Gene Simmons | Club Random with Bill Maher

[@colleenshea2293]

Always love to hear someone support sobriety ! Thanks Gene.

[@grahamfraser2150]

Fuck sobriety.Fuck Gene"The king of the sell outs" and fuck all you all.Weak assed bitches.sad.sad and basic.sad.

[@mariamaria2751]

Right , alcohol is the only drug you gotta explain to ppl why you don't consume

[@jesper856]

Wow I think Bill has met his match... Gene was able to speak his mind and called Bill for interupting him.. I really am impressed with Gene and the conversation between the 2 was very entertaining

[@alvareza21able]

Bill is wasted tho.

[@curiositypiqued6573]

BS "met his match"??? This guys a tool...should stick to shouting and screaming crappy music

[@Cavalier-lp8tr]

Originally BM tried acting. The only movie I saw him in was proof he couldn't act. Some how his condescension and ability to belittle others made him money while masking his own inferiority complex. He hates Trump because they share similar personalities. The difference is Trump is far more accomplished.

[@suzanne296]

I really like Gene!! He's extremely intelligent and interesting.

[@pokerbosscycler]

get some ladies on the show.......

[@ST-ue5fb]

"I'm sorry Gene - I don't listen to the guests." So true, and funny that he knows and admits it. Haha.

[@lovelyeyessee]

Finally! Someone talks over Bill. Best one yet!!

[@idahomike4254]

Gene totally showed his articulate side in this interview as well as his quick wit. Not just a simple-minded rocker. Very impressive, indeed.

[@hinduismwithpremananddasbhagat]

Gene has never been a simple minded rocker. He's a businessman through and through. You should listen to his talks about coming here as a Israeli boy who didn't speak English. He's far greater than the trash Kiss lyrics and make-up.

[@youbetcha6880]

If Gene had stuck to teaching, he would have been the one teacher that the kids hung around with after school just to have fun.

[@karlx-1]

Gene is as brilliant in business as he is talent-less in music.

[@CenterThePendulum]

@@karlx-1 Actual musicians know he’s talented. You may not like the music, but you don’t just fall into his stature.

[@markgroesbeck2717]

I agree. Gene seems very level-headed clear minded and intelligent with a great sense of humor. It was cool to see him behind the makeup. I know he’s made thousands of interviews w/o makeup but this is the first time I’ve seen one for a decent length of time 😎

[@eduardoalvarez1921]

Gene is intelligent and funny. He definitely gave Bill some good debate better than the other guests in my opinion. People don't realize the success story of Gene Simmons. Great episode!

[@RebeccaKhan-fx7jf]

The guests are told to not be funnier than Bill. So, Gene got more leeway, because he is Kiss.

[@Wiseguy429]

Gene I’m glad you put Bill this Drunken idiot in his place

[@garethwilliams7936]

Best show to date. Intelligent and articulate guest got to speak more than the host. Hope to see more of that. Bring on Chappelle and Gervais.

[@markgroesbeck2717]

Yes please

[@natevm7888]

Actually would love to see Putin on here, see Bill tear into him( with security of course) anyone else?

[@miker5631]

Gene Simmons was very impressive in this conversation. Honest about himself and his sins. More importantly, he is knowledgeable and intelligent....with great perspective. He disagreed in an inoffensive manner. I'm impressed.

[@ExcitedAnacondaSnake-hg8ec]

I agree I was surprised. I guess next to Maher he sure makes a contrast!

[@davidbeja]

I like Bill a lot, but Gene was truly amazing in this session. He spoke with a lot of common sense and intelligence. Also very humble and easy going. I admire him.👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@ChrisEdenburn-wj9ch]

Do you know who hosts this broadcast?

[@kingko6512]

Gene is the perfect personality to handle Bill's personality

[@AlmostReady504]

I wonder if Bill could get away with being this fd up on his cable show. Unless your stoned too it is pretty annoying

[@myroncope5]

yeah they're both entertaining egomaniacs

[@contractor08831]

@@AlmostReady504 - Like listening to a frat boy, Bill just babbles on incoherently, under the delusion that he's saying something profound. If he sat next to me at a bar and started one of his diatribes, I would just finish my drink and head out the door. What an insufferable egotist !!!!!

