“Twitter needs to be transformed as a private company. Twitter has extraordinary potential. I will unlock it,” Elon Musk declared in April 2022, sharing his vision for acquiring Twitter (now X). While some critics questioned the Tesla CEO’s decision, Joe Rogan, on the other hand, viewed it as the right move. Then, in October 2022, Musk shocked the world by finalizing a $44 billion deal with Twitter’s board of directors. He marked the occasion with a bold statement on X, declaring, “bird is freed.“

With the ultimate goal of reshaping Twitter into a platform that upholds free speech and fosters freedom of expression, Elon Musk introduced a game-changing development: the Community Notes feature. Initially launched as ‘Birdwatch’ in 2021, it gained wider use in 2023 following Musk’s acquisition. Unlike previous content moderation methods, this feature shifted control away from government interference to a community-driven, audience-based system. As a result, this bold move has sparked widespread debate.

However, for Joe Rogan, it stands as one of the most significant steps in support of free speech. Recently, the topic became a point of discussion during a podcast episode featuring Zombieland star Woody Harrelson (JRE #2277). Rogan highlighted the impact of Community Notes, stating, “I think now, the beautiful thing about someone like Elon buying Twitter and turning it into X and having Community Notes is that now you have a way of fact-checking things.

“People use the community notes and start posting studies in the community notes, saying, ‘No, this story is not true. Here’s why it’s not true. Here’s why it’s probably not true.’ You know, so this is the best way to handle misinformation.”, Rogan further added.

Meanwhile, the Austin resident has become one of Elon Musk’s most vocal supporters, particularly regarding his vision for X. With a background in podcasting and stand-up comedy, Joe Rogan deeply values free speech and expression. Having faced repeated criticism from mainstream media over his controversial remarks, he has long been an advocate for open dialogue.

With Donald Trump back in the White House, Joe Rogan seized the moment to make a playful request to Elon Musk. After Trump publicly urged Musk to purchase MSNBC in a series of tweets, the podcaster chimed in with his own tongue-in-cheek demand: “If you buy MSNBC, I would like Rachel Maddow’s job. I will wear the same outfit and glasses, and I will tell the same lies.” Musk, known for his sharp wit, responded with a simple yet humorous reply: “Deal.”

Joe Rogan and his guest praised Elon Musk’s dependable “military” communication system

Joe Rogan is no stranger to Silicon Valley’s tech moguls, including Mark Zuckerberg. However, when it comes to his personal favorite, the former LA resident is firmly in Elon Musk’s corner—the world’s wealthiest person as per Forbes in 2025. Musk’s leadership in multi-billion-dollar companies like Tesla Inc., SpaceX, and X (formerly Twitter) has set him apart. Rogan admires Musk’s innovative approach, especially the evolution of X and the launch of Community Notes.

Moreover, Joe Rogan holds great appreciation for X owner’s technological advancements, with one of the most notable being the Starlink satellite network, a $10 billion initiative that has been active since 2019. Starlink, a constellation of satellites in low Earth orbit, aims to provide global internet coverage.

In a recent episode of The Joe Rogan Experience (JRE #2273), the podcaster and his guest, Adam Curry, delved into the topic of Starlink. Curry, who has a military background, drew a comparison between Starlink and military operations, emphasizing its commercial applications. “That’s why I like Starlink, because Starlink is, first and foremost, a military system. And very smartly, I think, Elon is very good at marketing… I want to have this, but it’s really a military system,” said Curry.

The Austin resident, in agreement, shared a personal experience where he used Starlink in the mountains of Utah, highlighting its impressive functionality: “When I went hunting. It’s the size of this pad. It’s incredible. You can make phone calls, you can do FaceTime, all from the mountains in the middle of nowhere,” he remarked.

What’s your opinion on Joe Rogan’s comments about Elon Musk and his ventures? Do you believe the Community Notes feature is achieving its intended goals? That said, the numbers tell a different story. Recent reports indicate that since the Tesla boss acquired X (formerly Twitter), the platform has lost 70% of its value. Share your thoughts below.