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Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac - a daily briefing on comedians, and the comedy industry
Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac - a daily briefing on comedians, and the comedy industry
Daily Comedy News is a short, fast daily briefing covering the business, culture, and chaos of stand-up comedy and the comedy industry. Hosted by Johnny Mac, the show delivers daily updates on comedians, late-night television, comedy specials, streaming platforms, and the stories shaping the world of comedy. Episodes cover working comics, touring news, cancellations, controversies, and the shifting comedy landscape — all in a tight, no-filler format. New episodes every day.
Episodes
Knicks Comedy Crowd - Chris Rock, Jerry Seinfeld, Jimmy Fallon PLUS Maron on Ending His Podcast, and Tony Hinchcliffe Special Review
Johnny Mac opens Daily Comedy News reacting to the amazing New York Knicks game and notes comedians and celebrities in attendance including Adam Sandler, Jerry Seinfeld, Jimmy Fallon, Tracy Morgan, Chris Rock, Amy Schumer, Rainn Wilson, and Taylor Swift. He mentions a viral clip of Seinfeld telling a pro-Palestinian streamer “It doesn’t exist.” He recounts Tracy Morgan’s controversial comments abo
Jamie Foxx Inside the NBA Impressions; Theo Von and Matt Rife defend Morgan Wallen; James Corden’s World Cup Late Night
Johnny Mac covers Knicks driven comedy news, highlighting Jamie Foxx’s impressions of Inside the NBA personalities and noting Knicks fan Tracy Morgan will receive the inaugural Flip Wilson Award at the 8th annual AAFCA TV Honors on August 8 at City Club LA. He previews “FIFA World Cup on Fox After Hours with James Corden,” airing nightly at midnight with Rio Ferdinand and Ian Karmel, while doubtin
Conan OBrien’s AI Cybersecurity Series, Dave Chappelle’s Summer Camp Dates
Johnny Mac covers comedy news and jokes about the Knicks’ loss, noting Michael Che’s Instagram post blaming Trump. Conan O’Brien partners with Adaptive Security to star in a 15-part AI-age cybersecurity training series; the firm has reportedly raised over $140 million. Dave Chappelle announces 2026 “Summer Camp” shows in Yellow Springs, Ohio with multiple July and August dates, strict phone restri
At midnight I hit Patton Oswalt with a shovel. Louis CK to go to Bill Maher's Mark Twain Prize. Zarnra Garg was ORDAINED to play Riyadh
Johnny Mac previews Bill Maher receiving the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center on Sunday, June 28, filmed for Netflix, with participants including Louis C.K., Jay Leno, Stephen A. Smith, Whitney Cummings, Woody Harrelson, Arianna Huffington, and John Mellencamp, and notes past winners. He highlights Zarna Garg’s comments on the Breakdown podcast about performing at the Riya
Kevin Hart on His Roast, Kimmel Tops Late Night Ratings, and Shane Gillis' Chili's T-Shirt
Johnny Mac recaps comedy and entertainment news, led by Kevin Hart on Jimmy Kimmel Live discussing the Roast of Kevin Hart, saying he stayed comfortable, nothing hurt, and highlighting Dwayne Johnson surprising him with an unflattering mugshot photo of Hart’s father; Hart suggests LeBron James as a future roast subject and rejects Oprah as “spray painting the Sistine Chapel.” The episode notes Har
Kevin Hart’s High Stakes Poker Losses, Plus Gaffigan, Seinfeld & Bargatze, Kreischer, Glaser News
Johnny Mac covers comedy news, starting with spoilers from PokerGO’s High Stakes Poker Season 16 featuring Kevin Hart, who had nearly $1 million, rebought for $500,000, and saw losses eclipse $1.4 million after two major pots. Jim Gaffigan tells Goldenglobes.com that streaming and social media transformed stand-up into a healthier part of entertainment and says comedy is about listening to evolvin
Kimmel Tops Post-Colbert Ratings Snapshot; Nikki Glaser, Marc Maron and More on Comedy
Johnny Mac reports a first post-Colbert late-night ratings snapshot from Nielsen live-plus-same-day data for Monday June 1, 2026: Jimmy Kimmel leads with 2.185M viewers and 295K adults 18–49 (up 53% total viewers and 178% in 18–49 vs June 2, 2025), followed by Jimmy Fallon at 1.3M; Comics Unleashed draws 628K, The Daily Show with Jon Stewart 612K at 11:00, Late Night with Seth Meyers 790K at 12:37
Mikki Glaser Comedian Roundtable Highlights, Hannah Berner’s New Hulu Special, and Bert Kreischer’s Health Scare
Johnny Mac recaps The Hollywood Reporter’s comedians roundtable recorded in May at the Georgian Hotel with Marc Maron, Nikki Glaser, Wanda Sykes, Leanne Morgan, and Julio Torres, focusing on fears like complacency and cancellation and quoting Maron on talking to himself and Glaser comparing standup to sex and discussing pressure to work clean from bookers, agents, and TV; Maron jokes he stays a li
Nate Bargatze's Movie Bombs, Ben Gleib’s YouTube Late Night Numbers, Netflix’s Tony Hinchcliffe Teaser, and Comedy Updates
