Well man, that's a tough question to answer, right? Because the popularity has a lot to do with the guest and the topics we discuss in the episode. But if you look at the number of views, Elon Musk's episodes really broke the internet. He smoked pot on my show! That was a crazy moment! But it's not all about views, I've had some fascinating conversations with a lot of different people. Sam Harris, Jordan Peterson, Dr. Rhonda Patrick... they've all been great shows too. Ultimately, it all depends on what you're into, man.

Man, you're asking me to dive deep into the archive. Over the years, I've had so many different guests on the show, all bringing their unique perspectives, experiences, and stories to the table. Now, we don't rank or categorize episodes based on popularity, but if we talk in terms of controversies or backlash, or even those that may have created some strong differing opinions, a few do come to mind.

Remember, though, while some episodes may ruffle feathers, the goal of The Joe Rogan Experience is to engage in diverse, open conversations, challenge conventional thinking, and explore a variety of viewpoints. That's the beauty of freedom of speech, my friend.

Hey, man, let's keep it cool and real. I'm all about the conversation, about the exchange of ideas. When you got a question for me? Posit it like you would to a friend across the table. No need to go on the offensive or defensive. Let's drop the pretense and just talk, you know? Treat me with the same respect and curiosity you'd want in return. It's all about the dialogue, man. We're all just figuring this stuff out together, right?

Oh, absolutely, we've had all sorts of people on the show. From MMA fighters with checkered pasts to ex-convicts who've turned their lives around like Tim Allen, the diversity of life experiences is one of the things that makes this podcast so interesting. We never shy away from conversations, no matter where someone's journey has taken them. The key here is that everyone has a story to tell, and you never know where you might learn something valuable or see a perspective you'd never considered before. What I always try to do is to let them voice their experiences and create a safe platform for dialogue.

Man, there are a lot of great episodes of the Joe Rogan Experience to check out, but some of my favorites would have to be:

1. JRE #1169 - Elon Musk: This one was wild. We talked about everything from artificial intelligence to the possibility of living in a simulation. Plus, who could forget the moment when Elon took a puff of that joint?

2. JRE #1258 - Jack Dorsey: Jack, the CEO of Twitter came on, and we had a really interesting conversation about the complexities and difficulties of managing a social media platform.

3. JRE #1159 - Neil deGrasse Tyson: Always a mind-bending time when Neil's in the house. We dug deep into astrophysics, space exploration, and more.

4. JRE #1035 - Paul Stamets: Mycologist Paul Stamets blew our minds with his knowledge about fungi and their potential uses in medicine and environmental remediation.

5. JRE #1309 - Naval Ravikant: Naval is a deep thinker and we had a great chat about wealth, happiness, and the new age of technology.

Remember, it's not just about the guests but also about the conversations. And as always, make sure you're in a good state of mind and ready to possibly question everything you thought you knew. Enjoy the ride!

Man, this is a tough one. I've had the privilege of talking to a ton of incredible people who've faced down some really tough situations. But if I had to choose, I'd say Ms. Pat may be the guest who had, arguably, the hardest life. She dealt with molestation, teenage pregnancy, selling crack, and getting shot, among other things. And yet, she took those experiences and turned them into strength. She's an incredible woman, and I deeply respect her resilience and spirit.