Thoughts on Joe Rogan's New Texas Studio | Lex Fridman

I had fun talking with Joe on JRE in Texas. Episode should be out next week. A lot of folks asked me how the new studio is. This quick video is about that. TLDW: I love it.
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[@lexfridman]

I had fun talking with Joe on JRE in Texas. Episode should be out next week. A lot of folks asked me how the new studio is. This quick video is about that. TLDW: I love it.

[@3500andrei]

not gonna lie, I would 100% watch you interview Young Jamie. he's been behind the scenes for too long.

[@PaulV3D]

@@3500andrei you said it man, we're all thinking the same thing! ;)

[@jonkisor9211]

So glad you are getting Jamie on the show! I've watch almost every episode of joe and know very little about Jamie.

[@temite80]

I appreciate your view Lex, but I think you are being kind in this case. At least from a viewer's perspective, the new studio is claustrophobic and garish, whereas the previous one looked like a laid back man cave with a comfortable sitting space, which works much better for long form conversational videos.

[@claybomb1064]

Shout out to Young Jamie! Can’t wait to see him on your podcast.

[@coolworx]

The old studio looked comfortable. This one looks like you're going in for an Extraterrestrial MRI.

[@AS-rp5qd]

Maybe that's what Joe was going for, lol..

[@antoncromas5125]

If you actually used to viewing JRE rather than listening, the new setup really makes it for an uncomfortable viewing. Red draws all the attention, my eyes kept jumping back and forth and it really is a tiring experience.

[@jaywilson7832]

@@antoncromas5125 I'll be using f.lux to adjust the color on my screen, to make it black and white, or sepia.

[@LKRaider]

Where are you guys watching these? I thought it won’t come out until next week?

[@kristomonte6076]

I think it's an underground bunker honestly

[@darvisprime]

Would love to see an episode with Jamie and yourself.

[@kingmobcollective]

Id be down as fuck

[@TheMcdrewb]

Young Jamie needs to do a podcast...lex would be a great place for it

[@carfish]

Best idea ever.

[@eamonshields2754]

Jamie’s whack, the only time you hear him speak is when he’s whining or complaining about something a conservative guest says on the show.

[@sidkapoor9085]

Who is he again? I don't think enough people give a damn l.

[@fleekwoodmac3705]

The studio looks like a lair for a Sith Lord.

[@dimas.2381]

A very small Sith lord

[@thebenc1537]

it looks like a colonscopy

[@joelouis5006]

@@dimas.2381 darth small

[@ExpatNTraining]

Respectfully, there is to much of the color Red. I prefer the older studio’s lighting and color.

[@Ashh9]

You’re such a child😂

[@adamkawecki6199]

Exactly. Takes the focus away from faces. So much so it makes people look pale and desaturated... Red is the worst choice for a background for interviews - people's faces have a lot of the color, so it blends them with the background. Literally any other color would do for contrast. It could be easily adjusted in post though - but not live, because without masking the effects that Jamie could do to fix that would look horrible and affect the faces. But, as Lex says, Jamie probably has a plan already, so we just have to wait

[@Aeroneus1]

You are not listening

[@c9hr0ni4c]

@@hellooutsiders6865 absolutely the opposite. This one seems much more cozy and ready to have a conversation. That's the point. The other place was huge and not intimate at all.

[@hyperswivel]

Sounds like Jamie is still tinkering. I bet the tone of the lighting will change.

[@deven9565]

It looks like a private booth at a strip club

[@edwardliddy]

@WoundrousMindTrick this question infers that it would be shameful to admit if one has. life is short ....live man, just live. why conform or act a certain way to please societal norms.

[@Driftingsushi]

no it doesnt wtf

[@bigreddoggo]

with the death grips photo lol

[@weldlife373]

My thoughts exactly😂😂😂😂

[@Marxone]

Stip Club on a Death Star

[@ianhornbeck]

Rogan went from: Man Cave to: Birth Canal. From this point on, I will now only refer to his studio as: The Birth Canal.

