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

Maya Rudolph returns to Saturday Night Live to play Kamala Harris.  Seth Meyers will debut his first comedy special on HBO this fall, filmed at Chicago's Vic Theatre. Pete Davidson has canceled multiple shows and entered a wellness facility.. The episode also covers Rob Schneider’s critical tweet about the Olympics, Leslie Jones and Kevin Hart’s Olympic coverage, Colin Jost's surfing adventures, a...

Johnny Mac welcomes Journey Gunderson, the Executive Director of the National Comedy Center, to discuss the Lucille Ball Comedy Festival in Jamestown, New York. The conversation dives into the history and significance of the festival, Lucille Ball's legacy, and the unique exhibits at the National Comedy Center. They also explore the impact of comedy legends, the handling of controversial material,...

In today's episode, Johnny Mac covers a variety of topics in the comedy world. The Oscars are searching for a new host as both Jimmy Kimmel and John Mulaney have declined. Matt Rife is releasing a memoir titled 'Your Mom's Gonna Love Me,' detailing his rise in comedy. Conan O'Brien performed at Newport Folk Festival with Jack White. Johnny also shares personal anecdotes about his beach volleyball...

Johnny Mac hosts the daily comedy news, discussing John Oliver's humorous take on a bizarre J.D. Vance rumor, Chelsea Handler's satirical jab at Vance's comments on Kamala Harris, and the cancellation of Amy Schumer's 'Life and Beth' by Hulu. He also touches on Jon Stewart's critique of major news organizations, potential relationship gossip involving Shane Gillis, and the upcoming Columbus Comedy...

00:00 Introduction and Bill Maher's Comedy Insights 01:08 Patton Oswalt's Seinfeld Experience 02:03 Dane Cook on the Comedy Industry 02:58 Pete Correale's Advice for Aspiring Comics 03:45 Sebastian Maniscalco's Showmanship 06:31 Sam Morril on Comedy Specials and Platforms   Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Ap...

00:36 Comedy and Controversy: Netflix's Dilemma 02:55 Dane Cook's Career Reflections 04:16 Chad Daniels and PETA Collaboration 05:52 Tig Notaro's Emotional Journey 06:54 Sam Morril on Podcasting and Comedy 07:47 Comedian Merchandise Reviews 10:14 Edinburgh Fringe Festival Suggestions 12:10 Matt Lyons and Outdoor Comedy   Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our s...

In today's episode, Johnny Mac discusses his recent appearance on the Letterman podcast and dives into Bloomberg's detailed article on Joe Rogan's influence in the comedy world. The article explores Rogan's move to Austin, Texas, where he has established a new comedy hub with his Comedy Mothership club. The discussion includes Rogan's impact on the local comedy scene, his methods for maintaining c...

Johnny Mac shares his excitement about being a guest on the Letterman Podcast and humorously reflects on the experience. He discusses Jerry Seinfeld's missed opportunity on South Park, the drama surrounding a potential Facts of Life revival, Vince Vaughn's new involvement in a senior pickleball league, and analyzes a viral Kamala Harris impression by Allison Reese. Additional segments include deta...

00:00 Tim Dillon's New Netflix Special 01:17 Patton Oswalt's Comic Book Adaptation 02:20 Hannah Gatsby's Nostalgic Tour 02:51 Kevin Hart on the Tom Brady Roast 04:27 Lil Rel Howery's Transformation 05:20 Weird Al Reflects on 'Mandatory Fun' 05:51 Joe Rogan's Canada Controversy 06:53 Heckle Mike Show Debut 08:22 Jerry and Jessica Seinfeld Honored   For an ad-free experience vsiit www.caoloroga.com/...

  00:32 Taylor Tomlinson's New Tour Announcement 00:53 Allison Reese's Kamala Harris Impression 03:49 Pete Davidson's Struggles and Stand-Up 04:49 Kevin Hart's Airbnb Hosting Gig 06:43 Just for Laughs Montreal Comedy Festival 07:34 Ariel Dundas on the Edinburgh Fringe 09:38 Lucas Zelnick's Comedy Tour   Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player...

In today's episode of Daily Comedy News, Johnny Mack navigates through one of the slowest news days in his five-year career. With a scarce supply of fresh content, he discusses the big news about President Biden not running for reelection, Jon Stewart's brief comment on the situation, and Maya Rudolph's possible return to SNL. The main story unfolds with Jon Stewart and Dave Chappelle's live perfo...

00:24 Andrew Schulz vs. Taylor Swift 01:42 Mark Normand's New Orleans Stories 02:42 David Cross on Stand-Up Comedy 04:05 Weird Al's Polka Medleys 04:42 Bob Newhart and The Tonight Show 06:25 Trey Crowder's Political Rant 07:19 Loveland Comedy Festival Preview 09:01 Bill Maher's New Agency  Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, has...