[@ThisUnderWorldOfDarkness]

Because Bill has a man crush on Gene

[@corykobe3769]

What being more greedy or talentless?

[@belle.m]

Gene being the real Gene. Showing people they all underestimated him and believed the fake persona. Love this interview.

[@natevm7888]

So if you are dating him would you appreciate that he dated you for 28 years!!!.... before marrying you before being shamed on national TV to marry you because as he claims he's had sex with 5,000 other women before you?.... would you still love him as Gene being Gene?...

[@belle.m]

@@natevm7888 not sure what your point is but if you’re talking about Shannon, she knew what she was getting into. He didn’t hide that part of his life from anyone. Besides, I don’t presume to know about other people’s personal relationships. For all we know he was 100% honest with her and she was ok with it. Just like I hope she would have been with him considering she was a Playboy bunny. Besides, I was referring more about his fake persona of the Demon character, so I have no idea what you are talking about.

[@EmperorStarscream]

I think he's changed quite a bit over the last 20 years, comes with the territory of maturing and raising a family. He's 73 years old, you can't be an asshole forever if you want a companion in the twilight of life

[@Johnny-hy8yi]

@Scott Scotty What do you expect from a sellout joo wh 0 re

[@plane_guy6051]

Let me guess; Does he have a Polaroid picture of you?

[@Malouco]

Gene makes Bill look like he is a baby sitting in a grown man’s chair

[@CleofasRivas-jn9xz]

He’s sitting on a pillow. Also a pillow on his back. But why? 🤔🤷🏻‍♂️

[@benadams3569]

😂

[@carinalundgren]

​@@CleofasRivas-jn9xzthe high heel has made him backpain😂😉

[@garymolina2157]

He's sitting on a phone book. . . He wants to appear larger than he is. He's not a big guy.

[@DebbiesWorld]

@@garymolina2157hes 6’2”

[@jasonschmidt8194]

Great interview. I especially appreciated how Gene articulated his feelings about his love for his wife and family. Obviously, this is foremost on his mind, and he would like other people to realize it. Perhaps Bill seemed to want to change the subject, but I wanted to hear it and can relate to Gene's experience. As far as their political conversation is concerned, well, I have had way too many beers to comment on that!

[@thomasjust2663]

wow Gene impressed me, he did held his ground in a respectful manner

[@danalaviano8579]

I am slowly falling for Bill the more I watch these. He’s just very real and I appreciate his pov. Mr. Simmons is always a great guest. Loved this episode.

[@mchammer1836]

Kiss is one of the few bands that articulate the words to all of their songs so well that I can easily understand them. Love that fact. And love their music

[@maryannette3455]

Oh my just love Gene...so happy for him and Shannon. I so miss their Reality Show.

[@fleasflea1928]

Gene is brilliant. Would love to see more of him.

[@jondunmore4268]

Go to that Search field up the top of this page, type in 'Gene Simmons' and - voila! You'll see more of him.

[@laceyriley5426]

Gene Simmons wagging his finger at Bill Maher for smoking and drinking - priceless.

[@timbarker4138]

Finally, someone called BS on Bill in a mature controlled way...best guest yet!...

[@MJHanegraaf]

Fantastic episode! Always enjoyed Gene's reality TV show (and I hate reality TV shows) and this interview underscores how comfortable he is in his own skin and what a true 'man' he is, without apologies. Two intelligent men talking with each other.

[@dcool2u2]

Gene is funnier than I expected him to be. I guess I didn't know as much about his personality as I do his music. Great ep!

[@markgroesbeck2717]

Same

[@hinduismwithpremananddasbhagat]

I became a kiss fan AFTER listening to Gene's interviews like this. Not the trash talk short blips, but the bigger talks.

[@lindsaymercier7618]

He was hilarious on his tv show family jewels even

[@ChrisBiersack513]

One of my favorite Gene Simmons interviews! Really enjoyed this conversation.

[@jopo7996]

This will be a successful interview for Gene if Bill buys more than $1000 in KISS merchandise when it's over.

