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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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65:25

Taylor Ortega

Thanks Dad with Ego Nwodim ·

2026/04/07

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

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75:23

Bowen Yang

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2026/03/31

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

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77:35

Matteo Lane

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2026/03/24

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

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65:41

Re-Release: Randall Park

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2026/03/17

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.

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71:10

Atsuko Okatsuka

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2026/03/10

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 astory about theirmutualfriend & 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

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68:14

D'Arcy Carden

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2026/03/03

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sat down with actress extraordinaire who we know & love fromThe Good Place,Barry&A League of Their Own,D'ArcyCarden!To start,D'Arcythanks 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 sharedActress experiences #actortalk, bringing back the house hang, and staying in a Potato vacation rental for her upcoming HGTV Show with Sherry

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66:32

Taran Killam

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2026/02/24

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

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70:32

William H. Macy

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2026/02/17

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

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77:46

Josh Segarra

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2026/02/10

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

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69:49

Eric André

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2026/02/03

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,

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66:15

Al Roker

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2026/01/27

This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sat down with Emmy-winning weatherman, broadcaster, and journalistAlRoker! To start,Alshares the best acting advice he’s ever been given, and it might surprise you. Afterwards, he saysthanksto his wife, Deborah Roberts, and his family for always supporting him, especially over the last few years. Ego andAljoke about having kids, The School of Hard Knocks, and the powerful lessons about failure thatAllearned from his father.Aleven reveals the nickname he tried

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83:36

Jeff Hiller

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2026/01/20

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

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78:08

Alex Moffat

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2026/01/13

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

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73:10

Simu Liu

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2026/01/06

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

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62:28

Re-Release: Wayne Brady

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2025/12/30

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

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59:16

Re-Release: Roy Wood Jr.

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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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73:06

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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76:32

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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