Johnny Mac reviews early YouTube performance for “Good Night with Ben Gleib,” noting 21,000 views for the premiere (guest Kevin Smith) and 308 views for a clip, and compares it to Netflix’s teaser for Tony Hinchcliffe’s “Man of the People,” discussed via a Daily Beast critique and cited at 20,000 views. He reports Marcello Hernandez will host the ESPYs July 15 as the show returns to New York at Li
Joe Rogan Experience calls out comedians over roast, Jimmy Kimmel Talks Late Night’s Future, Shane and Matt discuss communism
Johnny Mac skips a Daily Mail Kevin Hart “crisis” piece, then covers a Vulture interview with Jimmy Kimmel about burnout, late night’s decline, skepticism over reported Colbert losses, ABC’s one-year renewal and contract through May 2027, and his upcoming summer break starting after the June 19 NBA Finals. Kimmel’s Peabody speech argues satire is a constitutional right and warns about censorship a
Conan O'Brien Harvard Lawsuit, CBS’ Byron Allen Time-Buy, and Patton Oswalt on AI
Johnny Mac covers Daily Comedy News, leading with a long Conan O’Brien clip joking that he’s “suing Harvard” over various student grievances while riffing on the administration’s claims about foreign students. He explains CBS’ late-night deal with Byron Allen: Allen pays $15 million a year to lease the 11:30 slot and sell ads himself, meaning CBS profits even if ratings are low; the first night dr
Theo Von and Nate Bargatze Debate the Kevin Hart Roast on This Past Weekend; Chelsea Handler hot for Tony Hinchliffe?
Johnny Mac recaps ongoing talk around the Roast of Kevin Hart, including Theo Von and Nate Bargatze discussing roast boundaries, Chelsea Handler’s apparent issue with jokes from Shane Gillis and Tony Hinchcliffe, and praise for Big Jay Oakerson and Kevin Hart’s handling of the event. He covers harsh reviews for Nate Bargatze’s film The Breadwinner from The Hollywood Reporter and The AV Club. Steph
Tom Segura on The Rogan Experience, Nonsense Nikki Glaser Rumors about Jennifer Aniston
Johnny Mac delivers Daily Comedy News, praising Tom Segura’s Bad Thoughts Season 2 and noting Segura’s Joe Rogan Experience discussion about the perceived decline of Los Angeles and people being either realistic or delusional about it. Nikki Glaser jokes she won’t be invited to Taylor Swift’s wedding, while The Star claims she’s networking for a potential Jennifer Aniston movie connection and cite
Kevin Hart Reconciles With Katt Williams, Marlon Wayans won't be at Chappelle, Josh Johnson on Breaking the Comedy Special Format
Johnny Mac covers Kevin Hart saying on The Breakfast Club that he and Katt Williams privately reconciled about eight months ago, want to move past old issues, and discussed collaboration; Hart invited Williams to participate in a roast and emphasized keeping their conversations private. Josh Johnson tells Extra his HBO Max special “Josh Johnson: Symphony” aimed to sidestep standard special formats
Kevin Hart Defends Roast Controversy; Nate Bargatze’s The Breadwinner Reviewed and Nate Land Theme Park Plans
Johnny Mac covers backlash to Kevin Hart’s Breakfast Club comments defending roast boundary-pushing after Tony Hinchcliffe’s George Floyd joke, plus Hinchcliffe’s Kill Tony remarks about being labeled a Nazi and his response to Chelsea Handler; Nikki Glaser says roasts raise the stakes, supports ironically racist jokes only if they work, and keeps specifics private, while Matt Rife says critics sh
Ben Gleib YouTube Late Night Debut, Mulaney and Pete Davidson spill SNL Tea, and DHS Alert for Comedian Ben Palmer
Johnny Mac covers comedy news including the YouTube launch of “Good Night with Ben Gleib,” a weekly Thursday 10 p.m. ET show with a live and virtual audience, a band, and a post-show after-party episode featuring broader guests beyond celebrities. He recounts Pete Davidson and John Mulaney joking at Netflix Is a Joke about some SNL hosts bombing and writers having to reassure them. Josh Johnson di
Colbert’s ‘Only in Monroe’ Return, CBS Takedowns, Chelsea Handler Comedy Controversies
Johnny Mac recaps comedy news, led by Stephen Colbert returning to TV the night after The Late Show ended by guest-hosting the Monroe, Michigan public-access show Only in Monroe, featuring guests/cameos including Jack White, Byron Allen, Eminem, Steve Buscemi, and Jeff Daniels, plus local food bits; Colbert previously hosted in 2015. Paramount/CBS issued copyright takedown notices after uploads ap
Nate Bargatze’s The Breadwinner Gets ‘Nate Rate’ Ticket Discounts; Seinfeld’s Cars, and Golden Globes Rules
Johnny Mac previews Nate Bargatze’s film The Breadwinner, describing its plot about dad Nate Wilcox juggling family life while mom Katie (Mandy Moore) goes on a Shark Tank-driven business trip, and reports efforts to make tickets cheaper via the “Nate Rate,” with AMC and possible Cinemark discounts similar to 80 for Brady (which grossed $39.4M domestic). He checks Fandango for a May 29 showing and
The Dave Chappelle Gift Shop plus Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David's favorite Seinfeld epsiodes
