This Past Weekend

Grace O’Malley is a comedian and podcaster originally from Boston, MA. She previously co-hosted the Barstool show “Plan Bri-Uncut”, and has a new podcast launching next month. You can also see her live on her “Down for Anything” tour happening now. Grace O’Malley joins Theo to talk about growing up in Boston before heading to NYC for comedy, how she found herself as the co-host of one of Barstool’s most popular shows, why she’s going solo now, and what she’s got planned for her new podcast.

Joe Rogan is a comedian, podcaster, and UFC commentator. He is the host of the biggest podcast in the world, “The Joe Rogan Experience”, and also owns the Comedy Mothership in Austin, TX. Joe Rogan joins Theo to talk about drones vs. aliens, if anyone will be able to stop government corruption, and what Joe wants to do with his time when he’s done podcasting.

Dave Smith is a stand-up comedian, podcaster and political commentator. He hosts his own show “Part of the Problem w/ Dave Smith” and is one third of the comedy podcast “Legion of Skanks” with Big Jay Oakerson and Luis J Gomez. Dave Smith joins Theo to talk about predictions for Trump’s second term, how governments control information to promote their agenda, and what a libertarian approach to solving America’s problems looks like.

Caleb Hammer is a financial advisor and content creator known for his popular show “Financial Audit” where he interviews real people about their spending habits. Caleb Hammer joins Theo to talk about the origins of his show “Financial Audit” (and how it sprung from his own money issues), the number one thing Gen-Z is going into debt over, and his advice for finding your own financial security.

Theo is back with a solo episode to talk about his trip to the Inauguration, the wild group he was paired with during the ceremonies, and his side of the now-viral chair incident...

Katt Williams is a stand-up comedian and actor known for his many movies and classic comedy specials. He is performing live on his “Heaven on Earth” tour now through May. Theo is joined by the legend himself, Katt Williams. They talk about what life has been like since his explosive interview last year, why he feels compelled to expose dark forces in the world, and what he thinks about Theo’s statue of him…

Laila Mickelwait is the author of "Takedown: Inside the Fight to Shut Down Pornhub for Child Abuse, Rape, and Sex Trafficking". She is the Co-Founder/CEO of the Justice Defense Fund and the Founder of the #Traffickinghub movement. Laila Mickelwait joins Theo to talk about why she's taking on the biggest porn websites in the world, the issues of sexual crime and sex trafficking online, and what can be done to make the internet safer.

Antonio Brown is a former NFL wide receiver who played for the Pittsburgh Steelers, New England Patriots, Oakland Raiders and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Lately he is known for his social commentary and "Cracker of the Day" picks on X. Antonio Brown joins Theo to talk about his active online presence these days, his favorite players and moments from his legendary NFL career, and why he thinks "Cracker of the Day" could help solve America’s racial problems for good.

Ari Shaffir is a stand-up comedian and podcaster. His new special "America's Sweetheart" is out now on Netflix, and you can also check out his podcast “You Be Trippin”. Ari Shaffir joins Theo to talk about why he’s going on a “farewell” tour, what’s really going on in Jackson Hole China, and why he thinks everyone needs to take a step back from consuming the news.

Richard Reeves is a British-American writer, speaker and social scientist. He is also President of the American Institute for Boys and Men Richard Reeves joins Theo to talk about why he thinks many men are struggling to find purpose in today’s world, how becoming a role model or mentor can change your life forever, and the key difference in how men and women communicate.

Alexandr Wang is the founder and CEO of Scale AI, a platform that provides data training for AI programs. In 2021 he was named the youngest self-made billionaire in the world by Forbes at the age of 24. Theo is joined by Alexandr Wang to talk all about AI and how it’s changing our world fast. They discuss Alex’s choice to drop out of MIT to pursue this field full time, the debate over whether it’s creating or eliminating jobs, and how soon regular people will start to see these programs in their everyday lives.

Tom Green is a comedian, actor, writer and filmmaker. He’s known for the legendary “Tom Green Show” as well as his many movies like “Road Trip” and “Freddy Got Fingered”. His new stand-up special “I Got a Mule!” is out now on Prime Video. Tom Green joins Theo to talk about leaving Hollywood for the country, why he was so focused on making the wildest content possible when he was young, and how Canada and the U.S. can come back together once and for all.

Bert Kreischer is a stand-up comedian, podcaster and actor known for his shows “Bertcast”, “Something’s Burning” and “2 Bears 1 Cave” with Tom Segura. His new special “Lucky” premieres March 18th on Netflix. Bert Kresicher joins Theo to talk about winning at couples therapy, the long lost pilot he and Theo made years ago, and why his next big project could be a Bollywood music video.

