These days, celebrities aren't just on our screens, they're also in our ears! Some of the biggest stars in the world have swapped out their scripts for some headphones. Whether chatting with friends or diving deep into some big topics, these are all the celeb podcasts you need to know about...
Oprah's Super Soul Conversations
No one does conversation quite like Oprah Winfrey. Though she's been off the air for decades now, the famous talk show host is back to talk to some of the most influential people in the world. Her episode with royals Prince Harry of Sussex and his wife, Meghan Markle, went viral overnight. That's classic Oprah...
I Weigh
Jameela Jamil is an actress best known for her work on the sitcom hit The Good Place. Since then, she's gone on to be an advocate for eating disorder recovery, feminism, and reframing the narrative around women in the media. She speaks with celebrities, thought-leaders, philosophers, and more to learn about how the media has impacted mental health.
The Goop Podcast
Gwenyth Paltrow loves her brand known as Goop. The podcast boasts almost 300 episodes with the world's biggest culture leaders and changers talking about everything changing in the world. Whether she's talking data encryption, hacking creativity, or astrology charts, she's always taking a closer look.
Under the Skin
Under the Skin with Russell Brand is a podcast hosted by the comedian, actor, and speaker. He asks the questions that are getting under our skin every day, like financial troubles, mental health issues, and socially charged politics. What is charging your life right now? There's an episode for that.
Oh, Hello: The P'dcast
John Mulaney and Nick Kroll team up in this comedic podcast miniseries. The comedy duo dons their alter egos from the Broadway show of the same name. They play Gil and George, two elderly New Yorkers with attitude and hip dysplasia. They have special guests in each fifteen-minute episode, making laughing quick and easy!
How Did This Get Made?
The best movies can often be the worst movies, and this podcast explores that idea. Starring Paul Scheer, June Diane Raphael, and Jason Mantzoukas, this podcast watches a bad movie only to ask the central question...how did this get made? Guests can come on and bring their own favorite bad movie to discuss!
Las Culturistas
SNL actor and writer Bowen Yang is talking pop culture with his best friend and fellow comedian Matt Rogers. Together, they discuss everything from the recent pop album drop, the biggest awards of the season, the worst movies of the year, and the best moments of culture. Packed with sass, screaming, and fun, this is a must-listen.
Bill Gates and Rashida Jones Ask Big Questions
Inventor and tech wizard turned billionaire Bill Gates teams up with actress Rashida Jones to ask and answer some of the biggest questions offered to man. Is it too late to stop climate change? Why do we believe lies? Is inequality inevitable? Can people actually change? Ask and answered.
Call Chelsea Peretti
Back in the day, question-filled listeners called in to a local radio station to talk through their problems. Today, they can call up Chelsea Peretti. Known for her stand-up as well as acting on shows like Brooklyn-99, this funny lady is interacting with fans in a whole new way. When in doubt, give Chelsea a call!
Office Ladies
Anyone who knows the famous TV show known as The Office probably already knows these two! Jenna Fischer teams up with another former castmate on the sitcom, Angela Kinsey. The two of them are rewatching the beloved and acclaimed mockumentary series and laughing along with it!
Here's The Thing
Inspired by his friend and SNL producer Lorne Michaels, Alec Baldwin took to the soundscape to speak with thought-leaders, background players in major moments, and some public figures that usually can't get a platform. This since-retired podcast features episodes from writer Lewis Lapham, raconteur Elaine Stritch, musician Herb Alpert, and more!
George Ezra & Friends
George Ezra might be a one-hit-wonder, but he has some pretty interesting friends! The 'Budapest' singer invites some of his indie music pals to come and chat in this short-lived podcast. Kurt Vile, Lewis Capaldi, and even Elton John stop by to talk tunes with this loveable musician.
The Daily Show With Trevor Noah: Ears Edition
If you love The Daily Show with Trevor Noah on television, get ready to bring it with you on the go! This comedy late-night show brings fun to your ears. With highlights, extended interview segments, and digital exclusives, this is a must-download for any fan of the series.
You Made It Weird
Comedian Pete Holmes is asking guests about their weirdest things. In fact, he has a few to name! Holmes invites guests onto his show and discusses three weird things that he knows about them Usually these discussions devolve into conversations around race, sexuality, faith, gender, and more.
