Anthony Kiedis on Under the Bridge, Rick Rubin, and Addiction

Taken from JRE #1884 w/Anthony Kiedis:
open.spotify.com/show/4rOoJ6E...

[@EnterSandman27]

For those that aren't very familiar with the Red Hot Chili Peppers background, the "best friend" that Anthony is talking about who died from a drug overdose was founding guitarist of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Hillel Slovak. The guitarist who replaced him, John Frusciante, almost suffered the same fate after becoming a heroin addict and leaving the band after their breakthrough album 'Blood Sugar Sex Magik'. Next year will mark the band's 40th anniversary which is an incredible achievement when you look at all of the personal, professional and cultural changes that they've endured throughout the decades.

[@andrewferguson8032]

I thought that was interesting how Anthony left out all those major details

[@King-ci8sk]

Technically is it really 40 years with that line up? John was missing for 3 albums during that time

[@drbrq7674]

There’s always a blood sacrifice

[@williamzoom]

@@King-ci8sk Hell no, Anthony's math is bad along with his memory!

[@southsidetradingco]

They are a radio band and Anthony Keadis was on Epstein flight logs and Rogan let him slide. Shameful.

[@tintshady2049]

Anthony sitting here looking like he's dressed up as Anthony for Halloween

[@mikeweedeley370]

😅

[@johnedward8352]

Awesome. 100%

[@kylemoros9365]

More like Zappa dressed as Keidis

[@JeremyDahl]

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[@birdtrainingpotential]

I was trying to find out what he looked like, then this comment hit the nail on the head perfectly!

[@allergeist]

I read his book and he had more than just drug troubles, lies and loss and suicidal ideation and heartbreak after heartbreak. Welcome back to the world, Anthony Kiedis.

[@tacticalmattress]

Yeah heartbreak from being a pedo and sleeping with minors.

[@marienmorand]

Well an old guy going out with young gold diggers can expect heartbreaks. Those old dudes interested in young women is disgusting. Stay in your age range !

[@ladojokov]

@@marienmorand there are a lot gold diggers that are older, age is not a guarantee...

[@macysondheim]

Lol books are for geeks

[@obsolise8063]

@@marienmorand Oh, rod off!! As long as both are of consensual age, leave them be. It’s as old as time, younger women finding older men attractive & vice versa…

[@signlanguage7624]

That song under the bridge transcends to people going through different trials addictions, homelessness, depression, anxiety, loneliness such a beautiful song

[@dodgerblue5658]

I’m a Chicano that lives in LA I can vouch for what Anthony said. I’ve witnessed Under the Bridge being played at gangster parties in LA and everyone just vibes to it, and possibly even sing along. I think it helps that RHCP rep LA and California so much, there’s that connection with them. Under the Bridge is such a classic!

[@thunder6197]

Chicano is incorrect. Its Latinx now. Also your Doyers lost the Padres...

[@phucknaw2104]

I sing it in my car all the time.

[@MrEdwar084]

LA stinks

[@gilmourdimegates]

"Gangster parties" smh. When is California going to drop into the ocean?

[@bigpickles]

@@thunder6197 sandwiches and helicopters

[@stefanystratton3324]

My dad battled an addiction at a very very young age. He loved guitar,music and listening to meaning. He had me listen to “Under the Bridge” at a fairly young age (12-13)and taught me to listen to what was being said,not just sing or like the beat but really take it in. I’ve had such a great appreciation for music bc of my dad. He would have me listen to a couple verses then stop it and ask me about what I thought it meant and then he would tell me what it was while again digging into what’s being said. He passed at 48 and back when “Other side”came out it was a song we both loved right away. Anytime I hear it I cry, few songs that do that to me. From Red Hot Chili Peppers to Janis Joplin to Peter Frampton to Creed I mean all over the place. Love ya Dad 💚

[@justadrum]

RIP Dad man ❤🙏🏿

[@stefanystratton3324]

@@justadrum thank you 🙏🏼🥹this is really kind!! Much respect & appreciation☺️

[@justadrum]

@@stefanystratton3324 Internet ruthless 😂 But I’m glad I brought a smile to someone today 🙏🏿 Back to trollin 👀😂 But RIP Dad fr; especially good Father’s who put in the time while they were here; and they’re still here through us - hope your finding peace Queen cause I know it’s hard but he covering your life in all sorts of ways!!! The battles WE face are NOT of flesh but of spirits and you have one more to guide you to succeeding 🙏🏿

[@stefanystratton3324]

@@justadrum 😂I respect it! Troll on! Again thank you! Yeah he was a great man & instilled some great knowledge.

[@kirilcherry7612]

oh man your dad sounds like my dad and loved frampton and Joplin but my dad quit smoking and heavy drinking once i was born and he is 76 and trains and works out evreyday. He did the same to me and asked me to really understand what the singer is trying to tell. In a parallel universe, maybe they are friends who are trying to share music knowledge.

[@brettsturgeon2377]

Read his book when I was in prison. I’m in recovery and the way he tells his story about addiction is so accurate. I have a lot of admiration for him and everything he overcame all whilst dealing with stardom

[@dr.mark.b.hubble]

Agree wholeheartedly. Scar Tissue is one of the best takes on addiction I’ve ever read. I’m also in recovery and read the book while in prison. Glad you’re out and doing well, brother.

[@madmaxx5612]

Anthony has been to epstein island

[@halColombo]

To use the word , you must've done a lot of time to have such a deep vocabulary. That's not an every day word, whilst. ✌️😤🤏💨 I'm also in recovery. I've got 20 months again thanks to god.

[@limpa756]

@@madmaxx5612 Welcome to Hollywood, Anthony is a known pedophile, literally every damn person nevermind musician that spends too long in cali is that's what Jews do to people. It doesn't help he literally lost his virginity when he was 12 to his dads 18 year old girlfriend, it's the cycle of abuse.

[@JudgeDredd_]

My roommate locked himself in his room for a week to get off the fuckin shit. Our friend who was a nurse came over to check on him regularly. I was out in the living room and I picked up his book. Read it straight through. It’s been over 10 years or so but I loved it and still think of it fondly. Probably could reread it. It was great. Glad I never touched the stuff but my Xanax mixed with alcohol was uhhhh a great/bad/disastrous time.

[@GoNinjaGoNinja6o]

Hearing Anthony’s story about sobriety is very inspirational. I needed this thank you.

[@commonsense3050]

Addiction almost ruined my life. This song, i'm picking on guitar today, feeling it with every bit of my soul. Sober two years now. Thanks Anthony

[@HitchcockTheSnail]

Well done for 2 years! :-)

[@T.v.d.V]

Good for you. Keep on being sober. Anything and everything is better than not being sober. Really well done.

[@user-hd8cf8bu5y]

*here the clip you all was born to see:* *kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKmynXqYZdNmj5o

[@mindofmatter071]

Congratulations! Thats no easy task! Stick with the process

[@that1electrician]

Good job bro. Once you hit that two year mark it gets much much easier. I'll be 10 years sober from heroin in 2024. Keep it up.

