Another Joe Rogan Podcast Goes Viral, This Time with Elon Musk – Here's What the World's Richest Man Said

🎙️ Elon Musk on Joe Rogan Podcast: Controversy Over Hand Gesture Explained

🔍 What Led to the Viral Controversy?

Billionaire Elon Musk sparked a heated debate earlier this year after a hand gesture he made at Donald Trump's inauguration celebration was likened to a Nazi salute. The video quickly went viral, prompting widespread backlash.

🎧 Musk's Response on 'The Joe Rogan Experience'

On February 28, during an episode of 'The Joe Rogan Experience' podcast, Musk addressed the controversy. He admitted that he "did not see it coming" and explained how his pronunciation of "not" and "see" together unintentionally sounded like "Nazi."

🗣️ Musk References Joseph Goebbels

Referring to Nazi propagandist Joseph Goebbels, Musk remarked, "People will Goebbels anything down." This echoed a point he had previously made on X (formerly Twitter).

🛡️ Musk Defends Himself

Defending his actions, Musk stated that the gesture was made in a "positive spirit" and had no political or negative connotation. He emphasized that his intent was not malicious.

🎙️ Joe Rogan's Take

Podcast host Joe Rogan pointed out that similar hand gestures are commonly made in public without controversy. He noted, "You did it with a little enthusiasm that probably be recommended with hindsight."

📢 Musk's Clarification on X

Following the podcast, Musk shared a clip from the interview on X, stating, "Hopefully, people will realize I’m not a Nazi." He further clarified, "The problem with Nazis was war and genocide, not their fashion sense or mannerisms."

📜 Anti-Defamation League (ADL) Weighs In

• The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) acknowledged Musk’s gesture was "awkward" but likely unintentional.
• The organization stated, "It seems Elon Musk made an awkward gesture in a moment of enthusiasm."
• ADL urged people to show "grace and unity" rather than react hastily.

⚡ Musk Pushes Back Against Criticism

Previously, Musk dismissed the controversy, calling "everyone is Hitler" attacks "so tired." He even used a "sleeping emoji 😴" to mock the situation.

📊 Quick Summary

🔍 Topic	📌 Details
🚀 Musk’s Gesture	Critics likened it to a Nazi salute.
🎙️ Joe Rogan Podcast	Musk clarified the gesture was misinterpreted.
📢 Musk’s Defense	Said it had no negative intent.
📜 ADL’s Opinion	Called it an "awkward moment" without bad intent.
⚡ Musk’s Reaction	Mocked criticism, calling it "so tired."

📌 FAQs

❓ What did Elon Musk say about the controversy?

Musk admitted he "did not see it coming" and explained that his pronunciation made "not see" sound like "Nazi."

❓ Did Joe Rogan defend Musk’s gesture?

Yes, Joe Rogan stated that similar gestures are often made with good intentions and suggested Musk’s enthusiasm was misinterpreted.

📢 Final Thoughts

The controversy surrounding Elon Musk highlights how easily actions and words can be misinterpreted in the digital era. While some saw the gesture as offensive, others, including Joe Rogan and the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), urged people to show understanding and perspective.