*** Original air date 09/23/2025 Bunnie Xo sits down with the legendary Jon Bon Jovi for a conversation that spans his remarkable career and personal journey. He reflects on his new documentary, tracing his path from humble beginnings in Asbury Park to international stardom. Bon Jovi opens up about the challenges of vocal surgery, the resilience shaped by his parents' influence, and his bond with Bruce Springsteen. He also teases his upcoming album Bon Jovi Forever, packed with exciting collaborations (Jelly Roll?!). Beyond the music, Jon speaks marriage with Dorothea, welcoming Millie Bobby Brown as daughter-in-law, and the joy that family and support have brought him throughout his life. =========================== Bunnie Xo, also known as Bunnie DeFord, is a dynamic media personality, entrepreneur, and creator who has carved out a distinct space in the entertainment industry. She is the owner of Dumb Blonde Productions and the host of the popular "Dumb Blonde Podcast," where she shares candid conversations, personal stories, and interviews with a wide range of guests =========================== FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xomgitsbunnie/# Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialdumbblonde/# TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@xomgitsbunnie?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bunniexo Podcast: https://dumbblondepodcast.com/ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumb-blonde/id1465273008 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4HHvTURWViZE5vYuSt0ldG?si=bab4e359a2ac44a7 Website: https://hunniebunnies.com/ Follow my vlog page: https//www.youtube.com/@BunnieXo Kick: https://Kick.com/thebunniexo Twitch: https://twitch.com/whotfisbunnie =========================== Chapters: 0:00 Intro 5:45 His Vocal Cord Surgery 10:02 The Pioneer of Music & Finding Joy After Everything 14:06 His Parent's Life, His Early Life, & His Personality 21:54 Asbury Park, Bruce Springsteen, & Writing His Own Music 26:02 Writing Music, Cover Bands, & Working at the Recording Studio 32:44 "Runaway" & His Relationship with Richie Sambora 39:40 The MSG Show & The Story Behind "Slippery When Wet" 46:45 Life with Dorothea, Kids, & Their New Grandchild 54:13 New Album and Future Tour Plans