Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard
by Armchair Umbrella
Is this your podcast?Armchair Umbrella is an independent podcast creator led by Dax Shepard, known for his engaging conversations and candid exploration of human experiences. With a background in anthropology and over a decade of sobriety, Shepard dives into th…
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Audience Interest
- human struggles and vulnerabilities
- personal growth and development
Podcast Focus
- conversations with diverse guests
- exploration of human experiences
Publishing Consistency
- weekly episodes released
- active for seven years
Platform Reach
- available on multiple platforms
- streaming on YouTube
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Total monthly reach
Estimated from 42 chart positions in 42 markets.
By chart position
- 🇨🇦CA · Comedy#31M to 3M
- 🇺🇸US · Comedy#41M to 3M
- 🇦🇺AU · Comedy#8300K to 1M
- 🇬🇧GB · Comedy#6530K to 100K
- 🇩🇪DE · Comedy#1365K to 30K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
821K to 2.5M🎙 Daily cadence·1,000 episodes·Last published 1mo ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
2.7M to 8.4M🇨🇦36%🇺🇸36%🇦🇺12%+39 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
1.5M to 4.6M1.0M real followers tracked across platforms
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On the show
From 35 epsHosts
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Recent episodes
Geena Davis
Jul 20, 2026
2h 04m 40s
Armchair Anonymous: Stalking III
Jul 17, 2026
53m 13s
Grant Achatz (award-winning chef)
Jul 15, 2026
1h 47m 08s
Jackie Tohn Returns
Jul 13, 2026
2h 01m 06s
Armchair Anonymous: Animal Attack III
Jul 10, 2026
53m 53s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/20/26 | actingpersonal growth+4 | Geena Davis | The BoroughsThelma & Louise+2 | — | Geena DavisDax Shepard+8 | Allstate | 2h 04m 40s | ||
| 7/17/26 | stalkingpersonal stories+3 | Armcherries | — | — | stalking storyArmchair Expert+4 | — | 53m 13s | ||
| 7/15/26 | culinary innovationfine dining+4 | Grant Achatz | AlineaNext+1 | Michigan | Grant AchatzAlinea+6 | Allstate | 1h 47m 08s | ||
| 7/13/26 | genetic testingadvocacy+4 | Jackie Tohn | — | — | Jackie TohnDax Shepard+6 | Allstate | 2h 01m 06s | ||
| 7/10/26 | animal attackstorytelling+3 | Monica | Armchair Umbrella | — | animal attackstories+3 | — | 53m 53s | ||
| 7/8/26 | writingliterary community+3 | Dave Eggers | McSweeney’sThey Might Be Giants+3 | BerkeleyIllinois | Dave EggersMcSweeney’s+5 | — | 2h 03m 25s | ||
| 7/6/26 | chaotic family upbringinghate crime survival+4 | Lukas Gage | I Wrote This For AttentionVoicemails for Isabelle+2 | San Diego | Lukas GageDax Shepard+7 | Allstate | 2h 09m 39s | ||
| 7/3/26 | family secretsstorytelling+1 | Monica | Armchair UmbrellaArmcherries | — | family secretArmcherries+3 | — | 40m 03s | ||
| 7/1/26 | actingfilmmaking+3 | Edward Norton | The InviteFight Club+1 | — | Edward NortonDax Shepard+6 | Allstate | 2h 02m 56s | ||
| 6/29/26 | filmmakingparenting+3 | Olivia Wilde | — | — | Olivia WildeDax Shepard+5 | Allstate | 2h 24m 05s | ||
| 6/12/26 | campingstorytelling+3 | — | Armcherries | — | campingstory+3 | — | 54m 26s | ||
| 6/10/26 | fatherhoodparenting+4 | Darby Saxbe | Dad Brain: The New Science of Fatherhood and How It Shapes Men’s Lives | BarcelonaSweden | fatherhood researchdad brain+4 | Allstate | 1h 47m 56s | ||
| 6/8/26 | comedyperformance anxiety+5 | Hannah Berner | Giggly SquadNone of My Business+1 | — | Hannah BernerDax Shepard+6 | Allstate | 2h 32m 58s | ||
| 6/5/26 | theftstorytelling+3 | Monica | Armchair UmbrellaArmcherries | — | stealingstories+3 | — | 45m 56s | ||
| 6/3/26 | mental healthpsychosis+4 | Cohen Miles-Rath | — | — | mental healthpsychosis+5 | Allstate | 2h 07m 13s | ||
| 6/1/26 | identitycelebrity+4 | Lena Waithe | The ChiQueen & Slim+1 | — | Lena WaitheDax Shepard+7 | Allstate | 2h 00m 31s | ||
| 5/29/26 | graduation storiespersonal anecdotes+1 | Monica | — | — | graduationstories+3 | — | 55m 39s | ||
| 5/27/26 | political polarizationself-improvement+5 | Ezra Klein | New York TimesAbundance+2 | — | Ezra Kleinpolitical commentary+5 | GrubhubGold Days | 2h 07m 40s | ||
