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Breaking Bread with Tom Papa

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Comedian Tom Papa mixes comedy and carbs for hilarious and revealing conversations with a wide range of talented guests. Served fresh weekly. 


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  • Thursday · 1 hr 13 min

    Bedouine Was Devastated When She Left Saudi Arabia

    Tom sits down with Azniv Korkejian for a conversation about growing up between Saudi Arabia and the United States, turning nostalgia into songs, and discovering a new sense of presence through parenthood. Azniv Korkejian also shares plans for her upcoming tour and the eclectic musical influences that shaped her work. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 00:00 Bedouine Was Devastated When She Left Saudi Arabia 03:03 The new album and going independent 09:14 Turning family history into an album 18:29 Growing up in Saudi Arabia 24:20 How songwriting really happens 30:28 Creative friction with a trusted partner 34:30 Azniv Korkejian on Roger Waters 37:14 Searching for a sense of belonging 41:32 Nostalgia, healing, and parenthood 50:38 Is art a job or an identity? 58:37 From Norah Jones to homemade mixtapes 1:05:58 Simple food and buttered pasta 1:10:38 Tour plans and staying close to home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Tuesday · 1 hr 2 min

    Billy Gardell: The Health Decision That Sent Him Back to Open Mics

    Billy Gardell joins Tom Papa to share how rebuilding his health led him back to stand-up, and why he had to begin again at open mics. They revisit the last-chance audition that became Mike & Molly, the lessons of James Burrows, and the family relationships that keep Billy grounded as he returns to touring. Billy Gardell is touring now! Married Moments is also out now. 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. ASPCA Pet Insurance! Go to https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/PAPA to find out more. The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance. For terms and conditions visit: https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/more-info/state-documents-and-sample-policies/. Products are underwritten by either Independence American Insurance Company (NAIC #26581), or United States Fire Insurance Company (NAIC #21113) and distributed by PTZ Insurance Agency Ltd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • September 18 · 53 min

    Episode 347 - Sarah Tiana

    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

  • September 15 · 1 hr 15 min

    Episode 346 - Jo Koy

    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 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. 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 Monarch! Start a free trial, and get 50% off your first year of Monarch Core Tier with code PAPA at monarch.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • September 9 · 1 hr 32 min

    Episode 345 - Pete Holmes

    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 Parents, is available for preorder now and out in September. He wrote it for his daughter and made the artwork with tape. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • September 3 · 1 hr 17 min

    Episode 344 - Dan Ahdoot

    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 FALAFEL PHIL is out now. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Dan Ahdoot Can't Play the Hits Like Musicians 00:37 Dan Ahdoot Returns With Wine 05:52 Gen Z, Drinking, and Longevity 10:05 QR Codes and Lost Etiquette 15:43 Leaving Los Angeles for New York 23:19 The Mocktail Scam 26:10 Favorite Bottles and Wine Cheat Codes 32:05 Dinner With Ralph Macchio 37:47 The Broadway Show They Hated 42:01 An Accidental Comedy Special 44:35 Building the Next Stand-Up Hour 52:13 TikTok Takes Over New York Food 55:19 Steakhouses and Cigar Culture 1:01:39 Why Weed Shrinks Your World 1:04:23 The Perfect Martini 1:07:25 Dan Ahdoot Studies Wine 1:10:03 A Janitor With a Deed 1:12:44 Bread and Sourdough Cookies 1:15:30 Where to Watch the Special Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • September 1 · 53 min

    Episode 343 - Jeff Arcuri

    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 free trial, and get 50% off your first year of Monarch Core Tier with code PAPA at monarch.com ---------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Cold open 01:00 Jeff Arcuri joins Tom 01:30 How comedians give compliments 03:23 Making crowd work work on camera 07:20 Five unpredictable special tapings 12:37 Tom's first special 14:33 Learning to edit comedy clips 21:04 Giving every clip an arc 24:42 Keeping crowd work authentic 28:06 Success, guilt and adapting 32:19 The Cellar gave Jeff confidence 38:26 Performing high or drunk 41:04 Moving seamlessly into material 43:04 What changes after a hit special 48:38 New York versus Los Angeles 50:35 Bread and sourdough cookies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • August 25 · 1 hr 17 min

    Episode 342 - Gianmarco Soresi

    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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • August 18 · 1 hr 15 min

    Episode 341 - David Wain

    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 order with promo code GETJACK. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • August 15 · 59 min

    Episode 340 - Jenna Fischer

    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

  • August 11 · 1 hr 13 min

    Episode 339 - Todd Glass

    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/papa! #squarepod Quince! Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or go to Quince.com/papa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • August 4 · 1 hr 28 min

    Episode 338 - Ali Siddiq

    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 and data rates may apply Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • July 28 · 55 min

    Episode 337 - Leslie Jones

    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 accident and illness plans that can fit your budget, your lifestyle, and even your pet’s particular quirks. To explore coverage, visit ASPCApetinsurance.com/PAPA. Leesa! We love our Leesa mattress. Go to leesa.com and use my promo code PAPA for plus $50 off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • July 21 · 1 hr 15 min

    Episode 336 - Jake Johnson

    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 code PAPA for 20% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • July 14 · 1 hr 3 min

    Episode 335 - Joe Dombrowski

    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.monarch.com/PAPA or code PAPA Quince! Upgrade your summer kitchen. Go to Quince.com/papa for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • July 7 · 1 hr 8 min

    Episode 334 - Sheng Wang

    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 Butcher Box! As an exclusive offer, new listeners can get their choice between free ribeyes for a year, or ground beef or chicken breast for life, PLUS $20 off when you go to ButcherBox.com/papa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • June 30 · 1 hr 7 min

    Episode 333 - Oliver Cooper

    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

  • June 23 · 1 hr 6 min

    Episode 332 - Dan Mintz

    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

  • June 18 · 1 hr 5 min

    Episode 331 - Noah Galuten

    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

  • June 16 · 1 hr 2 min

    Episode 330 - Matt Rogers

    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

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