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Gone are the days of the triple threat — now, celebs can be actors, musicians, dancers, and podcast hosts. Quadruple threats, if you will!
As podcasts have taken the world by storm, many of our favorite celebrities have gotten in on the game. Not only do celebrity hosts have the best access to exciting guests, but these podcasts give us a chance to see a new side of these stars, hearing details of their personal lives or aspects of their personality that their entertainment careers don’t quite showcase. So, which stars are we talking about here? All these celebs host their own podcasts — so fill up your library and settle in for hours of listening fun.
The newest add to the podcast hosting list? Chrissy Teigen! In November 2024, the mom of four announced her new venture: the Self-Conscious podcast. “In Self-Conscious, I’m talking to so many people who are masters of very specific fields,” she explained in a press release. “Then I get to share all of their collective expertise – it’s the sum of that knowledge that can be a game changer for listeners, as it has been for me. Over the course of these conversations, I’ve begun to peel back the layers of challenges hindering my own well-being; I hope listening to the podcast can do the same for listeners. Imagine getting personal sessions with all your favorite wellness experts to learn how their applied knowledge can possibly help you.”
From Saturday Night Live‘s Bowen Yang and Gwyneth Paltrow to Dax Shepard and Anna Faris, check out some of our favorite podcasts hosted by celebrities you know and love below!
A version of this article was previously published in January 2020.
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Chrissy Teigen
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Chrissy Teigen announced on Nov. 21, 2024, that she was launching her very own podcast, called Self-Conscious With Chrissy Teigen. In the series, Teigen will have “meaningful conversations with leading health, wellness, and personal development authors, illuminating essential teachings and providing practical, actionable advice for listeners.”
Listen On: The upcoming show is available on Audible.
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Kerry Washington: ‘Street You Grew Up On’
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Kerry Washington might be known as the fierce Olivia Pope in Scandal, but she’s quite the warm and welcoming presence in real life. Don’t believe us? Washington absolutely owns the podcast host role in her podcast, Street You Grew Up On, where she brings her celebrity friends to talk about, you guessed it, the street they grew up on.
Listen On: The show’s available on YouTube.
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Ego Nwodim: ‘Thanks Dad’
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Saturday Night Live veteran Ego Nwodin unpacks all of her so-called “daddy issues” in her podcast, Thanks Dad. In every episode, she invites guests like Kenan Thompson, Andy Cohen and Hasan Minhaj to be her “Dad for the Day” and has funny, heartfelt conversations with them about their experiences with their own dads and as parents themselves.
Listen On: It’s available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
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Minnie Driver: ‘Minnie Questions With Minnie Driver’
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Minnie Driver might be a well-known name in Hollywood, but her podcast Minnie Questions With Minnie Driver sees her in a whole new light. On the show, the actress asks her famous guests “the same seven mini questions, showing even small questions can uncover larger truths about happiness, failure, love, loss and belonging.”
Listen On: Minnie Questions is available on iHeart Radio, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Apple Music.
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Jonathan Van Ness: ‘Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness’
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Queer Eye star Jonathan Van Ness has their questions totally answered in their podcast, Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness. In the show, Ness talks to experts from just about every field about their curiosities, misconceptions and burning questions.
Listen On: Catch new episodes on Ness’ website, Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
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Hilarie Burton, Bethany Joy Lenz & Sophia Bush: ‘Drama Queens’
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One Tree Hill co-stars Hilarie Burton, Bethany Joy Lenz, and Sophia Bush gave fans quite a gift when they announced their joint podcast, Drama Queens. The show, which now also has co-star Robert Buckley, follows the actors as they rewatch their show and share behind-the-scenes stories.
Listen On: Drama Queens is available on iHeart Radio, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
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Anderson Cooper: ‘All There Is with Anderson Cooper’
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Anderson Cooper’s podcast, All There Is, is not for the faint of heart. On the show, the CNN host interviews guests in heartfelt, honest conversations about life, loss and the journey of grief.
