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May 29, 2025

They're all mad at Shane Gillis for silly reasons

In this episode, John discusses the so-called 'controversial' nature of comedian Shane Gillis, focusing on his past SNL performance and recent podcast appearance. Chenny also shares reviews of comedy specials by Mike Birbigli...

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May 28, 2025

Mulaney's Sobriety, Birbiglia's New Special, Schumer's Real Estate, a…

Johnny Mac recaps the latest in comedy news. Topics include John Mulaney discussing his sobriety journey on Ted Danson's podcast, Mike Birbiglia's reflections on family and writing, Ronnie Chieng's journey to American citizen...

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May 27, 2025

Conan O'Brien's Career Reflections

Conan O'Brien discussed his career ups and downs on the Messy podcast with Christina Applegate and Jamie Lynn Sigler. The conversation spans his journey through television and the unexpected support he found online. The episo...

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May 26, 2025

Mike Birbiglia's New Netflix Special & Conan O'Brien's Legacy

Johnny Mac covers the latest in comedy news, discussing Mike Birbiglia's new Netflix special 'The Good Life,' which delves into personal themes including parenting and his father's stroke. Conan O'Brien reflects on his Tonigh...

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May 25, 2025

The Mount Rushmore of Late Night Comedy

Johnny Mac delves into the history and key figures of late-night television. He discusses the important contributions of hosts like Steve Allen, Jack Paar, Johnny Carson, David Letterman, Jay Leno, and Conan O'Brien. By compa...

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May 24, 2025

New specials this weekend from Jerrod Carmichael and Mike Birbiglia

Johnny Mac highlights two major comedy specials for the holiday weekend: Jerrod Carmichael's 'Don't Be Gay' on HBO Max and Mike Lia's Netflix special. Mack discusses Carmichael's lack of PR push and details from his special f...

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May 23, 2025

Knicks vs. Comedy, Shaq's Roast Plans, and Conan in Toy Story 5

From the NBA playoffs, a humorous piece by Celtics fan Josh Gondleman. Shaquille O'Neal hints at hosting a roast with a diverse comedian lineup. Conan O'Brien joins Toy Story 5 as a new character, SmartyAnts, with the movie's...

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May 22, 2025

Tim Dillon rejects CNN's premise PLUS one fan's unrealistic expectati…

Mike Birbiglia’s 'The Good Life' is out Monday. The episode also discusses a CNN appearance by Tim Dillon, his critique of traditional media, and observations on the 'Dude Bro Podcast' culture. Additionally, there's a review ...

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May 21, 2025

Is John Mulaney copying Chris Gethard?

Topics include Ryan Reynolds' appearance on Conan O'Brien, Sarah Silverman's reflections on October 7th, critical reviews of John Mulaney's Netflix talk show, and accusations that Mulaney's show mimics Chris Gethard's. Mateo ...

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May 20, 2025

Remembering George Wendt: Cheers Beloved Norm Peterson

George Wendt, best known for his iconic role as Norm Peterson on NBC’s 'Cheers.' has passed away at age 76, leaving behind a legacy admired by many. The episode highlights his career, including his six consecutive Emmy nomina...

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May 20, 2025

Sarah Silverman's new Netflix special is out today - and her big regr…

Sarah Silverman's extensive recent media appearances are recapped, including interviews with Conan O'Brien and Marc Maron. Sarah discussed topics ranging from her sleep cycle to her relationship with Pam Anderson. The latest ...

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May 19, 2025

Theo Von bar fight? Joe Rogan and Tom Segura on Kanye's new song

In an episode recorded last Thursday, host Johnny Mac covers various topics from the world of comedy and celebrity news. The episode includes updates on Theo Von's recent altercation, Joe Rogan's controversial discussion abou...

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May 18, 2025

John Mulaney's Rock Hall Thoughts

John Mulaney's commitment to reviewing Rock Hall of Fame inductees and snubs annually, despite past hurdles like Covid and personal issues. Mulaney also shared his humorous thoughts on 'Let's Twist Again' by Chubby Checker. J...

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May 17, 2025

SNL Finale? Are Colin Jost, Michael Che, Bowen Yang and others sayin…

Johnny Mac discusses the season finale of Saturday Night Live's 50th season and speculates about potential cast departures, including rumors surrounding Michael Che, Colin Jost, Heidi Gardner, and Bowen Yang. He also examines...

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May 15, 2025

Bill Burr on Accountability

Bill Burr's take on the issue of holding comedians accountable and how it contrasts with corporate America's behavior. Nate Bargatze talks about his career journey and expresses gratitude for staying a clean standup. Zarna G...

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May 15, 2025

Tom Segura's Bad Thoughts is HILARIOUS

Johnny Mac reviews Tom Segura's 'Bad Thoughts' on Netflix and shares insights from his appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast. He also discusses John Mulaney's push for Weird Al to be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Matt Rif...

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May 14, 2025

In the News: Letterman, Mulaney, Matt Rife, Tony Hinchcliffe

Johnny Mac delivers the latest in comedy news, including Ricky Gervais's tweet about 'The Office' spinoff 'The Paper,' highlights from the Fox Upfronts featuring Jamie Fox and David Letterman, and updates on upcoming TV shows...

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May 13, 2025

Tom Segura's Bad Thoughts (and yes he knows his butt looks bad)

Highlights include the release of Tom Segura's 'Bad Thoughts' on Netflix, Tony Hinchcliffe's appearance on Bill Maher's podcast, NBC's tribute to Joan Rivers featuring top comedians, and NBC's announcement for a 100-year cele...

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May 12, 2025

Louis CK's New Novel, Roseanne's Documentary, and Late Night TV Mount…

Johnny Mac discusses Louis CK's upcoming dramatic novel 'Ingram', set to be released on November 11th. CK emphasizes that the book is not a comedy, sharing insights into its creation and content. Additionally, a new documenta...

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May 11, 2025

Tom Segura Headlines Montreal's Just for Laughs Comedy Festival Retur…

Johnny Mac delivers the latest comedy news, celebrating the return of Montreal's Just for Laughs Comedy Festival after financial issues and new ownership. Headliners include Tom Segura, Mae Martin, and Russell Peters, with ad...

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May 10, 2025

New Pope Jokes, Amy Schumer vs Hilaria Baldwin, and Tracy Morgan on t…

Johnny Mac provides the latest comedy news, highlighting jokes and comments around the new American Pope from Chicago. He touches on celebrity feuds, specifically Amy Schumer calling Hilaria Baldwin a sociopath. There's also ...

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May 9, 2025

Jay Leno: Good Guy or Bad Guy?

Johnny Mac covers a variety of comedy topics including John Oliver's critique of a UK version of Saturday Night Live, David Cross's multifaceted career and tour, and Jimmy O. Yang's upcoming show in Hong Kong. The episode also features insights from...

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May 8, 2025

Sarah Silverman's Netflix Special, Conan O'Brien's New TV Season, and…

Johnny Mac discusses Sarah Silverman's upcoming Netflix special 'Postmortem' set to release on May 20th. Season two of 'Conan O'Brien Must Go' is now available on Max, featuring Conan's travels to New Zealand, Spain, and Austria. Conan also appears at...

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May 7, 2025

Bill Burr's Perspective on Fame P:US John Mulaney's Show Struggling?

Johnny Mac discusses Bill Burr's feature in The New Yorker, where Burr reflects on the temptations and challenges of fame, and his approach to comedy. The show also covers John Mulaney's Netflix series, noting its initial success and subsequent...

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