Johnny Mac shares Memorial Day greetings and comedy news, starting with Dave Chappelle’s new local merch store, The Chappelle Shop, at 221 Xenia Avenue in Yellow Springs, selling branded apparel and items and staying open late on show nights at The Firehouse. He recaps Jerry Seinfeld and Larry David on the Rushmore podcast discussing Seinfeld’s tiny initial four-episode order, harsh pilot memo, El
Tom Segura’s ‘Bad Thoughts’ Season 2 Premieres. Seinfeld Claims ‘Friends’ Owes Him
Johnny Mac previews Netflix’s premiere of Season 2 of Tom Segura’s “Bad Thoughts” and discusses Jerry Seinfeld’s claim that “Friends” wouldn’t exist without “Seinfeld,” noting the importance of TV lead-ins like “Cheers.” He recaps an LA Times roundup of standout Netflix Is A Joke Festival events, including Shane Gillis at the Hollywood Bowl, Mike Ward’s English crossover set, Seinfeld with Leanne
The “Banal Horror of Jimmy Fallon" brings a KO punch
Johnny Mac discusses a Current Affairs piece by John Greenaway titled “The Banal Horror of Jimmy Fallon,” quoting its critique of Fallon’s performative laughter, repetitive “viral games,” avoidance of politics, and “assembly line” approach to guest interactions; Mac notes he’s worked with Fallon briefly and found him easy to work with, but understands why he waited until “Colbert’s week” passed to
Stephen Colbert’s Late Show Finale and Chelsea Handler vs. Shane Gillis (Catch-Up from Edinburgh)
Johnny Mac records a catch-up episode of Daily Comedy News from a street corner on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile after visiting Edinburgh Castle and attending the Podcast Show London. He recaps Stephen Colbert hosting the final episode of The Late Show from the Ed Sullivan Theater, sharing Colbert’s remarks about doing over 1,800 shows, calling it “The Joy Machine,” reflecting on “feeling the news,” and
Stephen Colbert’s Next Moves, Late-Night Uncertainty, and Fringe/Festival Highlights
With CBS airing Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen at 11:35, he shares Colbert’s comments about Allen and notes Colbert’s next gig writing a Lord of the Rings-universe film with Philippa Boyens; Colbert’s Ben & Jerry’s Americone Dream packaging is also being updated. USA Today discusses possible late-night replacements (including podcast-style shows) and quotes David Letterman and Jimmy Kimmel
Stephen Colbert’s Final Late Show: Cancellation Questions, CBS-Paramount Politics, and What’s Next
Johnny Mac covers the final episode of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” revisiting Colbert’s July announcement that the season would be the last and questioning CBS’s claim that the cancellation was purely financial amid Paramount’s merger with Skydance and its $16 million settlement with Trump over a “60 Minutes” interview. It cites reports the show loses $40 million annually and argues CBS
Stephen Colbert's The Late Show Faces The End, Plus Nikki Glaser, Chelsea Handler, SNL Odds, and Scrubs Revival Talk
Johnny Mac covers Jason Zinoman’s New York Times piece asking what is lost as CBS cancels The Late Show, arguing it ends not just Stephen Colbert’s run but an institution with a tradition of emotional late-night farewells, noting The Late Show will outlast the Carson era of The Tonight Show and recalling the Letterman–Leno rivalry and Colbert’s current-events counterprogramming versus Jimmy Fallon
Adam Sandler's Grown Ups 3 at Netflix PLUS and Stephen Colbert on The Late Show ending
Johnny Mac covers comedy news including Netflix developing Grown Ups 3 with a script by Adam Sandler and Tim Herlihy and expected returns from David Spade, Rob Schneider, Kevin James and Chris Rock, with a Europe trip plot involving spreading a deceased friend’s ashes. He mentions the visual-heavy trailer for Will Ferrell’s golf comedy series The Hawk, Nick Kroll’s new series A Hundred Percent wit
SNL Finale, McCartney, Letterman’s Warning & Rogan Concern Over This Past Weekend's Theo Von
Will Ferrell Hosts SNL, Paul McCartney Performs, and Late-Night ShakeupsJohnny Mac recaps a Saturday Night Live episode hosted by Will Ferrell with Paul McCartney as musical guest, including a Trump-and-“Jeffrey Epstein” cold open, a Chad Smith-as-Ferrell bit, the annual Jost/Che joke swap, and McCartney performing “Band on the Run” and “Coming Up,” with speculation around extended credits for exe
Nikki Glaser’s Imposter Syndrome, Fallon’s On Brand Cancelation, and Jelly Roll’s Stand-Up Debut
Johnny Mac reports Nikki Glaser said she has imposter syndrome while appearing on the Night of Too Many Stars lineup with major comics and actors, calling it a dream moment where she’d rather observe than insert herself. NBC canceled Jimmy Fallon’s marketing-competition show On Brand after weak ratings and erratic scheduling, but ordered a Wordle-based game show executive produced by Fallon and ho
SNL with Will Ferrell & Paul McCartney, PLUS did Chris Rock’s Tupac comments explain Will Smith slap?