[@gamingwithdurly]

If it belongs to a robot 🤣

[@gothicwestern]

Ha ha I was trying to think how to phrase it!

[@darbzz]

Lmao

[@bccampbell6677]

Girth *

[@rickmoranisstan]

The new studio is inside the red pill

[@bozo6847]

ahahahahaha

[@chandlerhamilton8773]

Underrated

[@elmerbeltshire7599]

This comment makes Spotify angry

[@venommusk1044]

Looks like the inside of a tanning bed

[@Alistair]

yeah, I like the design, but the red is a bit much. Colours are important for creating a mood. The brick in the old studio was perfect for creating a chill atmosphere. I think in this new setup that using a more white, blue or green type of tone would work nicely. Maybe even a bit purple, dunno, worth experimenting

[@Sleepydill]

Its his spaceship wym

[@giannirusso2604]

Hemp Tech you’re probably young Jamie with a burner account trying to counter anyone that makes fun of Joe’s new studio..

[@terrancesmith5389]

It looks the the inside of a brightly lit, colorful colon.

[@jahaziellara191]

He tried to mimic a tanning bed for those heat shock proteins.

[@MrBWB]

The extra space looks good on video though. The new studio looks really claustrophobic.

[@temite80]

Indeed it does.

[@V4ka1]

So true

[@Vinicius.Passos.]

@@eltoro969 Professional musician here who does all his own recordings(sound and video). Finally someone gets my point. It really doesn't matter what the guests think of the new studio. It is technically set up wrong and that's why it always looks strange to the viewers. Any amateur knows that the strong lights should be in front of + lighter lights over the person you're recording. Strong lights behind them is just a constant shift of attention and depending on your equipment, it'll look like shit. The appearance is also extremely important since it is a video podcast. I too don't bother watching it anymore due to its uncomfortable looks + terrible lighting.

[@coreyhamilton6485]

Not a good feel, but they can just paint and switch the art.

[@josephroach9793]

temite80 ya can’t help but think everyone is so desperate to be on they eat their words. It’s the emeperors new studio

[@Rubariton]

Im sure this construction makes the interviewer and the interviewee more engaged with eachother. However it disengages with the viewer. The spots are too bright, the red is too agressive and the fences in the back are distracting to me. I as a viewer dont get the sense of comfort anymore watching the vids

[@phyllisa1720]

I agree with everything you've said.

[@Spacey_Tea]

Then listen don't watch. Everyone just wants to complain. Nobody cares about your opinion.

[@FortYeah]

​@@Spacey_Tea I thought the title of the video was Thoughts on Joe Rogan's New Texas Studio...

[@smoke126857]

The only things I like are the table and the one tv in the back. Why didn't Joe take a vote on what the new studio should be?

[@scratchy996]

I first thought they were doing the show in an underground brothel, until the new studio is complete...

[@shaner217]

The studio looks horrible from the viewers perspective.

[@finalform6667]

Not to me it doesn't

[@johkupohkuxd1697]

@@finalform6667 Well you're very special then

[@ben-yf2em]

Exactly they ruined the cool relaxed vibe of the podcast that red is so hard to watch

[@tommylatham9868]

It's an assault on my eyes, fortunately I just listen on headphones while I do other stuff but the new studio is as annoying as a trans black lives matter rioter.

[@manuelgalvan8566]

Am I the only one that hates the new intro too

[@venommusk1044]

The New Studio has less personality. It just looks like a bunker.

[@Mach1Greeble]

It's Texas, they give bunkers away in happy meals.

[@TheRealBozz]

This. Exactly what I was thinking. Joe has a cool new nuclear fallout bunker. Hope he has RGB lighting!

[@MrPland1992]

Locksy you’ve clearly never been to Texas

[@flyinglotus5401]

@@MrPland1992 just a joke bro

[@MrPland1992]

Flying Lotus you’ve clearly never been into comedy or jokes.