[@remoevans7847]

For Bill, it will be if he recalls half of the conversation. 😂

[@NewWorldDAO]

Is this who is running the country

[@NewWorldDAO]

@@remoevans7847 Rock ‘n’ roll stars are running the fucking country what congressmen are you playing

[@NewWorldDAO]

@@remoevans7847 You rape little girls Are you one of the ones is going to get the death penalty because you’re so fucking evil Is that why you’re not telling the truth is that why you’re keeping me in a dungeon is that why you’re preventing the world from living their lives because of your evil

[@remoevans7847]

@@NewWorldDAO Computer day at the asylum again? What are the voices saying now? 😳

[@jacquelinecahill5079]

I love the banter between these two incredible people

[@KOBUSmusic]

Only one incredible person on here.... and its not the host.

[@Winterstick549]

Political party buttkisser are ya?​@@KOBUSmusic

[@douglasjaeger1559]

I’ve never been a big Gene Simmons fan, however this interview impressed me and significantly raised my opinion of him.

[@pamelajean1344]

I find the profundity of Gene Simmons' emotional growth as admirable as I find Gene's commitment to true moral repentance. I am happy for my own journey to a higher humanity. #CharacterMatters

[@pokerbosscycler]

can you believe no ladies on the podcast.........wtf..

[@hyacinthlynch843]

"I'm tired of all the 'isms,' how about live and let live." Props to you Mr. Simmons.

[@JEESSZZOO1]

Ironic since Gene advocated for just the opposite during wuhan

[@andrewmiller4885]

How Shannon stayed with this man for so many many years is beyond me. Off all the places to meet a loving committed and descent woman, the Playboy brothel was the last place anyone would even dream about. Yet Shannon was the real deal,and there she was. I have no idea what she was even doing there, but go figure ...life is strange indeed. Gene Simmons got really lucky when he met that lovely, beautiful girl, and she was a stunner when she was young. She is still a very attractive woman. Great wife, great mother, great homemaker, and long suffering. So glad Gene woke up to himself. It's true when they say it takes a good woman to bring out the best in a man. It's been my experience many many women, especially today, bring out the worst in their men folk. Thanks for this video always enjoy Bill Maher and all his guests. Totally love "Club Random"

[@Czechbound]

Mr. Simmons is very, very interesting guy. And you can see generosity, open mindedness, and good manners here.

[@jacobkubacki2719]

Gene’s is a great example of what one can do to succeed in the United States. He’s definitely outspoken but I admire the drive. Kiss was not an over night success. Never giving up, not getting into drugs & alcohol & making tough but necessary decisions is what got him where he is.

[@Viajealduende]

So how do you explain the old English gents Mick Jagger and Keith Richards?

[@thomasbonnett4800]

Embalming.

[@massapower]

EXACTLY !!😎

[@Winterstick549]

@@Viajealduende Them too, but they aren't the subject of this interview.

[@Viajealduende]

@@Winterstick549 True that I didn’t link my point better. I was referring to Gene Simmons no drugs and alcohol perspective. And I’m not saying he’s wrong about that. The Stones are older, doing it longer and infamous for their drugs and alcohol of course they had to get it under wraps. Mick still likes a pint.

[@lisaknorr2507]

After watching this episode , My whole opinion of Gene Simmons has changed ... He is absolutely brilliant !!! Very pleasantly surprised

[@jackdempsey2241]

By far the best one yet. Finally Bill let's someone talk. Gene is TREMENDOUS

[@valuerjtp7]

Gene was wonderfully determined to get a word in like an older calmer brother.

[@mattheweble5550]

@@valuerjtp7 Yeah, Bill kinda gave that snotty petulant little brother vibe here.

[@ramonluna7740]

BILL DIDN'T LET NO ONE TALK . Gene and others just have more scruples to take over the conversation and tell it like it is. kuddos to GENE

[@rmcdaniel423]

Just came across this podcast. The format of a couple dudes, just sitting around relaxed and half baked, on whatever chemicals float their boat, talking about whatever nonsense is tripping their trigger at the moment, like it's of UTMOST importance . . . and in the grand scheme of things it often IS pretty f-ing important . . . this is social media brilliance. Please keep sharing.

