288 episodes
Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard Armchair Umbrella
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4.6 • 65.3K Ratings
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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.
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Charan Ranganath (on memory)
Charan Ranganath (Why We Remember: Unlocking Memory's Power to Hold on to What Matters) is a neuroscientist. Charan joins the Armchair Expert to discuss the mechanics of memory, how AI learning is different than human learning, and the influence that present context has on memories. Charan and Dax talk about the relationship of imagination to memory, the problems with hypnosis, and repressed memories. Charan explains how sleep can conceptualize memories, the ways photos can influence memories, and how traumatic memories affect the brain.
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Synced: The B.E.D.
In this episode of Synced, Monica and Liz are out of sync. Liz pitches candidates for the ‘double man plan’, Monica learns the Heimlich maneuver, and a special guest joins to discuss murder. They answer listener questions on sobriety induced friendship shifts and whether to confront a partner with a new laugh.
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Flightless Bird: Citizenship
In this week’s Flightless Bird, David Farrier looks at the process of gaining American Citizenship, and what it means to become truly American. Why over the last decade did over seven million non-Americans choose to become American? And what does this process look like? David talks to a New Zealander who chose to Naturalise before looking at some Americans who’ve chosen to do the exact opposite. Why would someone choose to become American and why would someone choose to give it up?
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Chris Pine
Chris Pine (Poolman, Star Trek, Wonder Woman) is an actor, producer, and director. Chris joins the Armchair Expert to discuss the thrills of a catastrophe, falling in love with nicotine toothpicks, and what growing up in old Hollywood was like. Chris and Dax talk about how hard it is to expose your emotions, how much they love saunas, and the experience of feeling fraudulent. Chris admits to his preconceptions of Dax, the juxtaposition of how he sees himself vs how others see him, and his love for the city of Los Angeles.
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Armchair Anonymous: Wild Card IV
Dax and Monica talk to Armcherries! In today's episode, Armcherries tell us a crazy story.
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Phil Heath (professional bodybuilder)
Phil Heath (Breaking Olympia) is a 7x Mr. Olympia winner and professional bodybuilder. Phil joins the Armchair Expert to discuss what his diet is like, how he lost his innocence at an early age, and his journey into bodybuilding. Phil and Dax talk about their admiration for Arnold Schwarzenegger, how they learned to control their aggression, and the ways social media has changed the bodybuilding industry. Phil explains how he feels about his own insecurities, what it's like to be acknowledged by your heroes, and coping with his new identity as he transitions out of the sport.
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Customer Reviews
Charan Ranganath
Loved the entire podcast, but the fact check had me uncontrollably laughing. The riff on Mikes coffee and Bobs paper towels was priceless. Monica’s acting skills shined while she played the straight guy. I hoped she was having as much fun doing it as I had listening to it. Thanks for the belly laughs!
Monica ruins it
The fact check is all about Monica. Her stories herself. Her insecurities about Dax. He is SO patient with her but it’s so annoying to listen to. You’re friends. Leave him alone. Also, you’re so controlling and such a know it all. I can’t even listen to the fact check anymore.
I wish Dax would do some interviews without her. She’s not a value add. I used to like her and I struggled and fought it but here I am and I do not want to hear from her again.
My favorite
Armchair anonymous is by far my favorite podcast. I look forward to Fridays and make an effort to clear my schedule for an hour in the morning to sit in my hot tub and listen to the show with an incredible view of the Rocky Mountains. It’s the best. Thanks for your good company (and conversation starters!)
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