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Theo Von announces a new tour date in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada on July 14 at Kinsman Park for The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival, outdoors and curious about how that will go. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, May 3 at 10 A.M. Mountain Time with code Rat King; general on sale Friday, May 5. He also lists Gilford, New Hampshire; Windsor, Ontario; Niagara Falls, Ontario; and Toronto, Ontario dates in July and August, with all tickets at theovon.com/tour. Merch updates follow: "Be Good to Yourself" crewnecks in light blue, maroon, and cement, and a new windbreaker at theovinstore.com. Today's guest is Rainn Wilson, described as a 'buffet of talent' who is known for The Office and has a new book, Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution, plus a travel show The Geography of Bliss coming to Peacock later. Theo praises Rainn's work and a long friendship, and they exchange warmth and humor. In the interview, they discuss spiritual life and Rainn's view that spirituality is internal and not just church-based. Rainn connects Kung Fu to spirituality as a metaphor for personal growth, and compares Star Trek's imagined future to a maturation of humanity toward peace and understanding. They explore whether humanity can set a collective destination beyond individual success, asking about world peace and the role of spirituality in modern life. They speak about hope versus cynicism, and Rainn mentions the Seven Pillars for a Spiritual Revolution from his book, urging poets and comedians to spread joy. He discusses Lakota spirituality, Wakantanka—the Great Mystery—and reframing God as the Great Mystery. They transition to practical observations: why restrooms in L.A. often require keys, and how an app could unlock bathrooms for responsible citizens; why grocery store deli sections look the same (potato salad, mayonnaise) and why creativity in food service feels limited; their shared nostalgia for boredom that sparked imagination and for kid-era adventures like crafting kung fu scenes rather than endless screens; the tension between fame and happiness, and how early dreams of being a movie star or TV star can still leave you chasing the next milestone. They discuss Rainn's career highs and lows, including The Rocker fiasco, and how setbacks can steer you toward new opportunities. They reflect on recovery, anxiety, and the need for tools—meditation, exercise, prayer, and community—to stay grounded. They consider the value of community-building through 12-step meetings and church or faith communities, noting both the positives and the complexities of organized religion. They also cover Iceland's happiness—trust in government, strong social safety nets, education and health care—versus the American political divide, criticize partisan media, call for independent candidates and systemic reform, and debate campaign finance changes. Rainn promotes Soul Boom; Theo champions The Geography of Bliss as a hopeful, human-centered project. They close with appreciation for friendship, art, and the idea that joy can spread through dialogue and shared purpose.

Two points frame the episode: Paris Hilton's supposed wisdom in Vice's Hollywood Love Story and the broader LA fantasy of social-media success. The host notes the series is entertaining yet hollow, portraying Hilton as an omniscient queen who rarely engages with the real risks of chasing a glamorized lifestyle. The video then dives into the episode's cast and the LA mood it documents. It centers on May, who runs Oz Cult, a handmade lingerie brand, and on Remy Fox, an internet personality who arrives in LA to party and make headlines. May seeks to fuse femininity and art, while Remy embodies a sugar-baby economy where money and status mingle with claims of independence. The host criticizes the constant pressure to look perfect and to monetize every moment. Interviews reveal sugar-daddy dynamics: women describe exchanging companionship for cash, prestige, or cars, with some insisting they build brands around their image rather than their talents. The conversations expose a blunt, transactional side of LA culture, where credibility comes from followers and hookups rather than craft. The host laments the glamorization of exploitation and questions what genuine achievement even looks like in this world. Throughout, the narrator reflects on social media's power to manufacture desirability and to flatten complex lives into highlight reels. LA is depicted as a spectacle—fun to watch like Keeping Up with the Kardashians, painful to live in—and the episode ends with a prompt: is this route to fame worth the cost, or should genuine creative effort and real relationships take precedence.

The host, Dagogo Altraide, shares his travel experiences from a two-month journey across the United States, starting from Bali to Los Angeles. He highlights the economic struggles faced by locals, including a taxi driver who lost a high-profile job due to the downturn. LA's contrasts are evident, with beautiful areas like Hollywood Hills alongside severe homelessness. He meets various locals, including musicians and artists, who share their love for the city's diversity and culture. Traveling to San Francisco, he admires the Golden Gate Bridge and enjoys the nightlife, including a chance encounter with NBA players. He notes the city's homeless situation and reflects on the vibrant culture. In New York City, he experiences extreme cold but finds the subway efficient. He visits significant sites like the 9/11 memorial and the Bronx, acknowledging the city's diversity. The journey continues through Washington DC, Savannah, Miami, and New Orleans, where he encounters local pride and culture. The trip culminates in Las Vegas, described as extravagant and overwhelming, before returning to LA, concluding an epic adventure across 19 cities.

