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

We are down to the final five contestants on Comedy Surivor? Can Leslie Jones and Atsuko Okatsuka survive another week? Is there momentum against a name that was previously safe? Te result! 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 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 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mac covers Mark Normand’s Club Shay Shay comments about Taylor Swift and a BBL, explains what a Brazilian butt lift is, and notes online backlash aimed at Normand and Shannon Sharpe. He shares mixed reactions to Normand’s new special, saying the relentless one-liner pace wore him out and arguing sets should ebb and flow. News items include Josh Johnson’s upcoming HBO special “Josh Johnson: Symphony” this spring; Netflix’s standup competition “Funny AF with Kevin Hart” premiering April 20 with judges including Keegan-Michael Key, Tom Segura, Chelsea Handler, and Nikki Glaser; Theo Von and David Spade’s self-distributed film “Busboy” in theaters April 17; Stavros Halkias joining a Judd Apatow-directed Glenn Powell comedy set for Feb. 5, 2027; Jo Koy and Gabriel Iglesias selling out SoFi Stadium; Zach Galifianakis’ Netflix “This Is a Gardening Show” on April 22; and Mystery Science Theater 3000 raising about $2.7M on Kickstarter for four new episodes. 00:00 Swift Joke Fallout 01:49 BBL Explained 02:37 Swifties React Online 03:24 Mark Normand Special Thoughts 04:14 Josh Johnson HBO Special 05:05 Kevin Hart Comedy Contest 06:02 Volleyball Side Quest 08:02 Busboy Movie News 09:35 Stavros Joins Apatow Film 10:08 Riyadh Fest Backlash 10:32 SoFi Stadium Success 11:55 Comedy Survivor Plug 12:46 Zach Gardening Show 13:55 MST3K Kickstarter Win 14:39 Wrap Up And Goodbye Volleyball email me john at thesharkdeck.com 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 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 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mac covers Jay Leno on Judd Apatow’s podcast discussing a comedy “Mount Rushmore,” with Mac calling George Carlin and Richard Pryor undeniable while debating other candidates and noting women like Joan Rivers; Leno’s four picks are Richard (“Richie”) Pryor, Robert Klein, Bob Newhart, and Rodney Dangerfield, with Carlin as his fifth. Mac also recounts Leno telling Craig Ferguson about failing to recognize an uninteresting Tonight Show guest he’d just interviewed. Kevin Nealon describes learning by bartending at the Improv and studying comics like Leno, Richard Lewis, Andy Kaufman, and Seinfeld, plus advice about not taking the business personally. Jerry Seinfeld and Nate Bargatze discuss touring as a muscle and staying sharp in arenas. Rob Riggle talks career highlights and writing his book, and Russell Peters tells stories involving Blake Griffin trying comedy and later heckling him at an NBA game. 00:17 Mount Rushmore Debate 01:52 Leno Picks Pryor 02:39 Robert Klein Case 03:17 Newhart and Dangerfield 05:14 Leno Guest Brain Drift 05:56 Kevin Nealon Lessons 06:44 Seinfeld and Bargatze Touring 07:53 Rob Riggle Grit Book 09:05 Russell Peters vs Blake 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 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 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mac’s Daily Comedy News recaps a conversation with Jerry Seinfeld and Nate Bargatze, with Nate describing building opportunities for comics via showcases and longer sets, highlighting Greg Warren’s rapid success after a short arena spot and noting Derek Strope’s Netflix presence. They discuss how standup became a destination as sitcom paths narrowed, alt rooms expanded, and arena/Netflix-era careers grew, with Seinfeld arguing standup avoids third-party gatekeeping that can obstruct comedy in TV and film. Marc Maron tells Consequence he made a joke about the Riyadh Comedy Festival but criticizes rationalizing money from autocratic countries and says nothing would entice him to go. Jessica Kirson tells Pride Source internet exposure helps touring but isn’t a living, and explains her “internal monologue” turn-away bit. An LA Times item describes an unofficial Conan O’Brien plaque by Tim Hamill. Maria Bamford rejects “best” rankings, comments on Billboard’s list, and suggests more women should be included. Sheng Wang discusses finding humor in ordinary life, working clean, and interest in nature and plant photos. 