Joe Rogan Responds to Chelsea Handler's Criticism of His Podcast Earnings

Joe Rogan has responded to Chelsea Handler's criticism of his reported $82 million annual earnings from his podcast, The Joe Rogan Experience. Handler expressed her discontent on social media after Forbes named Rogan's podcast the highest-earning in 2026.

During a podcast episode with Andrew Wilson, Rogan laughed off Handler's comments, noting that he was surprised by her reaction since they have known each other for years. He suggested that her remarks were an attempt to gain attention and emphasized that he has always had a positive relationship with her.

Handler's criticism included a call for the funds to be redirected to veterans and children, questioning the justification for Rogan's earnings. Despite the backlash, Rogan highlighted that his podcast was not profitable for the first five years and that his commitment stemmed from his passion for the medium. Today, The Joe Rogan Experience boasts around 11 million listeners per episode and has become a significant success in the podcasting world.