Candace Owens is a political commentator and podcaster known for her investigative series and interviews. You can watch new episodes of her show “Candace” every week. Candace Owens joins Theo to talk about some of her most explosive series featuring both celebs and world leaders, if she ever fears for her safety as a result of these investigations, and details on a new series where she’s been interviewing Harvey Weinstein from jail.

Hasan Piker is a Twitch streamer and political commentator known for his leftist ideologies and reactions to current social issues. Hasan Piker joins Theo to talk about Trump’s speech to congress, why he thinks no political party represents the workers of this country, and how he thinks America could use its immense wealth and power for good.

Danny McBride is a comedian, writer, director, and actor known for his shows Eastbound and Down, Vice Principals and The Righteous Gemstones, now airing its 4th and final season on HBO. Danny McBride joins Theo to talk about strange scout leaders from childhood, the downsides of being a professional boogie-boarder, and how he’s always found a way to make his creative ideas a reality. He also gives Theo a special gift to commemorate the occasion.

Andrew Schulz is a stand-up comedian and podcaster. His new special “LIFE” is streaming now on Netflix, and you can also check out his podcasts “Flagrant” and “Brilliant Idiots”. Andrew Schulz returns to talk about his new life as a dad, the showdown with Logan Paul at Madison Square Garden, and why he thinks politicians will always lag behind culture.

Adam Devine is an actor, comedian, writer and director known for his roles in shows like “Workaholics”, “The Righteous Gemstones” and more. You can also check out his podcast “This is Important” with the other Workaholics guys. Adam Devine returns to talk about becoming a new dad (and embracing boat life), how he miraculously survived getting hit by a car as a kid, and a recent health scare that changed everything for him.

Theo is back with a solo episode to talk about crashing a firefighter party in the Bronx, taking his mom to the Grand Ole Opry, and angering a guy with his chili toppings. He also responds to some of your voicemails and talks to a guy who survived falling 70 feet off of a balcony.

Morgan Wallen is a country musician and songwriter originally from Knoxville, Tennessee. His new album “I’m the Problem” is out May 16th. Morgan Wallen returns to talk about his new album, putting together the perfect hunting lease, and watching his son learn his music.

Mark Normand is a stand-up comedian and podcaster. You can see him live on tour this year, and also check out his podcasts “Tuesdays with Stories” and “We Might Be Drunk”. Mark Normand returns to talk about becoming a new dad, the uncertain future of Hooters, and his new show “Page to Stage” where he follows comedians as they write and perform new jokes for the first time.

Lane Kiffin is heading into his fifth season as Head Football Coach at the University of Mississippi. He has led the Rebels to four consecutive bowl berths, including two New Year’s Six appearances, under his guidance since 2020. Theo joins Coach Kiffin in his office in Oxford, MS to talk about his somewhat polarizing reputation in the world of college football, how much SEC football means to people, and secrets from his legendary coaches group chat. Sorry about my voice in parts of this one guys. The road shows took my sound outta me!

Kevin Von Erich (Kevin Adkisson) is a retired wrestler, WWE Hall of Famer and member of the legendary Von Erich wrestling family- alongside his brothers Chris, David, Mike and Kerry. Their story was told in the 2023 film “The Iron Claw”. Theo is joined by wrestling legend Kevin Von Erich to talk about growing up in the ring, the truth about this family’s complicated legacy, and his advice to anyone dealing with grief and loss.

Mike Rowe is a best-selling author, narrator, podcaster, and TV host known for his hit show “Dirty Jobs”. He also started the mikeroweWORKS Foundation which gives out millions in scholarships every year. His new show “People You Should Know” premieres on his YouTube channel May 2nd. Mike Rowe returns to talk about some of the big issues facing America’s workforce today, if Trump’s tariffs will bring manufacturing back, and why he thinks there’s a war going on against the idea of work itself.

Ben Affleck is an Oscar award-winning actor, director and writer. His new movie “The Accountant 2” is in theaters this Friday 4/25. Ben Affleck joins Theo to talk about making movies in the age of social media, his thoughts on all the unwanted paparazzi attention he gets, and what he values most about being a dad.

Mark Zuckerberg is an entrepreneur, inventor and philanthropist who founded Facebook in 2004 at 19 years old. The company later turned into Meta which continues to be one of the largest and most influential tech companies in the world. Mark Zuckerberg joins Theo at the Meta campus in Silicon Valley. They talk about his journey from dropping out of Harvard to starting one of the biggest companies in the world, the pros and cons of managing a site that 3 billion people use every month, and his predictions for how tech and humanity will intertwine in the future.

