Ex-‘SNL’ Star to Speak Out Alongside Cast Member Friend

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Ex-‘SNL’ Star to Speak Out Alongside Cast Member Friend

Former Saturday Night Live (SNL) stars Ego Nwodim and Heidi Gardner are reuniting for an exciting new episode of Nwodim’s podcast, Thanks Dad. This marks the premiere of the podcast’s second season, where both comedians will discuss their experiences on SNL and reflect on their long-standing friendship.

Ego Nwodim’s Departure from SNL

Nwodim announced her exit from SNL in September, stating, “The hardest part of a great party is knowing when to say goodnight.” After an impressive seven seasons on the show, she decided it was time to move on.

Heidi Gardner’s Departure and New Ventures

Heidi Gardner’s departure from SNL was reported in August. Sources revealed that her contract was terminated after eight seasons, and she was not invited back for the newest season. Gardner has not publicly commented on her exit.

Current Projects for Gardner and Nwodim

Heidi Gardner: She is now part of the Broadway production All Out, written by former SNL writer Simon Rich. The cast also includes notable SNL alums like Cecily Strong, Jon Stewart, and Ray Romano.
Ego Nwodim: Alongside her podcast, she is scheduled to perform at Lincoln Center’s Claire Tow Theater in November. Her podcast has recently joined iHeartMedia and Will Ferrell’s Big Money Players Network.

Podcast Season Launch

The second season of Thanks Dad will launch on October 28. In a teaser for the new season, Nwodim mentioned she would feature “world-renowned actors, comedians, musicians, and more.”