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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 format.If you want to know what comedians are talking about, what’s happening behind the scenes in comedy, and how stand-up and late night are evolving day by day, this is your daily stop for comedy news. New episodes every day. Episodes include commentary and parody. Facebook Group: Daily Comedy News Podcast GroupReddit: r/dailycomedynewsInstagram: @dailycomedynewsYouTube: Subscribe on YouTubeWeb: www.dailycomedynews.comGet the Ad-Free Experience Subscribe on your favorite podcast app through Caloroga Shark Media. Apple users—just tap the "Uninterruped Listening" banner in your app. Buy Me A Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews Join the $2 Club or toss something in the tip jar! Value for Value & Podcasting 2.0 supporterContact Us Email: john [at] thesharkdeck [dot] comTwitter/X: @dcnpod (because the handle we wanted was taken by someone who tweeted once)Daily Comedy News is a production of Caloroga Shark Media—the leaders in short-form daily podcasts .Portions of this podcast were created with the assistance of AI.  You think we hired a band to sing the Gossip Corner song? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support.

  1. Scrubs 10x09 My Celebration

    1 HR AGO

    Scrubs 10x09 My Celebration

    Johnny Mac recaps “Scrubs” Season 10, Episode 9 (“My Celebration,” aired April 15, 2026), relieved Dr. Cox isn’t killed off but noting his treatment isn’t working; Cox hides test results from Jordan until she confronts him and urges him to let her be strong, while JD decides to show up for Cox despite a mis-sent “I could really use a friend” text. The episode’s case involves a father who collapses before his daughter’s wedding and needs a pacemaker, prompting Turk to move the wedding to the hospital with Dr. Park officiating. JD meets quirky visitor Charlie, whose grandma is his patient, and they begin connecting. Jordan and the janitor return; the janitor claims to be chief custodian of the Joint Commission, flags hazards, and is revealed to have a son working maintenance. Johnny also mentions Paley Festival anecdotes and renewal uncertainty, citing ratings around 2.94M and talk of planning five more seasons. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com  For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening.  $4.99/month  John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

    6 min
  2. You Might Also Like: The Oprah Podcast

    1 HR AGO ·  BONUS

    You Might Also Like: The Oprah Podcast

    Introducing Start with Yourself: A New Vision for Work & Life with Emma Grede and Oprah from The Oprah Podcast. Follow the show: The Oprah Podcast Emma Grede has become one of the most influential voices in modern business. She is best known as a founding partner of SKIMS, co-founder and CEO of the clothing brand Good American, her podcast Aspire with Emma Grede and as the first Black female investor on ABC’s hit show Shark Tank. She is helping redefine what success looks like for a new generation of women. In this conversation with Oprah, Emma dives into her first book Start With Yourself: A New Vision for Work and Life sharing the mindset behind her rise from a young girl in East London to a global business leader. Drawing on the lessons in her book, Emma opens up about radical self-accountability, the power of discipline and why success starts from within. She also shares her bold perspectives on work-life balance, motherhood without guilt and why women must get comfortable putting money and ambition at the forefront. Plus, we hear from twin sisters who turned a simple idea into a hundred-million-dollar business after making a deal with Emma on Shark Tank. BUY THE BOOK! Emma Grede "Start with Yourself" https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Start-With-Yourself/Emma-Grede/9781668085486 00:00:00 - Welcome Emma Grede author of “Start with Yourself” 00:04:18 - Emma knew she needed to change 00:06:10 - Realizing what you don’t want 00:08:35 - How Emma changed her life 00:13:45 - Radical ownership and real barriers 00:15:10 - We need more women in power 00:19:00 - Career and motherhood 00:20:20 - We put too much pressure on moms 00:22:50 - Truth vs. emotions in business 00:24:22 - Mistakes Emma made 00:27:00 - Emma and Skims 00:27:50 - Building from purpose vs. ego 00:31:00 - Emma funded this on Shark Tank 00:36:00 - Importance of mentorship 00:38:20 - When to scale a small business 00:39:30 - The most important question 00:42:20 - What does self-care look like? 00:43:30 - Meditation practice 00:46:00 - Emma on life being magic 00:49:30 - Overcoming comparison 00:51:00 - Why she wrote the book 00:52:40 - Dyslexia is a superpower 00:54:30 - Is every woman meant for business? 00:56:30 - A well-lived life Cakes Body https://cakesbody.com/ Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

  3. 10 HR AGO

    JFL Montreal 2026 Headliners Seinfeld and Weird Al, Ari Shaffir’s ‘This Is Not Happening’ Return, and Pete Davidson’s Sock Pivot

