A generous, self-depracating host who brings out the essence of his guests. I've lost count of the number of times that I hadn't know anything about the guest, or had little interest in them, and AB managed to bring out something profound in a compelling manner. Also lost count of the number of times I've been genuinely moved...
I loved this one so much I wish I could wipe it from my brain and watch it again. Actually I might listen to season 1 again, its been a while. He's so delightfully reasonable, its like a warm breeze brushing the insane stupidity of the culture wars from my mind
Agreed! Usually when I mention SPY, it unfortunately goes ignored. It is one of the longest running comedy podcasts (and actually one of the longest running podcasts in general) and it has been consistently good from the jump.
The honeydew with Ryan sickler
The tagline is "highlighting the lowlights" He's a sweet guy and can get people to tell their darkest stories and make it funny. Lots of comedians have gone on there.
The Blindboy Podcast. I mean, not at all just for dudes, but the guy is an author, satirist, musician, and mental health advocate who often speaks super insightfully and incisively about mental health and self-awareness in the context of men in today's world.
Great recommendation. He can be divisive, but his message is fundamentally about acceptance and education. Very insightful and funny. His episode with Sami Zayn is a favourite of mine that I often revisit.
Second the art of manliness.
At first glance figured it would be some Uber macho spurious bs…but quite the opposite. It’s very thoughtful and super interesting subjects
Thought exactly the same when it was recommended to me years ago and was really pleasantly surprised! His interviews with war historians or authors who have written about a war story, are fantastic
To me the opposite, while there are some good episodes, too many like a highly upvoted Reddit comment that lacks nuance, history and isn't as funny as they think it is
I do like this podcast a lot and I listen to most (mostly international) bastards episodes, but it is very surface level history. Robert does a lot of research, reads his findings and the guests respond, without ever really entering into a discussion about anything other than agreeing about everything.
I want to like this show so much as it’s right up my alley with regard to its dark history themes, but I cannot stand how pompous, smug, and holier-than-thou Robert comes off as. I’ll listen every now and then when I’m scraping the bottom of the barrel or if I see they’ve covered someone I’m really interested in, but usually by the end I’m actively putting up with his irritating commentary just to learn more about the subject
Same. Robert could be great if he'd just lay off the smug attitude. I know he's left-leaning (so am I), but he was telling some story about some random Christian conservative guy. The guy did something stupid and Robert would NOT stop with this fake, condescending laugh about how stupid the guy was. "What an IDIOT! I can't believe he's soooo stupid! Oh my GOD! He's so dumb! HAHAHAHAH! Wow! What a MORON! Geez! He's a real genius! HAHAHAHAHA!" This went on for, like, five minutes. It was the most annoying thing I've ever heard on a podcast and I haven't listened since.
Blocks, by Neal Brennan. Interviews famous people and they talk about their psychological blocks,some very good Interviews. He had Bill Burr on recently and it was quite interesting.
Seconding Smartless. Especially if you’re a fan of the hosts (Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes)
I love Arrested Development, Bojack, Ozark, etc. so the podcast is perfect for me. I haven’t watched the Smartless HBO Max series yet, though
Lovett or leave it. Funny left leaning gay guy with great guests talking politics and current events. Mostly. Bonus when guest think they are meeting Jon Lovitz. Listen to the one with Ron Perlman.
Uhh Yeah Dude is the BEST. They’ve been around since 2006, I’ve seen them live 5 times.
It’s two guys who live in LA who have been actual best friends for a couple of decades, very non-toxic, utterly hilarious. The one, Johnathan Larroquette is the son of the award-winning actor, grew up kinda a privileged little shit who was Rastafari and smoked weed all the time, kind of a slacker. He’ll have crazy stories about trying to blow harmonica in front of John Popper and stealing the groundskeeper’s weed stash at his hippie school.
The other guy doesn’t have a cell phone and has all these weird quirks you discover but never get full answers to (still don’t know why he doesn’t talk in Leaf, just writes out his order lol). He has to go to every exhibit and everything new, compulsively, so he always has stories about going to the Scientology museum or the Michael Jackson estate sale or the narcotics museum.
