265 Joe Rogan Experience Review of Monty Franklin Et al.
Mar 31, 2022
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Comedian Monty Franklin, Antonio Garcia Martinez, and Ali Siddiq join the podcast to discuss topics such as stand-up comedy, Will Smith, Scientology, immigrating to a new country, nationalism and individual responsibility in conflict, the purpose of football, the rise of 'hustle porn', and discussions on Ali Siddiq, MMA fighters, and Conor McGregor's future.
Comedians often make jokes that can be harsher than the ones made by Chris Rock.
Joe Rogan is committed to maintaining the integrity of his podcast and refuses to conform to external pressures or censorship.
Deep dives
Discussion of the Will Smith and Chris Rock incident
The hosts discuss the incident between Will Smith and Chris Rock, where Will Smith slapped Chris Rock at a comedy show. They talk about how the incident was blown out of proportion and how comedians often make jokes that can be harsher than the ones made by Chris Rock. They also mention the potential role of Scientology in the incident.
Interview with comedian Monty Franklin
The hosts interview comedian Monty Franklin, discussing his background, his relatives' involvement in the movie 'Blue Lagoon,' and his experience with immigration to the United States. They touch on his struggles with navigating the immigration process without a lawyer and the potential benefits of doing it yourself.
Tech entrepreneur Antonio Garcia Martinez and immigration discussion
The hosts talk about tech entrepreneur Antonio Garcia Martinez and his work with Facebook. They discuss the implications of social media platforms having access to user data and the impact it has on advertising. They also delve into the topic of immigration, comparing the requirements for citizenship in different countries and sharing personal experiences with the immigration process.
Discussion on Joe Rogan's podcast journey and integrity
The hosts reflect on the success of Joe Rogan's podcast and his decision to maintain the podcast's integrity without relying on extensive self-promotion. They discuss Rogan's commitment to authentic conversations and his refusal to conform to external pressures or censorship. They also mention Rogan's stance on leaving the podcast if it becomes overly restricted.
Monty Franklin, Antonio Garcia Martinez and Ali Siddiq
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