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Joe Rogan Faces Backlash Over Mocking Guest's Appearance

3/28/2026

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Joe Rogan, podcaster, faced backlash after remarks about Erika Kirk, a guest on Rogan's podcast.
He mocked Kirk's appearance, calling her eyes "demon eyes" and suggesting she appeared in CIA films about EMP attacks.
Many users called remarks disgusting and drew comparisons to Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens; Owens defended Rogan, saying he resonates with everyday people.
The incident has sparked online debate about accountability for a podcast host's comments.

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Joe Rogan, podcaster, faced backlash after remarks about Erika Kirk, a guest on Rogan's podcast.
He mocked Kirk's appearance, calling her eyes "demon eyes" and suggesting she appeared in CIA films about EMP attacks.
Many users called remarks disgusting and drew comparisons to Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens; Owens defended Rogan, saying he resonates with everyday people.
The incident has sparked online debate about accountability for a podcast host's comments.