[@LeoWhalen1933]

I've been under the bridge. Possibly the most meaningful song I've ever heard.

[@JayCrash450]

Anthony is so down to earth, makes me proud that these guys are doing so well.

[@davidphillips9726]

I can't seem to find happiness for the success of pedophiles

[@timothyfarris7853]

I was an addict for a decade and he’s so right when he says “the cosmos gift you a chance”. I’ve never been able to explain why I made it out and so many others died. Idk what happened but I just snapped out of it….been over five years and I just smoke. I feel like it was another lifetime…..can barely believe it was me.

[@kirra77]

Glad you’re better!!! I enjoyed reading your comment

[@terfrocks2583]

Such a positive story ….and it’s all yours! Congratulations. X x x

[@Nemo71340]

I did the same thing with drinking everyday after 20 years, for some reason one day I just decided I was done. I didn’t have a big profound realization or crazy experience that caused it, just woke up and didn’t want to not be in control anymore.

[@bettywatkins28]

Love reading comments like yours. I’ve loved so many that never snapped out of it. May you spend the rest of your life happy & healthy

[@willprice8696]

Most of us don't know how to deal with our emotions in a healthy manner so we use to mask or fake our emotins.

[@cdzntz9092]

Shit just hits me different. Back in 2010-2012 I was strung out on 110mg of methadone ,4-8+mg xanax a day, among other crap while sleeping under the FDR betweeen the Manhattan & Brooklyn bridge for 2years. After a 2nd seizure I finally decided to give up and ask for some genuine help. 7+ years sober now. but everytime I hear 🎶"Under the bridge downtowwwn /is where I drew some blood" 🎶 just instant chills. Nothing but gratitude my brother. Thank you

[@antonknaus3075]

Daaaaaaaaamn

[@chuckweber542]

I'm happy your clean and doing better.god bless.

[@_RobBanks]

the weird thing is that i am on close to that same medication recipe. but more methadone and a little less benzos, but i am not even a tad strungout, i wish i was/

[@cdzntz9092]

I actually typed it out wrong. Not to be a pissing contest. It was upwards of 4-8 sticks a day depending if flaco would do 5 for $20 or not. But im just gonna leave it. If you wanna get off methadone. Its really not that hard. Just TAPER. The horror stories you hear are from people jumping off a huge dose. I was in rehab with a dude who jumped from 90-0mg and no exxageration. He was STILL sick 70 something days when I left St. Christophers in graymoor NY There is a better life if you want it. I promise you.

[@markjackson3531]

@@cdzntz9092 dude i dont want to imagine 4-8 sticks a day....if i took a .5 I'd be sleeping within 2 hours...the withdrawl off taking that much zanax and going cold turkey would almost certainly be fatal. congrats man

[@karlak6337]

I waited for this podcast forever. This song and many others helped me understand my parents addiction. As a child, had I not had this music in my life, I would have thought I was doing something wrong, that their addiction was my fault. This song is so beautiful and sad, so true and heart breaking, so raw and real. I’m forever grateful for RHCP. Under The Bridge, Scar Tissue…and many more of their songs touched me at a young age, I’m talking as young as 8 years old. I’m getting “I’ll make it to the moon if I have to crawl” tattooed on me as a constant reminder that the struggles and trauma I lived through made me strong. RHCP opened my eyes to my parents choosing drugs over me and the pain I felt is so understood and heard when I listen ❤❤❤ THANK YOU for saving my life.

[@teganflyman5352]

Wow. You are amazing.

[@billymack333]

Have you discussed this with either of your parents if they’re blessed enough to still be around ? The life and times of a junkie is no place for a child, at some point you have to weigh everything up, what’s the lesser of evils. You don’t want to be the junkie that killed his kid, or left it exposed to abuse, or eventually to know nothing but a life of drugs. I dare say it wasn’t an easy choice, and one that will haunt your parents to the grave. I hope you have the strength not to allow the same mistakes to affect your life, the ones with emotional trauma always fall the hardest. You don’t need a tattoo when it’s already written all over your Heart. Be strong and carve out a life that makes you happy, never settle for second best. Look at those few around you that are truly happy and free, and try learn. Good Luck 😉

[@karlak6337]

@@billymack333 that was so beautiful it brought me to tears. Yes, they are both lucky enough to have survived the worst years, although they are not fully out of their addictions. Regardless, I have made a beautiful life for myself, because the only other option was to become them. I learned way more than any child should have to and have been in therapy for a very long time. I probably will always be, I'm 30 and still learning "normal" life things, things like house upkeep because I was never taught. The main focus in my household growing up was survival, making sure to keep peace and making sure my sister and I had food and were out of harms way. I'm great under pressure and things that stress people out on the normal day like work, is a breeze for me. I'm grateful in some ways that I'm strong and can handle a lot but in other ways obviously a lot was taken from me. I have to work hard every day to remind myself I'm loved, I'm an inspiration and I have survived a lot. PTSD is a struggle and my parents are aware of their actions but are still so involved in their lives and struggles plus denial it's hard for them to understand. I have a boundary heavy relationship with them now and it's on my terms. I do not have children because I spent most of my life raising my parents, I don't want them to take that away from me either, the joys of being a mother, so one day when I'm ready I'd like to be a mom. I'd be a great one, I just need to make sure I'm mentally and emotionally okay

[@billymack333]

@@karlak6337 boundaries are important. Without them even the best of us can lose ourselves piece by piece, little by little, until we are a shell of our former self. Set your boundaries and stay firm. You seem to have a pragmatic view bestowed on you via your journey. I’m sure you’ll make a wonderful Mother and will always put your child’s need before your own. Don’t wait too long, too many are and paying a price, autism etc. There are definitely times when you shouldn’t bring a child into this World, but there is never a perfect time. May you be blessed with the happiness and joy that you may have missed out on as a child and break the chains of addiction for good. It’s 5.30am here in Australia and I just woke so I hope this made sense. 💪🏻❤️

[@billymack333]

@@karlak6337 yeah housekeeping can be a drag. It’s important not to let your life get cluttered. I don’t buy into the pseudo science of psychology too much but with in reason your living space definitely reflects your mental health. It’s different for everyone. I’ve always been happiest when I have just what I need, good food, a comfortable bed, my music and a couple of true friends to share with.

[@zephlordthesnakegod9735]

I didn’t realize how important the Chili Peppers were or influenced me until my aunt passed away recently, can’t stop, under the bridge, scar tissue, Otherside and their whole discography hits different since she passed, long live the Chili Peppers, your music is super important to me and a lot of people, much love Anthony!

[@twotrips553]

Right on time, torture me, the zephyr song,knock me down...etc these dudes helped raise every generation

[@6XXBANSHEEXX8]

Anthony's description of drug use and addiction is so unique in comparison to most other celebrities and rock stars. No glamorizing or self pity. Just a plethora of adjectives and phrases spawned from blatant honesty, a humble perspective, and an education from life never to be learned in any school. I'm glad he took that opportunity to make it back...and the rest of the band as well. ~correction: R.I.P. Hillel~

[@kristennelson3190]

Well said.😊

[@robmausser]

You'll often hear recovered addicts speak and sometimes I am skeptical that they are being truthful, but I 100% believe Anthony is clean, you can tell he's speaking with no BS and no filter. He has nothing to hide.

