I've Never Said This Before With Tommy DiDario

On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” Tommy dives into the red flags of one-sided friendships, drawing from his own personal experiences. Healthy friendships should feel mutual and energizing while one-sided friendships often feel emotionally exhausting and uncertain. One question I have come back to time and time again is: “Am I holding onto who someone is or who they once were?” It’s a question that has been incredibly eye-opening in helping me evaluate who my true friends really are. Wanting a friendship built on mutual care, respect, and effort isn’t asking for too much, it’s a healthy and reas...

This week, Tommy is joined by actress Avantika Vandanapu, who is currently starring in Mindy Kaling’s Not Suitable for Work, a series about five work-obsessed twenty-something professionals living in New York City as they balance the chaos of their professional and personal lives. Today, Avantika opens up about how her life changed after the 2024 Mean Girls musical adaptation of the beloved classic, how Reneé Rapp helped her navigate the musical numbers, why leading Disney’s Spin will forever be meaningful to her, what she’s loved about being part of Hulu’s Not Suitable for Work, how she landed a role t...

This week, Tommy is joined by actor Michael Johnston who plays Bear in Obsession, one of the biggest break-out movie of the year. Directed by Curry Barker, the film centers on Bear who uses a supernatural "One Wish Willow" to make his crush (played by Inde Navarrette) fall in love with him, only to trigger a deadly, twisted obsession. Today, Michael opens up about the moment his heartbeat was heard pounding on the mic during a particular scene, how he practiced self-care during such an intense shoot, the moment he thinks Bear realized something was wrong after he broke th...

On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” Tommy dives into the importance of making time for your best friends. It's easy to let busy schedules, endless obligations, and the demands of everyday life take over, leaving little time for the people who matter most. Sometimes life starts controlling us instead of the other way around. After spending a weekend with my best friend, I was reminded just how important it is to make time for the people who fill our cups. Our best friends celebrate our wins, support us through life's toughest moments, and remind us that we're never alone. This...

TJ Palma (of Love Island USA and Love Island Beyond the Villa) comes on to share his hot takes! Will he survive this round of rapid fire questions the fans have been wanting the answers to?

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TJ Palma is here to spill all the behind-the-scenes tea from Love Island USA and Beyond the Villa! He opens up about the moment he really fell for Iris, clears up the biggest misconceptions about their relationship, shares what it felt like leaving the Love Island villa, addresses the TMZ controversy, and shares why he never felt manipulated by producers. Plus, TJ talks about living with anxiety, how therapy in the Love Island villa changed his life, and why The Traitors is his dream reality show. He ends the interview with an inspirational never said this before moment.

On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” I'm discussing how I finally binged the entire Off Campus series. I know, I know. I am WAY LATE to the party. But to be fair, I have to watch so many things for work to prepare for multiple interviews every week that sometimes I get delayed in watching the things I’m most excited about. But I finally did it, and you guys, I couldn’t love Off Campus more! So today I'm celebrating everything I love about Off Campus: the moments that have stayed with me after watching, why the phenomenal cast (El...

Chandler Kinney (of Elle, Disney's Zombies franchise, Pretty Little Liars, etc) comes on to share her hot takes! Will she survive this round of rapid fire questions the fans have been wanting the answers to? 

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This week, Tommy is joined by actress Chandler Kinney to talk about stepping into the iconic world of Legally Blonde on the new show Elle, what it meant to be personally chosen by Reese Witherspoon, and how she approached forming her character, Kimberly while honoring such a beloved franchise. She also reflects on growing up as a Disney star with Zombies, why she's learned to embrace every chapter of her career, paying it forward to the next generation of the franchise, what Dancing with the Stars taught her about herself, and opens up with a heartfelt personal reflection you...

On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” Tommy discusses why we all need a '90s kind of summer. Nostalgia is having a major moment, and fascination with the '90s has only grown over the past year. Maybe it’s because we crave simpler times. Maybe it’s because we want to reconnect with some of our favorite memories. Tommy reflects on what made summers in the ’90s so special, from carefree days and unplugged adventures to the sense of being wild and free. He also shares ways we can recapture that magic today and bring a little more of that nos...

This week, Tommy is joined by country music artist Alexandra Kay to discuss her sophomore album, Second Wind, and the journey that brought her to this exciting chapter of her career. Alexandra reflects on growing within the country music scene, staying true to herself in a competitive industry, and the resilience it took to keep chasing her dreams. She also shares a memorable moment with Jelly Roll, who recognized her as “the coffee girl,” and opens up about the support, challenges, and milestones that have shaped her rise. Plus, Alexandra discusses the inspiration behind Second Wind and why this albu...

On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” Tommy dives into how we can all have a hot girl and hot boy summer. This episode is a total celebration of SUMMER (which hits this weekend). The summer goes so fast, so we need to really enjoy the season, feeling our absolute best. A hot girl and hot boy summer is a mindset, and here is how we can achieve the summer of our dreams. HAPPY SUMMER!

