Joe Rogan says the resurrection of Jesus Christ makes more logical sense than the Big Bang theory, igniting a culture war over science, belief, and what it means to think freely.
At a Glance
- Joe Rogan told TikTok star Cody Tucker he finds Jesus’s resurrection more plausible than the Big Bang
- He criticized science for asking people to accept something from nothing without clear explanation
- Rogan’s personal journey includes rejecting Catholicism, then later rethinking faith after family loss
- His remarks reflect a generational shift as more Americans seek spiritual meaning over scientific materialism
- Rogan’s comments challenge establishment narratives and have sparked fierce backlash online
Rogan’s Doubt Shakes the Faith in Science
In an episode of his wildly popular podcast, Joe Rogan declared that belief in Jesus Christ’s resurrection is more rational than the Big Bang. Speaking with social media star Cody Tucker, Rogan questioned the logic of an entire universe emerging from nothing. Quoting philosopher Terence McKenna, he said, “Science only asks you for one miracle—the Big Bang.”
Then came the line that set the internet ablaze: “People will be incredulous about the resurrection of Jesus Christ, yet they’re convinced that the entire universe was smaller than the head of a pin… and for no reason… instantaneously became everything?” The quote, now circulating widely, has drawn fierce criticism from mainstream scientific voices and liberal commentators.
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Personal Loss Sparks Spiritual Turn
Though not religious in a traditional sense, Rogan has publicly explored spiritual themes since childhood. After rejecting Catholicism in school, he turned skeptical of faith, describing religious people as “full of ****.” Yet, following his grandfather’s funeral, Rogan reconsidered his position: “Seeing my grandfather in his casket, I started considering a soul… like, ‘Oh, this isn’t bull.’”
This introspection has led him to value religion’s emotional and philosophical relevance. In his words, “If there’s chaos in my family life, there’s always God. God’s going to make sense.” Far from blind faith, Rogan’s spiritual interest stems from human experience—something many young Americans increasingly prioritize over abstract theoretical models.
Culture Clash: Meaning vs. Materialism
Rogan’s remarks strike a deeper nerve in a culture wrestling with the limits of science. Institutions often celebrate theories like the Big Bang or multiverse despite lacking empirical proof. Yet when someone dares suggest an ancient resurrection might also be plausible, they’re mocked. The irony, according to Rogan, is that true science demands open questioning, not conformity.
Growing numbers of young adults are moving away from materialism and embracing spirituality—not out of ignorance, but dissatisfaction. While science excels at technological progress, it struggles with life’s existential questions: love, purpose, consciousness, death. “I’m sticking with Jesus on that one,” Rogan concluded—putting words to a broader generational intuition.
Whether one agrees with him or not, Rogan’s cultural influence ensures this debate won’t vanish. It’s a reminder that belief, far from being anti-intellectual, may be the most human act of all.
