Breaking Bread with Tom Papa
Comedy
About
Comedian Tom Papa mixes comedy and carbs for hilarious and revealing conversations with a wide range of talented guests. Served fresh weekly.
Episodes
- Episode 323 - Fumi Abe
Fumi Abe and Tom Papa discuss crowd work, AI, and the life of a comic. They share insights into the experiences and challenges of comedians.
- Episode 322 - Orlando Leyba
Orlando Leyba is a guest on this episode of Breaking Bread with Tom Papa. They talk about food, fun, LA, and Miami.
- Episode 321 - Dan Docimo
Dan Docimo joins Tom Papa to discuss comedy writing, humor in school, and Catholicism. They share their perspectives on these topics.
- Episode 320 - Lisa Ann Walter
Lisa Ann Walter is featured on this episode of Breaking Bread with Tom Papa. She and Tom Papa talk about Italian food, performing for the Mob, and comedy.
- Episode 319 - Kyle Mooney
In this episode, Tom Papa and Kyle Mooney discuss working out, the Land o' Lakes lady, and the artist's trajectory. They also mention sponsors IQ Bar and Quince.
- Episode 318 - Paul Morrissey
Paul Morrissey joins Tom Papa on Breaking Bread. They discuss the show's early development, touring experiences, and Morrissey's cooking mishaps. This episode is presented with support from Butcher Box, Monarch, and IQ Bar.
- Episode 317 - Joel Kim Booster
Joel Kim Booster joins Tom Papa to discuss comedy, a possible TV show reboot, and the perception of being attractive. They also talk about corporate comedy.
- Episode 316 - Bobby Moynihan
Bobby Moynihan is a guest on this episode of Breaking Bread with Tom Papa. They discuss standup, raising daughters, and cigarettes.
- Episode 315 - Annabelle Gurwitch
Tom Papa and Annabelle Gurwitch discuss a range of topics in this episode. It is a detailed discussion for listeners to enjoy.
- Episode 314 - Nick Swardson
Comedian Nick Swardson joins Tom Papa on Breaking Bread to discuss ghosts and other topics.
- Episode 313 - Aaron Chen
Comedian Aaron Chen joins host Tom Papa on this episode of Breaking Bread to discuss his travels around the world.
- Episode 312 - Phil Rosenthal
Phil Rosenthal joins Tom Papa to discuss his mother, the search for the perfect cookie, and the appeal of diners.
- Episode 311 - Kenan Thompson
Kenan Thompson joins Tom Papa to discuss his background in comedy, his experiences on SNL, and life in New York City.
- Episode 310 - Rob Riggle Extended Episode!
This extended, ad-free version of the Rob Riggle episode of Breaking Bread with Tom Papa is provided as an apology for an audio issue in the original release. Additional extended episodes are available on the show's Patreon.
- Episode 309 - Rob Riggle
Tom Papa welcomes Rob Riggle to the show to discuss his time on SNL, his experiences regarding 9/11, and his new book.
- Episode 308 - Craig Ferguson
Craig Ferguson returns to Breaking Bread with Tom Papa. The two discuss food and fun in this episode of the show.
- Episode 307 - Laura Benanti
Broadway legend Laura Benanti joins host Tom Papa on this episode of Breaking Bread. They discuss her experiences living in New York and LA, alongside topics of family, food, and fun.
- 305 - Kevin Nealon
Comedian Kevin Nealon joins Tom Papa on this episode of Breaking Bread to discuss love, life, and comedy.
- Episode 304 - Will Sasso
Comedian Will Sasso joins Tom Papa to discuss food, comedy, and wrestling on this episode of Breaking Bread.
- Episode 303 - Jenny Zigrino
Comedian Jenny Zigrino joins Tom Papa on this episode of Breaking Bread to discuss topics including comedy and death.
- Episode 302 - Andy Richter
Guest Andy Richter joins host Tom Papa to discuss food, fun, and friends on this episode of Breaking Bread with Tom Papa.
- Episode 301 - Mo Amer
Mo Amer is the guest on this episode of Breaking Bread with Tom Papa.
- Episode 300 - Jim Norton
In the 300th episode of Breaking Bread with Tom Papa, comedian Jim Norton joins the host as a guest to celebrate the milestone.
- Episode 299 - Kathleen Madigan
Kathleen Madigan joins Tom Papa to discuss topics including drunk neighbors, Waymos, and Nashville.
- Episode 298 - Aparna Nancherla
Aparna Nancherla joins Tom Papa on Breaking Bread to discuss the challenges of life, sources of personal joy, and foods from their youth. They also talk about Nancherla's new comedy special, Hopeful Potato.
- Episode 297 - Connie Britton
Connie Britton joins Tom Papa to discuss their shared history in New York, their friendship, career experiences in the entertainment industry, and parenting.
- Episode 296 - Jon Lovett
Jon Lovett joins Tom Papa on this episode of Breaking Bread to discuss politics, superheroes, and the craft of comedy.