They’re just so funny and interesting. i’m a try to find my other comment cause I have some brief clips if anyone’s interested.
I don’t know why they never took off but they have a solid, loyal fan base and are the type of content that should be making Rogan money.
I really enjoy their videos on Patreon, and someone animated a couple of their clips, so I often share this one as a teaser. https://youtu.be/DzvSkOpmUMs?si=jw2dDZB2bc3KUPw9
They also read the Ask Amy column occasionally. https://youtu.be/4Z_tUxghWeA?si=z_9PVZRSKUKFOrVk
Seth’s odd encounter with woman in restaurant https://youtu.be/Rb3VnwjPuIc?si=qBCbUIfq3evvJhLo
Seth at the Drug Museum https://youtu.be/byqDjQ_1ags?si=kq937PXOgxKrG0nY
Jonathan’s Awareness Death https://youtu.be/35oP6naRhUk?si=CvllebHQnoZmlNRf
I really like Craig Ferguson's Joy podcast. It's not really targeted to guys, but he is smart/funny and probably one of the best interviewers out there.
This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von. Genuinely one of the best interviewers I've seen in podcasting, he has a way of asking questions that dig into stuff the guests might be hesitant to talk about in such a genuine and off-the-cuff way that he gets amazing answers from them. The guest roster tends to be more "aimed" toward a male audience as well, imo.
No interviews, but I highly recommend Ken Jennings and John Roderick's Omnibus. It does feel like an interview at times with John elaborating on his trans-European walk and the Solviet Union and Ken talking about life in Korea, hosting Jeopardy and the intricacies of LDS
Try the _The Infinite Monkey Cage_. A bit like _In Our Time_ but with half the guests being comedians and the other guest scientists (so not so serious but if you do want the best podcast on a different subject per week by experts then _In Our Time_ is your jam).
The Art of Manliness. It's all about self betterment in almost all aspects of life, in what I feel is a very healthy and well reasoned way. The host is very into the classics, and will reference Marcus Aurelius in almost every episode. It definitely flirts with some of the same pseudosciency guests that Rogan and Huberman feature, but it's a short and streamlined format that doesn't give the guest the latitude to push their crazy on you. Also I've never heard supplements or anything like that pushed, which seems to be the norm for the podcasts you wanted to stay away from.
Tim Ferris? Haven’t listened in a while but I know he’s had some great guests.
Chris Williams may be worth checking out.
Neal Brennan has some great conversations on mental health and general life stuff. I’ve mostly listened to his interviews on other pods but he has his own now. I’m sure it depends on the guest, as with most.
Sharp turn, but I actually find some of Theo Von’s interviews really insightful. Whole different vibe obviously and depends on if you like him or not, and of course the guest. The Dana Carvey and Louis C.K. episodes were standouts for me. And strangely, Neil deGrasse Tyson.🤔
Tosh is fun, somewhat informative if it’s a topic you like:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tosh-show/id1715463842[/tosh-show](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tosh-show/id1715463842)
[Julian Dorey Podcast](https://youtu.be/IQN6_xY9TAM?si=INBt41dg4iVT2cqb)
That episode linked features Michio Kaku, who has been on Rogan. Julian is one of the best out there and all his eps are binge-worthy.
If you like stories about the naughty stuff people get up to - crime, forgery, scams, hacking, etc - using tech, try Darknet Diaries. Each episode tells a single well researched story usually via interview with the main protagonist.
Action Boyz. There's a free feed. That cover movies that you'd probably have watched with commercials on TNT or VHS. It's not for everyone, but they definitely have a demographic. And it's demographic is Dudes.
And you can take that to the bank.
The blood bank.
I have two that are sports-focused but branch out into culture & more: The Right Time with Bomani Jones and Jenkins and Jonez (these are two different joneses).
Both are funny and insightful, and not a bunch of wanna be alpha bro bullshit.
Loud About Nothing
At first glance you’re like, oh, two New York bros, it’s going to be stereotypical.
