Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac - a daily briefing on comedians, and the comedy industry

Johnny Mac discusses his recent trip to Manhattan to watch 'Back to the Future: The Musical', sharing his excitement and giving praise to the cast and production. He voices concerns about the state of comedy and its current tone, citing recent satire and political humor from late-night hosts. The episode includes opinions on Bill Burr's take on politics and comedy, reflections on the presidential...

Johnny Mac delivers the latest in comedy news, covering the anxieties around Seinfeld's 4K Blu-ray release, with fans concerned about potential changes like those seen on Netflix. He also highlights Paul Scheer's disdain for artisanal ketchup and discusses Jimmy Fallon's new all-original comedy holiday album, featuring big names like the Jonas Brothers, Megan Thee Stallion, and Weird Al Yankovic....

Johnny Mac explores the peculiar silence of major comedians in the current news cycle and delves into curious social media phenomena like 'Fake Melania.' He shares humorous posts from comedians Gianmarco Serazzi, Dan Wilber, and others. Michael Ian Black candidly discusses the political divide in his latest writing. Updates include Bert Kreischer as Florida State University's Homecoming Parade Gra...

00:19 Comedian Reactions to Election Results 01:24 Late Night Show Recaps 03:00 Quirky News Stories 04:14 Joe Rogan and Celebrity Endorsements 05:12 Stormy Daniels' Stand-Up Tour 06:56 Nate Bergatzi's New Movie 08:19 Adam Carolla's Comedy Inspiration 08:56 Sam Jay's Halloween Hot Take 09:39 Comedian Lawsuit Against Steve Coogan 10:38 Cleveland Comedy Festival  Unlock an ad-free podcast experience...

Johnny Mac urges listeners to vote and discusses Jerry Seinfeld's criticism of his children's former private school for allowing a day off due to election stress. John Oliver shares his emotional take on the importance of voting, while a viral clip of Ricky Gervais mocks celebrity political endorsements. The episode also gives a preview of upcoming comedy shows and specials, including Jon Stewart'...

Johnny Mac discusses John Mulaney's unfunny SNL monologue and Kamala Harris's guest appearance. He addresses the FCC's reaction to the episode and its implications. The episode also covers upcoming comedy specials and shows with notable comedians like Bill Burr, Jamie Foxx, and Darcy and Jer. Additionally, Chris Rock's new film project is highlighted, and a tribute is paid to the late Scottish com...

Johnny Mac covers Joe Rogan's advice to Tony Hinchcliffe about performing comedy at non-comedy events, emphasizing the setup's impact on a joke's success. An online shop sends trash boxes to the Trump campaign. Right-wing commentator Charlie Kirk is mocked for mistaking comedian Brent Terhune for a garbage truck driver. Michael Ian Black reflects on his role in critiquing high-profile comedians. J...

You might know Des Bishop as a famous Irish comedian, Hannah Berner's husband and co-host of the Berner Phone podcast, or as the guy who learned Mandarin and Gaelic so he could do an hour of comedy in both of those languages.   Hiw new special is called  Of All People (Youtube). Des shares his comedic journey from growing up in Queens, New York, to flunking out of St. Francis Prep, and eventually...

In today's episode of Daily Comedy News, host Johnny Mac takes a break from politics to focus solely on comedy. Highlights include a tweet from Sam Morril, lineup announcements for the Moontower Comedy Festival in Austin and Great Outdoors Comedy Festival in Canada, and Netflix specials from Ronny Chieng and Adrian Iapalucci. Hannibal Buress discusses his pop-up shows and new venue in Brooklyn, wh...

Johnny Mac delivers the latest in comedy news, including reviews of Tom Papa's 'Home Free' and Seth Meyers' 'Dad Man Walking,' both discussed in-depth with personal insights. Johnny also shares behind-the-scenes details about prepping for podcasts, Tom Papa's approach to clean comedy, Seth Meyers' thoughts on titling his special, and highlights from various comedians like Jimmy Fallon, Tig Notaro,...

Nothing but Politics and Tony Hinchcliffe today gang. Johnny Mac delves into the latest controversies surrounding comedian Tony Hinchcliffe's set at a Trump rally, exploring the backlash from both the public and fellow comedians. The episode also touches on Jon Stewart's continued hosting gig on The Daily Show, Seth Meyers' recent episode, and musings from other comedians like Michael Ian Black an...

Johnny Mac discusses Tom Papa's latest Netflix special 'Home Free', shares personal experiences with empty nesting, and covers the controversy surrounding Tony Hinchcliffe's joke and his canceled appearance in Puerto Rico. The episode also features news on Jamie Foxx, Pete Davidson’s tattoo removal, and the upcoming Cool Comedy and Hot Cuisine fundraiser hosted by Jeff Ross to honor Bob Saget's le...

