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Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac - a daily briefing on comedians, and the comedy industry

Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac

Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast.Daily Comedy News is a short, fast daily briefing covering the business, culture, and chaos of stand-up comedy and the comedy industry.Hosted by Johnny Mac, the show delivers daily updates on comedians, late-night television, comedy specials, streaming platforms, and the stories shaping the world of comedy. Episodes cover working comics, touring news, cancellations, controversies, and the shifting comedy landscape — all in a tight, no-filler

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11:28

Jay Leno: Good Guy or Bad Guy?

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2025/05/09

Johnny Mac covers a variety of comedy topics including John Oliver's critique of a UK version of Saturday Night Live, David Cross's multifaceted career and tour, and Jimmy O. Yang's upcoming show in Hong Kong. The episode also features insights from Howie Mandel, Hannah Berner's perspective on reality TV vs. stand-up comedy, and a discussion about Jay Leno's reputation. Lastly, there's a snippet on Graham Norton selling his NYC crash pad. . 00:20 John Oliver on SNL UK01:08 David Cross's Tour and

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13:34

Sarah Silverman's Netflix Special, Conan O'Brien's...

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2025/05/08

Johnny Mac discusses Sarah Silverman's upcoming Netflix special 'Postmortem' set to release on May 20th. Season two of 'Conan O'Brien Must Go' is now available on Max, featuring Conan's travels to New Zealand, Spain, and Austria. Conan also appears at a leadership convention in Las Vegas. The show highlights controversy surrounding Nate Bargatze's recent Esquire interview criticizing Disney's focus on business over audience connection. Bill Burr's New Yorker interview is also discussed, where he

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11:07

Bill Burr's Perspective on Fame P:US John Mulaney's...

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2025/05/07

Johnny Mac discusses Bill Burr's feature in The New Yorker, where Burr reflects on the temptations and challenges of fame, and his approach to comedy. The show also covers John Mulaney's Netflix series, noting its initial success and subsequent decline in viewership. Additionally, Johnny highlights insights from the comedy industry, including Nate Bargatzes profile in Esquire, Paramount's halting of a civic initiative project linked to The Daily Show, and changes at Just for Laughs under new

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11:34

Conan on Netflix, Nate Bargatze's New Book, Jost...

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2025/05/06

Johnny Mac dives into recent comedy highlights, starting with Conan O'Brien winning the Mark Twain Prize, now available on Netflix, with notable performances from John Mulaney, Nikki Glaser, and others. Nate Bargatze's is out doing press for the new book 'Big Dumb Eyes,' touching on Nate's journey in comedy and his strategic decision-making. The episode covers other major comedy news, such as Colin Jost's potential SNL departure, Marcello Hernandez's and profile in Rolling Stone. 00:21 Must Watch

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13:36

Has Joe Rogan lost his podcast mojo? No.

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2025/05/05

Johnny Mac dives into a discussion about the current top female comedians, questioning why Nikki Glaser is missing from a recent Vogue list. He then explores Joe Rogan's podcast rankings and how they fluctuate due to factors like recency bias and subscriber engagement. Mack provides a detailed breakdown of Rogan's earnings from podcast advertising. The episode also highlights comedian Matt Rife's appearance on Ghost Adventures and Sheng Wang's thoughts on the importance of comedy community

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11:22

The Comedy Special Drought - Conan O'Brien on Netflix...

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2025/05/04

Johnny Mac discusses the slow period for comedy specials, highlighting notable releases from platforms like Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon. He delves into recent and upcoming specials, including David Spade's 'Dandelion,' Sarah Silverman, and Gerard Carmichael. Johnny shares a funny anecdote about Jay Leno's impromptu visit to David Letterman’s house and debates Leno's character. The episode also covers Sheng Wang’s writing tips, and Josh Jones’ comedic journey. The serious tone comes with the update on

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13:33

Tom Segura's Totally Not Garth Brooks Serial Killer...

