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The Culinary Secrets of the Amazon: Eating Piranha
Paul Rosolie explains the surprising taste and texture of piranha and pacu, describing them as highly nutritious superfoods of the jungle.
Debunking the 'Man-Made Amazon' Theory
Paul Rosolie clarifies the misconception that the entire Amazon is man-made, explaining that while indigenous management was extensive, 95% of the forest remains a wild, ancient ecosystem.
When a 50lb Fish Attacks Your Boat
An incredible story of a massive Pacu fish jumping out of the river at night and accidentally headbutting a tourist in the boat.
Jane Goodall's Open-Mindedness on Bigfoot
Joe Rogan and Paul Rosolie discuss Jane Goodall's fascinating perspective on the existence of Bigfoot and why she remains open to the possibility of the creature's existence across different continents.
Why the Amazon has Pink Dolphins and Blind Fish
Paul explains the geological history of the Amazon as an inland sea and how saltwater species like dolphins and stingrays adapted to freshwater over millions of years.
How Healthy Forests Prevent Disease Outbreaks
Paul explains how an intact ecosystem naturally regulates mosquito populations and prevents the spread of diseases like malaria and Zika through natural predation.
Teaching GSP the Ultimate Spinning Back Kick
Joe Rogan tells the story of how he ended up teaching UFC legend George St-Pierre the finer points of the spinning back kick.
Saving the Rainforest by Hiring the Loggers
Paul explains a pragmatic approach to conservation: offering illegal gold miners and loggers better-paying jobs as rangers to protect the forest instead of destroying it.
The Atrophy of Human Senses in Modern Civilization
Paul Rosolie discusses how modern life has made humans 'clunky' and unaware of the natural world, explaining how indigenous trackers use bird calls and environmental frequencies to navigate safety in the jungle.
The Dark Truth Behind North Sentinel Island's Isolation
Rosolie explains the historical reason why the Sentinelese are so hostile to outsiders, citing a 19th-century 'explorer' who kidnapped tribe members and introduced disease.
How Jane Goodall Launched Paul Rosolie's Career
Paul Rosolie shares a moving story about how handing a draft of his book to Jane Goodall led to her endorsing him and giving him the platform to become a leading conservationist.
The Solar 'Death Ray' Incinerating Thousands of Birds
Joe and Paul discuss the unintended consequences of a massive solar farm in the Mojave Desert that reportedly incinerates 6,000 birds a year due to extreme heat.
Sangre de Grado: The Amazon's Liquid Bandage
A look at the incredible medicinal potential of the Amazon, specifically 'Dragon's Blood' (Sangre de Grado), a tree sap that acts as a potent natural antiseptic.
Stingray Bites vs. Indigenous Plant Medicine
Paul Rosolie describes the agonizing pain of a stingray bite—which he claims is 100 times worse than a bullet ant—and how local indigenous plant medicine saved him from permanent nerve damage that hospital treatments often fail to prevent.
Sleeping on an 11-Foot Anaconda
Paul Rosolie describes a daring moment where he laid his head on a sleeping 11-foot anaconda to demonstrate that the massive snakes aren't naturally aggressive toward humans.
Ayahuasca Journey with Lex Fridman
Paul Rosolie recounts a deep spiritual experience drinking Ayahuasca alongside Lex Fridman, involving shared visions and a sense of protection.
Meeting the Uncontacted: The Mashco Piro Tribe
Paul Rosolie describes a rare and intense encounter with the Mashco Piro, an uncontacted tribe that emerged from the jungle requesting bananas and rope, highlighting the bridge between modern society and ancient cultures.
The Knockout That Ended Joe Rogan's Fighting Career
Joe Rogan reflects on a brutal knockout he delivered at 19 that made him realize the dangerous reality of brain damage in combat sports.
A Hit on My Head: The Dangerous Reality of Amazon Conservation
Paul Rosolie reveals the terrifying escalation of danger in his conservation work, including being targeted by narcos and a narrow escape from an armed ambush intended for him and his partner.
A Cure for Modern Nihilism: Go Outside
Paul Rosolie discusses the 'modern nothingness' people feel and why returning to nature is the ultimate antidote to the stress of the digital age.
The 49ers Training Facility Injury Conspiracy
Joe Rogan explores a theory regarding the disproportionate amount of catastrophic injuries for the San Francisco 49ers, potentially linked to a nearby power substation.
Cutting the Amazon to Host a Climate Summit
Joe and Paul discuss the shocking irony of a four-lane highway being carved through protected rainforest specifically to facilitate a global climate change conference.
Speaking 'Spider Monkey' to Save a Drowning Primate
A remarkable story of Paul Rosolie jumping into a high-current river to rescue a drowning spider monkey by vocalizing in its own language to gain its trust.
Lex Fridman vs. David Goggins: The Drunk Push-up Contest
Joe Rogan shares a hilarious anecdote about a drunk Lex Fridman challenging the ultimate endurance athlete, David Goggins, to a push-up competition.