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 American food 0:11:16 Drugs & alcohol 0:12:00 Not having kids, maternal instinct 0:14:50 Dogs 0:15:53 Ronal...
Jun 26, 2025•1 hr 3 min
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 percent off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. https://www.eat...
Jun 24, 2025•1 hr 3 min
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 apply. ButcherBox is offering our listeners $20 off their first box and free protein for a year. Go to Butche...
Jun 17, 2025•1 hr 6 min
This week Michael Kosta joins us at the table! What could be better than a pro tennis player turned comedian?! Michael and Tom discuss the absurdity and beauty of living in big cities, eating trash standing up, why Butterfingers needs new publicity. Enjoy! Check out Michael Kosta’s new book: Lucky Loser and catch him on The Daily Show! For Last Bottle Wines: Use the code PAPA at checkout to get 10% off your next order. That’s lastbottlewines.com — code PAPA. Get 60% off the Magic Mind offer with...
Jun 10, 2025•1 hr 18 min
The incredibly talented Carol Leifer joins us at the table! Everything Carol touches seems to turn to gold - Seinfeld, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and now Hacks. Carol shares behind the scenes stories of writing for each of these hit shows. She also discusses why kids can absolutely not be at her stand up shows. Enjoy! Check out Carol's new book How to Write a Speech at Barnes and Noble. For a limited time, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box -...
Jun 03, 2025•1 hr 17 min
This week on Breaking Bread Mike Birbiglia joins us at the table! Two Italian comedians in one booth - what could go wrong?! Tom and Mike share old Comedy Cellar stories, discuss thoughts on the Pope, and whether or not they would feel comfortable sharing a sleeping bag. Enjoy! Check out Mike's new special The Good Life on Netflix May 27th. Thank you to Last Bottle Wines for sponsoring this episode. Use the code PAPA at checkout to get 10% off your next order. That’s lastbottlewines.com — code P...
May 27, 2025•1 hr 11 min
This week Atsuko Okatsuka joins us at the table! It's never a great sign when Ira Glass informs you that you have a story worth telling, which is exactly what happened to Atsuko. She discusses life in Japan, being kidnapped by her grandma and moving to the US. She also shares how she found out she wasn't married to her "husband." Enjoy! Check out Atsuko's upcoming special FATHER on Hulu June 13th. ------------ 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:42 Welcome and second time on podcast 0:01:43 Bread 0:03:00 Atsuko'...
May 20, 2025•1 hr 2 min
The hilarious Aaron Weber joins us at the table! Fresh off his first ever special and fresh off a flight from Nashville, Aaron sits down with Tom to discuss comedy, football, and belly buttons. Typical table talk. Enjoy! Check out Aaron Weber's special Signature Dish right here on YouTube! ----------- 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:45 Welcome and suitcases 0:02:08 Aaron's Special Signature Dish 0:04:22 Confidence and high school 0:07:18 Getting into stand up and comedy 0:12:08 Kids 0:14:10 Legendary hotdogs...
May 13, 2025•1 hr 3 min
This week Ike Barinholtz joins us at the table! He's a renaissance man! He writes, acts, AND cooks. He's so skilled, his talents rubbed off on his father who starred in Jury Duty. Tom and Ike discuss the future of Hollywood, possibly starring in a movie together, and share their favorite recipes! Enjoy! Go to WildGrain.com/PAPA for free croissants and $30 off your first box. Use promo code PAPA at checkout. Get 50% Off Your One Month Trial with Trade, at drinktrade.com/PAPA ---------------- 0:00...
May 06, 2025•1 hr 21 min
This week comedian, banjo player, and history buff Ed Helms joins us at the table! Ed and Tom discuss some of history's biggest snafu's and the fact that somehow, we always make it through. Ed also shares about some of the biggest moments in his career: The Daily Show, The Hangover, and let's face it, probably his appearance on this podcast. If you were waiting for Tom to bring up Wacky Packs in casual conversation, it's your lucky day. Enjoy! Check out Ed's new book, SNAFU: The Definitive Guide...
Apr 29, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 261
This week Keegan-Michael Key joins us at the table! Keegan and Tom take a deep dive into the history of comedy, sketch vs improv, and evergreen jokes. Don't worry they talk about other things too like: bats, aura rings, and living in trees. Enjoy! Check out Keegan's audio book, “The History of Sketch Comedy,” out now! -------------------------- 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:50 Patreon and TomPapa.com Shout Out 0:02:53 Welcome and "The History of Sketch Comedy" Book 0:06:45 Fart jokes 0:09:25 Key & Peel...
Apr 22, 2025•1 hr 20 min
This week Tim Dillon joins us at the table! Good news, he has an opinion on everything: NY vs LA, the stock market crash, Joe Rogen's influence on the election, and much more. Enjoy! Check out Tim's new Netflix special on 4/15, "I'm Your Mother". ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:32 Patreon 0:01:22 New York vs LA 0:05:33 Stock Market Crash, Tariffs, & Real Estate 0:12:15 Bread & The Bronx Breakfast 0:19:54 RFK Jr. 0:2...
Apr 15, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 259
This week Kevin Bacon joins us at the (New York) table! He reflects on the massive success he's had from Animal House to Footloose to JFK. He recalls the jump from waiting tables to being on a private jet with Liza Minnelli! Catch his latest work, The Bondsman now streaming on Prime Video. Enjoy! Go to Wildgrain.com/PAPA or use promo code PAPA to get $30 off your first box PLUS free croissants. -------------------- 0:00:00 Intro Teaser 0:01:00 Patreon 0:02:05 Wild Grain Ad 0:02:57 Welcome & ...
