Diet Starts Tomorrow

Send us Fan Mail Stand-up comedian Shaun Murphy joins Mahesh Kotagi on Diet Starts Tomorrow to celebrate the release of his brand-new comedy special, Long Story Thin (directed by Mark Normand ).  Shaun pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like touring the country with Normand, the art of "trimming the fat" in a special, and his journey from Buffalo, NY to the New York City comedy s...

Send us Fan Mail Comedian Gianmarco Soresi joins Diet Starts Tomorrow to talk about his new stand-up special Thief of Joy — and how it hit 1 million views on YouTube in just ONE week . And all things FOOD! We get into: The strategy behind his hit stand-up special What it takes to go viral as a comedian in 2025 Growing up in Maryland His dad’s legendary homemade “Soresi Sauce” Eating sushi before i...

Send us Fan Mail Anthony DeVito joins Diet Starts Tomorrow and it’s pure chaos (and snacks). This week, Mahesh Kotagi sits down with comedian Anthony DeVito for a hilarious, food-obsessed episode where nothing is off limits — especially bad decisions. We get into: The best Chinese restaurants (and why everyone has wildly wrong opinions) Why Arby’s is actually elite and deserves respect The top gro...

Send us Fan Mail Comedian Matt Ruby joins Diet Starts Tomorrow for a laugh-heavy deep dive into food, comedy clubs, and life on the road . Matt currently has a stand-up comedy special on YouTube called BOLO and co-runs the hit show Good Eggs at New York Comedy Club with Mark Normand and Gary Vider . In this episode, we talk about what comedians actually eat—and why comedy club food has such a bad...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Diet Starts Tomorrow , host Mahesh Kotagi chats with the one and only Jeffrey Gurian , a true pioneer in comedy and self-help. From his incredible journey of sneaking into a meeting with Lorne Michaels of Saturday Night Live (SNL) to sharing unforgettable stories of meeting comedy legends like Woody Allen , this conversation is packed with insights and laughs. B...

Send us Fan Mail Join Mahesh Kotagi and comedian Vishnu Vaka, a regular on In Godfrey We Trust , as they dive into Vishnu’s hilarious journey from India to the USA.  In this episode, Vishnu shares his experiences adjusting to American food culture, the obsession with soda, and his late-night food cravings after comedy shows. They also explore the origins of the beloved Chicken Tikka Masala and dis...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Diet Starts Tomorrow , Mahesh Kotagi sits down with comedian Chance Nichols—co-host of So True Podcast with Caleb Heron and Director of Network Creative at All Things Comedy—for a mouthwatering and hilarious ride. From debating the best burgers in America to reminiscing about Andy’s Frozen Custard in Missouri, Chance brings the laughs and the flavor. Plus, we dive int...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Diet Starts Tomorrow , Mahesh Kotagi sits down with comedian Gus Tate, who’s promoting his new special, Two Wrongs . Get ready for a lively conversation as Gus shares his unique experiences living in China, the best foods he's discovered while traveling, and his top NYC food spots. Whether you're a foodie, a travel enthusiast, or a comedy lover, this episode...

Send us Fan Mail Diet Starts Tomorrow with Mahesh Kotagi 🎙️ Episode: NYC vs LA Food Wars with Brad Stoll This week on Diet Starts Tomorrow , host Mahesh Kotagi sits down with comedian and food vlogger Brad Stoll to dive deep into the ultimate culinary showdown: New York vs Los Angeles. From iconic bagels and pizza slices to trendy LA bites, we break down the flavors, the culture, and the hype behi...

Send us Fan Mail In this hilarious episode of Diet Starts Tomorrow , host Mahesh Kotagi sits down with comedian Roger Staton to talk all things food, funny, and Florida. From late-night Taco Bell cravings to the unpredictable world of eating on the road as a touring comic , Roger shares wild stories, regional food adventures, and his thoughts on some of the weirdest meats he's encountered acr...

Send us Fan Mail This week comedian and actor Irene Morales joins us to talk her role in Netflix's Tires season 2, she brings her dog which Mahesh may or may not be scared of, her Cuban heritage and where to find the best Cuban and Latin foods in Miami and NYC.  Follow us @dietstartstomorrowpod @maheshkotagi Please like,subscribe, and leave a comment with your favorite food or weird food habi...

