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Breaking Bread with Tom Papa

536 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 499 ratings

Comedian and bread baker, Tom Papa, is the perfect host, inviting guests to join him

for an hour of eating, drinking and enjoying life. Listeners are invited to take a seat

at the table as Tom and his guests celebrate the true meaning of breaking bread with

insightful, revealing and always funny conversations.



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Episodes

Barbara Corcoran Turned $1000 into a Billion Dollar Business | Breaking Bread with Tom Papa #202

April 09, 2024 06:11 - 1 hour - 72.9 MB

Tom Papa talks with Barbara Corcoran about her extraordinary journey from a humble beginning to becoming a real estate mogul. They delve into Barbara's early life challenges, her transition into the real estate industry with just a $1,000 loan, and how she navigated her way through the ups and downs to build a successful business. Barbara shares insights into the importance of resilience, the power of believing in oneself, and the significant role that luck and timing played in her career. T...

Beth Stelling: From Minimum Wage Barista to Netflix Specials | Breaking Bread with Tom Papa #201

April 02, 2024 03:30 - 1 hour - 84.3 MB

Tom Papa sits down with Beth Stelling to explore the nuances of comedy, from early influences and defining moments in their careers to the intricate process of crafting a joke. They delve into Beth's journey in the comedy scene, her approach to stand-up, and her reflections on the evolution of her comedic voice. The conversation offers a deep dive into the challenges and triumphs of a life dedicated to making people laugh.   -----------------------------------------------------------------...

Dulcé Sloan on The Daily Show & Dating Liars | Breaking Bread with Tom Papa #200

March 26, 2024 04:04 - 1 hour - 69.8 MB

Dulcé shares insights into the complexities of navigating spaces as a black woman, her experiences with racism from a young age, and the importance of asserting oneself. She also discusses her creative process, her work on "The Daily Show," and the nuances of comedy and representation. Highlighting her new book, "Hello, Friends! – Stories of Dating, Destiny, and Day Jobs." -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------About DulcéDulcé Sloan, known for h...

David Cross on Arrested Development, Parenting, & Loving NYC | Breaking Bread with Tom Papa #199

March 19, 2024 18:15 - 1 hour - 67.1 MB

David Cross discusses making birria, David’s Podcast "Senses Working Overtime", the good, bad and the ugly of "Arrested Development," the possibility of David's kid being in showbusiness, David’s new special "Worst Daddy In The World", loving his NYC life, and his standup strategy going forward.   ***Thanks to our sponsor FactorMeals.com! FactorMeals.com is offering 50% off with the code PAPA50. Go to FactorMeals.com/PAPA50***   -----------------------------------------------------------...

Mike O'Malley started standup with Tom & created Extended Family | Breaking Bread with Tom Papa #198

March 12, 2024 04:21 - 1 hour - 76.5 MB

Tom reconnects with his old friend Mike, delving into their shared history in the comedy scene and how their careers have evolved over time. They reminisce about the early days, the camaraderie that supported their growth, and the pivotal moments that shaped their journey in comedy and show business. As they discuss Mike's venture into acting and content creation, the conversation reveals insights into the challenges and triumphs of adapting to the evolving landscape of entertainment, unders...

Donnell Rawlings on Dave Chappelle Producing His New Special | Breaking Bread with Tom Papa #197

March 05, 2024 06:08 - 1 hour - 62.8 MB

Tom and Kira engage in a candid and humorous conversation with guest Donnell Rawlings. They kick off with playful banter about Tom's bread-baking endeavors, leading into discussions on a variety of topics including the intricacies of comedy, personal growth, and the nuances of navigating the entertainment industry. Donnell shares insights from his journey in stand-up comedy, touching upon his new special, the impact of historical context on comedic content, and reflections on fatherhood and ...

Moshe Kasher on Fatherhood, Burning Man, Judaism, & Magic Energy

February 27, 2024 08:51 - 1 hour - 76.6 MB

Tom Papa and Moshe Kasher discuss Moshe's poignant journey while writing about his daughter in his book. Moshe then takes us through his time in AA, and he reflects on his unique upbringing in all-black Oakland, questioning the effectiveness of his therapy and his fascination with history's subjective truths. T The conversation then shifts to Moshe's love for people, the energy of crowds, and his experiences at Burning Man. They explore the magical moments life offers, like surfing, and ci...

Death, Passwords, & Raising Kids | Breaking Bread with Tom Papa #195

February 20, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MB

Thanks to our sponsor Nuts.com! Right now, Nuts.com is offering new customers a free gift with purchase and free shipping on orders of $29 or more at Nuts.com/PAPA.    Tom and Kira kick off this week’s episode by discussing the nuances of saying people's names, spotlighting Kumail Nanjiani. Kira shares a poignant yet amusing story about a sad dream, weaving in her fantasy of faking a gig and the comfort found in coffees. The conversation takes a deeper turn into themes of death and the dig...

