The Joe Rogan Experience #1677 - Tim Dillon
Jul 3, 2021
Tim Dillon, a comedian and podcast host, takes listeners on a wild ride through his thoughts on caffeine addiction and the complexities of personal vices. He humorously navigates societal tensions around gender identity and critiques media representation, all while reminiscing about reckless driving and muscle cars. Dillon also dives into the intricacies of modern comedy, discussing the balance of meritocracy and political influence. From Bigfoot to the ethics of youth in combat sports, his insights are both entertaining and thought-provoking.
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Early Addictions
- Tim Dillon started drinking coffee at nine and smoked cigarettes in his teens and twenties.
- He quit both but struggles with cigarette addiction, finding it the hardest to quit among his past addictions.
Addict Brain
- Of all his addictions, cigarettes are the hardest for Tim Dillon to quit.
- He describes the "addict brain" as a separate entity that justifies addictive behavior.
Range Rover and Relapse
- Tim Dillon bought a Range Rover, intending not to smoke in it, but quickly gave in.
- He recounts a past addiction where he'd take Percocet, eat, and smoke before work, finding contentment in the moment.