The Joe Rogan Experience
Hosted by Joe Rogan
Long-form conversations with a wide range of guests.
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Ehsan Ahmad and Deric Poston, comedians and co-hosts of The Solid Show, join Joe Rogan. Ehsan's new comedy special "Ehsan Ahmad: Too Soon" is streaming on YouTube.
Joe Rogan sits down with Daniel Kokotajlo, executive director of the AI Futures Project and a former governance researcher at OpenAI. The conversation covers Kokotajlo's work on AI scenario planning, his time at OpenAI, and the broader implications of advanced artificial intelligence. They explore what near-future AI milestones might look like and the governance structures that could shape their development.
Rick Springfield, the Grammy Award-winning musician, actor, and author, joins Joe Rogan. In addition to his solo career, Springfield fronts the rock supergroup The Locustz, whose latest album "Buzzkill" is available now.
Jared Diamond discusses his latest book, 'Profits, Prophets, Coaches, and Kings.'
Joe Rogan sits down with UFC bantamweight Ethyn Ewing to talk about his career in mixed martial arts and his approach to fighting.
Joe Rogan sits down with comedian and writer Brian Simpson. Simpson hosts the "Bottom of the Barrel" comedy show at the Comedy Mothership in Austin and the podcast "BS with Brian Simpson." His stand-up special "Live from the Mothership" is available on YouTube.
Daniel Everett, PhD, linguist and author of 'Don't Sleep, There Are Snakes' and 'How Language Began,' joins Joe Rogan.
Michael Button, a YouTuber and Substack writer, joins Joe Rogan to explore the fringes of ancient history and societal collapse. The conversation surveys themes of lost civilizations, the fragility of modern society, and the narratives we construct about the past. Button's perspective draws from his deep dives into archaeological mysteries and the recurring patterns of civilizational decline.
Jesse Michels is the creator and host of "American Alchemy," a YouTube series exploring controversial topics in science and culture through longform interviews. He sat down with Joe Rogan for a three-hour conversation.
Chris Williamson, host of Modern Wisdom, sits down with Joe Rogan.
John B. Allen, better known as MrBallen, is a former Navy SEAL who turned his talent for storytelling into one of the most popular true-crime and mystery podcasts. He discusses his journey from the SEAL teams to building Ballen Studios, the craft of spinning strange, dark, and mysterious tales, and his expansion into graphic novels with his upcoming book 'MrBallen Presents: The Terror Within.'
Steve Hilton, a businessman, political commentator, author, and Republican candidate for governor of California, joins Joe Rogan to discuss his campaign. The conversation covers his political vision, the state of California, and broader political and cultural topics.
Joe Rogan talks with physicist and consciousness researcher Thomas Campbell about his work on the nature of reality and his 'My Big TOE' trilogy.
Travis Barker, drummer for Blink-182, joins Joe Rogan to discuss his life and career. The conversation covers his new Hulu documentary "Louder Than Fear," his CBD wellness brand Barker Wellness, his clothing line Famous Stars and Straps, and his independent record label DTA Records.
The seventeenth Protect Our Parks episode of The Joe Rogan Experience features comedians Shane Gillis, Mark Normand, and Ari Shaffir. Gillis is the co-host of Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast, creator and star of the Netflix comedy series Tires, and one half of the sketch comedy duo Gilly and Keeves; season three of Tires is streaming now. Normand co-hosts the Tuesdays with Stories and We Might Be Drunk podcasts, and his latest special None Too Pleased is streaming on Netflix. Shaffir hosts the You Be Trippin' podcast and his seven-episode live storytelling series The End is available from YMH Studios.
Joe DeRosa joins Joe Rogan on The Joe Rogan Experience. DeRosa is a comedian, actor, musician, restaurateur, and host of the 'Vile and Horrendous' podcast. His latest special, 'I Never Promised You a Rose Garden,' is now streaming on Netflix.
Joe Rogan sits down with UFC featherweight Aljamain Sterling. They discuss his fighting career, his podcast 'Weekly Scraps,' and his rum brand Funk Harbor Rum.
David Sinclair, a longevity researcher and Harvard professor, joins Joe Rogan to discuss the science of aging and his work on extending human healthspan.
Eric Goode and Jeremy McBride, the documentary filmmakers behind Tiger King and Chimp Crazy, join Joe Rogan to discuss their latest HBO Max documentary Monsters of God. They reflect on their careers creating provocative wildlife and true crime content.