[@benkempf]

The rest of the band didn't unfortunately

[@Sl33zytheclown]

Does he ask him what he did on Epsteins island

[@PrettyFLY4aWiFi.]

Anthony was a frequent guest on Epsteins island.

[@pandabutt12]

Went to see RHCP with my parents when I was 15, I remember my mom losing her shit when they came on. She’s been dead for a while but I still think of her whenever I hear them.

[@jruedas81]

Sorry for your loss. 🙏🏽

[@tammyk441]

I love his rawness. I am thankful he is sober and creating music.🥰

[@AnthonyKiedis-su1hr]

Hi I just wanted to thank you again for being so supportive and following me on my journey. I love inspiring and encouraging others. People like you help me to keep showing up! Hope you are having an amazing day!!

[@jlcortez00]

The honesty of Anthony Kiedis when he explains his addiction. Nothing but respect

[@damienkilcannonvryce]

This is such a gem that’s so long overdue. So happy to see Anthony being honest and vulnerable. And that takes strength. Thank you JR for this. 🔥❤️

[@sallybrite1530]

This man brags about only being able to sleep with 18 yo.

[@bikkyful]

@@sallybrite1530 You have to take your meds daily. Not just "When I feel like it" lil sissy

[@godkeebler]

I was disappointed and so many other I heard exiting Levi’s stadium last they played the SF Bay Area for not playing Under the Bridge at all. Don’t think I would see them again live. Love the music, wasn’t blown away by that set.

[@martinheath5947]

Read his autobiography it's good

[@userman44]

Anthony has talked about his drug addiction in a million interviews. This one had the most vague / least specific answers.

[@onedayyoumay95]

This dude is 60 looking 10-15 years younger. Glad him and John got clean. 4 years clean off H myself. More power to the ones trying to get better 🙏🏼

[@LovleeBaker805]

🙌

[@user-ls2uq3pv1h]

Hair dye.

[@onedayyoumay95]

@@user-ls2uq3pv1h hahah

[@jamesmayle3787]

The Bible is truth. Please read at least Genesis Mathew and one book of the Bible you chose yourself. It is important that as you do you practice forgiveness. It’s an important part of what Jesus Christ taught that too many people forget. The process of genuinely meaning to forgive within your heart is the key that makes everything click. Start with your parents. They’re supposed to be the easiest, having loved you. There’s deep spiritual significance in that relationship to God. Looking inside to deal with your inner baggage and grow, that’s what shows the faith you need. Afterwards, break down before Jesus Christ and ask for forgiveness. Simply bare your soul in prayer. Take down those walls you’ve built up between you and God. Please, trust me. The Bible is truth. It’s just that you’ve got to take it seriously enough to do what Jesus Christ taught as an adult. Please, take your salvation seriously. Jesus Christ is the way truth and life’

[@josephcampbell8974]

Man, Anthony Kiedis has lived one fascinating life. It's crazy he's pushing 60! Saw the Peppers in Toronto a few months back and they're still killing it!

[@marklewen9384]

I saw them in '89 with BUTTHOLE surfers....man, im old.

[@Hans-yb5jc]

He was on Jeffrey Epstein's "Lolita Express" flight logs as well. You know, to this weird Little St. James Island. The one with the strange owl temple and the bunker doors.

[@kennyc9662]

His hair shouldn't be that black tho lol

[@MsQ275]

@@Hans-yb5jc everyone was at this point....I really don't care anymore. those girls were underage AND old enough to know what they were doing 💗🙏

[@adamh3935]

I was there too, Under The Bridge was fantastic!!

[@Clemsoncrawler362]

His description of his descent into addiction is much appreciated. As a recovering addict hearing such a famous person speak in such a humble manor helps those struggling more than he knows. And the one in 30 success rate is on point. Usually less. Thank you Anthony

[@aykhanaliyev4720]

More like "Thank you anthony for admitting to being a pedo and exposing all your pedo fans"

[@lisabrickner6004]

I am so proud of you Anthony!!!! I went through rehab 15 years ago in Pontiac Michigan.. I saw many people go back out and not make it.. I was one of the 30 who survived as well.. Godbless you and thankyou for all the great music..

[@AnthonyKiedis-su1hr]

Hi I just wanted to thank you again for being so supportive and following me on my journey. I love inspiring and encouraging others. People like you help me to keep showing up! Hope you are having an amazing day!

[@mattysquizzato7094]

Pontiac is a rough place, I don't live too far from there. Good job cleaning up. 👏

[@iceYoni]

Read his book while i was in prison, dude lived a crazy life. Good to see him looking well

[@dreamchaser9569]

The whole band did

[@squeelydoom]

Also read his book in prison....it became one of the reasons I am still clean.

[@bigshagger8277]

Scar tissue. Incredible book

[@iceYoni]

@@squeelydoom well done mate 👍 gotta love it!

[@Colby_0-3_IRL_and_title_fights]

Oh look, a degenerate is inspired by an addict

[@StewartPickup]

“It was a little gift from the cosmos“ I truly felt that! Looking back after years of beating the demons of addiction, I could not better explain it than with that phrase 🙏

[@loveurlife4ever1]

“Lex Fridman is dangerous” 18 min inspirational video on KZbin ends w the poem “if” by R Kipling

[@MrBuketman]

Everyone should buy a used copy of his book Scar Tissue. Way more info than in this conversation. It got me through a rough time when it came out.

[@slimturnpike]

@@MrBuketman Or buy a new one

[@MrBuketman]

@@slimturnpike retail is for suckers unless you’re buying underwear.

[@FullSugarBrah]

nobody cares

[@skaer36]

Totally relate to you Mr Kiedis. 20 years of the same addiction and then something happened that changed everything. Still don't know how I made it and got the strength. But 10 years later still off it after 5 months of rehab. Some of us are just lucky to really want to start a new positive life. Well done you Anthony! And I say say that to everyone I meet who has gone down that dark road and came off it. Very few people have the strength and will power.

[@danielleengel9752]

I met Anthony & Flea after a Beck (with other local musicians) variety little music show at a Cafe in down town LA. We were friends with the other musicians who played at that Cafe regularly. We all knew Beck's mom from the Cafe, many of the musicians knew Beck too (like the Chili Peppers & my band friends) not me. We were all headed to Beck's house after that show. His hit song "Loser" had come out & it was doing well & the show was fun. I think it was his birthday. Two of the Chili Peppers were driving a mustang that Anthony was working on because it was primered (he spoke with us about that). This was after all the Chili Pepper's hits had come out & they were very famous. But at this little show, they were in the crowd watching like everyone else, no one was bothering them & they didn't have an entourage or anything. We spoke to both of them for a while & they are very down to earth people, very fun & kind. Flea's hat was so interesting, it was a brown felt hat that looked like it was a spriral staircase made out of felt going up, really unique. That was a very interesting night that could never happen now with celebrities being targeted, Covid etc. But it was fun being young growing up not far from Hollywood, Ca. We got to see some pretty great shows. The Chili Peppers put on a great show too. He's also a very nice person.

