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Kamala Harris Regrets Skipping Joe Rogan's Podcast Invite

10/31/2025

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Harris Regrets Podcast Absence

Vice President Kamala Harris expressed regret over not appearing on Joe Rogan's podcast during her 2024 campaign.
In an interview, she reiterated her desire to participate but cited scheduling conflicts and team advice against it due to Rogan's bias.
Harris said podcasts can reach diverse audiences and emphasized their importance.
She acknowledged debate over responsibility for her absence, noting claims Rogan promised a spot but hosted U.S. President Donald Trump.

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Ronda Rousey Critiques Rogan

Ronda Rousey criticized Joe Rogan during the Bertcast Podcast, calling him "not an expert" and "a fan with an audience."
She said she felt betrayed by Rogan and others in the media after her UFC losses.
She described it as disappointing how quickly they turned against her.
Although Ronda Rousey has resumed training in mixed martial arts, she remains noncommittal about returning to competitive fighting.

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Historical Context

Joe Rogan's podcast, launched in 2009, became a significant platform for political discourse, especially during the 2020 U.S. presidential election, when candidates like Andrew Yang and Bernie Sanders gained traction after appearing on the show. By 2021, the podcast averaged 190 million downloads monthly, highlighting its influence on public opinion and campaign strategies, as seen in Kamala Harris's decision to avoid an appearance due to perceived biases.

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Harris Regrets Podcast Absence

Vice President Kamala Harris expressed regret over not appearing on Joe Rogan's podcast during her 2024 campaign.
In an interview, she reiterated her desire to participate but cited scheduling conflicts and team advice against it due to Rogan's bias.
Harris said podcasts can reach diverse audiences and emphasized their importance.
She acknowledged debate over responsibility for her absence, noting claims Rogan promised a spot but hosted U.S. President Donald Trump.

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