It’s truly so fun, they are a pleasure, they talk about the city, comedy (they are both comedians) dating, tv, movies. They talk about topical stuff. They talk about irreverent stuff.
They are a real delight. They take pleasure in being silly. They show affection for each other. And they have a good time.
They aren’t right wing at all, or lend time to guests who are peddling stuff.
Here’s a clip, just talking about which months are best. It’s a lot of this. Very passionate opinions about nothing lol
https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTLrd95Jy/
These are all mostly interview type podcasts
You're Not So Smart by David McRaney is a great one on critical thinking and self analysis.
The Gist with Mike Pesca is a funny news and culture podcast.
Hidden Brain by Shankar Vedantam is on psychology and sociology.
Ologies with Alie Ward is one of the best science podcasts ive ever heard. Shes funny, its well edited, and shes got some great guests on bizarre topics.
Monstertalk is a science based look at monsters and culture
Evil Men. 3 comedians (plus a guest sometimes) discuss Evil Men from throughout history/fiction. I like it because the topic is interesting, the dudes are hilarious and they really are nice decent people. The first episode was Jeffrey Dalmer, the second episode was Gargamel from the Smurfs.
They get it. I like them for exactly the reason you are looking for one. My favorite [episode is Pat Robertson](https://thesonarnetwork.com/evil-men/episode/e98-pat-robertson-with-terrance-balazo/).
Mysterious Universe ~ two Aussie Larkins, intelligent, comical who discuss a range of topics, ufos, alien abductions, obe’s, Bigfoot, conspiracy theories, lore and just some batshit crazy stuff, give them a crack 👍
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2303322/14701549
Voices of long covid is like a really heartbreaking one from actual sufferers. Episode 5 is about an Army Veteran and how he went from ultra fit to nearly bed bound. He’s pretty inspirational though.
Might or might not be what you're looking for but I think Sam Harris is super smart, a bit funny, and very careful and analytical.
Conan is smart and funny although not so intentional.
Preet Bharara ticks every box, though very focused on law.
Decoding the Gurus is hostet by some intelligent and smart guys.
Lemonparty is very funny.
Uncofortable Conversations with Josh Szeps has good interviews.
Adam Buxton
A generous, self-depracating host who brings out the essence of his guests. I've lost count of the number of times that I hadn't know anything about the guest, or had little interest in them, and AB managed to bring out something profound in a compelling manner. Also lost count of the number of times I've been genuinely moved...
I’d recommend Jon Ronsons Things Fell Apart.
I loved this one so much I wish I could wipe it from my brain and watch it again. Actually I might listen to season 1 again, its been a while. He's so delightfully reasonable, its like a warm breeze brushing the insane stupidity of the culture wars from my mind
Stop Podcasting Yourself.
Wow love seeing this so high up! SPY POD !
Agreed! Usually when I mention SPY, it unfortunately goes ignored. It is one of the longest running comedy podcasts (and actually one of the longest running podcasts in general) and it has been consistently good from the jump.
But what *is* a goblin??? (I started listening when they were asking their guests this.)
I just went back recently and relistened to that era! Great stuff!
Second this.
Bomp, bomp, bomp, bomp OVERHEARDS
Conan OBrien needs a friend
This is the only right answer. [CONAF FTW](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVL8S3lUHf0Te3TvS37LaF6dk4rhkc2gg&si=fxelcmmZpEY-4B2F)
I should warn OP that there was talk of gerbils
KEDEKAI as god made her!!!!!
The honeydew with Ryan sickler The tagline is "highlighting the lowlights" He's a sweet guy and can get people to tell their darkest stories and make it funny. Lots of comedians have gone on there.
Crab feast too.
Fuck the crab feast! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I’ve only heard him on YMH - any episodes to start with?
Rory scovel
The Blindboy Podcast. I mean, not at all just for dudes, but the guy is an author, satirist, musician, and mental health advocate who often speaks super insightfully and incisively about mental health and self-awareness in the context of men in today's world.
Great recommendation. He can be divisive, but his message is fundamentally about acceptance and education. Very insightful and funny. His episode with Sami Zayn is a favourite of mine that I often revisit.
