Rick Glassman revealed a surprising detail about his experience with Joe Rogan’s podcast during a recent episode of his show Take Your Shoes Off with guest Sam Morril. The comedian disclosed that he recorded a lengthy episode of The Joe Rogan Experience approximately two years ago that was never released to the public.
When Morril mentioned he would be appearing on Rogan’s podcast the following week, Glassman shared his unusual story.
“Did I ever tell you that I did Rogan 2 years ago and they never posted it?” he said. Morril responded with surprise, asking “What?” and seeking clarification about why the episode never aired.
Glassman explained that he never received a clear explanation for why the recording was shelved. “I didn’t get a real answer,” he stated.
Glassman explained, “They said that they had other stuff that they needed to get out and then they stopped just answering me.”
The episode was notably long, lasting approximately four hours. When Morril expressed disbelief at the length, asking “4 hours?” Glassman confirmed the duration.
He said, “It was 4 hours. I was there for 4 hours.”
The comedian suggested that the dynamic between him and Rogan may not have clicked as intended. When Morril asked if Glassman had been messing around with Rogan during the recording, Glassman replied, “I think he thought I was.”
However, he indicated this wasn’t intentional provocation, adding “But this is just who you are,” as Morril observed.
Glassman acknowledged he believed the conversation went well from his perspective.
“I thought it went really well,” he said.
Morril offered some reassurance, suggesting that Glassman might eventually get another opportunity to appear on Rogan’s podcast.
“Well, you’ll get back on someday, I’m sure,” he said.
Glassman, however used the moment to explain his approach to his career and creative identity. Rather than worrying about whether a particular platform gives him exposure, he emphasized the importance of remaining true to himself and the people who support his work.
“Hey, man. My job is to show up for myself, my community. And if it trickles down anywhere else, what a luxury. But I could only be the best version of myself, which might not be as good as somebody else. But if I pretend to be them, I’m just, you know what I mean?”