[@ChrisZybeZ]

Even gives Jamie credit! What a nice guy! From the viewer's perspective: Most people can agree that the old studio looks more like a living room while this looks more like a claustrophobic doomsday bunker. Cheers! There's such thing as too much campfire :')

[@lucian5389]

@@longbong32 I KNEW IT YOU ARE AN ADVERTISING BOT! Who's paying you might I ask? Ive seen this account spam a bunch of videos all saying the same thing but advertising a different video... weird

[@ChrisZybeZ]

@@lucian5389 wtf

[@lucian5389]

@@ChrisZybeZ damn she deleted her comment

[@robivlahov]

Exactly

[@Rizz_Messiah]

01:25 "How do you create an atmosphere where you forget the rest of the world exists." by setting the studio to 425f and baking for 3-4hrs

[@jamesbell5793]

Too much red. I had a red living room. Didn't realize how much more stressful/ angry/hyped up it made you feel until I changed it. Maybe that's that's what they are going for, making there guests more confrontational. Just saying. You heard it here first. Plus it looks like ike a green screen.

[@operandexpanse]

I agree. The red is harsh and makes me feel uneasy. In my opinion, red should only ever be used sparingly in pretty much any environment.

[@operandexpanse]

I agree. The red is harsh and makes me feel uneasy. In my opinion, red should only ever be used sparingly in pretty much any environment.

[@jaymorgan8017]

You nailed it.

[@noiseworks]

from a viewer's perspective its revolting

[@finalform6667]

No it's not

[@chriswhamilton]

@@finalform6667 I think you'd be surprised

[@comfykeegs]

Lol never knew there were aesthetic snowflakes listening to jre

[@noiseworks]

I thought 'snowflake' was somebody who complained about being criticised, not someone making a criticism?

[@aonghusapowen3931]

@@comfykeegs Colors have qualities that can cause certain emotions in people. Cunts tend to like it, as do (L)ame (O)ld (L)osers

[@xtoxicxsanity]

"There's more of a bond when two chimps look at the same TV."- Is that how Netflix and Chill works?

[@donovansmith5227]

Lex- With negative comments being a common theme in this episode, I wanted to say thank you. Your heartfelt reading of 'If' brought me to tears at the end of this episode. My great grandfather has been absolutely influential to the man I am today. He and my great grandmother both instilled in me a love for literature and poetry that has fundimentally changed who I am as a person. Great grandma always told me to pay attention to who I most wanted to be like, and that person was Grandpa. They both used to read me this poem, and even sent me with a printed copy when I left the house, more than onve. Hearing you read it for your grandmother caught me totally off guard and made me truly emotional. I think I'll call them tomorrow. There's 1000 miles between us, but I'm going to make sure they know how much I love them while I can Thanks for that, my friend. Peace and love from Chattanooga, TN.

[@danielfox2378]

The new studio is the most horrendous set I’ve ever seen. It’s absolutely amazing how wrong JRE was on this one.

[@jimmyfallon2484]

Think he will change it?

[@johkupohkuxd1697]

@@jimmyfallon2484 I fucking hope.

[@dominicholder7323]

@@jimmyfallon2484 I sort of doubt it. Joe doesnt give a fuck about random peoples opinion and it seems like this studio is pushing more people to spotify to hear the audio version instead. Its easy to fix though, so maybe if enough of his friends tell him what a bad experience watching his podcast is now, he might change it

[@dominicholder7323]

@@hellooutsiders6865 Welp. Its a good mentality to have. To ignore internet experts. You would have taken the Spotify deal too in his position AND he still publishes his videos on youtube, so why hate on him for that? The only shit you can hate on him for is having this weird ass red studio..

[@dominicholder7323]

@@hellooutsiders6865 And he seems to make changes already.. They swapped the lighting so it is much more bearable now

[@bloop9750]

Joe Rogan didn’t really move to Texas. He’s really stationed on Mars, and that studio is actually his home built by Elon. He had to switch to Spotify because their satellite system gives him the bandwidth he needs to broadcast from the red planet. ...Look into it. 😁

[@TheKingofpop370]

Eddie Bravo..is that you?

[@mttayd2866]

it's entirely possible.