Apr 08, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 258
This week on Breaking Bread Seth Rogen joins us at the table! He discusses all things about his new Apple+ series, The Studio - the inspiration, finding the humor in Hollywood studio execs, and having no one to blame but himself for creating difficult filming situations. He also shares an INSANE story about filming with a real tiger and fearing death. A true comedy legend. Enjoy! The Studio is available to stream on Apple TV+ now! New episodes out every Wednesday. Subscribe to our Patreon to get...
Apr 01, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 257
This week the infamous Chelsea Handler joins us at the table. We get to break bread with Chelsea just minutes after she received the news that her new book hit NYT #1 best seller! She also shares about her new special, always knowing she'd be famous, and learning how to control her reactions. Can't get enough? Subscribe to Breaking Bread With Tom Papa's new Patreon to watch the extended episode, plus more bonus content! Chelsea Handler is a comedian, television host, six-time New York Times best...
Mar 25, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 256
This week on Breaking Bread the hilarious Retta joins us at the table! She shares about getting her start in stand up, transitioning into acting, and hosting her show on HGTV. We even get the behind the scenes scoop of some crazy houses she's filmed at. As fellow New Jerseyans Tom & Retta also bond over home cooked meals growing up. Enjoy! For a limited time, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to Wildgrain.com/PAPA to s...
Mar 18, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 250
This week on Breaking Bread, Tom is an absolute fangirl because the legendary Chris Bianco joins us in the studio. They discuss how comedy and baking both have the ability to comfort people in times of need. Chris shares about his efforts to help people during the LA fires. He even handles Tom's bread like an old grandma - but - does he give Tom his stamp of approval? We still don't know. Enjoy! Check out one of Chris Bianco's many restaurants! https://www.pizzeriabianco.com/ Visit Factormeals.c...
Mar 11, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 252
This week on Breaking Bread Harland Williams joins us in the studio. We reveal his two biggest claim to fames: starting the John Deere trend and being the king of Canada. He shares about growing up, getting sent to boarding school, and realizing he was on his own in this life. Tom and Harland also share an open dialogue about the current political climate. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 0:00:00 Intro 0:03:00 Resturants, Musso & Franks 3:...
Mar 04, 2025•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 253
This week on Breaking Bread the multi-talented Jason Alexander joins us in the studio! Tom and Jason take a deep dive into Jason’s career - from becoming a professional actor at the age of 15 to the “trifecta” - they discuss how Jason navigated it all! But the real question is - who knows Jerry Seinfeld better - Tom or Jason? Enjoy! Check out more Jason Alexander on his podcast “Really, No, Really.” and his upcoming film, The Electric State that comes out in March 14. For a limited time, Wildgra...
Feb 25, 2025•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 252
This week on Breaking Bread it's an Italian love affair - the hilarious Joe Gatto joins us! The words spumoni, cannoli, and biscotti are said often - but those are actually just the names of Joe's many dogs. These two peas in a pod talk all about their shared interests: desserts, Italian families, and comedy. They bonded so much they will soon collaborate on a short film. Tom's wife is not allowed to listen to this episode, if you're not Tom's wife, please enjoy! Check out Joe Gatto! Joe Gatto's...
Feb 18, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 249
This week on Breaking Bread Chelsea Peretti joins Tom in the studio. They discuss all things comedy: being lonely on tour, the changing Hollywood landscape, and most importantly, smoking during writer's room breaks. Chelsea also shares about her experience directing her first movie, "First Time Female Director." If we're lucky, pretty soon Chelsea will cast Tom in something. Enjoy! Catch Chelsea's directorial debut "First Time Female Director" on the Roku Channel. -------------------------------...
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 250
This week on Breaking Bread we shake things up, Earthquake joins Tom Papa for a sit down. Ever wonder Quake's take on unqualified white men? Drones? Diddy? Well, Tom gets him to tell all. Earthquake also shares how his "hands off" travel routine has led to a better life. He's currently a recurring character on three series - "The Neighborhood," "Johnson," and "Everybody Still Hates Chris." He's also preparing for his new Netflix special and a new untitled project coming to network television. En...
Feb 04, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 249
This week on Breaking Bread we sit in on a date between girlfriend & boyfriend, Leanne Morgan and Tom Papa. They talk all things romance: night sweats, pontoon boats, and men who are “tiny in their pants.” Leanne doesn’t have much time for her boyfriend between touring, writing her book “What in the World?!” and starring in the new Amazon Prime film, “You’re Cordially Invited.” In her free time, Leanne films her upcoming Netflix show with Chuck Lorre, and somehow still manages to have impost...
Jan 28, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 248
Tom and Dave break bread Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 21, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 247
Ari Shaffir gets shirtless in the studio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 14, 2025•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 246
Ronny Chieng can't wait to dig into Tom's bread -- but first he has to try Twix... 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: https://linktr.ee/tompapa/ Website - http://tompapa.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tompapa Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@tompapa Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/comediantompapa Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/tompapa #tompapa #breaking...
Jan 07, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 245
Happy holidays, Breaking Bread Family! Tom and Bert eat, drink (a lot), and be merry in this special episode of Breaking Bread. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 22, 2024•1 hr 53 min
Jim Gaffigan and Tom Papa talk touring, performing, eating, and more. Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box - PLUS a free item in every box - when you go to Wildgrain.com/PAPA ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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: https://linktr.ee/tompapa/ Website - http://tompapa.com/ ...
Dec 17, 2024•1 hr 14 min
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Dec 10, 2024•1 hr 23 min
Paul Reiser talks to Tom about his career highs and lows, family, working with your kids, and the time Johnny Carson didn't invite him to sit on the couch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 03, 2024•1 hr 13 min
