Breaking Bread with Tom Papa

Episode 347 - Sarah Tiana Sep 18, 2026 3219 Sarah Tiana and Tom trade stories about difficult rooms, Dodgers jokes, writing for sports television, and finding meaningful ideas without making comedy feel like a lecture. Sarah Tiana also shares her elaborate slot-machine routine and discusses Women’s Sports Now on ESPN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 346 - Jo Koy Sep 15, 2026 4554 Jo Koy and Tom Papa trade stories about arena comedy, Eddie Murphy's Raw, crowd work and the lifelong pull of stand-up. Jo Koy also discusses the family inspiration behind his Netflix special Blue in the Face and how real conversations become stage material. Jo's special Blue in the Face is out now. His book Mixed Plate is also out now. Our thanks to: Factor! Head to FACTORMEALS.com/papa50off a

Episode 345 - Pete Holmes Sep 9, 2026 5561 Pete Holmes joins Tom Papa for a candid conversation about bombing, the need to feel understood, and the strange mental and physical work behind stand-up. They also talk about faith, parenthood, life in Ojai, status anxiety, and Pete Holmes's first children's book, Spells to Cast on Your Parents. Check out Pete's tour dates here! Pete Holmes's first children's book, Spells to Cast on Your Parent

Episode 344 - Dan Ahdoot Sep 3, 2026 4662 Dan Ahdoot joins Tom Papa to talk about the accidental making of his new comedy special, Yes, I Am Falafel Phil, and the challenge of keeping proven material alive. They also get into wine snobbery, a spectacular dinner with Ralph Macchio, Broadway disappointments, New York food lines, and the pleasures that no sleep score can measure. Dan's book UNDERCOOKED is out now. His special YES, I AM FALA

Episode 343 - Jeff Arcuri Sep 1, 2026 3196 Jeff Arcuri joins Tom Papa to talk about his Netflix special Nice to Meet You, the strange luck behind great crowd work, and the Comedy Cellar experiences that helped him trust his comedy. They get into rough tapings, online success, creative anxiety, and why a new joke landing still beats everything else. Jeff's Netflix special NICE TO MEET YOU is out now. Our thanks to: Monarch! Start a fre

Episode 342 - Gianmarco Soresi Aug 25, 2026 4628 This week we welcome Gianmarco Soresi to the table! He and Tom talk about the easy things, you know, like weddings, funerals, religion, and relationships. Laughs abound! Enjoy! Our thanks to: ASPCA Pet Insurance! Visit ⁠https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/PAPA⁠ to explore care options. Monarch! Start a free trial, and get 50% off your first year of Monarch Core Tier with code PAPA at ⁠monarch.com⁠

Episode 341 - David Wain Aug 18, 2026 4525 This week we welcome David Wain to the table! The Wet Hot American Summer Writer & Director talks with Tom about Cleveland, working with Steph Curry, and raising kids. Enjoy! Our thanks to: IQ Bar: Text PAPA to 64000 to get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Jack Archer: Right now, Jack Archer is offering our listeners 15% off your first

Episode 340 - Jenna Fischer Aug 15, 2026 3564 This weekend we welcome Jenna Fischer to the pod! Jenna is author of two books. She hosts the Office Ladies Podcast along with Angela Kinsey, and she stars in the upcoming film Nimrods, in theaters August 14! We're so thrilled to have her join us at the table. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 339 - Todd Glass Aug 11, 2026 4434 This week we welcome Todd Glass to the table! He and Tom chat all about comedy, touring, and writing. Plus food, of course! Enjoy! Our thanks to: Factor! Head to FACTORMEALS.com/papa50off and use code papa50off to get 50 percent off and 1 free breakfast item per box for 1 year, while supplies last until 10/31/2026. Square! Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/pa

Episode 338 - Ali Siddiq Aug 4, 2026 5330 This week we welcome Ali Siddiq to the table! He and Tom talk all about building a comedy special, the first celebrities they had crushes on, and of course, fatherhood. Enjoy! Our thanks to: Monarch: Start a free trial, and get 50% off your first year of Monarch Core Tier with code PAPA at monarch.com IQ Bar: Text PAPA to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message an