Johnny Mac previews Saturday Night Live with host Will Ferrell and musical guest Paul McCartney amid speculation about whether Lorne Michaels is leaving, and discusses Chris Rock on the Fly on the Wall podcast saying he had “beef” with Tupac because they dated the same women, raising renewed interest due to Tupac’s connection to Jada and her past claim that Rock once asked her out. He explores the
David Letterman Returns to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and throws things off a building!!!! (Bonus)
Johnny Mac reacts emotionally to David Letterman’s return to the Ed Sullivan Theater on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, calling it a welcome “homecoming” and playing edited clips. In the segment, Letterman and Colbert trade jokes about CBS, the theater renovation, the “Jimmies,” and trying to book the pope, while moving guys remove their chairs and the pair sit in the audience as Letterman sha
More Kevin Hart Roast Fallout, Conan O’Brien to Host 2027 Oscars, Colbert’s Final Stretch
Johnny Mac reports Conan O’Brien will host the 99th Oscars on March 14, 2027, noting muted social media reaction and quoting Disney TV Group president Craig Erwich praising Conan’s “singular comedic voice.” He discusses a new Strike Force Five podcast where Stephen Colbert reflects on having only a few Late Show episodes left, uncertainty about future plans, and staff needing to vacate offices imm
Jeff Ross on Kevin Hart Roast Tension, Kimmel's Upfronts Jokes, and Corden’s World Cup Show
Johnny Mac recaps Variety’s interview with Jeff Ross about the Kevin Hart roast, including Ross’s view that well-crafted jokes don’t hurt, a surreal moment when he missed Hart’s jab while stuck in a locked-bathroom scramble, and the only real tension arising when Katt Williams surprised Hart before Hart quickly turned it celebratory. Ross says nothing was off-limits, credits producer Casey Patters
Cut Kevin Hart Roast Jokes, Roast Backlash, and Strike Force Five on Late Night’s Future
Johnny Mac covers cut jokes from the Roast of Kevin Hart shared by Variety via writer Madison Sinclair, including material about Draymond Green, Lizzo, Shane Gillis, Tony Hinchcliffe, Chelsea Handler, and Hart himself, then notes online backlash, including Blake Neff’s comments on Pete Davidson’s Charlie Kirk-related joke and TMZ reporting George Floyd’s family and friends’ anger at Hinchcliffe’s
John Mulaney’s RFK Jr. Impression, Night of Too Many Stars Highlights, and More evin Hart Roast Reactions
Johnny Mac delivers daily comedy news, leading with John Mulaney’s Night of Too Many Stars set featuring sobriety jokes and an extended impression of RFK Jr., while a report calls out Matt Rife for homophobic material. The benefit also included a celebrity band, The Very White Stripes (Conan O’Brien, Jon Stewart, Jimmy Kimmel, and Abby Romeo), plus appearances by Bill Burr, Steve Carell, Nikki Gla
The Roast of Kevin Hart was not Funny AF PLUS Strike Force Five reunites tonight!
Well, it looks like we now know why Netflix never promoted who was on the lineup for the Roast of Kevin HaryJohnny Mac stops watching The Roast of Kevin Hart around 9 PM during Lizzo, saying the first hour felt low-energy and poorly structured despite moments from host Shane Gillis, Tom Brady, Jeff Ross, Naim Wynn, and a long set from Chelsea Handler, and he notes the lack of bigger surprise guest
Mystery Guests for Kevin Hart Roast on Netflix tonight?
