Will the Menendez Brothers Appear on The Joe Rogan Podcast in 2025?

The Menendez brothers were convicted in 1996 for the 1989 murders of their wealthy parents, Jose and Kitty Menendez. However, supporters argue their case would be viewed differently today due to increased awareness of sexual abuse allegations against their father, Jose. Many are curious if the brothers, who remain incarcerated, will share their side of the story on Joe Rogan’s popular podcast in 2025.

Resentencing Requested

In a major development in October 2024, the Los Angeles District Attorney’s office filed a petition requesting the Menendez brothers be resentenced. The DA recommended a new sentence of 50 years to life, which would make them immediately eligible for parole due to time served. The brothers, who were 21 and 18 at the time of the murders, have served over 30 years in prison with no chance of parole.

The DA stated the decision was made because the brothers were under 26 when committing the crimes. The petition will need approval from a judge and the parole board for their release. Supporters of Erik and Lyle praised the decision, believing it could lead to their freedom after decades behind bars.

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Abuse Allegations Resurface

The Menendez case returned to the spotlight recently thanks to a Netflix drama reexamining the events. The series revived interest in abuse allegations made by the brothers against their father Jose.

Erik claimed Jose sexually abused him for years leading up to the murders. While Kitty was not accused of direct abuse, relatives said she enabled her husband’s behavior. The brothers argued the abuse led them to kill their parents out of fear for their own lives.

Prosecutors challenged the claims, stating the brothers fabricated abuse allegations as a defense tactic, and were actually motivated by greed to inherit their parents’ fortune. However, some believe the allegations would be viewed more credibly today, potentially changing the outcome of the case.

Joe Rogan and His Infamous Guests

As speculation builds over whether the Menendez brothers could appear on his podcast, Joe Rogan has a history of booking infamous and controversial guests. His long format conversational style leads to in-depth interviews spanning hours.

Recent examples include hosting former President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk multiple times each. Rogan also welcomed major figures like rapper Kanye West, cyclist Lance Armstrong, and actor Macaulay Culkin.

While a planned interview with Vice President Kamala Harris fell through in late 2024, the roster demonstrates Rogan’s openness to hosting sensational guests tied to scandals or legal cases. The Menendez brothers would join the ranks of his most notorious podcast interviews if they appear in 2025.

An Appearance in 2025 is Possible but Uncertain

Given the renewed attention and possibility of parole, the Menendez brothers would likely want a platform to tell their version of events. However, their ability to appear depends on release from prison first.

While resentencing could come soon, actual parole would still require approval from the California review board. Erik and Lyle would also need to demonstrate contrition for their crimes, which some family members argue they have not done.

Ultimately, until the brothers complete the resentencing and parole process, it remains speculative whether they will appear on Rogan’s podcast in 2025. But if they gain freedom in the coming year, an invite to The Joe Rogan Experience would provide a prime opportunity to share their side of the story that has captivated the public for over 30 years.