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With the America 250 just around the corner, the celebration of our nation’s biggest day will be big.
The festivities will vary greatly, but one of the most talked about events is the UFC Freedom 250 card taking place on the White House lawn on Sunday.
Construction continues on the South Lawn of the White House for the Freedom 250 UFC match on June 5, 2026, in Washington, DC President Donald Trump hosts a UFC match on the grounds of the White House to honor the 250th anniversary of the United States. (Kevin Carter/Getty Images)
Fox News host Sean Hannity sat down with UFC star Bo Nickal on his “Hang Out with Sean Hannity” show to discuss the day, his iconic rocket and a host of other topics.
Another topic that the two touched on was the growing epidemic of “lost boys” that has plagued American youth and that it seems to be leading down a path that is destroying many young men across the country.
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Hannity asked Nickal directly what his advice to young people in desperate need of role models would be, and the young fighter offered some surprisingly grounded words of wisdom.
“They are trying to close a hole that cannot be closed with the things they want,” explains Nickal. “Drinking, drugs, sex, money, fame … and it will continue to be empty.”
When pressed on what his solution would be, Nickal turned to his faith.
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UFC fighter Bo Nickal sits down with Fox News host Sean Hannity to discuss his influences, his time in the octagon and his first desire to earn “cauliflower ears” as a badge of honor. (Live With Sean Hannity/Screengrab)
“Look at your faith, look at the community. Look at the family… these are the kinds of things that really matter.”
Nickal bemoaned the “selfish attitude” that seems to permeate the new generation of men in America, saying that it may be fun to do things for yourself “for now,” but it can destroy you in the long run.
By putting your faith and relationships first, Nickal argues that you will feel empowered, citing John 10:10 in the Bible.
“The thief comes to steal and kill and destroy.
It’s all very good from a young man (only 30 years old) who is good and striking in the very midst of the generation he is trying to bring out of darkness.
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Bo Nickal reacts after defeating Scotland’s Paul Craig in the UFC 309 middleweight karate title fight in New York on Nov. 16, 2024. (Adam Hunger/AP Photo)
When Hannity, clearly impressed by his words, offered the suggestion that Nickal should teach the young men, the UFC star was not shy.
“I definitely feel an interest in helping young men,” said Nickal. “I like to talk to them about life.”
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“When they lose… it will be fine. You will understand that.”
Nickal will face Kyle Daukaus on Sunday, June 14, at 8 pm ET.
