Joe Rogan

The Joe Rogan Experience is a podcast hosted by comedian and UFC commentator Joe Rogan, launched in 2009 with co-host Brian Redban. By 2015, it became one of the world’s most popular podcasts, featuring high-profile guests like Elon Musk, Edward Snowden, Bernie Sanders, and Donald Trump. From 2020 to 2024, it was Spotify-exclusive, with highlights on YouTube. The podcast has been influential in politics, with candidates like Andrew Yang and Tulsi Gabbard experiencing popularity boosts after appearing. Rogan endorsed Bernie Sanders in 2020 and Donald Trump in 2024. While praised for free speech, he has faced criticism for hosting far-right figures, making racially insensitive remarks, and spreading COVID-19 misinformation. The show is known for its wide-ranging, boundary-free discussions and its role in political and cultural discourse.