Theo Von welcomes Caleb Presley back to the show, noting how Presley’s life has expanded since their first chat and that Presley is now a Nashville neighbor while continuing with Barstool and Sunday Conversations. Presley explains he moved from New York, where Barstool’s headquarters sit, to Florida during Covid to pursue golf as a serious pursuit, and that fall has been the busiest travel period of his year. He describes discovering golf during the lockdown, catching the bug quickly, and the sense that many professional golfers aren’t as athletic as expected. He also reflects on his ongoing Barstool role and the balance between travel, content, and sport. Presley shares a string of vivid stories from the road. He recounts chasing insider access by visiting the original Hooters corporate offices in Tampa to meet John Gruden, and he describes a wall that slides open to reveal John Daly’s room behind Gruden’s office, complete with a mattress and a putting green. He narrates a separate Hollywood Hills encounter with Jared Leto, where a bunker-like retreat under a hillside house and a bus parked outside painted a picture of Leto’s eccentric, party-forward life. The vibe shifts to other celebrity conversations and a sense that Gruden and Leto’s worlds are far from Presley’s. The talk turns to Aaron Rodgers. Presley explains how Rodgers agreed to do the show after Pat McAfee helped locate him for a Lake Tahoe golf-tournament appearance, describes Rodgers’ cool, direct demeanor, and recalls a long, candid hang with Rodgers and Glennie Balls. Presley also suggests Rodgers had told him about using plant medicine prior to announcing it publicly, calling the exchange very open and honest. The conversation touches on Rodgers’ authenticity and his ongoing influence in football. On fitness and culture, Presley talks about conditioning as a preferred training method after football, and about how Rogan’s promotion of Jiu Jitsu helped popularize it among podcasters and athletes. They discuss Nashville’s atmosphere—its accessibility, the growing celebrity presence, and the sense of community that makes the city feel like a live-in studio for storytelling. The guests’ wish list includes Macklemore, James Winston, Beetlejuice, Kevin Spacey, Jared Leto, Nate Diaz, Boosie, and other figures from sports and entertainment. They reminisce about hunting trips with Michael Waddell, a coming trip to a Wisconsin camp, and the idea of “the eclectic group” gathering for a summer-style adventure. Presley closes by hoping to do more Nashville shoots with Von and to keep Sunday Conversations running during football season.

Theo opens by explaining the ritual of clapping to sync video and audio, thanks the music submitter Rusty Scott, and notes two tracks he played that got him in a good mood. He shifts into a meditation on time, childhood, and the weight of new experiences. He remembers youth as a time when life seemed to have “forever,” when love felt vast and real, with every feeling magnified by novelty and abundance of time. He recounts going out as a teenager in a church van that could become a moving stage for mischief, describing the humorous possibilities of each row, from sin to tutoring to grilled cheese. He underscores how being young made dangers and discoveries feel equally possible, and he uses vivid, comic images—people huffing weed joints, long van seating, and wild social experiments—to illustrate risk, appetite, and wonder. He also reflects on the intensity of sex drive in youth, including provocative memories of peeking at adult figures and the raw, overwhelming pull of hormones that can feel like a “two-way street” between body and mind. He notes that time feels larger when you’re young because every moment is new and heavy. The middle of the show features sponsorships and tour updates. Great Block Pizza at 1811 Pico Boulevard in Los Angeles is pitched with a range of options; Lakeside Maple is described as handmade, gluten-free, vegan-friendly trail mix powered by pure maple syrup, with a 15 percent discount code Theo at LakesideMaple.com. Theo shares a quick tour schedule: Minneapolis, Chicago, Nashville, and Toronto, while also venting about venues that don’t offer fair pay or fair deals, and voicing a preference for partnerships that are honest and beneficial. He jokes about other ads and the misalignment of some sponsorships with his values, reaffirming a commitment to fair advertising. Listener calls follow. Ronnie from Philadelphia shares gratitude and describes his own sobriety journey, thanking the show for support and describing the emotional work involved. Tom from rural North Carolina talks about mental health, medication, and the importance of voicing feelings, noting how admitting vulnerability can be brave. A caller from Canada reflects on sobriety and connection, expressing admiration for the show’s community. Additional stories range from pregnancy sparks at a bar to late-life romance, with Theo guiding conversations toward honesty, responsibility, and tenderness. He asks listeners to call the hotline with best or worst weekend stories and teases future guests like Joey Diaz and Jocko Willink. Theo closes with gratitude for listeners and sponsors, urging living fully while acknowledging mortality, and inviting continued participation and support. The episode ends with a reminder to celebrate life and to keep the conversation alive.

