Tomorrow night the UFC comes to the DC area for the second time, though a little less convenient that their visit to the Patriot Center. As is common on the night before the fights, UFC commentator and Fear Factor host, Joe Rogan performed his stand up act. Fans packed the theater, and I ran into UFC vet Aaron Riley on the way in. Poor Aaron's jaw is wired shut after his loss to Tony Ferguson a week ago. I complemented his toughness, finishing the round with a broken jaw. I hope it doesn't hurt when he laughs, because if it does, he had a rough night.
Joe Rogan's pal, Ari Shaffir warmed up the crowd and prepared you for a pretty raw set with some diarrhea and anal sex jokes. (They were more tasteful than that sounds.)
Still, Joe's comedy is not for the easily offended, but he's the host of Fear Factor and the UFC, not Top Chef and the Westminster Kennel Club. If imagining Joe being raped by Brock Lesnar and blowing some guy for a ride in a time machine is too rude for your delicate demeanor I'd avoid Joe's stand-up.
Rogan started the show in top form, delivering a slew of new bits that had the crowd in stitches. After about an hour he started discussing topics suggested by the crowd. This was hit or miss, working great when he went on about Dick Cheney, Sarah Palin, or Nancy Grace, but falling flat when someone suggested something more obscure. He finished up with the classic Noah's ark bit, and then headed out front to meet and greet anyone who wanted to hang around for a chat. Joe delivered a solid performance, and if you think you might need some chuckles before your night of bloodsport, be sure to check him out when the UFC comes to your town.
