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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

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59:16

Re-Release: Roy Wood Jr.

Thanks Dad with Ego Nwodim ·

2025/12/23

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. Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a message at (502) 849-3237 (THX-DADS)! Follow Roy Wood Jr. Follow

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Nicole Avant

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2025/12/16

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 “I belong here” feeling? Ego and Nicole answer it all here!

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60:59

Tituss Burgess

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2025/12/09

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 burnout and making friends in New York City. Want some advice from Ego

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62:14

Wanda Sykes

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2025/12/02

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 bombs at any of her gigs? Finally, the two give a lucky listener some

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Padma Lakshmi

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2025/11/25

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 forces to give a lucky listener some advice on finding love! Get Padma's

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66:51

Ron Funches

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2025/11/18

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! Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a message at (502)

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67:27

Miguel

Thanks Dad with Ego Nwodim ·

2025/11/11

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. Get tickets for Miguel's global CAOS tour at officialmiguel.com Want some advice from Ego

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47:24

Tamron Hall

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2025/11/04

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! Want some advice from Ego and her guest? Leave a message at ‪(502) 849-3237 (THX-DADS)! Follow

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66:09

Heidi Gardner

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2025/10/28

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. SOCIALS: Follow Heidi Follow Ego Follow Thanks DadSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Thanks Dad Season 2 - Coming 10/28

Thanks Dad with Ego Nwodim ·

2025/10/24

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!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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01:03:15

Wayne Brady

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2025/02/10

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.We'll be taking a break between seasons, but stay subscribed for

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00:56:37

Bobby Moynihan

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2025/02/03

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. Subscribe and Rate Thanks Dad on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future episode! Follow Ego on Instagram and Twitter. Follow Headgum on Instagram.Advertise on Thanks Dad via gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy

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01:07:58

Langston Kerman

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2025/01/20

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.Subscribe and Rate Thanks Dad on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future episode! Follow Ego on Instagram and Twitter. Follow Headgum on Instagram.Advertise on Thanks Dad via

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01:14:47

Ty Burrell

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2025/01/13

Ty Burrell joins Ego as her dad of the day and they discuss pursing your dreams when that's your only skillset, life in Utah and being home to be a present dad, and teaching your kids good habits you don't have. Ego asks Ty advice on what are the signs you should give a second date a shot.Subscribe and Rate Thanks Dad on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future episode! Follow Ego on Instagram and Twitter. Follow Headgum on Instagram.Advertise on Thanks Dad via

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01:04:11

Matt Walsh

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2025/01/06

Matt Walsh joins Ego as her dad for the day as they talk being a middle child in a big family, improv as a confidence booster, learning to say "I love you", and reasoning with teenagers. Ego also asks Matt whether or not she should get more tattoos.Subscribe and Rate Thanks Dad on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future episode! Follow Ego on Instagram and Twitter. Follow Headgum on Instagram.Advertise on Thanks Dad via gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at

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01:05:52

Randall Park

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2024/12/16

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. Subscribe and Rate Thanks Dad on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future episode! Follow Ego on Instagram and Twitter. Follow Headgum on Instagram. Advertise on Thanks Dad via gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy

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01:11:08

Andy Daly

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2024/12/09

Andy Daly joins Ego as her dad for the day as they chat preferred methods of communication, gently being pushed to different career path from show business by your parents, and how to motivate your children. Then, Ego asks Andy advice on how to negotiate her salary.Subscribe and Rate Thanks Dad on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future episode! Follow Ego on Instagram and Twitter. Follow Headgum on Instagram.Advertise on Thanks Dad via gumball.fm See Privacy Policy

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01:00:17

Kareem Rahma

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2024/12/02

Ego brings in Kareem Rahma, her dad for the day as they discuss failed business ideas, the many lives that dads live, praying your kids turn out cool and funny, and Ego asks Kareem whether or not she should stop buying matcha lattes everyday.Subscribe and Rate Thanks Dad on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future episode! Follow Ego on Instagram and Twitter. Follow Headgum on Instagram.Advertise on Thanks Dad via gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at

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01:12:18

Paul Scheer

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2024/11/25

Ego is joined by dad for the day Paul Scheer to revisit the time they first met, discuss saving sentimental voicemails, problematic dads, and how to tell your kids about Santa.Subscribe and Rate Thanks Dad on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future episode! Follow Ego on Instagram and Twitter. Follow Headgum on Instagram.Advertise on Thanks Dad via gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:57:35

Scott Aukerman

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2024/11/18

Scott Aukerman gets to be Ego's dad for the day and they talk unfortunate dates, growing up in a religious household, being a young dad vs. an old dad, and Ego asks Scott house renovation advice. Guest: Scott Aukerman Subscribe and Rate Thanks Dad on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and leave us a review to read on a future episode! Follow Ego on Instagram and Twitter. Follow Headgum on Instagram.Advertise on Thanks Dad via gumball.fm See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California

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