"Hall Passes" A Solo 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 can." You know respect like that don't come easy. Tara also opens up about the tough love she had to give a chatterbox student with dreams but no clear path. She made the call to send him to a middle school for exceptional kids, pulling him out of the crime-ridden chaos of his local school. He was furious with her at the time—but years later? He reached out, thanked her, and even asked her to come to his high school graduation. And just this year… he passed the bar exam. It's a moving, hilarious, and deeply Bronx story about believing in someone—even when they don't believe in themselves. So grab a cuppa, sit down, and listen close. This one's from the heart. 🙋🏻‍♀️ 🇮🇹Check out Tara's Live Show! 👉https://taracannistraci.com/#shows 📲 Follow Tara on Social Media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tarajokes/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tarajokes Twitter: https://twitter.com/tarajokes Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TaraCannistraci/ Video and Edits by Producer Venetia 🙋‍♀️ https://www.venetiageras.com/ https://twitter.com/venetiaageras https://www.instagram.com/venetiaageras/ 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! -- 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!