YouTuber and streamer iShowSpeed was showered with praise during a recent episode of the Joe Rogan Experience guest staring John Cena.
Joe Rogan and John Cena spent a large portion of JRE episode #2423 discussing iShowSpeed, highlighting the streamer’s athletic ability, willingness to take risks, and meteoric rise across YouTube and social media. Their comments came during a wide-ranging conversation about modern creators and how online fame has changed opportunities for young entertainers.
Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe, who appeared on the podcast on December 6, brought up Speed’s Royal Rumble appearance, where the 20-year-old took what he called a “bump from hell” after being speared in the ring. From there, Cena and Rogan began recounting Speed’s past stunts and crossovers with athletes, fighters, and performers.
Rogan and Cena break down iShowSpeed’s athletic potential
Cena told Rogan that Speed impressed him with his timing and commitment during the WWE spot, saying the moment looked good because the streamer “committed to the fall and really tried to fall with snap and quickness.” Rogan agreed, adding that Speed is “brave” and “game for anything.”
The two then revisited the viral clips of Speed sparring with UFC fighter Dan Hooker, racing fitness influencer Ashton Hall, and sprinting alongside an Olympic gold medalist Noah Lyles.
Rogan noted that the streamer held his own despite having no formal sprint training, while Cena suggested Speed’s mix of athleticism and charisma would even translate to professional wrestling.
They also praised his work ethic, acknowledging how often creators like Speed produce short-shelf-life content and the pressure to maintain relevance. Cena said full-time online entertainers “work 24 hours a day, seven days a week,” and emphasized how quickly audiences move on.
Cena says Speed should “keep doing what he’s doing”
Although Cena floated the idea that Speed could succeed in WWE or competitive sprinting, he ultimately argued that the creator is thriving because he keeps chasing new experiences.
Hinchcliffe echoed that sentiment, pointing to Speed’s summer challenge streams, where he visited a new city every day to livestream different activities.
Both concluded that the streamer’s story is “yet to be told,” with Cena noting that at only 20 years old, Speed has “a lot of life left” and is already “doing great so far.”