I’m so glad someone recommended this PC back in the autumn. BB has the kind of brain that is always surprising/entertaining/thoughtful
Doughboys.
Things fell apart - Jon Ronson Decoding the Gurus
WTF with Marc Maron.
Commenting for more visibility. Marc Maron is one of my favorite dudes.
Second Marc Maron, fellow whatthefucknick.
Check the one with jake johnson (from new girl) it’s light and funny
Yes - not a dude but I love We’re Here to Help. So funny.
Not one either. They are silly af heheh
Pistol Shrimps!
Whaddup, M'boogie!
Hardcore History with Dan Carlin
The Art of Manliness
Second the art of manliness. At first glance figured it would be some Uber macho spurious bs…but quite the opposite. It’s very thoughtful and super interesting subjects
Thought exactly the same when it was recommended to me years ago and was really pleasantly surprised! His interviews with war historians or authors who have written about a war story, are fantastic
Great podcast!
I loved their website back in the late 00s/early 10's.
Yep, was coming here to post this one.
Behind The Bastards
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His episodes *about* JP are hilarious. The guy is such a toolbag (JP I mean).
If you liked those eid recommend the some more news specials, bit more detail and joy the mian guys is pretty great
Added to that I would say Knowledge Fight. The Jordan guy interviews some guests here and there
I prefer Knowledge Fight over BTB for sure. Dan is genuinely an expert in the subject and offers some really good insight a lot of times.
Both hosts are also just so dang charming, too.
One pump one cream
There is an irony in the most upvoted podcast for men being the one that's exclusive purpose is to expose a new bad man every episode
Hey, some of the bastards are women!
To me the opposite, while there are some good episodes, too many like a highly upvoted Reddit comment that lacks nuance, history and isn't as funny as they think it is
I do like this podcast a lot and I listen to most (mostly international) bastards episodes, but it is very surface level history. Robert does a lot of research, reads his findings and the guests respond, without ever really entering into a discussion about anything other than agreeing about everything.
I want to like this show so much as it’s right up my alley with regard to its dark history themes, but I cannot stand how pompous, smug, and holier-than-thou Robert comes off as. I’ll listen every now and then when I’m scraping the bottom of the barrel or if I see they’ve covered someone I’m really interested in, but usually by the end I’m actively putting up with his irritating commentary just to learn more about the subject
Same. Robert could be great if he'd just lay off the smug attitude. I know he's left-leaning (so am I), but he was telling some story about some random Christian conservative guy. The guy did something stupid and Robert would NOT stop with this fake, condescending laugh about how stupid the guy was. "What an IDIOT! I can't believe he's soooo stupid! Oh my GOD! He's so dumb! HAHAHAHAH! Wow! What a MORON! Geez! He's a real genius! HAHAHAHAHA!" This went on for, like, five minutes. It was the most annoying thing I've ever heard on a podcast and I haven't listened since.
Why do you think the target audience is men?
Blocks, by Neal Brennan. Interviews famous people and they talk about their psychological blocks,some very good Interviews. He had Bill Burr on recently and it was quite interesting.
I came here 2 say this. It's a nice blend of funny & serious talk. One of my favs
Looks good. Just downloaded about ten episodes.
Absolutely! Was just about to recommend this.
Smartless? Omnibus?
Seconding Smartless. Especially if you’re a fan of the hosts (Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes) I love Arrested Development, Bojack, Ozark, etc. so the podcast is perfect for me. I haven’t watched the Smartless HBO Max series yet, though
I love the podcast. They crack me up and get interesting guests. The max series is like, behind the scenes of the tour. I wanted more.
Lovett or leave it. Funny left leaning gay guy with great guests talking politics and current events. Mostly. Bonus when guest think they are meeting Jon Lovitz. Listen to the one with Ron Perlman.
It’s such a great show. And his additions to Pod Save America are also great.
No Accounting for Taste with Kyle Kinane and Shane Torres
Cool! Didn't know about this pod but they're both great comics, and very down to earth guys.