[@Doyouevenart69]

Yo this is a really cool anecdote thanks for sharing! I’m a big fan any other stories from that night with them?

[@anthonysears9187]

Anybody who has struggled with addiction understands the beauty of really knowing what under the bridge, scar tissue and so many more have done for us. Through fighting his demons Anthony had given us gifts

[@kryptokrampus8137]

YES. Great comment! Thank you brother 👍🤙🖖🖖

[@tacotom3492]

Crazy part Is I'm late 30s and it's the most simple things IE a "song" that get you through the day.. and your positive attitude talking to a friend/coworker gets them through their day after.. wild how love and understanding in simple form help people keep going . Sorry for long wind B's.. hope made sense. 🤙🍻

[@rantanplan178]

Yea dude - it's unreal - 30 years later I still get goose bumps out of "under the bridge" and all the connections in my neurons it establishes. Like it's wiring everything about my own "dragon ride" together and the stuff runs like a movie in front of my imaginary self, every effing time I hear this song. The most crazy thing about it, is that fact, that it is a warm feeling, though it should be scary. It's a warm feeling with a particular type of bitterness in it. Just enough bitterness to make it perfect. To me it's the definition of "melancholy", if that makes sense. It is same kind of "joy" hearing to songs like "perfect day - lou reed" or "brown sugar - the stranglers". It is really weird and beautiful and I feel so lucky that I've kicked IT, while at the same time I know it's still there, just tucked away, if that makes sense. It's lurking behind my soul just waiting, if I ever let my guard down, even after so many years. One might think that I never listen to the song, but no, I love it. It may sound ridiculous after all I just said, but I still love to hear into it. Maybe because I love to "feel" into it - maybe just a little, to remind myself where I came from and who I am now.

[@molltidwell2524]

Soul to squeeze is my song and I can relate to him sooo much

[@billymack333]

@@molltidwell2524 you got a bad disease too ? 🤒

[@ronws2007]

I think the humility is the biggest lesson, here. Anthony has such a way with words. A distinctive tone of voice that you recognize immediately. When you hear an RHCP song on the radio, you know instantly. But, at the end of a day, he is a man going through problems and struggles like anyone else.

[@jamesmayle3787]

The Bible is truth. Please read at least Genesis Mathew and one book of the Bible you chose yourself. It is important that as you do you practice forgiveness. It’s an important part of what Jesus Christ taught that too many people forget. The process of genuinely meaning to forgive within your heart is the key that makes everything click. Start with your parents. They’re supposed to be the easiest, having loved you. There’s deep spiritual significance in that relationship to God. Looking inside to deal with your inner baggage and grow, that’s what shows the faith you need. Afterwards, break down before Jesus Christ and ask for forgiveness. Simply bare your soul in prayer. Take down those walls you’ve built up between you and God. Please, trust me. The Bible is truth. It’s just that you’ve got to take it seriously enough to do what Jesus Christ taught as an adult. Please, take your salvation seriously. Jesus Christ is the way truth and life’

[@mateosmind751]

@@jamesmayle3787 The Bible is archaic fiction.

[@stygiann]

Anthony is hypnotizing to listen to. The man has been through real shit and came back to bless us with his art. I love him deeply

[@scottdavidson526]

I need to watch this whole interview. I enjoy listening to Anthony talk, he's very articulate and concise about his past experiences in life.

[@Yadeehoo]

Thanks for finding the words to talk about the process. Deeply inspiring !

[@jeddaugherty7240]

Drug addiction is continually tearing apart the lives of people, as well as the lives of those who love them. Kudos to Anthony for discussing his past addictions so honestly.

[@unknwnb2781]

Do people forget that Anthony slept with a 14 year old girl? Dudes a pedo.

[@motiv311]

drugs are also allowing people to vibe within themselves so fiercly they write a song, paint a picture, design a building ; something that literally cost them a piece of their souls

[@jayocaine2946]

People these days are all revered as heroes for being junkies, he's not exactly william wallace fearlessly running to his demise sharing this 😂

[@AM23.]

@@jayocaine2946 You're the only one saying they're heros lol I think most people understand that most junkies don't get clean, and it's something to be proud of is all

[@WatchMeGPT]

@@jayocaine2946 I don't know about reverence as hero's. Spending almost 2 decades In a heroin hole. Praying for the day I would take my last hit so I could stop repeating wake up sick. Hustle sick, score sick. Finally use sleep repeat. Not one of my friends would remain in my life. My family held on by a thread. I felt alien to the rest of society. And society treated me as such. One day I just gotten out of rehab. I finally seen the damage I put my mother through. All of those years just waiting to get a call her son overdosed and died. I seen the stress and pain I caused. I had given myself an ultimatum. Continue to use, if you do you dissappear forever. Never show my sunken sick face to my family again. To stop dragging them through it. Or get clean n stay clean. Today i am almost five years clean with a beautiful family. Two beautiful children and a wife that loves me. My life is so much better than it had ever been. There is hope it's hard and takes alot of work. But it's so worth it.

[@alexconner3958]

Anthony said about Under the Bridge - "I don't think it's for us" Rubin said "there's no rules"... "That's your best song." Crazy to think it almost never happened.

[@ilikesports8936]

Anthony Kiedis is fascinating. The way he describes things is heavenly. Please have him on again!

[@DrProgNerd]

I read 'Scar Tissue' when I was going through a particulary rough patch with my ex-wife. The behaviors he described - as he struggled to get sober - set off flags in my mind about my marriage. It never occured to me that my ex was using drugs. I confronted her - and she admitted to it. She couldn't kick. I ultimately divorced her - and she spiraled over the next ten years. I remember hating him for his rationalizations for continuing to use. Now - with the benefit of hindsight - I realize that I owe him gratitude - for helping me to see a toxic part of my life - that allowed me to get my kids away from it before it hurt them more than it already had. Years later, my ex got sober and is now a healthy part of our kids' lives. There are some people who can't 'casually' do certain things.Addiction takes them over. I understand that now. Glad he's clean.

[@cjscala87]

I also read this book during a rough time and it was like sharing a story with a friend.

[@alicassidy8913]

I'm proud of your ex...

[@RicosTinFoilSombrero]

I've read it like 6 times. My favorite autobiography.

[@makatron]

This past month JRE it's been on fire bringing incredible people.

[@preciousmousse]

Wonderful story! I love how these guys matured and stayed together without taking the easy road of superficiality and ego. Much love!!

[@kendrai.304]

This is so humbling, way to go Anthony on your recovery and I'm sorry you lost a friend. I am also in recovery from substances and I've lost over 30 people close to me due to drugs and or alcohol. It gets so much worse when ya have the tools and relapse. And also the noise not stopping like it used to. I felt that deeply when ya said that. 💕

[@AnthonyKiedis-su1hr]

Hi I just wanted to thank you again for being so supportive and following me on my journey. I love inspiring and encouraging others. People like you help me to keep showing up! Hope you are having an amazing day!

