In a recent episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, Senator Bernie Sanders reportedly found himself on the defensive as host Joe Rogan confronted him regarding assertions about climate change.
The discussion highlighted the contentious nature of climate science and the political narratives that surround it.
Sanders, a vocal advocate for aggressive action against climate change, asserted that the last decade has been the warmest on record and emphasized the potential for job creation through a transition to renewable energy sources.
“We can create millions of good-paying jobs by transforming our energy system away from fossil fuels,” he argued, advocating for solar and wind energy as sustainable alternatives.
However, Rogan countered Sanders’ claims with data that suggested a cooling trend, referencing a recent article from The Washington Post. “The earth’s temperature has never been static,” Rogan stated, noting historical fluctuations between ice ages and warmer periods.
He pointed out that the article contradicted Sanders’ assertion about the current heat levels, stating, “Essentially, they found that we’re in a cooling period.”
As Rogan elaborated on the findings, he noted that the hottest recorded temperatures occurred nearly 100 million years ago, far exceeding contemporary averages.
NEW: Joe Rogan fact checks Senator Bernie Sanders after he tried shaming people who think Climate Change is a hoax.
Sanders: Some people think climate change is a hoax. It ain't a hoax. I think the last 10 years have been the warmest on record.
Rogan: Did you see the Washington… pic.twitter.com/HPyWoWe7hZ
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) June 24, 2025
Sanders, taken aback, admitted he was unfamiliar with the article but maintained that scientists continue to warn of significant climate-related changes. “We’re going to see more extreme weather disturbances in the coming years than we have ever,” he insisted, though he did not provide specific examples.
Rogan pressed further, highlighting the financial interests tied to the climate change narrative. “There’s a lot of money involved in this whole climate change emergency issue,” he remarked, suggesting that economic factors complicate the discourse surrounding climate science.
Despite the back-and-forth, Sanders remained firm on his position that climate change represents a pressing global crisis, particularly in relation to carbon emissions from countries like China.
He reiterated his belief in the urgency of addressing these issues, even as Rogan’s perspective raised questions about the prevailing narrative.
The exchange between Rogan and Sanders underscores the ongoing debate over climate change, illustrating how differing viewpoints can clash in public discourse.
As the conversation continues to evolve, the need for nuanced discussion and critical examination of data remains essential in addressing one of the most significant challenges facing the planet today.
[READ MORE: Trump Receives Formal Nomination for Nobel Peace Prize]
