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.
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Sep 18, 2023 • 1h 54min
Jimmy Kimmel Returns
Jimmy Kimmel (Strike Force Five) is a talk show host and podcaster. Jimmy returns to the Armchair Expert to discuss how much the attic hasn't changed in five years, what it's like working with his competition on a podcast, and how much of a temper he doesn't have. Jimmy and Dax talk about the state of trout fly fishing, what they think being retired from show business means, and how much they appreciate a good standup. Jimmy explains that he doesn't accept comparisons to other talk show hosts, what he would ask Trump in an interview, and how long the text messages from his dad are.
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Sep 15, 2023 • 52min
Armchair Anonymous: School Dance
Dax and Monica talk to Armcherries! In today's episode, Armcherries tell us about a school dance disaster.
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Sep 14, 2023 • 2h 19min
Mustafa Suleyman (on artificial intelligence)
Mustafa Suleyman (The Coming Wave) is an artificial intelligence researcher, co-founder of DeepMind, and author. Mustafa joins the Armchair Expert to discuss how he became interested in the concept of universal human rights, what deep learning is, and how machines can actually become creative. Mustafa and Dax talk about how close artificial intelligence is getting to matching the human brain, how people might feel about computers creating all content, and how AI might revolutionize the energy industry. Mustafa explains why the fear of government regulation exists, why people need to be involved in decisions about technological advancements, and how certain biases are corrected in AI programs.
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Sep 11, 2023 • 2h 25min
Idina Menzel
Idina Menzel, the powerhouse behind the iconic roles in Wicked and Frozen, shares her fascinating journey as a singer and actress. She candidly discusses a terrifying theater accident and her unconventional upbringing with a pajama salesman father. Idina reflects on the pride of parenting while navigating successful partnerships, her unexpected role as a voice for many, and her comedic struggles with malapropisms. The conversation is rich with anecdotes from her vibrant career, including aspirations for stage diving and the challenges of maintaining authenticity in the spotlight.
Sep 8, 2023 • 55min
Armchair Anonymous: Worst USA Trip
Dax and Monica talk to Armcherries! In today's episode, international Armcherries tell us about their worst trip to the USA.
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Sep 7, 2023 • 1h 50min
Amy Edmondson (organizational behavioral scientist)
Amy Edmondson (Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well) is a professor and author. Amy joins the Armchair Expert to discuss why she was drawn to studying organizational learning, what psychological safety is, and how systems exist to make societies better. Amy and Dax talk about why working groups can have different interpersonal climates, the definition of learning behaviors, and what the three types of failure are. Amy explains that vulnerability can actually be a desirable trait, how to take smart risks, and why apologies exist.
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Sep 4, 2023 • 2h 14min
Jake Johnson Returns
Jake Johnson is an actor, director, and podcaster. Jake returns to the Armchair Expert to discuss what he remembers about being on the show in the early days, why he stopped going to casinos, and how much he respects AA. Jake and Dax talk about why they wanted their daughters to learn self-defense, how they feel about doing manual labor, and how hard it can be to see the red flags in some situations. Jake explains how he is usually 5 years late to trends, what kind of advice he gives on his podcast, and how he thinks it's funny when someone calls him out for being wrong.
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Aug 31, 2023 • 1h 29min
Jim Farley (CEO of Ford)
Jim Farley is the CEO of Ford. Jim joins the Armchair Expert to discuss what growing up in Argentina was like, how much he loved watching car races as a kid, and the time his dad sold the car he gifted him. Jim and Dax talk about their shared car nightmare, the stereotypes of being a car guy, and how to achieve positive car karma. Jim explains the hurdles of reengineering cars for electric, how Ford joining the Red Bull Formula 1 team came to be, and the generational differences in car culture.
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Aug 28, 2023 • 2h 3min
Tig Notaro
Tig Notaro is a comedian, actor, and podcaster. Tig joins the Armchair Expert to discuss what she thinks about cold plunges, how much she hates texting, and how having unconventional parents influenced her outlook on life. Tig and Dax talk about how much they value a sense of humor, how they pictured having kids, and their shared love of Edie Brickell. Tig explains why she started sharing her personal medical history on stage, her views on being a people-pleaser, and what she thinks being handsome means.
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Aug 25, 2023 • 40min
Armchair Anonymous: Bad Landlord
Dax and Monica talk to Armcherries! In today's episode, Armcherries tell us about a bad landlord experience.
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