Episodes

Iliza Shlesinger on feminism and comedy, Bob Odenkirk's reflections on his creative partnership with David Cross, and Jimmy O. Yang's take on creating relatable content. Rachel Feinstein opens up about working with ADHD, while Seth Meyers discusses the challenges of finding humor in politics and adjusting to the loss of his show's band. W. Kamau Bell's charitable standup shows, and a glimpse into Tokyo Comedy Bar. Get the show without ads. Five bucks. For Apple users, hit the banner on your App...

Johnny Mac shares humorous late-night jokes from Jimmy Fallon, John Stewart, Seth Meyers, LateBot and Stephen Colbert targeting Donald Trump and Joe Biden. Theo Von discusses his views on potential US involvement in the Middle East conflict. Tom Segura's 'Bad Thoughts' is renewed for a second season on Netflix. Jerrod Carmichael's interview with Hollywood Reporter touches on candid discussions of sex in comedy. Jeff Ross shares his experience with colon cancer and a new one-man show. Additionall...

Johnny Mac discusses Marc Maron's reflections on ending his podcast and participating in a new documentary, "Are We Good?" The episode also covers Burt Kreischer's unexpected moment in a WWE Raw segment, a Sydney Morning Herald profile on Joe Rogan's influence in Australia, Nate Jackson's upcoming Netflix special, and Chelsea Handler's headlining at the Rochester Fringe Festival. Tributes to late comedian Ken Flores and the continuation of his tour's legacy are also discussed. Get the show witho...

Johnny Mac highlights a variety of topics including Nate Bargatze's support for up-and-coming comedians, Steve Carell’s lively commencement speech at Northwestern University, and the notable impact of Dave Smith's shifting political stance. The episode also covers Patton Oswalt's new Audible special, performances at the Just for Laughs festival in Montreal, and an upcoming biography on Johnny Carson by Mark Malkoff. Get the show without ads. Five bucks. For Apple users, hit the banner on your Ap...

John Mulaney humorously addresses what a 'John Mulaney type' is, while Iliza Shlesinger discusses her unique joke-writing process. Jack Black is set to receive the King of Comedy Award at the 2025 Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards, joining previous honoree, Adam Sandler. Sommore is highlighted as the Queen of Comedy at the upcoming DC Comedy Festival. Comedian Leanne Morgan shares details about her new sitcom, while Roseanne recounts a recent tractor accident. The Television Academy announces the ...

Johnny Mac covers the latest in the comedy world for June 16th. Highlights include Druski's trailer release for 'The Diggers' featuring Theo Von and Shane Gillis, Jim Gaffigan's parenting anecdotes and pre-stage rituals, and John Mulaney's insights from a Hollywood reporter roundtable. The segment also discusses the potential production of 'Spacballs Two' with Mel Brooks, Taylor Thomason's decision to leave her show, and Jerry Seinfeld extending his Beacon Theater residency. Additional segments ...

00:00 Introduction and Jim Gaffigan's Creative Journey 00:35 Jim Gaffigan on Family and SNL Experience 01:19 Joe List's Comedy Insights 03:18 Brad Williams on Performing and Politics 04:27 Kamail Nanjiani and Modern Comedy Challenges 06:22 Bill Burr...

Johnny Mac discusses the Tribeca Festival conversation between Jim Gaffigan and Michael Ian Black on the trials of parenting. Additionally, Matt Rife talks about the challenges of balancing crowd work and prepared material while managing an intense tour schedule. Meanwhile, Brad Williams shares his journey into comedy, and Zarna Garg reflects on self-care in the entertainment industry. Kevin Pollock, Jenna Fisher, and Donald Gleason also feature, offering insights and personal stories. Lastly, t...

Johnny Mac discusses the controversy surrounding Olivia Munn's comments about children's program Miss Rachel, which led to violent threats against her family. John Mulaney and Miss Rachel respond to the situation. The pod also touches on late-night Emmy nominations and the low number of submissions, noting appearances by David Letterman on CBS Sunday Morning and Conan O'Brien's surprise bus ride in Cambridge. Additionally, it highlights the release of comedian Ska Koska's second standup special ...

Johnny Mac covers a wide array of comedy news including Tim Dillon's thoughts on Long Island's culinary contributions, Iliza Shlesinger's PR campaign for an Emmy nomination, and Jamie Foxx's upcoming tour blending comedy with gospel choirs. John also discusses Marx Maron's reflections on the impact of podcasting, and Bert Kreischer's controversial opinion on Ohio being America's best state. Additionally, he highlights various comedians' projects and achievements, including Jacob Samuel's new alb...

Johnny Mac covers the latest in comedy news, including Conan O'Brien's return to NBC's Late Night with Seth Meyers. Johnny also discusses potential cast changes at SNL and Jamie Foxx's emotional speech at the BET Awards. Kevin Hart's hosting highlights are recapped, along with new TV show updates, such as Jim Jeffries' 'The Snake' and Patton Oswalt's controversial casting in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. 00:00 Introduction and Conan O'Brien's Return 00:35 Just for Laughs Montreal Festival Lineu...

Johnny Mac delivers the latest updates in comedy news, beginning with Billboard's midyear report on the top touring comedians from October 2024 to March 2025, featuring notable earnings and ticket sales for Jeff Dunham, Joe oy, Gabriel Iglesias, Kevin Hart, and Sebastian Maniscalco. Mack then covers anecdotes from Shane Gillis talking about his experience at the Masters and his appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast. Other segments include a discussion on Shane Gillis’s show 'Tires,' insights from Ja...