[@marcstov]

I'm just going to talk, for therapy. This band runs parallel in my life. I was born in 69. I found skateboarding in 1983, same time I found RHCP. Didn't pay too much attention to them...just another band, albeit cool. They grew. I grew. More partying, more RHCP. Saw them with Pearl Jam and Smashing Pumpkins in 91 or 92 at Kalamazoo State Theater. Californication, By the Way...blew my mind, beautiful. Life happened...friends, kids, family, work. As I grew into an old man, the music made more sense. Today's albums make me feel amazing...Return of the Dream Canteen, amazing. Frusciante's solo stuff...amazing, particularly The Empyrean. I feel like I've shared their journey.

[@Dog_will_hunt]

Wow, that's my same story. Born in Long Beach 1969. Heard them in junior high. Bought all their albums. Saw them with pearl jam at Irvine meadows lollapalooza 2 in 92. Never stopped listening to them. Just saw them this summer in Seattle. If you haven't done so yet. Read or listen to his and Fleas books. Cheers 🍻

[@jamesmayle3787]

The Bible is truth. Please read at least Genesis Mathew and one book of the Bible you chose yourself. It is important that as you do you practice forgiveness. It’s an important part of what Jesus Christ taught that too many people forget. The process of genuinely meaning to forgive within your heart is the key that makes everything click. Start with your parents. They’re supposed to be the easiest, having loved you. There’s deep spiritual significance in that relationship to God. Looking inside to deal with your inner baggage and grow, that’s what shows the faith you need. Afterwards, break down before Jesus Christ and ask for forgiveness. Simply bare your soul in prayer. Take down those walls you’ve built up between you and God. Please, trust me. The Bible is truth. It’s just that you’ve got to take it seriously enough to do what Jesus Christ taught as an adult. Please, take your salvation seriously. Jesus Christ is the way truth and life’

[@JC-jr9hw]

Change your lifestyle and you won’t feel like an old man. Read 80/10/10 by Doug Graham.

[@georgeholt325]

Yeah, man. They have provided the soundscape for a generation of us SoCAL kids. They are OUR Rolling Stones.

[@xennial80sxberner]

On a smaller scale I feel like I have too, as an 84 baby I discovered them from Under the bridge when I was 7 in 1991-92 and seeing Anthony today as a 60 year old punk teen who simply got older, makes me feel better about approaching 40

[@jaredpeterson380]

Never in a million years would I expect that level of wisdom from Anthony. Amazing how he summed up the dawning of his recovery. Totally relate.

[@imacmill]

He is a clear-thinker. No fluff.

[@forceofchaos1]

He's almost 60yo, I would expect as much from a person who's lived that long

[@NoticerOfficial]

One thing I’ve greatly, greatly admired about Anthony and the peppers is in 40 Years every single one of them have stayed almost entirely out of the public political arena. I know they have strong feelings but they don’t touch it. Respect. Howard Stern pushed them when Chris Rock got slapped at the Oscar’s, they avoided comment until John Finally goes “ok well I’ll say it no we do not stand by will smith” -end of conversation, new subject. I miss that Gen X humility in our celebrities

[@robmausser]

He's not the lead singer of the Chili's for his singing ability, thats for sure. It's because he's a wordsmith and it shows in his speaking ability.

[@harrybeast58]

@@robmausser and a personality

[@theprodigy20p]

I've said this before when you had Billy Corgan on the show. Musicians are your best interviews ever. My whole body was vibrating for half of the interview. Loved it!

[@onlydaprecum]

I feel like with musicians, Joe channels his Stern fandom, and asks questions us fans can relate to. Its not so much with MMA, because he comes from a higher interaction level with the sport, or with comedians its like equal footing to him and were just outside listening in. With music it feels like hes sitting with us audience and got called on to ask questions

[@lillysantavicca3524]

I grew up listening to Red Hot Chili Peppers & I remember picking up my older siblings from school with my mom, being like 4 years old, & knowing every single word to under the bridge. Music that is just timeless. If there is anybody who is as touched by Anthony’s story as i am, you should read his book Scar Tissue. He goes into every single detail of his life starting from birth. Truly LUCKY to be alive.

[@asazinator]

I never understood the depth of Under the Bridge until I was around 12 when my guitar teacher explained that fateful last verse of the song and how Anthony decided to sober up, it shattered my perceptions of everything. How could this massive rockstar have hit so low? I'd just lost my father who OD'd on prescription pain pills. It was an overwhelming realization that we're all just humans; one's degree of fame or respect has nothing to do with the darkest parts of our human psyche that run through us all.. It will forever be one of the most powerful tracks in my whole life.

[@sevinstorey4365]

You don’t mention your age, but as I understand it you lost your father in what some would call a horrible way. Just know that God has a plan for us all, it’s not up to us to understand why, I’m positive that your experience has strengthened you in ways well above the average human. Take that pain and use it, walk confidently and speak with authority and let people know that God is alive and believe in His love and the fact that you will again one day be re-united with your dad. Keep your head up brother.

[@user-pq6mr6op3p]

It was your fault..

[@asazinator]

@@user-pq6mr6op3p U can do better than that..

[@tammymayes7780]

Addiction is no respector of persons. Doctors, lawyers, India chiefs...and then there's me

[@tammymayes7780]

@@asazinator I don't think he can...

[@hankstevens4194]

Kiedis is a great interview, so articulate and honest.

[@patrickbell5086]

One my favs.

[@basselm804]

My god what a fkng cool ass dude... I wish I could meet him and talk to him for 5 mins. He has this calm and soothing energy about him - I can't put my finger on it. He also seems like he's just been through so much, and has really persevered and come out the other side with an entirely different perspective and appreciation. Was always a huge fan of the band, but now I'm a fan of Anthony Kiedis...

[@lucaskilgore4541]

Under the bridge has a special place in my heart. It’s been my favorite song since I was 5 years old. It was a song my dad and I would sing. He was taken by fentanyl 13 years later.

[@Wtfever..................]

Anthony my best friend passed away last year from leukemia at 45 and every single time I hear any of your music it reminds of him because he got me interested in your music he was absolutely a pillar to my support system and seriously miss him every day. Whatever you you do keep up the amazing work you do you've got a fan for life brother 🙌

[@switchitup5446]

Sorry 4 ur loss

[@TheCureGuitar]

🙏

[@SlapChop1000]

Sorry for your loss ..life is precious and a gift. All we have in the end is our memories

[@amyrsavoia6017]

Ur not Alone broder

[@dudeimgeorge]

Hahahahahhahahahahaha

[@julieeldridge8760]

Anthony's honesty and depth when he was discussing his spiral into addiction, the ease it gave him all while stealing his soul is absolutely relatable. I've been a huge fan since 90 and have never heard this piece of his history. Joe just puts his guests at such comfort, ease and a space of acceptance that he elicits brilliance and candor unlike any other. Btw, 'Tearjerker' was the starting soundtrack to the greatest love relationship I've known yet.