Is Kira Soltanovich a gypsy, a witch, or a sorcerer? | Breaking Bread with Tom Papa #194

February 13, 2024 07:08 - 1 hour - 61.5 MB

Tom and Kira chat about Kira’s vomiting from sublingual vitamins. Kira calls out Tom for witch-hating. Tom shares some hot fitness news and Kira tries wall sits. Kira talks about her new Krav Maga class. Tom explains how he never gets full. Tom and Kira talk about the Laugh Factory and comedians, and Kira tells a Keith Robinson story. Tom and Kira talk about comedians like Dave Chappelle aging and the popularity of comedians like Matt Rife. Tom discusses his hosting of the Pollstar Awards & ...

Ryan Hamilton Avoids Sugar & Finds Happiness On the Lonely Road | Breaking Bread with Tom Papa #193

February 06, 2024 16:33 - 1 hour - 65.9 MB

Tom and Ryan take a deep dive into the intricacies of a comedian's life, including the challenges of maintaining a healthy lifestyle amidst the demands of touring. The conversation touches on dietary choices, the impact of certain foods on mood and performance, and the struggle to find balance in a constantly moving career.They also explore the peculiarities of travel and performance schedules, shedding light on the personal sacrifices and adjustments comedians make to deliver their best on ...

Episode 192 - Should Dogs Be Using the Airplane Bathroom?

January 30, 2024 07:31 - 1 hour - 68.5 MB

Tom sat next to a farty French Bulldog on a bathroom and they witness the cranky owner take the dog to use the airplane bathroom. This leads to the debate of what makes a “dog person” and how many people are OK with getting kissed on the lips by a dog Tom and Kira also discuss their recent cooking endeavors, including making challah and gluten-free lasagna. Kira recounts the chaos of volunteering at her child's school and how being in charge of a 'rock star cart', where students exchange ear...

Episode 191 - Kyle Kinane

January 23, 2024 06:15 - 1 hour - 81.8 MB

Kyle Kinane On Leaving LA for the Oregon Woods and His Recent Return.   Today’s guest is Kyle Kinane, who has a brand new special coming out soon called "Dirt Nap." But first, Tom recounts to Kira his recent travel experiences with Joey and Paul Morrissey, including the challenges of navigating bad weather and flight changes. Tom and Kira interview Kyle Kinane about his life, career, and his latest special, "Dirt Nap." Kinane shares insights into his creative process, personal anecdotes, ...

Episode 190 - Brad Williams

January 16, 2024 09:46 - 1 hour - 70.5 MB

The hilarious Brad Williams joins the table as the first guest of the new year!    Thank you to the good people at Factor Meals! Factor’s delicious ready to eat meal delivery takes the stress out of meal planning. Head to https://www.factormeals.com/papa50 and use code ‘Papa50’ to get 50% off.   

Episode 189 - Papa Trattoria is Coming to Life

January 09, 2024 08:01 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MB

We talk Golden Globes, the Boeing plane, and break in the new studio.

Episode 188 - New Year Same Us

January 04, 2024 22:44 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MB

Breaking Bread for the new year. 

Episode 187 - Merry Christmas, One and All!

December 26, 2023 03:40 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MB

Christmas is all about making memories.    Thank you to our sponsor Wild Grain! Any combination of breads, pastas and pastries shipped to you, plus $30 off the first box and free croissants when you go to https://www/wildgrain.com/papa. 

Episode 186 - Tommy DeVito Fever

December 19, 2023 06:59 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MB

Tommy Papa - The Original Tommy DeVito. 

Episode 185 - Extra Family at the Table

December 12, 2023 02:07 - 1 hour - 57.1 MB

Hannukah Hack!  Thank you to our sponsor TodayTix! The best value on tickets to Broadway and beyond. Take $20 off your first purchase at https://www.todaytix.com/papa and use the code 'PAPA.' And thanks to our sponsor Nuts.com! Right now, Nuts.com is offering new customers a free gift with purchase and free shipping on orders of $29 or more at https://www.Nuts.com/PAPA.

Episode 184 - Matt Wilpers

December 05, 2023 07:47 - 1 hour - 83.2 MB

Without Superstar Peloton Instructor Matt Wilpers Tom is Fat.

Episode 183 - It's Family Time!

November 28, 2023 06:44 - 1 hour - 60.9 MB

Home for the sleepless holidays.   Thank you to our sponsor Wild Grain! Get $30 off the first box plus free croissants in every box at https://www.wildgrain.com/papa or use the promo code 'PAPA' at checkout.

Episode 182 - Thanksgiving Vibes!

November 21, 2023 06:03 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MB

We love you all.  Thanks to our sponsor Nuts.com! Right now, Nuts.com is offering new customers a free gift with purchase and free shipping on orders of $29 or more at https://www.Nuts.com/PAPA.  