    Johnny Mac previews Just for Laughs Montreal 2026, announcing headliners Jerry Seinfeld and Weird Al Yankovic, including a free outdoor Weird Al show, plus first-wave gala hosts and additional acts. He recaps an LA Times interview with Ari Shaffir about the new purchasable season of ‘The End’/‘This Is Not Happening’ produced by YMH Studios, taped at a burlesque nightclub called The Box, and lists many featured comedians. He summarizes a Hollywood Reporter profile of Iranian-American comic Max Amini discussing his background, views on Iran’s regime, and his large online following and MSG sellout. Vanity Fair reports Pete Davidson is disillusioned with fame and has become an equity partner/creative director at sock company Doublesoul. Other items include Sarah Silverman winning “Comedy Survivor,” a forthcoming “2026 comedian draft” episode, a Sesame Street clip with Ramy Youssef for Arab American Heritage Month, Prime Video’s one-episode ‘Last One Laughing’ Halloween special, and StubHub-related ticket issues at a Killers of Kill Tony show in San Antonio. 00:00 JFL Montreal 2026 01:06 Weird Al Free Show 01:53 This Is Not Happening 02:25 Ari On The Box 03:12 YMH Studios Revival 03:52 Max Amini Profile 06:27 Pete Davidson Socks 07:53 Comedy Survivor Winner 08:06 Comedian Draft Tease 08:50 Ramy On Sesame Street 09:42 Last One Laughing UK Halloween 10:12 Kill Tony Ticket Mess   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com  For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening.  $4.99/month  John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

    11 min
  4. Comedy Survivor Week 16 - The Winner is....

    1 DAY AGO

    Comedy Survivor Week 16 - The Winner is....

    The winner of Comedy Survivor is revealed... Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com  For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening.  $4.99/month  John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

    5 min

  5. 1 DAY AGO

    Dave Chappelle on Republicans “Weaponizing” Trans Jokes; Nikki Glaser’s Image Shift; Kevin Hart's new Netflix show

    Johnny Mac delivers Daily Briefing comedy news on 4/20, highlighting Dave Chappelle’s NPR interview where he says Republicans weaponized transgender jokes, recounts a Lauren Boebert photo incident, and argues art and speech require nuance beyond red/blue absolutes; he also comments on whether the president is funny and notes Chappelle recorded an episode for Michelle Obama’s podcast in Yellow Springs. New releases include Hulu’s “4/20 Quick Hits” executive produced by Jimmy Kimmel and Netflix’s “Funny AF with Kevin Hart,” a global live-voting comedy competition with rotating celebrity judges. The episode focuses heavily on Nikki Glaser’s rising profile (special coming Friday, hosting the 2026 Time 100 Gala) including Chris Rock’s praise, Time’s “saying yes to it all” framing, her comments on fans, roasts, and apologizing for harmful jokes, plus a “Comedy Survivor” finale tease. Other items: Trevor Noah’s special, Joe Rogan’s Time 100 blurb by Mike Rowe, Billy Crystal’s Broadway show “860,” and Richard Gadd canceling a Sydney Comedy Festival appearance.   00:18 Chappelle on Politics 01:41 Trump Funny Question 02:03 Michelle Obama Podcast 02:27 Kimmel Hulu 420 Docs 03:03 Kevin Hart Netflix Funny AF Format 04:30 Nikki Glaser Image Shift 04:57 Time100 Hosting Buzz 06:31 Kim K Connection 09:08 Glaser on Fans Roasts 11:48 Trevor oah Review 13:08 Time100 Rogan       Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com  For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening.  $4.99/month  John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

    15 min

  6. 2 DAYS AGO

    Late-Night Talk with Fard Muhammad: Carson Curtains, Streaming, SNL UK, Lorne Michaels, Leno vs. Letterman, and Colbert’s Cancellation

    Host Johnny Mac interviews Fard Muhammed about late-night TV, starting with Muhammed’s multicolor “Carson curtains” backdrop made from wedding-curtain pieces for his planned talk-show-history web series. They discuss viewing habits (Kimmel, Fallon, Colbert), the problem of monologues hitting YouTube early, and ideas for simulcasting or streaming late-night sooner, comparing it to SNL’s simultaneous airing. They debate Peacock’s delay for SNL UK, assess SNL UK’s tone, recent experimental U.S. episodes, and intro-sequence choices, and discuss whether Lorne Michaels should stay. They revisit NBC’s 10 p.m. Jay Leno experiment, alternate Conan/Jay scenarios, and defend Fallon’s Tonight Show stewardship. Mohammed offers a nuanced view of Leno, argues Letterman deserved the 1992 Tonight Show, and says Conan needed more time. They end on Colbert’s ending, alleging external pressures, fearing a domino effect toward syndicated replacements, and noting After Midnight and Taylor Tomlinson’s exit as a warning sign.  00:25 Carson Curtain Backdrop 04:28 Late Night vs Streaming 07:56 SNL UK Release Frustrations 10:49 SNL Hosts and Cast Spotlight 14:03 Lorne Michaels Succession 18:01 Jay Leno 10 PM Experiment 21:19 Conan What If Timeline 25:22 Fallon Gets Tonight Show 28:27 Jay Leno Reputation Debate 34:52 Conan Needed Time 39:48 Conan Was a Gamble 41:32 Colbert Ending Reactions 45:25 Future of Late Night 48:00 Kimmel is The New King 49:15 Gutfeld Ratings Debate 51:21 Mulaney Needed a Format 53:53 Taylor Tomlinson Butterfly Effect 57:41 Colbert Cost Cutting Options 60:40 Byron Allen     Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com  For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening.  $4.99/month  John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