[@ryannevermanmusic]

Yeah it's really a really good new idea. I've never seen this sort of thing before.

[@ryannevermanmusic]

Really F - ING good idea

[@andrewdeen1]

rich white dudes sitting down stoned doing a podcast? what a novel approach!

[@helethead]

@@ryannevermanmusic what? That’s what most podcasts are. People talking to each other. Especially in the beginning.

[@politicalcounterpoint]

Only one was half baked

[@stevenbuell8123]

I love this about gene, never judgemental and stands up for what he believes in

[@aviduser1961]

One of the best videos of Gene I have ever seen, and it's here on KZbin, is Gene applying his demon make-up on his daughter. His make-up or his Kiss character is the strongest of the group and you see how transformative it is.

[@markl5998]

I too have seen the video. I enjoy it. It's sweet. I'm not usually into that heartwarming stuff. But yes

[@thetattooedtraveler]

Gene is a deep thinker and a smooth talker. So articulate and basically self taught in all things business and philosophy. I’m currently listening to his audiobook ME, Inc. which I highly recommend to anyone who enjoys him in this clip. Motivating stuff.

[@FiveFigsDigital]

See above. Inked fool.

[@TontoEpstein]

He is far more a smooth talker than he is a deep thinker.

[@thetattooedtraveler]

@@midnitelitecompany I respectfully disagree, my friend. KISS is certainly not everyone's cup of tea but I believe Gene's business sense, the fact that he immigrated to this country with nothing...at all...and has built himself up to the level of success he's been enjoying for over 40 years is quite the testament to his business sense. But all of this is not to mean that I will be purchasing a KISS coffin any time soon. Best to you!

[@thetattooedtraveler]

@@TontoEpstein Lol you may very well be correct

[@natevm7888]

@@TontoEpstein couldn't agree more his smooth talking kept Shannon dating him for 28 stinking years!!! and 5,000 women on the side... like who the hell,,, like there aren't even words for that I'm at a loss..... But he is beyond dirty dog like we all may have like myself fooled around back in the day you know I was the lead singer of the band but never even close to this level and I mean I can say I was never kiss level but still no matter if you're rich or poor "no woman wants to be second fiddle"

[@louanneferracioli7521]

Was never a huge fan of Gene but have huge respect for him now. Bill, your hypocrisy was spotlighted finally. Thanks Gene !

[@teaching_and_learning]

As a long time fan of Real Time…Club Random continues to grow on me more and more the time. Perfect companion to the TV show!

[@vincentcalderone5956]

Bill should have George Soros on. George is the grand wizard of the Democratic party and is responsible for installing judges and prosecutors that won't prosecute murderers but will prosecute people that defend Themselves. George spent his youth removing the valuables from corpses after their executions in WW2, by you know who. He is the heart and soul of today's Democratic party. would be loads of fun

[@Bubbles99718]

I agree with that. Interesting companion piece

[@TheProphegy]

Never been a Kiss guy but Gene is a great guy, I always enjoyed the interviews I’ve seen of his. This one is GREAT!

[@Bubbles99718]

Umm. Huge Kiss from way back. But every bit of scuttlebutt about him is pretty bad.

[@qayss8977]

So, so, so many people who have had to work with him (particularly in music as opposed to business) consider him a completely unbearable egoist. I also think that he´s a good person, but we wouldn´t be friends!

[@danilopaolucci7976]

I think Gene Simmons is one of the best interview guests because he is articulate and concise. Always great watching his interviews.

[@beardzgorski8397]

again with articulate. hilarious ...he also showered.

[@frankrothiz4u]

Gene is another intelligent man in show biz. And he seems like a nice guy to boot, good show Bill, thank you for the time and work you put into these pod casts.

[@deb9806]

Didn’t fry his brain like many

[@photosolutions8618]

Gene Simmons is always a great delight to listen to. I first heard him on Adam Carolla's "Take a Knee" podcast and I have been a fan of his interviews/podcasts every time.

