Ep 2. Dustin Poirier Is Paid in Full While Eating Spicy Wings
- February 4, 2021
- 22 min
In season 14, episode 2 of Hot Ones, Dustin Poirier joins host Sean Evans for an interview while attempting to eat some of the spiciest hot wings on the planet. Dustin is a professional UFC fighter and former interim lightweight champion, and he recently won a highly publicized rematch against Conor McGregor. As mentioned in the episode title, Dustin shares that he has now been "paid in full" for his fight against McGregor.
As always, Sean and Dustin begin the show by trying the mildest sauce on the table, which is often still quite spicy for most people. Dustin mentions that he has been watching the show for a long time and has always been curious about how he would handle the heat. Throughout the interview, Sean and Dustin discuss a variety of topics, ranging from Dustin's fighting career to his Louisiana roots to his charity work.
As they move through the hot sauces, the heat level slowly but surely increases to near unbearable levels. Dustin, who seems to be handling the heat better than most people, continues to answer Sean's questions with candor and humor. He shares stories about growing up in Louisiana and discovering his love of fighting, as well as the challenges and rewards that come with being a professional athlete.
One of the most interesting aspects of the episode is when Dustin talks about his charity work with his organization, The Good Fight Foundation. He explains how his success in fighting has allowed him to give back to his community and support causes that are important to him, such as helping children in need and supporting first responders.
As they reach the hottest sauces on the table, the heat becomes almost unbearable for both Sean and Dustin. However, they soldier on, determined to finish the challenge. Along the way, they discuss some of the differences between Louisiana hot sauce and other styles of hot sauce, as well as the cultural significance of food and spice in different parts of the world.
Despite the intense heat, Dustin manages to finish all ten hot wings, earning himself a spot on the Hot Ones Wall of Fame. As the episode wraps up, Sean and Dustin reflect on the experience and discuss the various challenges and rewards of eating spicy food. Overall, this is an engaging and entertaining episode that will appeal to both fans of the show and anyone interested in learning more about Dustin Poirier and the world of professional fighting.