Andrew Wilson, a veteran debater who has participated in thousands of political, cultural, and religious debates, joins Joe Rogan to talk about the art of argument, his online show The Crucible, and his training program Debate University.
Joe Rogan sits down with Rico Verhoeven, a professional boxer, kickboxer, and mixed martial artist. They discuss his career competing across multiple combat sports.
Annie Jacobsen, Pulitzer Prize finalist and investigative journalist, joins Joe Rogan to discuss her new book, Biological War: A Scenario. The conversation explores the threats, preparations, and potential consequences of biological warfare.
Professor of religious studies Diana Pasulka joins Joe Rogan to discuss her latest book, "The Others: UFOs, AI, and the Secret Forces Guiding Human Destiny." The conversation explores how UFO belief systems resemble religious phenomena, the transformative potential of artificial intelligence as a hidden influence on humanity, and the role of government secrecy in shaping modern mythology.
Tim Robbins is an Academy Award-winning actor, director, writer, and producer known for iconic films including The Shawshank Redemption and Mystic River. He currently stars in the Apple TV+ series Silo. In this wide-ranging conversation with Joe Rogan, Robbins reflects on his decades-long career, the craft of acting, and the creative decisions behind some of his most memorable roles.
Forrest Galante, wildlife adventurer and conservationist, joins Joe Rogan to discuss his upcoming Discovery Channel special "Alien Sharks: Untamed America," airing as part of Shark Week. The conversation also touches on his broader work in wildlife exploration and conservation.
Timothy Alberino, author and explorer, discusses his new annotated edition of the Book of Enoch, one of the most mysterious and influential ancient texts. The conversation explores the historical context of Enoch, its claims about pre-flood civilization, angelic beings, and cosmological descriptions that challenge conventional understanding of ancient knowledge. Alberino explains why this text was excluded from the Biblical canon and what its content reveals about how ancient peoples understood the cosmos and humanity's relationship to higher powers.
Zach Bush, MD, a physician specializing in internal medicine, endocrinology, and hospice care, and founder of the regenerative agriculture nonprofit Farmer’s Footprint, joins Joe Rogan.
Cassie Coppersmith, independent researcher and host of 'Secrets in Stone' podcast, discusses ancient civilizations and archaeological mysteries with Joe Rogan. The episode explores unexplained archaeological phenomena, alternative interpretations of historical timelines, and evidence that challenges mainstream archaeological consensus about human civilization's age and sophistication.
Jimmy Donaldson, known as MrBeast, is a YouTuber, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. In this episode, he discusses his career, business ventures, and his new competition series “Beast Games” on Prime Video.
Vice President JD Vance joins Joe Rogan for a nearly three-hour conversation. The episode is promoted alongside Vance’s new book, “Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith.” Specific discussion topics are not detailed in the available show notes.
Nick Bostrom, philosopher and Principal Researcher at the Macrostrategy Research Initiative, discusses his work on existential risk from advanced AI and the future of humanity. His most recent book, 'Deep Utopia: Life and Meaning in a Solved World,' explores what happens to human purpose when technology solves all material problems. The conversation touches on AI safety, long-term thinking, and the philosophical question of meaning in a world without scarcity or suffering.
Joe hosts three MMA veterans: John Rallo (Shogun Fights owner and Ground Control Academy head coach), Matt Serra (UFC fighter, podcast host, Serra BJJ owner), and Din Thomas (MMA analyst and Fight Court host). The conversation centers on fighting, coaching, the business of MMA, and the craft of combat sports across three distinct perspectives—gym owner, fighter-turned-media, and analyst.
Rupert Lowe, the British Member of Parliament for Great Yarmouth and leader of Restore Britain, joins Joe Rogan. The available show notes for this episode contain only a brief biography and sponsor messages, so the specific topics discussed could not be captured.
Ali Siddiq joins Joe Rogan to discuss his new comedy special 'My Father,' which explores his relationship with his father and personal growth through humor. The conversation covers his journey as a comedian, the craft of stand-up comedy, and the emotional depth behind his material on family, identity, and resilience.
Tony Hinchcliffe, comedian and host of Kill Tony, discusses his comedy career, the evolution of roast comedy, his Netflix special 'Man of the People,' and the dynamics of building a comedy community through live shows. The conversation explores comedy as a craft, the mechanics of humor, and what it takes to perform at scale.
