Episodes

  • Sleep Eating, Mets Food Fails, & NYCs best Italian Food w Comedian Chris Scopo
    May 2 2025

    🎙️ Diet Starts Tomorrow: Comedian Chris Scopo on Sleep Eating, NYC Food, and Italian Holiday Feasts

    This week on Diet Starts Tomorrow, we’re serving up a hot plate of laughs with stand-up comedian Chris Scopo — and trust us, this one’s a feast. 🍝🍕

    Chris gets real about sleep eating, growing up an OG Mets fan, and why the food at Shea Stadium was a disaster compared to the next-level eats at Citi Field. We dive into all things NYC Italian food, from the city's best red sauce joints to why Christmas Eve is basically Italian Thanksgiving. Plus, Chris drops a hot take: Lemon Ice King of Corona is the GOAT. 🍋👑

    We also get into the wild world of stand-up comedy, why Indians are scared of dogs (yes, we went there), and the comfort foods that keep us going.

    If you love food, comedy, and New York City culture, this episode is like comfort food for your ears. Hit play, laugh loud, and maybe grab a slice (or two). 🍕

    👉 Don’t forget to follow and leave a review if you love food talk and funny people!

    Keywords: Chris Scopo, Diet Starts Tomorrow podcast, NYC food podcast, Italian food NYC, sleep eating, Mets fans, Citi Field food, Lemon Ice King Corona, stand-up comedy, best NYC comedians, Christmas Eve Italian, funny food podcast

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    Mahesh Kotagi will be on tour for 2025 so go over to IG and sign up for the email list in bio!

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    38 mins
  • Cheese Puffs, BBQ, & a Knife Fight! with Dominic Leonelli!
    Apr 22 2025

    🎙️ This Week’s Diet Starts Tomorrow welcomes comedian and actor Dominic Leonelli for an unforgettable episode packed with wild stories, big laughs, and a little chaos. From nearly getting stabbed during a stand-up show, to crushing an entire Costco tin of cheese puffs, Dominic shares his unfiltered takes on life, food, and the grind of comedy. He dives into his Ohio upbringing, gives his hot take on the best BBQ in Ohio, and reveals where to eat well on a budget in New York City. Hosted by Mahesh Kotagi, this episode is equal parts hilarious and real—perfect for comedy fans, food lovers, and anyone who appreciates a wild ride through the world of stand-up. 🔥 Topics Covered: That time Dominic almost got stabbed at a show His love/hate relationship with Costco snacks Growing up in Youngstown, Ohio Hidden gem BBQ spots in the Midwest Best cheap eats in NYC The hustle of being a touring comedian 📍 Whether you're here for the laughs, the food talk, or the behind-the-scenes of comedy life, this one’s for you. 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share if you enjoy the episode! #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy #DominicLeonelli #MaheshKotagi #FoodPodcast #NYCFoodie #OhioBBQ #CostcoSnacks #ComediansOfInstagram #CheapEatsNYC

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    Mahesh Kotagi will be on tour for 2025 so go over to IG and sign up for the email list in bio!

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    34 mins
  • Adam Mamawala on Food Obsessions, Embarrassing Uber Eats Orders & Touring with Dane Cook
    Apr 15 2025

    In this hilarious episode of Diet Starts Tomorrow, host Mahesh Kotagi sits down with comedian Adam Mamawala to delve into their shared experiences with food obsessions, recount amusing Uber Eats mishaps, and discuss the challenges of maintaining fitness while touring with comedy legend Dane Cook. They also explore their journeys in stand-up comedy, offering listeners an inside look at the life on the road.

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    Mahesh Kotagi will be on tour for 2025 so go over to IG and sign up for the email list in bio!

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    47 mins
  • Cruise Ship Buffets! with Mike Albanese!
    Apr 8 2025

    Mike and I are hanging out again talking about Mikes recent bachelor party cruise, disgusting food habits, and why sometimes you gotta make your own sauce!

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    Mahesh Kotagi will be on tour for 2025 so go over to IG and sign up for the email list in bio!

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    28 mins
  • NYC Street Food Problems with Raj Belani!
    Apr 1 2025

    This week Raj Belani joins us to talk all things NY street food, how Halal carts are the only place to name sauces after what they look like, and Mahesh tells a tale of getting food poisoning on an NJ Transit train 30 seconds before his stop.



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    Mahesh Kotagi will be on tour for 2025 so go over to IG and sign up for the email list in bio!

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    30 mins
  • Atlanta has the BEST food! with Mike Albanese!
    Mar 24 2025

    Welcome back to Diet Starts Tomorrow!

    Today our buddy comedian and producer Mike Albanese @bigmanmike joins us to talk all things food! We talk about soup, food in Atlanta, and rank the best grocery stores, and why HEB is the best!!!

    We also try to find the absolute best TEX MEX in NYC!!!


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    Mahesh Kotagi will be on tour for 2025 so go over to IG and sign up for the email list in bio!

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    30 mins
  • Prison Tacos! w Shaunak Godkhindi!
    Mar 18 2025

    Welcome back to Diet Starts Tomorrow!

    Today we have Shaunak Godkhindi to discuss growing up in Atlanta, his favorite dipping sauces, prison tacos, and why the best food you gotta buy at a hidden counter at a grocery store!

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    Mahesh Kotagi will be on tour for 2025 so go over to IG and sign up for the email list in bio!

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    40 mins
  • Comedy, Politics, and Food: Corinne Fisher Talks NYC Mayor Run & Her Favorite Eats
    Mar 11 2025

    This week NYC Mayoral Candidate and fellow comedian Corinne Fisher joins us! We chat her experiences in NYC and her campaign and all of her favorite food spots in NYC!


    To learn more about Corinne's campaign visit and follow @corinnefisherformayor on IG

    Known for her sharp wit and unapologetic humor, Corinne is stepping into the political arena, and we dive deep into what motivated her to run for mayor and how comedy can shake up politics. Of course, no conversation would be complete without discussing food, and Corinne shares her favorite NYC spots, food experiences, and what makes the city's food scene so special.

    Join us for an engaging conversation that blends laughter, politics, and all things food – you won't want to miss this one!

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    #CorinneFisher #NYC #dietstartstomorrowpodcast

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    Mahesh Kotagi will be on tour for 2025 so go over to IG and sign up for the email list in bio!

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    40 mins
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