David Spade is a stand-up comedian and actor. His new special “Dandelion” is streaming now on Prime Video. You can also check out his podcast “Fly on the Wall” with Dana Carvey. David Spade returns to talk about the time he rolled up on a fireworks stand to check the Joe Dirt vibes, movies he could have made with the late Chris Farley, and the never-ending quest to be ageless in Hollywood.

Theo is back with a solo episode to talk about Mother’s Day memories, the new American pope, and a wild situation he encountered at the masseuse. He also listens to some of your voicemails in response to a previous call-in about grief.

Caleb Pressley is an interviewer, content creator and host known for his hit show “Sundae Conversations”. Caleb Pressley returns to talk about going independent from Barstool, what the Mexican Easter bunny is up to, and if Bill Belichick has opened up the portal for age gap relationships.

Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson is a former NFL wide receiver who spent the majority of his career with the Cincinnati Bengals. He now co-hosts “Nightcap” with Shannon Sharpe and is also a commentator for ESPN. Theo is joined by the one and only Ochocinco while in Miami. They talk about how he navigated his unique and illustrious career, why he only dates moms now, and how he leaned on a sultry profession to survive before the fame…

Christopher Curtis is a retired police sergeant who spent 20+ years with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. In his career he was also a designated crisis and hostage negotiator. Sgt. Christopher Curtis joins Theo to talk about what really goes on when someone is detained, how race relations affect both sides of law enforcement, and the intense situations he found himself in as a crisis negotiator.

Andrew Huberman is a Stanford University neuroscientist and host of the “Huberman Lab” podcast which focuses on health, wellbeing and science. Andrew joins Theo to talk about how we can optimize our daily routines for the better, the science behind strong romantic relationships, and the powerful connection between dopamine and addiction.

Nigel Ng is a comedian, content creator and restaurateur originally from Malaysia. He’s known for his viral character “Uncle Roger” who roasts celebrity chefs and bad cooking. Nigel joins Theo to talk about some of the big differences between eastern and western cultures, how his viral food content led to him opening a restaurant of his own, and the joke that might have put him on China’s watchlist…

Arnold Schwarzenegger is an actor, bodybuilding legend, best-selling author, entrepreneur and former Governor of California. Season 2 of his show ‘Fubar’ premieres on Netflix June 12th. Arnold invites Theo to his office to talk about leaving Austria to turn his American dream into a reality, what he learned about politics when he was Governor of California, and why a mindset is all you need to succeed at your goals.

JD Vance is the Vice President of the United States. He served as a Senator from Ohio before winning the presidency with Donald Trump in 2024. Vice President JD Vance joins Theo to talk about the Elon Musk fallout, the debate over what’s actually in the “Big Beautiful Bill” and the night he watched Gladiator 2 in the White House movie theater.

Mike Duncan is a historian, author and podcaster known for his shows “History of Rome” and “Revolutions”. He has also written several books on these topics including “The Calm Before the Storm” and “Hero of Two Worlds”. Mike joins Theo to take a walk through the History of Rome. They discuss the religious traditions that guided their culture, what day-to-day life was like for a regular Roman, and the political similarities between their empire and America.

Theo is back with a solo episode to talk about the importance of good dads in today’s world, his recent trip to Qatar, and reflections from his interview with Vice President JD Vance. He also responds to some of your voicemails and thinks back on some of the positive male role models in his life.

Ro Khanna is the congressman for California’s 17th district and a member of the Democratic Party. He is originally from Philadelphia, PA and also served as co-chair on Bernie Sanders’ presidential campaign in 2020. Rep. Ro Khanna joins Theo to talk about going bi-partisan to stop America’s involvement in another war, his thoughts on the rise of AI as the representative for Silicon Valley, and what needs to happen for future generations to still achieve the American dream.

Thomas Massie is a Republican congressman for Kentucky's 4th district. He is also a farmer and engineer with a Masters degree from MIT. Rep. Thomas Massie joins Theo to talk about living off the grid as a member of congress, why both parties are to blame for the rising national debt, and how he developed a somewhat rocky relationship with President Trump…

Kevin Gates is a rapper, producer and songwriter originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. His latest album “I’m Him 2” is streaming now everywhere, and his new mixtape “Luca Brasi 4” is coming soon. Kevin joins Theo to talk about their shared roots in Louisiana, his mentality around constantly evolving as a human, and his favorite recipes from prison.

Glenny Balls is an entertainer, podcaster and the co-star of “Sundae Conversations” with Caleb Pressley. He also has his own podcast “OnlyStans”. Glenny joins Theo after a weekend together at the UFC fights in Vegas. They talk white whale podcast guests, Long Island 4th of July memories, and if Glenny has dreams of becoming America’s new Bourdain.

