Joe Rogan is a well-known American comedian, podcast host, and mixed martial arts commentator. Born on August 11, 1967, in Newark, New Jersey, he’s built a pretty eclectic career over the years. He started out in stand-up comedy in the late '80s, which eventually led him to gigs like hosting the TV show Fear Factor from 2001 to 2006. But he’s probably most famous these days for The Joe Rogan Experience, a podcast he launched in 2009 that’s become one of the biggest in the world. It’s a long-form conversation show where he talks to all sorts of people—comedians, scientists, athletes, conspiracy theorists, you name it. The guy’s got a knack for diving into everything from psychedelics to fitness to UFOs.

He’s also been a commentator for the UFC since 1997, bringing his love for martial arts (he’s got a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu) to the octagon. Rogan’s a bit of a polarizing figure—some love his open-minded, curious vibe, while others criticize him for platforming controversial guests or spreading unfiltered takes. He’s lived in a few places but calls Austin, Texas, home these days after moving there in 2020. What else you curious about with him?