Thanks Dad with Ego Nwodim — Season 2 Teaser

Podcast: Thanks Dad with Ego Nwodim
Host: Ego Nwodim
Network: Big Money Players, iHeartPodcasts
Episode: Thanks Dad Season 2 - Coming 10/28
Date: October 24, 2025

Episode Overview

This brief episode serves as the official teaser for Season 2 of "Thanks Dad with Ego Nwodim." Comedian and actress Ego Nwodim returns with a new angle for her heartfelt and humor-filled podcast, expanding the conversation from a focus solely on dads to include anyone with a dad—essentially, everyone. The teaser captures Ego’s excitement and lays out what listeners can expect from the new season: candid talks, laughter, and genuine moments about complicated parent-child relationships.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Season 2 Is Here—and It's for Everyone

• Ego enthusiastically announces the return of her podcast on [01:31] —
  • “What’s up, everyone? I’m Ego Nwodim. I’m here to tell you that we are back with season two of my podcast, Thanks, Dad.”
• The format shifts to include a wider range of guests, not just dads but anyone who has a dad (i.e., everyone).
  • “[T]his season, I’m not just talking to dads. Nope. I’m talking to anyone who has a dad. Which means I’m talking to everyone.” [01:41]
• Guests will span actors, athletes, comedians, musicians, and more.

2. New Episodes, New Stories

• Ego teases “crazy” and fun conversations:
  • “Either way, whoever I’m talking to, just know that we’re having a ball and I think you’re gonna enjoy it.” [01:49]
• She highlights the blend of humor and heartfelt discussions that define the show’s unique voice.

3. The Core Question Remains

• Despite widening the guest pool, the show will stick to its cornerstone:
  • Each episode starts by asking: “Who do you want to say thanks to?”
  • Episodes finish by taking a listener’s advice question, answered by Ego and her guest.

4. A Personal Connection

• Ego reminds listeners of her own background:
  • Raised by a single mother, she jokes about “daddy issues” and suggests many listeners can relate, setting a tone of candid, open, and sometimes vulnerable conversation.

5. Where and When to Listen

• Season 2 premieres October 28th.
• Listeners can tune in on the iHeartRadio app or wherever they listen to podcasts.

Notable Quotes & Moments

• Ego Nwodim [01:31]:
  “I’m here to tell you that we are back with season two of my podcast, Thanks, Dad. Coming your way October 28th with Big Money Players and iHeart podcasts.”
• Ego Nwodim [01:41]:
  “Because this season, I’m not just talking to dads. Nope. I’m talking to anyone who has a dad. Which means I’m talking to everyone.”
• Ego Nwodim [01:49]:
  “Either way, whoever I’m talking to, just know that we’re having a ball and I think you’re gonna enjoy it.”
• Ego Nwodim [01:58]:
  “So you can listen to this on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcast. I can’t wait for you to hear these episodes. Tune in.”

Timestamps for Important Segments

• [01:31] — Ego’s announcement of Season 2 and what’s changing.
• [01:41] — Description of new inclusivity (“anyone with a dad”).
• [01:49] — Promise of fun, heartfelt conversations.
• [01:58] — Details on where and when to listen.

Overall Tone and Takeaway

Ego’s teaser is vibrant, breezy, and full of the sharp wit fans expect. She sets the stage for a season overflowing with laughter, relatability, and authentic stories about dads—and the lasting impact they have, whether present or absent. As always, the show promises to tackle big feelings with plenty of humor and heart.

Tune in October 28th for new episodes and guests who, like Ego, are ready to say: “Thanks, Dad.”