Episode 337 - Leslie Jones Jul 28, 2026 3347 This week Leslie Jones joins Tom at the table! She brings life advice, new breads for Tom to bake, and a lot of comedy tea. Enjoy! Our thanks to: Jack Archer! Go to JackArcher.com, and use promo code GETJACK for 15% off your first order, and see why thousands of people have given the Jetsetter Tech pant five stars! ASPCA Pet Insurance! The ASPCA® Pet Health Insurance program offers customizable

Episode 336 - Jake Johnson Jul 21, 2026 4527 This week we invite Jake Johnson to the table! He brings a special guest, and chats all about writing, acting, and helping his mother travel from Chicago to Los Angeles. Enjoy! Our thanks to: IQ Bar! Text PAPA to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Sheath! Sheath. The underwear of legends. Go to https://www.sheath.com/PAPA and use cod

Episode 335 - Joe Dombrowski Jul 14, 2026 3810 This week we welcome Joe Dombrowski to the table! He and Tom talk parenthood and adoption, putting together a comedy special, and the joys of fishing. Enjoy! Our thanks to: IQ Bar! Text PAPA to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Factor! Start your free trial and get 50% off your first year of total money clarity using link www.mon

Episode 334 - Sheng Wang Jul 7, 2026 4091 This week we welcome Sheng Wang to the table! He and Tom talk comedy touring, life moving quickly, and of course, lots and lots of food. Enjoy! Our thanks to: Square! Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/papa! #squarepod Monarch! Start your free trial and get 50% off your first year of total money clarity using link www.monarch.com/PAPA or code PAPA Butche

Episode 333 - Oliver Cooper Jun 30, 2026 4029 This week we welcome Oliver Cooper to the table! He and Tom talk all about the film industry, working in comedy, and how success feels. Enjoy! Our thanks to Leesa! Go to leesa.com and use my promo code PAPA for plus $50 off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 332 - Dan Mintz Jun 23, 2026 3981 This week actor, comedian, and writer Dan Mintz joins us at the table! He and Tom talk awkward high school years, the joys and difficulties of doing standup, and more. Enjoy! Our thanks to IQ Bar! Text PAPA to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 331 - Noah Galuten Jun 18, 2026 3956 This week we welcome Chef Noah Galuten to the table! He and Tom talk food, fun, and laughter. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 330 - Matt Rogers Jun 16, 2026 3777 This week we welcome Matt Rogers to the table! He and Tom talk all about Long Island and the east coast, their starts in comedy, and of course, the Cultch Awards! Enjoy! Our thanks to Sheath. The underwear of legends. Go to https://www.sheath.com/PAPA and use code PAPA for 20% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 329 - Jamie Lee Jun 12, 2026 3758 The incredibly funny Jamie Lee joins us at the table. She and Tom talk about their time working together, Ted Lasso, terrible AirBnB hosts, and more. Enjoy! And remember to check out our Patreon! For $5/month you can have access to ad-free episodes, early releases, behind the scenes content, and more! Head to: https://www.patreon.com/BreakingBreadWithTomPapa Learn more about your ad choices. Visi

Episode 328 - Taylor Tomlinson Jun 9, 2026 4674 This week friend of the pod Taylor Tomlinson @taylortomlinsoncomedy is back to break more bread! She and Tom talk about comedy inspirations, growing up religious, writing bestsellers, and more. Enjoy! Our thanks to: IQ Bar! Text PAPA to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Monarch! Start your free trial and get 50% off your first year o

Episode 327 - Mark Bittman Jun 2, 2026 3853 This week we welcome legendary cookbook author, journalist, and all around fabulous human Mark Bittman to the pod. He and Tom talk all things food, and more. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 326 - Sarah Sherman May 26, 2026 4300 This week we welcome the fabulous Sarah Sherman to the table! She and Tom talk all about writing, traveling, and performing comedy. Check out her incredible special, and enjoy! Our thanks to Leesa! Go to leesa.com and use my promo code PAPA for an extra $50 off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 325 - Ryan Hamilton May 19, 2026 3807 This week we welcome the esteemed Ryan Hamilton to the table! He and Tom talk about working with Jerry Seinfeld, touring, and of course, the time Ryan got hit by a bus. Enjoy! Our thanks to: IQ Bar! Text PAPA to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 324 - Fahim Anwar May 12, 2026 4135 This week we welcome the magnificent Fahim Anwar @FahimAnwar to the show! He and Tom talk stand up, parental expectations, and cooking. Enjoy! Thanks to: Sheath! The underwear of legends. Go to https://www.sheath.com/PAPA and use code PAPA for 20% off. Monarch! Start your free trial and get 50% off your first year of total money clarity using link www.monarch.com/PAPA or code PAPA Learn more a

