On Friday, January 30, Pete Davidson launched the first episode of his new podcast, The Pete Davidson Show, featuring his close friend Machine Gun Kelly as a guest. The Pete Davidson friendship podcast offered listeners an intimate discussion about their unique relationship and the importance it holds in their lives.
The 32-year-old comedian and actor spoke openly with the 35-year-old musician, touching on their shared experiences growing up, navigating the entertainment industry, and the brotherhood that has grown between them over time. Their conversation highlighted how their friendship has deepened due to mutual struggles with mental health challenges.
Supporting Each Other Through Mental Health Challenges
The pair revealed how their connection has played a crucial role in managing their mental well-being. Davidson, reflecting on their journey, said,
“I’m proud to see how you’ve grown,”
before adding,
“I think we both thought we were going to die pretty young. I’m equally impressed by both of us [that we’ve] been able to keep it going.”
This acknowledgment underscored the significance of their support system.
MGK, known for the hit track “Emo Girl,” shared an insight into their intertwined experiences, noting,
“our friendship … our bipolar has synced up because every time I’m having a manic episode, you’re good, and every time you’re having one, I’m good.”
The two friends joked that their mutual support functions as a quirky way of maintaining a “really good” suicide pact.
In times of emotional difficulty, their first step is to reach out to each other, understanding exactly what the other is going through. MGK described this dynamic by saying,
“Because every time I call, you’re super mellow,”
then added,
“And every time you call, I’m super mellow. So it just like goes back and forth.”
They also discussed how they alternate attending rehab, with MGK explaining,
“We never go at the same time,”
and Davidson confirming,
“We never go at the same time. But we usually both need it. The other one needs it while the other one is in it, and we’ll take, like so, so many notes.”
Bonding as Fathers and Friends
Beyond their personal struggles and recovery, Davidson and MGK reflected on their shared experiences as fathers. The musician is the father of two daughters, Alabama Baker and Saga Blade Baker, while Davidson recently welcomed his daughter Scottie Rose. The two opened up about the joys and challenges that come with being girl-dads, further strengthening their connection.
The Significance of Their Friendship
This candid dialogue between Pete Davidson and Machine Gun Kelly highlights how their friendship serves as a vital support system amid their mental health battles and life changes. Their openness about vulnerability and mutual care provides insight into the importance of having trusted connections in demanding industries and personal challenges. Moving forward, their podcast series is expected to offer more revealing conversations that showcase their bond and resilience.
