On his podcast, Joe Rogan told Texas State Rep. James Talarico (D) that he should run for president. Rogan was an influential supporter of President Trump during the 2024 campaign. Talarico joined CNN’s Laura Coates to talk about how Democrats can retake power.

Rep. James Talarico discusses parts of a education bill during the 89th Texas Legislative Session at the John H. Reagan State Office Building on Thursday, April 3, 2025. There’s a reason Talarico’s appearance transcended politics. More young American men listen to Rogan every week (4-6 million) than attend church.