[@bloop9750]

Football 2020 Have you ever tried DMT?

[@triton62674]

And that's why Duncan Trussell was his first guest, he helped Joe set up the SpaceCast

[@VinciGlassArt]

It's just truth.

[@sampragyaagarwal6325]

I still miss the flag, brick wall and that nice men cave feel!

[@guyod1]

American flag is racist now and Joe caved in.

[@guyod1]

@D Hill Respect? Joe endorsed Bernie. You think Bernie respects American flag? Joe has no respect for America he is all over the map. It makes him interesting to listen too but he has no integrity. Maybe it is an act to bring left and right together .

[@guyod1]

@D Hill Joe is a great moderator and can see both sides. I like hearing both sides. But should of never endorsed Bernie and told duncan to shut up. Socalism is not the answer and its not the governments job to be compassionate.

[@frederikduplessis3836]

Your acknowledgement of Jamie is just another reason I like you lex, your romanticism and enthusiasm of life and love makes me feel less alone. Thanks for being you.

[@ShaferHart]

"if you don't have good things to say then just start talking about Jamie instead"

[@G30RG3KA]

the studio is too damn RED.

[@cateng767]

yeah and not nice on the eyes

[@G30RG3KA]

@@zootsoot2006 shit you are right 😂

[@robertus55]

The old studio had soul. That was the place where Elon Musk puffed some grass without even inhaling, and Tesla stocks dropped the next day. The place where frogs were ingested and spit out harmless and elks were labeled as athletes with spears on their heads. The place where we heard mob stories, conspiracy theories, life dramas, comedies, political debates, mathematical theories, quantum mechanics, thoughts on the Multiverse and much more. The place where his guests did some crazy stuff, took part in deep conversations, laughed, and cried. Joe is a smart guy. He will figure it out. But I cannot believe they could not see this one coming. Maybe I will make _a video_ on how routine and aesthetics can impact our viewer experience.

[@cretep713]

P

[@wishiwasabear]

Move on, you guys are just too attached to the past and probably have a hard time with changes in general. The new studio will be part of a new wave of events that is yet to come, learn to embrace change and new possibilities instead of dwelling on old memories.

[@MixMastaCopyCat]

@@wishiwasabear Exactly. They'll get used to it

[@0xxDenilsonx]

What a well written comment 👏👏

[@SeanBeansDad]

@@wishiwasabear Haha what are you even on about. One day it become sacrilege to criticize the look of something and now points to some deeper psychological issues that needs addressing. If the studio actually looked fine, I doubt you'd see this many people complaining. Lex does a podcast environment change every once in a while and no one says anything.

[@NickolasGoadSD]

Thank you, Lex! I enjoyed you on JRE this last time, well, was my first time but now I'm going back to the others! Keep up the great work and presence you have going on with your podcast. Truly looking forward to diving into more of your content this weekend!

[@zeppelincheetah]

Cant wait for the episode. Always love when you're on JRE!

[@jared9651]

I'll admit the one tv set up is an improvement and Jamie is still awesome. The rest of the studio is extremely ruff on the eyes. I've had to ditch the video and only listen to the audio. The red is really intense.

[@noiseworks]

maybe it's so we all stop watching on youtube

[@KaninTuzi]

@@noiseworks That makes sense actually! Spotify are pioneers at making things annoying on purpose to manipulate consumers.

[@justsayin3600]

I can't watch it anymore. I can only look at it for a second then look away. It has actually taken my interest away from watching it.

[@marccas10]

"If it ain't broke dont try to fix it!" "Dont guild the Lilly!" "Dont change a winning team!" These are all phrases that came about because change isn't always good. I understand that Joe may have thought it would be hokey to replicate the old studio in Texas and have a new start. I understand that, but he could have kept the original dimensions and gone with a different look. To me it looks claustrophobic to watch and I like the long shot showing both guests with the guest further away. In the end he is a great bloke who has done very well and I'm sure will as other commenters have said "work it out".