[@scottthomas4779]

Gene is very clever and articulate and he show it here. He also has a huge heart. It's always funny to me when people talk shit about him because they can't see past the very obvious and purposeful arrogant cocky persona that he puts on at times. Great interview

[@makeadifference4all]

I wasn't expecting much when I saw Gene Simmons listed as the guest for this show. I still remember Simmons' notoriously obnoxious 2002 interview on NPR's "Fresh Air," but this podcast episode contains a fantastic conversation. It's clear Simmons has matured a lot in the last 20 years, as Maher and Simmons discuss. "Club Random" and "Conan Obrien Needs a Friend" are quite different but are by far the most entertaining interview podcasts I know of.

[@EmperorStarscream]

Gene is into the nostalgic twilight of his life, everyone softens in their 70s

[@brianmeen2158]

Care to explain what made Genes interview with NPR so obnoxious? I’m not familiar with it

[@ThatNorwegianGuy-]

@@EmperorStarscream I'm turning 30 next year and I'm already in the nostalgia phase.. jeez

[@EmperorStarscream]

@@ThatNorwegianGuy- that's because you've never grown up

[@ThatNorwegianGuy-]

@@EmperorStarscream Aha.. Way to make assumptions there "starscream". But no, it's quite the opposite, I had to grow up sooner than most.

[@Malouco]

A conversation between Gene and Bill is going exactly how I imagined!!! 😂 “Whatever u say Bill”

[@therealme613]

73yrs old still living the dream, he definitely gets the #1 badass American Jew of all time award!!! I love this guy ✌️💖&💡

[@hey_you]

Gene made some excellent points, especially towards the end.

[@joemontano71]

Agree - especially about the curtain in the voting booth.

[@fuzzywuzzy1355]

Yes, I agree. I was pleasantly surprised at some of his opinions, beliefs and points

[@TheSteveBoyd]

Gene Simmons didn't allow Bill to filibuster as he's prone to doing when he gets too high. Maybe the best episode yet!

[@deb9806]

And no shame. Loved it

[@wiltree6504]

Filibuster, good way to put it.

[@vivianshields3151]

Gene, I’ve never heard it quoted so well, People who need people…..you’re practical and real and you’re right, depends who’s talking, as to how much I want to listen. Thanks, respect to you and Shannon & family.

[@silent3135]

People will now realize how articulate and intelligent Gene is. It's not a fluke how successful he is with Kiss and his business interests.

[@anglomik]

These two work/chat well together. They should take this show on the road! 👍

[@sherrydionisio4306]

Love you, Gene! Wisdom comes with age, but of course, not with all, or even many. It runs the gamut within our individualized, nuanced differences and Kudos, you won the lottery!

[@wiltree6504]

I was expecting this podcast to be much more combative but I was pleasantly surprised. What a difference it makes when Bill allows his guests to speak. Maybe Bill has been paying attention to the feedback he has been getting.

[@miralabualjadail4206]

I seriously doubt it 😂 I think he does this for himself and doesn’t ever read any feedback.

[@pope03]

Couldn’t have more ego in one room unless Bill was drinking from the skull of Glenn Frey. Love them all lol

[@wolfsvision940]

🤣😂🤣

[@Didisnsis]

😂

[@jhwyatt831]

Ha ha, great comment!!!

[@maliant16]

Me too!

[@Rockerlady]

Wow, Ethan!

[@mylesmilliman6166]

This was very entertaining and a great conversation. I laughed a lot with these guys. I have had mostly disdain for Bill Maher over the years, but this makes me warm to him (slightly). And to Gene as well. I've always been a bigger fan of the band than the individuals who make it up, though I generally do like much of what Gene has had to say, though he has also often been very adept at putting his foot in his mouth. But here he seems to have developed more self-awareness and realization about his own failings, both past and present, which always makes a person more endearing than projecting their own greatness to the world. Which has been Gene's modus operandi for most of his public life.

[@brightpiinkhat]

The height difference in the chairs is absolutely hilarious

[@trumpyla]

Bill the Midget

[@claytonphelps9911]

the chairs are the same, I think Gene has a big pillow of some kind on his, look closely, maybe he's uncomfortable slouched down low and has a hard time getting up from that low point, I also hate low seating, Gene has toured ,wearing 40 lbs of costume for several decades. Just sayin' no big deal. He's 73 now.

[@labadoor2607]

Bill is only 5'8"..... Gene is 6'2"....

