UFC 136 Video - Bruce Buffer: 'You Can't Announce the Way I Announce If You're Not Into It'
by Brent Brookhouse on Oct 7, 2011 5:49 PM EDT
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PrintMatt Roth continues his solid work for MMA Nation covering UFC 136, this time catching up with "The Voice of The Octagon" Bruce Buffer.
Here's the video:
Some highlights
"This is the culmination of everyone's efforts. This is what you call a very grand moment."
"It doesn't wear on me because this is what I signed up to do. So when I hear there's going to be potentially 35 shows next year versus 27 this year? That's what I signed up to do. And the exhaustion is just part of the deal if it happens. But when I step in the Octagon, there is no exhaustion. I mean, my passion takes over. You can't announce the way I announce if you're not into it. If I'm ever not into it, then I'll consider retiring. ...Bring it on, make it 40, I'm here."
I've made no bones in the past about the fact that Buffer is not my cup of tea, but I have to agree that he certainly seems passionate about what he does.
Watch the full video to hear Buffer explain how he is "in it for the younger fans" as well as squashing the rumor that Michael Buffer was in negotiations to announce for the UFC if he hadn't gotten a deal with WCW.
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Didn't Bruce used to be sort of an agent for Michael?
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Please beat Alistair Overeem. That is all.
Sincerely, Me
by Earl Montclair on Oct 7, 2011 5:59 PM EDT reply actions 5 recs
What fight is that from?
:p - orcus
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Lesnar Mir II
Dear Brock Lesnar,
Please beat Alistair Overeem. That is all.
Sincerely, Me
by Earl Montclair on Oct 7, 2011 6:21 PM EDT up reply actions
I thought that was mir
:p - orcus
Most of the time I am a rather quiet fellow, who likes to read about Philosophy, Mathematics and History, but like most people I also have a deep appreciation of sex and violence... - John Danaher
I can't believe you haven't seen this:
first:
Buffer explains how mental he is
then:
Rogan’s behind the scenes
"Pain or damage don't end the world. Or despair or fucking beatings. The world ends when you're dead. Until then, you got more punishment in store. Stand it like a man... and give some back." -Swearengen
by AwkwardwithwordmakingisGoldberg,huhJoe on Oct 7, 2011 8:30 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Both those videos are awesome!
Thanks, bro.
Buffer out, bitches.
:p - orcus
Most of the time I am a rather quiet fellow, who likes to read about Philosophy, Mathematics and History, but like most people I also have a deep appreciation of sex and violence... - John Danaher
He also fought Frank Trigg in an elevator! www.youtube.com/watch?v=JYC8a6j-9o4&t=4m57s (relevant part begins at 4:57)
That is hilarious
This thread has made me an official Buffer fan
:p - orcus
Most of the time I am a rather quiet fellow, who likes to read about Philosophy, Mathematics and History, but like most people I also have a deep appreciation of sex and violence... - John Danaher
Nothing greater than his foolishness
loved the 360.
"Pain or damage don't end the world. Or despair or fucking beatings. The world ends when you're dead. Until then, you got more punishment in store. Stand it like a man... and give some back." -Swearengen
by AwkwardwithwordmakingisGoldberg,huhJoe on Oct 7, 2011 8:26 PM EDT up reply actions
I like Buffer
But the blatant disinterest he shows when announcing undercard fights is disappointing, especially now that they’re shown on facebook.
It is a progression of intensity from him. As the card reaches it's climax so does he
[pause]
Dear Brock Lesnar,
Please beat Alistair Overeem. That is all.
Sincerely, Me
by Earl Montclair on Oct 7, 2011 6:08 PM EDT up reply actions 8 recs
Great job.
Honestly, all of these interviews have been great. Thanks, Matt.
Buffer’s sex show on Sherdog is funny shit, if you ever need to kill time for an hour I’d recommend it. You can hear him talk about threesomes and where to take a woman and what to wear if you want to get laid.
Um yeah
I’m sure the guy gets paid by the event, so it’s not surprising he’d like more. There aren’t a whole lot of jobs out there for guys who repeat themselves 12 times a night and make overblown gesticulations.
