Who hosts the interview podcast 'Armchair Expert'?

Dax Shepard hosts the interview podcast Armchair Expert. The actor, comedian, and filmmaker launched the show in 2018, framing conversations around what he calls the messiness of being human and the lessons found in personal setbacks.

Shepard is the main host and interviewer, while Monica Padman is his longtime co-host and producer. Together, they speak with actors, musicians, journalists, academics, and other public figures about work, relationships, mental health, addiction, identity, and personal growth. The relaxed format is known for candid conversations rather than tightly scripted question-and-answer interviews.

The full title is Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard, which helps distinguish Shepard from the program’s recurring collaborators. Monica Padman is an important on-air partner, but Dax Shepard remains the central host named in the title and the person most directly associated with the podcast. The show later became a major Spotify exclusive before moving into its current distribution arrangements.