Johnny Mac previews the Netflix Is a Joke roast of Kevin Hart (hosted by Shane Gillis) airing live Friday, noting Netflix hasn’t announced roasters and speculating about possible names while quoting Netflix executives on choosing Hart and discussing Funny AF as a discovery vehicle. He recaps the Funny AF winner Ron Taylor’s Vulture interview, covering his surprise at winning, follower growth, mate
Behind the scenes of Chappelle Shows, and Louis CK reactions continue
Johnny Mac reports on David Letterman appearing on Bill Simmons’ podcast and Page Six’s account of Dave Chappelle’s Hollywood Palladium Netflix taping, noting even collaborator Stan Lathan didn’t know the material as Chappelle tested sets in New York and Chicago. He discusses a star-studded comedy brunch at Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos’ home shared by impressionist Matt Friend, plus James Adomian’s Th
Mulaney on Kimmel and Letterman, Ron Taylor Wins Funny AF, and Chappelle Talks Trans Jokes with Michelle Obama
Johnny Mac recaps a busy comedy week: Jimmy Kimmel interviews John Mulaney, joking about Stephen Colbert leaving TV and Mulaney having lived in Kimmel’s guesthouse. Mulaney also appears on David Letterman’s This Better Be Funny, featuring Paul Shaffer (standing ovation), news of Letterman executive producing a Shaffer documentary, and Letterman’s career retrospective including a Richard Pryor comp
Letterman Slams CBS Over Colbert Ending, Louis C.K. gets standing ovation at Netflix festival
Johnny Mac’s Daily Comedy News covers David Letterman’s New York Times interview about the Late Show ending, where he mocks the Ellisons, questions what happened to Stephen Colbert, and calls CBS/Skydance “lying weasels” despite CBS saying it was “unequivocally a financial decision,” while also discussing Byron Allen’s Comics Unleashed as a sign of network TV’s shift. The episode reports Louis C.K
Tom Segura Club Dates, Kevin Hart Roast Details, and Netflix Is A Joke Update
Johnny Mac delivers Daily Comedy News, noting Tom Segura’s three-night run at Acme Comedy Club in Minneapolis (Aug. 27–29) and speculating it may be for workshopping or recording. Nikki Glaser tells Kara Swisher she avoids private jets, calling them a waste and fearing public backlash. Kevin Hart on Alex Cooper’s podcast draws criticism for a Timothée Chalamet remark, jokes about Elon Musk, Nick C
Netflix Exec addresses Louis CK backlash, no more John Mulaney late night show, plus Robert Smigel Launches New Humor Me Podcast
Johnny Mac delivers Daily Comedy News, led by Robert Smigel’s new weekly podcast, “Humor Me with Robert Smigel and Friends,” premiering May 8, featuring guests including David Letterman, Bob Odenkirk, Ellie Kemper, Jim Gaffigan, and others helping people make real-life tasks funnier. Netflix sets Tom Segura’s “Bad Thoughts” season two for May 24 (six episodes). Variety interviews Netflix Is A Joke
Netflix Is a Joke Fest Begins in LA, Kevin Hart Funny AF Semi-Finals, and Rob Schneider Targets Kimmel
Johnny Mac previews the Netflix Is a Joke Comedy Festival launching in Los Angeles, citing LA Times coverage and Netflix comedy head Tracy Pakosta on assembling talent; the festival is shortened to one week, runs through Sunday, and features 350 shows. Comics including Iliza Schlesinger, Sheng Wang, and Atsuko Okatsuka discuss the festival’s diversity, smaller rooms, and career growth; Netflix als
Marcello Hernandez on His Netflix Special,Nikki Glaser embarrassed, Colbert’s Contract, and Conan in Amsterdam
Johnny Mac’s Daily Comedy News covers Cultured magazine’s Cultured 100 profile of SNL’s Marcello Hernandez, including his reflections with interviewer Jamie Foxx on anxiety after filming his Netflix special and Hernandez’s influences (Eddie Murphy, Jerry Seinfeld, Richard Pryor). The episode discusses a New York Times profile in which Stephen Colbert says CBS sought a longer renewal but he chose
Derby Day Comedy News: Catherine Blandford, Max Amini , Hannibal Buress, Jeff Dunham, and Industry Updates
Johnny Mac delivers a Derby Day comedy news briefing highlighting comedian Catherine Blandford’s early comedy start at the University of South Carolina, a Derby story involving her roommate’s arrest, and her rise after a 2022 viral joke that led to opening for David Spade, moving to LA, becoming a regular at the Improv and Laugh Factory, and planning two specials this year. The episode includes co
Colin Jost Says the Pete Davidson Ferry Isn’t a Money Pit, Kimmel says Trump should be fired over joke
Johnny Mac delivers a daily comedy news briefing, led by Colin Jost on the SmartLess podcast saying reports about the Pete Davidson ferry being a money pit are wrong, claiming events have already recouped their investment; he describes potential uses as an event/entertainment venue, docking challenges, and ideas like a middle-class swim-club concept and a seasonal Miami move. Tim Heidecker tells T
David Cross Clashes with Bill Maher, Chappelle Joins Netflix Fest, and Comedy Industry Updates
Johnny Mac recaps comedy news, highlighting a feisty Bill Maher podcast conversation with David Cross that clashes over transgender politics, “the loony left,” and electability, plus a separate dispute about NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani and tenant official CEA Weaver, whose past quotes Maher cites. Cross laughs at Maher’s claim of being “soft-canceled,” including not receiving Emmys. Dave Chappelle is
Melania Trump Calls for Jimmy Kimmel Firing
Johnny Mac covers backlash to Jimmy Kimmel after a resurfaced joke about Melania Trump was recontextualized following an incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, prompting statements from Melania’s account and the President demanding ABC/Disney fire Kimmel; Mac explains he tried to remove the clip from his show but it accidentally remained. Kimmel responds on-air, and other comics (incl
Conan Daytime Talk Idea, Matt Friend's BOMB and Rob Schneider gets destroyed
Nikki Glaser joked about Leonardo DiCaprio’s girlfriends at the 2026 Golden Globes, told Jimmy Fallon she sends flowers to joke targets, and said DiCaprio replied with three baskets of pasta. Conan O’Brien riffed about buying late-night NBC airtime, then joked about launching a syndicated daytime talk show; Jeff Ross confirmed a past, previously unreported meeting for a 30-minute daytime pitch. Ma
Nikki Glaser Soft Campaigning to Host Oscars?, Bad Friends’ Andrew Santino Bobby Lee New Game Show, and Jimmy Fallon’s Survivor Apology
Johnny Mac covers comedy news including Nikki Glaser hosting American Idol’s “Taylor Swift Night” and discussing, on Good Morning America, how she’d have to adapt to host the Oscars compared with the Golden Globes. Bobby Lee and Andrew Santino wrapped a 10-episode unscripted series, The Bad Game Show, inspired by Bad Friends and produced for digital distribution with brand-partnership revenue. Jim
Netflix is a Joke Comedy Festival Ticket Struggles for Shane Gillis, Louis CK and others?