[@eno8759]

Nice to hear, I always loved one hot minute lyric wise a lot

[@sirvicemanone]

Music is dear to me although I don't listen to sd much as I did when I was young er . I prefer to play my own music just for own pleasure on instruments iv collected. I also tend to relate to many hobbies with musical references

[@justinhawker7252]

Read his book , he pours his soul out on every page.

[@charlesgerety1403]

Yea he is cool as F

[@Tony_Cardoza]

Anthony Kiedis is a rapist.

[@mdleongt]

I bless Anthony's life. He has such a big heart. I struggled with cocaine addiction in my late teenage years, alcohol abuse in my early 20's, depression, anxiety and other substance abUse after all that. By the grace of God, I was taken out of that dark place, restored and I feel like I was born again. I have nothing but love and admiration for Anthony Kiedis. We get to have a more rich perspective on the value of life. 💖

[@JennRazo]

This man is telling the real truth about pain and addiction. Very happy that he made it out to make such incredible music, to bless us with wisdom, and just to truly live.

[@AnthonyKiedis-su1hr]

Hi I just wanted to thank you again for being so supportive and following me on my journey. I love inspiring and encouraging others. People like you help me to keep showing up! Hope you are having an amazing day!

[@sethrehrig1273]

This feels like when two of your friends from different friend groups meet. So much respect for both these guys and they are so different but so great in their own way.

[@jamesmayle3787]

The Bible is truth. Please read at least Genesis Mathew and one book of the Bible you chose yourself. It is important that as you do you practice forgiveness. It’s an important part of what Jesus Christ taught that too many people forget. The process of genuinely meaning to forgive within your heart is the key that makes everything click. Start with your parents. They’re supposed to be the easiest, having loved you. There’s deep spiritual significance in that relationship to God. Looking inside to deal with your inner baggage and grow, that’s what shows the faith you need. Afterwards, break down before Jesus Christ and ask for forgiveness. Simply bare your soul in prayer. Take down those walls you’ve built up between you and God. Please, trust me. The Bible is truth. It’s just that you’ve got to take it seriously enough to do what Jesus Christ taught as an adult. Please, take your salvation seriously. Jesus Christ is the way truth and life’

[@thebigredwagon]

How did we as a civilisation survive with sterile chat shows? Watching Anthony being so honest and unguarded on joes’ podcast is beautiful.

[@heffe4257]

That’s a good point. How did we survive without a refrigerator? I can’t imagine both scenarios.

[@jamiehovis7722]

jre is not any better, its a machine for misinformation, ideological extremism, platforming of charlatans, and imbuing joe’s atrophied drug addled thought patterns into his listeners. Better influences than a recently politically radicalized uneducated comedian.

[@whatisiswhatable]

Process. Had that to get to this. Not all we’re sterile. Dick Cavetts show was pretty interesting

[@bowmanencore]

@@whatisiswhatable Cavett came to mind for me as well. I think the "let's all laugh all the time" kind of show wasn't always the norm, and podcasts are the cure to that shallow scenario.

[@Metanoia000]

Was it beautiful when Kiedes was flying his a** to Jeff Epp Stein island

[@JoseSalazar-dm8bc]

Kudos to Anthony and the RHCP for overcoming drugs, rehab and adversity. He speaks from the heart is sincere, honest and analytical. At 70 years old I listen to the music and the masterpieces that the band had created. I wish and hope is that I’ll still be around when they tour to see a live concert.

[@camanderson9954]

guy has been through the ringer. Good to see him have the ability to look back and give his honest take of what happened. Great chat

[@RonnieJamesOsbourne]

"Because, now I knew that there was a solution, and I was just ignoring it." I really felt that. One of the hardest and most painful lessons that someone learns (some don't) and goes through when relapsing down a viscious spiral to hell.

[@siin9522]

*here the clip you all was born to see:* *kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKmynXqYZdNmj5o

[@mindofmatter071]

❤

[@dillonmoll1055]

@@siin9522 *were born to see* And I doubt it.

[@loganstroganoff1284]

I met Anthony briefly on the Californication tour and he was cool enough to take a pic with my goobery 14 year old self. I was totally starstruck and could barely speak and he was just as chill and nice as any one you could hope to meet. Took a pic with him and lost the damn camera at the hotel. Owell it's a great memory I'll never forget

[@The_ScapeGoat]

Pics or gtfo

[@user-pq6mr6op3p]

Bullshit

[@diegocarmona6970]

After being 9 months clean listening to his words put a tear in my eyes. Won’t stop being sober, love this

[@227Love]

There’s something about Anthony I’ve always admired, he’s a multidimensional multilayered genius in his own right, it’s not just about music, a huge influence on my life and even vocabulary ❤😂

[@baneverything5580]

He`s 100% evil. You have serious issues if you look up to this bigoted monster.

[@2020Viszion]

I believe he saved at least 1 person with that inspirational addiction story. God bless if you read this.

[@topdeckdog]

I read that but will pass on your God

[@mikedavis1476]

@@topdeckdog edge lord atheists have entered the chat

[@Officialmotive805]

@@topdeckdog "I wIlL pAsS oN yOuR GoD 🤓"

[@loveurlife4ever1]

“Lex Fridman is dangerous” 18 min inspirational video on KZbin ends w the poem “if” by R Kipling❤️✌️❤️

[@loveurlife4ever1]

“Lex Fridman is dangerous” 18 min inspirational video on KZbin ends w the poem “if” by R Kipling❤️✌️❤️ Many religious people use judgement day to avoid making the world a better place🤷‍♂️

[@johnraygun9868]

Im 43 and been listening since i was around 11-12 and still am, so glad you all pulled through and are still at it, love you all!!

[@ojc8203]

Hi there classmate, only ticket I’ve paid shitload of money to see this guy from front row! I wouldn’t do this for anyone else

[@gedrooney9305]

Same age bud, I bought BSSM aged 11…I played that cassette until it busted and I didn’t understand the lyrics until i was 20..

[@ninarenee9561]

41 listening since 12 lol

[@siin9522]

*here the clip you all was born to see:* *kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKmynXqYZdNmj5o

[@AtTheEndProductions]

Man I'm 42 and been listening to RHCP since '91. Love it!

[@steveberkshire3804]

I love you Anthony n Joe!! You have great chemistry together..fascinating stories about the humble beginnings of great things.The stars align,magic happens..history💜

[@DiZZoLabs]

Wow! What an amazing amount of raw info in a short 15mins. BSSM is still on the shelf of favorite albums.

[@WindyCitySteam]

Under the bridge is musical perfection. A timeless classic! I loved it as a kid, and I still love it at 40!

[@mobaby1979]

I still remember MULTIPLE - and unrelated with different groups/teams - school bus trips where we'd all sing that song together, belting it with reckless abandon. The song transcends time.

[@ddcristo]

The intro of Californication LIVE @ Slane Castle 2003 was a masterpiece as well.

