EPISODE · Feb 18, 2026 · 1H 20M
Monica Padman on Building Her Career & Finding Her Voice
from Conversations with Cam · host Cameron Oaks Rogers
In this episode, I sit down with Monica Padman, co-host and producer of Armchair Expert, for a conversation about her journey from aspiring actress to babysitter to speech writer to podcasting powerhouse. Monica shares how she navigated career pivots, the evolution of her role as co-host with Dax, and building confidence in real time. We dive into the behind-the-scenes of producing and editing episodes and new podcasts she’s created (like Beth’s Dead). Monica also talks about the impact of sharing her egg freezing journey publicly, the value of friendships, dealing with imposter syndrome, and recently being nominated for a Golden Globe. Finally, we dive into her favorite Armchair Expert moments, dream guests, our shared Friends obsession, and the process of moving into her new home!Key Takeaway / Points:Sharing my love for Armchair Expert as a long-time listener and ArmcherryMonica’s career evolution from nannying for Kristen Bell & Dax Shepard to becoming a co-creator and co-host of one of the top podcastsHow Monica built her confidence, found her voice, and developed her unique co-hosting styleBehind-the-scenes of booking, producing, and editing Armchair Expert episodesHow her relationship with Hollywood and celebrities has changed as a fangirlNavigating opinions and feeling protective of her guestsWhat it was like sharing her egg freezing journey publicly, her current stance on family planning, and maintaining female friendships in different life stages Monica on the feeling of belonging, experiencing imposter syndrome, and her recent experience at the Golden GlobesFavorite Armchair moments, dream guests, and what guest surprised her the mostRapid fire: Monica’s favorite hosting recipes, favorite TV show, current fashion pick, and most valuable lessons learned from Kristen & DaxListen to Armchair Expert HEREListen to Beth’s Dead HEREFollow Monica:Instagram: @mlpadmanFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogersSubstack: Fill Your CupWebsite: cameronoaksrogers.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogersYoutube: Cameron Rogers
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In this episode, I sit down with Monica Padman, co-host and producer of Armchair Expert, for a conversation about her journey from aspiring actress to babysitter to speech writer to podcasting powerhouse. Monica shares how she navigated career pivots, the evolution of her role as co-host with Dax, and building confidence in real time. We dive into the behind-the-scenes of producing and editing episodes and new podcasts she’s created (like Beth’s Dead). Monica also talks about the impact of sharing her egg freezing journey publicly, the value of friendships, dealing with imposter syndrome, and recently being nominated for a Golden Globe. Finally, we dive into her favorite Armchair Expert moments, dream guests, our shared Friends obsession, and the process of moving into her new home!Key Takeaway / Points:Sharing my love for Armchair Expert as a long-time listener and ArmcherryMonica’s career evolution from nannying for Kristen Bell & Dax Shepard to becoming a co-creator and co-host of one of the top podcastsHow Monica built her confidence, found her voice, and developed her unique co-hosting styleBehind-the-scenes of booking, producing, and editing Armchair Expert episodesHow her relationship with Hollywood and celebrities has changed as a fangirlNavigating opinions and feeling protective of her guestsWhat it was like sharing her egg freezing journey publicly, her current stance on family planning, and maintaining female friendships in different life stages Monica on the feeling of belonging, experiencing imposter syndrome, and her recent experience at the Golden GlobesFavorite Armchair moments, dream guests, and what guest surprised her the mostRapid fire: Monica’s favorite hosting recipes, favorite TV show, current fashion pick, and most valuable lessons learned from Kristen & DaxListen to Armchair Expert HEREListen to Beth’s Dead HEREFollow Monica:Instagram: @mlpadmanFollow me:Instagram: @cameronoaksrogersSubstack: Fill Your CupWebsite: cameronoaksrogers.comTikTok: @cameronoaksrogersYoutube: Cameron Rogers
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