Rogan in the past has also promoted the use of ivermectin to treat Covid-19, despite warnings that there's no proof it can be effective at treating the virus.I’ve spent my career in publishing, including as editor in chief of USA Today. Robert Malone, an infectious disease specialist who has become well-known among anti-vaccine Americans and was banned from Twitter for spreading Covid misinformation. Rogan on Sunday also defended his decision to book Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation's leading infectious disease expert, called out Rogan in April and said young people "absolutely" need to get vaccinated. But, Rogan added he is "not a doctor" or a "respected source of information."ĭr. like, I don't think you need to worry about this," he said in an April episode of his podcast. "If you're a healthy person, and you're exercising all the time, and you're young, and you're eating well. Rogan has repeatedly used Spotify's platform, with millions of listeners, to discuss the Covid-19 pandemic and vaccinations, once saying that young adults don't need to get a shot. It bought the exclusive streaming rights to "The Joe Rogan Experience" in a deal reportedly worth more than $100 million.Įarlier this month, 270 medical professionals wrote an open letter to the streaming giant asking it to take action against Rogan's podcast, accusing the company of broadcasting misinformation. Spotify has also been under fire for hosting the episodes. Rogan has been in hot water with accusations from medical professionals that he has repeatedly spread conspiracy theories about Covid-19. "I do all the scheduling myself, and I don't always get it right," he added. "I've never tried to do anything with this podcast other than to just talk to people." "I'm not trying to promote misinformation, I'm not trying to be controversial," Rogan added. Shares of Spotify closed up 13% Monday after Citi upgraded the stock, noting it believes the company can "improve ad-supported monetization." He also thanked the platform for its support. Rogan praised Spotify for its latest decision to add content advisories to any material mentioning Covid-19, and direct its users to public health sites for more information. In a nearly 10-minute long video posted on Instagram, Rogan said he is open to changes to the show such as booking more mainstream experts after having controversial ones and doing more research on certain topics.
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