Joe Rogan, the former host of Fear Factor and the voice behind The Joe Rogan Experience (JRE) podcast, earns acclaim for hosting high-profile guests like Elon Musk, Bernie Sanders, and Quentin Tarantino. The impressive roster of guests contributes significantly to the podcast’s immense popularity. The podcast draws in fans who eagerly tune in to witness their favorite celebrities engage in unfiltered and candid conversations. However, there are moments when Rogan himself becomes overwhelmed by the caliber of his guests, as he revealed in his latest podcast!

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In a recent episode of the JRE MMA show (episode no. 147), featuring Sean O’Malley and Tim Welch, Rogan shared his thoughts on one of his most illustrious guests, Snoop Dogg, providing insight into what makes “The Doggfather” such an iconic figure!

Joe Rogan was stunned by Snoop Dogg’s appearance on the JRE

During the conversation, Joe Rogan expressed his admiration for Snoop Dogg. Describing him as “amazing” and someone who left him feeling somewhat awestruck during their meeting. Rogan reminisced about the surreal experience of hanging out with Snoop Dogg. Sharing that they had engaging conversations while Snoop casually rolled blunts. He emphasized the uniqueness of the situation, saying, “I’m smoking weed with Snoop Dogg. This is so crazy.”

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Sean O’Malley, in response, acknowledged Snoop Dogg’s extensive network and influence, noting that “That dude’s connected.” Rogan added “He’s a great guy too, a great guy. And again, a real hustler, been around forever.” O’Malley then also mentioned that Snoop Dogg and Shaquille O’Neal are formidable businessmen.

Indeed, Snoop Dogg’s impact extends far beyond his chart-topping albums and hit songs, spanning a career of over three decades. And Shaquille O’Neal isn’t far behind!

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‘Shaq’ and Snoop Dogg’s incredible success

From groundbreaking albums like “Doggystyle” and “Tha Doggfather” to his venture into the cannabis industry through Casa Verde Capital, Snoop Dogg has consistently showcased his ability to navigate diverse industries and seize emerging opportunities.

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In 2015, Snoop Dogg co-founded Casa Verde Capital. A venture capital firm with a primary focus on investing in the burgeoning cannabis industry. Noteworthy investments by Casa Verde Capital include support for cannabis delivery service Eaze and cannabis-infused beverage brand Cann. According to TechCrunch, the firm impressively secured $100 million in its second-round investment in 2020.

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‘Shaq’, or Shaquille O’Neal, is a former NBA star, current television basketball analyst, and a thriving entrepreneur. ‘Shaq’ forged partnerships with various brands, including Pepsi and Reebok, and diversified his investment portfolio. Today, the NBA legend enjoys recognition from an even broader audience. Thanks to his endorsement of a multitude of products, his basketball commentary on TNT, and his extensive business endeavors. Encompassing diverse ventures such as the Majority ad agency, Ring doorbell, and his very own fast-food chain, Big Chicken.

These insights into Snoop Dogg and Shaq’s multifaceted careers and entrepreneurial endeavors serve as a testament to their remarkable talents, adaptability, and unwavering pursuit of success in various domains.

What do you make of Joe Rogan’s claims about Snoop Dogg? Let us know in the comments section below.

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