Mark Normand

Date: 2026-03-20 | Duration: 2h 43m

Category: Comedy

Episode Overview

Comedian Mark Normand joins Joe Rogan to celebrate the release of his new Netflix special "None Too Pleased," which debuted at number five on the platform. The episode opens with their shared dog Charlie Kirk (Joe's dog named after the pundit) joining the conversation, before diving into a fast-paced, riff-heavy discussion touching on everything from politics to pop culture. Mark and Joe riff on Charlie Kirk's alleged assassination, AI-generated videos of world leaders, Iran's gay new supreme leader jokes, and the surreal experience of competing for attention in an era of 19 comedy specials a day, TikTok shorts, and political chaos. They discuss the viral appeal of horse hoof cleaning videos with 32 million views, the psychology of watching things that look like they should hurt. Topics range from judging people only by how they treat you (vs. online perception), the Macron wife conspiracy theories, Candace Owens's claims, OJ Simpson and how Jay Leno allegedly got fired from NBC for refusing to stop making OJ jokes at the request of an NBC executive who was friends with OJ. The conversation also touches on Lizzo and Jelly Roll's weight loss, athletes who thrive with minor brain damage, Stevie Wonder and Ray Charles as examples of disability unlocking other abilities, and the importance of not censoring artistic expression. Mark promotes the special throughout with infectious enthusiasm.

About Mark Normand

Mark Normand is a celebrated stand-up comedian, writer, and podcaster, renowned for his sharp wit and observational humor. As the co-host of the popular podcast "Tuesdays with Stories," alongside fellow comedian Joe List, and "We Might Be Drunk" with Sam Morril, Mark has carved a niche in the comedy landscape with his clever storytelling and unique perspective. His latest special, "Mark Normand: Out to Lunch," showcases his comedic prowess and is available on YouTube, further solidifying his status as a rising star in the industry. Known for his fearless approach to comedy and a knack for tackling taboo topics, Mark captivates audiences with relatable humor that resonates deeply, making him a standout figure in contemporary stand-up.

Key Moments

– None Too Pleased Netflix Special
– Comedy Market Saturation
– Charlie Kirk Assassination Theories
– AI Video of World Leaders
– OJ Simpson and Jay Leno's Firing
– Viral Video Psychology
– Judging People Online vs. In Person
– Artistic Freedom and Censorship
– Celebrity Weight Loss and Body Image
0:00:01 – Opening Joke: Hey Charlie Kirk — Don't Shoot Him
0:00:22 – None Too Pleased Netflix Special Is Out — Already at Number Five
0:00:41 – 19 Comedy Specials a Day: Competing for Attention in 2025
0:00:53 – TikToks, Reels, Shorts: The Fractured Attention Economy
0:09:55 – Charlie Kirk Still Alive? AI Video vs. Real Appearance Debate
0:24:56 – Horse Hoof Cleaning Videos: Why 32 Million People Watch
0:44:44 – Judge People By How They Treat You, Not Online Perception
1:00:12 – Candace Owens Says Macron's Wife Is a Man — Fact Check
1:19:47 – Living in the Cloud: Rappers Like Lil Wayne Who Are High All Day
1:39:55 – Historical Films About Dark Periods: Let Art Happen Without Judgment
1:59:56 – Brain Damage as a Superpower: Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, Comedy
2:19:55 – Lizzo and Jelly Roll: Public Backlash Over Weight Loss Journeys
2:44:20 – Jay Leno Got Fired for Making OJ Simpson Jokes at NBC Executive's Request
2:44:55 – None Too Pleased Available on Netflix — Mark Wraps Up the Episode

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:01 Joe Rogan podcast, check it out. The Joe Rogan Experience. Train by day, Joe Rogan podcast by night, all day. Hey, Charlie Kirk. No. Don't shoot him. No, no, don't see that. No, don't see that. Starting point is 00:00:22 Dog's a Nazi. All right. He's going to sit right here and chill out. What up, dog? New Netflix special. Out now. You got that right, Faddy. Let's fucking go. Starting point is 00:00:32 None too, please. Check it out. We just hit number five. So I'm trying to get to Una. Well, maybe this will do it. Hopefully. Hopefully. I'll put it up on my Instagram when the show runs. Starting point is 00:00:41 All right. Thank you. Thank you. Everything helps. It's a saturated market. I know. There's 19 comedy specials a day now. YouTube and Hulu and the other thing, Fortune. Starting point is 00:00:53 It's not just that. It's like you're competing with content. You think about how many fucking shows there are now. It's kind of nuts. I mean, forget shows. There's TikToks. There's reels. The shorts. Starting point is 00:01:06 It's never in. Never been a time where there's more things to watch and divide your attention. I know. And then there's the war. Yay. There's the war. So much to pay attention to, right, Charlie? There's politics, his only fans. Starting point is 00:01:18 Yeah. So much to pay attention to, buddy. Oh, yeah. So much, Charlie. We'll just pretend that's Ari. He's back. Well, you know, Ari always gets too high in an hour in. He just shuts up. Starting point is 00:01:33 Don't fall off the table. Hey. He looks like the Ayatollah now. Have you seen him? He's got the beer. I know. And he's gay. He came to the club the other day. He's gay now, too? Starting point is 00:01:42 Oh, the Ayatollah. Oh, the new Ayatollah's gay. Yeah, yeah. Is that real? That's what Trump said. I think that's his real. He's never lied. Oh, okay. Starting point is 00:01:50 I think they're just trying to fuck with the guy. Because if you're gay in ...

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