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2025/05/03

Johnny Mac discusses Tom Segura's upcoming Netflix series 'Bad Thoughts' featuring a character parodying country music star Garth Brooks. Segura and his wife Christina P have joked about Brooks since 2018, hinting at him being a serial killer. The show transitions to Jimmy Fallon's new role as a brand partner and investor in the tortilla chip company Sochi. The episode also covers highlights from the Sydney Comedy Festival, featuring comedians Cam Knight, Ben Hunter, and Dan Wrath. 00:18 Tom

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8:34

Dave Chappelle on Dizzy, Nikki Glaser on Belichick's...

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2025/05/02

Johnny Mac highlights comedian Dave Chappelle's appearance at Lincoln Center honoring Duke Ellington. Nikki Glaser comments on Bill Belichick's girlfriend via Instagram, Sophie Buddle describes her quick writing process for Taylor Tomlinson's show, and John Mulaney debates fighting three 14-year-olds for TV. Nate Bargatze shares his future stand-up plans, John Stewart plays in a band, and Tina Fey debunks Golden Girls remake rumors. Upcoming comedy festivals in Nebraska and Dubai are discussed,

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10:48

Tom Segura's New Series "Bad Thoughts", Pete Davidson...

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2025/05/01

In today's comedy news, Johnny Mac covers Tom Segura's new Netflix series 'Bad Thoughts' premiering May 13th, which features grotesque and absurd content. Pete Davidson will host an AMA on the AXE Instagram page, focusing on confidence and underdog wins. Additionally, he appears in a commercial for AXE. Jordan Klepper's new Daily Show special dives into young Trump voters, while comedian Dave Thomas discusses his shift in perspective after a close call with death and his efforts to support Ukraine

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10:34

Shane Gillis x NASCAR, Tim Dillon on LA vs. Austin,...

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2025/04/30

Shane Gillis's collaboration with NASCAR for Netflix's 'Full Speed' Season 2. Tim Dillon discusses his preference for LA over Austin despite political issues. John Cleese reflects on the 50th anniversary of Monty Python's 'Holy Grail' and its impact on American culture. Seth Meyers comments on changes in the late-night comedy landscape, praising new shows like Taylor Tomlinson's 'After Midnight'. Other news includes Nikki Glaser's recognition in Time 100, Rami Yousef's commencement speech at

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12:30

Nathan Fielder's Removed Episode, Jo Koy's Heartfelt...

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2025/04/29

Johnny Mac discusses a range of topics from comedy news. Nathan Fielder is upset over the removal of a 'Nathan for You' episode by Paramount Plus due to sensitivity concerns. Jo Koy offers condolences following a tragic incident at a Filipino Canadian Festival in Vancouver. Kevin Hart cancels his tour in India due to recent tragic events. Additionally, Sebastian Maniscalco will star in Apple's new scripted podcast about Charles Ponzi, 'Easy Money'. Jay Leno reflects on past conflicts with Jimmy

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8:22

Pete Davidson's Dating Advice, Nikki Glaser's Omitted...

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2025/04/28

Johnny Mac shares Pete Davidson's perspective on dating in the social media age and highlights Nikki Glaser's decision to omit a controversial joke about Caitlyn Jenner. The episode also covers Josh Johnson's rising success and his contributions to the Daily Show, Sarah Silverman's reflections on her past comedy, and Bowen Yang's stance on SNL censorship. Additional discussions include Tom Papa's take on comedy's evolution and Randy Feltface's latest tour concept.00:00 Introduction and Pete

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7:47

WrestleMania Roast Leaks & Pete Davidson's Tattoo...