Johnny Mac covers comedy industry news, focusing first on Nikki Glaser hosting the Time 100 event and questioning whether she bombed, noting the crowd wasn’t mic’d well and suggesting a “cool Hollywood” room may have been reluctant to laugh; he plays a trimmed clip of her monologue, including jokes about publicists, the list, Victoria Beckham, and Gayle King/Katy Perry. He also shares awkward clip
Dave Chappelle, Theo Von, and George Lopez on President Trump; Gutfeld vs. Kimmel; plus Infowars Shakeup
Johnny Mac delivers a politically focused comedy news briefing, highlighting clips of Dave Chappelle criticizing the president as divisive and petty, Theo Von questioning what U.S. actions help ordinary Americans, and George Lopez discussing cognitive decline and leadership. Greg Gutfeld responds to Jimmy Kimmel’s comments on Michelle Obama’s podcast by saying Kimmel should accept criticism and ha
Nikki Glaser’s ‘Good Girl’ Drops, Eddie Murphy Honored, and Comedy Stock Market Sells Rogan, Theo Von and Nikki
Johnny Mac covers Nikki Glaser’s Hulu special “Good Girl,” reacting to her PG Good Morning America appearance and noting she hosted the TIME 100 event; he reiterates his skepticism about Hulu specials and quotes Glaser on developing the hour over two years and 250+ shows, taped in St. Louis. He recaps Eddie Murphy’s AFI Life Achievement Award night with tributes from Kevin Hart, Stevie Wonder, Chr
The 2026 Comedy Draft
Johnny Mac hosts the first-ever 2026 Daily Comedy News Comedy Draft, a sports-style draft where five teams build the ultimate comedy roster. Team Analytics, Team Purist, Team Chaos, Team Industry, and Team Alt each select five comedians, filling out a lineup with a headliner, feature acts, a wildcard, and a legacy pick.Strategies clash as some teams draft for ticket sales, others for stand-up cred
Dave Chappelle on Saudi Comedy Money, Kimmel on Pro-Trump Comics, and Late-Night Uncertainty
Johnny Macc delivers a daily comedy news briefing with political and industry updates. Dave Chappelle tells NPR his concerns about performing at the Riyadh Comedy Festival faded given U.S., Netflix, and film industry business ties with Saudi Arabia, arguing all money is connected to something “terrible.” Jimmy Kimmel, on Michelle Obama’s podcast, criticizes comedians who support Donald Trump as op
Scrubs 10x09 My Celebration
Johnny Mac recaps “Scrubs” Season 10, Episode 9 (“My Celebration,” aired April 15, 2026), relieved Dr. Cox isn’t killed off but noting his treatment isn’t working; Cox hides test results from Jordan until she confronts him and urges him to let her be strong, while JD decides to show up for Cox despite a mis-sent “I could really use a friend” text. The episode’s case involves a father who collapses
JFL Montreal 2026 Headliners Seinfeld and Weird Al, Ari Shaffir’s ‘This Is Not Happening’ Return, and Pete Davidson’s Sock Pivot
Johnny Mac previews Just for Laughs Montreal 2026, announcing headliners Jerry Seinfeld and Weird Al Yankovic, including a free outdoor Weird Al show, plus first-wave gala hosts and additional acts. He recaps an LA Times interview with Ari Shaffir about the new purchasable season of ‘The End’/‘This Is Not Happening’ produced by YMH Studios, taped at a burlesque nightclub called The Box, and lists
Comedy Survivor Week 16 - The Winner is....
