Guests: Episodes with Gerard Way

Gerard Arthur Way, born on April 9, 1977, is a multifaceted American talent known for his contributions to music and the comic book industry. As the lead vocalist and a key founding member of the rock ensemble My Chemical Romance, Way has left an indelible mark in the world of emo music. Beyond his work with the band, he has also ventured into solo musical endeavors, releasing his debut album, “Hesitant Alien”, in 2014.

However, his artistic reach isn’t confined to just music. Gerard Way’s foray into the comic book realm has yielded significant successes. He co-authored the comic mini-series “The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys” and the critically acclaimed “The Umbrella Academy”, which garnered the prestigious Eisner Award. The latter was so influential that it spawned a Netflix series adaptation, which premiered in 2019. Further, in partnership with DC Comics, Way co-founded the Young Animal imprint. His creative brilliance also shines in the Marvel Universe, where he co-created Peni Parker, an alternate interpretation of the iconic Spider-Man character.

Gerard Way is often celebrated not just for his professional achievements, but also for his affable nature. He has been described as an immensely likable figure, a “sweetheart” by many in the industry.

In a recent unexpected revelation, a connection between Way and popular podcast host Joe Rogan came to light. During an interview with filmmaker Kevin Smith, a curious link between the two was explored. Rogan confirmed this intriguing detail, stating that they are, in fact, cousins.

The dynamic between them is quite interesting, given that they haven’t personally met each other. Way had earlier expressed his own speculations about this connection to Smith, mentioning, “I don’t have 100% confirmation on this, but I’m pretty sure Joe Rogan is my cousin because my Aunt Josie was his grandmother.”