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The past decade has brought a whole new meaning to the word streaming. Gone are the days of listening to music on CD's and cassettes, with pretty much all media now available to be streamed online.
Apple Music and Spotify are two of the biggest streaming networks today. Apple Music boasts 60 million users worldwide, while Spotify has at least 100 million users. Podcasts can be streamed from both of these powerhouses, and the selection is vast.
More and more, celebrities are taking to the mic to discuss anything from world events to dating, to what's going on in the LGBTQ+ community. Some of the best hosts are already well-known actors, musicians, and comedians. Here are some of the best celebrity podcasts available today.
Dax Shepard: Armchair Expert
Dax Shepard has established himself as one of the best comedic actors of the last decade. Known for his career-shaping role as Crosby Braverman in the dramatic family television series, Parenthood, he has also appeared in dozens of movies and several other TV shows.
Married to Kristen Bell, Dax started recording his podcast, Armchair Expert, in the family's attic in 2018. The show features interviews with celebrities, musicians, and comedians, and deals with the ins and outs of the human experience. The podcast is definitely a hit; Apple Podcasts rates it 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Joe Rogan: The Joe Rogan Experience
As far as celebrity podcasts go, The Joe Rogan Experience is one of the most listened to. With millions of listeners per episode, and about 20 million downloads a month, Joe Rogan makes an estimated $10 million per year from the podcast alone.
Broaching taboo and controversial topics, Joe is fearless when it comes to questioning authority and the status quo. In many ways, his rebellious attitude and refusal to accept standardized politics, economics, or world views is what has gained him such a faithful following.
Bill Burr: The Monday Morning Podcast
Bill Burr is one of the most renowned actors and comedians of our generation. Known for playing the role of Patrick Kuby on Breaking Bad, he also cofounded the All Things Comedy. Since 2007, he has hosted a bi-weekly podcast called The Monday Morning Podcast.
Offering candid commentary about his life, current events, sports, pop culture, and more, the podcast has an estimated 100,000 listeners per episode. Like other popular celebrity podcasts, he hosts invited guests regularly.
Chris D'Elia: Congratulations with Chris D'Elia
Chris D'Elia is a stand-up comedian, writer, sitcom actor, and podcast host. After gaining quite a bit of exposure from his roles on the shows Whitney, and Undateable, he launched his podcast, Congratulations with Chris D'Elia, in February, 2017.
With over 2 million followers on Vine, he is one of the best-loved entertainers in the podcast world. Regularly included in Top 20 charts for best podcasts, Congratulations offers laugh out loud inducing commentary and a good deal of current events and news.
Anna Faris: Anna Faris is Unqualified
Anna Faris is one of the funniest comedians of our time. Having appeared in over 25 major films, she is most known for her roles in the Scary Movie franchise. In November, 2015, she launched an advice-centered podcast called Unqualified.
Each episode includes a celebrity interview during the first segment of the show, and the second segment is mostly commentary and discussion, often focused on relationships. Apple Podcasts gives the podcast a rating of 4.4 on 5 stars, and her many fans are definitely tuning in to every episode.
Marc Maron: WTF with Marc Maron
WTF with Marc Maron is one of the most entertaining celebrity podcasts on air. Started by comedian Marc Maron in 2009, the episodes were originally recorded in his basement, but the operation has since been moved to a studio.
Marc hosts invited celebrity guests every week, and the conversations range from light-hearted, to very deep. WTF was named the #1 podcast in the Rolling Stones' 2004 version of The 20 Best Comedy Podcasts Right Now. To date, close to 1,100 episodes of WTF have aired.
Jenna Fischer: Office Ladies
Jenna Fischer and Angela Kinsey are best known for their roles as Pam and Angela on The Office. The hilarious duo were costars, and are real-life best friends. Launched in October, 2019, Office Ladies has a really funny concept for die-hard fans of the show.
They watch past episodes of The Office, and offer hilarious commentary, memories from the set, and behind-the-scenes stories. The clever ladies have also added a line of gifts and apparel in Office themes, available on their website.
Angela Yee: The Breakfast Club
Angela Yee is a well-known radio personality, host, and podcaster. She has hosted various podcasts and radio shows, including Lip Service and The Morning After With Angela Yee, which were both broadcast on Eminem's station, Shade 45.
Since 2010, she has been hosting radio show The Breakfast Club, which focuses primarily on artist interviews. She has been praised (and criticized!) for her candid style. Some of her past guests have entered into feuds with her, including her biggest beef to date, with Gucci Mane.
RuPaul: What's The Tee?
The world's best-loved drag queen, RuPaul Andre Charles, has been a well-known staple in Hollywood since the 90's. As a performer, actor, model, singer, and television personality, he has worn many hats. Most recently, he has launched a successful podcast called What's The Tee?, alongside co-host Michelle Visage.
The comedic podcast has been airing since April 2014, and has been praised for its ability to discuss basically every topic. From fashion to mental health awareness, music to Hollywood, this podcast really has something for everyone.
Stassi Schroeder: Straight Up With Stassi
Stassi Schroeder is the hilarious star of reality TV series, Vanderpump Rules. Other than being a reality personality, she is also a blogger, author, fashionista, and podcast host.
Her podcast, Straight Up With Stassi, takes listeners through the ups and downs of her life in Hollywood, as a semi-famous reality star. The show is heavy on Vanderpump-related gossip and updates, so if you're a fan of the show, you definitely need to check out this podcast.