- Episode 295 - Ian Edwards
Comedian Ian Edwards joins Tom Papa to discuss the evolution of comedy, airplane etiquette, and Jamaican houses.
- Thanksgiving Surprise! - Zoltan Kaszas
In this Thanksgiving episode of Breaking Bread with Tom Papa, comedian Zoltan Kaszas joins the table to talk about food, fun, and fantasy.
- Episode 294 - Jim Gaffigan
Jim Gaffigan joins Tom Papa on this episode to discuss his comedy process, his latest YouTube special, and provide life advice.
- Episode 293 - Patton Oswalt
Patton Oswalt joins Tom Papa on Breaking Bread to discuss industry expectations, comedy in the social media era, and film trivia.
- Episode 292 - Paul Feig
Paul Feig joins Tom Papa to discuss his personal style, his martini preferences, and his upcoming film, The Housemaid.
- Episode 291 - Judd Apatow
Judd Apatow joins host Tom Papa to discuss his new book, his long-standing career in comedy, and navigating experiences with network executives.
- Episode 290 - Iliza Shlesinger
Iliza Shlesinger visits Tom Papa on Breaking Bread to discuss her experiences with touring, creating art, and her decision to stop offering complimentary tickets to friends and family. The two also sample sourdough bread together.
- Episode 289 - Dan Soder
Comedian Dan Soder joins Tom Papa to discuss his experiences living above a subway, contracting COVID-19 in Canada, and his thoughts on Howard Stern.
- Episode 288 - Tig Notaro
Comedian Tig Notaro joins Tom Papa on this episode of Breaking Bread to discuss topics ranging from her appearance to her baseball knowledge and her family life.
- Episode 287 - Tara Punzone
Chef Tara Punzone joins host Tom Papa on this episode of Breaking Bread to discuss Italian cuisine.
- Episode 286 - Jim Jefferies
Comedian Jim Jefferies joins Tom Papa on Breaking Bread to discuss topics including comedy specials, the art of crafting jokes, his impressions, and his life in Australia. They also cover career experiences, personal stories, and thoughts…
- Episode 285 - Alex Edelman
Comedian Alex Edelman joins Tom Papa to discuss his comedy career, his work on The Paper, and personal experiences including the loss of a close friend. They also cover topics such as pottery, travel, and navigating current world events.
- Episode 284 - Nick Stoller
Filmmaker Nick Stoller joins Tom Papa on Breaking Bread to discuss his passion for baking, his comedy career, and his show PLATONIC. They explore his creative process, experiences in the industry, and his interest in bread making.
- Episode 283 - Tim Heidecker
Tim Heidecker joins Tom Papa on Breaking Bread to discuss his transition to wearing transitional lenses, the connection between wine and storytelling, and comedy. They also explore whether stoner content requires the creator to be a stoner…
- Episode 282 - Gary Vee
In this episode of Breaking Bread with Tom Papa, guest Gary Vee joins the host to discuss parenting strategies, starting a business with limited resources, and the financial opportunities presented by the AI revolution. The conversation al…
- Episode 281 - Spike Feresten
Comedy writer Spike Feresten joins Tom Papa to discuss his career writing for Late Night with David Letterman and Seinfeld. They also cover his diverse interests, including car collecting, playing tennis, and designing watches.
- Episode 280 - Carrot Top
Comedian Carrot Top joins host Tom Papa to discuss his decades-long career in comedy and his residency in Las Vegas. He reflects on his experiences meeting iconic comedians like Buddy Hackett, Phyllis Diller, and George Carlin.
- Episode 279 - Robby Hoffman
Comedian Robby Hoffman joins Tom Papa to discuss her life journey, from growing up in a large family on welfare to working in television. The conversation also covers her views on pronouns, her career, and personal experiences.
- Episode 278 - Dusty Slay
Comedian Dusty Slay joins Tom Papa to discuss his comedy career, including his influences, life experiences, and his Netflix special "Wet Heat." Topics include growing up in a trailer park, his path into stand-up comedy, and his touring ex…
- Episode 277 - Tim Ferriss
Entrepreneur and investor Tim Ferriss joins Tom Papa on Breaking Bread to discuss topics including his diet, screen time habits, natural remedies, and personal experiences. The conversation also covers his approach to game design, managing…
- Episode 276 - Maria Bamford
Maria Bamford joins Tom Papa to discuss her experiences living in Altadena during the LA fires, the comedy business, life with pugs, and her touring career. The episode also covers topics ranging from mental health to her thoughts on carry…
- Episode 275 - Samantha Bee
Samantha Bee joins Tom Papa to discuss her tour, How To Survive Menopause, and the importance of connecting with her audience. The conversation also covers comedy, cooking, and various personal anecdotes.
- Episode 274 - Cedric The Entertainer
Cedric the Entertainer joins Tom Papa to discuss his career, including his experiences with The Kings of Comedy, his work in sitcoms, and his early years in comedy. They also touch upon his childhood, touring, and his approach to being the…