Send us Fan Mail Hey! sorry for the delay check out this live episode from Desi Galli in NYC. It's Indian street food done right. The full video is on YouTube soon and back next week with comedians! Thanks for the support please tell a friend or two so we can keep growing and doing more fun episodes!!! Follow us @dietstartstomorrowpod @maheshkotagi Please like,subscribe, and leave a comment w...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Diet Starts Tomorrow! Comedian Lucas Connolly joins us this week to discuss growing up in Wyoming, what city had the absolute worst food in the entire country, touring for months on end across the USA, and how he ALMOST made it onto the hit show MASTER CHEF. Follow us @dietstartstomorrowpod @maheshkotagi Please like,subscribe, and leave a comment with your favorite...

Send us Fan Mail Happy 4th of July folks! Today we have a live interview at CHATT DOG with owner and food journalist Pervaiz Shallwani.  What is Chaat? (Chāt) — “to lick” or “to taste” in Hindi — is a savory snack that is ubiquitous on the streets and menus across Pakistan, Bangladesh and India. Chaat Dog: An all-beef hot dog on a ghee-toasted bun, topped with chaat and finished with cilantro chut...

Send us Fan Mail We are back with Mike Albanese this week talking about his new genius ice cream shop idea and the best coffee in NYC! Follow us @dietstartstomorrowpod @maheshkotagi Please like,subscribe, and leave a comment with your favorite food or weird food habits!! Mahesh Kotagi will be on tour for 2025 so go over to IG and sign up for the email list in bio!

Send us Fan Mail Hey! Sorry for the delay we had some audio issues this week - enjoy this live episode from Madras Dosa Co in Manhattan!! The video on youtube has hit over 10k views - thanks so much for the support -- go over there to watch the full food show! Back with guests next week!!! Follow us @dietstartstomorrowpod @maheshkotagi Please like,subscribe, and leave a comment with your favorite...

Send us Fan Mail Sorry for the delay! Charles McBee joins us for another great episode! Thanks for all the support and sharing, we are growing! Let a friend know about the pod, and we will see ya back next week! Follow us @dietstartstomorrowpod @maheshkotagi Please like,subscribe, and leave a comment with your favorite food or weird food habits!! Mahesh Kotagi will be on tour for 2025 so go over t...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Diet Starts Tomorrow , we're joined by producer Mike Albanese for a fun and insightful post-wedding recap! Congrats to the big guy!!! We dive into all things wedding-related, from the unforgettable wedding foods to crafting the perfect Old Fashioned cocktail. Plus, we have a hilarious brainstorming session where we come up with the ultimate nacho restaurant...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Comedian Derek Humphrey on Kangaroo Meat, Sushi Hacks & the Best Pizza in Germany! In this hilarious and delicious new episode of Diet Starts Tomorrow , host Mahesh Kotagi sits down with comedian Derek Humphrey to talk all things food, comedy, and life on the road. Derek shares his experience trying kangaroo meat , a clever sushi life hack , and his love for adventurous eat...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Diet Starts Tomorrow , Mahesh Kotagi sits down with comedian and soccer personality Alexis Guerreros —co-host of The Cooligans and a certified NYC food tour legend. 🍕🔥 We get into: How Alexis and Mikey launched a food tour in the West Village and blew their entire first earnings on gourmet burgers 🍔💸 Alexis’s must-try NYC pizza spots —the slices that’ll change you...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Diet Starts Tomorrow , Mahesh Kotagi is joined by stand-up comedian and former magician Joe Russell for a hilarious and unexpected deep dive into everything from Buffalo wings to Buffalo’s hidden world of close-up magic . Joe talks about why he left his job at McDonald’s , what led him from sleight of hand to stand-up comedy, and why Buffalo is secretly the magi...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Diet Starts Tomorrow: Chuck Staton on Rhode Island Food, Coffee Milk, and Producing "Tuesdays with Stories" This week on Diet Starts Tomorrow , we’re joined by Chuck Staton — co-host of the Funbearable podcast and producer of the hit podcast Tuesdays with Stories with Mark Normand and Joe List. Chuck brings the laughs and the local flavor as we dive into his favorite...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ 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 nex...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ 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, gi...

Send us Fan Mail 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 lo...