[@jm6918]

Mr Kiedis gave me his autograph at a Lakers game once. He didn't have to. He was so super cool, humble and I'll never forget that.

[@mykillprospecting]

That song touches my soul so deep it takes me back to places I never want to remember an never want to forget

[@michaelconway6720]

One of the best interviews Ive seen on Joe Rogan. Anthony expressed himself interestingly. Heroin addiction killed my lovely sister at age 32. She was found in an apartment building in Brooklyn. Every time I hear Under The Bridge, I am reminded of her struggles.

[@Ok-551]

Im sorry man.

[@mccoulombe941]

The odds you describe.. 30 to one, are accurate. As an addict who is still working towards sobriety. What Anthony shared today, was meaningful and I found helpful to me today. Thanks

[@jaimebarba2814]

The greatest thing we can do to help ourselves is to help others

[@sarkisianhavens]

"Like a caboose of a train just going wherever the hell that train said to go" Exactly

[@mrtacoboutit1194]

Anthony looks like a white Eddie Murphy or is that just me? Lmao

[@tyrfree5733]

Oh shit!!! HELL YEAH. WOOOOW. even the mannerisms.

[@bestfoodchannelever]

Now cannot unsee it. Lol

[@mrtacoboutit1194]

@@bestfoodchannelever 😂😂😂

[@robwolfeauhunter8349]

Fuck now that's all u see now lol

[@sharonhein85]

No

[@rraabbeeoo]

I loved watching Anthony open up a bit. He’s such a cool dude.

[@thomassanio8745]

Gotta love Anthony’s brutal and unabashed honesty. Seems very cerebral and present. Great to see👍

[@seanddd99]

as someone in recovery...Anthony explains the pattern of addiction,recovery,relapse and a 2nd chance at recovery as well as I've ever heard...Anyone still struggling...there is Hope

[@Dreamkeeper_101]

I am 46½ yrs old, I have LoVed this man since I was 13. I just cannot get enough of him (not in a creepy way!) He drives me to want to do my best in beating an opioid addiction I have struggled with for years, and a tendency to become addicted to other substances. Im. I know that at my lowest point (now) I have full hope that I will get through this and have a life again. I have their symbol tattood on my left arm and will be getting more work done in honour of Anthony & their band mates past and present. I would love to meet them all (especially Anthony) if you're ever in Brisbane Queensland Australia I'd love to have a coffee and a quick hello. Impossible, I know, but a girl can wish☺️ I wish I could just tag Anthony to say I think he's great and he & RHCP have given me many years of happiness, healing and so much more to come. I've dreamt twice I've met him..🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼😆🥰 I've seen them twice at Brisbane Entertainment Centre..once in 1998 and 2ndly mid 2000s .. sorry my memory is going off I got that last date may be wrong. I seriously stood in Awe of you all. Goosebumps! Thanks for the great interview❤️

[@MrDeengels]

I’m also 46 and breaking the girl blew me away, I’m still a huge Peppers fan

[@screaming.pigeon]

Sounds like you love his bung hole

[@Dreamkeeper_101]

@Jo Ha you slow to catching on dude LOL

[@Dreamkeeper_101]

@Zephead76 yeh it was a really weird vibe of a song back in the day. 'Pea' always freaked me out a bit😆 I loved their blood sugar sex majik album then their WARPED was excellent. I'm not so much into their new stuff though sadly but still love them lol

[@whocares1914]

I wish you all the love and hope in the world to a full sober recovery ! Your not alone and even at your lowest point in life there’s still someone lower then yourself and in a worse situation and condition . Your worth everything you think your not and don’t give up

[@williest1]

"I put down the craft of sobriety" amazing, eloquent words!

[@MrEazyE357]

Can you imagine being Joe and being able to look back on the long conversations you've had with so many amazing humans? That would be the best part about it for me.

[@thephilosopher7173]

Don't overlook those who youve might have encountered as well.

[@JimmyJames562]

The millions (AND MILLIONS!) of dollars doesn't hurt either 🤑💸💰🪙💶

[@Luis-hu3zp]

@@thephilosopher7173 love this mindset

[@SphericaI]

Greatest job in the world, and he helped build the monster known as the UFC.

[@coopermccormick]

Right? He's gotten to converse with some of the most creative and intelligent humans to have ever lived.

[@HarryManback0]

Scar Tissue was such an amazing book, I've read it at least 3 times all the way through.

[@midwestmike613]

My brother gave me that book one of the few I read all the way through

[@psisky]

I only remember the part where he was flicking a kitten's nose till it broke and bled.

[@karstenpuder3605]

@@psisky wtf are u talking about

[@psisky]

@@karstenpuder3605 Read the book.

[@karstenpuder3605]

@@psisky I did

[@arthurfleck1764]

A gifted and articulate speaker which translates well into his poetry and music.Very interesting man indeed.

[@mortemtyrannis7468]

I was a heroin addict for around a decade. I thought it was the most amazing thing. I loved the sedation and the euphoria. I felt like it was the best version of me. I took pride that I was able to work, never steal from anyone and hide it from almost everyone because I even still worked out at the gym daily. I was able to suppress my childhood trauma and my multiple combat tours trauma to masquerade as a happy unaffected person as long as I kept everyone far enough away that they didn’t know that I needed to shoot heroin right when I woke up and right when I came home from work or I was a mess. I had dealers on speed dial. They loved me. It takes everything away from you eventually and the withdrawals are hell on earth for a week straight. I’m one of maybe 3 survivors out of around 50 of us. Everyone is dead and I’m still in my 30’s.

[@Robb3348]

you're strong and conscious, as beings go

[@mdianesignore1958]

Your life matters. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@jamesmayle3787]

The Bible is truth. Please read at least Genesis Mathew and one book of the Bible you chose yourself. It is important that as you do you practice forgiveness. It’s an important part of what Jesus Christ taught that too many people forget. The process of genuinely meaning to forgive within your heart is the key that makes everything click. Start with your parents. They’re supposed to be the easiest, having loved you. There’s deep spiritual significance in that relationship to God. Looking inside to deal with your inner baggage and grow, that’s what shows the faith you need. Afterwards, break down before Jesus Christ and ask for forgiveness. Simply bare your soul in prayer. Take down those walls you’ve built up between you and God. Please, trust me. The Bible is truth. It’s just that you’ve got to take it seriously enough to do what Jesus Christ taught as an adult. Please, take your salvation seriously. Jesus Christ is the way truth and life’

[@dowogenesthedog7186]

@@jamesmayle3787 shut up James.

[@illegallystalked3119]

Glad you made it. My nephew was not as fortionate. Dead at 25.

[@happytrees4567]

Modern artists could learn a thing or 2 from Anthony’s incredible humility. So graceful, genuine & captivating. You did good on this 1, Joe! 👏🏽

[@mootkickee]

he’s an absolute douchebag who admitted to sleeping with a 14 year old when he was 23

[@happytrees4567]

@@mootkickee you’re triggered

[@mootkickee]

@@happytrees4567 triggered? he’s a shit human and I called him that. nothing triggered

[@mysakitchus9413]

They have great music but wasnt this guy accused?