Episode 323 - Fumi Abe May 7, 2026 3909 We're thrilled to welcome Fumi Abe to the table! He and Tom talk crowd work, AI, and the life of a comic. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 322 - Orlando Leyba May 5, 2026 4288 We are so excited to have Orlando Leyba join Tom at the table! They chat about food, fun, LA, and Miami. Enjoy! Our thanks to: IQ Bar! Text PAPA to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Butcher Box! As an exclusive offer, new listeners can get their choice between free Sirloin Tips, Ground Beef or Chicken Wings in every box for LIFE,

Episode 321 - Dan Docimo Apr 30, 2026 4341 Happy Thursday! We're so happy to welcome Dan Docimo to the table. They talk with Tom talk about being funny in school, comedy writing, and Catholicism. We think they're hilarious, and we know you will too. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 320 - Lisa Ann Walter Apr 28, 2026 4806 This week we welcome legend Lisa Ann Walter to the table! She and Tom gush about Italian food, dig into Lisa's experiences performing for the Mob, compare comedy notes, and have a blast. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 319 - Kyle Mooney Apr 21, 2026 5852 This week we welcome the phenomenally funny Kyle Mooney at the table! He and Tom work out on air, chat about the Land o' Lakes lady, and lament the artist's trajectory. Enjoy! Our thanks to: IQ Bar! Text PAPA to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Quince! Give your kitchen essentials the upgrade they deserve with cookware from Quince.

Episode 318 - Paul Morrissey Apr 16, 2026 4419 Surprise! Happy Thursday. We welcome OG Bread Breaker Paul Morrissey back to the pod. He and Tom talk about early iterations of Breaking Bread, touring together, and Paul's cooking mishaps. Enjoy! Our thanks to: Butcher Box! As an exclusive offer, new listeners can get their choice between chicken breast or top sirloin for a year OR ground beef for life, PLUS $20 off when you go to ⁠ButcherBox.c

Episode 317 - Joel Kim Booster Apr 14, 2026 4376 This week we welcome the fabulously funny Joel Kim Booster to the table! He and Tom talk about the Scrubs reboot, the perils of corporate comedy, and being hot. Enjoy! Our thanks to: Butcher Box! As an exclusive offer, new listeners can get their choice between chicken breast or top sirloin for a year OR ground beef for life, PLUS $20 off when you go to ButcherBox.com/papa Monarch! Start your

Episode 316 - Bobby Moynihan Apr 7, 2026 4096 This week we welcome Bobby Moynihan to the table! He and Tom talk all about standup, raising daughters, and cigarettes. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 315 - Annabelle Gurwitch Apr 2, 2026 4252 Happy surprise Thursday episode! We welcome Annabelle Gurwitch to the table, and she and Tom chat all about fun topics such as Cancer and Death. Seriously, though, it's a great discussion. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 314 - Nick Swardson Mar 31, 2026 4960 This week we welcome Nick Swardson to the table! He and Tom chat all about ghosts, as well as other, more corporeal things. Enjoy! Our thanks to Hungryroot! For a limited time get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Go to Hungryroot.com/PAPA and use code PAPA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 313 - Aaron Chen Mar 24, 2026 4309 This week we welcome the incredible Aaron Chen ⁨@AaronCh3n⁩ to the table! He and Tom chat all around the world. Enjoy! Our thanks to: IQ Bar! We freaking love these bars and you will too. Text PAPA to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 312 - Phil Rosenthal Mar 19, 2026 4910 This week we welcome Phil Rosenthal to the table! He and Tom talk about Phil's mom, the perfect cookie, and of course, diners. Enjoy! Our thanks to Butcher Box! We love Butcher Box and so will you. Go to ButcherBox.com/PAPA. Don’t forget to use our link so they know we sent you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 311 - Kenan Thompson Mar 10, 2026 5151 Welcome back! This week we welcome Kenan Thompson to the table. He and Tom chat all things comedy, SNL, NYC, and plenty of other acronyms. Enjoy! Thanks to: Factor! Head to factormeals.com/papa50off and use code papa50off to get 50 percent off and free breakfast for a year! And to IQ Bar! Text PAPA to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may app

