Episodes

Johnny Mac's 'Daily Comedy News' dives into Billboard's top 10 comedy tours of 2025, highlighting the achievements of comedians like Nate Brize, Kevin Hart, Nikki Glaser, and more. Nikki Glaser earns a spot as the only woman in the top 10, while Weird Al Yankovic and Matt Rife also make notable appearances. The episode also includes a playful segment about Bert Kreischer's supposed parking habits, a profile on Marc Maron's reflective thoughts on aging, and mentions of Jimmy Carr's commitment to ...

Johnny mac discusses Dave Chappelle's unexpected Netflix special, giving it a strong review and comparing it to other top comedy specials of the year. He reflects on Chappelle's performance and the unusual release strategy. The episode also covers Bowen Yang's emotional departure from Saturday Night Live and speculates on his future career moves. Additionally, there's a brief mention of a physical altercation at Conan O'Brien's holiday party, and a review of Kumail Nanjiani's special, which John...

In this episode of 'Daily Comedy News 2025 Unwrapped,' Johnny Mac humorously reviews the most mentioned comedians and comedy trends of the year. The AI-generated data reveals Bill Burr as the most mentioned comedian with 135 mentions, followed by John Mulaney and Shane Gillis. SNL dominated the discussion of shows with 227 mentions. According to the data, podcasts were the most frequently mentioned topic in comedy, highlighting their significance in the industry. The show wraps up with key takea...

Johnny Mac delivers the latest in comedy news, covering the tearful revelations at Rob Reiner's memorial, Amy Schumer's looming divorce with Chris Fisher, Bowen Yang's sudden departure from SNL, and Pete Davidson welcoming a baby girl. Also, Tom Cruise teases his upcoming comedy 'Digger,' while Jimmy Kimmel reflects on a challenging year. The episode wraps up discussing the state of HBO's comedy specials and a satirical look at upcoming comedy films. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://w...

Bert Kriesicher's hosting gig on CBS's New Year's Eve Nashville Big Bash alongside Hardy and Halle Bailey. Tom Segura's new Netflix special, 'Teacher,' will be released on Christmas Eve. Additionally, Segura is opening a bakery in Austin. Kumail Nanjiani's comedy special 'Night Thoughts' debuts on Hulu amid confusion over his comedic persona shift. Amy Schumer's Instagram activity fuels more gossip about her divorce, while Robbie Hoffman discusses cancel culture and her new projects. Jimmy Fallo...

Johnny Mac delivers daily comedy news, discussing a secret feud between Amy Schumer and Nikki Glaser, and Schumer’s controversial prenup jokes. Anthony Jeselnik talks about his break from podcasting, while Jerry Seinfeld and Sacha Baron Cohen express sorrow over a tragedy in Sydney. The podcast also covers Ralphie May's tribute clips, Diane Morgan's philanthropic efforts, Kumail Nanjiani's new comedy special and his recent pet loss, and Dave Chappelle's thoughts on cancel culture. Become a suppo...

The holiday party at Conan O'Brien's house got dark. Rob Reiner's son, Nick, reportedly caused disturbances at the event, leading to a heated argument with his father. Later, Rob and his wife Michelle were tragically murdered, leaving Conan haunted by what he perceived as missed warning signs. Several Hollywood figures, including Bill Hader, expressed their sorrow and shock. Tributes from friends and collaborators, such as Billy Crystal and Harry Shearer, highlighted Reiner's legacy. Rob Schneid...

Johnny Mac presents today's Daily Comedy News, highlighting Mark Normand seeming overly eager to impress Jerry Seinfeld, comedians' debated views on marriage, Amy Schumer's surprising Instagram divorce announcement, and her recent Brooklyn townhouse sale. Robbie Hoffman's impressive special, Jimmy Carr's contentious performance in Riyadh, and his views on freedom of speech are discussed. Anthony Jeselnik's upcoming literature-focused book club aims to engage men in reading, while Sarah Sherman t...

Late NIght reacted to the death of Rob Reiner. Jimmy Kimmel was quite pointed about the President's comments. 00:14 Seinfeld's Connection to Rob Reiner 00:52 Rob Reiner's Influence on Seinfeld's Success 05:08 Late Night Hosts React to Rob Reiner's Death 08:58 Rob Reiner's Legacy and Contributions 10:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support . Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com T...

Cracked reminds us Rob Reiner changed comedy forever. Sarah Sherman's special gets mixed reviews. Robby Hoffman's special is one of the best of the year...might be #2! Anthony Jeselnik's take on Bill Burr's controversial year, including reactions...

John comments on the tragic deaths of esteemed director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michelle, found stabbed in their Brentwood, California home. Rob Reiner was renowned for directing classics like 'The Princess Bride' and 'When Harry Met Sally,' while also being an active political figure. Tributes from celebrities like Ben Stiller, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Barack Obama pour in, highlighting Rob and Michelle's impact on film, activism, and philanthropy. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www...

