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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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12:59

Botox Ban at UK Comedy Club

Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac - a daily briefing... ·

2025/03/10

Johnny Mac covers a unique move by the Top Secret Comedy Club in the UK, which has banned guests with Botox due to comedians' concerns about reactionless faces affecting performances. Additionally, John Mulaney's upcoming Netflix talk show will now include commercial breaks, Marc Maron announces a new stand-up special, and Patton Oswalt discusses incorporating politics into his act. The episode also highlights various comedy festivals, such as South by Southwest and Traverse City Comedy Festival,

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12:27

Christina P rips Meghan Markle, Matt Rife excited to...

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2025/03/09

Johnny Mac covers the latest in comedy news, starting with harsh reviews of Meghan Markle's Netflix series from Christina P. and himself. He also talks about Matt Reif's upcoming performances at Madison Square Garden, Kevin Hart's new series 'Lil Kev,' and Louis Black's thoughts on federal job cuts. Additionally, the episode highlights upcoming events at South by Southwest, 'Would You Bang Him?' mock game show, the Sydney Comedy Festival lineup, and more comedy news. 00:18 Christina P. on Meghan

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11:56

Andrew Schulz on Fatherhood and Comedy

Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac - a daily briefing... ·

2025/03/08

Light and Fun: Johnny Mac switches gears to deliver a lighthearted and fun episode of his Daily Comedy News. Featuring a run-down of comedy events at South by Southwest, including recordings and live shows with notable names like Scott Aukerman, Stuart Goldsmith, and James Adomian. Johnny shares trailers and details of upcoming comedy specials from Trey Crowder and Nimesh Patel, and dives into Gossip Corner with updates on Joe Coy, Dave Chappelle, and other comedians' recent activities. The episode

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19:22

Bill Burr's Evolving Public Persona

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2025/03/07

Johnny Mac discusses the angst-filled nature of the day's stories, which delve into political and social issues. Key highlights include an interview with Andrew Schulz about his new comedy special and personal storytelling, Chris DiStefano's reflections on American pride, and a thought-provoking discussion on Bill Burr's evolving public persona. Also covered are Michael Rappaport's clash with a Canadian politician, a controversial comedy club incident involving anti-Semitic remarks, and lighter

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16:33

John Mulaney's Talk Show Trailer and Andrew Schulz on...

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2025/03/06

y Mac presents the daily comedy news, covering John Mulaney's return to talk shows with 'Everybody's Live with John Mulaney' premiering on March 12th for 12 weeks. He also dives into Andrew Schultz's recent LA Times profile discussing his apolitical comedy podcast, the influence of his interviews, and his new storytelling approach in his special. Johnny critiques various comedy specials from Rosebud Baker, Liza Traiger, George Lopez, and Chris DiStefano, rating them against his comedy snob

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12:45

Jon Stewart Invites Elon Musk for an Unedited Chat...

Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac - a daily briefing... ·

2025/03/05

Johnny Mac reports on Jon Stewart's invitation to Elon Musk for an unedited interview on The Daily Show after Musk expressed interest on social media. The segment includes Stewart's humorous monologue addressing Musk's critique and subsequent tweets. Additionally, Rob Mills from Disney comments on Conan’s successful hosting of the Oscars and the controversial cut-off of the Oscars on Hulu. The show wraps up with information about the upcoming LaughFest 2025 and Jim Gaffigan's surprise visit in

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11:05

Andrew Schulz and Bert Kreischer Specials, Chris Rock...

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2025/03/04

Andrew Schulz's new Netflix special is out today, 'Life,'Bert Kreischer's upcoming special is out in two weeks., 'Lucky.'Mac also covers Chris Rock's presence at an Oscar after-party, South by Southwest comedy lineup announcements, and the Knockouts Women Comedy Festival. Additionally, there’s a segment on Shane Gillis’ SNL controversy and details about Conan O’Brien’s well-received Oscars hosting performance. The episode highlights recent comedy events and news, including personal anecdotes and

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39:39

Conan O'Brien Stuns as Oscars Host - with guest Mike...

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2025/03/03

In this bonus edition of the Daily Comedy News, host Johnny Mac is joined by Mike Chisholm from The Letterman Podcast to discuss Conan O'Brien's standout performance as the host of the Oscars. The conversation covers Conan's unique approach, the collaborative efforts with his team, and his seamless transition from TV to podcasting. Mike also shares behind-the-scenes insights into the production, the significance of Conan's long-time collaborators, and the comparisons to previous Oscar hosts like

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14:44

Conan O'Brien and Oscars Rapid Reaction PLUS Shane...

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2025/03/03

In this early release of Monday's episode of Daily Comedy News, host Johnny Mac shares his impressions of Conan O'Brien's performance at the Oscars, discussing specific jokes and segments, including Conan's banter with Timothee Chalamet and the musical number. Johnny also delves into Shane Gillis' recent SNL hosting, providing clips from sketches and sharing divisive opinions from various reviews. He defends Gillis' comedic style and criticizes the AV Club's harsh take. 00:22 Conan O'Brien's

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10:41

Bill Burr's Elon Musk Controversy, Mae Martin's New...

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2025/03/02

Johnny Mac delivers today's comedy news starting with a technical mishap involving his dog and his headphones. The episode covers Bill Burr's controversial comments on Elon Musk, Mae Martin's commentary on being a non-binary comedian in the U.S., and Jerry Seinfeld and Jim Gaffigan's takes on the current news cycle and parenting. There's also an intriguing story of Colin Jost searching through dumpsters for Scarlett Johansson's ring and info on upcoming comedy cruises with Rachel Dratch and Nate

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16:38

Conan O'Brien Prepares to Host the 97th Annual...