Dr. David Linden, Ph.D., is an author and professor of neuroscience at Johns Hopkins University. He has written several popular books on the brain including his latest, “Unique: The New Science of Human Individuality.” Dr. Linden joins Theo to talk about some of the science behind our motivations as human beings, what actually makes a person unique, and how receiving his own terminal cancer diagnosis affected the way he thinks about mortality.

W. Bryan Hubbard is a veteran attorney and policy advocate for Ibogaine. He is the CEO of Americans For Ibogaine, and previously served as the 1st chairman of the Kentucky Opioid Commission. Bryan joins Theo to talk about all things Ibogaine. They discuss how it’s used to treat symptoms of addiction and PTSD, their own experiences with plant based medicine, and how government corruption can stop new treatments from reaching a broad audience.

Lewis Capaldi is a Scottish singer-songwriter known for hits like “Someone You Loved”, “Before You Go”, and his new song “Survive”. Lewis joins Theo in NYC to talk about his triumphant return to touring after taking 2 years off from music, an update on his mental health, and why so many UFOs are showing up in Scotland.

Joaquin Phoenix is an actor known for his many popular roles in films like “Joker”, “Walk the Line”, “the Master” and more. His latest movie “Eddington”, from director Ari Aster, is in theaters now. Joaquin joins Theo at the Hotel Chelsea in NYC to talk about how the chaos of 2020 inspired his new movie, the influence his dad had on his characters over the years, and why he feels so compelled to speak up on human rights issues.

Sam Altman is an entrepreneur, investor and CEO of the artificial intelligence company OpenAI, known for their popular program ChatGPT. Theo joins Sam at the OpenAI office in San Francisco to talk about the pros and cons of developing AI so rapidly, how these new technologies will change our idea of “work” forever, and the ethical debate around the merging of man and machine.

The Rizzler is a social media personality, entertainer, and child. He’s known for his viral videos featuring his “Rizz” face, and appearances alongside “the Costco Guys”. The Rizzler joins Theo to talk about what his life is like now after becoming one of the most famous people on earth, how he spends his time with his family in New Jersey, and plans to dip into the world of acting (and wrestling).

Dusty Slay is a stand up comedian from Opelika, Alabama. Check out his new special “Wet Heat” streaming now on Netflix, and his podcast “We’re Having a Good Time”. Dusty joins Theo to talk about growing up in a semi-Laotian trailer park, selling pesticides in Charleston, and why he’s hunkering down in an orchard before AI takes over the world.

Dr. Aziz Rahman, MD is a physician and board-certified radiologist who recently returned from Gaza after working in Nasser Hospital. Dr. Aziz joins Theo to talk about the day-to-day conditions of the hospital, what he gathered is going on at GHF food distribution sites, and how families are holding on to hope after living through so much pain.

Mariana van Zeller is a journalist and correspondent for National Geographic. The 5th season of her show “Trafficked with Mariana Van Zeller” is streaming now. Theo is joined by Mariana to learn all about the black markets of the world. They talk about what she saw inside drug manufacturing sites in Central America, the scary world of bride trafficking, and what she learned after talking to a real assassin in LA.

Jim Jefferies is a stand up comedian, podcaster and actor. His tenth special “Two Limb Policy” is streaming now on Netflix. Jim returns to the show to talk about the fragile friendship between Australia and America, the legend of “Chopper” Read, and how meeting his disabled fans inspired his new special.

Theo returns with a solo episode to talk about going to Hulk Hogan’s funeral, a new vision for the Grammy’s, and what some girls in Philly are like. He also responds to some of your voicemails and shares some thoughts about the power of brotherhood.

Lainey Wilson is a country singer and songwriter from Baskin, Louisiana. The deluxe version of her latest album “Whirlwind” is streaming now everywhere. Lainey returns to reminisce about Louisiana upbringings, getting her own exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame, and the time Hardy took her whole crew to a strip club in Alabama.

Theo is joined by a young Amish man from Minnesota who is currently on Rumspringa. They talk about the Amish way of life, how the process of Rumspringa works, and some of the unique experiences he’s had dipping his toe out into the world.

Jim Norton is a stand up comedian, podcaster and radio broadcaster known for shows like “Opie and Anthony”, “Jim and Sam” and more. His new special “Unconceivable” is out now on YouTube and you can also check out his podcast “Jim Norton Can’t Save You”. Jim joins Theo to talk about new developments in the Shamokin Dunkin Donuts saga, celebrity encounters from his radio career, and his thoughts on non-traditional love.