Listen On: All There Is is available on CNN Audio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music.
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Sasheer Zamata & Nicole Byer: ‘Best Friends with Nicole Byer and Sasheer Zamata’
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Agatha All Along star Sasheer Zamata and fellow comedian Nicole Byer are best friends, and their podcast, Best Friends, proves it. On the show, the besties talk about everything, from memes to dating, and show the true power of female friendships.
Listen On: Tune in on Apple Podcasts, Sirius XM, Spotify and Apple Music.
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Jameela Jamil: ‘I Weigh with Jameela Jamil’
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As a longtime activist for body positivity and inclusivity, Jameela Jamil’s podcast, I Weigh with Jameela Jamil, takes an in-depth look at those issues. In honest conversations about mental health, body image, and activism, Jamil gets deep with her guests including Esther Perel, Greta Thunberg, Aubrey Gordon, and Jane Fonda.
Listen On: It’s available on Apple Podcasts, Sirius XM, Spotify and Apple Music.
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Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael & Jason Mantzoukas: ‘How Did This Get Made?’
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Comedians and actors Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael and Jason Mantzoukas teamed up for comedy gold in their podcast, How Did This Get Made? On the show, the trio breaks down “the very best of the worst films ever made” including “cheesy 80s action movies, Lifetime thrillers, obscure cult classics, and if we’re honest… most Nic Cage and Jason Statham movies.”
Listen On: Tune in on Apple Podcasts, Sirius XM, Spotify and Apple Music.
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Penn Badgley, Nava Kavelin, & Sophie Ansari: ‘Podcrushed’
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Alongside his friends Nava Kavelin and Sophie Ansari, You star Penn Badgley goes back to their middle school days with their guests as they look back on the heartbreak, anxiety and self-discovery of being a teenager.
Listen On: Podcrushed is available on YouTube and Apple Podcasts.
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Julia Louis-Dreyfus: ‘Wiser Than Me’
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Award-winning actress Julia Louis-Dreyfus has surely been through and learned a lot over the years, but she’s not done yet. In her podcast, Wiser Than Me, the Veep star talks to iconic older women to learn more about their biggest struggles, life lessons and unapologetic attitudes.
Listen On: Wiser Than Me is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music.
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Nicole Byer: ‘Why Won’t You Date Me?’
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Not sure how to navigate dating life? Well, Nicole Byer’s podcast Who Won’t You Date Me? might bring you some advice (and a whole lot of laughs). In the show, the comedian brings on friends, comedians, and even ex-flings to talk all things dating, Tinder, red flags and much more.
Listen On: It’s available on SiriusXM, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify.
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Matt Rogers & Bowen Yang: ‘Las Culturistas’
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Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang are the powerful duo behind one of the biggest celeb podcasts at the moment: Las Culturistas! In each episode, Rogers and Yang are joined by “sizzling special guests” as “they GET INTO the hottest pop-culture moments of the day and the formative cultural experiences that turned them into Culturistas.”
Listen On: The iHeart podcast is available on their website, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more.
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Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett: ‘Smartless’
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With a dynamic duo in charge of a podcast, you could get entertainment gold, but with a dynamic trio? It’s a true home run! In Smartless, Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett team up to talk about life, shared experiences and their funny stories. Plus, every episode has its very own mystery celeb guest!
Listen On: The show is available on Apple Podcasts.
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Tamra Judge & Teddi Mellencamp: ‘Two Ts in a Pod’
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Former Real Housewives star Tamra Judge and Teddi Mellencamp always entertained us on the screen, so, of course, a podcast with them in the lead wouldn’t be any different! In Two Ts in a Pod, Judge and Mellencamp look back at their time together and rehash current pop culture events.
Listen On: This show is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and iHeart.
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Jake Johnson: ‘We’re Here to Help’
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New Girl‘s Jake Johnson decided to put his life experience to good use when he partnered with his friend and fellow comedian Gareth Reynolds in their podcast, We’re Here to Help. In the series, Johnson and Reynolds will listen to their listeners’ stories, share their thoughts and attempt to give them some sage advice.
