Thanks Dad with Ego Nwodim

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 YouTubeSee 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 YouTubeSee 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.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with writer, comedian, and actress Taylor Ortega! To start, Taylor thanks her Big Mistakes co-star, Dan Levy. Ego and Taylor chat about giving and receiving compliments, their experiences in school, and how they each handle change. They also talk about auditioning, living in LA vs. New York, and their shared love of staying in bed. Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a message at (502) 849-3237 (THX-DADS)!   Follow Taylor 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 podcaster Bowen Yang! To start, Bowen thanks Pret a Manger for his delicious sandwich, Peacock, and 1.5x speed. Ego and Bowen chat about studying the wrong majors in college, their high school experiences, and what it’s like adjusting to life after SNL. They also reflect on Bowen’s favorite moments from his time on the show. Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a message at (502) 849-3237 (THX-DADS)!   Follow Bowen 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 stand-up comedian Matteo Lane! To start, Matteo thanks Dr. Wesley Carlos for his third hair transplant. Ego and Matteo chat about the highs and lows of touring, the struggle of spending money when nothing feels ethical anymore, and how our phones make it nearly impossible to stay present. They also  bond over their shared love of Mariah Carey.   Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a message at (502) 849-3237 (THX-DADS)!   Follow Matteo 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.

Enjoy this re-release of one of our favorite episodes from season 1! Randall Park joins the show as Ego's dad for the day as they talk pursuing acting and hiding it from immigrant parents, the power of unspoken love, and moving back home. Then, Ego asks Randall about doing drugs.   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 YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sat down with fellow comedian, Atsuko Okatsuka! The two comedians chat about their favorite witchy tonics, being the youngest/favorite child, and how Big Water has fooled us all. Atsuko shares a story about their mutual friend & the similarities between Japanese & Nigerian names. Finally, Ego & Atsuko give advice to a lucky listener on how to disagree with your partner without ruining the relationship.   Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a message at (502) 849-3237 (THX-DADS)! Follow Atsuko Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram, TikTok and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sat down with actress extraordinaire who we know & love from The Good Place, Barry & A League of Their Own, D'Arcy Carden! To start, D'Arcy thanks the man who complimented her amazing parking skills, along with her friends, Jesse & Katie, for bringing her a cinnamon roll. Friendship! The two actors chat about shared Actress experiences #actortalk, bringing back the house hang, and staying in a Potato vacation rental for her upcoming HGTV Show with Sherry Cola. D'Arcy shares her audition story for The Good Place for her role of Janet. Finally, Ego & D'Arcy give advice to a lucky listener on how to respectfully leave a conversation you have no interest in having. Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a message at (502) 849-3237 (THX-DADS)!   Follow D'Arcy Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram, TikTok and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sat down with fellow SNL alum and Broadway King, Taran Killam! To start, Taran thanks his Nanny for indirectly causing his existence. The two actors chat about the LA Rams, travelling the Sunday after SNL and meeting his person at 23. Taran shares the story of his meet-cute with his wife Cobie and how they raise kids in LA. Finally, Ego & Taran give advice to a lucky listener on acts of self care to help you get through the day.   Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a message at (502) 849-3237 (THX-DADS)!   Follow Taran Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram, TikTok and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sat down with award winning actor and whiskey maker, William H. Macy! To start, William thanks his wife for joining him on this magnificently weird trip we call life. The two actors chat about what makes a good story, the appreciation of a good box Stuffing, and how he cannot escape his southern etiquette. William shares auditioning advice with Ego & if you don't like it, don't hire him! Finally, Ego & William give advice to a lucky listener on how to sit in discomfort and let the resolution come to you. Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a voicemail at (502) 849-3237 (THX-DADS)!   Follow William Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram, TikTok and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sat down with actor of the stage and screen, Josh Segarra!  To start, Josh says thank you to the people that always make his day: the ticket takers on his morning train and the gym employee who makes his smoothies! The two actors chat about their thoughts on rehearsal, self doubt, and the importance of a support system in this career path. Josh also tells Ego the wild story of meeting his wife and the sly moves that won her over. Finally, Ego and Josh give advice to a lucky listener and debate the best practices for staying motivated while completing life’s daily chores.   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 YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sat down with fellow actor, comedian, and podcaster Eric André! To start, Eric says thanks to his pal Ego and they talk about working together on the upcoming movie, “Little Brother.” Eric tells Ego the original name he had planned for “The Eric Andre Show” and reveals the musical career path he could have taken if it weren’t for comedy. They two friends bond over their love of food and their hatred for airplane turbulence. To finish, they give a lucky caller some relationship advice! Check Out Eric's Pod "Bombing with Eric Andre" on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bombingwithericandre   Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a voicemail at (502) 849-3237 (THX-DADS)! Follow Eric Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram, TikTok and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sat down with Emmy-winning weatherman, broadcaster, and journalist Al Roker! To start, Al shares the best acting advice he’s ever been given, and it might surprise you. Afterwards, he says thanks to his wife, Deborah Roberts, and his family for always supporting him, especially over the last few years. Ego and Al joke about having kids, The School of Hard Knocks, and the powerful lessons about failure that Al learned from his father. Al even reveals the nickname he tried giving himself in high school that didn’t stick. Finally, Ego and Al bond over Red Lobster and give a lucky listener some wise advice.   Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a message at (502) 849-3237 (THX-DADS)! Follow Al Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram, TikTok and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sat down with Emmy award-winning actor, comedian, and author, Jeff Hiller! To begin, the duo talks about sleep deprivation, gospel bangers, and a shared love of not going to school anymore.The conversation continues with Ego and Jeff debating a proper response time for texts, the want to have kids, and the correct amount of clothes to sleep in at night. Eventually, Jeff shares the hidden secret to winning an Emmy, and he and Ego weigh in on a listener’s burning question.   Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a message at (502) 849-3237 (THX-DADS)! Follow Jeff Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram, TikTok and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sat down with actor, comedian, and writer Alex Moffat! Their conversation begins with a look back at SNL sketches Alex isn’t proud of and he shares some advice Ego gave him that he still uses today. The two friends also discuss Alex’s road to parenthood, his time as a cruise performer, open relationships, and they debate starting their own law firm! Later, Alex says Thank You to his wife Caroline in a way you may not expect. Finally, Alex and Ego debate responding slowly to texts, and even give advice to a fan who texted in!   Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a message at (502) 849-3237 (THX-DADS)! Follow Alex Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram, TikTok and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sat down with actor and New York Times bestselling author, Simu Liu! Their conversation begins with an exciting announcement that Simu is headed to Broadway! Simu shares that he is thankful for his physical therapist, Ethan, and Ego brings him into the studio for an on-the-spot shoulder consultation. Together, Ego and Simu establish the inaugural ‘Thanks Dad’s Sexiest Women’ list, and Simu reveals how his first acting gig got him fired from life as a finance bro. Finally, the pair discuss situationships, therapy, love, and even give advice to a lucky listener.   Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a message at (502) 849-3237 (THX-DADS)! Follow Simu Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram, TikTok and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Enjoy this re-release of one of our favorite episodes from season one! New episodes back starting January 6th. Happy holidays! Ego's very special dad of the day is none other than the great Emmy-award winning Wayne Brady! Wayne joins Ego to talk about being raised by his grandmother, finding the balance between being your child's parent and best friend, and his ROTC days as an outlet for singing and dancing. Ego then asks for some "dadvice" about whether or not she should be aiming to buy properties. Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a message at (502) 849-3237 (THX-DADS)! Follow Wayne Follow Ego Follow Thanks Dad on Instagram, TikTok and YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.