Andrew Santino

Date: 2025-09-23 | Duration: 3h 8m

Episode Overview

Andrew Santino joins Joe Rogan for a wide-ranging conversation that touches on everything from the intricacies of pool and boxing to the quirks of wildlife and stand-up comedy. They kick off by dissecting the nuances of cue ball behavior in pool, segueing into a vivid breakdown of the legendary Hagler vs. Hearns boxing match, highlighting the ferocity and technique that made it one of the most memorable fights in sports history. Santino’s storytelling brings the fight to life, emphasizing the physical toll and strategic pacing that defined the bout. The discussion then shifts to Santino’s experiences with wildlife, including amusing and insightful anecdotes about monkeys in Costa Rica and encounters with wild pigs and coyotes. These stories reveal a deep appreciation for nature’s unpredictability and the challenges of coexisting with animals. Comedy also features prominently, with Santino reflecting on the value of intimate venues and the evolving landscape of stand-up, sharing candid thoughts on performance, audience connection, and his own comedic journey. Throughout the episode, Santino offers sharp observations on culture, politics, and personal growth, blending humor with thoughtful commentary. His candid reflections on topics like addiction, societal change, and the importance of resilience add depth to the conversation, making this episode both entertaining and thought-provoking.

About Andrew Santino

Andrew Santino is a talented stand-up comedian and actor known for his sharp wit and charismatic stage presence. With a successful comedy special, "Home Field Advantage," premiering on Showtime in June 2023, he showcases his unique perspective and humor. Santino is also recognized for his role in the critically acclaimed series "I'm Dying Up Here," which delves into the world of stand-up comedy in the 1970s. Beyond his performances, he is celebrated for his engaging podcast, "Whiskey Ginger," where he shares insights and stories with fellow comedians and entertainers. With a knack for blending personal anecdotes with observational humor, Santino captivates audiences and continues to make a significant mark in the comedy scene.

Key Moments

– Professional Boxing
– Cue Sports
– Mixed Martial Arts
– Stand-up Comedy
– Cannabis Culture
– Animal Behavior
– Diet and Nutrition
– Mental Health
– Technology and Surveillance
– Drug Culture
– Urban Wildlife
– Podcasting
– Entertainment Industry
– Social Issues
– Hunting and Wildlife Conservation
– Spirituality and Psychedelics
– Environmental Conservation
– Personal Fitness
– Comedy Venues
– Internet Culture
0:00:00 – Opening and pool scratching anecdote
0:01:00 – Discussion on cue ball types and player reactions
0:02:28 – Changing cue weights compared to golf clubs
0:04:02 – Boxing techniques and historical fight analysis
0:06:01 – Challenges fighting left-handed opponents
0:07:45 – Description of a brutal boxing match
0:10:42 – Boxer’s lifestyle and post-retirement career
0:12:43 – Energy conservation strategies in fighting
0:15:12 – Memorable boxing telecasts and HBO’s role
0:17:51 – Last Blockbuster store and nostalgia
0:19:18 – TV shows recommendations including Ozarks and Kimmy Schmidt
0:22:04 – Political satire and cultural commentary
0:26:13 – Personal views on birth control and upbringing
0:29:58 – Electrical wiring and consumer scams discussion
0:32:13 – Ghost Adventures and paranormal skepticism
0:37:11 – Bigfoot and paranormal phenomena debate
0:38:42 – North Sentinel Island and indigenous hostility
0:44:43 – Discussion on grudges and personal anecdotes
0:47:10 – Documentary on Russian models and exploitation
0:50:26 – Gigolo industry insights
0:53:37 – Wildlife encounters in Costa Rica
0:57:25 – Monkeys’ intelligence and human interaction
1:00:20 – Wild dogs and human relationships
1:04:39 – Bow hunting addiction and ethics
1:10:47 – Body fat burning and metabolic health
1:13:53 – Carnivore diet and athletic performance
1:17:01 – Supporting women and allyship
1:18:50 – Trans rights and online commentary
1:21:43 – Confidence and social media presence
1:23:30 – Performing under influence and comedy challenges
1:26:03 – Value of weekend comedy club performances
1:30:29 – Diet balance and indulgences
1:33:13 – Health complications from medical conditions
1:38:12 – Raw rat heart viral story
1:40:10 – Acting auditions and script reading
1:44:09 – Saving people and tragic deaths
1:46:08 – Ed Buck case and legal implications
1:49:00 – Predator behavior and animal instincts
1:52:29 – Frog diet surprising facts
1:55:24 – Viral social media videos and reactions
1:57:51 – Drinking with monkeys and Key West culture
2:00:04 – Dog behavior and funny anecdotes
2:03:42 – Clearing search history and internet privacy
2:05:44 – Chipping and mind-reading technology speculation
2:10:53 – Lex Fridman podcast mention
2:13:08 – MMA leg kick injury sounds
2:16:07 – Future of robots and AI
2:18:25 – Sentinel Island story and isolation
2:21:26 – Stephen King’s Bangor home and local lore
2:24:05 – Fishing and outdoor recreation
2:26:39 – Cannibalism in bears
2:28:02 – T-Rex hair and dinosaur speculation
2:30:48 – Rats in Chinatown and urban wildlife
2:34:07 – Dog breeds and hunting traits
2:35:26 – Denver voters and cannabis legalization
2:38:07 – Bruce Buffer’s impact on MMA atmosphere
2:41:21 – Top female MMA wrestler introduction
2:43:57 – Detroit’s decline and resilience
2:46:18 – Mushroom microdosing and shamanism
2:49:20 – Jimmy Kimmel’s Vegas comedy club
2:51:22 – E-cigarettes and health concerns
2:53:11 – Relaxing with friends and whiskey culture
2:55:09 – Whiskey smoking techniques
2:58:36 – Taco Bell food critique
3:00:16 – Athletes’ tax preferences and Florida living
3:02:02 – Violence reduction strategies in communities
3:05:06 – Episode closing and social media plugs

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 Joe Rogan podcast checking out The Joe Rogan Experience Train by day, Joe Rogan podcast by night All day Zantino My man Mr. Rogan, it's been a long time, I'm back What was last time here? It's got to be over a year Starting point is 00:00:19 Is that real? Two years? Jeez, bro Yeah, it's got to be Time waits for no one I know, man, you left me high and dry in Los Angeles and two years later I come back down How to go, big dog. I know. Starting point is 00:00:31 How to go. You're going to go eventually. You can't hang in there. Eventually, it'll just get to be mad max and you'll just go, I can't, I can't, I can't. When Newsom becomes president and Kamala Harris becomes governor and then it's like full communist. You don't think he's going to become president. Starting point is 00:00:47 You do? He can win. No. Yep. He could win. Yeah. No, because I think he's one of those guys that. She almost won. Starting point is 00:00:53 Yeah. He's better than her. You think people would like him more? Really? No, he's better at her. And talking. He's better at talking. Like, the whole thing is not, like, who's a better government. Starting point is 00:01:05 Look, the guy who's the fucking host of the Apprentice is the president of the United States for the second time. Like, this doesn't, nothing makes any sense. No, it doesn't. So it's like, the system is like, it's a goofy system. It's a popularity contest to see who controls the nukes. Right. It makes no sense. Who controls the nukes. Starting point is 00:01:23 I just feel like lefties and right. Both people don't like him. You're right. Both people don't like him. But there's no choices other than. him on the left, and the people on the left are only going to vote on the left, and that's it. Unless some Mamdani guy comes out of left field. Is that the New York guy? Yeah, yeah. That's so funny. He's going to win. He's going to win. The mom daddy guy. What was his policy? What did Starting point is 0...

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