“Like your friendly local bartender or your tipsy uncle at a family gathering, Jake and Gareth are on the caller’s side and trying to help,” the description reads.
Listen On: The podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more.
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Brooke Shields: ‘Now What?’
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Now What? with Brooke Shields is a podcast that’s all about embracing the changes that life throws at you. With many A-list guest stars, Shields asks many questions about how they got past the “now what?” moment.
Listen On: The iHeart podcast is available on their website, Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
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Gabrielle Reece: ‘The Gabby Reece Show’
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The Gabby Reece Show hosted by Gabrielle Reece is a health-based podcast that’s all about consulting with experts on reaching your goals. She talks about everything from fitness to parenting, relationships, and more.
Listen On: The Gabby Reece Show is available on Apple Podcasts, iHeart and Spotify
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Katie Couric: ‘Next Question’
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Next Question with Katie Couric is a podcast that deals with “intimate, urgent and unexpected conversations,” and explores “the big ideas percolating in the zeitgeist–but with a focus on slowing down, diving deep, and connecting with each other, a reprieve from a culture obsessed with hot takes and surface-level small talk.” In this last season, Couric was joined by special co-hosts every episode.
Listen On: The series is available on iHeart, her official website, YouTube, Spotify, and more.
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Sophia Bush: ‘Work in Progress with Sophia Bush’
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One Tree Hill star Sophia Bush had a major revelation one day — you can be a “masterpiece” and a “work in progress” all at once. Taking that revelation and running with it, she started a podcast titled Work in Progress with Sophia Bush, where she interviews fellow celebs about how they embody both sides.
Listen On: Episodes are available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.
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Paul Giamatti: ‘Paul Giamatti’s CHINWAG with Stephen Asma’
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Paul Giamatti’s podcast CHINWAG with Stephen Asma is a podcast full of deep dives and intense conversations in the fields of the occult, philosophy, conspiracies, science, wildlife, and more. “Paul and Stephen delve into anything and everything: Are we living in a simulation? What’s the most perfect sentence in literature? Is Bigfoot interdimensional? Science, the occult, philosophy, magic mushrooms… it’s all fair game!” the description reads.
Listen On: It’s a Treefort Media podcast available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
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Meghan Markle: ‘Archetypes with Meghan’
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Meghan Markle released her long-awaited podcast Archetypes with Meghan back in 2022. Her goal with the podcast is to “speak with historians and experts to uncover the origin of these stereotypes” and speak with groundbreaking women, from Serena Williams to Paris Hilton, on the subjects.
The first season of the show is available on Spotify. After one season, however, Markle’s deal with Spotify ended and she’s now partnering with Lemonada Media.
Listen On: Listen to Archetypes on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
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Oprah Winfrey: ‘Oprah Winfrey Show’ & ‘Oprah’s SuperSoul Conversations’
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Oprah Winfrey is such a media mogul that she has not one, but two podcasts. In The Oprah Winfrey Show: The Podcast, Winfrey looks back on some of the most memorable interviews and moments from her long-running TV show, The Oprah Winfrey Show, and reflects on the impact and how times have changed ever since.
In addition to that, Winfrey also hosts Oprah’s SuperSoul Conversations sharing a curated selection of interviews with some of the most influential thinkers in the world.
Listen On: Both podcasts are available on Own, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more.
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Oliver & Kate Hudson: ‘Sibling Revelry’
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Famous siblings Oliver and Kate Hudson’s podcast Sibling Revelry is practically everything you’d expect from this duo. The pair chat with other famous siblings and have free-flowing conversations about the topics that interest them most, including family dynamics, relationships between siblings, and so much more.
Listen On: The podcast is available on iHeart, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.
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Jennifer Stone & David Deluise: ‘Wizards of Waverly Pod’
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Calling all Wizards of Waverly Place fans: we just found the podcast for you! Disney alums Jennifer Stone and David Deluise created a podcast called Wizards of Waverly Pod in 2023, where they watch every episode of their show and give fans interviews, new details, and reminisce.
