Joe Rogan’s recent endorsement of President-elect Donald Trump has unveiled an unexpected wave of private support from entertainment industry figures, according to revelations made on his podcast, “The Joe Rogan Experience.” 

The influential podcaster disclosed that numerous artists across various creative fields have secretly expressed appreciation for his public stance. “Do you know how many artists that have reached out to me that are, like, (expletive)  hippies, man, like artists, like musicians, comedians that thanked me for endorsing Trump because they can’t do it,” Rogan shared during Wednesday’s episode of his podcast.

With over 11 million listeners per episode and more than 2,340 episodes, “The Joe Rogan Experience” has become a powerhouse in podcasting, attracting a broad and diverse audience. This wide-ranging demographic allows Rogan to explore controversial topics with minimal concern for professional repercussions, making his platform uniquely influential in media.

Rogan’s endorsement on November 4, 2024, generated significant attention across media platforms. Rogan’s support for Trump emerged following an extensive interview with the former president on his podcast, where they discussed various policy positions and concerns about the current administration’s direction. 

Rogan elaborated on the entertainment industry’s reaction to his endorsement, noting that many creative professionals feel constrained by potential career consequences. “They said they want to but don’t wanna be attacked. They can’t say it. They think the country is going in the wrong direction,” he explained.

The podcaster emphasized the broader cultural dynamics at play in the entertainment industry. “A lot of what people say, they say it because they don’t want people to attack them. They say it because they think that if they say it, it will clear them, they’ll be OK,” Rogan observed. 

His platform, which operates independently through Spotify, allows him greater freedom to express political views than traditional entertainment figures, who often depend on studios, networks, and various industry gatekeepers for their careers.

The revelation has sparked discussions about political expression within the entertainment industry, particularly regarding the disconnect between public statements and private beliefs among creative professionals. Several entertainment industry analysts have pointed to Rogan’s unique position as both a comedian and one of the world’s most influential podcast hosts, which enables him to voice controversial opinions with less fear of professional repercussions.