Episode 196 - Moshe Kasher

Breaking Bread with Tom Papa

Tom Papa and Moshe Kasher discuss Moshe's poignant journey while writing about his daughter in his book.
Moshe then takes us through his time in AA, and he reflects on his unique upbringing in all-black Oakland, questioning the effectiveness of his therapy and his fascination with history's subjective truths. T
The conversation then shifts to Moshe's love for people, the energy of crowds, and his experiences at Burning Man. They explore the magical moments life offers, like surfing, and circle back to Burning Man's profound impact.
The discussion weaves through Moshe's connection to Judaism, pandemic life with his wife Natasha, and his childhood experiences, touching on the theme of grieving within Jewish traditions after the death of his father.
They ponder what unites comedians and delve into the process of creating Moshe's book and audiobook.
The episode concludes with a look at Moshe's future aspirations and reflections on fatherhood.