# Dumb Blonde Podcast: Joel Madden

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Podcast: [Dumb Blonde](https://stenobird.com/podcast/dumb-blonde-247247)
Published: 2026-03-16T05:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Bunnie Xo sits down with Joel Madden of Good Charlotte for a candid conversation about fame, family, and the journey that shaped him. Joel reflects on the band’s early days, growing up in a strict religious household, and how navigating addiction, success, and self-awareness helped him find balance in both his career and personal life. He also opens up about life with Nicole Richie, fatherhood, and the influence Lionel Richie has had as a mentor and father figure. Joel shares the dynamic between him and his twin brother Benji Madden, why mental health and family come before fame, and why he respects the transparency Bunnie Xo and Jelly Roll bring to their own journey. Joel Madden: Website Watch Full Episodes & More:  YouTube See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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