The podcast delves into a detailed analysis of several American films, using them as cultural touchstones to explore historical shifts and societal values. The discussion begins with Quentin Tarantino's "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood," which is presented as a profound lens for understanding Los Angeles as an archetypal American city and, more broadly, the pivotal cultural transformation of 1969. This year is identified as the moment the optimistic 1960s counterculture gave way to the darker, more divisive 1970s, with the Manson murders serving as a symbolic turning point. Tarantino's film is lauded for its alternative history, which offers a "love letter" to a different America where tragedy is averted, and for its insightful commentary on the evolution of Hollywood and its relevance to contemporary cultural shifts, drawing parallels between the 1960s-70s and the 2010s-2020s. The conversation then moves to "Tropic Thunder," which the hosts declare the best Vietnam War film and a brilliant satire of Hollywood. They highlight its comedic genius in lampooning method acting, the industry's obsession with awards, and the controversial portrayal of Robert Downey Jr. in blackface. The discussion emphasizes how the film, released in 2008, successfully navigated sensitive topics through satire, a feat that would be significantly more challenging in today's cultural climate. Its deep commentary on the often-fabricated nature of Vietnam War memoirs and its innovative marketing strategies are also praised. Finally, Christopher Nolan's "Oppenheimer" is examined. While acknowledging its exceptional technical execution and strong performances, the hosts offer a critical perspective on its moral framework. They argue that the film misrepresents historical figures like Lewis Strauss and Albert Einstein, portraying Oppenheimer as a moral hero while downplaying legitimate security concerns regarding communist infiltration in the Manhattan Project. Marc Andreessen contends that Strauss was, in fact, a hero, and that the film's narrative on nuclear weapons overlooks the crucial role of "mutually assured destruction" in preventing World War III. Katherine Boyle suggests the film's ending serves as an "apology" or an attempt to align with present-day moral sensibilities, rather than embracing the complex ambiguities of its subject. A brief mention of "Fight Club" concludes the discussion, noting its evolving interpretation from a left-wing anti-capitalist critique in the 1990s to a perceived ultra-right-wing commentary today, reflecting ongoing societal changes.

Theo Von sits with Howie Mandel, a friend and longtime collaborator who gave him his first TV job hosting Deal With It. The discussion touches Mandel’s expansive career—from Bobby’s World to The Voice and Gremlins, his turn as a judge on America’s Got Talent, and his current Showtime special after twenty years, along with Deal or No Deal’s return on CNBC. Mandel speaks warmly about his family life and his wife Terry, celebrating forty years of marriage and describing their dynamic, including how their grandchildren have changed the family’s everyday rhythm. He answers about his Canadian background and his connection to Just For Laughs, while noting the Philippines audience’s enthusiasm for Deal or No Deal and his occasional work in Canada. The conversation zigzags through a mosaic of topics meant to entertain: Mandel jokes about candles and styling in the studio, the quirks of hosting and filming a documentary crew, and his fascination with hamsters and guinea pigs. He recounts running a strange prehistoric menagerie with hamsters on tour, musings on the differences between hamsters and guinea pigs, and a running gag about service animals during travel. He riffs on philosophy and day-to-day life with his wife, contrasts grandchildren with children, and shares affectionate stories about Jackie, his daughter who runs Life With Jackie online. Twinned with light banter are deeper digs into the life of a performer: Mandel reflects on the pre-Instagram era of stand-up, the iconic energy of the Comedy Store, and the way the room used to hum with stars like Freddie Prinze, Robin Williams, and Whoopi Goldberg. He explains that the Comedy Store was the epicenter for launching careers and that today’s stand-up scene thrives alongside digital platforms. He discusses the tension between doing it all as a producer and staying true to the pure art of stand-up—his own “primal scream” that animates his career. Mental health recurs as a theme: Mandel and Von discuss anxiety, OCD, and the realities of being a creative person in a world of online commentary. They acknowledge that many people struggle, that coping strategies matter, and that the craft of comedy can be a refuge as well as a pressure cooker. Mandel smiles about improbable ideas—dream projects like a Where’s Waldo social stunt and a Westminster-style rodent show—and laughs at the absurdities of fame, family, and the small moments that keep a life in show business moving forward. The exchange closes with gratitude for friendship, the craft, and the ongoing work of making art in every corner of a modern entertainment landscape, including Mandel’s Showtime special and CNBC’s Deal or No Deal, both reflective of a career built on curiosity, resilience, and humor.

