Joe Rogan has provided insight into why his acclaimed podcast, “The Joe Rogan Experience,” was notably absent from the nominees for the first-ever Best Podcast category at the Golden Globes. In a recent explanation, Rogan disclosed that he chose not to submit his show for consideration due to the requirement of a $500 fee for the nomination process.
Rogan expressed his disdain for what he perceives as an arbitrary contest to determine the best podcast. “I didn’t submit,” he stated. “They asked me to submit, and I said, ‘No.’ I don’t care. I already won. I’ve been number one for six years in a row.” He emphasized that he feels his longstanding popularity should speak volumes without the need for awards or recognition from industry bodies.
The inaugural award was presented to Amy Poehler for her podcast “Good Hang,” defeating other notable contenders such as “Armchair Expert” with Dax Shepard and “Call Her Daddy” by Alex Cooper. Rogan, however, revealed that he has not listened to Poehler’s podcast and questioned the integrity of the process, suggesting that the award was granted based on her fame rather than merit.
He pointed out, “You gave it to a famous person, which, you know, in that world, that’s what they do.” Rogan criticized the idea of a group of people deciding which podcast deserves an award, asserting that such accolades are ultimately subjective and questioning the motives behind them.
Other prominent figures, including Bill Maher and Megyn Kelly, have echoed Rogan’s concerns, suggesting that the nomination process is flawed and potentially biased. Kelly specifically remarked that the exclusion of Rogan, who consistently outperforms others in viewership, reveals a “rigged” system while voicing her own hesitation about participating in the awards circuit.
In the backdrop of these discussions, Rogan maintained that his absence from the nominations should not be viewed through a political lens. “Awards for art are crazy,” he stated, reinforcing his belief that accolades are determined by self-appointed gatekeepers rather than genuine artistic merit. His perspective reflects a broader critique of the relationship between popularity and recognition in the entertainment industry, encouraging a reevaluation of the factors that define success in the realm of podcasting and beyond.