[@Crimsonphilosophy]

Industrial light and magic

[@brightpiinkhat]

@@labadoor2607 I want to make it very clear that I'm aware that the difference in height is not because of the actual chairs 😂😭

[@mhaze210]

Any time Gene started talking about something emotional, I got nervous thinking Bill Maher could break out into laughter at any second.

[@redskywalker3374]

that would be too much emotion

[@gaylachiriaco8667]

That's because Bill is emotionally immature and has never grown up.

[@corykobe3769]

@@gaylachiriaco8667 Gene has dirty ass std infested panties stapled to his wall. Stfu.

[@HH-gv8mx]

@@gaylachiriaco8667 you are correct. Bill is incredibly smart, what is extensive knowledge and history is a bigger turn on than his looks. He’s funny and not lazy. But boy is he stunted emotionally he’s about as mature as a 15-year-old.

[@godnah]

Gene is so ridiculously naïve about women for having slept with 5000 of them.

[@BeeKay4444]

Gene looks pretty dang amazing for 73 years old. Definitely sharp in his mind. Certainly an enjoyable conversation.

[@arlen1630]

Gene spent 200,000 schedules on that head of his .....he always liked good head😮

[@scsmith4604]

Dr. Ruth came to the college I went to on some sort of a speaking tour. Because I thought she was funny I went to see her. Worth every penny of the free admission that I paid (I am sure her appearance fee was jammed into my tuition somehow). That lady was hilarious. Better than most stand-up comedians that I have seen.

[@bafflezbiz]

I loved KISS as a kid; I had their poster on my wall, but I was far too young and in the wrong era to know anything about my heroes. We had zero access to interviews, wikis, podcasts, no view into the personalities or really any aspect of their lives aside from their performance and maybe a fluff piece in a magazine. That said, I had no idea how intelligent and funny Gene Simmons was. I'm a fan all over again!!

[@JesseeSage]

Bill and Gene are like the odd couple. Gene is totally straight faced through most of the interviews, no laughter at all, while Bill is having a blast.

[@Pedro91795]

Gene - sober , articulate , clearheaded Bill- stoned AF and dopey , slurry , all over the place .

[@sandrapicciotto2508]

Bill is always having a blast . he's always Inebriated drunk, intoxicated.

[@TJ-ht3jb]

I had developed a less than favorable opinion of Gene Simmons over the years. Loved this episode. I have a new found favorable view of the man. We need good strong minded men at this time in history.

[@Sammasambuddha]

He's been through a lot. Experience either changes you or kills you.

[@johnrwalker53]

yep right now we have a President in beginning stages of Dementia who never made correct decisions even before his condition now. Like Obama said,''Joe can always find a way to F..k things up''.

[@robvangessel3766]

I still have an unfavorable opinion of Simmons.

[@pfzt]

I feel the same. I loved him in Kiss, hated him as a celebrity but here and there the KZbin bits keep popping up and show that he is quite the multifaceted person. Interviews with him are always interesting and the video where he puts his kiss make-up on his daughter is adorable.

[@Lavo68]

Agreed! Gene has evolved into a self aware wise and diplomatic man.

[@scottmasson3039]

Gene has grown so much over the years. He was so repulsive when I was younger, and now he’s a wise, respectable human who’s honest with his emotions. Mad respect for any human who can progress into something better over their lives.

[@dont_follow5777]

Except he doesn't give a damn about your rights.

[@CharlieMarno100]

Lol

[@BassManDan1018]

You can tell for all his bravado, Gene has benefited from being part of a band and a family. Having kids and a wife, and also a bandmate to bicker with like Paul Stanley has probably kept him grounded. Maher on the other hand is an absolute weapon, and could probably do with someone in his life telling him he’s a plonker.

[@ernestgutierrez6428]

Maybe also the fact that he’s 73! That might contribute to his maturation too

[@bleepblorpp]

This is like watching 2 family members argue at the table. Kind of wholesome.

[@allthecolors6900]

Don't care what people say ... i love Gene. A national treasure!!

[@buttkid3548]

Unpopular opinion. Gene's solo album is the best KISS album.

[@jopo7996]

Finally! Bill got Andre the giant on the show.

