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Thanks Dad with Ego Nwodim
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Thanks Dad with Ego Nwodim is back! And this time, she's sitting down with not just dads, but anyone with a dad...so everyone! Raised by a single mom, Ego Nwodim may have daddy issues, but she suspects you might too. This season, Ego has funny, heartfelt conversations with actors, comedians, musicians and athletes about life and their experiences with their own fathers. Each episode starts with a simple question: “who do you want to say thanks to?” and ends with a listener asking Ego and the guest for some personal advice. Produced by the Big Money Players Network and iHeartRadio.
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Christopher Meloni
Yesterday01:15:53Summary readyThis 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.
SummaryMichelle Buteau
1w ago01:07:15Summary readyThis 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 YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryFrankie Grande
2w ago00:54:11Summary readyThis 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.
SummaryAsif Ali
3w ago01:08:47Summary readyThis 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.
SummaryBilly Eichner
4w ago01:00:30Summary readyThis 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.
SummaryAparna Nancherla
May 1900:53:11Summary readyThis 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.
SummaryBilly Porter
May 1201:10:36Summary readyThis 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 YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryZoe Lister-Jones
May 501:02:00Summary readyThis 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 YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SummaryJesse Tyler Ferguson
Apr 2801:00:37Summary readyThis 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.
SummaryUtkarsh Ambudkar
Apr 2100:56:27Summary readyThis 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.
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