Yeah
The fact that he gets paid for his job means there’s no way he can actually be passionate about the sport too.
:p - orcus
Most of the time I am a rather quiet fellow, who likes to read about Philosophy, Mathematics and History, but like most people I also have a deep appreciation of sex and violence... - John Danaher
he should just do it from a lawn chair by the beer stand. that will get everyone fucking amped
Dear Brock Lesnar,
Please beat Alistair Overeem. That is all.
Sincerely, Me
by Earl Montclair on Oct 7, 2011 6:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Still in the suit?
Or wife beater and old school track shorts?
:p - orcus
Most of the time I am a rather quiet fellow, who likes to read about Philosophy, Mathematics and History, but like most people I also have a deep appreciation of sex and violence... - John Danaher
Suspenders and toe socks.
and that’s it
Dear Brock Lesnar,
Please beat Alistair Overeem. That is all.
Sincerely, Me
by Earl Montclair on Oct 7, 2011 6:25 PM EDT up reply actions
Wait...how does he attach the....
Fuck that, I refuse to finish that question.
:p - orcus
Most of the time I am a rather quiet fellow, who likes to read about Philosophy, Mathematics and History, but like most people I also have a deep appreciation of sex and violence... - John Danaher
its okay dude
I know you wanna know and that is all that matters
Dear Brock Lesnar,
Please beat Alistair Overeem. That is all.
Sincerely, Me
by Earl Montclair on Oct 7, 2011 6:27 PM EDT up reply actions
Manscaped
:p - orcus
Most of the time I am a rather quiet fellow, who likes to read about Philosophy, Mathematics and History, but like most people I also have a deep appreciation of sex and violence... - John Danaher
That's awesome
:p - orcus
Most of the time I am a rather quiet fellow, who likes to read about Philosophy, Mathematics and History, but like most people I also have a deep appreciation of sex and violence... - John Danaher
You going to the event as well?
:p - orcus
Most of the time I am a rather quiet fellow, who likes to read about Philosophy, Mathematics and History, but like most people I also have a deep appreciation of sex and violence... - John Danaher
Yep
Hope you guys haven’t missed me too much this week. Working it for MMA Nation. So there will be more videos.
That's pretty sweet dude
Keep up the good work, you’ve gotten some good stuff the last couple days.
:p - orcus
Most of the time I am a rather quiet fellow, who likes to read about Philosophy, Mathematics and History, but like most people I also have a deep appreciation of sex and violence... - John Danaher
Yes
:p - orcus
Most of the time I am a rather quiet fellow, who likes to read about Philosophy, Mathematics and History, but like most people I also have a deep appreciation of sex and violence... - John Danaher
I liked the other guy who does the strikeforce announcing. Hes got that old timey boxing announcer voice. think his name is jimmy lennon
I like Buffer...he's a little over the top though....
…acting like exhaustion is a real issue for the guy who introduces the fighters. Like, yes, I do understand he has a heavy travel schedule and it isn’t the most fun thing in the world to travel all the time, but come on now.
By the way, good job Matt.
All these, uh, dealmakers making deals. Ya know, I don't, all I know is I'm ready to fight so, ya know, I'm sorry I didn't make it to the beauty pageant.
What’s crazy is he’s never had a night where he’s lost his voice or is really sick and can’t do it… The man has been there for every event since he started, to my knowledge. I’m not even sure if you can say that about Goldie, I know definitely not Joe.
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by Zachary Kater on Oct 7, 2011 6:52 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
He missed one event...UFC in Japan 2
That’s it. That’s insane by the way with the travel schedule they’ve been maintaining. Especially since he was working WEC cards towards the end of that deal.
I did not know that.
Good for him then, that does sound pretty daunting.
All these, uh, dealmakers making deals. Ya know, I don't, all I know is I'm ready to fight so, ya know, I'm sorry I didn't make it to the beauty pageant.
Daunting my A$$
I’d travel the world and spin like an idiot while yelling for 6 figures per appearance. Get the F out of here with that “wo is me” crap.