Women of the Hour
Lena Dunham is an actress, screenwriter, author, producer, and now, podcaster. This miniseries follows interviews conducted by Lena concerning female experiences, friendship, romance, career, esteem, bodies, and more. Both celebs and experts stop by to explain a little bit about the subjects explored.
Best Friends
Nicole Byer and Sasheer Zamata are comedians, actresses, and most importantly, BFFs! The two UCB graduates discuss everything from their relationships to their friendships to their lives on this show. Who's there to discuss everything and anything with you? Your best friends of course!
Unqualified
Unqualified is a podcast hosted by a universally unqualified person, actress Anna Faris! While most celeb podcasts are just conversations with other famous people, this one is unique in that it also converses with listeners and callers. Let Anna know your troubles, just know she's not qualified to solve them!
Getting Curious
Best known for his appearances making over appearances on Queer Eye, Jonathan Van Ness is getting curious on this show. They wonder what's going on in Congress right now? How does taste develop? What did Canada do during the American Revolution? No question is off-limits for this long-haired host!
Armchair Expert
Pull up a chair beside actor Dax Shepard and relax as he interviews some of the most interesting people in the world. Whether it be his celebrity wife Kristen Bell, acclaimed actors like Jessica Biel, or just general experts in a multitude of topics like gender theorist Susan Stryker. Anyone can be an armchair expert!
The Michelle Obama Podcast
The Michelle Obama Podcast is headed by former First Lady Michelle Obama. She speaks with friends, family, and loved ones about their relationship with the most important people in our lives. How do those relationships form us and our personalities? Listen to this miniseries to find out!
Bunny Ears
What happens if you give grown-up-child-star Macaulay Culkin a podcast? Well, some comedy skits, some harsh conversations, some special guests, some secrets from the set, some music, and so much more. The weekly episodes could be anything, but one thing is certain: he's wearing bunny ears throughout.
The Big Podcast
Shaquille O'Neal is one of the most famous athletes of all time, but he's also made quite a name for himself as a host and actor. He's joined each week with Nischelle Turner, Spice Adams & Ro Parrish. Together, they're going big on music, entertainment, pop culture, and of course, sports. Of course, you can expect some fun guests.
Pretty Big Deal
Supermodel and body activist Ashley Graham sits down with some of her favorite people to find out what makes them such a big deal. Whether that means talking business with Kim Kardashian or discussing civil rights with Patrisse Cullors, there is a reason people know the name. Dive deeper than ever before...
WTF! With Marc Maron
Every celeb podcast has notable guests, but none are quite like Maron's. Marc Maron, a comedian, has made waves for having one of the edgiest podcast shows on the web. He confronts controversial issues concerning stars, and some guests have even stormed out of interviews. For the tough questions, listen to WTF! With Marc Maron.
Life Is Short With Justin Long
After years of playing the quirky boy next door (turned into the quirky adult next door), Justin Long has changed his tune. His new job in life is finding out its meaning. He's asking everyone what the meaning of being alive is, how they find their own inner peace, and how they get happy when hope is lost. After all, life is too short!
What's The Tee?
RuPaul is best known for hosting a show called Drag Race in which drag queens compete to be the best of the best. Now though, he's diving deeper. Aside from additional information about the show and contestants, he talks pop culture, advice, beauty tips, and more! What is the tee? Listen to find out!
The Good Parts
You might know Andy Grammer from his many years as a musician, but now he's tackling bigger things. He's digging deep with some of the most recognizable entertainers about town. They're discussing everything from philosophies and successes to failures and spiritual experiences.
It's Happening
Snooki used to be the most well-known face on the Jersey Shore. Well, now she's all grown up. The married mother is spilling all the hottest gossip with her longtime BFF Joey. Together, they dish on the behind-the-scenes of Hollywood's finest, their own personal lives, and more!
Queery
Cameron Esposito made headlines a few years ago when she debuted her revolutionary stand-up special to much critical acclaim. Now, she's talking all things gay on her podcast. She's talking gender, sexuality, civil rights, and more under the lens of a stand-up comic.
