The 19 Best Joe Rogan Podcasts (2026)

Lex Fridman is an AI researcher who built one of the most respected long-form interview shows in podcasting. His conversations routinely stretch past three hours, and they earn every minute. Fridman brings a quiet, almost meditative interview style that gives guests room to think out loud, which makes his show feel genuinely different from most podcasts in this space.

The guest roster is absurdly wide-ranging. You might get a deep technical breakdown of nuclear fusion from a Helion Energy engineer one week, then a conversation about ancient Babylonian tablets with a British Museum curator the next. Recent episodes have featured Rockstar Games co-founder Dan Houser, mathematician Joel David Hamkins, and Amazon conservationist Paul Rosolie. With nearly 500 episodes and a 4.7-star rating from over 12,000 reviews, the show has clearly found its audience.

What sets Fridman apart is his genuine curiosity. He asks questions that other interviewers skip over, and he is not afraid to sit in uncomfortable silence while a guest formulates a thought. The show covers AI, consciousness, physics, history, love, power, and pretty much anything else that catches his attention. If you appreciate Joe Rogan's willingness to let a conversation go wherever it wants but prefer a more cerebral vibe, this is probably the first podcast you should try.

Flagrant is Andrew Schulz and Akaash Singh holding court on everything from conspiracy theories to hip-hop beefs, with absolutely zero filter. The show bills itself as unfiltered and unruly, and that is not marketing speak. These guys will say whatever comes to mind, and the chemistry between Schulz, Akaash, and regulars Mark Gagnon and AlexxMedia keeps the energy high throughout.

Episodes typically run between 90 minutes and two and a half hours, which gives them room to really riff on a topic before moving on. The guest list has included UFC president Dana White, comedian Mo Amer, and Tim Tebow, among others. With 572 episodes and a 4.4-star rating from over 6,000 reviews, the show has built a loyal fanbase over the years.

Schulz came up through stand-up and YouTube, and that background shows. He is fast on his feet, and the podcast feels more like hanging out with friends who happen to have strong opinions about everything than a formal interview. Some longtime listeners have noted the show has leaned more into political commentary recently, which you will either love or skip depending on your mood. But when Flagrant hits its stride, it is one of the funniest podcasts going. If you like the comedy-meets-commentary energy of JRE, Flagrant cranks that dial up a few notches.

Theo Von has this rare ability to make literally anyone feel comfortable enough to open up on his podcast. The guy interviewed the President of the United States and a New York City firefighter with the same genuine enthusiasm, and that is not something most hosts can pull off. His southern Louisiana charm mixed with a slightly off-kilter sense of humor creates something truly original in the podcast world.

This Past Weekend started as exactly what the name suggests, a weekly recap of Theo's life and thoughts, but it has grown into a full-blown interview show with some massive guests. RFK Jr., Jason Momoa, Bernie Sanders, Tucker Carlson, and Kevin James have all sat across from him recently. The show has over 526 episodes and carries a stellar 4.7-star rating from more than 26,000 reviews, which puts it in rare company.

Episodes range from about an hour to over two hours, and the format is loose in the best way. Theo does not come with a list of prepared questions designed to hit talking points. He just talks to people, and his natural curiosity takes things in unexpected directions. He is a comedian first, so there is always humor woven through even the most serious conversations. For JRE fans who want that same laid-back, buddy-on-the-couch interview style but with a distinctly southern, slightly weirder flavor, Theo is your guy.

Kill Tony is the closest thing podcasting has to a live comedy variety show, and it is an absolute blast. Tony Hinchcliffe and Brian Redban host weekly from Austin, Texas, where aspiring comedians pull their names from a bucket and get exactly sixty seconds to perform a set. Then the roasting begins. Tony, the regulars, and whatever big-name guest is sitting on the panel tear into (or occasionally praise) what just happened.

The show has racked up over 757 episodes, and the guest list reads like a who's who of the comedy world that orbits Rogan's universe. Joe Rogan himself pops in. Shane Gillis, Bert Kreischer, Ron White, Jim Norton, and Sal Vulcano have all taken the guest chair. The regulars, especially William Montgomery and Hans Kim, have become stars in their own right through the show.