Episode 310 - Rob Riggle Extended Episode! Mar 4, 2026 6228 Hi Breaking Bread Family! As an apology for the weird minute of silence in Rob's episode, please enjoy this ad-free, EXTENDED episode. For weekly extended episodes, head over to our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/BreakingBreadWithTomPapa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 309 - Rob Riggle Mar 3, 2026 5574 Hi Breaking Bread Family! Please skip to 1 minute 10 seconds for the episode start. We're so sorry about this error. This week we welcome Rob Riggle to the table! He and Tom talk SNL, 9/11, Rob's new book, and so much more. Enjoy! Our thanks to Monarch! Start your free trial and get 50% off your first year of total money clarity using link www.monarch.com/papa or code PAPA Learn more about you

Episode 308 - Craig Ferguson Feb 25, 2026 4288 Welcome back friend-of-the-pod Craig Ferguson to the table! We're so glad to have him back. He brings his patented energy to talk about food and fun. Enjoy! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Tom Papa is a celebrated stand-up comedian with over 20 years in the industry. Watch Tom's new special "Home Free" out NOW on Netflix! Radio, Podcasts and more: h

Episode 307 - Laura Benanti Feb 17, 2026 4391 This week we welcome Laura Benanti to the table! The Broadway legend talks everything from New York to LA, family, food, and fun. Enjoy! Our thanks to Butcher Box! As an exclusive offer, new listeners can get their choice between filet mignon, NY strip or chicken breast in every box for a year, PLUS $20 off when you go to ButcherBox.com/PAPA And thanks to our favorite IQ Bar! Text PAPA to 64000

305 - Kevin Nealon Feb 10, 2026 4958 This week Kevin Nealon joins Tom at the table. He stops by to talk about love, life, and comedy. Enjoy! Thanks to: Factor! Head to factormeals.com/papa50off and use code papa50off to get 50 percent off and free breakfast for a year. Express VPN! Don’t forget to use my link at EXPRESSVPN.com/TOMPAPA to get up to four extra months of ExpressVPN! Monarch! Start your free trial and get 50% off you

Episode 304 - Will Sasso Feb 3, 2026 4807 This week Will Sasso joins us at the table! He and Tom chat all things food, fun, comedy, and wrestling. Enjoy! Text PAPA to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 303 - Jenny Zigrino Jan 28, 2026 4441 This week Jenny Zigrino joins us at the table! She and Tom talk about fun things like death and comedy. Enjoy! Take advantage of this exclusive offer: For a limited time get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life. Go to Hungryroot.com/PAPA and use code PAPASecure your online data TODAY by visiting ExpressVPN.com/TOMPAPA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca

Episode 302 - Andy Richter Jan 22, 2026 5088 This week Andy Richter joins us at the table! He and Tom talk about food, fun, and friends. Enjoy! Text PAPA to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. As an exclusive offer, new listeners can get their choice between filet mignon, ny strip or chicken breast in every box for a year, PLUS $20 off when you go to ButcherBox.com/PAPA Use co

Episode 301 - Mo Amer Jan 13, 2026 4697 This week Mo Amer joins us at the table! Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 300 - Jim Norton Jan 6, 2026 4983 Happy 300th episode! To celebrate we've got Jim Norton at the table. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 299 - Kathleen Madigan Dec 30, 2025 4882 This week Kathleen Madigan joins us at the table to discuss drunk neighbors, Waymos, and Nashville. Happy holidays, and enjoy! Text PAPA to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Head to factormeals.com/TYSO50OFF and use code TYSO50OFF to get 50% off your first Factor box PLUS free breakfast for 1 year. Offer only valid for new Factor

Episode 298 - Aparna Nancherla Dec 23, 2025 4109 Today we've got Aparna Nancherla at the table. She and Tom talk about the difficult experience that sometimes is living life, the things that bring them joy, the foods of their youth, and of course, Aparna's new special, Hopeful Potato, out now on Dropout. Enjoy! Thanks to Monarch! Use code PAPA at monarch.com in your browser for half off your first year. That’s 50% off your first year at monar