Listen On: The podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, YouTube and Spotify.
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Dax Shepard: ‘Armchair Expert’
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Dax Shepard’s interview-based podcast Armchair Expert quickly rose to one of the most talked about celebrity podcasts out there. Each week, Shepard will sit down with different creative personalities to discuss human “truths” in the great tradition of 16th-century scientists.
“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,” Shepard said of the project. “I invite you to join me as I explore other people’s stories. We will celebrate their work and successes, but more importantly, the challenges and setbacks that ultimately lead to growth and betterment.”
Listen On: Armchair Expert is available on their website, Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
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Martha Stewart: ‘The Martha Stewart Podcast’
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In Martha Stewart’s podcast, The Martha Stewart Podcast, she sits down and dives deep into conversation with people who inspire and intrigue her, like Chelsea Handler, Clive Davis, and more.
Listen On: It’s available on Amazon Podcasts and Spotify
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Rachel Bilson: ‘Broad Ideas with Rachel Bilson’
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On Broad Ideas with Rachel Bilson, Rachel Bilson and her best friend Olivia Allen talk about everything from sex to ghosts. Along with their wide array of subjects, they bring on a lot of celebrity guests like Tommy Dorfman, Zooey Deschanel, Mandy Moore, Aubrey Plaza, and more.
Listen On: The show is available on Apple Podcasts, YouTube and Spotify.
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Brie & Nikki Bella: ‘The Nikki & Brie Show’
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Brie and Nikki Bella have been through so much together — sharing a career in the WWE ring, a reality TV show, and even being pregnant at the same time. From motherhood to work and everything in between, the sisters open up about practically any topic on their podcast, The Nikki & Brie Show.
Listen On: The show is available on iHeart, Pandora, Spotify and more.
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Jana Kramer: ‘Whine Down with Jana Kramer’
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Jana Kramer launched her podcast, Whine Down With Jana Kramer, in 2018. On the podcast, fans can expect to hear the actor and country singer discuss topics like motherhood, marriage, sex, and everything in between. She gives her take on the trending issues of the day and chats with friends, family and celebrity guests.
Listen On: The iHeart podcast is available on iHeart, Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
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Anna Faris: ‘Unqualified’
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Anna Faris and her celebrity friends giving relationship advice? Count us in! Unqualified features incredibly diverse guests as they talk about life, love and their unexpected careers.
Ready for a list of names that only gives a taste of what you can expect? OK, here we go: Aubrey Plaza, Lance Bass, Rosie O’Donnell, Lisa, Kudrow, Ellen Page, Chris Evans, Shaquille O’Neal, 2 Dope Queens, Tatiana Maslany, Katie Couric, Milo Ventimiglia, RuPaul, Emma Roberts, Nick Jonas and so, so many others.
Listen On: It’s available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube.
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Marc Maron: ‘WTF With Marc Maron’
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With longtime comedian and writer Marc Maron in the lead, of course, his podcast WTF With Marc Maron is going to be a treat. The show features in-depth talks with some iconic comedians, actors, directors, writers, authors and musicians as they have some “amazingly revealing conversations.”
Listen On: Catch all the episodes on the show’s official website, Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
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Hannah Simone & Lamorne Morris: ‘The Mess Around’
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Fans of New Girl know a thing or two about Hannah Simone and Lamorne Morris’s characters Cece and Winston doing a so-called “mess around.” So, of course, it’s no surprise their podcast has the same name. The series follows the two co-stars (and more surprise ones) rewatching their Emmy-nominated show and sharing some never-heard-before behind-the-scenes stories.
Listen On: The Mess Around is available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
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Jillian Michael: ‘Keeping It Real’
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Health and wellness guru Jillian Michaels‘ podcast, Keeping It Real, is all about talking to experts and looking for answers.
