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

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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. 3H 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

  2. 1D 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.

    1h 5m

  3. 2D 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

  4. 3D 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

  5. 4D AGO

    Is Nikki Glaser roast dodging? Mulaney Tour Review and Jim Gaffigan's favorite sandwich

    Johnny Mac delivers daily comedy news, focusing on reactions to Nikki Glaser’s candid discussion of ethical non-monogamy and speculation that her team is steering her away from roasts (she’s in LA during the Kevin Hart roast but booked for Netflix Is a Joke). He cites a Minneapolis Star Tribune review of John Mulaney’s current tour highlighting risk-taking material and a mention of his $200 cash limit to avoid relapse. He recaps Jim Gaffigan’s sandwich talk with Stephen Colbert, previews Greg Gutfeld’s Fox Nation game show “What Did I Miss?” and notes late-night ratings where Gutfeld leads total viewers. He recounts seeing “Oslo” at Costco and a time-padding Q&A, flags a TMZ-reported Pete Davidson porn joke, covers UK concerns about relocating the Edinburgh TV Festival, highlights Melbourne Comedy Festival acts, and lists Austin’s Moontower Comedy Festival picks.   00:20 Nikki Glaser Oversharing 01:32 Roast Career Strategy 02:50 John Mulaney Tour Review 04:01 Gaffigan Sandwich Talk 05:01 Gutfeld Game Show Return 06:25 Late Night Ratings Rundown 07:15 Show Time Padding 08:27 Pete Davidson Weird Bit 09:04 UK Comedy Industry News 10:12 Melbourne Fest Clips 12:35 Brett McKenzie Tour Notes   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

  6. 5D AGO

    Ralphie May doc looks good, Cunk Returns, and Letterman weighs in on CBS 11:30

    Johnny Mac reacts to the end of Raw Dog Comedy Uncensored. Moving on, he loos forewad to the May 28 release of the Ralphie May documentary “Come What May,” with a trailer highlighting May’s life, addiction, and impact. David Letterman comments on Byron Allen’s “Comics Unleashed” and how it’s a cost-saving, ad-sold panel format. The episode also covers Diane Morgan’s return as Philomena Cunk in “Cunk on Cinema” for BBC and Netflix, Brett McKenzie on how Flight of the Conchords’ reunion shows came together, Comedy Survivor finale voting (Nikki Glaser vs. Sarah Silverman), Silverman cast as Rabbi Eden in Netflix’s “Nobody Wants This” season 3, Tim Dillon’s Meghan Markle jokes, Moon Tower schedule highlights, and a positive review plus clip of Lou Wall at the Melbourne Comedy Festival. 00:00 Raw Dog Replaced 01:23 How Raw Dog Worked 02:22 Programming Rotation 101 03:11 Raw Dog Farewell 03:50 Ralphie May Documentary 06:15 Letterman on Byron Allen 07:45 Philomena Cunk Returns 08:51 Flight of the Conchords Reunion 11:04 Comedy Survivor Finale 11:29 Sarah Silverman Cast News 12:01 Tim Dillon on Markle 13:10 Festival Schedules and Lou Wall   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.

    16 min
  7. Scrubs 10x8 My Odds

    5D AGO

    Scrubs 10x8 My Odds

    Johnny Mac recaps Scrubs Season 10, episode 8, focusing on Dr. Cox’s return to Sacred Heart, JD’s excitement to impress him, and Cox’s collapse from microscopic polyangiitis (MPA), an autoimmune disease causing early renal failure and a grim prognosis. He praises scenes between Cox, JD, and Dr. Park, likes the nurses and interns, and strongly dislikes the HR manager character. Other plots include Dr. Tash’s avoidable mistake, Dr. Reed’s harsh response, and Cox admitting he was too hard on Elliot. Mac highlights Bill Lawrence’s intent to explore JD becoming caretaker to his former mentor, and notes emotional moments where Cox admits fear and asks JD to keep him alive. He also summarizes a PaleyFest panel with cast and creators, audience emotional reactions to episode 9, discussion of the janitor’s reality, interest in bringing back more original characters including Ken Jenkins, and ABC’s pending renewal decision.   00:47 Cox Returns   01:25 Diagnosis and Stakes 02:05 Other Plotlines and HR Rant 02:26 Caretaker Role Reversal 02:44 Creator Insights and Themes 04:16 PaleyFest Panel Setup 05:03 Panel Highlights and Light Spoilers 06:18 Renewal Talk and Wrap Up 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.

    7 min

  8. 6D AGO

    Trevor Noah Drops a New Netflix Special, Mark Normand’s ‘Human Trials,’ and Joe Rogan seems to have Trump fatigue

    We cover Trevor Noah’s surprise Netflix special “Joy in the Trenches,” and Mark Normand’s upcoming YouTube series “Human Trials,” which puts comics in front of hyper-niche audiences with interviews and feedback. He reacts to pricey, fast-selling Flight of the Conchords and Kevin Hart roast tickets for Netflix Is A Joke, and notes the band joked about needing YouTube to remember their songs. Politics enters with Joe Rogan calling himself “politically homeless” and criticizing war with Iran; Tim Dillon, Dana Carvey, and David Spade also discuss Trump’s appearance and Iran. Dave Chappelle attends a ribbon cutting for a restored schoolhouse housing a relocated local radio station he helped save. Johnny reviews seeing Atsuko Okatsuka in Princeton with opener Maddie Kelly. He urges listeners to vote in the Comedy Survivor finale: Nikki Glaser vs. Sarah Silverman.   00:33 Trevor Noah Surprise Special 01:02 Mark Normand Human Trials 02:21 Flight of the Conchords Ticket Shock 03:46 Rogan Gets Political 05:11 Comedians Roast Trump 06:11 Chappelle Saves Local Radio 07:06 SNL Parody That Almost Happened 07:48 Comedy Survivor Finale Voting 08:22 Review Night at the Theater   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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