[@zombievikinggaming4258]

@@mysakitchus9413 of?

[@marvinboggs]

I was a contract columnist for the former NYT. 2,800+ columns and page-one (regional) articles. I have talked to thousands of people - over 28 years - who knew their stuff. You have done more. And continue to do so. This man you just interviewed is a hero. You are a hero. Keep doing what you are doing.

[@judinkinds8307]

Such a lovely person. It must be really nice to have conversation with Anthony.

[@jleezy612]

Anthony's singing voice and speaking voice couldn't be more different.

[@thepresentmoment369]

RHCP's has been my #1 ever since I heard them. Absolutely amazing talent and when you get to hear Anthony speak you can tell he is a really good Soul. 🙏

[@siin9522]

*here the clip you all was born to see:* *kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKmynXqYZdNmj5o

[@alcambrola2834]

Yes, he radiates authenticity, honesty and humbleness.

[@Gabriel-qg7vv]

He's so articulate, the way he choses words wisely as he speaks up on his crazy journey. The guy is a fucking poet man. I'm sure it will help a lot of people struggling. I'm glad he found his way out.

[@midwestmike613]

If you never read his book or even watched their behind the music I highly recommend. I'm not a big reader myself but my brother gave me that book and I couldn't put it down. Guy had a wild life as a rockstar but his childhood was just as crazy it's probably why he's so calm and cool now he got it all out of his system early.

[@user-ls2uq3pv1h]

He's not articulate at all.

[@karstenpuder3605]

@@user-ls2uq3pv1h he literally is are u fucked in the head?

[@NoName-fo7mz]

Lol, imagine thinking this moron is articulate or poetic at all😂😂😂😂😂

[@Gabriel-qg7vv]

@@midwestmike613 I'll definitely check it out!

[@othatguy1433]

Recovering heroin addict here of 7 years here, every time I heard and still hear under the bridge it will bring tears such a beautiful song ❤

[@giovannivenditti4978]

Not my band at all...every now and then I find myself listening to one song of them, BUT, man this guy can write, speak, make you interested in his life. His biography Scar Tissue is still my Nr.1 autobiography

[@HeyYaaaaaaaa]

@@anthonykiedis614 bruh 😂

[@leeannasloan2292]

Great book

[@devastaterx]

I know it's been said before but Joe's style of interviewing where he doesn't talk or interject himself into it is pure genius.

[@Isabelbeau]

But sometimes he does interrupt and it is annoying …..

[@ivanalvarez782]

Pure genius ?

[@TheSubzeto]

222 IQ genius

[@jayb.6685]

Joe's just a regular joe, who's geniunely curious about a lot of things. That's why he's so relatable.

[@zechs5079]

@@Isabelbeau typically not for guests like this. He tends to interrupt with friends or other comedians which makes sense

[@davidrobinson5180]

This may have been one of the top 5 Rogan podcasts. Anthony is brilliant. It felt like 6 hours condensed into 3.

[@mishaim]

What were the other top 4?

[@davidrobinson5180]

@@mishaim Any time Randall Carlson is on.

[@dudeimgeorge]

Damn sounds like you did heroin bro. Hell yea

[@UncledadBFD]

I just searched the podcast on KZbin to get some idea of how other people feel and I’m so glad it’s been so positive. That was a 10/10 conversation. Rogan at his absolute best and AK was just a fucking duuuuuuude. And what more Dya want? JR being himself and speaking to an interesting fucking dude. That’s the money

[@TheGnob27]

Oh shit agreed

[@dougmackenzie7183]

Love under the bridge very good song one of the best I've ever heard in my life I'm 35 it will always be a staple

[@TheElectricBuddha]

I'm struggling right now with an addiction. I feel this so fucking much. He speaks from a place that only one who has been there can.

[@grapentine739]

He is so right about addiction. I was addicted and all it makes me think of is pain. It hurts like hell and it's very scary

[@pommiebears]

🙏🏽🌹

[@maxwired2235]

I am currently, Oxy, and you are so right, very scary.

[@ginger1531]

​@@maxwired2235 prayers for you brother🙏🙏💪

[@firstlast8258]

No fear

[@reee5159]

@@maxwired2235 hit a god damn detox dude, there is no longevity in opiate addiction nowadays

[@grainofsalt4934]

Anthony is one of those frontmen that always stood out to me. He’s got a really unique charisma about himself. He’s got a voice that puts me in a mood no other vocalist can do.

[@patrickbell5086]

One of the greatest front men.

[@newrunner91]

Interesting. I remember listening and being entralled by Flea's Bass and John's guitar but thought (still think) that Anthony has terrible vocals. It always sounds like he is just speaking or rapping but not singing.

[@saltpeter7429]

I have heard him get dogged alot for his " silly" rhyming and jibberish. I dont buy into that. He has a deep beautiful vulnerability at times, and a high energy funky conduit thing going on. Maybe I just dont look at it too closely. Feel it. I have enjoyed this interview, love the new CD. ( yup. I still buy CD's. I like to own a physical medium)

[@pinknick82]

Definitely, his voice is beautiful.

[@comradeozzbug]

This is the first time I actually heard Anthony speak. I’ve listened to his music and know his onstage persona. But wow. I did not anticipate such a softly spoken, considered attitude.

[@hlqa7938]

U gotta love Anthony, magical singer, amazing tunes that give meaning 2 da life of so many people...

[@Impuhlz]

Such eloquence and wisdom in describing some very dark times- no wonder he's one of the greatest song-writers/poets of our time. Very glad he was able to stay sober for so long and give us so many beautiful and funky pieces of music. Thank you, Anthony

[@SusanRuenzel]

Anthony Kiedis as a drug user is almost incomprehensive to when I listen to this eloquent and wise man; as a musician he is talented beyond his time. Princess Kaliska Dawn

[@SusanRuenzel]

My heart goes out for Anthony Kiedis; as a Princess, even I would like meeting this man

[@40daydreamer77]

Breaking the Girl is a song unlike any other. The primal banging of trash cans and other objects is the most incredible portion of it all.

[@craigyoung3124]

I couldn't agree more...love love love that song

[@kelseymariel2127]

Somewhere I have a VHS tape of the making of Blood Sugar Sex Magik and that scene with them banging on all the pans is awesome. Love Chad Smith.

[@jessereilly8140]

Great song

[@NoticerOfficial]

Twisting and turning, your trash cans are burning your beating these pannnnnnnns

[@porridgesilt]

@@kelseymariel2127 “Funky Monks” (free on KZbin) 20:53 😉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGHXhX1qiMaee5I

[@zylascope]

Good one. Thanks for sharing Joe and Anthony.

[@millingsrgood3292]

Been a fan forever. I absolutely love AK, and just found out hes a member of "Mensa", with an IQ of 150. Seriously amazing human being he is. After loosing so many of my favorite musicians, chris Cornell, Kurt, Layne n most recently Scott Weiland..were all so blessed hes fought the drug demons and here with us still rocking it at 60! What an inspiration, what a story...God bless you AK.