Sorry, somebody had to say it
by supermario305 on Oct 8, 2011 1:42 AM EDT up reply actions 2 recs
My favorite is when he introduces Big Country
“…this man is a kung fu fighter…”
I almost believe him for that moment.
.....
by Scabby Knuckle on Oct 7, 2011 7:42 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
I've never paid attention to it
But I have to hear this the next time Nelson fights
:p - orcus
Most of the time I am a rather quiet fellow, who likes to read about Philosophy, Mathematics and History, but like most people I also have a deep appreciation of sex and violence... - John Danaher
Nice interview
It’s good to see the human side to Buffer. It’s hard to remember that he’s not a cartoon.
"Pain or damage don't end the world. Or despair or fucking beatings. The world ends when you're dead. Until then, you got more punishment in store. Stand it like a man... and give some back." -Swearengen
by AwkwardwithwordmakingisGoldberg,huhJoe on Oct 7, 2011 8:32 PM EDT reply actions
During his Q&A today, a buncha kids (8/9 year olds) asked for photos and pictures
He announced every one of them like they were a UFC fighter…INTRODUCING JAAAAAAMES!!! It was awesome that he did that. Shit those kids will remember.
by Matthew Roth on Oct 7, 2011 8:39 PM EDT up reply actions 3 recs
That's seriously awesome.
I may take the piss out of him from time to time, but that’s a cool thing to do.
"Pain or damage don't end the world. Or despair or fucking beatings. The world ends when you're dead. Until then, you got more punishment in store. Stand it like a man... and give some back." -Swearengen
by AwkwardwithwordmakingisGoldberg,huhJoe on Oct 7, 2011 8:41 PM EDT up reply actions
He's a good guy and like Schiavello and Rogan legitimately love the sport
It’s why you get that kinda intensity. It’s not fake. Dude honestly loves this.
That seriously makes Buffer one of the coolest dudes ever
:p - orcus
Most of the time I am a rather quiet fellow, who likes to read about Philosophy, Mathematics and History, but like most people I also have a deep appreciation of sex and violence... - John Danaher
Meh. Don't care for Buffer. Hoped he'd go the way of the Gladiator with the new Fox deal, but whatever.
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Buffer has been with the company as long or longer than anyone
And I’m sure he had plenty of chances to leave but didn’t. Same with Goldie. Neither is going anywhere until they’re ready to retire.
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Most of the time I am a rather quiet fellow, who likes to read about Philosophy, Mathematics and History, but like most people I also have a deep appreciation of sex and violence... - John Danaher
Which is unfortunate.
Buffer is one thing but Goldie is useless.
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by pud333 on Oct 7, 2011 11:09 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Yes Yes Yes
Im so tired of Yoda.. I mean Goldie..
by supermario305 on Oct 8, 2011 1:45 AM EDT up reply actions
I agree
To an extent, but I respect the UFC for showing loyalty to somebody who’s done the same for them.
:p - orcus
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How can you not love Buffer
I couldn’t picture it w/out him
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by Bloodsport on Oct 7, 2011 9:03 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Seems like a class act
Extremely articulate too, but I suppose that is normal for an announcer.
I sometimes catch sh!t for seeming to just like 'Zuffa stuff' better
But in all honesty, when it comes to Buffer, Rogan and Goldberg…I tend to like them a lot more and my reason I always give is that they feel more natural.
But I guess a better way to put it would be that they feel like they are genuinely enthusiastic about it. Buffer screams not just to scream, but because he thinks the main event IS that awesome…and I like that.
It’s infinitely more palatable then Jimmy Lennon Jr.’s stilted delivery that lingers longer then it should as he rocks that same dead look in his eyes.
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It's why Rogan goes crazy
He’s a fan. He’s a fan and calling fights. Like how we’re all like “HOLY SHIT!” when we see an epic knockout? He does that. Except it’s his job at ring side. Same with Buffer. He loves this. Same as Michael Schiavello. They’re all legitimate fans. They just get to be as close as you can be without fighting.
by Matthew Roth on Oct 8, 2011 10:07 AM EDT up reply actions
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