The winner of Comedy Survivor is revealed...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support.Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac is a daily podcast covering comedians, stand-up comedy, late night television, and the comedy industry. New episodes every morning. Follow on Apple
Dave Chappelle on Republicans “Weaponizing” Trans Jokes; Nikki Glaser’s Image Shift; Kevin Hart's new Netflix show
Johnny Mac delivers Daily Briefing comedy news on 4/20, highlighting Dave Chappelle’s NPR interview where he says Republicans weaponized transgender jokes, recounts a Lauren Boebert photo incident, and argues art and speech require nuance beyond red/blue absolutes; he also comments on whether the president is funny and notes Chappelle recorded an episode for Michelle Obama’s podcast in Yellow Spri
Late-Night Talk with Fard Muhammad: Carson Curtains, Streaming, SNL UK, Lorne Michaels, Leno vs. Letterman, and Colbert’s Cancellation
Host Johnny Mac interviews Fard Muhammed about late-night TV, starting with Muhammed’s multicolor “Carson curtains” backdrop made from wedding-curtain pieces for his planned talk-show-history web series.They discuss viewing habits (Kimmel, Fallon, Colbert), the problem of monologues hitting YouTube early, and ideas for simulcasting or streaming late-night sooner, comparing it to SNL’s simultaneous
Kill Tony Heads to WrestleMania Weekend
Johnny Mac’s daily comedy news previews Tony Hinchcliffe bringing Kill Tony to WrestleMania 42 tonight after night one at Dolby Live at Park MGM with WWE stars, legends, comedians, and surprise guests, noting last year’s Roast of WrestleMania felt underwhelming. Bowen Yang reflects on not seeing himself as a star at SNL, Lorne Michaels advising him not to be a “poster child for racial harmony,” an
Dave Chappelle Hints at Possible Chappelle’s Show Return
Johnny Mac delivers a daily comedy news briefing led by Dave Chappelle saying he’s recently considering bringing back Chappelle’s Show after walking away from a reported $50M Comedy Central deal in 2005, while also reflecting on success, legacy, and staying true to his work. The episode previews Rami Youssef’s HBO special “Rami Youssef in Love” and recaps Trevor Noah’s new special material about p
Is Nikki Glaser roast dodging? Mulaney Tour Review and Jim Gaffigan's favorite sandwich
Johnny Mac delivers daily comedy news, focusing on reactions to Nikki Glaser’s candid discussion of ethical non-monogamy and speculation that her team is steering her away from roasts (she’s in LA during the Kevin Hart roast but booked for Netflix Is a Joke). He cites a Minneapolis Star Tribune review of John Mulaney’s current tour highlighting risk-taking material and a mention of his $200 cash l
Ralphie May doc looks good, Cunk Returns, and Letterman weighs in on CBS 11:30
Johnny Mac reacts to the end of Raw Dog Comedy Uncensored.Moving on, he loos forewad to the May 28 release of the Ralphie May documentary “Come What May,” with a trailer highlighting May’s life, addiction, and impact. David Letterman comments on Byron Allen’s “Comics Unleashed” and how it’s a cost-saving, ad-sold panel format. The episode also covers Diane Morgan’s return as Philomena Cunk in “Cun
Scrubs 10x8 My Odds
Johnny Mac recaps Scrubs Season 10, episode 8, focusing on Dr. Cox’s return to Sacred Heart, JD’s excitement to impress him, and Cox’s collapse from microscopic polyangiitis (MPA), an autoimmune disease causing early renal failure and a grim prognosis. He praises scenes between Cox, JD, and Dr. Park, likes the nurses and interns, and strongly dislikes the HR manager character. Other plots include
Trevor Noah Drops a New Netflix Special, Mark Normand’s ‘Human Trials,’ and Joe Rogan seems to have Trump fatigue
We cover Trevor Noah’s surprise Netflix special “Joy in the Trenches,” and Mark Normand’s upcoming YouTube series “Human Trials,” which puts comics in front of hyper-niche audiences with interviews and feedback. He reacts to pricey, fast-selling Flight of the Conchords and Kevin Hart roast tickets for Netflix Is A Joke, and notes the band joked about needing YouTube to remember their songs. Politi
Comedy Survivor Week 15 - The Final Two
Sarah Silverman sails to the finale unscathed...but for John Mulaney and Nikki Glaser, things got complicated...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support.Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac is a daily podcast covering comedians, stand-up comedy, late night television, a
Kevin Hart's ‘Funny AF’ Trailer, plus SNL May Lineup includes Will Ferrell and Paul McCartney
Johnny Mac previews Netflix’s standup competition series “Funny AF,” hosted by Kevin Hart with Keegan-Michael Key, Tom Segura, Bethenny? (Camille) Nanjiani, Chelsea Handler, and Nikki Glaser as guest judges, premiering April 20 with live semi-final and finale May 4–5 featuring real-time viewer voting; he notes familiar NYC contestants including Leonard Ouzts and Caitlin Peluff and observes Chicago
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Johnny Mac delivers daily comedy news, including Nikki Glaser discussing on Alex Cooper’s podcast her “hot husband” fetish and permissive rules around her boyfriend hooking up while rejecting emotional cheating, and noting her special is coming later this month. He reports Call of Duty will offer a Dave Chappelle “Half Baked” Thurgood Jenkins 4/20 skin. Judy Gold tells Page Six she’s shocked by in
David Cross on Intimate Specials, Hannibal Buress’ Music, and Melbourne Comedy Festival Highlight
Johnny Mac delivers Daily Comedy News, focusing on David Cross’ new special "The End of the Beginning of the End," his explanation of the title, preference for shooting in club/music-venue settings over theaters, thoughts on not overproducing specials, and how he balances his daughter’s childhood enjoyment with his film/voice roles. The episode also covers Hannibal Buress describing music as anoth
Nikki Glaser Hulu Trailer, Dan Soder’s First Netflix Special, Louis CK at Netflix Is a Jok
Johnny Mac covers comedy news including a new trailer for Nikki Glaser’s Hulu special (April 24) and her Armchair Expert comments about money, appearance, and beauty standards in entertainment. He reports Dan Soder will tape his first full Netflix special June 13 at San Francisco’s Throckmorton Theatre. He discusses an interview with comedian Pete Correale (“the Gator”), his work opening for Sebas
Netflix is a Joke Festival - insider says buzz isn't there? PLUS Howard Stern sued and Hacks is back!
