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 magic capital you never knew about.

We also get into some real talk about beef, burgers, and Indian guilt — including why so many Indians sneak-eat beef and pretend it’s chicken nuggets.

Food, magic, comedy, and a few confessions. You’re gonna want to hear this one.

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🎙️ 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 food spots in Rhode Island and why coffee milk is the state’s most underrated treasure. ☕🍩

Chuck takes us behind the scenes of producing Tuesdays with Stories, the podcast that’s taken the comedy world by storm, and shares how he went from writing food reviews in Rhode Island to working with two of the funniest guys in the biz. We also talk about the food culture of Rhode Island, from local dives to iconic dishes that can’t be found anywhere else.

Whether you’re a food lover, a podcast fan, or just someone who wants to hear about the best eats in Rhode Island, this episode has it all. Chuck’s unique perspective on food, comedy, and life in the Ocean State will have you laughing, reminiscing, and maybe even craving a cup of coffee milk.

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🎙️ 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). 🍕

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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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🎙️ 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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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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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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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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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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