Thanks Dad with Ego Nwodim

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Tituss Burgess Dec 09, 2025

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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.

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Wanda Sykes Dec 02, 2025

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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 advice about hating your best friend’s partner!

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Padma Lakshmi Nov 25, 2025

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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!

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Ron Funches Nov 18, 2025

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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!

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Miguel Nov 11, 2025

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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.

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Tamron Hall Nov 04, 2025

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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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Heidi Gardner Oct 28, 2025

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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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Thanks Dad Season 2 - Coming 10/28 Oct 24, 2025

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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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Wayne Brady Feb 10, 2025

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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.

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

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Bobby Moynihan Feb 03, 2025

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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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