Aravind Srinivas, co-founder and CEO of Perplexity AI, sits down with Joe Rogan for a wide-ranging conversation.
Tommy Lee, drummer and co-founder of Mötley Crüe, joins Joe Rogan. The conversation covers his latest solo album "Tommyland Rides Again," his decades-spanning music career, and the upcoming Mötley Crüe tour, The Return of the Carnival of Sins.
Scott Eastwood joins Joe Rogan to discuss his acting career and his new film Lucky Strike, releasing June 26. The episode covers his experiences on set and upcoming projects.
Tim Dillon is a stand-up comic, actor, and host of “The Tim Dillon Show.” His latest comedy special, “Tim Dillon: I’m Your Mother,” is available on Netflix. In this episode, he sits down with Joe Rogan for a wide-ranging conversation.
Joe Rogan talks with Taylor Sheridan about his prolific career as a writer, director, and producer of shows like Yellowstone and films like Sicario, his ranching operations including the Four Sixes and Bosque Ranch, his restaurant Cattlemen’s Steakhouse, and his newly released co-authored book “How Not to Die in Prison: A Survival Guide,” written with ex-convict turned personal trainer Tom Nelson.
Joe Rogan sits down with UFC Lightweight Champion Justin Gaethje and combat sports trainer Trevor Wittman to discuss fighting philosophy, training methodology, and the evolution of MMA combat techniques. The conversation spans fight preparation, mental approach to competition, and the technical details of striking and grappling.
Rowan Jacobsen, award-winning science and nature writer, discusses his new book 'In Defense of Sunlight: The Surprising Science of Sun Exposure.' The episode explores the biological mechanisms behind sun exposure, debunks common misconceptions about UV radiation, and examines how modern sun avoidance may be harming public health. Jacobsen argues for a nuanced approach to sun exposure that balances genuine skin cancer risk with essential health benefits.
Chase Hughes, an expert in behavioral profiling, influence, and persuasion, sits down with Joe Rogan. Hughes developed the Neuro-Cognitive Intelligence system and authored books including "The Behavior Ops Manual" and "Tongue: A Cognitive Hazard." The conversation explores his work in understanding and influencing human behavior.
Cameron Hanes, bowhunter, endurance athlete, and author of 'Undeniable: How to Reach the Top and Stay There,' joins Joe to discuss the intersection of hunting, physical training, discipline, and sustained excellence. Hanes has built a multi-platform presence spanning podcasts, social media, and a book that translates his hunting philosophy into a framework for reaching and maintaining peak performance. The conversation explores what it takes to develop mastery in high-consequence pursuits, the role of physical conditioning in mental resilience, and how to sustain effort over decades.
Dean Radin, Chief Scientist at the Institute of Noetic Sciences, discusses his latest book 'The Science of Magic: How the Mind Weaves the Fabric of Reality.' The conversation explores the intersection of consciousness, quantum mechanics, and intentionality—examining whether the mind can influence physical reality and what rigorous science reveals about phenomena traditionally dismissed as pseudoscience. Radin presents decades of experimental evidence from parapsychology research and discusses how these findings challenge conventional materialist assumptions about the nature of consciousness and reality.
Joey Diaz, stand-up comedian, actor, and host of 'The Church of What's Happening Now,' joins Joe Rogan to discuss his life, comedy career, and path from struggle to success. The episode covers Diaz's journey as a 'comedy savage,' his experiences in the entertainment industry, and his reflections on perseverance and personal growth.
Terry Bradshaw, Hall of Fame quarterback and four-time Super Bowl champion with the Pittsburgh Steelers, sits down with Joe Rogan to discuss his legendary NFL career, his evolution from athlete to entertainer and commentator, his business ventures including Bradshaw Bourbon, and his multifaceted life as a musician, actor, author, and Fox NFL Sunday co-host. The conversation explores what it took to win four championships, the mental and physical demands of elite competition, and how Bradshaw leveraged his platform into ventures beyond football.
Joe Rogan sits down with Devon Larratt, a legendary Canadian Armed Forces veteran and professional arm wrestler widely considered one of the sport's greatest competitors. The conversation explores Larratt's journey from military service to becoming a dominant force in competitive arm wrestling, his philosophy on training and competition, and the surprising depth and athleticism required at the highest levels of the sport.