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Tommy asks Abbey some hot rapid fire questions, and the conversations goes in all sorts of fun directions! Enjoy this mini episode, and listen to the full interview with Abbey on the episode before this.

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This week, Tommy is joined by the brilliant Abigail Cowen for her first-ever in-person podcast interview, where she reflects on the roles that have defined her career and the personal growth that has come with them. Abigail opens up about memorable projects like Redeeming Love, Fate: The Winx Saga, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, and her early appearance on Stranger Thing. She also reveals a surprising secret about her time on Sabrina, reflects on booking Stranger Things, and discusses the responsibility that comes with leading beloved young adult stories and honoring passionate fanbases.

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On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” Tommy discusses something we all continue to fight for: trying to stay focused on what we CAN control instead of getting consumed by what we can’t. When we spend too much time worrying about things outside our control, we end up missing out on the life happening right in front of us. The constant spiraling. The anxiety. The hyper fixation on worst case scenarios. So today Tommy is sharing some very specific (and realistic) things he does to avoid that spiral and stay grounded in what he can actually influence. Because while we can...

Tommy asks Jacob some hot rapid fire questions that the fans are dying to know, and the conversations goes in all sorts of fun directions!

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This week, Tommy is joined by Jacob Anderson, star of Interview with the Vampire, for a thoughtful conversation about inhabiting one of television’s most complex characters. Jacob opens up about his connection to Louis de Pointe du Lac, the ways he differs from the character, and the emotional challenges of bringing Louis’ story to life in Interview with the Vampire. He reflects on filming the series while spending long stretches away from home, the trust he’s built with co-star Sam Reid, and how moments of humor behind the scenes help balance the show’s intense themes. He also sha...

On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” Tommy discusses why being alone is better than staying in an unhappy relationship. Chances are many of you have experienced an unhappy relationship before, but for some reason we stay longer than we should. Change can be scary, but freeing yourself for a fulfilling life in which you feel appreciated, valued and loved makes any change worth it. So today Tommy is sharing some stories from dating in his 20’s to pass on lessons learned when it comes to deciding if a relationship is no longer serving you in hopes that we can all fi...

Tommy asks Kirstin some hot rapid fire questions that the fans are dying to know, and the conversations goes in all sorts of fun directions!

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This week, Tommy is joined by Kirstin Maldonado, the Grammy-winning vocalist of Pentatonix and current star of SIX, for a conversation about music, motherhood, and pursuing new dreams. Kirstin reflects on becoming part of one of the most successful vocal groups in the world, sharing why the members of Pentatonix continue to champion one another’s successes. She opens up about bringing beloved songs to life, the emotional experience of performing SIX each night, and what it’s like balancing the demands of Broadway with raising a family. The conversation also explores the importance of setting boundaries, the teachers and...

On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” Tommy discusses his break-up… with wearable tech. Once an obsessed smartwatch and sleep ring user, Tommy realized that being constantly plugged into technology was creating more anxiety than actual benefit. We already spend nearly every waking moment attached to our phones, so why are we now wearing technology all over our bodies too, all day and all night? This is Tommy’s story of going from fully connected to completely unplugged when it comes to wearable tech, and why life on the other side feels oh so good. For anyone looking to create a little...

Tommy asks Stephen and James some hot rapid fire questions that his fans are dying to know, and the conversations goes in all sorts of fun directions!

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This week, Tommy is joined by longtime friends and collaborators James Lafferty and Stephen Colletti for a conversation about friendship, fatherhood, and building careers that have evolved far beyond their early fame. The two reflect on their journeys from One Tree Hill and reality television into creating and producing projects of their own, discussing the hustle it took to get their latest series made and why this new chapter feels so personal. James opens up about the lasting impact of Nathan Scott’s journey and the emotional experience of wrapping One Tree Hill, while Stephen talks about transitioning from re...

On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” Tommy dives into making meaningful friendships later in life. As we grow and evolve, our friendships often change too and sometimes we have to say goodbye to people we thought would be in our lives forever. But along the way, new people can enter our lives unexpectedly and become some of our deepest and most meaningful connections. Building friendships as an adult isn’t always easy, but it’s incredibly worthwhile. In this episode, Tommy shares honest insights and practical ways to create genuine, lasting friendships later in life. Because no matter where we are in...

Tommy has Nathan Mitchell on for his segment Hot Takes and Hangouts. Tommy asks Nathan some hot rapid fire questions that his fans are dying to know, and the conversations goes in all sorts of fun directions!

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This week, Tommy is joined by Nathan Mitchell, best known for his role as Black Noir on The Boys and Zion on Ginny & Georgia. This conversation is spoiler-free, and a huge celebration of The Boys as we near the series finale dropping tomorrow. Nathan opens up about stepping into the physically demanding and largely silent role of Black Noir, and how he embraced the challenge of building a character through movement rather than dialogue. He reflects on learning early on that the character would remain masked and voiceless, and how that limitation ultimately became a creative strength. As The...

