Jeff Ross

Date: 2026-03-24 | Duration: 2h 14m

Category: Comedy

Episode Overview

Comedian and roastmaster Jeff Ross joins Joe Rogan for a warm, wide-ranging conversation about comedy, loss, family, health, and resilience. The episode opens with both Joe and Jeff bonding over their dogs — Jeff's Golden Retriever and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel — before transitioning into the comedy world. They discuss Kill Tony's explosive rise and how Tony Hinchcliffe's platform has launched careers for comedians like Adam Ray. Jeff shares personal stories about losing his parents at a young age, how that experience shaped his comedy philosophy: "human beings were made to mourn and move on." He reflects on the Roast of Charlie Sheen, behind-the-scenes stories from the Comedy Central Roast franchise, Sean Penn's recent career choices, and the strange psychology of homeowners associations wielding petty power over neighbors. Health becomes a recurring theme — Jeff explains dietary changes he's made after learning processed food is a leading cause of colon cancer, cutting alcohol, and prioritizing sleep and nutrition. Joe and Jeff debate orange juice as "just sugar water," the inadequacy of medical school nutrition education, and supplement culture. The episode closes with Jeff promoting his new multimedia show "Take a Banana for the Ride," a show about resilience named after his grandfather's parting gift when Jeff went to open mics — a banana for the bus ride, with the message "I'm there with you on the ride."

About Jeff Ross

Jeff Ross is a renowned comedian, writer, producer, and director, celebrated as the "Roastmaster General" for his razor-sharp wit and iconic performances on the Comedy Central Roasts. With a career spanning over two decades, he has crafted a unique niche in the comedy world, blending humor with bold social commentary. His latest special, "Jeff Ross Roasts Criminals: Live at Brazos County Jail," showcases his fearless approach to comedy, as he brings laughter to unconventional venues and audiences. Known for his ability to roast anyone with a perfect mix of humor and heart, Ross captivates audiences with his relatable storytelling and unmatched improvisational skills. Whether on stage or in the writer's room, he continues to push the boundaries of comedy, making him a standout figure in the entertainment industry.

Key Moments

– Kill Tony and the Comedy Community
– Comedy Central Roasts Behind the Scenes
– Grief and Resilience: Losing Parents Young
– Health and Dietary Changes
– Dogs and Pet Bonds
– Homeowners Associations and Petty Power
– Nutrition: The Problem With Orange Juice
– Take a Banana for the Ride Show
– Medical Schools and Nutrition Education
0:00:16 – Jeff Ross Is Doing Kill Tony Tonight — The Show Is a Runaway Train
0:00:53 – Tony Hinchcliffe: The New Johnny Carson, Launching Comedy Careers
0:01:21 – Jeff's Dogs: Golden Retriever and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
0:09:50 – Rescue Dog Trauma: Street Dog Who Could Never Get Enough Food
0:24:50 – Losing Parents Young: 'Human Beings Were Made to Mourn and Move On'
0:29:54 – Roast of Charlie Sheen: Mike Tyson Agreed Because 'He Knows Charlie'
0:39:53 – Sean Penn's Strange New Career Choices and Comeback Role
0:54:47 – HOAs: When People With No Control Over Their Life Control Others
1:09:53 – The Comedy Community: The Most Supportive, Loving Group of People
1:14:50 – Between Albums: How Jeff Handled Being Creatively Lost After a Roast Run
1:24:50 – Cutting Red Meat After Learning It Contributes to Colon Cancer
1:39:50 – Medical School Teaches Almost Zero Nutrition — Doctors Don't Know
1:44:46 – Orange Juice Is Just Sugar Water: The Fiber Problem
1:59:57 – Johnny Knoxville and the Roast of Jackass Discussion
2:15:20 – Take a Banana for the Ride: Jeff's New Multimedia Show About Resilience
2:16:26 – The Banana Tattoo: Eddie Vedder Drew 'Born to Roast'

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. What's up, though? Joe. Good to see you, my friend. Same here, man. Let's crack a wacko. Starting point is 00:00:16 Life is good. Happy to be in Austin, Texas. Happy to have you. Are you doing Kill Tony tonight? I'll show up at Kill Tony tonight. Nice. Of course. My guy, so happy for him. Starting point is 00:00:29 Yeah, he's killing it. He always talks about us. as his early supporters. Oh, yeah, for sure. I love that guy. He's the best. I mean, that show is on fire. It's a fucking runaway train right now. Starting point is 00:00:42 Everywhere I go. Kill Tony, Kill Tony, Kill Tony. Love you on Kill Tony. It's such a fun show. You know, what a great idea. Kind of amazing. Nobody thought it up. Well, he just kind of put his open mics Starting point is 00:00:53 and his roasts and his personality and his friends and built a community. It's kind of amazing. Oh, it's incredible. He's the new Johnny Carson. I mean, think about how many like Adam Ray's Killing it, selling out giant theaters. All these guys that, you know, came through that show are fucking destroying now. Starting point is 00:01:08 This is our tribe, Joe. I know. I love it. It's amazing. It's a good time for comedy. Did I hear that you have a German Shepherd? No. No, I have a Golden Retriever, and I have a Cavalier, King Charles Spaniel. Starting point is 00:01:21 Oh, okay. A little tiny fella. Somebody told me something different. No. I love German Shepherds, but I don't have. I have a German Shepherd. They're the best. You have to exercise the shit out of them, though. Starting point is 00:01:31 Yeah. They need work. She loves to run around, dig, and climb and adventures. They need tasks. They're not like my golden. He's just cool, just chilling, laying on his back and his belly rub. Oh, I follow him on Instagram. Don't worry. Starting point is 00:01:45 He's the best....

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