Joe Rogan interviews Caleb Hammer, the YouTuber and host of 'Financial Audit,' a program where Hammer reviews people's finances and helps them understand their spending patterns and debt. The episode explores financial discipline, spending psychology, and the patterns that keep people trapped in financial cycles. Hammer shares insights from auditing hundreds of people's finances and discusses what separates people who build wealth from those who struggle financially.
Joe Eszterhas, screenwriter of films such as 'Basic Instinct,' 'Flashdance,' and 'Showgirls,' talks with Joe Rogan.
Joe Rogan sits down with UFC welterweight Daniel Rodriguez to discuss his fighting career, training methodologies, and the mental and physical demands of professional mixed martial arts competition at the highest level.
Joe Rogan hosts comedian, author, actor, and filmmaker Harland Williams to discuss his creative work across multiple disciplines, his new film "Wingman," his podcast "The Harland Highway," and the evolution of comedy and storytelling. The episode explores Williams' unique perspective on humor, creativity, and the creative process across different mediums.
Astrophysicist and NASA executive Michelle Thaller discusses the frontiers of space exploration, the nature of dark matter and dark energy, the search for extraterrestrial life, and how scientific discovery shapes our understanding of humanity's place in the cosmos. Thaller bridges cutting-edge physics with accessible explanation, exploring why the universe is stranger than most people realize.
Joe Rogan hosts retired MMA champion Josh Thompson and legendary referee Big John McCarthy to discuss the evolution of mixed martial arts, refereeing standards, and the sport's current landscape. Thompson and McCarthy, co-hosts of the "Weighing In" podcast, bring decades of combat sports experience to analyze rule changes, fighter safety, and the technical aspects of what makes great refereeing in MMA.
Tom Segura sits down with Joe Rogan. The wide-ranging conversation covers Segura's comedy career, his Italian cafe chain Ciccio Bomba, the new season of his Netflix series 'Bad Thoughts,' and his podcasting empire. Segura shares stories from the road and reflections on family, food, and the business of comedy.
Skylar Grey, Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and producer, discusses her creative process, her new album 'Wasted Potential,' and her journey as a multi-hyphenate artist in the music industry. The conversation explores songwriting craft, production philosophy, and the vulnerability required to release personal work.
Eric Weinstein, PhD, joins Joe Rogan on this episode. Weinstein is a mathematician, former managing director of Thiel Capital, and the creator of Geometric Unity. He discusses his research and ideas.
David Paulides, a former law enforcement officer turned investigator and filmmaker, discusses his decades-long research into unexplained disappearances in North American wilderness and national parks through his 'Missing 411' series. The conversation explores patterns in missing persons cases, documented anomalies in search operations, and Paulides' investigations into Bigfoot sightings, examining how certain disappearances defy conventional explanation and what law enforcement knows but rarely publicizes.
Marc Andreessen, co-founder of Netscape and general partner at Andreessen Horowitz, discusses techno-optimism, the future of AI, venture capital's role in innovation, and why pessimism about technology has become culturally dominant despite evidence of progress. The conversation spans AI capabilities, regulatory capture, the gap between elite sentiment and public benefit, and why builders must actively counter technological fatalism.
Scott Horton, director of the Libertarian Institute and author of "Provoked: How Washington Started the New Cold War With Russia and the Catastrophe in Ukraine," joins Joe Rogan.
Marcus King, lead singer, guitarist, and founder of The Marcus King Band, talks with Joe Rogan. The conversation touches on his recent album “Darling Blue,” his musical career, and life as a touring artist.
Brendan Schaub joins Joe Rogan to discuss his podcast 'Big Brown Breakdown' and his new Tubi series 'Gear Heads Gone Wild'.
Dr. Gad Saad joins Joe Rogan to discuss his new book 'Suicidal Empathy: Dying to Be Kind.' The conversation explores the dangers of excessive, unmoored empathy and the perverse outcomes that arise when kindness detaches from reason. (Full details are limited due to the lack of detailed show notes; listeners should check the episode for more.)
Julia Mossbridge, a cognitive neuroscientist and founder of Applied Love Labs, discusses her research on consciousness, precognition, and the intersection of neuroscience and human connection. The conversation explores her latest book 'Have a Nice Disclosure!' and her work applying neuroscience to understand love, relationships, and anomalous human capacities.