Johnny Mac delivers the latest in comedy news, highlighting Jordan Klepper's Comedy Central special examining if Donald Trump deserves a Nobel Peace Prize and his adventures in Mississippi, Oregon, and Norway. The script also covers Theo Von's Bible studies with Morgan Wallen, and the opening of Chichi Baba Italian bakery in Austin. Patton Oswalt praises Maria Bamford's comedic originality while Sebastian Maniscalco offers host gift advice on Drew Barrymore’s show. Jim Gaffigan discusses his off...

From Riyadh to his worst special. did Bill Burr have the Worst Year In Comedy? Johnny Mac shares his reflections on the best and worst comedy events and standup specials of the year. He highlights Conan O'Brien's Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for...

Johnny Mac shares his list of the top 25 stand-up specials of the year. Topping the list is Mark Maron's 'Panicked' on HBO Max, followed by Kevin Hart's 'Acting My Age' on Netflix, and Matt Rife's 'Unwrapped'. The episode also covers Jim Jeffries, Justin Willman, Gianmarco Soresi, Mo Amer, and more, categorizing them into top, middle, and borderline tiers. Note,the list is missing five notable late year releases, including specials from Sarah Sherman, Robbie Hoffman, Camille Nanjiani, Tom Segur...

Johnny Mac delivers the latest in comedy news, teasingg tomorrow's rundown of the top 25 stand-up specials of the year, excluding five major upcoming releases. Highlights from late-night shows include Stephen Colbert's tropical weather wish, Jimmy Fallon's edgy Trump joke, and Jimmy Kimmel's airport workout suggestion. Sarah Sherman's unique comedy special premieres on HBO, featuring her provocative humor. Robbie Hoffman's special on Netflix is anticipated, while Jon Stewart wins the Walter Cron...

David Letterman appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Andy Dick was found unresponsive in Hollywood, suspected of overdosing. Taylor Tomlinson canceled her tour due to ongoing illness, while Sarah Sherman and Michelle Wolf discussed their latest works and career challenges. Mike Epps announced a new Netflix special, and Nikki Glaser joined the cast of 'The Fifth Wheel' with Kim Kardashian. Anthony Jeselnik shared his top book picks for 2025. Jim Gaffigan released new material on social media, and Pete...

Johnny Mackdelivers the Daily Comedy News with highlights from a night at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center featuring Conan O'Brien and Stephen Colbert discussing the end of Colbert's show. Conan offers optimistic thoughts on the future of comedy. Jimmy Kimmel comments on hosting controversies and confirms his show's renewal. ABC lifts Hulu embargo, good news for Scrubs fans. Bill Lawrence's new show 'Rooster' starring Steve Carell is announced on HBO, and Sarah Sherman details her intense n...

Johnny Mac delivers his daily comedy news, kicking off with updates about the 83rd Golden Globe ceremony, hosted by Nikki Glaser, and highlighting comedy nominations including Bill Maher, Kevin Hart, and Sarah Silverman. He debates the merits of their performances, leaning towards Kevin Hart as his top pick despite artistic admiration for Silverman. Mac also touches upon TV series nominations, expressing skepticism about 'The Bear' being categorized as a comedy. In other segments, he humorously ...

Johnny Mac announces the 16 Comedians who will be part of Comedy Survivor, coming in January to the Daily Comedy News Podcast Group. Out Joke, Out Bit, Outlast. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support . Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com Thanks to our sponsors! Raycon Earbuds Underdog Fantasy Promo Code DCN Blue Chew Promo Code DCN Talkspace promo code Space 80 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcas...

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Johnny Mac reviews Vulture's Best Comedy Specials of 2025 list. He provides real-time reactions and shares his own preliminary list of top specials. Do they have Marc Maron too low (yes), do they have Bill Burr too high (yes) and will they be proved right about this Kumail Nanjiani special? The official DCN List will be the December 13th epsiode. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support . Contact John at John@theshar...

Johnny Mac delivers his daily comedy news from a freezing basement, battling a broken boiler. Kevin Hart shares life reflections on 'Diary of a CEO', while Gary Gulman humorously criticizes state abbreviations. Josh Johnson discusses the challenges...

In a lively episode, Johnny Mac tell us about Dave Chappelle's show in Edmonton which was marred by disruptive hecklers, drawing widespread social media criticism. Parents are agitated over Matt Rife's Netflix special, which we won't mention in the notes so we don't ruin Christmas. Despite controversies, Johnny Mac praises Rife's special as one of the year's best. Meanwhile, Netflix unveils 'Free Birch,' a Bert Kreischer comedy series that has potential to be either a hit or miss. On the lighte...

Johnny Mac continues his crusade to make 12:30 great again, challenging David Letterman to throw one watermelon off a towee and calls for a rebranding of the Letterman podcast to honor Conan O'Brien. Letterman's upcoming Netflix series featuring Michael B. Jordan and Jason Bateman is also mentioned. Johnny praises a Sesame Street and Knives Out crossover skit but criticizes Elmo's involvement. Mac calls for a Muppets version of Knives Out and reminisces about his own NASCAR pit road experiences....