Golden Globes 2026: ‘Good Hang with Amy Poehler’ Wins Best Podcast

The Golden Globes 2026 delivered its usual mix of chaos, charm, and celebrity sparkle, but one moment cut through the noise with real warmth: Amy Poehler taking home the first-ever Golden Globe for Best Podcast. Her show, “Good Hang with Amy Poehler,” didn’t just win—it set the tone for what podcasting can look like when it’s built on honesty, humor, and a little bit of scrappy heart.

Poehler’s win wasn’t just another trophy moment. It felt like a shift—like the industry finally acknowledging the power of a medium that’s been shaping culture for years.

A Win That Felt Personal

When Poehler walked onstage to accept the award, she didn’t bother with the polished Hollywood veneer. She kept it real, funny, and a little rough around the edges—exactly the vibe that makes “Good Hang” work.

In her acceptance speech, she joked, “I don’t know about awards shows, but when they get it right, it makes sense.” That line, pulled straight from her remarks reported by People Magazine, captures the whole mood of the night. Poehler also took a playful jab at NPR—because of course she did—saying she’s a fan of all the nominees “except for NPR, just a bunch of celebs phoning it in.” It was classic Poehler: sharp, self-aware, and delivered with a wink.

Why “Good Hang” Resonated

“Good Hang with Amy Poehler” isn’t a polished, overproduced celebrity chat show. It’s messy in the best way—friends talking, comedians riffing, stories spilling out sideways. It’s the kind of podcast that feels like you’re sitting on a couch with people who don’t mind letting the conversation wander.

The show launched less than a year before the Golden Globes 2026, but it quickly built a loyal following. Episodes with Tina Fey, Maya Rudolph, Quinta Brunson, and Martin Short helped, sure—but the real draw is Poehler herself. She’s loose, unfiltered, and genuinely curious about the people she talks to.

Variety captured this vibe perfectly, quoting Poehler’s intention behind the show: “This is an attempt to try to make a very rough and unkind world filled with a little bit more love and laughter, and laughing with people not at them.” That’s the heart of “Good Hang”: connection without pretense.

A Category That Finally Exists

The Best Podcast category is brand new—2026 is the first year the Globes even acknowledged podcasting as an art form worth awarding. And honestly? It was overdue.

Podcasts have become a cultural backbone. They shape conversations, launch careers, and give people a place to feel less alone. Recognizing them at a major awards show signals that the industry is finally catching up to the audience.

The nominees were stacked:

• “Armchair Expert”
• “Call Her Daddy“
• “The Mel Robbins Podcast”
• “Up First”
• “SmartLess” (co-hosted by Poehler’s ex, Will Arnett—because Hollywood loves a twist)

But “Good Hang” had something the others didn’t: a mix of vulnerability and chaos that felt fresh.

A Night of Humor, Heart, and a Little Bit of Chaos

The Golden Globes 2026 ceremony itself was its usual unpredictable circus. Nikki Glaser hosted with her signature roast-heavy style, and Snoop Dogg presenting the podcast award felt like the kind of fever dream only the Globes could pull off.

Poehler leaned into the weirdness. She joked that Snoop handing her the award was “exactly how I pictured it.” And honestly? It kind of was. If anyone was going to usher in the first-ever podcast award, it might as well be Snoop.

What This Win Means for Podcasting

Poehler’s win isn’t just a personal victory—it’s a signal flare for the entire podcasting world. It says:

• Podcasts aren’t just side projects anymore.
• Comedians and creators can build meaningful work outside traditional TV.
• Audiences want authenticity, not polish.

And maybe most importantly: The industry is finally paying attention.

“Good Hang with Amy Poehler” winning at the Golden Globes 2026 feels like a win for anyone who’s ever made something scrappy, heartfelt, and a little bit chaotic. Poehler didn’t just take home a trophy—she cracked open a new lane for podcasters everywhere.

If the Globes “got it right,” as Poehler said, then maybe this is the start of something bigger.