| 5/25/26 | improvcomedy+4 | Jack McBrayer | Zillow Gone Wild | — | Jack McBrayerDax Shepard+5 | Grubhubgolddays | 2h 28m 54s | ||
| 5/22/26 | bad roommatepersonal stories+3 | Monica | Armchair Umbrella | — | bad roommateArmcherries+3 | — | 49m 18s | ||
| 5/8/26 | unauthorized evacuationArmcherries+1 | Monica | Armchair Umbrella | — | Armchair ExpertDax Shepard+3 | — | 53m 30s | ||
| 5/6/26 | investigative journalismwriting+5 | Patrick Radden Keefe | The New YorkerLondon Falling+2 | ColumbiaCambridge+2 | investigative journalistThe New Yorker+5 | GrubhubGold Days | 1h 53m 17s | ||
| 5/4/26 | music productionpersonal growth+4 | Jack Antonoff | — | — | Jack Antonoffmusic+6 | GrubhubGOLDDAYS | 2h 16m 44s | ||
| 5/1/26 | bar storiescomedy+3 | Armcherries | — | — | bar storiescomedy+3 | — | 44m 49s | ||
| 4/29/26 | primatologyconservation+4 | Tara Stoinski | HP Smart TankDian Fossey Gorilla Fund | PhiladelphiaRwanda | gorillasprimatologist+5 | HPSmartTank | 1h 35m 18s |
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Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Armchair Umbrella is an independent podcast creator led by Dax Shepard, known for his engaging conversations and candid exploration of human experiences. With a background in anthropology and over a decade of sobriety, Shepard dives into the complexities of life, particularly the vulnerabilities and challenges individuals face. The podcast, "Armchair Expert," stands out for its deep, often humorous discussions that cover a wide range of topics, including comedy, TV, film, and music. Its format typically features long-form interviews with guests from various backgrounds, allowing for authentic storytelling and a focus on personal growth derived from life’s setbacks. Listeners are drawn to the show for its relatability and the genuine connection Shepard establishes with his guests. The value lies in the shared experiences of overcoming adversity, fostering a sense of community and understanding among an audience that appreciates vulnerability and the nuances of human nature.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 1.0M
- Total plays: 87M
- Total reviews: 70K
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 16K
Castbox
- Followers: 639K
- Plays: 25M
- Reviews: 2.3K
YouTube
- Subscribers: 269K
- Views: 62M
- Videos: 1.9K
Podcast App
- Followers: 70K
- Reviews: 68K
Podcast Republic
- Followers: 23K
- Reviews: 58
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Audience
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Key insights
What the show covers
- conversations with diverse guests
- exploration of human experiences
- celebration of challenges and setbacks
- insights from Dax Shepard's life
Audience interests
- human struggles and vulnerabilities
- personal growth and development
- comedy and entertainment
- celebrity and pop culture insights
Platform reach
- available on multiple platforms
- streaming on YouTube
- accessible via podcast apps
- broad listener base across platforms
Publishing consistency
- weekly episodes released
- active for seven years
- over 1000 episodes produced
- consistent engagement with audience
Chart history for Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard
Peaked at #3 in Canada, top 10 in 5 of 42 tracked markets, currently #3 in Canada.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | — | #3 | #3 | — |
| United States | — | #4 | #4 | — |
| New Zealand | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| Australia | — | #8 | #8 | — |
| South Africa | — | #9 | #9 | — |
| IL | — | #17 | #17 | — |
| RO | — | #20 | #20 | — |
| SG | — | #21 | #21 | — |
| South Korea | — | #27 | #27 | — |
| CH | — | #31 | #31 | — |
| India | — | #32 | #32 | — |
| Finland | — | #35 | #35 | — |
| Ireland | — | #36 | #36 | — |
| Netherlands | — | #40 | #40 | — |
| Denmark | — | #40 | #40 | — |
| AE | — | #41 | #41 | — |
| BE | — | #44 | #44 | — |
| PH | — | #44 | #44 | — |
| GR | — | #46 | #46 | — |
| IS | — | #48 | #48 | — |
Chart Positions
42 placements across 42 markets.
Chart Positions
42 placements across 42 markets.