great commentary work, and Bisping has the best post fight interviews for sure.
It's funny they're my 3 fav fighters
@@joshpaul6417 and jon anik to comolete the dream team
Dom needs to write a book
Brendan won me over with him sharing the gig with Cruz
41:15 *Brendan* "Here u go buddy" *Dominic* "No thanks" That was so awkard 😂😂😂 Tissue drama
I would do that to anyone. I don’t want my napkin to be touched by anyone but me. Many don’t care though.
Best part of the video dude
These food truck diaries are awesome 👌
Andy F Shut up chin you’re not fooling me bro
Kj Clark why do you watch if you hate it?
@@kjclark4002 you sure sounds like you take it on it🍆
What’s the budget on this piece of Shit Show.
Kj Clark 😂😂😂
Dominick Cruz is about as admirable as it gets in not just MMA but sport. The strength of character, the knowledge, and the humility, combined with the fact that he’s been about as good as it gets in the octagon, makes a unique character in this game.
Dom is a brilliant mind. It goes beyond fighting. The way he views the world is on another level. I wish we saw more of him.
Brandon the type of dude to wear leggings and ask his girl if they look good
John Peter the type of dude to spell Brendans name wrong
Alex D is the type of guy to end his sentence with no period.
@@jesusskills jonathan rapp the type of guy to enter the comment section for no god damn reason
@@jonathanrapp1645 The type of dude to be full of irony.
Nickolas Bruh is the type of douche bag to use “Bruh” as his last name.
Dominick is such an interesting person. Loved this episode.
I love listening to current and past fighters just sit and talk fighting and life. They check their egos at the door and really listen to each other. It really is awesome!
Going back and watching Doms WEC and UFC defences are some of the best and most impressive performances in MMA history. He really was a unique fighter.
For the unaware: Please just KZhead “Chael Cruz Burger” and watch the 4 minute video It’s magical
Nothing shows up
actually don't.
Nothin.
Can't believe I missed this gem haha thanks!
Such a good story
Did they really have to wait 37 minutes for that food 😂😂😂
I was thinking the same thing.....😂
Well Brendan practically ordered the entire menu. So Yes.😁
No they probably did some of the interview before they ordered. Just how it’s edited
6:00 Conor got finished in the 4th...
i was thinking wtf is he talkin bout lmao
lmao he was like "either the first or second round" and i was just like "ermmmm"
By far best interview so far! Thank you for allowing us to get to know Cruz better! I was a fan of him before but know I'm a super fan lol!
Brian Stann was also a phenomenal ufc commentator aswell.
Who else pumped for this “interview!?” Dom Cruz, baby!
" depression is a selfish emotion", thank you dom, great lesson
Seems like a very clever and humble man. Really quite refreshing.
One of the best attitudes ever!
CTE talk starts 0:00
Fuck I really wish I could hang out with Dom for like 5 mins hes always seemed like a straight up type of dude no sugar coating anything and seeing things for what they truly are. Need more people like him in this world. No excuses just hard work
I can't wait to see him return. Always been one of my fav fighters/people. Cool ass dude.
Dominick Cruz's commentary has done quite a lot for MMA actually.
Conor is tiring Khabib by taking punches to the face 😂🤣
Rorisang In this video he literally tells Brendan that when he spoke to Conor about that, Conor said that he was actually right. Edit: also on JRE a while ago, Kavanagh said that that was actually their plan going into the fight too.
@@frace3824 Yeah I know but it was still kinda stupid . won't deny that he is a great commentator now.
Cruz GSP Ferguson are my favorite fighters ever
That's a first, but okay.
Gsp is so boring
Great choice 👌
@@fochiqui lol
“ He was getting ready for Jones” 🤣🤣🤣🤣
I wish I had the mindset of Dominic Cruz, he literally turns everything into a positive
Seriously.... Imagine.... A family has a car crash, the wife and 3 kids all die, father left standing there....Thinks of Dom's mantra... Well, at least I don't have Aids, so there's that.
I disliked my own comment
Haven’t seen this episode yet but it instantly became my favorite guest on this show.
Should try to do a foodtruck diary with Conor 👍
Conor would just drink Proper 12 and embarrass himself
@@Amzyy when does has Conor embarrassed himself? Dude Carrie's himself well.
No shit genius.
Conor had 1 interview in almost 4 months
@@lexetordo8954 when he punched an elderly man for not trying his whiskey..
shcuab: its a good plan n man Cruz: i didnt have a plan b Schuab: I know
This is the most in-depth interview with Dominick I have seen and I am definitely a fan now.
Dom blessing with some self development knowledge 🙏
I loved that part. Also needed to hear it.
This man needs his own podcast. Like now
Agreed
I love Dom He's one of my favorites, I miss seeing him out there.
I love his intelligence and I love that he stays competitive and you can hear it through his choice of words.
Doesn’t Dominick Cruz head look cgied on to his body lmao lol 😂😂😂
Jesus Rodriguez holy shit it totally does hahahaha
Looks like his head is cgi on a 15 year olds body
I swear I said to myself why does Doms head look like an older man on a 12 yr olds shoulders? Lol..Just when they show him from the chest up..Fuckin hilarious
He's got tiny shoulders 😂
Yea his head belongs ok Brendan body lol
I'm positive CRUZ is demian maia SON
Cruz is the absolute best shit talking,dancing around strikes and personal favorite champ since
Wow I remember listening to him before his fight with Cody and hating his mindset but listening to this was truly inspiring. He’s come a very long way mentally
Dom is another level of IQ fighter!!!
Shwab is another level of IQ as well
@@poplarbar5059 that's funny
19:45 Dom explains what people don't understand
That really was on point it was a great analysis of a psychological space. "Depression is a selfish emotion"
Robert Axworthy except it doesnt work if its a depression caused by a neurochemical malfunction, ofc i dont think a CTE riden guy or mma fans would understand that
Iconic LIVE the community tend to be pretty dumb if you ask me
Well it's complementary. I guess. You'd obviously take serotonin re uptake drugs + combine it with psychological counselling and conscious lateral thinking. I've never had to face this but I assume what he's talking about is only a part of the entire process.
@@recipoldinasty it may not apply to everyone in every situation, but he's speaking from experience. In my experience also a way to delve yourself out of a dark place is to be selfless and focus on others. He wasn't maligning those that suffer, just offering a way out for those that can utilize it.
Yeah True … Years later this is still inspiring, uplifting and insightful. Dope interview ✨
Bantamweight GOAT. Love this guy. Always intriguing to see him fight.
💯 💯