Nikki Sixx has surprised fans with a sharp comment about the kind of podcast he does not want to make.
The Mötley Crüe bassist recently took to X to ask his followers whether he should return to podcasting years after Sixx Sense. In his first post, Sixx said he had been asked for years to start a podcast again, but made it clear that the show would not only focus on rock music.
“For years after SIxx Sense I’ve been asked to do a podcast. What’s your thoughts? It would not be a rock music show. Have to cover way for ground. Thoughts?”
After fans began responding, Sixx shared a follow-up message explaining that the idea is being considered, but only if the project has a real purpose behind it.
“We’re all looking at it,” Sixx wrote. “It has to have purpose and reason. I can’t do the bimbo fest talking about facelifts and Botox. We Donna wanna talk trash just for views. We need real talk. I’m your man. We got some very cool stuff planned. And it’s gonna be fun.”
The “facelifts and Botox” line quickly became the most striking part of the post. Sixx appeared to be taking aim at shallow celebrity gossip culture, where conversations often focus on appearance, drama, plastic surgery, and viral moments rather than meaningful discussion.
His comment surprised fans because it was direct, dismissive, and very clear about what he wants to avoid. Sixx does not seem interested in making a podcast built around trash talk or easy attention. Instead, he said the project would need “purpose and reason.”
The phrase “real talk” also gives a clue about the direction he may take. Sixx has often spoken openly about addiction, recovery, music, creativity, photography, mental health, and personal growth. A podcast that is not limited to rock music could allow him to explore those subjects in a wider way.
That would also separate the possible show from a standard rock interview podcast. Sixx made it clear in his first post that he does not want the project to be only about music. He wants to “cover way more ground,” which suggests a broader conversation format.
The post also reflects Sixx’s frustration with modern media habits. Many podcasts and online shows now depend on short clips, personal attacks, celebrity drama, and controversy to gain views. Sixx’s message suggests he does not want to be part of that style.
At the same time, he did not shut the door on the idea. In fact, he said there is already “very cool stuff planned,” which suggests that the podcast may be more than just a casual thought.
For now, Sixx has not announced a title, launch date, guest list, or platform. But his latest comments show that if he does return to podcasting, he wants to do it on his own terms.
Fans may have expected a rock-focused show full of stories from the road, but Sixx seems to be aiming for something different. And with one blunt Botox comment, he has already made it clear what kind of show it will not be.