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2025/04/27

Johnny Mac dives into the leaked footage from the WrestleMania Roast, highlighting performances by Paul Heyman and Triple H. He also discusses John Mulaney's successful show with Conan O'Brien, Pete Davidson's tattoo removal process, and his ongoing ferry project with Colin Jost. Additionally, there's coverage of Brett Goldstein's new HBO special, a segment on W. Kamau Bell's charitable efforts, Brad Williams' humorous NFL pitch, and Joe Rogan's latest culinary experiment. 00:00 Introduction and

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7:44

Brett Goldstein's HBO Special is out today

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2025/04/26

In today's poolside comedy news, Johnny Mac highlights Brett Goldstein's HBO special airing tonight, discussing Brett's background as a comedian and writer, and his surprise at audience reception on his recent tour. Pete Davidson reflected on his time at SNL and his relationship with Lorne Michaels. Jay Leno opened up about caring for his wife diagnosed with dementia. Leslie Jones shared thoughts on making people laugh amidst current societal challenges and her career preferences. Kevin Nealon

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13:58

Nikki Glaser's Border Concerns and John Mulaney's...

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2025/04/25

In this poolside edition of Daily Comedy News, Johnny Mac covers various topics from the comedy world. Nikki Glaser shares her worries about a Golden Globes joke and comments on the mental struggles she faces and her border concern. John Mulaney sparks "controversy" with a joke about Gene Hackman. The episode also touches on Fortune Feimster's recent split, Katherine Ryan's allegations of sexual misconduct in comedy, and Paul Reiser's standup show in Boston. Additionally, Memphis comedian Benny

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7:50

Jimmy Carr Praises Chris Rock; Gaffigan's Canada Story

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2025/04/24

Jim Gaffigan shared a humorous story about his experience with Canadian audiences and their shift in attitude towards Americans. Tim Dillon offers political advice to Democrats, while Jimmy Carr discusses the intricacies of comedy and his respect for comedian Chris Rock. The episode also includes updates about Theo Von's profile by the New York Times, Jimmy Kimmel's upcoming season of 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire,' and Andrew Santino's new golf podcast. Additionally, Damon Wayans and Joe Rogan

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11:56

John Mulaney's Tour, Gabe & Jo Koy's Record SoFi...

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2025/04/23

Johnny Mac covers a range of topics starting with John Mulaney's new stand-up tour 'Mr. Whatever,' featuring guest appearances from John Stewart, Pete Davidson, and Martin Short. Gabe Iglesias and Jo Koy aim to break a comedy attendance world record at SoFi Stadium. David Spade's new special 'Dandelion' is announced for Amazon Prime, and Kevin Hart returns to host the BET Awards. Speculations on Bowen Yang's future with SNL are discussed, along with the recent Webby Awards winners and their comedic

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15:42

WrestleMania Roast, Nate Bargatze's Success, and Tim...

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2025/04/22

Notes from the Roast of WrestleMania hosted by Tony Hinchcliffe where Paul Heyman and Triple H made notable appearances. Nate Bargatze's growing prominence in the comedy world is discussed, particularly his feature in the New York Times and his thoughts on authenticity in comedy. Tim Dillon shares his views on political shifts in comedy with Fox News Digital, and Johnny mentions Michael Costa's insights from The Last Laugh podcast about celebrity guest hosts on The Daily Show. Other topics include

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12:29

Nate Bargatze to host Emmys. Details about Sunny...

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2025/04/21

Host Johnny Mac provides updates in the comedy world, including Nate Bargatze being chosen to host the 77th Emmy Awards, highlights from the upcoming National Comedy Center's Comedy Festival featuring Jon Stewart and Bill Murray, and details about the 'Office' spinoff with Oscar Nunez. Additionally, 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' celebrates its 20th anniversary with its 17th season, and Richard Pryor's albums get a new box set release. The episode also covers news about Craig Ferguson's new

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13:41

Shane Gillis at the Masters

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2025/04/20

Johnny Mac delves into Shane Gillis' experience at the Masters, the comedic dynamics between John Mulaney and David Letterman on Mulaney’s talk show, and Jimmy Kimmel's thoughts on the late-night TV landscape. He critiques the chaotic nature of Mulaney’s production and the awkward placement of guests, suggesting a simpler format. Highlights also include Jimmy Fallon’s new show ‘On Brand’ and Katt Williams getting a street named after him. Additionally, there's coverage of the Melbourne Comedy

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