00:22 Nate Bargatze Finds Comics 01:13 Seinfeld on Standup Boom 02:42 Marc Maron Riyadh Controversy 03:58 Jessica Kirson Touring Reality 04:56 Conan Plaque Street Story 06:39 Bamford and Billboard Rankings 07:14 The Top 25 09:06 Sheng Wang Comedy Philosophy 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 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 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mac delivers Daily Comedy News, noting Are You Garbage is taping live shows in Tampa and highlighting its popularity, including 22,000 Patreon subscribers and an estimated $130,000/month, plus past guests. e\John reacts to HBO’s trailer for Julio Torres’ Color Theories, criticizing the production and apparent added laugh track while describing the special’s color-based standup concept and premiere timing. A preview f Saturday Night Live UK with Tina Fey hosting. Mark Normand’s comments about social media algorithms, audience polarization, late-night comedy’s repetitiveness, and the rise of crowd-work clips. A New York Times piece on Chris Fleming’s purple jumpsuit design, then gives “comedy stock market” picks: sell Chris Fleming and Bert Kreischer; buy Pete Holmes, Mark Normand, and SNL UK. Finally, Carol Leifer’s PETA videos criticizing French bulldog breeding 00:22 Are You Garbage Live 02:09 Julio Torres Special 05:26 SNL UK Tina Fey 08:40 Mark Normand Algorithms 11:09 NYT on Chris Fleming's Suit 15:19 Comedy Stock Market 19:10 Caroll Leifer Dogs PSA 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 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 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mac recaps Scrubs Season 10, Episode 5, “My Angel” (air date March 18, 2026), saying he liked it despite it not being the funniest and praising the emotional beats and newer characters. JD tries dating again and hits it off with Lily, a harp-playing volunteer, after Turk warns him not to date employees and later gives the green light; on a date at Lloyd’s Tavern, Lily proposes sex, but a pizza box triggers a flashback to Season 1 Episode 15 with Elliott, revealing JD isn’t over her, and Turk picks him up per “bro code.” Elliott’s subplot involves securing a liver for a patient; the organ arrives via a good-looking pilot, and Elliott walks off with him as JD sees and looks sad. Johnny also cites Sarah Chalke on Michael Rosenbaum’s podcast describing the rebuilt set as identical and surreal, and notes Zach Braff denied rumors he’s dating an AI chatbot. 00:36 Why I Loved This Episode 01:05 JD Meets Lily 01:59 Date Night Goes Sideways 02:35 Pizza Box Flashback 03:27 Elliot’s Hospital Storyline 04:06 Sarah Chalke Set Memories 05:20 Zach Braff AI Rumor 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 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 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Jelly Roll’s wife Bunny apologized to Bert Kreischer after joking she looked like him in facelift footage, unaware Kreischer’s tour bus had caught fire. Kevin Hart blasted a new wax statue likeness on Instagram, prompting viral debate and a joking reply from Dwayne Johnson. A Ralphie May documentary premieres in Los Angeles April 28 with a tour to several cities. Kid Rock criticized a Conan O’Brien Oscars joke and promoted his “My Freedom 250 Tour.” Oscars drew 17.86M viewers on ABC/Hulu. Jonathan Kite’s Anthony Bourdain-style AMC clip is highlighted. Jimmy Kimmel responded to Newsmax calls for FCC action. Radar Online claims CBS is removing Stephen Colbert branding. i 00:27 Apology to Bert Kresicher 01:11 Kevin Hart Wax Fail 01:48 Ralphie May Documentary 03:11 Kid Rock vs Conan 04:25 Oscars Ratings Update 05:29 Bourdain AMC Bit 06:10 Kimmel vs Newsmax 07:20 Colbert CBS Rumors 08:00 Comedy Survivor Vote 08:26 iHeart Podcast Awards 10:17 Seinfeld Car Record 11:26 Wrap Up And Miles 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 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 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

A preiview of SNL UK’s debut on Sky One at 10 PM local time with Tina Fey hosting and Wet Leg as musical guest; season one has six 75-minute episodes, including hosts Jamie Dornan (with guest Wolf Alice and Casian) and Riz Ahmed, and U.S. viewers can watch next day on Peacock. In U.S. SNL news, John discusses Marcello Hernandez’s Sebastian Maniscalco impression and praises a Tucker Carlson impression on Weekend Update, then notes similarities between an SNL RFK Hospital parody and earlier Daily Show and Jimmy Kimmel Live sketches. He covers Mark Normand’s new Netflix special, Bert Kreischer’s bus fire update and Netflix projects, Conan O’Brien’s comments on political jokes at the Oscars, Robbie Hoffman returning a found diamond watch at Vanity Fair’s party. 