Brian Deegan - Dirt Bikes, Near Death, and a New Life
In this episode of The Resilient Show, Chad Robichaux is joined by Brian Deegan, motocross rider, race driver, co-founder of Metal Mulisha & extreme sports legend.
Brian shares his story from essentially starting a cultural movement with the founding of Metal Mulisha to the diverse challenges that come with it.
How did he transition from the intense motocross lifestyle to a husband, father, and man of strong faith? What’s it like now, as father to three that all seem to be following in his footsteps of high intensity sports?
Brian Deegan is a legendary figure in the world of action sports. Widely known as the most decorated freestyle motocross rider in X Games history, Deegan is a 16-time X Games medalist and the first rider to successfully land a 360 in competition. He is the founder of the iconic freestyle motocross crew Metal Mulisha, and a pioneer who helped shape motocross into a global phenomenon.
Beyond motocross, Brian is a six-time off-road racing champion, including a world championship victory at the prestigious Crandon International Off-Road Raceway. His entrepreneurial drive has led to successful ventures in media, branding, and motorsports, building a legacy that reaches far beyond racing.
But Brian’s story doesn’t end with trophies and fame. After a near-death crash changed the trajectory of his life, he found faith and redefined his purpose as a man of God, husband, and father. Today, Brian is deeply committed to his family, including his wife Marissa and their three children—Haley, a professional NASCAR driver, and Hayden, one of the top-ranked motocross racers in the world.
From living the rockstar lifestyle to living with intention and faith, Brian’s journey is a testament to redemption, resilience, and legacy.
We hope you enjoy this interview and, of course, encourage you to engage with us here and on our social channels.
Learn more about Brian:
website - https://briandeegan.com
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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/briandeegan38
YouTube - The Deegans - https://www.youtube.com/@UCYkwcqwLUXZu3aJ7VO5VONg
Twitter - https://twitter.com/mmgeneral
CHAPTERS:
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:00:42 - Brian Deegan’s Legendary Extreme Sports Career
00:01:32 - Family Legacy: Kids Following in Brian’s Footsteps
00:02:25 - How Chad and Brian Met Through Jiu-Jitsu
00:03:27 - From Small-Town Nebraska to Motocross Stardom
00:05:56 - Brian’s First Dirt Bike Experience at Age 8
00:07:48 - Discovering a Unique Talent in Motocross
00:09:59 - The Pinnacle Moment: Winning LA Coliseum Supercross
00:12:31 - Brian’s Son Repeats History at LA Coliseum
00:14:18 - Transitioning to Freestyle Motocross and X Games
00:17:18 - The Metal Militia: A Rebel Lifestyle is Born
00:19:15 - The Rockstar Lifestyle: Fulfillment or Emptiness?
00:22:50 - Life-Changing Crash During Viva La Bam Stunt
00:26:38 - Near-Death Experience and a Prayer for Survival
00:29:31 - Escaping the Hospital Against Medical Advice
00:31:38 - A New Chapter: Faith, Family, and Resilience
00:32:34 - The Four Pillars of Resilience Explained
01:17:54 - Using a Platform to Stand for Faith and Freedom
01:20:14 - Facing Social Media Suppression for Beliefs
01:22:17 - Brian’s Meeting with Trump at Daytona 500
01:25:41 - Hope for Justice with Kash Patel and Pam Bondi
01:27:52 - Zuckerberg’s Shift and the Power of Jiu-Jitsu
01:29:40 - Nerves in MMA vs. Combat: Chad’s Experience
01:33:20 - Game Plan Execution in a 58-Second MMA Win
01:36:00 - Competitive Mindset: Hating Loss More Than Loving Wins
01:38:17 - Chad’s 50-Year-Old Jiu-Jitsu Super Fight Goal
01:39:09 - Shooting with Smith & Wesson and Vortex Optics
01:41:54 - Stem Cells and Tony Hawk: Healing Athletes
01:43:09 - Ibogaine and Psychedelics for Addiction Recovery
01:45:03 - Where to Follow Brian Deegan and The Deegans
01:46:14 - Closing Thoughts and Patreon Invite
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