Episode 297 - Connie Britton Dec 16, 2025 4131 This week Connie Britton joins us at the table! She and Tom reminisce about their time in New York, becoming friends, industry success, and of course, raising children. Enjoy! Our thanks to: Factor! Eat smart at FactorMeals.com/papa50off and use code papa50off to get 50% off your first box, plus Free Breakfast for 1 Year. Squarespace! Head to https://www.squarespace.com/PAPA to save 10% off y

Episode 296 - Jon Lovett Dec 10, 2025 5167 This week, Jon Lovett joins us at the table! He and Tom talk politics, superheroes, and how to become funny. Enjoy! Text PAPA to 64000 to get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Secure your online data TODAY by visiting ExpressVPN.com/TOMPAPA. Take advantage of Hexclad’s Holiday Sale! Head to https://hexclad.com/PAPA for Up To 50% Off!

Episode 295 - Ian Edwards Dec 2, 2025 3952 This week, Ian Edwards joins us at the table! He and Tom talk all about the evolution of comedy, proper airplane etiquette, and of course, Jamaican houses. Enjoy! Check out https://www.squarespace.com/PAPA to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PAPA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanksgiving Surprise! - Zoltan Kaszas Nov 27, 2025 4469 Happy Thanksgiving, Bread Breakers. This week Zoltan Kaszas joins us at the table to discuss food, fun, and fantasy. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 294 - Jim Gaffigan Nov 25, 2025 4385 This week Jim stops by to chat about his comedy process, his new YouTube special, and gives out life advice. Enjoy! F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code PAPA15 at https://theperfectjean.nyc/PAPA15 #theperfectjeanpod As an exclusive offer, our listeners can get free steak in every box for a year PLUS $20 off your first box when you go to ButcherBox.com/papa. Your choi

Episode 293 - Patton Oswalt Nov 18, 2025 4393 This week Patton Oswald joins us at the table! He and Tom chat industry expectations, comedy in the social media age, and of course, Tom puts Patton's encyclopedic film knowledge to the test. Enjoy! Check out Black Coffee and Ice Water, out November 20, only on Audible! Don’t get them socks. Get them premium wireless for $15/mo. Shop Mint Unlimited Plans at mintmobile.com/breakingbread Ch

Episode 292 - Paul Feig Nov 11, 2025 4257 This week Paul Feig joins us at the table to talk about his dapper wardrobe, his favorite gin martini, and of course, his new movie, The Housemaid (only in theaters December 19th). Enjoy! Text PAPA to 64000 to get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Find your forever cookware @hexclad and get 10% off at https://hexclad.com/PAPA! #hex

Episode 291 - Judd Apatow Nov 4, 2025 4195 Today Judd Apatow joins us at the table! He and Tom talk about his new book, his long history with comedy, and those pesky network execs. Enjoy! -- Check out https://www.squarespace.com/PAPA to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PAPA. -- Get 50% off 1 month of Trade at drinktrade.com/PAPA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 290 - Iliza Shlesinger Oct 28, 2025 4930 Iliza joins Tom to sample sourdough, and chat about touring, making art, and how she's no longer giving out free tickets to friends and family. -- Text PAPA to 64000 to get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Go to ButcherBox.com/PAPA to get this limited time offer and free shipping always. theperfectjean.nyc. Our listeners get 1

Episode 289 - Dan Soder Oct 21, 2025 3879 Today the hilarious Dan Soder joins us at the table! He talks criticizing Howard Stern, living above the subway, getting covid in Canada. Enjoy! Check out his podcast SODER and his tour dates at https://www.dansoder.com/. Head to https://www.squarespace.com/PAPA to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PAPA. Use code PAPA at monarch.com in your browser for half

Episode 288 - Tig Notaro Oct 14, 2025 4731 Today Tig Notaro joins us at the table! Does she care about her appearance? Does she know how baseball works? Will her wife leave her for Tom? Everything gets answered today. Eat smart at FactorMeals.com/papa50off and use code papa50off to get 50% off your first box, plus Free Breakfast for 1 Year. Text PAPA to 64000 to get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message