At around two hours per episode, Kill Tony has a different energy than a typical interview podcast. It is chaotic, unpredictable, and sometimes genuinely cringe-worthy when a comedian bombs. But that is the whole point. The show captures the raw, unpolished reality of stand-up comedy in a way nothing else does. It holds a 4.4-star rating from over 5,300 reviews. If you gravitated to JRE through the comedy world and miss the old Deathsquad days, Kill Tony is essential listening.

Tom Segura and Christina Pazsitzky are married comedians who have been doing Your Mom's House since the early days of podcasting, and after 814 episodes, they have not run out of weird internet videos to react to. That is the heart of YMH: Tom and Christina finding the most absurd, disturbing, and hilarious clips the internet has to offer and losing their minds watching them together.

But it is more than just reaction content. The show features comedian guests like Chevy Chase, Sal Vulcano, and Luis J. Gomez dropping by for episodes that usually run between an hour and ninety minutes. Tom's deadpan delivery paired with Christina's willingness to go absolutely anywhere comedically creates a dynamic that feels like eavesdropping on the funniest couple you know. They have built an entire comedy empire through YMH Studios off the back of this podcast.

The audience clearly agrees that it works. A 4.7-star rating from nearly 23,000 reviews speaks for itself. The show has its own inside jokes and running bits that reward long-time listeners, from "cool guy" clips to dental updates that somehow became a recurring segment. If you are a JRE fan who especially loves when Rogan has comedian friends on and the conversation goes completely off the rails, Your Mom's House lives in that zone permanently.

Tim Ferriss approaches interviewing like a scientist running experiments. He sits down with world-class performers, from NFL Hall of Famers like Steve Young to Grammy-winning musicians like Tim McGraw, and methodically picks apart their routines, habits, and decision-making processes. The result is a podcast that consistently delivers actionable takeaways you can actually use.

With 857 episodes and a 4.6-star rating from nearly 16,000 reviews, The Tim Ferriss Show has been one of the most popular podcasts in the world for over a decade. Ferriss became famous for The 4-Hour Workweek, and that same obsession with efficiency and optimization runs through every interview. Episodes typically run 90 minutes to two and a half hours, though he occasionally drops shorter guided meditation sessions too.

The guest range is impressive. You will hear from neuroscience researchers, survival show champions, performance coaches, and bioelectricity pioneers all within a few weeks of each other. Ferriss prepares obsessively for each conversation, and it shows. He asks specific, detailed follow-up questions that reveal things guests have never discussed elsewhere. The tone is more buttoned-up than Rogan, less comedy and more intellectual rigor, but the long-form interview format and genuine curiosity about how exceptional people operate makes this a natural next stop for JRE listeners who lean toward the self-improvement side.

Jordan Harbinger has been podcasting for over a decade, and The Jordan Harbinger Show is the refined product of all that experience. With more than 1,300 episodes, the show updates daily and features in-depth interviews with leaders, scientists, athletes, entertainers, and occasionally people with unusual life stories — art forgers, arms traffickers, spies, and former cult members have all been guests. Apple named it one of the Best of 2018 podcasts. Jordan is joined by co-host Gabriel Mizrahi for the popular Feedback Friday segments, which function like a modern advice column where listeners write in with personal dilemmas. There is also a Skeptical Sunday series that debunks myths and examines questionable claims. The interview episodes are where the show really shines. Jordan has a talent for extracting practical wisdom from guests and translating big ideas into specific actions listeners can take. Past guests include Ray Dalio, Simon Sinek, Mark Cuban, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Bill Nye, Kobe Bryant, and Tony Hawk. The range is intentional — Jordan believes useful insight can come from any field, and his networking expertise (he literally teaches courses on building relationships) means he can land guests most podcasters cannot. The show has a 4.8-star rating from nearly 12,000 reviews. Episodes vary in length but typically run 60 to 90 minutes for interviews and about 45 minutes for Feedback Friday.

Sam Harris holds a PhD in neuroscience from UCLA and a philosophy degree from Stanford, and Making Sense is where he puts both to work. This podcast tackles the kinds of questions most people avoid at dinner parties: consciousness, free will, morality, religion, AI risk, and the state of American democracy. Harris does not shy away from controversy, and he has a reputation for engaging with ideas that make people on both sides of the political spectrum uncomfortable.