Johnny Mac reports Deadline’s take on Netflix Is a Joke saying a comedy insider feels public buzz is low and ticket sales show “haves and have-nots,” with white-hot acts and others downsizing venues selling best amid heavy competition and a tough economy; sold-out or added shows include Gianmarco Soresi, Jeff Curry, Robbie Hoffman, Matt Rife, Jacqueline Novak, and Joel Kim Booster, with podcasts a
Louis CK’s Netflix Return, Patton Oswalt’s New Special, and CBS’s Post-Colbert Late-Night Plans
Johnny Mac covers comedy news including debate over Louis CK’s mainstream comeback as Netflix books him for the Netflix Is a Joke festival and a new special, alongside commentary on whether Hollywood is abandoning Me Too and questions about accountability and industry profit motives. Patton Oswalt announces a new special, “Ruining Star Trek,” premiering June 9 on 800 Pound Gorilla’s YouTube, and m
Scrubs 10x7 My Best Friend's Barbecue
Scrubs season 10, episode 7, “My Best Friend’s Barbecue” (airing April 1, 2026), apologizing the recap is late due to Easter weekend and his Comedy Survivor schedule. JD is shaken when he’s not invited to Turk and Carla’s annual barbecue because Carla wants to invite Elliot and her new boyfriend, Captain West, while Carla’s menopause “heat” becomes a running gag. Turk mentors interns on delivering
Louis CK return bashed PLUS What went down on the Joe Rogan Experience with Theo Von from This Past Weekend?
Johnny Mac delivers comedy news from a new recording space, leading with commentary on Louis CK headlining Netflix Is a Joke and releasing a Netflix special, “Ridiculous,” including criticism of “cancel culture” narratives. He highlights Shang Wang’s new Netflix special “Purple,” directed by Ali Wong and filmed at Washington, DC’s Warner Theatre, and previews Rami Youssef’s third HBO special “Rami
Comedy Survivor Week 14 - The Final Three
Go ahead an dput on a stupoid face if you don't like this week's result, but it was pretty clear.And we are on to the final three...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support.Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac is a daily podcast covering comedians, stand-up comedy, late
Nikki Glaser Skips Kevin Hart Roast
Nikki Glaser will sit out the Kevin Hart roast during Netflix Is a Joke because she can’t commit the time, after recently roasting Hart at the Golden Globes and Tom Brady roast; her Hulu special Good Girl premieres April 24, and she’s nervous about longtime road jokes being recorded and judged. He also previews the National Comedy Center’s Lucille Ball Comedy Festival in Jamestown, New York, headl
Pete Holmes’ Perfect Sunday PLUS Jerry Seinfeld & Nae Bargatze on Standup
Johnny Mac delivers daily comedy news, highlighting Pete Holmes’ LA Times “perfect Sunday” itinerary centered on family, local shops, vegan eats and nonstop stops from coffee and children’s books to Donut Friend, the Huntington, Crossroads Kitchen, Largo, and late-night Norms. He recaps a Forbes conversation where Jerry Seinfeld and Nate Bargatze discuss breaking past a 60-minute barrier, corporat
Facebook Comments continue to slay Bill Burr
Johnny Mac delivers a comedy news roundup, saying he quit watching “Rooster” despite liking Steve Carell, and sharing Robbie Hoffman’s comments about being starstruck and awkward around Carell. Nate Bargatze discusses coming up around dirtier comics, a past joke about murdered prostitutes that upset a sex worker after it surfaced on YouTube, and his decision to drop it. Jim Gaffigan is set as keyn
Louis CK officially NOT CANCELLED - will headline Netflix festival and get Netflix special PLUS Eugene Mirman in firey crash
Johnny Mac delivers daily comedy news, leading with Netflix bringing Louis C.K. back to headline the Hollywood Bowl on May 5 at the Netflix Is A Joke festival and releasing his upcoming special “Ridiculous” this summer, revisiting his 2017 cancellation and admission of misconduct allegations. He reports Eugene Merman was hospitalized with serious injuries after crashing into a toll plaza in New Ha
Kid Rock’s Comedy Jam Lineup with Shane Gillis
Johnny Mac delivers Daily Comedy News and apologizes for audio peak distortion before covering Kid Rock’s Comedy Jam returning for its fifth year at the 2026 Nashville Comedy Festival on April 13 at the Ryman, benefiting the Kid Rock Foundation, with a lineup including Kevin James, Kathy Griffin, Shane Gillis, Joey Diaz, Heather McMahon, Morgan Jay, and Nate Jackson. He notes Matt Rife threw the f
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