Episode #1949
Russell Brand
Books mentioned
The Real Anthony Fauci
Mentioned by Joe Rogan (host) · at 00:17:00
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Alcoholics Anonymous
Mentioned by Joe Rogan (host) · at 01:59:18
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Russell Brand, a comedian, actor, author, activist, and podcast host, discusses his shift from entertainment to anti-establishment political commentary. The conversation covers homelessness, institutional distrust, pandemic-era policies, personal sovereignty, recovery, spirituality, and his daily wellness routine including breathwork and jiu-jitsu.
What they talked about
- LA's changed atmosphere and homelessness
- Distrust in institutions and pandemic response
- Ivermectin and big pharma's influence on science
- Authoritarian control and fear during lockdowns
- Russell Brand's sobriety and addiction struggles
- Jiu-jitsu as a tool for stress management and growth
- Masculinity, spirituality, and cultural criticism
- Podcasting's role in open-ended conversations
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