[@brettteeter3461]

😂

[@doglover1331]

I can’t stop laughing at this comment😆

[@MisterK-YT]

Would’ve been funny if Bill pulled out peanuts and said “anybody want a peanut?”

[@frankrothiz4u]

I bought a trampoline after listening to one of Bill's pod casts and researching his understanding about the health benefit to our Lymph System, other benefits are also derived from "rebounding" thank you for that tip Bill !!

[@shireenmcquade1951]

Excellent discussion. Both men are so smart. Gene, your humility in renouncing your former self with respect to how you treated your wife before you were married, inspires humility and raises its noble value. And it shows respect for women. I love your acceptance of humanity in all our flaws and differences, political or otherwise. You are a true American, and an inspiration to all.

[@MrSpaceace1999]

Amen

[@jenniferh8961]

It was hysterical that Gene was talking at the camera and not Bill 🤣🤣🤣 as someone else said, lots ego in this room!! Fun conversation 🎉

[@kellyremple8982]

OMG Gene is sharp. Bill had his hands full in this one. 🤣

[@charliehargrave7458]

Gene Simmons is such a honest sincere human being. Glad i saw this interview.

[@davidh6818]

Gene Simmons Honest and sincere ? Now that's funny🤣🤣🤣

[@youbetcha6880]

His giant ego and large list of female conquests aside, Gene Simmons is probably the most stable rock star out there. (Paul Stanley is probably up there too.) I love the fact that Gene's giant ego was able to keep Bill in check and have a normal conversation.

[@mojodojo5533]

I would add Ted Nugent to that list.

[@TrevyTrev-andTheFunkyPets]

@@mojodojo5533 Ted has a different ego than Gene and he’s angrier. Not a good mix.

[@hawaiian8213]

"Yes, Joe Biden " 🤣 God, do I love Chaim Witz 😍

[@inst1tution]

I am watching at 39:06. This is real content. I love the fact that there are genuinely two different viewpoints. That's anything, but self-evident in modern entertainment. Congrats, Bill (and Gene). Greetings from Finland.

[@Guitargate]

This podcast is the best ever. It’s off the rails and I love it.

[@ThatNorwegianGuy-]

If you think this is off the rails then let me introduce you to JRE fight companions.. that's a drug infused, alcohol poisoned train run amok 😏

[@paulblack8887]

For a party band, KISS is such an influential band for the young men and teens who dreamed of being rock stars, even if the KISS sound and idea wasn't where they ended up. Much love and Gene's reality show was one of the watchable ones for me that really didn't need affected drama to keep me entertained, thanks for giving us a window into your world Mr. Simmons.

[@courtneyross7879]

Yeah, I tried to stick with his reality show, until his Jeep broke down in the California or Nevada desert and it was none other than Carrot Top to the rescue!🥕🤦🏾

[@pzj2017]

I wonder how many folks dressed up for Halloween as a member of KISS.

[@MENFUSSMIKE]

​@@pzj2017 twice, actually 3 times

[@NikkieRoxxx]

@@pzj2017 in 1990 :) as Gene

[@OMGWTFLOLSMH]

7 mins in and Gene Simmons is funnier and quicker than most professional comedians that come on the show. lol

[@benwright6330]

Yea, he should've been a Comedian, he's a fucking Joke.🔥🚮

[@superdougie10]

Gene, you kill me, "I wear more makeup and high heels than all your girl friends combined." Lol You're the best

[@whateverman4945]

wow i really like Gene Simmons. What a real person

[@minvike37]

It took gene a long time to come to a realization like most people do that we are all vulnerable and sometimes it's ok to bring down that wall for the one's you love. But sometimes it to late and they are gone. Forever. Nice to see that Gene is an actual human being.

[@YuriPerezPreciado]

Wonderful interview! I had a great time listening and watching it.

[@erikbedard713]

Gene: "I did your show politically correct" Bill: "INcorrect, the sign's right there..."

[@youtuber6185]

To be fair , Bill was super politically correct 😂

[@morbidmanmusic]

Never was he correct politically. Were you just born yesterday "KZbinr"? You picked the right name....