In this episode of Daily Comedy News, Johnny Mac dives into Lorne Michaels' decision to remove Shane Gillis from SNL and the rise in Gillis' popularity. Ricky Gervais' new tour 'Mortality' faces mixed reviews, notably criticized by Lewis Chilton of The Independent. Highlights include a review of Hasan Minhaj’s latest special, beginning with a compelling, non-funny start before transitioning to hum...

In this bonus episode, Johnny Msc plays clips from Tony Hinhcliffe's monologue at the Trump rally at Madison Square Garden. Joe Rogan discusses Donald Trump's appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience JD Vance when on Tim Dillon and discussed how anrgy Joe Biden seems to be. This is a bonus episode.  A normal episode dropped this morning, and a normal episode will drop at 3am Eastern Monday. Unlock a...

Johnny Mac dives into the world of comedy, featuring Taylor Tomlinson's dream of hosting Conan O'Brien and her creative journey. Jon Stewart's potential post-election activities are discussed, along with his renewed enthusiasm. D.L. Hughley and Tim Meadows provide commentary on Elon Musk's influence on media and political donations. Donnell Rawlings talks about his 'Black and Mild Tour' and his pa...

In today's episode of Johnny Mac's daily comedy news, there is a thorough exploration of comedy insights featuring Seth Meyers' new HBO special 'Dad Man Walking', his SNL anecdotes, and his comedic philosophies. The episode also includes Stavros Halkias discussing career fears, Joe Rogan's significant financial milestone, and Cristela Alonzo's Texas comedy venue incident. Jay Leno shares his non-p...

Stavros Halkias's new movie 'Let's Start a Cult' is highlighted, along with Tim Heidecker's serious new album 'Slipping Away'. The episode shares amusing stories about Robin Williams and previews upcoming comedy projects including Jordan Klepper's election special and Michelle Bateau's New Year's Eve Netflix special. New comedy albums from Lavelle Crawford and Alan Strickland Williams are also dis...

00:35 Late Night Comedy Recap 02:13 Dave Chappelle's Tour and Rock Hall Induction 03:21 Gossip Corner: Chappelle's Afterparty 03:47 Hasan Minhaj's New Special 04:36 A Dorky Controversy 04:46 Hassan's Insight on American Culture 05:00 Comedians and Artistic License 05:21 Upcoming Comedy Specials and Shows 06:14 Hannah Gadsby's Perspective 07:23 Patton Oswalt's Controversial Tweet 07:56 New Indie Co...

Johnny Mac spotlights upcoming comedy specials, including Anthony Jeselnik's 'Bones and All' and Tom Papa's 'Home Free.' The new 'Hularious' series and Vir Das's unique Netflix special are featured. Johnny delves into an SNL plagiarism controversy with Demetrius Fields, Trevor Noah's ADHD discussion, and Eddie Griffin's critique of Kamala Harris. Highlights include Gary Owen's encounter with a hec...

Johnny Mac dives into George Lopez's upcoming retirement  after his next comedy special, with reflections on other retired comedians. Jerry Seinfeld's controversial comments on political correctness and his backtrack on Tom Papa's podcast are discussed. The show also covers Jim Gaffigan's jabs at Kamala Harris and Melania Trump at the Al Smith dinner, and clarifies Trump's non-involvement in joke...

In this episode, Johnny Mac brings you the latest in comedy news, featuring interviews and insights from notable comedians. Jim Jefferies discusses his diverse career goals and experiences in Australia and the UK. Hari Kondabolu shares his approach to making comedy personal and relatable. Jim Breuer comments on the importance of unity and laughter amid political challenges. David Cross talks about...

In today's episode, Johnny Mac discusses insights from Greg Fitzsimmons about the comedian dynamics on Howard Stern's show, the evolution of Luca sZelnick's comedy career, and Jim Jeffries' anecdotes about performing in Manchester. The episode also highlights improv techniques discussed by Ben Schwartz and the career aspirations of Francesca Duva. Tune in for a humorous analysis of the comedy worl...

Johnny Mac delves into the life, career, and enduring legacy of comedian Mitch Hedberg. Reflecting on Hedberg's unique comedic style and sharing personal anecdotes, including the story of his posthumous album 'Do You Believe in Gosh,' Johnny recounts memorable moments and contributions from Hedberg's life.  00:00 Introduction and Today's Topic 00:40 Mitch Hedberg's Last Days 01:41 Tribute to Mitch...

Johnny Mac covers Jim Jeffries' stance on misogyny and a controversial joke in his 2016 special, Maria Bamford's new graphic novel about her dogs, Sarah Silverman's reflections on her early career and controversial past, Kevin Nealon's comedic delivery, Langston Kerman's start in comedy and his podcast on black conspiracy theories, Matt Berry's acting journey leading to Toast of London, and Youngm...

This episode of 'Daily Comedy News' with Johnny Mac discusses Matt Rife's decade-long journey to real success, highlighting his self-starter attitude that led to his smash hit YouTube specials. Dane Cook offers insights into his comedic process, dealing with hecklers, and his admiration for Dave Chappelle and George Carlin. Sebastian Maniscalco and Sheng Wang share their methods for developing com...