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Dr. Aziz Rahman, MD is a physician and board-certified radiologist who recently returned from Gaza after working in Nasser Hospital. Dr. Aziz joins Theo to talk about the day-to-day conditions of the hospital, what he gathered is going on at GHF food distribution sites, and how families are holding on to hope after living through so much pain. ------------------------------------------------ Tour Dates! https://theovon.com/tour New Merch: https://www.theovonstore.com ----------------------------...
Dusty Slay is a stand up comedian from Opelika, Alabama. Check out his new special “Wet Heat” streaming now on Netflix, and his podcast “We’re Having a Good Time”. Dusty joins Theo to talk about growing up in a semi-Laotian trailer park, selling pesticides in Charleston, and why he’s hunkering down in an orchard before AI takes over the world. Dusty Slay: https://www.instagram.com/dustyslay/?hl=en ------------------------------------------------ Tour Dates! https://theovon.com/tour New Merch: ht...
Internet sensation The Rizzler joins Theo Von to share insights into his unique life, including his experiences with viral fame, daily routines, and family dynamics. He talks about his love for gaming, a burgeoning acting career, and future sports ambitions, all while navigating the challenges and joys of being a young, famous personality from New Jersey. The conversation also touches on his personal interests, from collecting Pokemon cards to his relationships with his family and collaborators.
Theo Von sits down with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman to explore the multifaceted impact of rapidly developing artificial intelligence. They delve into how AI will redefine work, education, and economic structures, debating concepts like universal basic income and wealth. Altman shares both his excitement for AI's potential to democratize technology and address global challenges like energy, alongside his fears regarding mental health impacts, privacy, and the ethical governance of increasingly powerful systems. The conversation also touches on the nature of human purpose and creativity in an AI-driven future, offering a blend of hopeful predictions and candid acknowledgements of the unknown.
Joaquin Phoenix is an actor known for his many popular roles in films like “Joker”, “Walk the Line”, “the Master” and more. His latest movie “Eddington”, from director Ari Aster, is in theaters now. Joaquin joins Theo at the Hotel Chelsea in NYC to talk about how the chaos of 2020 inspired his new movie, the influence his dad had on his characters over the years, and why he feels so compelled to speak up on human rights issues. See “Eddington” in theaters https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oL6jZqEx...
Lewis Capaldi is a Scottish singer-songwriter known for hits like “Someone You Loved”, “Before You Go”, and his new song “Survive”. Lewis joins Theo in NYC to talk about his triumphant return to touring after taking 2 years off from music, an update on his mental health, and why so many UFOs are showing up in Scotland. Lewis Capaldi: https://www.instagram.com/lewiscapaldi ------------------------------------------------ Tour Dates! https://theovon.com/tour New Merch: https://www.theovonstore.com...
W. Bryan Hubbard is a veteran attorney and policy advocate for Ibogaine. He is the CEO of Americans For Ibogaine, and previously served as the 1st chairman of the Kentucky Opioid Commission. Bryan joins Theo to talk about all things Ibogaine. They discuss how it’s used to treat symptoms of addiction and PTSD, their own experiences with plant based medicine, and how government corruption can stop new treatments from reaching a broad audience. W. Bryan Hubbard: https://www.instagram.com/w_bryan_hu...
Dr. David Linden, Ph.D., is an author and professor of neuroscience at Johns Hopkins University. He has written several popular books on the brain including his latest, “Unique: The New Science of Human Individuality.” Dr. Linden joins Theo to talk about some of the science behind our motivations as human beings, what actually makes a person unique, and how receiving his own terminal cancer diagnosis affected the way he thinks about mortality. Dr. David Linden: https://www.instagram.com/dlinden4...
Glenny Balls is an entertainer, podcaster and the co-star of “Sundae Conversations” with Caleb Pressley. He also has his own podcast “OnlyStans”. Glenny joins Theo after a weekend together at the UFC fights in Vegas. They talk white whale podcast guests, Long Island 4th of July memories, and if Glenny has dreams of becoming America’s new Bourdain. Glenny Balls: https://www.instagram.com/glennyballs/ ------------------------------------------------ Tour Dates! https://theovon.com/tour New Merch: ...
