Joe Rogan Experience Review podcast 493 JRE Review of Shane Gillis
Jan 23, 2026
Two hosts break down Shane Gillis's everyman comedy and rapid rise to Netflix and arena shows. They debate his acting potential and the surprising success of Tires. Conversation pivots to whether controversial figures should appear on big platforms and what that says about influence and public reaction. They also riff on politics, celebrity culture, and bizarre moments in modern media.
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Relatable Everyman Comedy Wins Big
- Shane Gillis's comedy succeeds because he speaks like the regular guy everyone wants to drink with.
- His relatability and off-the-cuff observations turn small moments into powerful comedy riffs.
Shane Self-Funded His Breakthrough
- The hosts recount Shane financing and backloading his own show before Netflix believed in it.
- That bet paid off as the series hit over 25 million views and led to a major Netflix deal.
Don't Sabotage Success With One Stupid Act
- Avoid public behavior that would humiliate you professionally, especially around peers.
- A single stupid act can undermine massive success and public goodwill.