Rep. Tim Burchett (R-TN) discusses his work in Congress, including his role as chairman of the DOGE Subcommittee and membership in the UAP Caucus. The conversation covers government accountability, oversight responsibilities, and legislative priorities across defense, foreign affairs, and infrastructure.
Joe Rogan sits down with Dan Hardy, mixed martial artist, Full Reptile podcast host, and Professional Fighters League commentator. The conversation covers Hardy's fighting career, his commentary work, observations on combat sports, and broader insights about competition, resilience, and the psychology of martial arts.
Chamath Palihapitiya, venture capitalist, founder of Social Capital, and co-host of the 'All-In' podcast, joins Joe Rogan. The conversation covers a range of topics related to technology, investing, and current events.
Joe Rogan welcomes comedians Shane Gillis, Mark Normand, and Ari Shaffir for the 16th edition of Protect Our Parks, a freeform roundtable conversation covering comedy, current events, and the guests’ latest projects.
Ari Shaffir, comedian and host of 'You Be Trippin',' joined Joe Rogan for a conversation.
Joe Rogan sits down with comedian and writer Brian Simpson to discuss comedy, the state of the industry, and Simpson's journey from performing at The Comedy Mothership to releasing his Netflix special. The conversation covers the mechanics of stand-up, the challenge of finding authentic material, and observations about human behavior and culture through the lens of comedy.
RZA, founding member of Wu-Tang Clan and 2026 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, discusses his journey from hip-hop innovator to filmmaker and composer. The conversation covers his creative process across music, film, and visual storytelling, his approach to production and arrangement, and the evolution of his work from the iconic 36 Chambers era to contemporary projects. RZA shares insights on artistic vision, collaboration, and the philosophy behind his new film 'One Spoon of Chocolate,' premiering May 1.
Ryan Bingham, the singer-songwriter and actor, sits down with Joe Rogan. They talk about Bingham's music career, his upcoming tour with the Texas Gentlemen, his new album "They Call Us the Lucky Ones," and his experiences in the entertainment industry.
Ryan Bingham is an actor and musician.
Comedian and author James McCann joins Joe to discuss his comedy special "Island of Strangers," his perspective on the entertainment industry, and observations about human behavior and social dynamics. The conversation ranges across personal experiences, creative process, and the evolving landscape of comedy.
Action Bronson, musician, chef, and creator of the acclaimed food show 'Fuck That's Delicious,' joins Joe to discuss his multidisciplinary creative practice spanning music, culinary arts, and visual art. The conversation ranges across his artistic philosophy, upcoming album 'Planet Frog,' and the intersection of food culture with creative expression. Bronson brings his characteristic enthusiasm and storytelling to explore what drives creative work across different mediums.
Luis J. Gomez is a comedian, writer, and producer.
Comedian Luis J. Gomez joins Joe Rogan. Gomez is a writer, producer, and co-host of several podcasts including "Legion of Skanks" and "Real Ass Podcast." He discusses his new memoir, "Knives & Spoons."
John Fogerty, Grammy-winning solo artist and former frontman of Creedence Clearwater Revival, joins Joe Rogan. The conversation covers his musical journey, the legacy of CCR, and his latest compilation album 'Legacy: The Creedence Clearwater Revival Years.'
John Fogerty is a Grammy-winning solo musician, former leader of Creedence Clearwater Revival, and an inductee of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Comedian, actor, writer, and producer David Cross joins Joe Rogan. Cross is known for his stand-up comedy, acting roles, and hosting the podcast "Senses Working Overtime." His latest special, "The End of the Beginning of the End," is streaming on YouTube.
David Cross is a comedian, actor, writer, producer, and host of “Senses Working Overtime.” His latest special, “The End of the Beginning of the End,” is streaming on YouTube.
Spencer Pratt, reality TV personality turned entrepreneur and mayoral candidate, discusses his reinvention from The Hills villain to content creator, his marriage to Heidi Montag, and lessons learned from navigating fame, cancel culture, and building a sustainable personal brand. He reflects on his controversial past, the mechanics of reality TV, and his current ventures including a mayoral campaign for Los Angeles.