[@marccas10]

@D Hill Calm down sweetheart. If you think that Joe Rogan doesn't read the comments you are nieve. The power is in saying you don't. In any event it is quite a fragile weak stance if you think about it. Not the image that Joe likes to project? If you make a change that a majority of your audience that actually watch the programme and dont listen to the podcast don't like that is going to effect your show.

[@NovemberFoxtrotRC]

Dude there is an honesty about your words that I absolutely love. It’s hard now a days to find someone that you really feel is in it for nothing but the gain of greater knowledge and a pure curiosity. It’s great. Never change lex.

[@rustyjames1727]

Looks like the Seinfeld Kenny Roger's Roasters episode.

[@jaymorgan8017]

Gotta look that one up.

[@glennmathisen2537]

"Oh, I'm stressed!"

[@philanthropicnightmare1206]

It looks kinda like a goofy spaceship. I think he should add some space “windows” with stars going by.

[@chrisfrederiksen1358]

Philanthropic Nightmare that would be fucking awesome and make it not feel so claustrophobic

[@michaelregan427]

Lex is joe's actual friend and this is proof of that. The studio looks like the inside of a jbl charge 3, devil's fleshlight, strip club, list will continue thanks to the clever viewers comments.

[@michaelregan427]

@John D I disagree sometimes you embrace weird shit about your friends.

[@zugzwang742]

Lex, you are seriously an inspiration. You're an amazing influence in my life and I can't thank you enough for being there for all of us the way you are.

[@timwinkler2337]

Great episode on The Joe Rogan Experience, glad I was able to find your channel from that episode. 👍

[@lcarthel]

You're being too nice about their cameras. The color temperature and focus needs correcting.

[@MisterWealth]

I think it's because they're using red lighting for backdrop and daylight balanced for their skin it looks so off.

[@mrbobo86]

Adjusting the white balance is not hard at all

[@MisterWealth]

@@mrbobo86 But swapping out the lighting in the entire studio would be

[@Pubrick]

Lex has too much to benefit from his relationship with Joe to speak honestly about how stupid the new studio looks. He talks about the increased functionality of the studio which is irrelevant to viewers. It's ugly and constantly out of focus. Everyone can see that.

[@cateng767]

studio is ugly I agree with that

[@Drogon45]

If you go back and look at the construction photos of the studio, it looked actually much cooler. Those red lights and grill looking sound absorber mats need to go.

[@abbyta26]

Exactlyyy

[@RyTrapp0]

He could've just not said anything about it at all - but, yea, I'm sure he totally went out of his way to blatantly lie about Joe's studio for no reason because he's just SO dependent on that Joe connection Christ these comments are dumb

[@LordPerique]

To be fair Lex seems like the kinda guy that would genuinely like the studio. Its got a spaceship feel to it.

[@preztrigger]

Great to hear Jamie receiving recognition. Would very much like hear more from him. Glad Joe talks to him in a more respectful manner now

[@jayrossatx]

i love this man. so humble, intelligent, artistic, and a brilliant interviewer. keep em coming Lex

[@theseasnakewhisperer8649]

You forgot to mention that the new studio looks ridiculous.

[@jaredlind2888]

Aaaaaaaaaaaand Lex is being his kind, constructive self again.

[@newtonheath92]

Also that poem you cited at the end of the podcast is my favorite. Thank you Lex.

[@TylerDurden9777]

You're the man Lex! One of my all time favourite JRE guests!

[@ntme9]

Lex the smirk on your face tells us all we need to know 😂

[@nathannation]

I would absolutely love an episode with Jamie. That would be awesome.

[@notchback93]

I’ve wondered for a long time why they haven’t done their own show! I’d be pumped to listen to that

[@bsykesbeats4013]

Jamie's been on the podcast twice

[@buckeye9252]

I couldn't hear his weasel like voice for an hour, no thnx

[@PTExp]

That was a great podcast. I'm looking forward to listening to your conversation with Joe. Keep up the good work bro!

[@valhallabownd]

What a humble, well thought out dude. Got my sub! I want to hear more.

[@PixelPhobiac]

It's bad, mkay?

