The Joe Rogan Experience #1416 - Rob Kearney
Jan 21, 2020
Rob Kearney, the only openly gay professional strongman and American record holder for the log press, shares his inspiring journey. He discusses the acceptance of LGBTQ+ identities in strength sports and the humorous challenges of navigating relationships and past romances. Kearney also delves into the grueling training regimens, recovery strategies, and the unique dynamics of strongman competitions while highlighting the importance of representation and authenticity in sports. Plus, he shares insights on the rise of strongman events and the thrill of competing.
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Breakup and False Accusation
- Kearney broke up with his girlfriend, revealing he was gay, which led to her being upset.
- She later falsely accused him of giving her an STI, which he denies.
Meeting His Husband
- Rob met his husband on Grindr and has been with him ever since, getting married recently.
- He humorously shares that he used a shirtless torso picture on the app.
Dealing with Hate Messages
- Rob Kearney receives hate messages, mainly from religious people, about his sexuality.
- He responds with humor and points out the hypocrisy of their "gay agenda" accusations.