Johnny Mac discusses the return of Dave Chappelle's summer shows and a conversation between Chappelle and Mo Amer about their experiences and challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic and the recent Writers Guild strike. The episode also covers Theo Von's comments on Palestine, John Mulaney's uncertain future with Netflix, and insights on the late-night show circuit, including Seth Meyers and Brett Goldstein's anecdotes. The episode concludes with a story about Jeff Garlin walking out on a comedy ...

Johnny Mac discusses Tim Dlloni's humorous critique of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry on Fox News Digital. Seth Meyers reflects on his experience writing for SNL's 50th anniversary special. The segment also features a scathing review of Rob Schneider's 'You Can Do It' tour by the Dallas Observer, exploring Schneider's shift towards conservative comedy. Additionally, there's a fluff piece from Variety on Rob McElhenney and Kaitlin Olson’s Hollywood success, and Screen Rant's anticipation for Adam...

Johnny Mac dives into a fascinating interview with Conan O'Brien about his travel packing tips, recommending versatile clothes and practical necessities. The episode also includes stand-up comedy insights from John Mulaney, Iliza Shlesinger, and Mark Watson, and touches on a controversial joke by Paul Foot about diabetes. Additionally, it highlights the BBC's new comedy lineup and discusses the impact of AI on the comedy industry. 00:00 Conan O'Brien's Travel Tips 00:51 Conan's Packing Essential...

Johnny Mac covers Kevin Hart's new Hulu series 'LOL Live' featuring 30-minute sets from various comedians, including a posthumous performance by Ken Flores. Then, there's a focus on Ian Karmel's significant weight loss and personal struggles as detailed in a GQ profile. Other topics include Andrew Schutz's views on cancel culture, Joe List's new special 'Small Ball,' and Iliza Shlesinger's career evolution. The episode also touches on David Cross's new climate crisis video, Hari Kondabolu's thou...

Johnny Mac delivers the latest in comedy news, highlighting season two of Shane Gillis’s 'Tires' on Netflix and Adam Sandler's 'Happy Gilmore 2' trailer. He discusses the lineup for the Just For Laughs festival in Montreal, Robert Smigel's new podcast, and Conan O’Brien's reaction to 'Hacks'. The show also covers a controversial lawsuit against Helium Comedy Club, Seth Meyers' future in late-night TV, and Josh Goleman's upcoming comedy special. Additionally, a charity comedy night in Chicago is ...

Johnny Mac discusses Marc Maron's announcement that his long-running podcast 'WTF with Marc Maron' will end this fall after 16 years and 1600 episodes. Maron and producer Brendan McDonald made the mutual decision to wrap up the show. Highlights from Maron's interview with John Mulaney are shared, alongside discussions on the evolution of podcasting, including some standout moments from other popular podcasts like Joe Rogan's talk with Jimmy Carr and Mike Birbiglia's insights on Netflix deals. Ri...

Johnny Mac covers the comedic feud between Seth Meyers and Jimmy Kimmel as they exchange humorous attack ads in the race for Emmy nominations. Season 2 of the comedy series 'Tires' is set to premiere on Netflix, featuring new cast members like Thomas Hayden Church and Vince Vaughn. Shane Gillis voices his thoughts on targeted commercials during the NBA playoffs, while Hannah Berner recounts an awkward performance in New Hampshire. Also, the long-lost Jerry Lewis film 'The Day the Clown Cried' co...

In this episode of Daily Comedy News, Johnny Mack discusses the latest in the comedy world, including criticism aimed at Shane Gillis for blaming Gen Z for his SNL monologue flop, highlights of a new travel guide to LA's comedy scene by OCO AT TKA, and a sneak peek at Rob Riggle’s upcoming memoir, 'Grit Spit and Never Quit.' The episode also features insights from W. Kamau Bell on ridiculing Trump, Brad Williams on overcoming bullying through comedy, and Jim Jeffries’ reflections on his career a...

Host Johnny Mac provides updates on the comedy world, including Jimmy Carr's new podcast 'The Big Pitch,' where celebrities pitch niche film ideas to Carr in partnership with Netflix. He also discusses comedian Andrew Lawrence's show cancellation following a controversial social media post about a tragic event in Liverpool. The episode covers upcoming comedy releases like 'Anxiety Club,' 'The Pickup' featuring Eddie Murphy and Pete Davidson, and Aziz Ansari's 'Good Fortune' with Keanu Reeves. Ad...

Johnny Mac discusses Nikki Glaser's recent podcast appearance and her response to Lana Del Rey's feedback on her humor. The segment also covers Tom Segura's controversial Netflix series 'Bad Thoughts,' Kevin Hart's views on the value of rejection, and insights from a comedian round table featuring notable comics like Roy Wood Jr. and Sarah Silverman. Howie Mandel's take on America's Got Talent and Brett Goldstein's thoughts on the challenges of stand-up comedy are also highlighted. The episode e...

Clint Eastwood is more than a movie star—he’s a myth, a mayor, a meme, and maybe the last great American icon. In this cinematic biography told one film at a time, we break down the legend behind the lens. From spaghetti Westerns to Oscar-winning dramas, from Dirty Harry to political oddities like debating an empty chair, Eastwood Reloaded explores how one man reshaped the silver screen—and what it cost him to become the myth. Each 10-minute episode dives into a single chapter of Eastwood’s life...

Johnny Mac discusses Ricky Gervais receiving his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and reflects on Ricky's approach to controversial comedy topics. The episode also covers Nick Kroll's experience organizing John Mulaney's intervention during the pandemic and criticism of Mulaney's show. Additionally, the tensions around bike lanes in New York City and a conversation about Bob Gale's insights into adapting 'Back to the Future' for the stage are highlighted. The episode wraps up with information ...