With 473 episodes and a 4.6-star rating from nearly 26,000 reviews, the show has built an enormous audience. Recent episodes have featured conversations with Sarah Longwell and Tim Miller from The Bulwark, Judea Pearl discussing antisemitism, and geopolitics expert Peter Zeihan. Harris also created the Waking Up meditation app, and that contemplative streak gives his interviews a thoughtful, deliberate pace.

The format is straightforward: Harris and a guest talk through a topic for about an hour, sometimes longer. There are no gimmicks, no comedy bits, and no small talk. It is pure ideas and arguments. Harris is known for being precise with language almost to a fault, and he expects the same from his guests. If you are a Rogan listener who found yourself most engaged during the Sam Harris or Neil deGrasse Tyson episodes, where the conversation got genuinely intellectual, this podcast lives entirely in that zone.

Chris Williamson hosts Modern Wisdom, a long-form interview podcast that has quietly grown into one of the biggest shows in the personal development and intellectual conversation space, with over 1,100 episodes in its catalog. The format is simple: Chris sits down with thinkers, scientists, authors, and public figures for extended conversations that typically run 90 minutes to two and a half hours. The guest list reads like a who's who of the ideas world — David Goggins, Dr. Andrew Huberman, Naval Ravikant, Sam Harris, Ryan Holiday, Robert Greene, Jocko Willink, Bryan Johnson, and Matthew McConaughey have all appeared. What draws listeners in is Chris's interviewing style. He prepares thoroughly and asks follow-up questions that push conversations past familiar talking points into genuinely new territory. The show covers relationships, psychology, longevity, business strategy, philosophy, and fitness, but the common thread is a focus on how to think clearly about difficult questions. Chris does not shy away from controversial guests or uncomfortable topics, which has earned the show both praise and criticism. New episodes drop weekly. The production is clean and unfussy — no sound effects or dramatic music, just two people talking. The podcast carries a 4.6-star rating from about 3,500 reviews on Apple Podcasts. Listeners consistently highlight the depth of preparation and the quality of follow-up questions as what separates Modern Wisdom from similar interview shows.

Jordan Peterson became one of the most polarizing public intellectuals of the last decade, and his podcast is where he does his most in-depth thinking. The format alternates between one-on-one interviews with guests and solo lectures where Peterson unpacks ideas from psychology, mythology, and cultural criticism. Episodes run anywhere from 50 minutes to nearly two hours, released twice a week.

The show has 581 episodes and a 4.6-star rating from a massive 33,000 reviews, making it one of the most-reviewed podcasts on Apple. Recent guests include Stanford biotech entrepreneur Dr. Garry Nolan, autism researcher Sir Simon Baron-Cohen, and Scott Adams of Dilbert fame. Peterson's interview style is intense and probing. He tends to follow a thread of ideas wherever it leads, which can take conversations into genuinely unexpected territory.

Peterson's background as a clinical psychologist and University of Toronto professor gives his show an academic foundation, though he covers far more than psychology. Mythology, narrative structure, education, parenting, religion, and political culture all feature prominently. The show lives on The Daily Wire now, which positions it in a specific media ecosystem. For Rogan fans, particularly those who found the Jordan Peterson episodes on JRE compelling, this podcast offers much more of that energy. Peterson dives deep into topics Rogan often only scratches the surface of.

Dax Shepard and co-host Monica Padman have built something genuinely special with Armchair Expert. With over 1,000 episodes and a 4.6-star rating from an astonishing 68,000 reviews, it is one of the most popular podcasts in existence. Shepard's approach is disarmingly honest: he leads with vulnerability, talks openly about his recovery from addiction, and creates a space where guests feel comfortable doing the same.

Shepard brings an anthropology degree, four years of improv training, and over a decade of sobriety to his interviews, which is an unusual combination that produces surprisingly deep conversations. Recent guests include Charlie Puth, Kaley Cuoco, Anderson .Paak, and Elizabeth Smart. Episodes typically run 90 minutes to two hours for interviews, with shorter Armchair Anonymous episodes featuring listener-submitted stories.

Monica Padman is a crucial part of the equation. She pushes back on Dax, fact-checks his claims in follow-up segments, and brings a warmth that balances his occasional tendency to dominate conversations. The show covers everything from celebrity stories to evolutionary biology to personal growth, but it always comes back to the messiness of being human. Shepard has said he is "endlessly fascinated" by that messiness, and it shows. If you like when Rogan gets vulnerable with guests and conversations turn personal, Armchair Expert makes that its entire identity.