Mark Ronson’s Night People pulls back the curtain on a life lived at the mercy of music and myth, weaving his London childhood with a migration to New York that began when he was eight or nine. His parents, young and partying, created a home that felt both glamorous and destabilizing, a milieu that birthed a lifelong fascination with sound. From a San Remo apartment near Central Park West to befriending Sean Lennon and glimpsing a world of rock royalty, the book begins with the spark that would become a career. We voyage into the New York club scene of the late 80s and 90s, where a prepubescent Ronson starts turning knobs and dreaming big. He recalls the Milford Plaza era, late-night gigs, and the first electrifying moment when a hip-hop crowd heard him drop AC/DC, then a bridge to Biggie and Missy. The breakthrough comes at Cheetah on a Monday night, a moment when he realizes you can mix rock and rap in ways that turn a room inside out, redefining the city’s sound. Crates weighed down his back and the old gear was a talisman, a portable laboratory where a future producer learned to listen. He describes a younger self chasing the thrill with drugs and adrenaline, hoping to quiet the gnaw of neurosis from his upbringing. He recounts ecstasy and cocaine during late adolescence and twenties, followed by piercing anxiety attacks that lingered into his 20s, sometimes in club corners with friends staying by his side. He writes honestly about how addiction crept in even as success grew, about the toll on sleep, the memory of his family, and the vow to tell the truth to his children in Night People. The present epilogue follows him walking with his daughter, reflecting on parenthood and honesty. Ronson also threads in celebrity circles and the sensory overload of a city he has known since boyhood, including a memory of asking Michael Jackson for a beat, the Warhol diaries, and a lifelong obsession with how proximity to power shapes art. He explains that the book’s present-day sections track walking with his daughter through a transformed New York, a landscape where clubs fade and memory remains. The aim is to chronicle a life at the intersection of invention and impulse, honoring those who helped him and the moments that almost unraveled him.

The episode opens with Theo Von introducing a rare guest, Dale D’Antoni, a.k.a. Jody High Roller, Mr. Riff Raff, recorded at the Hollywood Casino in Florida. They discuss life choices, creativity, and staying true to energy rather than chasing “work.” Riff Raff says he sometimes listens to songs only after snippets to preserve the original energy, and that if something becomes work, he loses interest. He recalls returning mangoes three years ago and jokes about Anna Nicole Smith’s death, drugs, and the dangers of fentanyl in today’s supply. He recalls 80s cocaine as the cream of the crop, contrasts fake versions, and laments the loss of pride in craft. The conversation widens to metaphysical questions about ghosts, mortality, and what happens after death. Riff Raff muses about being an iPhone implanted with purpose by Steve Jobs, and uses that analogy to argue for choosing a better path and keeping hope alive. They pivot to mental health, anger, and self-observation. He describes a “raspberry gremlin” inside and the need to step outside the movie of one’s life to avoid destructive behavior. He notes some people use cannabis or alcohol to soften edges, and discusses strategies like hiring help or therapy, including the idea that animal-assisted therapy can be comforting. They joke about therapy rooms, couches, and the theater of modern therapy while acknowledging its value. The subject of rumors comes up; he jokes about rumors and politics, saying he might run if prompted by a viral campaign and favorable housing or an arena. He shares a parental wish for future dogs and a child, recognizing the first ten years as crucial for grounding a child’s sense of safety and love. Nostalgia surfaces as they reminisce about skating rinks, 1980s fashion, and childhood memories, then switch to health choices: veganism, Lasik, and the What the Health documentary that catalyzed lifestyle changes. They close by noting a potential future podcast collaboration, with the playful notion that Riff Raff could be the first guest.

Bret Easton Ellis discusses his experiences growing up in Los Angeles during the 1970s, emphasizing the freedom and exploration he enjoyed as a child. He contrasts this with the current cultural climate, expressing disappointment in the corporate mentality that has stifled artistic expression. Ellis reflects on how being a "bad gay" shaped his perspective, allowing him to view the world more realistically and fueling his desire to write. He critiques the current state of the gay community, noting a shift from subversive art to a more conformist, "woke" culture. The conversation shifts to politics, where Ellis recounts his awakening during the Trump era, particularly a New York Times headline about Trump that made him question the media narrative. He expresses concern over the left's reaction to Trump, describing it as hysterical and disconnected from reality. Ellis believes that the media's failure to engage with differing viewpoints has contributed to societal division. They discuss the state of cinema, with Ellis lamenting the lack of originality in Hollywood, particularly in franchises like "Star Wars" and Marvel. He argues that the focus on brand over artistry has led to a decline in quality storytelling. Despite this, he remains hopeful about the potential for new voices and stories in film. The conversation concludes with Ellis advocating for authenticity in both personal relationships and creative expression, emphasizing the importance of dialogue across political divides.