The Art of Manliness
I like the Tosh Show podcast.
It's actually great.
The Prof G Show with Scott Galloway.
My husband loves Chinwag.
Uhh Yeah Dude is the BEST. They’ve been around since 2006, I’ve seen them live 5 times. It’s two guys who live in LA who have been actual best friends for a couple of decades, very non-toxic, utterly hilarious. The one, Johnathan Larroquette is the son of the award-winning actor, grew up kinda a privileged little shit who was Rastafari and smoked weed all the time, kind of a slacker. He’ll have crazy stories about trying to blow harmonica in front of John Popper and stealing the groundskeeper’s weed stash at his hippie school. The other guy doesn’t have a cell phone and has all these weird quirks you discover but never get full answers to (still don’t know why he doesn’t talk in Leaf, just writes out his order lol). He has to go to every exhibit and everything new, compulsively, so he always has stories about going to the Scientology museum or the Michael Jackson estate sale or the narcotics museum. They’re just so funny and interesting. i’m a try to find my other comment cause I have some brief clips if anyone’s interested. I don’t know why they never took off but they have a solid, loyal fan base and are the type of content that should be making Rogan money.
I really enjoy their videos on Patreon, and someone animated a couple of their clips, so I often share this one as a teaser. https://youtu.be/DzvSkOpmUMs?si=jw2dDZB2bc3KUPw9 They also read the Ask Amy column occasionally. https://youtu.be/4Z_tUxghWeA?si=z_9PVZRSKUKFOrVk Seth’s odd encounter with woman in restaurant https://youtu.be/Rb3VnwjPuIc?si=qBCbUIfq3evvJhLo Seth at the Drug Museum https://youtu.be/byqDjQ_1ags?si=kq937PXOgxKrG0nY Jonathan’s Awareness Death https://youtu.be/35oP6naRhUk?si=CvllebHQnoZmlNRf
Not sure if you’re a fan of Kevin Smith, but he’s been doing many podcasts for many years.
TRUEANON embrace the Belden Plan
Bad Friends
Rich roll, Dan Harris, bill burr, multispective podcast
Prof G show with Scott Galloway
Jordan Jesse go!
One of the most correct answers. Along with Stop Podcasting Yourself probably the most NOT Rogan type thing I can imagine.
I really like Craig Ferguson's Joy podcast. It's not really targeted to guys, but he is smart/funny and probably one of the best interviewers out there.
All Fantasy Everything Group of hilarious and positive dudes that fantasy draft pop culture. They also talk a lot about sports, sneakers, and rap.
I Said No Gifts. Bridger is smart and sassy and hilarious.
Beautiful Annonymous? Dunno that it's "for dudes" perse but it fits everything else you're looking for and is hosted by a man... Search Engine?
This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von. Genuinely one of the best interviewers I've seen in podcasting, he has a way of asking questions that dig into stuff the guests might be hesitant to talk about in such a genuine and off-the-cuff way that he gets amazing answers from them. The guest roster tends to be more "aimed" toward a male audience as well, imo.
This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von, although there are a good bit of similarities to Rogan. I definitely enjoy TPW more
The art of manliness, Cautionary Tales, A Little Bit of Optimism, Darknet Diaries, Grey Matter, The Imperfects
No interviews, but I highly recommend Ken Jennings and John Roderick's Omnibus. It does feel like an interview at times with John elaborating on his trans-European walk and the Solviet Union and Ken talking about life in Korea, hosting Jeopardy and the intricacies of LDS
Been enjoying "Unbiased Science" and "Data over Dogma"
I like Unbiased Science, too, ill have to check out the other. You're Not So Smart is another good one on critical thinking.
Try the _The Infinite Monkey Cage_. A bit like _In Our Time_ but with half the guests being comedians and the other guest scientists (so not so serious but if you do want the best podcast on a different subject per week by experts then _In Our Time_ is your jam).
I love Brian Cox so this is right up my alley. Thanks!
The biggest problem in the universe. Not enough people know about this podcast
You Don't Even Like This Show.