Kevin Gates is a rapper, producer and songwriter originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. His latest album “I’m Him 2” is streaming now everywhere, and his new mixtape “Luca Brasi 4” is coming soon. Kevin joins Theo to talk about their shared roots in Louisiana, his mentality around constantly evolving as a human, and his favorite recipes from prison. Kevin Gates: https://www.instagram.com/iamkevingates ------------------------------------------------ Tour Dates! https://theovon.com/tour New Merc...
Theo Von talks with Congressman Thomas Massey about his unique lifestyle, including living off-grid and in a camper. They dive deep into complex issues like the national debt, the influence of lobbyists (especially foreign ones like AIPAC), and the military-industrial complex. Massey shares insights on the inner workings of Congress, the challenges of omnibus bills, his relationships with political figures like Mike Johnson and Donald Trump, and what citizens can do to impact politics.
Ro Khanna is the congressman for California’s 17th district and a member of the Democratic Party. He is originally from Philadelphia, PA and also served as co-chair on Bernie Sanders’ presidential campaign in 2020. Rep. Ro Khanna joins Theo to talk about going bi-partisan to stop America’s involvement in another war, his thoughts on the rise of AI as the representative for Silicon Valley, and what needs to happen for future generations to still achieve the American dream. Ro Khanna: https://x.co...
Theo is back with a solo episode to talk about the importance of good dads in today’s world, his recent trip to Qatar, and reflections from his interview with Vice President JD Vance. He also responds to some of your voicemails and thinks back on some of the positive male role models in his life. ------------------------------------------------ Tour Dates! https://theovon.com/tour New Merch: https://www.theovonstore.com ------------------------------------------------- Sponsored By: Celsius: Go ...
Mike Duncan is a historian, author and podcaster known for his shows “History of Rome” and “Revolutions”. He has also written several books on these topics including “The Calm Before the Storm” and “Hero of Two Worlds”. Mike joins Theo to take a walk through the History of Rome. They discuss the religious traditions that guided their culture, what day-to-day life was like for a regular Roman, and the political similarities between their empire and America. Mike Duncan: https://www.instagram.com/...
Theo Von hosts Vice President J.D. Vance, discussing the night of the 2024 election victory at Mar-a-Lago and life in the Vice President's Residence. They delve into political hot topics including the recent Elon Musk fallout over the "Big Beautiful Bill," the rationale behind large bundled legislation, concerns about AI regulation and data privacy with Palantir, and the U.S. role in the Gaza conflict. Vance also touches on efforts towards healthcare price transparency and navigating donor relationships in politics.
Arnold Schwarzenegger discusses his incredible journey from Austria to America, detailing his rise in bodybuilding and transition to acting and politics. He shares insights on discipline, vision, the importance of helping others, and his experience as Governor of California. The conversation also touches on his new Netflix show FUBAR and personal life, including family and health.
Nigel Ng is a comedian, content creator and restaurateur originally from Malaysia. He’s known for his viral character “Uncle Roger” who roasts celebrity chefs and bad cooking. Nigel joins Theo to talk about some of the big differences between eastern and western cultures, how his viral food content led to him opening a restaurant of his own, and the joke that might have put him on China’s watchlist… Nigel Ng: https://www.instagram.com/mrnigelng/ ------------------------------------------------ T...
Andrew Huberman is a Stanford University neuroscientist and host of the “Huberman Lab” podcast which focuses on health, wellbeing and science. Andrew Huberman joins Theo to talk about how we can optimize our daily routines for the better, the science behind strong romantic relationships, and the powerful connection between dopamine and addiction. Andrew Huberman: https://www.instagram.com/hubermanlab/?hl=en ------------------------------------------------ Tour Dates! https://theovon.com/tour New...
Christopher Curtis is a retired police sergeant who spent 20+ years with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. In his career he was also a designated crisis and hostage negotiator. Sgt. Christopher Curtis joins Theo to talk about what really goes on when someone is detained, how race relations affect both sides of law enforcement, and the intense situations he found himself in as a crisis negotiator. ------------------------------------------------ Tour Dates! https://theovon.com/tour Ne...
Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson is a former NFL wide receiver who spent the majority of his career with the Cincinnati Bengals. He now co-hosts “Nightcap” with Shannon Sharpe and is also a commentator for ESPN. Theo is joined by the one and only Ochocinco while in Miami. They talk about how he navigated his unique and illustrious career, why he only dates moms now, and how he leaned on a sultry profession to survive before the fame… Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson: https://www.instagram.com/ochocinco/ -------...
