Steve-O recently revealed on his “Wild Ride!” podcast that he had to decline an invitation to appear on Bill Maher’s podcast because Maher refused to refrain from smoking marijuana during the interview. Steve-O, who is 16 years sober, emphasized the importance of maintaining his sobriety and was taken aback by Maher’s refusal to accommodate his request. Despite appearing on other podcasts hosted by marijuana enthusiasts who respected his sobriety, Maher’s insistence on smoking pot during the interview was a dealbreaker for Steve-O.
Some users on social media pointed out that Maher had respected his guest’s boundaries for marijuana in the past, such as refraining from smoking in front of Sheryl Crow during her appearance on “Club Random.” However, in the case of Steve-O, Maher did not agree to forgo smoking pot during the interview. Variety has reached out to Maher’s team for comment on the situation. Steve-O expressed disappointment that Maher was not willing to make an exception for him, considering the significance of his sobriety.
Maher recently announced the launch of Club Random Studios, a podcast network and entertainment hub that aims to showcase “authenticity from unfiltered celebrity voices.” In addition to Maher’s own “Club Random” podcast, the network will feature shows like “The Sage Steele Show” hosted by Sage Steele, “KG Certified” hosted by NBA Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett, a podcast by Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan, and a show about UFOs and conspiracy theories hosted by Limp Bizkit singer Fred Durst. Maher’s podcast is known for his candid interviews and discussions with various guests.
Steve-O’s story about turning down an appearance on Maher’s podcast due to his refusal to refrain from smoking marijuana generated buzz on social media platforms. Steve-O highlighted his commitment to his recovery and sobriety, making it clear that he values his sobriety above all else. Despite appearing on other podcasts hosted by marijuana enthusiasts who respected his sobriety, Maher’s decision not to accommodate his request was unexpected and disappointing for Steve-O, leading to him declining the invitation to appear on the show.
While Maher has respected guest boundaries regarding marijuana use in the past, the situation with Steve-O on the recent episode of “Wild Ride!” highlighted a clash in priorities. Maher’s podcast has garnered a following for his relaxed and candid interviews, often featuring discussions about various topics including marijuana. The launch of Club Random Studios further expands Maher’s podcast network, offering a platform for unfiltered celebrity voices to share their stories and perspectives. Despite the incident with Steve-O, Maher continues to provide a space for authentic conversations and diverse viewpoints on his podcast and within his network.
