Episodes

We have our first cobtroversy. A ruling determines one possible vote was not clear, and that affects the result! Who went home from Comedy Island this week? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--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. Con...

Johnny Mac delivers a Daily Comedy News briefing previewing Nate Bargatze’s game show and a new Taylor Tomlinson special, then cites a Naughty but Nice Substack report claiming CBS News leader Barry Weiss is considering booking Joe Rogan on 60 Minutes, though sources say Rogan likely wouldn’t do it and would not be motivated by money. Jim Jefferies recounts meeting Dave Chappelle backstage shortly before Chappelle’s onstage attack, and Jefferies discusses preferring shows with his own fans, conc...

Johnny Mac delivers comedy news focused on the Scrubs revival premiering Wednesday at 8:00 PM on ABC (with Hulu next day). He shares personal enthusiasm for the original series and summarizes details from interviews with Zach Braff and Donald Faison: the revival mixes a young, diverse writers’ room with original writers, and centers on JD and Turk reconnecting at Sacred Heart as medicine and a new generation of interns have evolved while their friendship endures. Returning cast includes Zach Bra...

The focus is on celebrities who have publicly criticized Jay Leno. Arsenio Hall, Dennis Miller, Jimmy Kimmel, George Lopez, Patton Oswalt, Howard Stern, Conan O'Brien, Rosie O'Donnell, and Joan Rivers have all expressed their disdain for Leno for various reasons, highlighting their personal grievances and industry politics. The episode also features Kenan Thompson discussing his newfound appreciation for whiskey, his favorite fictional bartenders, and his experiences on SNL. 00:16 Celebrities Wh...

Colin Jost postpones his Del Lago Resort and Casino show in Waterloo, New York, rescheduled for Friday, March 27, with Del Lago citing scheduling conflicts and a syracuse.com conspiracy theory that it relates to Jost needing to recover from a bobsled segment shown during NBC’s Winter Olympics coverage in Lake Placid, where he screamed and said he thought he might die. Tom Segura tells Forbes his standup stories are real, discusses stopping his one-on-one podcast Tom Talks due to bandwidth, highl...

Dave Chappelle stopped by Matt’s Bar and Grill in Minneapolis, prompting a playful debate over whether he ate a Jucy Lucy and the burger’s disputed origin between Matt’s and the 5-8 Club. John previews coverage of Scrubs returning on Wednesday, February 25, shares personal context about watching medical shows with his physician wife, and quotes Zach Braff on re-grounding the show’s tone. He then recaps Stephen Colbert’s dispute with CBS over a political interview and FCC equal-time concerns, inc...

Johnny Mac leads with Stephen Colbert saying CBS lawyers blocked him from booking Texas State Representative James Talarico on The Late Show, citing concerns around the FCC equal time rule and an FCC chairman Brendan Carr letter suggesting talk-show exemptions could be dropped. Colbert instead posts the interview to The Late Show’s YouTube page. The show also recaps Dave Chappelle’s Minneapolis performance per the Minneapolis Star Tribune and reviews of his Super Bowl weekend/Bay Area sets from ...

Johnny Mac hosts a slow news day and leads with Parade Magazine’s coverage of George Lopez launching a four-piece stovetop barbecue grill and smoker, which Lopez demonstrates on Instagram and invites fans to suggest what he should cook. The episode also covers Amy Schumer posting a red bikini video and sharing a message about laughing with friends, getting off screens, breathing, moving, and jumping in water. Nate Bargatze is noted as Grand Marshal at the Daytona 500, where he slept at the track...

The listeners voted and we had our second tie in two weeks. Who wins up leaving Comedy Island? Find out this week's dramatic result! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--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@thesha...

Johnny Mac delivers a politically heavy Daily Comedy News episode. He reports that a planned pasta sauce collaborationinvolving Jimmy Fallon fell through, and discusses Jimmy Kimmel’s monologue proposal to rebrand the Epstein files as the “Epstein Trump files,” including Kimmel saying he trademarked the phrase. He summarizes a Hollywood Reporter piece about “comedy bros” (including Joe Rogan, Andrew Schulz, Theo Von, and Tony Hinchcliffe) cooling on Trump,. 00:00 Welcome to Daily Comedy News (an...

Comedian Drew Lynch discusses his unconventional journey into comedy, which began after a traumatic brain injury led to a neurogenic stutter. Lynch, who gained fame as a 'stuttering comedian' on America's Got Talent (AGT), shares the challenges and rewards of his career, including the validation he received from Howie Mandel and the opportunities he gained through AGT. He also discusses his experience with the comedy community, his views on political comedy, and the impact of social media on the...

Johnny Mac covers the upcoming Daytona 500 and previews the inaugural Full Throttle Festival featuring comedy, music, and barbecue headlined by Bert Kreischer. The host shares personal NASCAR experiences from attending Daytona 500 and Talladega races. Additionally, Nate Bargatze makes history as the first comedian to be Daytona 500's Grand Marshal; other noteworthy points about Nate include his strong comedy career, his first feature film 'The Breadwinner,' and devotion to Vanderbilt and the Ten...