Chris Distefano is a stand-up comedian, podcaster and host from New York City. Check out his podcast “History Hyenas” with Yannis Pappas available everywhere. Chris returns to talk about the new art of predator hunting, his thoughts on who could be the next mayor of New York, and why he’s locked in on being more present every day.

Steven Rinella is an outdoorsman, conservationist, and writer. Check out the new season of his show “MeatEater” as well as “The MeatEater Podcast” available on all platforms. Steven joins Theo to talk about how humans have coexisted with animals throughout history, what goes into doing the craziest bird calls, and why hunters are doing more than anyone to promote conservation in America.

Louis C.K. is a stand-up comedian, filmmaker, and author. His first novel “Ingram” is available now for pre-order. Louis C.K. returns to talk with Theo about the English language, his writing process and being human.

Pete Davidson is a stand-up comedian and actor from Staten Island, New York. His first international tour kicks off this week in Singapore. Pete joins Theo in NYC to talk about the excitement of becoming a new dad, memories of his own father, and why “Frequency” with Dennis Quaid is one of the best movies ever.

Forrest Galante is a wildlife biologist, adventurer, and TV host known for his shows “Animals on Drugs” and “Extinct or Alive”, along with his multiple Shark Week specials. Forrest joins Theo to talk about growing up a bush-kid under political turmoil in Zimbabwe, his multiple near-death experiences in the wild, and how to make an animal “de-extinct”.

Theo is back to talk about the circus coming to Nashville, new glasses, and what happened this past weekend in New York City. Big thanks to Joey Diaz, Bonnie McFarlane, and Lee Kimbrell for their help with the special taping.

Ken Burns is a documentary filmmaker, writer and historian known for his many films with PBS. His latest, “The American Revolution” premieres November 16th. Ken joins Theo to talk about why he believes the American Revolution was the most important event since the birth of Christ, how George Washington organized America’s first army, and what the founding fathers really had in mind when writing the Declaration of Independence.

Kara Connolly is a former detective and police officer who recently retired following a 30+ year career in the Boston area. After her time as a patrolwoman she transferred to the Human Trafficking Division where she worked undercover. Kara joins Theo to talk about some of her most unique cases as a detective, going undercover on Backpage to target sex-buyers, and her thoughts on why crime enforcement has softened in recent years.

Aziz Ansari is a stand-up comedian, actor, writer and filmmaker. His new movie “Good Fortune” is in theaters Oct. 17th. Aziz joins Theo to talk about writing and directing his first film, the mystery of mini anamalia, and how his family found community in the south when he was growing up.

Sam and Colby (Sam Golbach + Colby Brock) are paranormal content creators. Their annual Halloween series “Hell Month” is happening now through 10/31. Sam and Colby join Theo to talk about traveling the world in search of the paranormal, meeting spirituality halfway, and getting a private tour through France’s biggest underground boneyard.

Stan is a chauffeur and driver who was born and raised in the Bronx, but currently operates in the Columbia, SC area. Theo and Stan talk about his journey from New York to the South, the proper etiquette of being a Chauffeur, and what he’s learned about women over the years. Thank you Stan for your time and for your commitment to taking care of your passengers.

“No Nonsense” Keith Peterson is a professional MMA referee known for his work in the UFC. He is also a diesel mechanic and a wrestling coach in New York. Keith joins Theo to talk about what’s going through the mind of a referee during a fight, his alter ego as a frontman in a hardcore band, and what he loves about coaching his daughter in wrestling.

Andrew Santino is a stand-up comedian, podcaster and actor. His new special “White Noise” is streaming now on Hulu, and you can also check out his shows “Bad Friends”, “Whiskey Ginger” and “No Bad Lies”. Andrew returns to the show to talk about visiting the middle east with Bobby Lee, what the future holds for gingers, and holding onto friendships as the world gets more disconnected.

Miles Teller is an actor known for his roles in films like “Whiplash”, “Top Gun: Maverick” and more. His new movie “Eternity” is in theaters 11/26. Miles joins Theo to talk about adventures from his childhood in Florida, working with veterans both on and off the set, and how his new movie changed his perspective on the afterlife.

Gary Sinise is an actor, activist and philanthropist known for his work helping veterans, first responders and their families. Gary joins Theo to talk about what he’s learned from service men and women over decades of working with them, why he thinks the story of Lt. Dan is a hopeful one, and how his late son Mac is leaving a legacy of his own.

Sketch is a streamer and content creator from Houston, TX. You can see him on the latest season of the show “Inside” on Netflix. Sketch returns to talk about going to college football games all across America, how the viral reaction to his leaks prompted a “Sketch of the Union” address, and the truth about Lewis and Clark.