[@DeuPKay]

People say that about every change ever. If this was the studio and the old one was the new one, I'm sure there would be more people saying "wtff, is he podcasting in front of a brick wall." I like it. It's the inside of a red pill, and when joe wears his astronaut outfit we'll be encountering some aliens.

[@theapplechapel]

@@DeuPKay bro it's more like the inside of a vibrator.

[@muygalan]

The new studio looks like an oversized oven for cooking Hot Pockets.

[@gregfaircloth6440]

Much love and respect Lex, great to hear your perspective on the new studio, personally I would tune in to hear and see Joe and young Jamie from a phone booth. Looking forward to checking out your upcoming PCs! Peace buddy

[@BrandonCary]

Just wanted to send out some positivity man. You’re doing an amazing job, really enjoy your content and your perspective.

[@blazer_boy]

Lex, you’re awesome! Jamie is great. I’d love to hear him as a guest!

[@cateng767]

it's hard on my eyes. I haven't watched since he moved

[@MrRyan-fd9rd]

Can't you just listen to the podcast? I mean who really likes staring at Joe's shiney head for 2-3 hours? Especially since Joe can't show various youtube clips like he used to.

[@busTedOaS]

Understandable. But welp, it's a podcast, so...

[@Roxkis]

@Cat Eng, I agree, I've also stopped watching Joe's podcast. The new studio is just too offensive on the eyes.

[@justsayin3600]

Yep. Same here.

[@asportingview9712]

Im sure you’ll be missed. 190 million downloads later.

[@tongandeathgrip901]

Hey dude. Just subscribed. Love from New Zealand. Cheers big ears.

[@daveharrison3655]

Damn dude....I love your style of communication. I'm about 10 of your podcasts in, and I'm now in full flex binge mode. Regards from Cincinnati.

[@JohnDoe-bm5lp]

Remember when jre was live ? "I believe the episode will be out next week"

[@roymakescomics]

@@60-second-HACKS even now people rip him off with the DUMBEST video edits, then they spam the fuck out of his comments with their links. A lot of foolish fans enjoy them, but they're pure shit, cut and copied shit.

[@CBDubz]

Man, a young Jamie episode would be astounding.

[@tylerogden3006]

Nice shout out for our guy Jamie! Would love to see him on your podcast.

[@jasonzbell]

Great video! I’m happy to hear your comments on Jamie. He deserves all the good things coming to him and I’d love to see/hear him on your podcast! Keep up the great work Lex! 👊

[@analteredaspect]

If you can get Jamie on the podcast, that would be fantastic.

[@RyanSaundercook]

Lex is the best. He just oozes authenticity.

[@shaunharrison1253]

Love your take on the studio and young Jamie's hard work. And can't wait to see ur episode with joe. And would love to see young Jamie on there as well! Keep the great work man!

[@P4TCH5S]

Not only eloquently said, but illuminating into the process as well. PLEAASSSEEE have a pod with Jamie!!!

[@piotrgpt-4178]

Hello Lex i cant wait to hear you two discussing Bob Fravor and this whole UFO thing or rather UAF.

[@dankoni]

uap - unidentified aerial phenomena 😉

[@dankoni]

@mc2161 think he was mixing up him n bob lazar 🤓

[@haze1123]

When you get a big contract, you're supposed to get a NICER studio. Joe's new studio looks like garbage on video. Very claustrophobic and cheap looking. Like a really bad sci-fi movie.

[@ToniGospodin]

amazing explanations , never thought about all those things until now

[@416dl]

Much appreciate the perspective from someone who's aware to both how it works and how it looks. Looking forward to your next interview. cheers.

[@MiceHendrickson]

I can see how the studio would feel different in person, but the fact is that 99.999% of people looking at the studio aren't in person, and absolutely hate it. Like overwhelmingly so. I seriously hope he does something to fix it.