3 Girls, 1 Keith
3 Girls, 1 Keith is a podcast headed by comedy powerhouse Amy Schumer and 3 of her favorite friends. These four talk stand-up, food, their lives, pop culture, favorite movies, and pretty much anything else! If you like to feel as if you're listening to BFFs chat, this is the best new listen for you!
Views
David Dobrik is one of the most well-known faces on the internet thanks to his vlogs filled with hilarious hijinks. He's joined by cohost and BFF Jason Nash to discuss things going on in their life, internet drama, behind-the-scenes secrets, and much more. Expect a few famous vloggers to stop in too!
Good For You
Whitney Cummings interviews her friends and other stand-up comedians on this weekly show about celebrating yourself. Anything who can hold a conversation and let loose is welcome to take a whack at this laid-back podcast. Funny, fresh, and fierce, Whitney is bringing it all!
The Dave Chang Show
He's a restaurateur, author, TV personality, cook, and now, a podcaster! Join the beloved foodie as he talks about everything in the kitchen. He's talking favorite foods, restaurant recommendations, cooking hacks, and so much more. He even has special guests to talk all of this with him!
The Ron Burgundy Podcast
Will Ferrell reprises his role as the hilarious news anchor Ron Burgundy to talk big topics. He discusses big news moments with his classic foolish cadence, but things are always a little wonky in Ron's world. Of course, fans can expect a funny special guest or two along the way!
Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend
Talk show host Conan O'Brien is looking for a new BFF, and this podcast is going to help him do that! Hosted by his hilarious personal assistant Sona Movsesian, Conan interviews people he likes to see how their friendship could look. Obviously, it's more than just hilarious...
I Am Rapaport
You might not think that Michael Rapaport would be the dream subject for a podcast, but you'd be wrong to think so. The actor is talking life, sports, acting, making it, and more with his platform. Nothing is out of bounds for this famous face and beloved screen actor. Wow!
Time Crisis
You might better know this face as the voice from the indie band Vampire Weekend. Ezra Koenig joins his friends as they talk the pretty much anything possible. Sometimes that means politics, corporate food history, classic rock music, city living, and even the state of music today.
Call Her Daddy
Alexandra Cooper and Sofia Franklyn used to host this podcast produced by Barstool Sports. It quickly rose to be one of the most beloved podcasts, but trouble struck between the two hosts. Read about that on your own time, but know that these days, Alexandra Cooper is the sole host of this sex-comedy podcast.
Double G News
What can't Snoop Dogg do? The man himself brings fans the latest and greatest in fictional news stories. His friends love to stop by, and some of them are celebrities! Expect the unexpected with this show, and remember that this is definitely not PG-rated. Drop this podcast like it's hot...
2 Bears, 1 Cave
As hosts, Tom Segura and Bert Kreischer say in the description of their podcast "get together in the bear cave at YMH Studios to do what bears do: make each other laugh." For people who love to enjoy the enjoyment of others, this is an instant feel-good. Obviously, there are some fun guests too!
For You Podcast
Anyone under 21 probably should be listening to this podcast. Brittany Broski, also known as the Kombucha Girl, hosts this interview podcast of the TikTok app's top creators. Whether it's science fiend Hank Green, celeb influencer Frankie Jonas, or her own roommate, Brittany is getting to the core of this app!
Girls Gotta Eat
Join Rayna and Ashley, two BFFs and stand-ups who love talking sex, love, relationships, romance, and everything in between. With special guests who specialize in these areas as well as celebs who have an interest, this is a laugh-out-loud worthy exploration of friendship and fun. After all, a girl's gotta eat!
Anything Goes
Internet star Emma Chamberlain made her mark online, but now she's taking her talents to the soundwaves. As the name suggests, pretty much anything goes when it comes to conversations on this podcast. Advice, arguments, interviews, and more are all fair game!
Urgent Care
"Urgent Care is the place you go when you don't have any other option," says Mitra Johari in the intro for this advice podcast. Joined by her co-host Joel Kim Booster, listen as they answer questions about strange sex, falling out of love, long-distance dating, coming out, and more. Call or email in to have your question answered!
