Thanks Dad with Ego Nwodim
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.
Episodes
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 ...
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...
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 Scho...
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 winni...
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 Car...
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&rsqu...
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 ...
Enjoy this re-release of one of our favorite episodes from season one! New episodes back starting January 6th. Happy holidays!
Roy Wood Jr. (Have I Got News For You, The Daily Show) joins Ego as her dad for the day to discuss losing his father at a young age, the key to co-parenting, and the complexities of dating as a single dad. Later on, Roy offers Ego advice about online shopping.
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This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sat down with best-selling author, award-winning film producer, entrepreneur, and former U.S. Ambassador diplomat, Nicole Avant! Their conversation starts with Nicole thanking a friend who surprised her just when she needed it. Ego and Nicole share the life lessons learned in winning, losing, & cheating. Can we say ‘thank you too much?” For a New Yorker, when do you finally get that &ldq...
This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sat down with six-time Emmy-nominated actor and singer, Tituss Burgess! Bring your tissues for this one – though maybe it’s just allergies? Ego and Tituss discuss everything from childhood to fame, and these two Pisces get into all of it. They reflect on growing into their names and even debate the perfect room temperature for cuddling. To wrap up, Tituss shares his secrets to avoiding burno...
This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sat down with legendary stand up comedian, actress, and writer, Wanda Sykes. Other than their love of comedy, Ego and Wanda share what it was like growing up in the DMV – Delaware/Maryland/Virginia that is! Wanda also shares what it was like coming out late in life and raising twins. They joke about over-romanticizing going on tour, and Ego asks if Wanda, even with her decorated career, still bomb...
This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sat down with Emmy-nominated food expert, television producer, and New York Times bestselling author, Padma Lakshmi! Ego and Padma waste no time and get right into a flavorful conversation about food and family. Later, Padma shares what has surprised her about being a mom and even gives Ego a few tips to avoid paparazzi! Finally, Padma helps Ego decide if it's time to write a book, and the two join forc...
This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sat down with actor, comedian, and proud dad, Ron Funches! To start, Ego reveals just how filthy her purse is, Ron expresses gratitude for the lessons his mother is still teaching him today. He also reveals how his own father’s missteps have informed how he raises his own sons. Later, Ron shares the wild reason he fired his last assistant and sets the record straight on the Kendrick vs. Drake beef...
This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sat down with Grammy award-winning artist Miguel! Ego shares how she’s been a fan since her Myspace days, and they talk about how Miguel’s wonderful parents have shaped his approach to raising his own son. With everything from a tribute to D’Angelo to memories of getting whooped as a kid, we cover all! Finally, Miguel gives some advice to Ego and a lucky caller.
This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sat down with Emmy award-winning talk show host and New York Times best selling author, Tamron Hall! They talk about failing on game shows, dealing with childhood bullies, and breaking up with men who almost let them drown! (Yes — drown.) Finally, Tamron talks about how her childhood has influenced her own parenting and gives some of her sage advice to a lucky listener!
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Welcome back to Thanks Dad! On the season two premiere, Ego talks to actress/comedian/best friend Heidi Gardner. They discuss who Heidi wants to say thanks to, FaceTiming naked and sharing a dressing room on Saturday Night Live! To wrap things up, Ego asks Heidi for advice on buying furniture you love for a place you might not.
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We’re back with all new episodes of Thanks Dad! This season, Ego’s sitting down with not just dads, but anyone with a dad...so everyone! Check out her conversations with world-renowned actors, comedians, musicians and more right here starting October 28th!
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Welcome to the Season Finale of Thanks Dad! 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.
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Bobby Moynihan joins Ego as her dad for the day as they get into the weeds of life outside and inside SNL, what it takes to make your parents proud, and how to not spoil your kids. Ego then asks Bobby for advice on financial savings.
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Langston Kerman joins Ego today in being her day for the day as they talk about not aging, having multiple stepdads and become a father figure to your younger siblings. Ego then asks Langston advice on how to navigate texting someone or ghosting you're not interested post-first date.
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