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#2527 - MrBeast

Explore episode Jul 16, 2026

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Philosophy of 'Anything Is Possible': Pyramids of Giza to the Colosseum

At 15:24 · chapter starts 12:00

Joe Rogan asks how someone even gets access to the Pyramids of Giza for a YouTube video, and MrBeast's answer reveals everything about his operating philosophy. His rule for his team: you cannot say no to an idea until you have an actual 'no' from the actual decision-maker. Years of relationship-building with Egyptian authorities led to 100 hours of unrestricted access, including climbing to the top of the middle pyramid and swimming in the flooded Tomb of Osiris underground. But the real bombshell drops when MrBeast teases Season 3 of Beast Games — the $5 million finale was filmed inside the Roman Colosseum, with a live orchestra playing louder as the drama intensified. It was the first game held inside the Colosseum in over a millennium. MrBeast says it made him emotional on set, describing the surreal feeling of standing in the middle of that arena and filming a show.

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The Roman Colosseum Finale: Beast Games Season 3

#2527 - MrBeast · Jul 16, 2026 TV & Film

Beast Games Season 3's $5 million finale was filmed inside the Roman Colosseum — the first game played there in over a millennium. There was a live orchestra in the top ring that played louder as the drama intensified. MrBeast said it was one of the most surreal experiences of his life.

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