Joe Rogan Experience #1758 - Carrot Top

Celebrity Encounters

Unexpected encounters with celebrities often lead to memorable stories. Joe Rogan shares a humorous tale of visiting Roger Taylor's home, where his girlfriend, unaware of the rock star's fame, was unimpressed by the lavish surroundings 1. Scott Thompson, known as Carrot Top, recounts a comical interaction with Michael Keaton at a U2 concert, where he jokingly introduced himself as Batman, much to Keaton's confusion 2. These anecdotes highlight the surreal nature of celebrity interactions, where even rock stars like Brian May are fascinated by the art of comedy 3.

   

Rickles' Humor

Scott Thompson shares a humorous encounter with Don Rickles, where Rickles' sharp wit was on full display. During a dinner in LA, Rickles humorously critiqued Thompson's presence, jokingly claiming that Thompson had already ruined his appetite 4. On a movie set, Rickles advised Thompson against cursing, only to later engage in his own brand of inappropriate humor, showcasing the comedic double standards of the time 5. Joe Rogan and Scott reflect on how comedy has evolved, noting that what was once considered shocking is now commonplace 6.