Episode 181 - Mike Finoia

November 14, 2023 07:49 - 1 hour - 73.6 MB

Hide your butts. Mike Finoia is here and he has a new special! Watch it here: (13) Mike Finoia | Don't Let Me Down (Full Comedy Special) - YouTube   Thank you to our sponsor TodayTix! The best value on tickets to Broadway and beyond. Take $20 off your first purchase at https://www.todaytix.com/papa and use the code 'PAPA.'

Episode 180 - Breaking More than Bread

November 07, 2023 06:22 - 1 hour - 59.3 MB

The opinions of Kira are her own, and not endorsed by Breaking Bread.    Thank you to our sponsor Wild Grain! Any combination of breads, pastas and pastries shipped to you, plus $30 off the first box and free croissants when you go to https://www/wildgrain.com/papa. 

Episode 179 - the new Dave Hill Book Is Here! And he brought it to the pod

October 31, 2023 19:04 - 1 hour - 63.3 MB

For the love of grown up things!    Thanks to our sponsor Nuts.com! Right now, Nuts.com is offering new customers a free gift with purchase and free shipping on orders of $29 or more at Nuts.com/PAPA. 

Episode 178 - "Can I Papa?"

October 24, 2023 04:08 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MB

Next round is on me. Formerly titled 'Colorado.' Thank you to our sponsor Caldera + Lab! Get 20% off top tier skin products at https://www.calderalab.com/papa

Episode 177 - Scary Mom

October 17, 2023 04:50 - 57 minutes - 52.3 MB

How to scare the children.    Thank you to our sponsor TodayTix! TodayTix is the place for you to discover, explore and engage with the best shows, arts and cultural entertainment your city has to offer. Go to https://www.tix.com/papa and use the promo code 'PAPA' to get $20 off your first purchase.

Episode 176 - Anthony Giglio #3

October 10, 2023 03:36 - 1 hour - 62.6 MB

Two husky Italians sit down for a podcast.    Thanks to our sponsor Nuts.com! Right now, Nuts.com is offering new customers a free gift with purchase and free shipping on orders of $29 or more at Nuts.com/PAPA. 

Episode 175 - Strange Beds

October 03, 2023 03:43 - 1 hour - 55 MB

We're only as old as we make other believe.    Thank you to our sponsor Hexclad! For a limited time only our listeners get 10% off at https://www.hexclad.com/papa on amazing pans and other kitchen accessories. 

Episode 174 - Gary Gulman

September 26, 2023 06:23 - 1 hour - 81 MB

Gary Gulman has always been a great comedian and now he's written a great book - Misfit, Growing Up Awkward in the 80s - that he shares with us.    Thank you to our sponsor Green Chef! Green Chef is your one stop shop for nutritious, grab&go breakfasts, lunch kits and more. Go to https://www.greenchef.com/60papa and use code 60PAPA for 60% off and free shipping.

Episode 173 - Jesse Joyce

September 19, 2023 03:12 - 1 hour - 72.8 MB

When Jesse Joyce isn't writing for TV he's writing the funniest historic fiction I've ever read. Get 'Killing the Guys Who Killed the Guy Who Killed Lincoln' on Scribd, at https://try.scribd.com/jessejoyce/   Thank you to our sponsor Nuts.com! Right now, Nuts.com is offering new customers a free gift with purchase and free shipping on orders of $29 or more at Nuts.com/PAPA. 

Episode 172 - Giant Spiders and Tangled Families

September 12, 2023 03:49 - 1 hour - 60 MB

Mr. Papa meets Mr. Rogers.    Thank you to our sponsor Caldera + Lab! Get 20% off top tier skin products at https://www.calderalab.com/papa

Episode 171 - Kira Brings Out Some Voodoo

September 05, 2023 06:25 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MB

Kira helps out Tom with some voodoo.    Thank you to our sponsor AG1! Get a free one year supply of vitamin D and free AG1 travel packs with your first purchase at https://www.drinkag1.com/papa

Episode 170 - Hurricanes and Bone Broth

August 29, 2023 02:28 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MB

We find Comfort Food during the Hurriquake!   Thank you to our sponsors! Green Chef is your one stop shop for nutritious, grab&go breakfasts, lunch kits and more. Go to https://www.greenchef.com/60papa and use code 60PAPA for 60% off and free shipping. And thanks to our sponsor Nuts.com! Right now, Nuts.com is offering new customers a free gift with purchase and free shipping on orders of $29 or more at https://www.Nuts.com/PAPA. 