00:17 SNL UK Launch Details 01:19 Guardian Behind Scenes 02:54 SNL US Impressions 06:48 Daily Show SNL Beef 08:09 Mark Normand Special 10:19 Bert Kresicher Bus Fire Update Part 17 11:21 Fishing Pronunciation 12:03 Conan Oscars Politics 12:27 Robbie Hoffman Watch 14:04 Amazon Bond Series Rant 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 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 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mac delivers a sequel to his Oscars recap, focusing on Conan O’Brien’s hosting: Variety quotes Disney TV exec Rob Mills calling Conan “host for life,” details producers’ notes on bits (Leonardo DiCaprio’s meme moment was not pre-briefed; Matt Berry announced from London), and mentions an end sketch parodying Best Picture winner “One Battle After Another” with no alternate endings. He contrasts tabloid criticism (Daily Mail, Radar Online) with praise from The Times and Nikki Glaser, and notes Ricky Gervais tweeted “F that” about hosting. He recounts Oscars snack boxes and Conan’s note, reports fake anti-Trump/anti-Elon posters from “Everyone Hates Elon,” and a White House tweet attacking Jimmy Kimmel after a joke implying Trump. He shares Conan’s Ireland immigration story, plugs Mark Normand’s Netflix special, and covers stories on Bert Kreischer, David Nihill, and Maggie Winters. 01:54 Conan mood and podcast rant 02:42 Oscars producers and host talk 03:51 Tech delay and end sketch 06:22 Conan backlash headlines 11:09 Praise and Nikki review 14:02 Snack boxes and protest posters 16:34 Kimmel vs White House 18:26 Conan Ireland immigration story 20:28 Listener notes and show mission 21:40 Mark Normand special 22:28 Bert bus fire jokes 23:18 Irish comic David Nihill 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 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 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

The listener alliances are getting stronger, and creating more chaos. Have the odds finally caught up to Atsuko Okatsuka? 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 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 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mac delivers a play-by-play Oscars recap focused on Conan O’Brien’s hosting and monologue, praising the show’s production, the movie-referencing cold open, and specific jokes (including political bits, a rule-of-three example, and a serious statement about global artistry), plus notes on Matt Berry announcing from London and Jimmy Kimmel’s cameo. He says he likes letting non-star winners speak and observes hosts tend to disappear later in the broadcast, then teases covering the second half on Tuesday. He reports Bert Kreischer’s tour bus caught fire on I-94 after a tire blowout, with everyone safe but belongings lost. He also previews Tuesday discussion of a strong SNL episode, praises Harry Styles as host, notes Colbert’s Book of Mormon anniversary segment with Trey Parker, Matt Stone, and Robert Lopez, shares Vice quotes from Pete Holmes, lists Comedy Gives Back’s Alt Comedy All Stars 2026 lineup, and runs through SXSW comedy events. 00:55 Cold Open Breakdown 02:15 Monologue Fastball 04:11 Jokes Tags And Craft 07:20 Serious Global Moment 08:33 Tech And Matt Berry 09:41 Post Break And Tributes 11:14 Kimmel Cameo And Wrap 12:17 Bert Bus Fire News 13:48 SNL Recap Highlights 14:21 Break And Second Half 14:38 Colbert Book Mormon 16:04 Pete Holmes Interview 17:32 Comedy Gives Back 18:25 SXSW Comedy Listings 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 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 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mac delivers a Daily Comedy News roundup: Oscars coverage is coming, and Wanda Sykes told Stephen Colbert to “burn this bitch down” on his final May 21 episode as Colbert joked about trying to book Pope Leo. Jimmy O. Yang’s third special, "Finally Home," taped on a sold-out Hong Kong arena run, will screen in Hong Kong March 20 and open in U.S./Canada theaters March 27, blending English with subtitled Cantonese and immigrant/family material. Tom Segura praised YMH Studios’ staff and said he was reluctant to start podcasting but found it empowering. Theo Von reportedly dropped out of the Baton Rouge Parade. George Lopez discussed including politics without preaching. Ron Funches praised Travis Kelce as a charming game show host. Angela Kinsey would reprise Angela Martin for Peacock’s "The Paper," while Mackenzie Crook discussed moving toward “gentle comedy.” Steve Harvey shared a story about fishing to survive. The episode previews SXSW comedy events and notes Jeff Foxworthy’s talk on biblical manhood and fatherhood. 