Italian Word of The Day : Morte Di Fame | Cawfee Tawk with Tara Cannistraci
Coffee Talk (Cawfee Tawk) with Tara Cannistraci
Release Date: 04/07/2025
Cawfee Tawk with Tara Cannistraci – “Growing Up Palaminteri” with Dante Palminteri
Coffee Talk (Cawfee Tawk) with Tara Cannistraci
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 Palminteri refusing to get caught up in fame and fortune, to his Bronx roots and a Nonna who literally lit fires to warm the bath water, Dante reflects on how far...
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"Hall Passes" A Solo Tawk with Tara Cannistraci
Coffee Talk (Cawfee Tawk) with Tara Cannistraci
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 to her—not because she was loud, but because they knew she cared. Like the time a fierce Dominican mom called her up and said, “You have my permission—hit my son. Nobody else, but you? You...
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"Imposter Syndrome" A Solo Tawk with Tara Cannistraci
Coffee Talk (Cawfee Tawk) with Tara Cannistraci
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 own living room, Tara shares insights on how this mindset can hold us back, and why the people who should feel like imposters (hello, Dunning-Kruger Effect!) rarely...
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"Borough Pride" A Solo Tawk with Tara Cannistraci
Coffee Talk (Cawfee Tawk) with Tara Cannistraci
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 unfair stigma it still faces. Plus, she goes off on one of her biggest pet peeves: people who don’t clean up after their dogs. She’s just trying to walk down the block, not play...
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"Vecchio Vibes" A Solo Tawk with Tara Cannistraci
Coffee Talk (Cawfee Tawk) with Tara Cannistraci
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 the ridiculous pressure for women to "age gracefully" (whatever that means) and shares her own telltale moments—like struggling to read a menu in dim lighting and swapping out...
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From Biscuits to Biceps: Fitness, Food & Funny with Body Fit by Amy
Coffee Talk (Cawfee Tawk) with Tara Cannistraci
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 bond over their love-hate relationship with traditional workouts (Tara’s running away from running… literally), and their mutual pasts of indulgent childhood eating habits—spaghetti...
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Cawfee Tawk with Tara Cannistraci: "Make Pizzerias Italian Again" (feat. Nicky Paris)
Coffee Talk (Cawfee Tawk) with Tara Cannistraci
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 restaurants (yes, Tara gasps), and the two pitch their dream campaign for congress with the slogan: "Make Pizzerias Italian Again." It’s a hilarious and heartfelt...
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From South Philly to Sunset Blvd: Eleanor Kerrigan Gets Real
Coffee Talk (Cawfee Tawk) with Tara Cannistraci
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 it was like growing up in a huge Irish family—she’s one of ten kids!—and how being from South Philly practically makes you Italian by default. The two share stories of...
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“Change Ain’t Easy” — A Solo Tawk with Tara Cannistraci
Coffee Talk (Cawfee Tawk) with Tara Cannistraci
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 reflections on what it means to try to grow while carrying the weight of your past. She talks about moving from the Bronx to Hartsdale and how, for a while, she would drive all the way back...
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Cawfee Tawk with Tara Cannistraci: – Brittany Schmitt: Dead Moms, DUIs & Dark Laughs
Coffee Talk (Cawfee Tawk) with Tara Cannistraci
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—like the death of her mother, complicated family dynamics, divorce, and even a DUI in Arizona—Brittany still finds a way to make you laugh so hard you snort your coffee. They get real...
info_outlineThis 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 shares how those moments brought her full circle, especially as someone who's always been hungry for the stage. She opens up about her early comedy hustle, working for pennies just to get 15 minutes on the mic, and what it really means to be "starving" for success. Plus, some thoughts on dating, saying yes to opportunity, and how being a little Morte Di Fame might just get you where you want to go. Let’s talk some Cawfee Tawk! ☕️🎙️
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Welcome to Cawfee Tawk with Tara Cannistraci AKA TaraJokes! Join comedian Tara Cannistraci every Monday! Tara reflects on the week that was or the life that was, whether it's nostalgia about NYC life, current trends, or real-life stories. This podcast is perfectly timed to accompany your morning coffee. Good morning, fellow cawfee lovers!
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Tara Cannistraci is an Italian-American comedian, actress, and writer, hailing from the vibrant streets of the Bronx, New York. Tara's talents have lit up the stage, television, film, and even centerfield as the scoreboard host for the New York Yankees.
Tara brought her unfiltered, humorous take on popular sports topics to SNY's Emmy award-winning television show “Oh Yeah,” where she both wrote for and featured in the series. Currently, she co-hosts the Chazz Palminteri Show podcast, captivating audiences with her honest insights and vivacious personality. She also co-produced and starred in We Stand Comedy's multi award-winning short film "The Chart” showcasing her versatility & misdirecting sense of humor.
On social media, Tara has gained a following by sharing the words and phrases she grew up hearing in her New York Italian neighborhood, resonating with people across the country. Her comedy album, “I'm Talkin' Here,” is a regular feature on Sirius XM.
Tara's new YouTube series, "Boroughbreds," features her doing hilarious on-the-street interviews throughout the New York boroughs, highlighting all things New York from common phrases to family owned businesses.
Tara has opened for comedy heavyweights like Josh Wolf, Joey Diaz and Vic DiBitetto, and now headlines shows across the U.S. and Canada. Her authenticity and wit continue to win over audiences wherever she performs!