Joe Rogan, known for his inquisitive nature on his podcast, has once again sparked controversy with a recent clip from his show.
This isn’t the first time Rogan’s comments on the podcast have elicited such responses. His ventures into contentious topics like the vaccine debate have drawn attention and comments from notable figures such as Elon Musk, Aaron Rodgers, and Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
However, this particular blunder has caused a stir among fans, raising questions about Rogan’s knowledge and credibility.
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Joe Rogan agrees with Mike Perry and fan reactions are mixed
In a conversation with BKFC fighter Mike ‘Platinum’ Perry, about the famous “Thrilla in Manila” fight of Muhammad Ali against Joe Frazier, Rogan affirmed Perry’s inquiry about Manila being in Africa. This invited sarcastic criticism from sports executive, Stephen Espinoza. The short clip, shared on Twitter by Stephen Espinoza, has ignited a flurry of reactions from fans, with opinions sharply divided.
Fans were critical of the correlation being drawn between Joe’s knowledge and his repeated affirmations that he’s a comedian
Almost like he says every episode. If you don’t listen just say it. He constantly says he’s a comedian. He brings in doctors to discuss ideas but he never claimed to be a doctor. And what does geography knowledge have to do with medical knowledge?
— 👽 (@big_chief_420_) June 22, 2023
A few trolled Espinoza aka ‘The Weasel’ as Conor McGregor has christened him
go get your weekly booster shot.
— Scoop Malinowski (@scoopmalinowski) June 22, 2023
Whereas others pointed out mistakes made by Espinoza himself
So he made a mistake, like you did with that book you removed because you made a mistake and encouraged teenagers to shot up a school?
— MJay Cannon (@MJayCannon38) June 23, 2023
While some people were just enjoying the confusion
Wait, yall are taking medical advice from people who aren't doctors….
No wonder yall paying 250k to go see boats in the ocean lol.
— Kripto (@ducksquak) June 23, 2023
Showtime boxing was also a target
Showtime Boxing makes less money than the JRE Podcast
— Jacob (@Jacob_Kashani) June 22, 2023
Espinoza himself was the target
You got him Stephen. A guy that has spoken for 1000+ hours about combat sports on his podcast confuses the Rumble in the Jungle with the Thrilla in Manila. Check mate. He’s finished.
— Gerardo Arencibia Jr (@PILLBLACKED) June 22, 2023
Some were just being funny
Apparently the Rumble in the Jungle was in Brazil
— Ryan Nadeau (@dealership) June 22, 2023
Fans were also hypercritical of posting clips of gaffes
Really is this what we doing you sure you want to take this route you sure that you have no videos of you making a mistake is that what you saying
— Boxeo Algarete (@BAlgarete) June 22, 2023
Rogan also had fans come to his defense with this
It’s pretty obvious he has it mixed up with the rumble in the jungle and dude is baked
— JB ™ 김재남 🇺🇸🇰🇷 (@Kimjainam) June 22, 2023
Some more trolling
Oh no.. he got a geography question wrong.. to the gallows with him, off with his head 🙈😂 Honk 🤡
— Craig Purdie (@CraigPurdie74) June 22, 2023
Given Rogan’s extensive involvement in combat sports as a fan, commentator, and historian, it was understandable for many of the fans that he may occasionally mix up his facts.
Rogan’s podcast has become a pop culture icon
As comments continue to flow in, fan reactions seem to indicate that Rogan’s podcast has always served as a platform for unfiltered curiosity and open dialogue. For the fans, while his occasional missteps may invite criticism, they are also a testament to his willingness to explore a wide range of topics, even at the risk of exposing his own limitations.
Amidst this uproar, people are reflecting on the broader impact of the podcast. Rogan’s discussions and interviews have captivated audiences worldwide, creating moments of shared interest and sparking conversations on a variety of subjects.
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Whether it’s reminiscing about iconic boxing matches like the Rumble in the Jungle or the Thrilla in Manila or Pride FC fights in Saitama Super Arena, the podcast has fostered a sense of community among its listeners.
As fans await Rogan’s next episode, they can expect more thought-provoking discussions and the occasional slip-up, solidifying the podcast’s place as a platform for unfiltered exploration and engaging conversations.
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