Andy Stumpf is a retired Navy SEAL, entrepreneur, record-holding wingsuiter, and host of “Cleared Hot” and “Change Agents.” His new book, “Drownproof: Eight Life Lessons to Keep Your Head Above Water,” is available now.
Andy Stumpf, retired Navy SEAL, entrepreneur, and record-holding wingsuiter, discusses his new book 'Drownproof: Eight Life Lessons to Keep Your Head Above Water.' The conversation covers lessons from extreme athletics, military training, and survival mindset—practical frameworks for handling pressure, building resilience, and staying composed when circumstances demand it.
Joe is joined by mixed martial artists John Rallo, Matt Serra, and Din Thomas.John Rallo owns Shogun Fights and is the owner and head coach at Ground Control Mixed Martial Arts Academy.www.groundcontrolbaltimore.comwww.shogunfights.comMatt Serra is a mixed martial artist and host of “UFC Unfiltered”
Duncan Trussell is a stand-up comedian, voice actor, and host of “The Duncan Trussell Family Hour.” He will perform live April 9–11 at Zanies Comedy Club Rosemont in Rosemont, Illinois. Tickets are on sale now.
Arsenio Hall is a comedian, producer, writer, and actor.
Bob Lazar returns — the most famous UFO whistleblower. Claims to have reverse-engineered alien technology at Area 51's S-4 facility. His story hasn't changed in 35+ years.
Theo Von — comedian, podcast host. Surreal Southern storytelling from a chaotic Louisiana childhood. His movie Busboys releases April 2026. Part comedy hangout, part vulnerable conversation about addiction and recovery.
Former Texas Governor Rick Perry and ibogaine advocate Bryan Hubbard make the case for ibogaine as a revolutionary treatment for opioid addiction. They claim it can reset the brain's dopamine and serotonin systems to pre-addiction levels in 36-48 hours with a single dose. Perry's unexpected pivot from conservative politics to psychedelic advocacy gives the conversation unusual political weight.
Dr. Swan — epidemiologist whose research shows sperm counts declining 1% per year since 1970s. Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (phthalates, BPA, PFAS) in everyday products are the cause. At current rates, median sperm count could reach zero by 2045. Netflix's The Plastic Detox.
Filmmaker behind The Jinx (got Robert Durst to confess) and The Alabama Solution (prison system, 2026). How to get anyone to talk, ethics of investigative documentary, and systemic justice failures.
Dave Smith — libertarian comedian, host of Part of the Problem. Anti-war analysis, government overreach, civil liberties. Libertarian political framework applied to current events.
Bill Thompson is a retired U.S. Army Special Forces soldier who served multiple combat deployments. Discusses military culture, leadership under pressure, and the psychology of high-stakes decision making.
The Roastmaster General. The art of the roast: making people laugh at the most uncomfortable truths about themselves. A great roast joke has to be true enough to hurt and funny enough to heal.
Joe is joined by Joey Diaz, Brendan Schaub & Eddie Bravo to watch the fights on March 21, 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Stand-up comedian, co-host of Tuesdays with Stories. Comedy craft: write 10 jokes a day, test all on stage, keep the 1 that works. The stage is the laboratory, not the performance.
Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada. Housing affordability, Trump's tariffs, 51st state provocations. A political leader choosing a 3-hour American podcast over traditional Canadian media.
Peptide regulation debate. FDA reclassifying peptides (BPC-157, GHK-Cu) as prescription-only. Patient access vs. pharmaceutical regulation. BPC-157 was used by Ferriss for surgery recovery (#826).
Joe sits down with Dustin Poirier, a mixed martial artist, entrepreneur, and philanthropist.www.ufc.com/athlete/dustin-poirierwww.thegoodfightgroup.comwww.diamondpoirier.com Perplexity: Download the app or ask Perplexity anything at Uber Eats: Score Gameday deals all tournament long Learn more about
Yellowstone actor (Kayce Dutton) and musician. Dual creative outlets: acting is collaborative interpretation, music is solo expression. Each prevents burnout from the other.
Author of How to Change Your Mind and A World Appears. Psychedelics in therapeutic settings — 60-80% response rates for treatment-resistant depression. Plant intelligence. Consciousness as fundamental question. The default mode network connects psychedelics to meditation.
Triggernometry hosts. Free speech, culture wars, immigration. Kisin went viral with his Oxford Union speech. An immigrant's defense of Western free speech.
