Thanks Dad with Ego Nwodim

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This week on Thanks Dad Ego sits down with comedian Jourdain Fisher to talk about being shy at home but funny at school, getting started in stand-up comedy at 17 years old, and just wanting to be successful. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad it’s a battle of the Baltimoreans as Ego sits down with Stavros Halkias! Ego and Stavros debate who is more from Baltimore, whether or not ice cream can be considered “remarkable”, and Stavros’ new stand-up special “Uncle Stav”. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with Sabrina Elba! Ego and Sabrina chat about her new esthetician degree, the science behind skincare for Black skin, and how she became an entrepreneur and launched her skincare line. They also talk about finding “the one,” making friends as an adult, and Sabrina’s recent journey into acting before wrapping up with Thanks, No Thanks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with actress and comedian Bresha Webb! Ego and Bresha chat about what she’s thankful for, her new Hulu special, and her relationship with her husband and daughter. They also talk about love languages, adulting, and the advice Bresha hopes to pass on to her daughter before playing Thanks, No Thanks. Follow Bresha Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram , TikTok and YouTube Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with actor and director Jason Biggs! Ego and Jason chat about his journey through addiction and sobriety, his love of fashion and food, and the life lessons that have shaped him. They also play a round of Thanks, No Thanks before Jason answers a question in Thank You, Next. Follow Jason Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram , TikTok and YouTube Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with comedian Kam Patterson! Ego and Kam chat about what he’s thankful for, his close relationship with his family, his journey into comedy, and why he keeps a running “list” of grudges. They also play a round of Thanks, No Thanks before Kam answers a question from Caleb Hearon in Thank You, Next. Follow Kam Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram , TikTok and YouTube Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with actor and comedian Caleb Hearon! Ego and Caleb chat about what he's thankful for, their time together on the set of Little Brother, and his relationship with his parents. They also dive into their attachment styles and play a round of Thanks, No Thanks. Follow Caleb Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram , TikTok and YouTube Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with actor and host Jerry O'Connell! To start, Jerry thanks his wife for helping him grow. Ego and Jerry chat about his relationship with his wife, acting after Stand By Me, and how he combats jealousy. They also dive into raising his daughters, growing as a person, and loving reality television. Follow Jerry Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram , TikTok and YouTube Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with actor Christopher Meloni! To start, Christopher thanks his parents, his wife, and anybody who has ever believed in him. Ego and Christopher chat about not feeling old, his first acting job, and his time as a bouncer. They also dive into sibling relationships, transitioning from football to acting, and being competitive. Follow Christopher Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram , TikTok and YouTube Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with actress and comedian Michelle Buteau! To start, Michelle thanks her kids’ teachers and her waxer. Ego and Michelle chat about raising twins, handling conflict, and her mantras to live by. They also dive into taking care of a parent with dementia, work validation, and their astrological signs. Check out season 3 of Survival of the Thickest on Netflix July 2nd! Follow Michelle Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram , TikTok and YouTube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with actor and singer Frankie Grande! Ego and Frankie chat about staying present, getting sober, and being on reality television. They dive into being the fixer in his family, what it’s like being on Broadway, and both being biology majors. Also, Frankie thanks his Dad for being an amazing and generous person. Follow Frankie Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram , TikTok and YouTube Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with actor and comedian Asif Ali! To start, Asif thanks his Deli Boys costars. Ego and Asif chat about doing bits on set, learning job hustles from his family, and getting scammed. They also dive into what job he would have if he wasn’t in entertainment, making yourself cry, and staying off his phone. Follow Asif Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram , TikTok and YouTube \Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with actor and comedian Billy Eichner! To start, Billy thanks his parents for shaping who he’s become. Ego and Billy chat about the ways his parents showed affection, growing up in New York, and not having a driver’s license. They also dive into becoming extroverted, his first hookup, and not necessarily wanting marriage or kids. Follow Billy Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram , TikTok and YouTube \Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with comedian and actress Aparna Nancherla! To start, Aparna thanks the inner-children of her family. Ego and Aparna chat about being an overthinker, struggling with traveling, and the thrill of being a late person. They also dive into missing car time, not wanting kids, and growing up with immigrant parents. Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a message at (502) 849-3237 (THX-DADS)! Follow Aparna Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram , TikTok and YouTube \Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with singer and actor Billy Porter! To start, Billy thanks God and the universe for giving him more time after his recent medical troubles. Ego and Billy chat about how they ground themselves, accepting yourself, and starting to feel your age. They also dive into reclaiming your narrative on the internet, Billy’s new children’s book, and what’s been making him uncomfortable lately. Follow Billy Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram , TikTok and YouTube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with actress and director Zoe Lister-Jones! To start, Zoe thanks producer Alix Madigan for encouraging her to direct. Ego and Zoe chat about resisting the urge to be perfect, dating after a divorce, and their conflict/attachment styles. They also dive into walking in LA, being an only child, and when you know a relationship is over. Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a message at (502) 849-3237 (THX-DADS)! Follow Zoe Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram , TikTok and YouTube See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with actor Jesse Tyler Ferguson! To start, Jesse thanks the beautiful New York weather, even if it’s sending mixed signals. Ego and Jesse chat through their health and wellness routines, and how Jesse takes care of himself while performing six shows a week in his off-Broadway show Tru. They also dive into their favorite food review apps, Jesse’s passion for the culinary world, and all the essentials for throwing a perfect dinner party. Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a message at (502) 849-3237 (THX-DADS)! Follow Jesse Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram , TikTok and YouTube \Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with actor and musician Utkarsh Ambudkar! Ego and Utkarsh talk about growing up in Baltimore, being the kid to say “I love you” first, and how that’s influenced the way Utkarsh raises his own children with honesty and bravery. They also discuss his new animated album, Too Beautiful, his work on Ghosts, and finding purpose on stage. Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a message at (502) 849-3237 (THX-DADS)! Follow Utkarsh Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram , TikTok and YouTube \Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with legendary comedy actor Will Ferrell! Ego and Will chat about their time at USC, how they each got into comedy, and their experiences on SNL. They also talk about dealing with critics, Will’s supportive parents, and how he met his wife. Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a message at (502) 849-3237 (THX-DADS)! Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram , TikTok and YouTube \Watch the video of this episode on YouTube here ! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.