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2025/03/01

Johnny Mac previews the 97th Academy Awards hosted by Conan O'Brien. Conan shares insights and behind-the-scenes anecdotes from his extensive press week, including his excitement about wearing a custom tuxedo, getting advice from former hosts Billy Crystal and Jimmy Kimmel, and his nostalgic reasons for hosting. The episode discusses Conan's preparations, including bringing in 10 writers and trying out material at LA clubs. The hosts will thread the needle between acknowledging political climates

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11:50

Jim Gaffigan Stunt, Shane Gillis Promo and One of...

Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac - a daily briefing... ·

2025/02/28

Johnny Mac warns listeners of naughty content. He covers Tim Walz' humorous introduction on Jim Jim's show, a sneak peek of Shane Gillis' SNL promo, and previews the upcoming Oscars hosted by Conan O'Brien. Conan is also set to receive the Mark Twain Prize. The episode includes Kamil Nanjiani's return to stand-up, Nate Borghese's SNL 50th recount, and a personal after-party story. Additionally, Johnny touches upon John C. McGinley joining an untitled HBO series and an interesting proposal for Jimmy

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10:25

Matt Damon vs Andrew Schulz PLUS Shane Gillis dies...

Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac - a daily briefing... ·

2025/02/27

In today's episode, Johnny Mac sheds light on Matt Damon's playful feud with comedian Andrew Schulz to promote Schultz's new Netflix special. He also covers the theory linking comedian Shane Gillis to the CIA as suggested by War Mode podcast co-host, Billy McCusker. Alec Baldwin clashes with a Trump impersonator near his Manhattan apartment, instigating a heated exchange. Lastly, the upcoming Slo Comedy Festival kicks off in San Luis Obispo, featuring a lineup of international comedians, while

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11:47

Marc Maron and Bert Kreischer make up, Tom Segura's...

Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac - a daily briefing... ·

2025/02/26

Johnny Mac discusses the resolution of a misunderstanding between comedians Marc Maron and Burt Kreischer, Tom Segura's playful encounter with Tulsa police, and George Santos sharing gossip about fellow congressman Jerry Nadler. CBS profiles John Oliver, touching on his early career and success. Hannah Berner's controversial New Balance sneakers are debated, while Trevor Noah shares insights on Jo Koy's Golden Globes hosting. The episode wraps up with information on Don't Tell Comedy's new half-hour

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12:54

Dave Chappelle's NAACP Award Speech and Greg...

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2025/02/25

In today's episode, Jenny Mac covers Dave Chappelle's invigorating speech at the NAACP awards, where he received the president’s award. Gossip Corner reports on Justin Bieber's smoke break with Chappelle. Nate Bargatze shares his experiences at SNL 50 and name-drops famous comedians. Greg Gutfeld is profiled, discussing his views on late-night comedy and cancel culture. The SAG Awards highlights include 'Only Murders in the Building' winning for ensemble comedy series and individual awards. Chelsea

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9:22

Nikki Glaser on Fame

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2025/02/24

In today's episode, Johnny Mac covers Nikki Glaser's reflections on her brief fame after the Tom Brady roast, Kelsey Cook's insights on the rise of political podcasts, and Judd Apatow's new documentary project on Norm Macdonald. John Lovitz shares his approval of Elon Musk's government transparency initiative, and Russell Peters talks about his evolution as a comedian. Seth Green reflects on Robot Chicken's 20th anniversary, and a new initiative in the UK is exploring the therapeutic benefits of

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9:27

Joe Rogan's Club Under Threat, Adam Sandler on Taylor...

Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac - a daily briefing... ·

2025/02/23

In today's episode, Johnny Mac covers a serious threat to Joe Rogan's Comedy Mothership in Austin, detailing the arrest of a 35-year-old man from Houston who threatened violence against the club. The episode then shifts to lighter topics, with Adam Sandler expressing his fandom for Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift, and his experience on the New Heights podcast.Johnny also discusses comics' evolving careers, specifically Sam Morrell's tour and Mindy Kaling’s potential acting return. The episode wraps up

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8:13

SNL 50th COVID Curse, Adam Sandler's Kanye Diss, and...

Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac - a daily briefing... ·

2025/02/22

Johnny Mac covers the latest in comedy news including Martin Short's COVID diagnosis after SNL's 50th anniversary party and Colin Jost's joke about COVID spreading among entertainers. Adam Sandler's dig at Kanye West's antisemitic comments is highlighted, and Mindy Kaling reflects on her early career on 'The Office'. Russell Peters discusses challenges in the entertainment industry as an Indian comedian, and updates include Jim Jefferies' new tour and the return of the show 'Jury Duty'. The episode

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12:44

Trevor Noah Sparks Debate PLUS is Tig Notaro one of...

Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac - a daily briefing... ·

2025/02/21

In today's episode, Johnny Macc discusses the latest comedy news, highlighting Shane Gillis's return to host SNL. The episode also covers Trevor Noah's comments on segregation vs. integration in America, sparking heated discussions online. John Oliver talks about the challenges of covering news amid the chaotic Trump administration and the future of his show. Additionally, Tig Notaro is set to host the AMBIES podcast awards, and Jimmy Fallon gets his caricature at Sardi's, joining the ranks of

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8:41

Spruce the AI's Top Comedy Performances of the 21st...

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2025/02/20

Spruce the AI and Johnny Mac disucss Variety's recent article about the Top Comedy Performances of the 21st Century.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNITERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free! This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if

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