Matt McCusker and Shane Gillis started this podcast when Shane was still relatively unknown in comedy, and it has grown alongside his meteoric rise. After SNL, Netflix specials, and becoming one of the biggest names in stand-up, Shane kept the podcast going with his buddy Matt, and that loyalty says something about how much fun they have making it.

The format is simple: Matt and Shane sit down, usually with a comedian friend, and just talk. There is no real structure. They riff on whatever comes to mind, tell stories, and make each other laugh. Episodes run about an hour to 90 minutes and come out biweekly. Guests like Dan Soder, Luis J. Gomez, and Chris O'Connor rotate through regularly. The show has 346 episodes and an impressive 4.8-star rating from nearly 11,000 reviews.

The chemistry between Matt and Shane is the whole show. Matt is the more cerebral, slightly anxious one, while Shane brings the big swings and fearless comedy. Their back-and-forth feels completely unscripted because it is. Fans are passionate about this one. Some prefer episodes where both hosts are present versus solo shows, and the comment sections get heated about it. For JRE listeners who love the comedian hangout episodes, where guys from the Comedy Store just sit around being funny, MSSP captures that exact energy in podcast form.

Andrew Huberman is a Stanford neuroscience professor who somehow made a podcast about brain science one of the top ten shows in the world. Huberman Lab launched in 2021 and has grown to 381 episodes, frequently ranking number one in Science, Education, and Health & Fitness categories simultaneously. The show holds a 4.8-star rating from over 27,000 reviews, which is remarkable for content this technical.

The format has evolved from Huberman's solo deep-dives into specific topics to include more interview episodes with experts. Recent guests include behavioral geneticist Dr. Kathryn Paige Harden, neuroscientist David Eagleman, habit expert James Clear, and psychiatrist Dr. Paul Conti. Episodes can be long, often stretching past two hours, but Huberman structures them clearly enough that you can jump to the sections most relevant to you.

What makes this show work is Huberman's ability to translate dense neuroscience into practical protocols. He does not just explain how dopamine works; he tells you exactly what to do with that information to improve your sleep, focus, or recovery. The show covers neural plasticity, learning, fitness, nutrition, mental health, addiction, and emerging research on the nervous system. Rogan has had Huberman on JRE multiple times, and those episodes were consistently among the most popular. If you found yourself taking notes during those conversations, Huberman Lab gives you an entire library of that same content.

Jocko Willink is a retired Navy SEAL commander who turned his military experience into one of the most respected leadership podcasts out there. The Jocko Podcast has 836 episodes and a near-perfect 4.9-star rating from over 30,000 reviews. Those numbers are not an accident. Willink brings an intensity and authenticity to the microphone that is hard to fake.

The format mixes interview conversations with deep readings of military history books, breaking down leadership lessons from World War II, Vietnam, and modern combat operations. Co-host Echo Charles provides a civilian counterpoint to Jocko's military perspective. Recent episodes have featured a Vermont National Guard battalion commander, a U.S. Marine, and detailed analysis of a POW's survival story. Episodes vary wildly in length, from quick nine-minute motivational hits to marathon four-and-a-half-hour sessions.

Jocko became a household name partly through his appearances on JRE, where his stories about military leadership and discipline resonated with millions. His podcast expands on all of that. It covers leadership, accountability, career development, relationships, and how to handle adversity. The "Jocko Underground" segments add a Q&A element where he tackles listener questions. If the Jocko episodes on Rogan left you wanting more of that no-excuses, get-after-it mentality, this podcast delivers that in massive quantities.

Rich Roll is an ultra-endurance athlete, bestselling author, and plant-based wellness advocate who conducts some of the most thoughtful interviews in podcasting. His show has nearly 1,000 episodes and a 4.7-star rating from over 11,000 reviews. What listeners consistently praise is something simple but surprisingly rare: Roll actually listens. He does not interrupt his guests with personal anecdotes or try to redirect conversations to himself.

The guest list is outstanding. Alex Honnold of Free Solo fame, science journalist James Nestor, Mayo Clinic oncologist Dr. Dawn Mussallem, performance coach Brad Stulberg, cognitive scientist Maya Shankar, and bestselling author Mark Manson have all appeared recently. Episodes run about 90 minutes to two and a half hours, released weekly.