Journalist — government censorship, Twitter Files, homelessness policy, institutional failure. 3-hour deep dive on where institutions fail and why: the incentive structures reward failure.
Joe sits down with Shakur Stevenson, a professional boxer, four-time world champion, and Olympic medalist. Perplexity: Download the app or ask Perplexity anything at Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bollywood superstar turned global actor. Unexpected depth: the East India Company's legacy, colonial psychology, and how extraction creates patterns in economics and self-perception that persist centuries later.
Jackass star — addiction, 15+ years sober, animal rights activism. One of the most dramatic sobriety arcs in entertainment. From consuming every drug to using his platform for advocacy.
Attorney specializing in vaccine safety litigation. Argues childhood vaccines weren't tested against true placebos. Controversial — challenges mainstream consensus. Whether this is a genuine methodological problem or a misunderstanding is intensely debated.
Now HHS Secretary. Reforming FDA, addressing chronic disease, food industry regulation. His thesis: 60% of adults have a chronic disease — that's a systemic failure, not individual failure. Exercise and nutrition before pharmaceuticals.
Detransitioner. Personal experience transitioning and detransitioning. Informed consent, irreversibility, and what happens when you regret a life-altering medical decision.
Joe sits down with retired boxer Terence Crawford, a three-division undisputed champion who retired 42–0.www.youtube.com/@TBudCrawfordOfficialwww.tbudcrawford.com Perplexity: Download the app or ask Perplexity anything at Order ALDI on Uber Eats: Learn more about your ad choices.
Former SNL (Goat Boy), host of The Breuniverse. Comedy in an age of sensitivity. His solution: be so funny the laugh overrides the discomfort.
Co-host of Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast. How the alternative comedy podcast scene created a parallel industry outside traditional media gatekeepers.
Author, anarchist, host of YOUR WELCOME. Media criticism, North Korea, intellectual independence from both left and right. Corporate media as the new establishment religion.
Michael Jai White — actor (Spawn, Black Dynamite) and martial arts expert. Personal growth through adversity, cultural perspectives on masculinity, discipline as a foundation. A conversation about what martial arts teaches you about yourself.
Donnell Rawlings — comedian from Chappelle's Show. The evolution of comedy and podcasting, authenticity in comedy, and what success and personal fulfillment actually look like in the comedy world.
Dr. Robert Malone returns. Controversial figure — discusses mRNA technology, mass formation psychosis, and public health policy. His previous JRE appearance was one of the most listened-to and most debated episodes in the show's history.
Evan Hafer — founder of Black Rifle Coffee, former Green Beret and CIA contractor. Building a brand around veteran culture, the transition from special operations to entrepreneurship, and what military leadership teaches about business.
Roger Avary — Oscar-winning screenwriter (Pulp Fiction co-writer), director of Killing Zoe and Rules of Attraction. The creative process behind Pulp Fiction, working with Tarantino, and the craft of non-linear storytelling.
Cheryl Hines — actress (Curb Your Enthusiasm) and wife of RFK Jr. Discusses the intersection of Hollywood and politics, navigating public life as a spouse of a polarizing political figure, and Larry David's improvisational genius.
Dr. Tommy Wood returns — now on JRE after appearing on Ferriss #851. Brain health, dementia prevention, and why 45-70% of dementia is preventable. APOE4 genetics, the importance of cognitive challenge, and making mistakes as brain training. Cross-podcast reference.
Raul Bilecky — details on this guest are limited. Based on the episode transcript, discussion covers personal experiences and storytelling.
Andrew Doyle — comedian and creator of Titania McGrath (satirical woke Twitter persona). Free speech, comedy vs. ideology, and why satire is the most effective weapon against orthodoxy.
Mike Benz — executive director of Foundation for Freedom Online. 3.5 million leaked government files revealing how government agencies, NGOs, and private companies coordinated internet censorship. NATO's 'tanks to tweets' doctrine. How soft power replaced hard power after 2014.
Bert Kreischer — 'The Machine.' Comedian known for the most famous comedy story ever told (getting nicknamed 'The Machine' by Russian gangsters). Shirtless comedy, Netflix specials, and the art of turning real life into performance.
Andrew Wilson — host of The Crucible and proprietor of Debate University. The art of debate, critical thinking, and why the ability to argue both sides of an issue is the most undervalued skill in modern discourse.