Episode 169 - Alisha Wainwright

August 22, 2023 07:29 - 1 hour - 87.8 MB

We know Alisha Wainwright is a great actor but it's the baking that makes her a star on Breaking Bread.   Thank you to our sponsor Caldera + Lab! Get 20% off top tier skin products at https://www.calderalab.com/papa

Episode 168 - Fat Dad on a Horse

August 15, 2023 05:41 - 1 hour - 55.5 MB

Does coffee go with EVERYTHING?   Thank you to our sponsor AG1! Get a free one year supply of vitamin D and free AG1 travel packs with your first purchase at https://www.drinkag1.com/papa

Episode 167 - Kira Soltanovich is Back and She Refuses to Leave

August 08, 2023 05:42 - 1 hour - 62.2 MB

Kira Soltanovich loves Killer Whales but hates Bread!   Thanks to our sponsor Nuts.com! Right now, Nuts.com is offering new customers a free gift with purchase and free shipping on orders of $29 or more at https://www.Nuts.com/PAPA. 

Episode 166 - Paul Morrissey Returns!

August 01, 2023 06:46 - 1 hour - 75.4 MB

Comedian Paul Morrissey returns and he still has never eaten an egg.    Thank you to our sponsor AG1! Take ownership of your health at https://www.drinkag1.com/papa for a free one year supply of vitamin D and five AG1 travel packs. 

Episode 165 - Lara Beitz Returns!

July 25, 2023 04:25 - 1 hour - 81.9 MB

Lara Beitz always makes me laugh and in this episode she'll do the same to you. Thank you to our sponsor Caldera Lab! Get 20% off top tier skin products at https://www.calderalab.com/papa

Episode 164 - Erin Foley

July 18, 2023 17:08 - 1 hour - 73.1 MB

Despite her mom's cooking Erin Foley grew into a hilarious comedian, writer and the ultimate women's sports advocate.  Thank you to our sponsor Green Chef! Get meals that work for you and not the other way around. Get 50% off at https://www.greenchef.com/papa50 and use the code 'PAPA50'

Episode 163 - Sam Anderson

July 11, 2023 07:20 - 1 hour - 75.9 MB

Sam Anderson, Producer of 'Crooked City: The Emerald Triangle Podcast' shares tales of weed, murder and good Jersey eats. 

Episode 162 - Jay Leno

July 04, 2023 05:09 - 1 hour - 73.7 MB

Jay Leno comes back to the safety of comedy - no helmet required!    Thanks to our sponsor Nuts.com! Right now, Nuts.com is offering new customers a free gift with purchase and free shipping on orders of $29 or more at https://www.Nuts.com/PAPA. 

Episode 161 - Ali Macofsky Returns

June 27, 2023 03:44 - 1 hour - 66.6 MB

The always funny Ali Macofsky is back and she's eating all the bread.

Episode 160 - Kira Soltanovich #6

June 20, 2023 06:25 - 1 hour - 66.5 MB

Kira Soltanovich is back! And doesn't get bread!

Episode 159 - Jay Larson

June 13, 2023 06:34 - 1 hour - 72.7 MB

Jay Larson joins the table and he brought his own bread...sort of.

Episode 158 - Mike Vecchione

June 06, 2023 06:43 - 1 hour - 64.2 MB

What are you, an idiot?

Episode 157 - Emma Lovewell

May 30, 2023 07:00 - 59 minutes - 54.1 MB

One of my Peloton heroes Emma Lovewell climbs off the bike and joins me at the table to talk about her new book 'Live, Love, Well.'   

Episode 156 - Tom Papa - our host is our guest and he has a new book!

May 23, 2023 05:02 - 1 hour - 57.4 MB

Our guest this week is Tom Papa talking about his latest book 'We're All in This Together...So Make Some Room.'    Pre-order here: We're All in This Together . . .: So Make Some Room by Tom Papa, Hardcover | Barnes & Noble® (barnesandnoble.com)    

Episode 155 - Harland Williams

May 16, 2023 10:25 - 1 hour - 70.5 MB

Harland Williams is not only funny but he grew up eating funny things.

Episode 154 - Dan Ahdoot

May 09, 2023 04:47 - 1 hour - 67.9 MB

If you love comedy and food as much as I do get Dan Ahdoot's new book 'Undercooked!' Listen and we'll tell you why. 

Episode 153 - Chris Porter

May 02, 2023 06:15 - 1 hour - 70.9 MB

The very funny Chris Porter has a new special on YouTube 'There's No Money in Babies' but man he hates vegetables. 

Guests

Jim Norton
2 Episodes
Alonzo Bodden
1 Episode
Ari Shaffir
1 Episode
bert kreischer
1 Episode
Bert Kreischer
1 Episode
Bobby Lee
1 Episode
Dana Gould
1 Episode
David Koechner
1 Episode
Eddie Pepitone
1 Episode
Jeff Garlin
1 Episode
Jerry Seinfeld
1 Episode
Jim Gaffigan
1 Episode
Jonah Ray
1 Episode
Mark Twain
1 Episode
Weird Al Yankovic
1 Episode

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