UFC’s beloved color commentator, Joe Rogan, is one of the most successful people who is involved in the promotion. His podcast show has taken him a long way. It has made him one of the most popular people in the media world.

The Joe Rogan Experience is one of the most popular podcast shows of all time and is loved by millions of his fans. After signing a deal with Spotify for his podcast show, Rogan’s net worth has increased by over $200 million.

On a recent episode of his podcast show, the UFC color commentator revealed one event which he really wants to experience. Rogan said that he wishes to attend the iconic Kentucky Derby. After reading it in a book by Hunter S Thompson, he was intrigued by its concept.

Rogan said, “you know what I want to go to that I haven’t been? To the Kentucky derby, I heard it’s wild. I had no interest until I read the Kentucky Derby is Decadent and depraved by Hunter S Thompson. I read that and I was like Jesus Christ.”

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Rogan continued, “his Depiction of all these rich f*cked up people gambling and betting on these horse races. What is the scene is like. It’s this wild social scene of all these decadent, depraved people all getting together. I was like oh my God, I need to go. I need to book a gig around it.”

Joe Rogan praises Hunter S Thompson

Hunter S Thompson was one of the most prolific writers in the world of literature and journalism. His book ‘Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas,’ has received praise from all over the world and is iconic in the history of journalism.

His unorthodox style of journalism, also known as gonzo journalism, is something no one had done before he did.

In an episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, Rogan praised the author/ journalist for his iconic work. Rogan is a big fan of Thompson and has shown his appreciation for him many times.

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Rogan praised ‘Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas,’ as one of the best political pieces he’s ever read. He also found the way the writer affected politics quite hilarious and lauded the writer for his individuality.