Coffee Talk (Cawfee Tawk) with Tara Cannistraci

In this episode of  Cawfee Tawk , Tara gets real about growing up Italian-American, where half the house was a museum—plastic on the couch, china nobody touched, and wine that never left the basement. That "save it for a special occasion" mentality followed her into adulthood… until life gave her a wake-up call. After losing her stepfather suddenly at just 71, Tara realized: enough waiting. Every...

On this episode of  Cawfee Tawk , I sit down with legendary psychic medium John Edward for a conversation that's equal parts heartfelt and hilarious. We dive into his Italian roots—how we pray to saints, honor our relatives, and yes… I even had to ask him the big question:  sauce or gravy?  John shares his first psychic experience and his humble perspective that you don't need a medium to believe...

On this episode of  Cawfee Tawk , Tara Cannistraci dives into one of the most iconic old school Italian superstitions: the  malocchio —the evil eye. From her grandmother pinning a red ribbon on her preschool t-shirt to ward off curses, to how she views "bad energy" as an adult, Tara blends tradition with real-life wisdom. She may not buy into every superstition, but she does believe in protecting...

In this special episode of  Cawfee Tawk ,  Tara Cannistraci  sits down with actor and musician David Faustino—forever known to fans as Bud Bundy from the groundbreaking sitcom  Married… with Children . They dive into what it was like growing up as a child star, whether he knew the show would become such an enduring pop culture icon, and how it flipped the traditional sitcom on its head. David shar...

In this heartfelt solo episode of Cawfee Tawk , comedian Tara Cannistraci opens up about growing up with her great-grandparents and the deep, old-school Italian values they instilled in her. Fiercely loyal to her roots, Tara also shares the tough decision to cut off certain toxic family members—reminding us that protecting your peace is as important as preserving tradition. She takes us back to he...

In this lively solo episode of  Cawfee Tawk , comedian Tara Cannistraci wonders—are old-school Italian Sunday dinners becoming extinct? After spontaneously inviting 20 people over (and shockingly, they  all showed up), Tara recounts the chaos, the laughter, and the joy of bringing everyone together around the table. But while she's serving up nostalgia, she's also serving some side-eye at how kids...

This week on  Cawfee Tawk , comedian Tara Cannistraci sits down with actor, singer, and songwriter  Dante Palminteri  for a hilarious and heartwarming conversation that spans generations, culture, and career paths. Dante shares what it was like growing up with  very  old-school Italian parents— both  actors—while navigating his own creative journey. From stories about his legendary father  Chazz P...

This week on Cawfee Tawk, we're putting the mic down and the heart on full blast as comedian Tara Cannistraci trades punchlines for purpose, taking us back to her days as a school counselor in the Grand Concourse section of the Bronx. Before the stages and spotlights, Tara was navigating hallways filled with big personalities and even bigger potential. She shares the story of how the kids listened...

In this heartfelt  episode of  Cawfee Tawk , comedian Tara Cannistraci gets real about  imposter syndrome —the sneaky, joy-stealing voice in our heads that tells us we don't belong, even when we do. Tara opens up about her own struggles with self-doubt as a performer, but also reminds us that  imposter syndrome doesn't just hit entertainers—it's everywhere. From the stage to the boardroom to your...

In this episode of  Cawfee Tawk , Italian-American comedian Tara Cannistraci breaks down her borough radar — because trust her, she  knows when someone's from Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island, or the Bronx the minute they walk in the room (and don't even try to fake it). Tara shows love for her hometown, the Bronx — the last borough standing strong against gentrification — and gets real about the u...

In this episode of  Cawfee Tawk , comedian Tara Cannistraci serves up laughs and real talk as she explores the Italian word  "vecchio" —aka, old. From roasting the fact that her Grandma looked like a grandma her entire life to the shocking realization that Archie Bunker was only 48 in  All in the Family  (wait, WHAT?!), Tara dives into the hilarious and humbling signs of aging. She's calling out t...

In this hilarious and heartwarming episode of  Cawfee Tawk , comedian Tara Cannistraci sits down with online fitness sensation  Body Fit by Amy —aka the  Jeff Bezos of online workouts —to talk all things fitness, food, and finding your people. From starting in her garage to building a massive online fitness empire, Amy shares how she grew her supportive, all-levels-welcome community. Tara and Amy...

Pull up a chair and pour yourself a hot cawfee—this week, Bronx's own Tara Cannistraci welcomes Staten Island's rising comedy star  Nicky Paris  for a no-holds-barred tawk about life, laughs, and lasagna. These two Italian-American firecrackers dive deep into their borough upbringings, and how agida is a term they are bringing to Los Angeles. Nicky confesses his  sacrilegious  obsession with chain...

