Watch Flea eat red hot chicken wings on latest episode of 'Hot Ones'

Global Citizen Festival 2023 Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Global Citizen (Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Global Citizen)

Flea lives up to his band's name in the latest episode of Hot Ones.

On Thursday, October 16, the Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist appeared on the popular YouTube show, in which host Sean Evans interviews celebrities as they eat chicken wings covered in progressively hotter sauces.

During the episode, Flea talked about his memories of past Red Hot Chili Peppers rehearsal spaces, injuries he's suffered while performing and his passion for basketball and music education, all while acquitting himself well as the spice level of the sauces kept increasing.

The heat does overcome Flea at a couple points, though, leading to tears, a runny nose and a whole host of indescribable noises.

Other musicians who've guested on Hot Ones include Dave Grohl, who called his appearance a "bucket list" experience.

(Video contains uncensored profanity.)

On Air97X - Tampa Bay's New Alternative Logo

All In For All Children Podcast

CMG Tampa Bay presents the All In For All Children Podcast, highlighting the incredible individuals at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital and the families whose lives have been touched by their dedication and care.


97X Green Room

Check out the latest videos and photos from our 97X Green Rooms in the Achieva Credit Union Sound Stage!


97X Contests

Win concert tickets, artist experiences, awesome merch & more!


97X Videos

Check out videos from concerts, artist interviews, virtual performances & more!