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Jan. 29, 2026

Nikki Glaser Hulu Special, Nate Bagatze Game Show and Ron Funches' Ha…

Johnny Mac covers the latest in the comedy industry, including Guy Branum's spicy social media post about Whitney Cummings and Nikki Glaser's upcoming Hulu special 'Good Girl,' premiering on April 24th. The episode also discu...

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Jan. 28, 2026

Shane Gillis' Snowboarding Adventure plus Late Night on killing of Al…

Shane Gillis and snowboarder Shaun White's recent snowboarding adventure in Central Park, John Mulaney's contributions to Olivia Munn's family, and Bert Kreischer's health updates are all covered. The show also highlights upc...

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Jan. 27, 2026

Alex Pretti - comedy reaction so far. Did SNL Blow it? PLUS Whitney C…

Comedy Reactions to Serious News: Alex Prety's Tragic Incident and More Johnny Mac discusses the killing of Alex Pretti in Minnesota and its impact on the comedy community. He mentions the lack of immediate reactions from comedians, including SNL's...

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Jan. 26, 2026

Comedy Survivor Episode 4 - Week 3 Result follows an NFL Doubleheader

The Facebook Group has spoken....and another comedian leaves the island. Week 4 Voting is now open.

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Jan. 26, 2026

Pete Davidson's 'Podcast', Bert Kreischer's Shirtless Gimmick, and Ji…

Johnny Macc discusses recent events and controversies in the comedy world. Topics include Pete Davidson's new Netflix show incorrectly labeled as a 'video podcast', Bert Kreischer's shirtless comedy routine, and comments on H...

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Jan. 25, 2026

Seinfeld and Nate Bargatze on not wasting bits PLUS is the Comedy Ind…

Johnny Mac covers a range of topics in the comedy world. Highlights include Jerry Seinfeld and Nate Brargatze's conversation about joke longevity and the impact of social media on comedy. Dave Chappelle reminisces about his t...

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Jan. 24, 2026

Mac and Mike discuss the Top Comedians

Johnny Macc is joined by Mike Chisholm, the host of the 'Letterman Podcast'. 00:26 Discussing the Top Comedy Specials of 2025 01:29 Debating the Billboard Top 25 Comedians 02:30 Norm Macdonald's Comedy Legacy 05:45 Mitch Hedb...

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Jan. 23, 2026

Remembering Uncle Floyd Vivino

In this bonus episode, Johnny Mac pays tribute to Floyd Vivino, better known as Uncle Floyd, who passed away at 74. Vivino was a local TV legend in the New York and New Jersey area, having launched 'The Uncle Floyd Show' in 1...

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Jan. 23, 2026

Is Bert Kriesicher's Free Bert bad?

Johnny Mac discusses the Hollywood Reporter's review of Bert Kreischer's Netflix show 'Free Bird,' critiquing its shift from his usual comedic persona. The Hollywood Reporter's comparison of 'Free Bert' to other comedian-driv...

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Jan. 22, 2026

Did Ricky Gervais steal a joke for his Golden Globes winning special?

Bert Kreischer's new show premieres on Netflix while Ricky Gervais faces allegations of joke stealing from Andy Field. Johnny also highlights a detailed conversation between Jerry Seinfeld and Nate Bargatze about comedy story...

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Jan. 21, 2026

Netflix Is a Joke Festival 2026: An Epic Comedy Lineup

The return of the 'Netflix is a Joke' festival is set to take place in Los Angeles from May 4-10, 2026. Featuring over 350 live events, the festival will showcase a host of comedy stars such as Kevin Hart, John Mulaney, Seth ...

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Jan. 20, 2026

Ricky Gervais' Security Escapades and Chris D'Elia's Comedy World Fal…

Johnny Mac discusses Ricky Gervais' over-the-top security measures during his stand-up performances and the audience's mixed reactions to his controversial material. Chris D'Elia speaks out about feeling deserted by the comed...

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Jan. 19, 2026

Kam Patterson's SNL Kill Tony Controversy

Johnny Mac discusses comedian Cam Patterson's controversial comments about Saturday Night Live, which could impact his career. He also covers John Oliver's thoughts on corporate mergers, George Carlin's reaction to other come...

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Jan. 19, 2026

Comedy Survivor Episode 3 - Week 2 Result has a Dramatic Upset

The results for Comedy Survivor Week 2 are in, and there's a dramatic upset as a major comedian leaves the island. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--452215...

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Jan. 18, 2026

Mike and Mac - Top 10 Greatest Late Night Hosts (Part 2)

Johnny Mac and Mike Chisholm discuss the top 10 late night hosts of all time, starting with recaps from the previous episode and details on hosts from number six through to number one. The discussion covers the contributions ...

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Jan. 17, 2026

Mike and Mac - Top 10 Greatest Late Night Hosts (Part 1)

Johnny Mac teams up with Mike Chisholm, host of the Letterman Podcast, to discuss and react to Mike's personally curated list of the top 10 late-night hosts of all time. The conversation covers the first four entries on Mike'...

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Jan. 16, 2026

Is Bill Burr's Monday Morning Podcasting hemorrhaging?

An internet thread suggested Bill Burr's podcasts are down, and the comments section has turned against him. Johnny Mac takes a look. Nate Bargatze is leaving podcasting. the iHeart Podcast Awards nominees are annonced. Da...

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Jan. 15, 2026

Pete Davidson Netflix 'Podcast' Controversy, and Joe Rogan has a Cron…

In today's angsty episode of Daily Comedy News, Johnny Mac critiques Netflix's announcement of Pete Davidson's new 'video podcast,' asserting it's more of a TV show than a podcast. He also covers upcoming comedy specials from...

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Jan. 14, 2026

The Case Against Ricky Gervais, Shane Gillis' New Deal and Jerry Sein…

Johnny Mac discusses a provoking article by Jason Zinoman from the New York Times, questioning whether the worst Netflix special of the year, Ricky Gervais's 'Mortality,' deserved its Golden Globe win. Other highlights includ...

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Jan. 13, 2026

What was Wanda Sykes even talking about?????

ohnny Mac discusses Wanda Sykes' comment on mediocre white guys at the Golden Globes and questions its intended targets. He also speaks about Adam Sandler's recent career achievements, Nikki Glaser's performance as a Golden G...

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Jan. 12, 2026

Comedy Survivor Episode 2 - Week 1 Result has Major Comedian Eliminat…

In 'Comedy Survivor' 16 comedians are stranded on an island, and the audience votes one off each week https://www.facebook.com/groups/dcnpod This epsiode description is short to avoid spoilers! Fun episode.

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Jan. 12, 2026

Nikki Glaser crushes Golden Globes, Bowen Yang kinda canceled, John M…

Golden Globes Recap and Controversies in Comedy Johnny Mack delivers the daily comedy news, starting with a detailed recap of Nikki Glaser’s performance at the Golden Globes, including memorable jokes targeting celebrities like George Clooney,...

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Jan. 11, 2026

Mike and Mac - The State of Comedy in 2026

Johnny Mac and Mike Chisholm from The Letterman Podcast discuss the state of comedy as 2025 came to an end. They explore the divided yet successful comedy landscape, highlighting different styles from clean family acts to con...

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Jan. 10, 2026

Nikki Glaser Preps for the Golden Globes and Hollywood's Lavish Gift …

Johnny Mac provides an entertaining update on the upcoming Golden Globes ceremony, hosted by Nikki Glaser. He highlights Nikki's reflections on her initial hosting experiences and the challenges of her new gig. The discussion...

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