Joe Rogan's admission that he never had any ambitions to become a standup comedian highlights the power of friendship and the impact that our peers can have on our lives. Without the encouragement of his friends, Rogan may never have pursued a career in comedy, and the world would have been deprived of his unique brand of humor.

It is a powerful reminder to surround ourselves with people who inspire us, push us to be our best, and help us to achieve our goals, as having a strong support system can be the key to success.

Let’s see what he was up to this week

Cory Sandhagen is a professional mixed martial artist with a 14-2 record in the UFC's bantamweight division. He's known for his striking skills and unorthodox techniques and is respected for his humble personality outside of the octagon.

Books and authors mentioned in the episode:

• Dune by Herbert, Frank

Published on April 7, 2023

Mike Vecchione is a stand-up comedian and writer known for his appearances on shows like The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Comedy Central's This Week at the Comedy Cellar, and The Bonfire with Big Jay Oakerson and Dan Soder. He's also the co-host of the No Disrespect podcast with Luis J. Gomez.
Check out his new special, “The Attractives”, on Youtube.
https://mikevecchione.com/

Books and authors mentioned in the episode:

• Martin Lopez

• Game of Thrones by George R. R. Martin

• Conan The Barbarian by Robert E. Howard

• The War of Art: Break Through the Blocks and Win Your Inner Creative Battles by Steven Pressfield

Published on April 6, 2023

Big Jay Oakerson is a stand-up comedian, radio personality, and actor, best known for co-hosting the radio show "The Bonfire" with Dan Soder and his appearances on Comedy Central's "This Week at the Comedy Cellar". He has also released several comedy albums and specials, including "Live at Webster Hall" and "The Crowd Work Sessions: What's Your F@!?#ng Deal?".
www.bigjaycomedy.com

Ari Shaffir is a stand-up comedian, actor, and producer known for his controversial humor and social commentary. He is the creator and host of the hit comedy series "This Is Not Happening" and has released several comedy specials, including "Double Negative" and "Passive Aggressive". Shaffir has also appeared on popular shows such as "Joe Rogan Experience" and "Conan".
www.arishaffir.com

Books and authors mentioned in the episode:

• Tell Your Children: The Truth About Marijuana, Mental Illness, and Violence by Alex Berenson

• Dissolving Illusions: Disease, Vaccines, and The Forgotten History by Suzanne Humphries, MD & Roman Bystrianyk

• Chaos: Charles Manson, the CIA, and the Secret History of theSixties by Tom O’Neill

Published on April 5, 2023

is a renowned artist, muralist, and podcaster. He is best known for his unique style of street art and his work on the Facebook offices, which he was paid in Facebook stock for. He has also hosted the podcast DVDASA, which explores topics such as art, sex, and relationships.

Books and authors mentioned in the episode:

• Sagawa’s Manga: A bizarre comic book written and drawn by the Kobe Cannibal by Issei Sagawa

• Empire of the Summer Moon: Quanah Parker and the Rise and Fall of the Comanches, the Most Powerful Indian Tribe in American History by S. C. Gwynne

• The 12th Planet: Book I of the Earth Chronicles by Zecharia Sitchin

• The Bible

• Dissolving Illusions: Disease, Vaccines, and The Forgotten History by Suzanne Humphries, MD & Roman Bystrianyk

• Understanding Media: The Extensions of Man by Marshall McLuhan

Published on April 4, 2023

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