Adam Sandler? Sure.   Seth Meyers? Maybe not.   00:37 Kevin Hart's SNL Hall of Fame Proposal 01:13 SNL Cast Members: Who Makes the Hall of Fame? 07:08 Chris Kattan on SNL and Difficult Hosts 07:51 Hannah Einbinder's Comedy Journey 08:52 Liz Miele on Her New Hour and Comedy Clips 09:39 Jimmy Fallon and Johnny Carson Butter Sculptures Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! G...

Celebrating the ten-year anniversary of Weird Al's chart-topping album 'Mandatory Fun,' Johnny Mac highlights Al's new PokéMedley release featuring parodies of hit songs from the past decade. The episode also covers Joe Rogan's podcast experience, Sam Morrill's take on the oversaturation of comedy specials on Netflix, and Reggie Watts' innovative time-travel themed comedy special. Mack ends with a...

A Tribute to the Legendary Bob Newhart In this episode, we honor the life and career of comedian Bob Newhart, who passed away at the age of 94. Friend of the show, Jason Zinoman, highlights Newhart's enduring influence on comedy in the New York Times. The episode includes clips from Newhart's performances, tributes from fellow comedians including Jay Leno, Carol Burnett, and Judd Apatow, and insig...

In this episode, Johnny Mack acknowledges the passing of Bob Newhart and plans to do a follow-up episode later. Meanwhile, he shares news about Nikki Glaser, highlighting her successful roasts and HBO special, and discusses her ambitions to host 'Saturday Night Live' and other shows. The episode also covers the impact of recent political events on comedy, mentions new comedy specials by Weird Al a...

In an episode borrowed from TV In The Basement, Journey Joe Mitchell explores the illustrious television career of comedy legend Bob Newhart, who recently passed away at 94. This comprehensive look at Newhart's impact on sitcom history covers his groundbreaking work on "The Bob Newhart Show" and "Newhart," examining how his unique comedic style transformed TV humor. Joe delves into Newhart's innov...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of the legendary comedian Bob Newhart.   Bob Newhart's journey to stardom was unconventional and inspiring. His story is a testament to the power of perseverance and natural talent. When he was 30, Bob was still living with his parents and working as an accountant. Despite his unassuming appearance and halting speech pattern, he quickly rose to...

00:00 Introduction and Late Night Highlights 00:59 Podcast Recommendations 02:33 Variety's Comics to Watch for 2024 06:36 Emmy Nominations Breakdown 08:11 New York Comedy Festival Lineup 08:45 Upcoming Comedy Specials and Events 10:00 Behind the Scenes: Podcast Advertising Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For App...

00:59 New York Comedy Festival Lineup 04:17 Jack Black and Tenacious D Controversy 05:41 Taylor Tomlinson's Rise in Late Night 08:17 Joe Pera's Unique Comedy Style   Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus ....

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00:24 Nikki Glaser at the ESPYs 01:52 Late Night Jokes and Joe Biden 02:37 Louis C.K. Documentary Review 03:18 Sam Morrill and Comedy Influences 04:52 Jerry Seinfeld on Manliness 05:40 Jason Alexander and Seinfeld Memories 06:30 Andy Samberg on Leaving SNL 07:19 Brad Williams on Comedy Careers 07:53 Comedy Festival Highlights 10:56 Comedy Club Cleanliness Controversy   Unlock an ad-free podcast ex...

Conan O'Brien's unique perspectives on longevity and graveyards, Dimitri Martin's insights on using voiceover in his comedy special, and Mark Norman's thoughts on crafting short jokes.  The show also previews the upcoming Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Comedy Central's 'Indogcision 2024' voter registration and pet adoption event, and updates on Tom Green's new life as a celebrity far...

Johnny Mac speaks with Ian Adkins and Ryan Bitzer from 800 Pound Gorilla Media. They delve into various aspects of the comedy industry, including the process of scouting and promoting comedians, their strategies for content distribution, and the impact of digital platforms like YouTube.  00:48 Exploring the International Comedy Scene 01:30 The Melbourne Comedy Festival Experience 04:06 Navigating...

00:00 Introduction and John Mulaney's Wedding 01:02 Hulu's Stand-Up Comedy Push 01:49 Eddie Murphy and Bill Cosby: A Look Back 03:31 Comedy Festival Highlights 04:24 Trevor Noah and Microsoft Controversy 05:54 Upcoming Comedy Specials and Shows 06:10 Jeff Foxworthy's Comedy Journey 07:21 Podcast and Subscription Promotions 07:56 Comedy Specials Taping Tonight 08:34 New Comedy Releases and Weekend...