James Talarico, a Texas state rep. and seminary student, is gaining fans in a party desperate for new leaders.

State Rep. James Talarico, a Democrat based in Austin, continued his schedule of news media interviews, sitting down with popular podcast host Joe Rogan to discuss how his Christian views contradict those of the religiously conservative politicians leading Texas.

On his podcast, Joe Rogan told Texas State Rep. James Talarico (D) that he should run for president. Rogan was an influential supporter of President Trump during the 2024 campaign. Talarico joined CNN’s Laura Coates to talk about how Democrats can retake power.

Podcast host Joe Rogan encouraged Texas State Rep. James Talarico to run for president for on his show on Friday for being “actually a good person."

Texas state Rep. James Talarico went on Rogan's podcast, and Rogan backed him after the pair spoke about the disillusionment with politicians.

State Rep. James Talarico opens up about what it’s like to go on the most coveted podcast in politics, his potential run for Senate and how his party needs to change.

Talarico, an Austin Democrat, registered the internet domain name “TalaricoForSenate.com,” which tells visitors its “Launching Soon.”

Rogan is considered the nation's top podcaster, and his endorsement could catapult the rising-star Democrat to a new level.

Podcast host Joe Rogan remarked on his show that Texas State House Rep. James Talarico, D-Austin, should run for president because he is a "good person."

Joe Rogan has thrown his weight behind many different politicians throughout his career, but a suggestion made in the most recent episode of his podcast shows the host is still capable of surprising people.