00:20 Wanda Sykes on Colbert 00:42 Jimmy O Yang Special 01:33 Trailer Clip Highlights 02:10 Tom Segura Podcasting 03:06 Theo Von Parade Update 03:41 George Lopez Politics 04:06 Travis Kelce Praise 04:32 Office Spinoff Talk 05:56 Steve Harvey Fishing Story 06:44 Oscars and SXSW Schedule 07:59 Jeff Foxworthy Faith Talk 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 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 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mac focuses on Conan O’Brien hosting the Oscars tomorrow night. O’Brien says hosting isn’t about nonstop punchlines but guiding the show, balancing entertainment with acknowledging realities like the ongoing war in Iran, and staying topical as jokes quickly become outdated; he emphasizes heavy preparation while keeping the broadcast organic and ready for surprises. Showrunners note annual monitoring and security support from the FBI and LAPD. Mack highlights multiple O’Brien interviews (LA Times, LateNighter with Bill Carter, The New Yorker, and The Hollywood Reporter) covering topics including returning to host, cold open teases, pay for hosting, the 2022 Oscars hosts, and O’Brien’s approach to improvising when things go off the rails. The episode also lists South by Southwest comedy shows and performers for tonight at Creek and the Cave and Esther’s Follies, 00:18 Conan Hosts Oscars 01:31 Topical Jokes and Safety 02:44 Podcast Queue Detour 03:18 Bill Carter Interview Highlights 06:01 Hollywood Reporter Praise 07:03 Oscars Pay and Past Hosts 07:55 New Yorker Prep and Chaos 09:15 Heightened Persona Talk 10:51 Ad Free Subscription Pitch 11:14 SXSW Comedy Listings 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 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 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Matthew Berry (Toast of London, What We Do in the Shadows) will be the Oscars announcer as Conan O’Brien hosts. He highlights a Variety critique arguing Stephen Colbert’s Late Show goodbye has shifted from anti-Trump resistance to an ego trip, with guests increasingly praising Colbert. Mack recaps Conan on the Kelce brothers’ New Heights podcast, including a bit about yelling at Jason Kelce’s kids, and notes Conan’s age. He reads harsh Facebook comments on Bill Burr’s Rhode Island presales and cites a New York Times item where Joe Rogan says Trump supporters feel betrayed by the Iran war. He plugs Theo Von at Baton Rouge’s St. Patrick’s Day parade and offers “comedy stock market” picks: buy Will Ferrell, Derek Stroop, Bobby Lee, Chris Fleming; hold Conan O’Brien; plus SXSW comedy notes featuring Bill Burr and Devon Walker. 00:58 Oscars Announcer Hype 01:53 Matthew Berry Pronunciation Bit 02:52 Colbert Farewell Critique 04:25 Conan on New Heights with the Kelce brothers 05:47 Bill Burr Facebook Backlash 06:51 Rogan on Trump and War 07:39 Theo Von Parade Plug 07:59 Comedy Stock Market Picks 10:38 SXSW Comedy and Wrap Up 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 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 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mac reviews Season 10, Episode 4 (“My Poker Phase,” March 11, 2026), calling it the fourth best so far with few laughs aside from a Chewbacca roommate gag and flashbacks of Turk doing the Macarena. JD tries to revive poker night with Turk, interns from medical and surgical services compete, and Elliot treats a social-media-obsessed patient played by Matt Rife. 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 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 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mac shares recommendations for Derek Stroop’s Netflix special and HBO’s Rooster, then reports Nikki Glaser will return as Golden Globes host on Jan. 10, 2027. He recounts Conan O’Brien’s comments to The Hollywood Reporter and The New Yorker about the murders of Rob and Michelle Reiner and why he hasn’t discussed them on his podcast. An NBC News poll ranks Pope Leo XIV first and Stephen Colbert second in trust/net favorability. Rob Schneider, on Bill O’Reilly’s podcast, claims liberal women control hosts like Jimmy Kimmel and Colbert. Ricky Gervais denies telling a joke cited in a nurse’s suspension. Ali Siddiq discusses self-distributing specials and industry disregard. Gossip items include Russell Brand death rumors, Chelsea Handler’s “Cowboy” boyfriend, and Tracy Morgan’s mobility issues tied to his 2014 crash. Also: Bobby Lee announces “The Finally Tour,” Netflix’s Will Ferrell golf series is titled The Hawk, and Amazon announces Kountry Wayne’s Prime special Nostalgia. 