Eddie Bravo grew up with a restless ear for music and a bold willingness to chase different worlds. He describes a youth spent in Orange County chasing a musical dream, moving to Hollywood at 21 after roaming Sunset Strip during the height of metal in the eighties, where long hair, big hair, and club crowds defined a culture he wanted to inhabit. He recalls playing in bands that flirted with speed metal, then shifting toward a hybrid project that fused rap, metal, and electronics, a path that anticipated later crossover acts like Linkin Park, even as his songs remained long and ambitious. Along the way he taught himself to arrange, produce, and write, sometimes suppressing ego to keep bands together. He describes how a single drum lesson from a teacher who said the drummer is at the mercy of the songwriter reframed his approach: he began writing more and taking the lead in creating songs, even while collaborating on lyrics with James, one of the guitarists. The bands stretched out through the late 80s and early 90s, with eight to ten minute epics and a hunger to push beyond easy formulas. He moved to Hollywood with the aim of making it, but also to stay healthy and keep his image on stage, working out, and eventually discovering martial arts. Bravo recounts how jiu-jitsu intersected with his life after he discovered UFC and decided to train Brazilian jiu-jitsu, which would later culminate in him beating Hoyler Gracie in 2003 and becoming a well-known coach. He reflects on how the music business had tied him to fantasies of mansions and a parade of women, but he learned that the industry operates as propaganda and a control mechanism, not just an art form. His comedy career came alongside writing for the Man Show on Comedy Central, a period that let him explore stand-up, sketches, and a love for black comedy, while continuing to perform, write, and produce. In conversation, Eddie moves to the topic of conspiracy theories and the dark arts of information. He describes growing up Catholic before becoming an atheist in his teens, then drifting into hardcore skepticism as he questioned space, NASA, and government deception. He argues that mainstream science is often unverifiable to the average person and that the information from authorities is filtered, debunked, and controlled, sometimes with a preemptive narrative about aliens, space, and the origins of the universe. He discusses flat Earth theories, the ease with which debunking content can dominate search results, and the challenge of maintaining an open mind while also resisting dogma. Despite controversial ideas, Bravo returns to core life themes: pursue what you love without expectation of money, accept defeats and failures as learning opportunities, and build a life that includes family and art. He shares how exposure to different disciplines—wrestling in school, martial arts, and music production—shaped a philosophy of experimentation and synthesis. The conversation closes with a note that he remains active in both fighting and humor, planning tours, and continuing to create music that reflects his varied passions. He emphasizes that the journey is ongoing, and that the power lies in following your passion rather than chasing approval.

In this episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, guests Roger Avary and Quentin Tarantino discuss various topics, including their experiences with surveillance, the film industry, and personal anecdotes. Avary shares stories about meeting operators and assassins, revealing methods of killing that are untraceable, such as injecting caffeine to induce a heart attack. They touch on the insurance industry, highlighting its corrupt practices and the challenges of obtaining fire insurance in California due to wildfires. Tarantino reminisces about living in California and the frequent wildfires, emphasizing the overdevelopment that exacerbates fire risks. He recalls filming *Pulp Fiction* during a Malibu fire and discusses the inevitability of a major fire hitting Los Angeles. The conversation shifts to their experiences working at Video Archives, a video rental store, where they developed a passion for film and storytelling. They reflect on the decline of video stores and the impact of streaming services, noting how the business model changed and how larger chains like Blockbuster affected smaller stores. Avary and Tarantino discuss their early aspirations to make films, influenced by iconic directors like Stanley Kubrick and John Boorman. They emphasize the importance of genre in filmmaking and how it can elevate a story. The discussion delves into their personal journeys in filmmaking, including Avary's experience with *Killing Zoe* and Tarantino's work on *Reservoir Dogs*. They explore the creative process, the challenges of making films, and the importance of storytelling. Avary shares his experience of going to jail after a tragic accident, which profoundly changed his perspective on life and filmmaking. He discusses the emotional impact of that experience and how it shaped his understanding of compassion and human suffering. The episode also touches on the evolution of media, the rise of podcasts, and the importance of authentic conversations about film. They express their desire to create a space for genuine discussions, reminiscent of their time at Video Archives. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the complexities of filmmaking, the significance of personal experiences, and the enduring power of storytelling in cinema.