Episode Details

What does it feel like to share a life — and sometimes a conscience — with someone who looks like you? In this condensed Armchair Expert (original ~90 minutes → new ~15 minutes), hosts Dax Shepard and Monica Padman guide a roundtable of twins through jaw-dropping stories of intuition, mistaken identity, and genetic surprises. Hear Casey and Sarah describe a startling telepathic moment and a DNA result that blurred fraternal labels; Anna’s babysitter-capade; Scott’s concussion from a case of mistaken aggression; and Amy’s ethical skateboarding impostor tale. Listeners will take away insights on twin dynamics, identity, genetics, family psychology, and the tension between individuality and shared fate. Featuring candid, funny, and sometimes chilling moments that illuminate the science and sociology of twins. Listen now to get the key ideas in minutes.