John discusses the influence of comedian Nate Bargatze on up-and-coming comedian Mason James and reflects on how comedians often adopt styles from their predecessors. The show also covers notable upcoming comedy events, including a benefit show featuring Dave Chappelle and John Stewart, Taylor Tomlinson's new Netflix special 'Prodigal Daughter,' and Reese Darby's upcoming CBS sitcom 'Regency.' Additional segments include parenting advice humor from Jimmy Carr, Adam Sandler's story about Kathy Ba...

Johnny Macc discusses the recent comparisons between comedians John Mulaney, Mike Feeney, and Gianmarco Soresi based on their comedic styles and performances. He explains a controversy involving Mike Epps who apologizes for comments about Nicki Minaj, and touches on Michael Che's response to an inappropriate sketch suggestion from a fan. The episode also highlights upcoming comedy events, such as Garden of Laughs at Radio City Music Hall, and includes amusing updates like Pete Davidson’s favorit...

Katt Williams' new Netflix special and his controversial comments about Hollywood parties, an upcoming Bob Saget documentary, and Bill Maher's feud with Jimmy Kimmel. Chris Fleming is set for an HBO Max special, and Pete Davidson's new Netflix 'video podcast' faces criticism for lack of format. Additionally, Eddie Murphy will star in a new Amazon comedy film, Kevin Hart invests in Burn Bootcamp, and Jerry Seinfeld is featured on a special Mets baseball card. 00:19 Katt Williams' Netflix Special ...

Johnny Mac shares his frustration over John Mulaney and Mike Birbiglia's discussion about comedic theft on Birbiglia's podcast. Mac discusses comedian Gianmarco Soresi, who feels targeted by their comments, and then Mac highlights a funny distaste for John Mulaney's Super Bowl commercial commentary. The episode also covers Michael Che and Colin Jost's controversial sports gambling ad, NBC's 100th anniversary video omission of David Letterman, and a new specials from Ktat Williams and Jim Gaffiga...

In the fifth weekly elimination of 'Comedy Survivor,' host Johnny Mac announces who has been voted off the island! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--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 Than...

Johnny Mac discusses Pete Davidson's new Netflix project. Other topics include a teaser featuring Matt Rife and the Red Clay Strays, Craig Ferguson's upcoming American tour with CNN, Steve Trevino’s take on Hollywood’s conservative views, and Gabe...

Johnny Mack interviews the Finnish comedian ISMO, who is known for his witty wordplay and observations on the English language. ISMO is set to perform at the Just for Laughs Vancouver festival as part of his Perseverance Tour. The discussion reveals ISMO's back injury from a dune buggy accident, his unexpected talent in rally driving competitions in Finland, and his unique approach to comedy. ISMO shares insights into maintaining a social media presence, writing jokes in both Finnish and English...

In this episode of Daily Comedy News, Johnny Mac explores the fun idea of having a comedian perform at the Super Bowl halftime show. He discusses potential candidates like Weird Al, Adam Sandler, Dave Chappelle, and Nate Bargatze. The episode also covers Turning Point USA's alternative 'All American Halftime Show' with musicians like Kid Rock. Johnny reviews several anticipated Super Bowl commercials featuring stars such as Ben Stiller, Melissa McCarthy, and Bowen Yang, and analyses their comedi...

Johnny Mac covers a range of topics within the comedy world. He delves into a controversial incident on the SmartLess podcast where a famous comedian was kicked off, speculated to be Chevy Chase. The spotlight then shifts to Andrew Schulz's evolving opinions on President Trump, featuring a heated discussion with Charlamagne about constitutional abuses and the actions of ICE. Johnny explores how Schultz's change of heart is perceived by the broader community. Additionally, there are updates on He...

Johnny Mac takes a deep dive into the 'Kermit Gate,' involving criticism of Kermit the Frog's new voice. Highlights include a segment on recent Epstein jokes by Jimmy Fallon, a report on Bill Burr’s latest concert dates and the humorous fan...

Nate Bargatze is announced as the Grand Marshall for the 68th Daytona 500. Dave Chappelle's upcoming Minnesota performance to 'stand with the community' is highlighted, alongside Bill Maher's critique of Chappelle’s free speech comments. The show covers Gianmarco Soresi's new YouTube special, Jackie Fabulous' new Hulu special, and other comedy releases. Further, a Paul Schafer documentary produced by David Letterman, Conan O'Brien's return to hosting the Oscars, and Pandora's settlement with com...

We begin with President Trump's reaction to Trevor Noah's Grammy jokes and Nicki Minaj's controversial remarks about Noah. The segment reviews Grammy Awards comments from comedian Ricky Gervais, feedback from the Hollywood Reporter, and upcoming releases and performances from Katt Williams, Pete Davidson, and Tim Dillon. Other highlights include a story about Adam Sandler's daughter at a Chanel store and John Mulaney leading December's top touring comedians. The episode ends with an update on po...