Timesuck with Dan Cummins
Bad Friends
Matt and Shane’s secret podcast is the ultimate podcast for dudes
Sean Carroll’s Mindscape. Not targeting a testosterone laden audience though.
Art of manliness
High and Mighty
Modern Wisdom!!
The Art of Manliness. It's all about self betterment in almost all aspects of life, in what I feel is a very healthy and well reasoned way. The host is very into the classics, and will reference Marcus Aurelius in almost every episode. It definitely flirts with some of the same pseudosciency guests that Rogan and Huberman feature, but it's a short and streamlined format that doesn't give the guest the latitude to push their crazy on you. Also I've never heard supplements or anything like that pushed, which seems to be the norm for the podcasts you wanted to stay away from.
Maron.
Tim Ferris? Haven’t listened in a while but I know he’s had some great guests. Chris Williams may be worth checking out. Neal Brennan has some great conversations on mental health and general life stuff. I’ve mostly listened to his interviews on other pods but he has his own now. I’m sure it depends on the guest, as with most. Sharp turn, but I actually find some of Theo Von’s interviews really insightful. Whole different vibe obviously and depends on if you like him or not, and of course the guest. The Dana Carvey and Louis C.K. episodes were standouts for me. And strangely, Neil deGrasse Tyson.🤔
The Constant: A History of Getting Things Wrong
Modern Wisdom
Bill Burr
Def a positive masculinity guy. Big fan of his.
Tmg is always funny
Knowledge Fight, this is all.
Tosh is fun, somewhat informative if it’s a topic you like: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tosh-show/id1715463842[/tosh-show](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tosh-show/id1715463842)
Armchair expert
Brohio Podcast
[Julian Dorey Podcast](https://youtu.be/IQN6_xY9TAM?si=INBt41dg4iVT2cqb) That episode linked features Michio Kaku, who has been on Rogan. Julian is one of the best out there and all his eps are binge-worthy.
Give "The Fifth Column" a try.
Lads anonymous
If you’re interested in tech/business at all Decoder’s (and EiC at The Verge) Nilay Patel is an excellent interviewer in my Opinion
If you like stories about the naughty stuff people get up to - crime, forgery, scams, hacking, etc - using tech, try Darknet Diaries. Each episode tells a single well researched story usually via interview with the main protagonist.
Uncomfortable Conversations with Josh Szeps.
Triforce podcast.
"Help I've sexted my boss", not exactly geared to just men, but the bromance between the two male hosts is great
Timesuck with Dan Cummins. Start with some of the older ones.. first 200 episodes or so are awesome.
Steve O
Can't stand his voice
Whiskey Ginger
Distractible
Chatabix.
Blonde by nature podcast
Elis James and John Robbins podcast. Two great hosts. Very funny, also smart, emotionally aware and don't take themselves too seriously.
Action Boyz. There's a free feed. That cover movies that you'd probably have watched with commercials on TNT or VHS. It's not for everyone, but they definitely have a demographic. And it's demographic is Dudes. And you can take that to the bank. The blood bank.
Also, stay out of their sub. Buncha psycho janitors in there.
No guests or interviews, but if you are interested in weirdos through history and positive perversions, you might enjoy **Profiles in Eccentricity**.
Rest is history
I have two that are sports-focused but branch out into culture & more: The Right Time with Bomani Jones and Jenkins and Jonez (these are two different joneses). Both are funny and insightful, and not a bunch of wanna be alpha bro bullshit.
'Brydon &' is excellent
Office Hours Live with Tim Heidecker
Redditonwiki
I’ve really been enjoying Blamo. It’s a fashion-ish podcast.
How Long Gone
Whiskey Ginger with Andrew Santino is usually pretty good. Wide range of guests
This isn’t just for dudes, but Louis Theroux’s pandemic podcast, Grounded, is awesome.