In this episode of  Cawfee Tawk , comedian Tara Cannistraci sits down with the hilarious and unfiltered Eleanor Kerrigan for a deep dive into their East Coast roots, big families, and even bigger personalities. These two comedians bond over the shared chaos of growing up in tight-knit neighborhoods where everyone's family is in your business—and even bailing you out of jail. Eleanor dishes on what...

In this deeply personal solo episode of  Cawfee Tawk , comedian and Bronx native Tara Cannistraci gets real about the one thing we all struggle with— change . Whether you're 18 or 80, change is hard, and Tara opens up about her own journey of navigating it at every stage of her life. From having her  first truly safe home at age 29  to grappling with major life transitions, Tara shares honest refl...

On this episode of  Cawfee Tawk , Tara Cannistraci sits down with the hilariously unfiltered Brittany Schmitt—and let's just say, their first meeting didn't exactly go as planned. (Spoiler: Brittany thought Tara was just a fan, and in an interracial relationship with Craig Robinson. Awkward much?) The two dive into the darkest corners of Brittany's comedy. With material rooted in real-life pain—li...

This week on  Cawfee Tawk , Tara dives into one of her favorite Italian-American slang words:  "chiacchierone"  – a.k.a. a  big talker !  From growing up in NYC to her public school report cards that  always  said "Needs Improvement in Self-Control," Tara shares hilarious stories of being  that kid  who just couldn't keep quiet. If you've ever been told you talk too much — or if you know a proud c...

On this week's 𝑪𝒂𝒘𝒇𝒆𝒆 𝑻𝒂𝒘𝒌 𝒘/ 𝑻𝒂𝒓𝒂 𝑪𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒊 Tara sat down with Paul Costabile, host, comedian & interviewer extrodinaire. They got nostalgic about their  Italian American East Coast roots, how parenting has changed with the next generation and when to turn on and OFF the 𝑰𝒕𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒂𝒏𝒊𝒔𝒎. How do we keep our old school values with the new school way of doing things? Tara keeps it as always refreshingl...

On this heartfelt episode of Cawfee Tawk , Tara Cannistraci opens up about a different kind of breakup, one that might surprise you! As she sips wine instead of coffee, Tara gets real about her changing relationship with New York City. From Bronx- born pride to eye- opening travels across the country, she's grappling with a question many of us have faced: is home still where the heart is? Tara sha...

On this episode of Cawfee Tawk , Tara Cannistraci sits down with the hilarious and whip-smart Renée Percy for a comedy catch-up that spans Vegas stages, Canadian roots, and the wild ride of showbiz. The two first met at the legendary Dirty at 12:30 show, where Tara knew immediately legs in the air or not, Renée was her kind of funny! From growing up in Toronto to earning laughs in L.A., Renée shar...

In this episode of Cawfee Tawk with Tara Cannistraci, Tara discusses her fear and anxiety around telling certain jokes and even entertaining and interviewing certain guests on this podcast. Tara talks about her deep desire for a connection with her audience and her feelings about canceling cancer culture. She also speaks from the heart on telling her audience about her past experience as a school...

This week on Cawfee Tawk , Tara sits down with reality TV icon Farrah Abraham for an unfiltered conversation you won't want to miss. From her unforgettable days on MTV to navigating life as a single mom, Farrah opens up about the challenges she's faced including overcoming homelessness and the strength it took to keep going. She also reveals something you might not know—she's part Italian! Farrah...

In a heartfelt and funny episode, Tara opens up about her late grandmother Rose, her sharp wit, bold opinions, and the heartbreaking realities of watching a loved one battle dementia. From wild one-liners about Tara's love life to tender hospital memories, Tara reflects on the complexity of caretaking, grief, and finding laughter in the hardest moments. If you've ever loved someone through memory...

This week on Cawfee Tawk, Tara's fresh from the movie theater (yes, a real theater!) after catching The Alto Knights starring the incredible Kathrine Narducci. The film dives into the lives of Frank Costello and Vito Genovese, and it's got Tara thinking: about loyalty, nostalgia, history, and yes... Italian slang. Words like Morte Di Fame hit differently when you hear them in context. And Tara sha...

A Thousand Years is NOW a children's book! 📚🤍 On this week's episode of Cawfee Talk w/ Tara Cannistraci I sat down with singer/songwriter and fellow paisana Christina Perri   Christina spoke about evolving as a woman and artist and has taken all of us fans on her journey. We tawked growing up as East Coast Italians, how there is no such thing as balance and with all her accolades Christina shine...