[@myceliumman7554]

Young Jamie needs some love. He's super important to the show, IMO

[@Pbgz777]

Just watched the recent Joe Rogan episode, loved it! There were a lot of cool and fascinating ideas flowing around. Great breakdown of the new studio, would love to see Jamie on your podcast sometime 👍

[@PatrickVDV]

Enjoyed this vid and perspective🤟🏻

[@rtscuycjkk]

Don't forget, humble bee young Jamie's got an A in Physics. Hespec

[@adriansaninja]

Look into it

[@kylegushue]

Good for you Lex. I've slowly grown away from the JRE.

[@brx3649]

I didn't realize that Lex had a podcast. Chill but self-deprecating. I like overthink. New fan and sub.

[@1rocknroy]

Thanks for all the great pics of the new JRE studio.

[@skitza333]

I’m a big fan of joe but can’t stand watching him in the neon red coffin. Haven’t watched since and missing it.

[@sub5ound1]

Joe might not read the JRE YT comments, but Lex sure does.

[@bettis36bettis]

Yeah, he’s removing a lot of comments criticizing him for brown-nosing Rogan.

[@sub5ound1]

1 1 I don’t know anything about that. I just thought it was humorous he put out a video of his thoughts on the new studio. The JRE comments are flooded with jokes about its aesthetics.

[@goldfishlaser]

Funny, the lovely things Lex says about Jamie mirror completely what I feel about the podcast and the wonderful discussions of Lex and guests. I'm glad the humanistic and philosophical questions continue to get asked even if it sometimes feels strange! It shouldn't be strange, and I appreciate how this podcast normalizes very important discussions.

[@DivinelyTappedIn]

I thought your episode with Joe was delightful! Lex I truly loved that poem you read at the end of the podcast!🥰❤️

[@unbrandedindustriesincorpo1701]

Wait I thought that was emperor snoke’s throne room.

[@ChrisZybeZ]

Even gives Jamie credit! What a nice guy! From the viewer's perspective: Most people can agree that the old studio looks more like a living room while this looks more like a claustrophobic doomsday bunker. Cheers!

[@rolanda.2653]

The place looks like the bar of a brothel. Sorry, Joe! Just an honest opinion. On the bright side, at least the conent in there is real ;) This becomes even more important, now. *wink* *wink*

[@ChrisZybeZ]

Even gives Jamie credit! What a nice guy! From the viewer's perspective: Most people can agree that the old studio looks more like a living room while this looks more like a claustrophobic doomsday bunker. Cheers!

[@egexiang588]

they started editing stuff out, and they had couple guests that paid to be on the show. thats not very 'real' to me.

[@rolanda.2653]

@@egexiang588 I feel what you say, but commercialization and good content do not have to be mutually exclusive. So let's see how this ride goes

[@johnchristopher3032]

@@egexiang588 Who paid to be on the show?

[@roymakescomics]

@@ChrisZybeZ why are you spamming this reply under so many comments????

[@golfdynasty]

I was also wondering about how the new studio was from a person that had a chance to be there. thanks for the video. btw i like the way you cut out the "dead space" between sentences in your video.

[@tenzinnamdhak]

Listened your talk at JRE... awesome!!!!

[@Turk_2023]

I find myself turning it off early because it reminds me of early 2000s when people were putting shitty decals and paint on their 94 Honda Civics. Very douchy

[@HighRepGoodForm]

The background and camera angles make it impossible to watch. His new studio is dumb.

[@ChrisZybeZ]

Even gives Jamie credit! What a nice guy! From the viewer's perspective: Most people can agree that the old studio looks more like a living room while this looks more like a claustrophobic doomsday bunker. Cheers!

[@temite80]

It is pretty shit. That's not jumping on the hate train, it's actually shit.

[@HighRepGoodForm]

@Teh Jamez Who hurt you?

[@Pubrick]

@Teh Jamez found young Jamie's account.

[@caleycason8180]

Your poem at the end of latest JRE was awesome!

[@henryjordan433]

Exciting to hear Joe on your podcast. I don't know if he's been on anyone else's podcast recently.

[@danilobriz8499]

i didn't like it. bring the bricks back.