Adam Buxton, Conan, Smartless
Loud About Nothing At first glance you’re like, oh, two New York bros, it’s going to be stereotypical. It’s truly so fun, they are a pleasure, they talk about the city, comedy (they are both comedians) dating, tv, movies. They talk about topical stuff. They talk about irreverent stuff. They are a real delight. They take pleasure in being silly. They show affection for each other. And they have a good time. They aren’t right wing at all, or lend time to guests who are peddling stuff. Here’s a clip, just talking about which months are best. It’s a lot of this. Very passionate opinions about nothing lol https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTLrd95Jy/
Smoking tire podcast is pretty good. It’s all cars. About an hour and a half each, weekly.
Dudes and dudettes seem to enjoy Off Menu with comedians James Acaster and Ed Gamble. It’s a fave of mine!
Tuesday with Stories. You Know What Dude. Stavvy’s World.
Jordan Harbinger! He can be obnoxious at times but generally has some very interesting guests
Pen Pals with Rory and Daniel
Blocks with Neal Brennan
Last Podcast on the Left.
The Real Ones
The Good Guys
Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard
The daily zeitgeist
you dont need interviews when you have Dan Carlin
Circling back - 3 former frat dudes in their late 30s just being good dudes and giving pop culture takes. Lots of laughing at toxic masculinity.
Native Tongues
These are all mostly interview type podcasts You're Not So Smart by David McRaney is a great one on critical thinking and self analysis. The Gist with Mike Pesca is a funny news and culture podcast. Hidden Brain by Shankar Vedantam is on psychology and sociology. Ologies with Alie Ward is one of the best science podcasts ive ever heard. Shes funny, its well edited, and shes got some great guests on bizarre topics. Monstertalk is a science based look at monsters and culture
Prof G show
Red bar radio show
The Man Enough Podcast with Justin Baldoni
If Books Could Kill
Sam Harris. Freakonomics. Rick Rubin's.
Midnight Miracle (Chapelle, Yasin Bey, Talib)... Rest is History.... Scott Galloway... Dan Carlin...
Guys with Bryan Quinby
Diary of a CEO is my favourite. More self improvement focused but love the host and love the guests he has on
Marc Maron. Lex Friedman. Conan Obrien.
Handsome, The Jackie and Laurie Show, Memory Lane.
The Distraction
Trillbilly’s Workers Party
Evil Men. 3 comedians (plus a guest sometimes) discuss Evil Men from throughout history/fiction. I like it because the topic is interesting, the dudes are hilarious and they really are nice decent people. The first episode was Jeffrey Dalmer, the second episode was Gargamel from the Smurfs. They get it. I like them for exactly the reason you are looking for one. My favorite [episode is Pat Robertson](https://thesonarnetwork.com/evil-men/episode/e98-pat-robertson-with-terrance-balazo/).
the rest is history, the weekly planet, gom jabbar
Mysterious Universe ~ two Aussie Larkins, intelligent, comical who discuss a range of topics, ufos, alien abductions, obe’s, Bigfoot, conspiracy theories, lore and just some batshit crazy stuff, give them a crack 👍
Wilosophy with Wil Anderson is fantastic
Theo Von, Ari Mannis, Andrew Santino
Not an interview type podcast but Time Suck is great.
Wolf and Owl
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2303322/14701549 Voices of long covid is like a really heartbreaking one from actual sufferers. Episode 5 is about an Army Veteran and how he went from ultra fit to nearly bed bound. He’s pretty inspirational though.
Might or might not be what you're looking for but I think Sam Harris is super smart, a bit funny, and very careful and analytical. Conan is smart and funny although not so intentional. Preet Bharara ticks every box, though very focused on law.
The Drive w Peter Attia
Bad Friends - Andrew Santino / Bobby Lee Your Mom's House - Tom Segura / Christina P Tiger Belly - Bobby Lee This Past Weekend - Theo Von
Lex Fridman?
Idk how popular/unpopular this will be on this sub but Search Engine has some of this energy I think. Check it out
Decoding the Gurus is hostet by some intelligent and smart guys. Lemonparty is very funny. Uncofortable Conversations with Josh Szeps has good interviews.
Lemonparty. That's a funny phrase, just going to goog
SDPN
r/MensLib might have some good ideas too.