Episode 287 - Tara Punzone Oct 10, 2025 4424 Today, the incredible chef, Tara Punzone joins us at the table! Things are about to get really Italian. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 286 - Jim Jefferies Oct 10, 2025 5425 Today Jim Jefferies joins us at the table! Tom and Jim discuss why Jim is not his wife's favorite Aussie, the art of crafting your opening joke, and who will be the last standing Beatle. Enjoy! Right now, Trade is offering 50% off a 1 month trial at drinktrade.com/PAPA. Check out squarespace.com/PAPA for a free trial, and when you’re ready to launch, use OFFER CODE: PAPA to save 10% off your

Episode 285 - Alex Edelman Oct 2, 2025 4776 Today on Breaking Bread Alex Edelman joins us at the table! He talks holding hands with a nervous flyer, wearing tefillins, and making pottery for Seth Rogen. He also opens up about the loss of his best friend and how he navigates the current state of the world. Alex is an Emmy and Tony Award winning comedian, actor and writer. Catch Alex in THE PAPER, streaming on Peacock now. ----------------

Episode 284 - Nick Stoller Sep 30, 2025 4973 Today on Breaking Bread Nick Stoller joins us at the table! You know him from making every funny movie ever, but today we get a peak into the real Nick Stoller: the insanely talented baker. Sally from Sally's Baking Addiction, please step aside. We might just end the podcast here, it will be nearly impossible to top. Enjoy! Check out Nick Stoller's show, PLATONIC. Season 2 now streaming on Appl

Episode 283 - Tim Heidecker Sep 23, 2025 5473 Today Tim Heidecker joins us at the table! He's here to address the topic on everyone's minds: his transitional lenses. Tim and Tom also discuss the relationship between wine and storytelling, things that make them laugh, and if you have to be a stoner to create stoner content. FactorMeals.com/papa50off and use code papa50off to get 50% off your first box, plus Free Breakfast for 1 Year. *Offe

Episode 282 - Gary Vee Sep 16, 2025 4499 Today Gary Vee joins us at the table! The two Jersey boys dive into all kinds of discussions - the best way to parent your children, how to start a business without any money, and how to use AI to make you money. Enjoy and take notes! ------------- 0:00:00 Intro 0:01:05 TomPapa.com and Patreon Shoutout 0:02:09 New Jersey 0:03:40 Bread 0:04:45 Say hi to everyone in college - life is people

Episode 281 - Spike Feresten Sep 9, 2025 5957 Today Spike Feresten joins us at the table! He's written for your favorite shows including Late Night with David Letterman and Seinfeld - and he's here to talk all things comedy! Tom talks with Spike about his many interests - collecting cars, playing live ball tennis, and designing watches. Enjoy! Check out Spike's podcast Spike's Car Radio. Text PAPA to 64000 to get twenty percent off al

Episode 280 - Carrot Top Sep 2, 2025 5425 Today Carrot Top joins us at the table! We have a comedy legend among us - Carrot Top shares stories of running into the most famous and beloved comedians of all time - Buddy Hackett, Phyllis Diller, Geroge Carlin, and more! He also shares about living and performing in Vegas for nearly 30 years! Enjoy! Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every bo

Episode 279 - Robby Hoffman Aug 26, 2025 4740 Today on Breaking Bread Robby Hoffman joins us at the table! Would it kill her to have a moment?! She talks through the journey of growing up on welfare to creating her own HBO show! She also shares her opinions on they/them pronouns. Stay til the end to hear how her pedophile girlfriend and her go so lost they thought they might die. Enjoy! Check out Robby's podcast Too Far exclusively on Patr

Episode 278 - Dusty Slay Aug 19, 2025 4348 Today Dusty Slay joins us at the table! From living in a trailer park to having his own Netflix special, Dusty has lived a varied life. He talks driving drunk, comedy influences, and braiding his hair. Enjoy! Check out Dusty's Netflix special "Wet Heat" out now. ---------- 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:30 TomPapa.com 0:01:25 Patreon Shoutout 0:01:56 Dusty is tired, not a 10pm crowd 0:04:00 Special congrat