Caleb Pressley is an interviewer, content creator and host known for his hit show “Sundae Conversations”. Caleb Pressley returns to talk about going independent from Barstool, what the Mexican Easter bunny is up to, and if Bill Belichick has opened up the portal for age gap relationships. Caleb Pressley: https://www.instagram.com/calebpressley/ ------------------------------------------------ Tour Dates! https://theovon.com/tour New Merch: https://www.theovonstore.com ---------------------------...
Theo is back with a solo episode to talk about Mother’s Day memories, the new American pope, and a wild situation he encountered at the masseuse. He also listens to some of your voicemails in response to a previous call-in about grief. ------------------------------------------------ Tour Dates! https://theovon.com/tour New Merch: https://www.theovonstore.com ------------------------------------------------- Sponsored By: DoorDash: For a limited time, use code THEO50 to get 50% off, up to $15 va...
Theo Von is joined by comedian and actor David Spade for a wide-ranging conversation. They discuss Spade's new comedy special "Dandelion," memories of their time making the movie "Busboys," and share stories from their careers, including experiences with Chris Farley and humorous anecdotes from traveling. The discussion touches on the challenges of independent filmmaking, the evolution of comedy material, and reactions to odd news stories and celebrity encounters.
Mark Zuckerberg is an entrepreneur, inventor and philanthropist who founded Facebook in 2004 at 19 years old. The company later turned into Meta which continues to be one of the largest and most influential tech companies in the world. Mark Zuckerberg joins Theo at the Meta campus in Silicon Valley. They talk about his journey from dropping out of Harvard to starting one of the biggest companies in the world, the pros and cons of managing a site that 3 billion people use every month, and his pre...
Ben Affleck is an Oscar award-winning actor, director and writer. His new movie “The Accountant 2” is in theaters this Friday 4/25. Ben Affleck joins Theo to talk about making movies in the age of social media, his thoughts on all the unwanted paparazzi attention he gets, and what he values most about being a dad. Ben Affleck: https://x.com/BenAffleck ------------------------------------------------ Tour Dates! https://theovon.com/tour New Merch: https://www.theovonstore.com --------------------...
Mike Rowe is a best-selling author, narrator, podcaster, and TV host known for his hit show “Dirty Jobs”. He also started the mikeroweWORKS Foundation which gives out millions in scholarships every year. His new show “People You Should Know” premieres on his YouTube channel May 2nd. Mike Rowe returns to talk about some of the big issues facing America’s workforce today, if Trump’s tariffs will bring manufacturing back, and why he thinks there’s a war going on against the idea of work itself. Mik...
Kevin Von Erich (Kevin Adkisson) is a retired wrestler, WWE Hall of Famer and member of the legendary Von Erich wrestling family- alongside his brothers Chris, David, Mike and Kerry. Their story was told in the 2023 film “The Iron Claw”. Theo is joined by wrestling legend Kevin Von Erich to talk about growing up in the ring, the truth about this family’s complicated legacy, and his advice to anyone dealing with grief and loss. Kevin Von Erich: https://www.instagram.com/thekevinvonerich/ --------...
Lane Kiffin is heading into his fifth season as Head Football Coach at the University of Mississippi. He has led the Rebels to four consecutive bowl berths, including two New Year’s Six appearances, under his guidance since 2020. Theo joins Coach Kiffin in his office in Oxford, MS to talk about his somewhat polarizing reputation in the world of college football, how much SEC football means to people, and secrets from his legendary coaches group chat. Lane Kiffin: https://www.instagram.com/therea...
Mark Normand is a stand-up comedian and podcaster. You can see him live on tour this year, and also check out his podcasts “Tuesdays with Stories” and “We Might Be Drunk”. Mark Normand returns to talk about becoming a new dad, the uncertain future of Hooters, and his new show “Page to Stage” where he follows comedians as they write and perform new jokes for the first time. Mark Normand: https://www.instagram.com/marknormand/ ------------------------------------------------ Tour Dates! https://th...
Morgan Wallen is a country musician and songwriter originally from Knoxville, Tennessee. His new album “I’m the Problem” is out May 16th. Morgan Wallen returns to talk about his new album, putting together the perfect hunting lease, and watching his son learn his music. Morgan Wallen: https://www.instagram.com/morganwallen I’m The Problem (out 5/16/25): https://morganwallen.lnk.to/imtheproblemalbum Morgan Wallen Foundation: https://morganwallenfoundation.org -------------------------------------...