“Fun, inspirational, informative, and empowering, Keeping It Real: Conversations with Jillian Michaels showcases weekly, in-depth interviews with the world’s foremost experts in all fields of wellness,” the description reads. “From medicine, fitness, and nutrition to parenting, money, and relationships, the show focuses on facts and authenticity.”
Listen On: It’s available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and PodBean.
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Brandi Glanville: ‘Brandi Glanville Unfiltered’
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Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Brandi Glanville hosts Brandi Glanville Unfiltered — a podcast that is exactly what it sounds like. Known for her unfiltered opinions on and off the air, Glanville hosts a podcast that’s a treasure trove for celeb gossip, hot takes on pop culture, and more.
Listen On: It’s available on Apple Podcasts, YouTube and Spotify.
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Chelsea Peretti: ‘Call Chelsea Peretti’
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Ever wanted to call your favorite comedian? With Chelsea Peretti’s podcast, Call Chelsea Peretti, you can do just that. Peretti takes listener calls on her show, and every week is a new theme — but they’re all pretty equally hilarious.
Listen On: The series is available on Apple Podcasts, iHeart and Spotify.
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Conan O’Brien: ‘Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend’
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Conan O’Brien had a talk show, you might be thinking — does he also really need a podcast? But his podcast, Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend, allows us to see the truly unfiltered, unprofessional O’Brien, where he’s trying to do what his years on the air have never accomplished for him: make new friends.
Listen On: It’s available on his official site, Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
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Nicole ‘Snooki’ Polizzi: ‘It’s Happening with Snooki & Joey’
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Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi took the world by storm with her turn on Jersey Shore. And, in her podcast, It’s Happening with Snooki & Joey, she continues to give fans more of her signature wit with a side of celebrity gossip and snark, helped by her best friend Joey.
Listen On: The show is available on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, AudioBoom and more.
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Justin Long: ‘Life is Short with Justin Long’
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Justin Long is a curious guy — and when you’re a famous, curious guy, you have only one option: Start a podcast and interrogate people about the things you’re most curious about. In Life is Short with Justin Long, Long asks people about everything from the meaning of life to what they like to snack on. Honestly, two equally important questions.
Listen On: His show is available on Wondery, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and more.
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Whitney Port: ‘With Whit’
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The Hills star Whitney Port hosts the podcast With Whit, where she talks about life, family, health and wellness, running a business, and more. You may remember Port as the level-headed voice of reason (mostly, anyway) on the craziness that was The Hills, and her soothing energy is only amplified now that she’s a mom and entrepreneur with years of experience behind her.
Listen On: The Dear Media podcast is available on their official site, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and more.
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Gwyneth Paltrow: ‘The goop Podcast’
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When it comes to Goop, you’re either in or you’re out. Goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow hosts The Goop Podcast, where she and author Cleo Wade talk about all things health and wellness, engaging doctors, professors, therapists, spiritual leaders, and more.
Listen On: It’s available on their official website, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
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Shaquille O’Neal: ‘The Big Podcast with Shaq’
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Former NBA player Shaquille O’Neal hosts The Big Podcast with Shaq with co-host John Kincade. We’re pretty sure we could listen to Shaq read his grocery list and we’d be entertained, but the podcast offers genuinely insightful (and often hilarious) conversations about entertainment and the world of celebrities.
Listen On: It’s available on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and more.
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Mario Lopez: ‘On with Mario Lopez’
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Actor Mario Lopez hosts On with Mario Lopez, where he interviews guests ranging from Arnold Schwarzenegger to Idina Menzel and more. Every week, he’ll take on a new leading voice in entertainment and get the latest intel on what they’re up to.
Listen On: It’s available on Apple Podcasts, YouTube and Spotify.
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Jenna Fischer & Angela Kinsey: ‘Office Ladies’
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The Office stars Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey host the podcast Office Ladies, in which they break down individual episodes of the hit show, giving you behind-the-scenes details and info about how it came together. And if you’re a true Office fan, you can write in and have your burning questions answered.
Listen On: Episodes are available on their website, Apple Podcasts and more.
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