Meet Joe Rogan, the multi-talented comedian, JRE podcast host, and UFC fight commentator. Despite his impressive achievements, he doesn’t flaunt his intelligence. His knack for seamlessly transitioning from funny jokes to deep discussions about science and the universe makes his intelligence stand out. But, you might wonder, just how smart is he?
Joe Rogan’s IQ test, administered by BMI Certified IQ Test, has pegged his IQ at exactly 127. According to BMI’s classification scale, this score places him in the “above average” category, with just a narrow 3-point gap keeping him from reaching the “gifted” classification.
Rogan’s test score clearly shows that he is a pretty smart guy, and an above “average Joe.” Let’s briefly look at the test he took, the smartest people he has had on his podcast, and how he keeps a sharp mind.
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About The IQ Test Rogan Took
Rogan took the Brain Metrics Initiative (BMI) Certified IQ Test, which costs $20, takes 20 minutes to complete, and is marketed as the most accurate test available online.
For what it’s worth, I decided to take the test to see how I compared to Rogan’s IQ, and got the exact same score of 127. Tip: Take the free practice test before you take the test. It will give you a clue about the type of challenges you will be up against.
The test measures general learning capacity and one’s ability to break down problems and recognize patterns. What the test does not measure is the general accrued knowledge that one might have. For example, if you are a history buff or good with crossword puzzles, that will probably not be reflected in this test.
BMI classification ranges are:
- Highly Gifted: Above 144
- Gifted: 130-144
- Above Average: 115 – 129
- Average: 85 – 114
- Below Average: 70 – 84
- Lower Extreme: Below 70
JRE Guests With The Highest IQ’s
Joe Rogan’s podcast is filled with extremely smart guests. Maybe that is why Rogan seems so intelligent, because he is frequently speaking with highly intelligent people.
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Many of the JRE podcast’s smartest guests would definitely reach the “highly gifted” BMI classification of above 144 IQ. Here are a few who would make it:
- Lex Fridman
- Elon Musk
- Tim Ferriss
- Gary Vaynerchuk
- Naval Ravikant
- Jordan Peterson
- Neil deGrasse Tyson
- Eric Weinstein
How Joe Rogan Keeps A Sharp Mind
A strong believer in working out his muscles, Rogan also treats his brain like a muscle. He takes strategic actions to make sure his mind can deliver to all the requirements he has on a daily basis. It’s crucial to be sharp minded, witty, and versatile for working as a stand-up comedian, podcaster, and UFC commentator.
Alpha Brain
One of his favorite supplements is Alpha Brain (Amazon). As the name implies, this is a brain supplement that delivers quick-thinking and clarity of words. Rogan has been a long-time consumer of Alpha Brain and is a business partner with Onnit, which makes the product.
Rogan’s Habit of Reading, Writing, and Speaking
Rogan does frequent maintenance to keep a high IQ in the magical trifecta of – reading, writing, and speaking on a regular basis. These habits are extremely important for keeping a sharp mind, combined with sleep and recovery.
As a stand-up comedian Rogan encounters live audiences all the time, which puts him on the spot with public speaking. Of course, he doesn’t go in unprepared. He does lots of writing and brainstorming beforehand. His comedy works both of those muscles.
And, he is an avid reader and audio book listener, and recommends many books on his Instagram page and podcast episodes. Check out this list of 15 Awesome Book Recommendations from Joe Rogan.
Salt Tanks
Rogan got into salt tanks (floatation tanks) way before they became mainstream. He actually bought one and put it in his Los Angeles podcast studio prior to his move to Austin, Texas.
Along with exercise, this is his form of meditation where he can relax and peel back the layers of B.S. that his mind is builds up. He will get in the salt tank, float for an hour or two, and then come out feeling rejuvenated. Surely, it benefits with IQ level and mind by removing stress from his conscious mind.
Tracking Sleep and Exercise Data
An important thing that Rogan started doing was tracking his sleep and exercise data, which stemmed from his Sober October challenge with Ari Shaffir, Tom Segura, and Bert Kreischer. The four of them used a WHOOP, a watch-like wearable device, which tracks all of this data using a convenient app.
Have you ever felt like you were not as smart when you were tired or dehydrated? Well, that is true according to this article by NPR, stating that even mild dehydration can effect cognitive levels.
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