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This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with actor Jesse Tyler Ferguson! To start, Jesse thanks the beautiful New York weather, even if it’s sending mixed signals. Ego and Jesse chat through their health and wellness routines, and how Jesse takes care of himself while performing six shows a week in his off-Broadway show Tru. They also dive into their favorite food review apps, Jesse’s passion for the culinary world, and all the essentials for throwing a perfect dinner party.

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This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with actor and musician Utkarsh Ambudkar! Ego and Utkarsh talk about growing up in Baltimore, being the kid to say “I love you” first, and how that’s influenced the way Utkarsh raises his own children with honesty and bravery. They also discuss his new animated album, Too Beautiful, his work on Ghosts, and finding purpose on stage.
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This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with legendary comedy actor Will Ferrell! Ego and Will chat about their time at USC, how they each got into comedy, and their experiences on SNL. They also talk about dealing with critics, Will’s supportive parents, and how he met his wife.

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This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with writer, comedian, and actress Taylor Ortega! To start, Taylor thanks her Big Mistakes co-star, Dan Levy. Ego and Taylor chat about giving and receiving compliments, their experiences in school, and how they each handle change. They also talk about auditioning, living in LA vs. New York, and their shared love of staying in bed.
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This week on Thanks Dad, Ego sits down with actor and podcaster Bowen Yang! To start, Bowen thanks Pret a Manger for his delicious sandwich, Peacock, and 1.5x speed. Ego and Bowen chat about studying the wrong majors in college, their high school experiences, and what it’s like adjusting to life after SNL. They also reflect on Bowen’s favorite moments from his time on the show.
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