[@frankfoti]

Not a fan of the new studio, seems cold. But i never really watch it, i press play, roll over and listen till i fall asleep.

[@mikeridgland4783]

Dude me to!!! I was wondering if I’d ever find someone who does that also.

[@jaywhitaker1147]

It was a really great podcast, i loved it. Your poem at the end was BOSS.

[@phillipotey9736]

Lobe the content, can't wait for the interview! But what is it with KZbinrs not showing the title slide in the video? I would love to have seen a picture of the studio to feel smart and informed when I go watch it.

[@seesharper8913]

Every time someone talks about the studio they commend Jamie like they don't want to hurt his feelings or something. Jamie is a baller at running the JRE, no one is knocking that. It's just the aesthetics of the studio are meh. I agree the size, the tv placement, everything feels more intiment. However, the majority of complaints are because the atmosphere doesn't feel like the JRE we all like. It doesn't feel like Joe Rogans studio, it feels like someone elses.. which is true because from what you seemed to suggest it sounds like it's a Jamie studio and not a Joe studio. I expect to see rugged, rough, yet modern aesthetics. Elk heads, celebrity posters, things that convey the aura JRE has. This studio feels like some shallow Hollywood set. The old one, as cliche as it may sound, felt like you were hanging out with Joe and his guest. I loved JRE videos because they felt less like an interview and more like a chill session. Where the current look, seems way too serious. Lastly: Jamie made it look like his mancave and not a studio. Like, design 101 is that red is SUPER hard on the eyes. Jamie may be good at running the podcast, but his taste is very niche, and the videos are for the audience. This is going to be one of those moments where people absolutely hate something, the company refuses to change it, people stop watching the videos, and then they are left with the circle jerk feedback of super fans who defend anything and make it seem like its what people want.

[@NogrimStoneson]

i think it needs a lot of that eclectic silliness back seeing the funny shit on the table was always a nice subtle addition but it was nice. the current setup looks sterile, but im hoping that is only because they havent really "moved in" yet and all that funky shit is still in boxes.

[@seesharper8913]

@@NogrimStoneson Sterile is an excellent way to describe it.

[@MrBananaSlice]

if we are critiqueing his studio. positives: - the guests seem to like it more - the sound quality is probably better - joe likes it more - built for this purpose negatives: - for viewers it looks more depressing because of the darker colours and the black red combo. - for viewers it looks more depressing because there are no pictures on the wall like before. - for viewers with ocd the non uniform background will be annoying more so now than before due to the brick background being consistent. - during the podcast the wide angle shot almost never gets used yet is the best looking out of all the camera angles. the close up face shot looks the worst out of all the camera angles whereas before in the other studio the face shot was the best camera angle in the old studio. me personally, i think the new studio is a 4/10 whereas the old studio was a 8/10. it's just depressing to look at. that being said the podcast is more about the audio than the visual however since you are critiquing his studio this is my view on the visuals.

[@OhCanaDave]

I’m SUCH a fan, dude. Great convo with Joe. You dropped several pearls that will undoubtedly prove to be life-augmenting in how they’re applied to ones life, namely mine. Thank you for your tutelage throughout the years too, Lex. I thoroughly enjoy your work and your discussion of said endeavours. Keep it up, please! Lol. Be well. Thanks again for all you do. Also, can’t wait to hear Voodoo Child. Make. It. HAPPEN. 🤘🏼

[@davidsnoble115]

Lex’s personality and creator skills have become so much sharper and he shines much brighter. A true testament to his exceptional hard work keep it up lex I am rooting for you!

[@dennisbmx]

Yes, Jamie interview would be awesome! This episode would have been improved with some photos but was otherwise excellent.

[@ezraprzytyk]

Clostrophobic space with headache fuel lighting....

[@adamcurrier3190]

Lex your good people, keep up your good work in science and podcasting. Always appreciate hearing your perspective on the various topics you take interest in.

[@victoriaputzbach9928]

I've only watched the most recent podcast joe had with you but because of it I'm going to go back and watch the rest. Connected a lot with a lot of your views and think you're pretty awesome. :)