On this episode of "Tommy Talk,” Tommy discusses something we all continue to fight for: staying present so life doesn’t pass us by. With every passing year, life seems to move faster and faster. We don’t want to wake up one day and feel like life completely passed us by, like we spent the one life we get to live focusing on the things that truly don’t matter. So today Tommy is sharing the very specific (and realistic) habits he does to stay grounded in the present and fully experience life as it’s happening. This conversatio...

Tommy has Mark Consuelos on for his segment Hot Takes and Hangouts. Tommy asks Mark some hot rapid fire questions that his fans are dying to know, and the conversations goes in all sorts of fun directions!

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This week, Tommy is joined by actor and television host Mark Consuelos for a candid conversation about career evolution, family, and stepping into some of the biggest opportunities of his life. Mark opens up about joining Live with Kelly and Mark alongside his wife Kelly Ripa, sharing how the transition into daytime television changed his perspective on performance, partnership, and vulnerability. He reflects on navigating such a fast-paced environment, why Kelly’s support gave him the confidence to take on the role, and the boundaries they’ve set between public and private life. The conversation also dives into his very...

On this episode of Tommy Talk, Tommy explores what it truly means to feel at home. Reflecting on his own journey to find his version of home, he opens up about the importance of stability, safety, and belonging in our lives. We spend so much of our lives searching for “home” in people, places, and even within ourselves. At our core, we all have a deep human need to belong somewhere that allows us to feel seen, accepted, and fully ourselves. As we grow older, that search is often about finding the people, environments, and inner peace that align with...

Tommy has Justin Hartley on for his new mini segment Hot Takes and Hangouts. Tommy asks Justin some hot rapid fire questions that his fans are dying to know, and the conversations goes in all sorts of fun directions!

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This week, Tommy is joined by Justin Hartley who is currently smashing TV and streaming records on the hit CBS series, Tracker. Justin reflects on the evolution of his career, from early passions for acting to becoming a leading man and producer. He opens up about stepping into the role of Kevin Pearson on This Is Us, the emotional depth of the character, and the lasting impact the show has had on audiences. He also shares what it’s been like to transition from being part of an ensemble to leading his own series, and how producing Tracker has gi...

On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” Tommy dives into what it really means to reinvent yourself at any stage of life. Reflecting on his unconventional career path, he shares how he pivoted in ways he never could have predicted—and what those shifts taught him along the way. Dreams aren’t fixed; they evolve as we do. This episode is for anyone ready to break out of the box they feel stuck in and move toward something new.

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Tommy has Laura Marano on for his brand new mini segment Hot Takes and Hangouts. Tommy asks Laura some hot rapid fire questions that her fans are dying to know, and the conversations goes in all sorts of fun directions!

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This week, Tommy is joined by actress and singer Laura Marano, best known for her breakout role as Ally on Disney Channel’s Austin & Ally. From navigating early fame to growing up in the spotlight alongside co-stars like Ross Lynch and Raini Rodriguez, Laura reflects on her journey from Disney star to independent artist. She opens up about the pressures of red carpets, insecurities around public image, and what it really took to break out of the “Disney mold” while staying true to herself. Plus, she shares behind-the-scenes memories from Austin & Ally, including exciting news. Laura discusses her new film...

On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” Tommy checks in on something he’s been neglecting: his grief journey. Since losing his mentor last August, he’s experienced the ups and downs that come with navigating loss. But an upcoming event has forced him to confront his feelings head-on. He opens up about the anxiety he’s been carrying and why it’s so important to check in with ourselves and honor our grief, even when we’d rather avoid it. This episode is for anyone in the midst of their own healing process.

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This week, Tommy is joined by the internationally acclaimed trio Il Volo, made up of Piero Barone, Ignazio Boschetto, and Gianluca Ginoble. The group reflects on their incredible journey from meeting as teenagers on an Italian singing competition to becoming global ambassadors of bel canto. They share what it was like being brought together unexpectedly, the natural chemistry they felt from their very first performance, and how a shared passion for Italian music and culture shaped their sound. From moving to Los Angeles to record their first album to eventually finding massive international success, the trio opens up about...

On this episode of "Tommy Talk,” Tommy dives into what truly keeps a marriage and relationship strong. After celebrating 10 years of marriage this week, he opens up about his own relationship and shares what he’s learned are the real foundations of a lasting partnership, and what helps love stay strong through every season.

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This week, Tommy is joined by actress Shanola Hampton who became a household name playing Veronia Fisher, a.k.a. V, in the smash-hit series SHAMELESS. She played V for 11 seasons, often praised as one of the most beloved characters in the show. Today, Shanola opens up about what she did with her fellow cast members of SHAMELESS the first time they met, what their relationships are like today, if a reunion with the cast might be in the cards, what part of V’s personality rubbed off on her, what a potential spin-off with Steve Howey might look li...

On this episode of “Tommy Talk,” Tommy explores finding peace in the truth that we can’t please everyone. At some point, we realize that no matter how hard we try, someone will misunderstand us, disagree with us, or simply not like us for reasons that often have more to do with them than with us. But here’s the thing: what if your life isn’t meant to be approved by everyone, but instead meant to be FULLY lived by you? Let’s dive in.

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