Steve-O

Date: 2022-11-17 | Duration: 2h 55m

Episode Overview

Steve-O returns to the Joe Rogan Experience for a wide-ranging conversation that touches on his wild career, personal health struggles, and creative pursuits. He opens by reflecting on the physical risks and injuries from his Jackass days, including multiple broken noses and the challenges of recovery. Steve-O also shares insights into his experiences with pain management, addiction, and sobriety, highlighting the importance of mental health and the long road to healing. His candid discussion about traumatic brain injury and the impact of repeated head trauma offers a sobering look behind the stunts and laughter. The conversation shifts to Steve-O’s passion for stand-up comedy, where he describes the grind of developing material and the thrill of connecting with audiences. He talks about overcoming fear and insecurity in comedy, emphasizing persistence and growth over time. Additionally, Steve-O touches on environmental topics like regenerative farming and the hidden dangers of common chemicals in food production. Throughout the episode, he blends humor with thoughtful commentary, sharing memorable stories from his career and personal life that reveal his resilience and evolving outlook.

About Steve-O

Steve-O, born Stephen Glover on June 13, 1974, is a multifaceted entertainer best known for his outrageous stunts and comedic antics as a core member of the "Jackass" franchise. With a background in clowning and a degree in theater, he has captivated audiences with his fearless approach to comedy, pushing the limits of physical humor in both television and film. Beyond his notable achievements, including several successful stand-up specials and a memoir detailing his journey through addiction and recovery, Steve-O is also recognized for his engaging personality and candid storytelling. His appearances, including the memorable episode of the Joe Rogan Experience (#2463), highlight his unique perspective on life and the entertainment industry, making him a compelling figure in the world of comedy and beyond.

Key Moments

– Mixed Martial Arts
– Stand-up Comedy
– Concussion and CTE
– Bodybuilding
– Opioid Crisis
– Nose Injuries
– Social Media
– Gambling
– Regenerative Farming
– Glyphosate Exposure
– Flushable Wipes Environmental Impact
– Skateboarding
– Aging and Health
– Marathon Running
– Pain Management
– Mountain Climbing
– Consciousness Theories
– COVID-19 Pandemic
– Martial Arts Training
– Podcasting
0:00:21 – Opening greetings and catching up
0:04:36 – Discussion on the emergence of calf kicks in MMA
0:09:39 – Izzy's simultaneous division championship
0:11:58 – Sanctioned cheating in weight class manipulation
0:16:38 – Comparison of boxing and MMA popularity and safety
0:20:14 – Understanding Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE)
0:24:08 – Training with Ronda Rousey and Jorge Masvidal
0:26:45 – Betting $10,000 on Molly McCann
0:28:05 – Discussion on submission holds and humiliation in MMA
0:30:14 – Highlighting Pride heavyweight champion techniques
0:33:04 – Gambling culture in MMA
0:36:00 – Family military history and legacy
0:40:34 – Mr. Olympia Coleman’s spinal fusion and stem cell treatment
0:45:10 – Testosterone replacement therapy and aging
0:49:15 – Nose injuries and calcium deposits from fighting
0:51:20 – Pain management and anti-inflammatory medication effects
0:55:12 – Daily aspirin linked to adult deaths
1:00:16 – Congenital insensitivity to pain and anhydrosis
1:06:13 – Death rates and harsh realities of climbing Everest
1:10:00 – Cultural attitudes towards aging in Western civilization
1:15:19 – Marathon running goals and achievements
1:19:09 – Anyone can do comedy mindset
1:31:16 – Cringe moments and growth in stand-up comedy
1:41:52 – Iron sharpens iron: improving through challenge
1:54:11 – Insecurity in comedy and fear of others' success
1:56:26 – Theory on brain and consciousness
2:03:29 – Deviated septum and nasal injuries
2:05:34 – First broken nose during Jackass 3D filming
2:12:01 – Early social media platforms and Instagram history
2:33:33 – Regenerative farming and environmental impact
2:39:14 – Wheat processing and gluten complexity
2:41:48 – Trade-offs in healthy fruit and vegetable consumption
2:44:59 – Flushable wipes causing plumbing issues
2:50:15 – Steve-O’s personal product endorsement
2:51:18 – Closing remarks and book availability

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 The Joe Rogan Experience. Starting point is 00:00:21 Every time I see you, I'm just happy you're in one piece. Starting point is 00:00:35 And it hasn't been so long. Starting point is 00:00:49 For sure. Starting point is 00:01:02 It was a wild card, man. Starting point is 00:01:30 just because it's like muscle memory, Starting point is 00:01:59 fine sometimes but but in this case i was on an on air Canada flight so you didn't even Starting point is 00:02:54 the number two at Disney's on it. Starting point is 00:03:05 Right. Starting point is 00:03:28 Right. Starting point is 00:03:44 Really crazy, man. Starting point is 00:04:04 I was on my way to beating him, and he got me. Starting point is 00:04:26 and he said that literally Starting point is 00:04:36 before the calf kick emerged, Starting point is 00:04:59 Everybody had to do it, and now everyone has to do it, Starting point is 00:05:43 We don't need to see Izzy with his eyes rolled back behind his head flat-out Starting point is 00:06:15 number one you know and you know Big John McCarthy doesn't ref anymore he was always in that same Starting point is 00:06:39 Yeah. Starting point is 00:06:56 Was that him? Starting point is 00:07:09 But Mazzagati was kind of famous for that for whatever reason, whether it's justified or not. Starting point is 00:07:34 Yes, he did. Starting point is 00:07:44 You know? Starting point is 00:08:15 better striker because izzy is just so he's so clever and sophisticated and he doesn't have the kind of power that Pajero has but Pajero is very Starting point is 00:08:54 and Izzy had him fucked up, Starting point is 00:09:20 It was one shot. This was you know, like like, is he gonna get him? Is he gonna, oh my god! Starting point is 00:09:39 division champion simultaneously. Starting point is 00:09:59 He's a monster. Starting point is 00:10:19 And Izzy's not. Starting point is 00:10:48 And for sure they're going to fight again. Starting point is 00:11:15 certa...

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