Ehsan Ahmad — comedian and co-host of The Solid Show. Comedy, cultural identity, and navigating being Pakistani-American in the comedy world.
Benny 'The Jet' Urquidez and William 'Blinky' Rodriguez — martial arts legends. The golden age of kickboxing, training actors for fight scenes, and what martial arts philosophy teaches about life. Benny fought in an era with no weight classes and no protective gear.
Paul Rosolie — conservationist, filmmaker, and author of Junglekeeper. Protects the Amazon rainforest by buying land. Has been squeezed by a giant anaconda on camera for Discovery. Conservation through ownership rather than policy.
Matt Damon and Ben Affleck discuss The Rip (Netflix), cancel culture ('permanent consequences' that 'follow you to the grave'), and how Netflix executives ask screenwriters to hook viewers in 5 minutes and repeat the plot 3-4 times because people are on their phones.
Johnny Knoxville — Jackass creator. The physical toll of 25+ years of stunts, concussions and brain damage, and why he kept doing it. Steve-O's sobriety came up — connecting to the sobriety arc from #2463.
John Mellencamp — rock legend (Jack & Diane, Small Town, Pink Houses). 40+ years of music, the death of the middle-class musician, and staying authentic in an industry that rewards conformity.
Senator Rand Paul — libertarian-leaning Republican. Government overreach, healthcare policy, Fauci accountability, and the proper limits of government power. Paul's consistent position: the government that can give you everything can take everything.
Whitney Cummings — comedian, actress, podcaster. Comedy, relationships, dating in the modern era, and the challenges women face in comedy. Cummings is characteristically blunt about everything.
Bradley Cooper — A Star Is Born, Maestro, Silver Linings Playbook. The craft of acting, directing, and the transformation required for roles like Leonard Bernstein. Sobriety's role in his career — Cooper has been sober since his early 30s.
Kurt Metzger — stand-up comedian and writer (Inside Amy Schumer, Riotcast). Sharp, contrarian comedy. The state of comedy writing, the difference between stand-up and TV writing, and being too controversial for Hollywood.
James McCann — discussion topics not fully available from search results. New Year's Eve episode.
Josh Dubin — wrongful conviction attorney. The systemic failures in the American justice system that put innocent people in prison for decades. How forensic evidence gets misused, false confessions happen, and eyewitness testimony is unreliable. Connects to Jarecki's prison system work (#2475).
Shane Gillis — Christmas Day episode. The comedian who was hired then fired from SNL, then became bigger without it. Star of Netflix's Tires. Co-host of Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast (McCusker was on JRE #2458). Comedy, cancel culture survival, and building an audience the institutions rejected.
Jay Anderson — storm chaser. The science of extreme weather, tornado prediction, and what it's like to deliberately drive into the most dangerous storms on Earth. Christmas Eve episode.
Tom Segura — comedian, co-host of Your Mom's House. Dark, deadpan comedy. The economics of stand-up in the streaming era, touring vs. specials, and the comedy friendship ecosystem that Rogan sits at the center of.
Dr. Michael Masters — biological anthropologist with a provocative thesis: UFOs aren't piloted by aliens but by future humans visiting their own past. He uses evolutionary biology to argue that future humans would look exactly like the 'grey alien' archetype — larger heads, smaller faces, bigger eyes.
Aza Raskin and Tristan Harris from the Center for Humane Technology present a comprehensive case for the existential risks of advanced AI. They argue that AI development is creating a second-contact-level event for humanity and that current safety measures are catastrophically insufficient.
The first and most famous Elon Musk appearance on JRE, including the viral moment of Musk smoking cannabis. The conversation covers AI risk, Tesla, SpaceX, the Boring Company, and Musk's mental framework for thinking about the future.
Sam Harris discusses free will, consciousness, meditation, and the nature of the self. He argues that free will is an illusion, that meditation reveals this directly, and that understanding this has profound implications for morality, justice, and compassion.
Neuroscientist Matthew Walker presents a comprehensive case for sleep as the single most important health behavior. He explains how insufficient sleep causes cancer, Alzheimer's, heart disease, and mental illness, and provides practical protocols for improving sleep.
Neuroendocrinologist Robert Sapolsky discusses the biological and environmental determinants of human behavior. He explains how hormones, brain structure, childhood experience, and evolutionary history interact to produce everything from violence to compassion.