Roll's own story gives him credibility that most podcast hosts cannot match. He went from struggling with addiction and being completely out of shape to becoming one of the fittest 50-year-olds on the planet. That personal transformation informs how he approaches every conversation. Topics range across health, fitness, neuroscience, nutrition, personal development, and what it means to live well. The show has a warmth and sincerity that can be hard to find in this space. For JRE listeners who gravitate toward the health, fitness, and personal transformation episodes, Rich Roll offers that focus with more depth and less noise.

Patrick Bet-David runs the PBD Podcast like a live morning show for entrepreneurs and news junkies. Broadcasting from what he calls the VAULT inside his Fort Lauderdale studio, Bet-David goes live Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9 AM Eastern with his rotating panel of co-hosts Tom Ellsworth, Adam Sosnick, and Vincent Oshana. Tuesdays and Thursdays are reserved for exclusive guest interviews.

The show has grown to 820 episodes with a 4.4-star rating from about 3,700 reviews. Episodes typically run two to two and a half hours, giving the panel plenty of room to break down whatever is dominating the news cycle. Recent episodes have covered the Epstein files, government policy, market analysis, and sports stories. The guest list leans heavily into politics and business: Senator Rand Paul, Chris Cuomo, Michael Cohen, Peter Schiff, Alex Jones, and Ritz-Carlton founder Horst Schulze have all appeared.

Bet-David built his media company Valuetainment from scratch, and that entrepreneurial background shapes how he approaches every conversation. He is particularly good at breaking down business strategy and political maneuvering in terms regular people can understand. The live format with real-time reactions gives the show an energy that pre-recorded podcasts struggle to match. For JRE fans who enjoy the current events and political discussion episodes and want that content five days a week, PBD has carved out a solid niche.

Bill Maher launched Club Random as a deliberately looser, more personal counterpart to his HBO show Real Time. The premise is simple: Maher invites someone over, they have drinks, and the conversation goes wherever it goes. He claims the show covers "everything but politics," though that boundary gets crossed fairly regularly. With 243 episodes and a 4.1-star rating from about 4,000 reviews, it has found a steady audience.

The guest list is genuinely impressive. Jerry Seinfeld, Bill Burr, Quentin Tarantino, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Adam Carolla, Dana Carvey, David Spade, Marshawn Lynch, Tim Allen, and John Stamos have all appeared. Episodes run 90 minutes to two hours, released weekly. The conversations feel relaxed in a way Maher's TV appearances do not, probably because there is no studio audience reacting to every line.

Maher is a polarizing figure, and the reviews reflect that. Supporters love his willingness to challenge guests regardless of their politics. Critics find him self-absorbed and occasionally out of touch. Both groups have a point. But at his best, Maher draws out genuine, unguarded responses from famous people who are usually very practiced at giving interviews. The freewheeling format means you never quite know what direction a conversation will take. For Rogan fans who appreciate a host with strong opinions and the willingness to push back on guests, Club Random scratches a similar itch.

Logan Paul and co-host Mike Majlak have built Impaulsive into one of the biggest podcasts targeting the younger generation of long-form listeners. With 490 episodes and a 4.4-star rating from over 22,000 reviews, the show has clearly outgrown its YouTube origins. Episodes typically run about an hour to two hours and drop weekly.

The guest booking has become genuinely impressive in recent years. Tom Brady, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Andrew Cuomo, Alex Hormozi, and Jake Paul have all appeared. Paul has evolved from controversial YouTuber into a WWE wrestler, boxing promoter, and media mogul, and the podcast reflects that broader scope. Conversations cover entertainment, sports, business, politics, and whatever else is happening in Logan's increasingly chaotic life.

Paul's interviewing style is direct and unafraid to ask blunt questions, which sometimes works brilliantly and sometimes comes across as brash. The show leans into entertainment value over intellectual depth, but it does not pretend otherwise. There is an honesty to that approach. The demographic skews younger than most podcasts in this list, and the energy reflects it. For JRE listeners in their twenties or thirties who want that same long-form conversation format with a host who moves at internet speed, Impaulsive offers a generational counterpart to what Rogan built.