Podcast host Joe Rogan has expressed openness to recording an episode of The Joe Rogan Experience from Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate, The New York Post reported.
During his 13th sit-down with comedians Ari Shaffir, Mark Normand, and Shane Gillis on Thursday, Rogan discussed the possibility, saying, “Yeah, we have to. We helped Trump get elected.” The conversation came after Shaffir suggested recording an episode at Mar-a-Lago on January 14, coinciding with the release of his Netflix special, America’s Sweetheart. Rogan also revealed he had spoken with Donald Trump Jr., who said he could “make that happen.”
Rogan’s podcast previously hosted Trump in a nearly three-hour episode during the final stretch of the 2024 campaign. The episode drew massive traffic, amassing over 20 million views within the first 20 hours of its release.
In that episode, Trump discussed his policies, his first term, and expectations for his second term. On Election Day eve, Rogan endorsed Trump and praised Elon Musk for transforming Twitter into X and backing the former president. “If it wasn’t for Musk, we’d be f**ked,” Rogan said, calling Musk’s support for Trump “the most compelling case.”
While Rogan welcomed Trump and running mate JD Vance to Austin for recordings, he refused to travel to interview Vice President Kamala Harris during the 2024 campaign. Harris had sought an hour-long podcast session while campaigning in Texas, but Rogan insisted on hosting her in his Austin studio for a longer interview.
Critics were divided over Rogan’s refusal to accommodate Harris, with some calling it a missed opportunity and others praising his consistency.
Harris campaign adviser Stefanie Cutter later stated that scheduling conflicts prevented the appearance, while internal disagreements within Harris’s campaign over the podcast’s controversial reputation also played a role.
Rogan’s podcast, known for its marathon episodes and uncensored format, has faced criticism in the past for hosting controversial figures and allegedly spreading misinformation. Despite this, Rogan remains a dominant media figure, with his Spotify deal reportedly valued at $200 million.
