Joe Rogan Reveals He Declined Volodymyr Zelensky’s Podcast Request

The podcaster cited a desire to avoid international and presidential politics as his reason for turning down the Ukrainian president's appearance on his show.

Joe Rogan stated on his podcast that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s team had reached out to arrange an appearance on 'The Joe Rogan Experience.'
Rogan declined the request, explaining that he wanted to avoid involving himself in international and presidential political matters.
This revelation follows Rogan’s controversial decision to host and endorse Donald Trump on his podcast during the 2024 U.S. presidential election season.
Rogan’s refusal to host Zelensky contrasts with his decision to engage with other high-profile political figures, including Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, although Harris ultimately did not appear.
Zelensky’s outreach aligns with his broader efforts to maintain U.S. support for Ukraine during its ongoing war with Russia, while navigating shifting political dynamics in the U.S.