Impaulsive
Logan Paul, previously canceled online for his reckless antics, is now over the airwaves. With one of the most popular podcasts out there right now, the Paul brother is joined by two co-hosts to discuss the biggest events happening online. That may be his step into the boxing ring or the latest drama with David Dobrik...
Skeptic Tank
Ari Shaffir is a comedian and this is his podcast. Described as "A comedy podcast to help better understand humanity and also to make fart jokes," this audio experience is a little bit of everything. With Shaffir at the helm of this ship, dive deeper into the skeptic tank than ever before!
Below the Belt
Comedian Brendan Schaub is tackling, or rather just fighting, the big questions around mixed martial arts. After a lifelong fascination with the sport, Schaub's podcast follows the best in the sport while also answering questions for new listeners. Go ear to ear with hand-to-hand combat!
Clear+Vivid
Alan Alda is connecting with people on a new level in this podcast. The former M*A*S*H star has since settled down and is doing what he can to be the best kind of person he can be. Scientifically backed, proof in the pudding, best in the business kind of self-improvement is always on the menu for this podcast.
Inside the Green Room
Danny Green is taking listeners inside the green room like never before. Following the biggest stories in the NBA, while also providing insight into their time on the LA Lakers, Green is joined by co-host Harrison Sanford. Keep up with everything basketball alongside these two!
Whiskey Ginger
Pull up a chair, pour up a drink, and sit back while comedian Andrew Santino talks about the trials of his friend's pasts. The redheaded host interviews friends to discuss the entertainment industry, their friendship, past antics, and thoughts of the future. Get ready for a laugh!
The Jillian Michaels Show
After building a fitness empire, Jillian Michaels has ventured into the audio space. Her podcast sticks to her roots, focusing most of her episodes on wellness and exercise. She occasionally has guests, but the focus is mainly on keeping fitness fun, empowering, and exciting!
Curious
Whether you know him from Nickelodeon's hit show Drake and Josh, or from the Amanda Show, or one of his many films, former child star Josh Peck is talking about everything he's curious about. He meets up with other child stars, current vloggers, or anyone else who wants to chat!
Straight Up
Stassi Schroeder was formerly on the hit reality show Vanderpump Rules as a waitress. After skyrocketing to fame, the blondie capitalized on her moment with this podcast as well as books and music. However, episodes of this show are hard to find after her racist remarks got her dropped from several services.
SModcast
Join filmmaker Kevin Smith and his long-time production partner, Scott Mosier, as they discuss everything from current events to nonsensical nothings. Though these two usually host the podcast, expect a guest host every once in a while when Mosier was unable to record. These include Bryan Johnson, Harley Quinn Smith, and even Malcolm Ingram!
Id10t
Chris Hardwick is one of America's most beloved comedians, but he can be a bit of a dunce sometimes! Formerly called Nerdist, this podcast focuses on nerdy stuff that he and his friends like to discuss. Usually, fans can expect someone else to pop in with a thought on the topic!
Ear Biscuits
Ear Biscuits is a podcast hosted by online personalities Rhett and Link. These two have been in the audio game for quite some time, having started the podcast in 2013. They bring anecdotes, pop culture takes, personal troubles, and more to the table each week. Butter yourself up for these ear biscuits!
Hannahlyze This
Hannah Hart (sometimes referred to just as Harto) and Hannah Gelb tackle everything self-help-related in this podcast. These two handle tough topics with real professionals so that their listeners can learn a thing or two. With big questions and daunting answers, it's a must-listen!
Juicy Scoop
Heather McDonald is talking about the Bachelorette, Bravo TV, 90 Day Fiancé, and every other piece of pop culture under the sun. With occasional guests and insights into her personal life, Heather is holding nothing back for her audience. Listen and learn to this trip down Hollywood boulevard...
With Special Guest Lauren Lapkus
Every week, comedian Lauren Lapkus is giving up her hosting duties. Only one thing stays the same...she's always the guest! Join some of the funniest people in Tinsel Town as they ask her about her childhood, favorite pets, Sex & the City personality, and so much more!
My Brother, My Brother, and Me
Founders of the gaming website Polygon have created a podcast that quickly became one of the most popular around the globe. MBMBAM is a show featuring bits like answering Yahoo questions, checking out the weirdest news in food, answering riddles, and more! These brothers are funny!