[@brianroman4114]

@@morbidmanmusic it's ok it's just a comment on youtube it's going to be ok. It's not important lol

[@MarkMikelVideos]

@@youtuber6185 true. For example, he had to correct Gene in the way he described a male from China.

[@youtuber6185]

@@morbidmanmusic the media is liberal and he agrees with them 80% of the time. But when he disagrees he’s politically incorrect. I applaud him for taking a stand when he does. Now let’s go to you…. You are aware the media is leftist aren’t you? Bill agrees btw. In fact, he said “I didn’t shift right, the media shifted left”

[@PsychicRaven]

Two smart, authentic dudes engage in an interesting chat. Thanks!

[@ChristopherDonnerArtist]

This is one of the most entertaining interviews I've ever seen

[@latex0r]

Gene is one funny dude, great timing

[@gwenritch]

Gene is the best when it comes to interviewing. Great job and Bill laughed all the way through

[@traviswatts6661]

Another great podcast. Thank you Bill and Gene. Different thoughts is what makes this country great. Group think is what divides us.

[@ozziefernandez4603]

Great interview by Bill Maher....Gene seems to be very compassionate about his past and present life evolution.

[@Danny-qi4lp]

Gene Simmons nailed it....."your truth".

[@jopo7996]

I hope Bill doesn't interrupt Gene too much, and allows him to speak frehley.

[@elpresidenteelecto2879]

Gene is not into freedom. That dude insisted you get a jab for the cold. SMH

[@istateyourname4710]

Like whatcha did there...👍

[@scorpiorising3741]

That would be ace!!

[@morbidmanmusic]

@El Presidente Electo Stop talking

[@paveljakl]

@@scorpiorising3741 ace videos

[@ARKenMan]

It's hard to believe that the KISS front man is so extremely wise. I was floored. I don't know anything about KISS other than what I've seen by accident over the years. Can't name a single song. But that guy is smart. I'd love to have a convo with 'em. Very interesting guy.

[@8arrows]

Paul was the front man.

[@qayss8977]

Gene is the bassist, but the most publicly outward by far.

[@hinduismwithpremananddasbhagat]

Front man? Gene was promoted after all these years????? LOL Also, Gene is quite smart and an astute businessman. Stories about him coming to America and not speaking english are a delight to hear. But, he does like to trash talk in front of the camera, as he forgets to take off his 'beast' make-up in his head, so the dumb ass statements he says take headlines over his plethora of astute interviews. The guy is well educated, well read, very intelligent. His song lyrics are still trashy sex, but nobody is perfect. LOL I actually always hated Kiss and him, until I started listened to his interviews and realized he wasn't at all what I thought. Now I'm a total 100% Kiss fan.

[@chrisfritz6261]

Gene is actually a very wise man ,it's just that he believes he's the best mfer of all time

[@Wicklesschic74]

I have always loved Gene ! I love how Shannon calls him Genie❤

[@IamSimoid7]

Thanks Bill. Another fascinating interview.

[@MrEtc31265]

Another great conversation among friends.

[@robinrahmani4705]

Very cool chat. Love these two guys. So cool to listen to them. Please do part 2.

[@localwarming]

Gene’s all class. When he pulled Bill up for saying that Hugh Hefner had “croaked”.

[@morbidmanmusic]

"Class"... come of it...

[@ldobbs2384]

"Pulling someone up" was a term that was used in the Cedu boarding school brainwashing cult I spent 2.5 years at in the 90s, now you woke little LA pillowbiters talk this way in real life?!

[@ldobbs2384]

@@morbidmanmusic off

[@ldobbs2384]

@@morbidmanmusic imagine being someone who would genuinely take offense at that...😆

[@localwarming]

@@morbidmanmusic if it’s someone you know, which both Gene and Bill did, it’s in pretty poor taste to say that about someone. Would you use that language to your mother when mentioning your grandmother’s death?

[@marklechman2225]

Gene rules. He is such a force of nature and a hell of a guy. Is he perfect, of course not, nobody is. But he’s definitely one of my heroes. P.S. very smart move embracing KZbin, Bill, this is where the party is now.

[@mdfgdgafdgdfg6509]

I didn't know Gene Simmons was such a delight.