Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard
Armchair Umbrella
Hi, I’m Dax Shepard, and I love talking to people. I am endlessly fascinated by the messiness of being human, and I find people who are vulnerable and honest about their struggles and shortcomings to be incredibly sexy. I invite you to join me as I explore other people’s stories. We will celebrate, above all, the challenges and setbacks that ultimately lead to growth and betterment. What qualifies me for such an endeavor? More than a decade of sobriety, a degree in Anthropology and four years of improv training. I will attempt to discover human “truths” without any laboratory work, clinical trials or data collection. I will be, in the great tradition of 16th-century scientists, an Armchair Expert.Follow Armchair Expert on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch new content on YouTube or listen to Armchair Expert early and ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/armchair-expert-with-dax-shepard/ now.
Episodes
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Nov 3, 2023 • 52min
Armchair Anonymous: Babysitting
Dax and Monica talk to Armcherries! In today's episode, Armcherries tell us about a bad babysitting experience.
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Nov 2, 2023 • 1h 57min
Dan Ariely (on behavioral economics)
Dan Ariely is a social scientist, professor, and author. Dan joins the Armchair Expert to discuss why people often want to regulate other's behavior, what factors can affect workplace employees' motivations, and how people live in different realities from each other. Dan and Dax talk about the funnel of misbelief, what happens when people are excluded from a group, and how to engage people with differing opinions from your own. Dan explains how people proclaim their identities to others, what responsibility there is to verify data used in research, and the true societal role of a social scientist.
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Oct 30, 2023 • 2h 3min
Craig Ferguson
Craig Ferguson is a talk show host, comedian, and podcaster. Craig joins the Armchair Expert to discuss why he carries extra underwear with him, how diverse Scotland is, and his journey into late-night television. Craig and Dax talk about what they have learned in getting older, who the desert fathers were, and their experiences with meditation. Craig explains what made him want to get sober, how he defines attractiveness, and why he wants to talk to people who aren't comedians.
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Oct 27, 2023 • 49min
Armchair Anonymous: Halloween
Dax and Monica talk to Armcherries! In today's episode, Armcherries tell us about a time something crazy happened on Halloween.
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Oct 26, 2023 • 2h 32min
Adam Grant Returns Again
Adam Grant, an organizational psychologist and best-selling author, shares his insights on balancing personal ambitions and family connections during book tours. He discusses overcoming perfectionism, emphasizing that striving for daily improvement trumps unattainable standards. Adam explores effective language teaching methods, the importance of constructive feedback, and the supportive concept of 'scaffolding' for growth. The conversation reveals how diverse cultural contexts shape social status, and they reflect on the humorous challenges of navigating modern life.
Oct 23, 2023 • 1h 54min
The Chainsmokers
The Chainsmokers are musicians, DJs, and producers. Alex and Drew join the Armchair Expert to discuss their anonymity as DJs, how they have maintained a successful partnership, and where they get creative inspiration from. Alex & Drew talk about why they became interested in venture capitalism, their love for performing live, and how they balance who they are on stage versus real life. They explain what their experience has been collaborating with other musicians, how they handle reading misinformation about themselves, and what social media has done for young creators.
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Oct 20, 2023 • 51min
Armchair Anonymous: Generous Hospitality
Dax and Monica talk to Armcherries! In today's episode, Armcherries tell us about the most generous act of hospitality they've received.
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Oct 19, 2023 • 1h 50min
Robert Sapolsky (on human behavior and free will)
Dr. Robert Sapolsky, a Stanford professor and author, dives into the fascinating world of human behavior and its ties to biology. He shares his journey of studying baboons, revealing how their social hierarchies impact stress and health, mirroring human dynamics. The conversation also covers the myth of grit, the effects of culture on parenting, and generational trauma's biological underpinnings. Sapolsky questions the notion of free will, emphasizing the complex interplay between nature, nurture, and societal influences on our moral frameworks.
Oct 16, 2023 • 2h 6min
Jada Pinkett Smith
Jada Pinkett Smith is an actor, producer, and talk show host. Jada joins the Armchair Expert to discuss where she got her sense of punctuality from, how difficult it can be to share your life with the public, and her experience with abandonment. Jada and Dax talk about what she learned about loyalty from Tupac, what it was like being robbed at gunpoint, and how she feels about asking for help. Jada explains what it's like to have a shared identity with another person, her four-day ayahuasca journey, and how she learned to love herself and others at the same time.
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Oct 13, 2023 • 46min
Armchair Anonymous: Teacher/Principal
Dax and Monica talk to Armcherries! In today's episode, Armcherries tell us about their craziest story as a teacher or principal.
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