Episode 277 - Tim Ferriss Aug 12, 2025 5479 Today Tim Ferriss joins us at the table! We have an entrepreneur and investor on the program, Breaking Bread just got a whole lot smarter! Tim sheds light on diet, screen time, natural remedies, and much more! Tune in for his tips and tricks. Enjoy! Eat smart at FactorMeals.com/papa50off and use code papa50off to get 50 percent off plus FREE shipping on your first box. --------------- 0:00:00 I

Episode 276 - Maria Bamford Aug 5, 2025 4095 Today Maria Bamford joins us at the table! Maria shares about her experience living in Altadena during the LA fires, how her neighbors saved her house, and why she still has conflicting feelings about them. She also talks touring and life with pugs. Stay tuned to hear how many pigeons she thinks she can carry. Enjoy! Check out Maria Bamford on tour! MariaBamford.com For a limited time, Wil

Episode 275 - Samantha Bee Jul 29, 2025 3783 Today Samantha Bee joins us at the table! Warning: things get steamy, we're talking menopause! Samantha shares about her tour How To Survive Menopause and why connecting with her audiences is so precious. Tom and Sam also discuss the real reason Colbert got cancelled and why Sam will be topless in Ibiza any day now. Enjoy! Check out Samantha's podcast "Choice Words with Samantha Bee" and catch

Episode 274 - Cedric The Entertainer Jul 22, 2025 4186 Today on Breaking Bread Cedric the Entertainer joins us at the table! Cedric talks The Kings of Comedy, being the life of the party, and even busts out a few tunes. Tom may or not be considering stealing Cedric's look. Enjoy! Factormeals.com/papa50off and use code papa50off to get 50 percent off plus FREE shipping on your first box.Text PAPA to 64000 to get twenty percent off all IQBAR products,

Episode 273 - Gabby Reece Jul 15, 2025 3941 Today on Breaking Bread Gabby Reece joins us at the table! Gabby is a former professional volleyball player and Tom has a lot to learn. Her advice on saunas and talking to strangers has changed his life for the better. Today they talk weight loss tips, sleeping separation, and more. Enjoy! Follow Gabby Reece @gabbyreece Text PAPA to 64000 to get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus F

Episode 272 - Kerri Kenney-Silver Jul 8, 2025 4422 The week on Breaking Bread Kerri Kenney-Silver joins us at the table! She talks starring in the hit show The Four Seasons (based on the 1981 film), the audition process, and working with Steve Carrell. Tom and Kerri also trade stories of almost getting kidnapped and much more. Enjoy! Catch Kerri in The Four Seasons streaming now on Netflix! Go to Wildgrain.com/PAPA for $30 off your first

Episode 271 - Steph Tolev Jul 1, 2025 3821 This week on Breaking Bread Steph Tolev joins us at the table! Tom and Steph discuss her new -first ever- Netflix special and the importance of not looking wet. They also dive into social media trolls, bar fights, and body ailments. Perhaps the most wild development: Tom might start wearing jumpsuits. Enjoy! Check out Steph's new Netflix special Filth Queen streaming now! Go to FactorMeals

Episode 270 - Jameela Jamil Jun 26, 2025 3920 Today Jameela Jamil joins us at the table for a bonus episode! She talks getting discovered, the power of saying "yes", and how she almost killed herself with RAID. Enjoy! Check out Jameela's podcast Wrong Turns, wherever you podcast. -------------- 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:32 Patreon Shoutout 0:00:55 Lighter space 0:04:03 How scary is the world? 0:08:00 Cake and overwhelming flavors 0:08:48

Episode 269 - Fortune Feimster Jun 24, 2025 3902 Today Fortune Feimster joins us at the table! At this point, 6 years into the radio show, she's basically Breaking Bread family. These old pals discuss ADD, going through tough times, and whether or not they would feel comfortable sharing a bunk bed (one member of this duo is definitely more into it). Enjoy! Check out Fortune in Fubar S2 now streaming on Netflix! Text PAPA to 64000 to get twenty

Episode 268 - Justin Willman Jun 17, 2025 4102 This week Justin Willman joins us at the table! It's magical! Justin shares how he got his start in magic after breaking both his arms, how he builds out his tricks, and reveals if he plants audience members. Enjoy! Check out Justin's new Netflix special, Magic Lover - out now! Text PAPA to 64000 to get twenty percent off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may appl

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