    1hr 5min

  7. 3 DAYS AGO

    Kill Tony Heads to WrestleMania Weekend

    Johnny Mac’s daily comedy news previews Tony Hinchcliffe bringing Kill Tony to WrestleMania 42 tonight after night one at Dolby Live at Park MGM with WWE stars, legends, comedians, and surprise guests, noting last year’s Roast of WrestleMania felt underwhelming. Bowen Yang reflects on not seeing himself as a star at SNL, Lorne Michaels advising him not to be a “poster child for racial harmony,” and the value of bombing and moving on. The LA Times profiles Sheng Wang’s new special Purple, with Ali Wong praising his craft and process; Wang discusses touring growth, post-special writing fear, and the title’s “purplish” themes. Chelsea Handler shares her views on casual dating and marriage. Ben Carlin discusses how Stephen Colbert might end his late-night run and praises The Colbert Report. The Moon Tower Comedy Festival and Melbourne International Comedy Festival wrap up with show listings and clips, plus Philadelphia’s “Weeding Out The Stoned” live show details.   00:16 Kill Tony WrestleMania 01:09 Bowen Yang SNL Reflections 01:43 Shang Wang Purple Special 03:49 Chelsea Handler On Marriage 04:22 Colbert Late Night Future 05:42 Moontower Festival Picks 06:38 Melbourne Fest Clips 09:46 420 Philly Comedy Show   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com  For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening.  $4.99/month  John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

    10 min

  8. 4 DAYS AGO

    Dave Chappelle Hints at Possible Chappelle’s Show Return

    Johnny Mac delivers a daily comedy news briefing led by Dave Chappelle saying he’s recently considering bringing back Chappelle’s Show after walking away from a reported $50M Comedy Central deal in 2005, while also reflecting on success, legacy, and staying true to his work. The episode previews Rami Youssef’s HBO special “Rami Youssef in Love” and recaps Trevor Noah’s new special material about politics and Trump’s reaction to an Epstein/Greenland joke. Ali Siddiq discusses influences and storytelling roots, and Pete Holmes compares managing comedy to “watering a cactus,” noting nostalgia for old gatekeepers. The show covers criticism of Byron Allen’s “Comics Unleashed,” late-night jokes about Trump attacking Pope Leo, promotes upcoming “Comedy Draft” and “Comedy Survivor” (Sarah Silverman vs. Nikki Glaser), issues “comedy stock market” buys (Chappelle, Diane Morgan, Flight of the Conchords) and a sell (Nikki Glaser), and notes items including Sadie Sandler’s Netflix film “Roommates,” “Jumanji Open World,” Moon Tower festival listings, and Kelly McFarland’s album “Hot Gnome.”   00:23 Chappelle Show Revival Talk 01:40 Ramy Youssef HBO Special 02:03 Trevor Noah Trump Joke Fallout 03:41 Ali Siddiq Storytelling Roots 04:23 Pete Holmes Comedy Balance 05:17 Comics Unleashed Roast 06:05 Late Night Pope Jokes 07:12 Comedy Draft And Comedy Survivor 08:13 Comedy Stock Market Picks 10:13 Sandler And Jumanji Updates 11:38 Moon Tower Festival Lineup 12:56 Kelly McFarland Album Drop 1  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com  For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening.  $4.99/month  John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

    14 min
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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 format.If you want to know what comedians are talking about, what’s happening behind the scenes in comedy, and how stand-up and late night are evolving day by day, this is your daily stop for comedy news. New episodes every day. Episodes include commentary and parody. Facebook Group: Daily Comedy News Podcast GroupReddit: r/dailycomedynewsInstagram: @dailycomedynewsYouTube: Subscribe on YouTubeWeb: www.dailycomedynews.comGet the Ad-Free Experience Subscribe on your favorite podcast app through Caloroga Shark Media. Apple users—just tap the "Uninterruped Listening" banner in your app. Buy Me A Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews Join the $2 Club or toss something in the tip jar! Value for Value & Podcasting 2.0 supporterContact Us Email: john [at] thesharkdeck [dot] comTwitter/X: @dcnpod (because the handle we wanted was taken by someone who tweeted once)Daily Comedy News is a production of Caloroga Shark Media—the leaders in short-form daily podcasts .Portions of this podcast were created with the assistance of AI.  You think we hired a band to sing the Gossip Corner song? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support.

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