00:50 Golden Globes Update 01:06 Conan and Reiner Tragedy 02:16 Trust Poll and Colbert 03:10 Rob Schneider Theory 03:53 Gervais Nurse Controversy 04:34 Ali Siddiq on Specials 05:21 Gossip Corner Returns 07:57 Bobby Lee Tour Dates 08:15 Will Ferrell Golf Series 09:24 Kountry Wayne Special 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 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 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mac delivers Daily Comedy News, leading with Men’s Journal coverage of Gabriel Iglesias launching his tequila brand Pocho Fino, positioned as affordable, social, and widely available, with flavors including blanco, grilled pineapple, and “Mexican candy,” and Iglesias describing hands-on involvement and the name’s Mexican American context. Conan O’Brien, in a Hollywood Reporter interview, says appearances like Hot Ones revealed late night is in trouble due to low-overhead shows drawing massive audiences. Seth Meyers jokes about politics and gas prices, while Fox News highlights Andrew Schulz discussing public anger over a potential Iran ground war amid affordability concerns, and the New York Times is cited calling him a major political journalist. Chelsea Handler alleges RFK Jr. and Cheryl Hines sold her a Brentwood home with serious issues. The episode promotes the Comedy Survivor Facebook vote, notes SNL UK coming to Peacock, and recaps Joe Rogan criticizing UFC 326 booing. 00:20 Fluffy Tequila Launch 03:30 Flavors And Promotion 04:12 Conan On Late Night 04:56 Seth Meyers Gas Prices 05:22 Andrew Schulz Iran Clip 07:15 Patton Oswalt Awards Jabs 07:52 Tig Notaro Cheryl Hines Rift 09:36 Chelsea Handler House Drama 12:11 Maxi Podcast TV Plans 12:42 SNL UK Coming To Peacock 13:00 Joe Rogan UFC Backlash 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 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 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mac covers Conan O’Brien on Michelle Obama’s podcast discussing optimism, career setbacks, luck, and privilege, and notes Conan is hosting the Oscars with a Hollywood Reporter cover story coming later. He recaps Stephen Colbert receiving the WGA Walter Bernstein Award and joking about Paramount and revolution. New releases include David Cross’s special “The End of the Beginning of the End” (website now, YouTube April 7), Cameron Esposito’s album “Person of No Consequence” (March 20), Derek Stroop’s Netflix special “Nostalgic,” Matt Koff’s Veeps special “Catman,” and Mario Adrion’s YouTube special “My Struggle.” He mentions Kathleen Madigan’s 1978 hoops shoot win and travel sports, Bill Maher getting bumped at a Lakers game, Blake Griffin comparing standup to the NBA, Matt Rife taking a tennis lesson, and Fox News interviewing Iranian-American comic Max Amini on avoiding politics and describing life under Iran’s regime. He closes with a reminder to vote in Comedy Survivor in the podcast’s Facebook group. 00:25 Conan on Optimism 02:20 Colbert WGA Jokes 03:14 New Specials Roundup 05:25 Kathleen Madigan Hoops 06:05 Travel Sports Rant 07:26 McDonalds Order: 2 Cheeseburger Meal, Diet Coke 08:26 Bill Maher Courtside at Knicks-Lakers 09:03 Blake Griffin Standup 09:42 Matt Rife Tennis 11:04 Max Amini on Iran 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 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 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mac recaps the latest week of Comedy Survivor, where listeners vote in the Daily Comedy News podcast Facebook group to eliminate comedians from Comedy Island.. Who goes home????? 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 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 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mack delivers Daily Comedy News, addressing speculation that Theo Von is the Masked Singer character “High Voltage,” then argues the voice and body type don’t match. He reports Conan O’Brien will give the keynote at Harvard’s 375th commencement and recaps Conan’s appearance on Michelle Obama’s podcast discussing performing at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, the Oscars, and the difficulty of doing news-driven comedy today. Other items include Jerry Seinfeld dining in Worcester before shows, Amy Schumer dancing on camera at a Knicks game, and book recommendations from John Mulaney (Jim Newton’s Grateful Dead book and Ken Kesey’s Sometimes a Great Notion) and Anthony Jeselnik (Vonnegut’s Mother Night). He notes an SNL UK trailer, Matt Rife setting a Prudential Center comedy attendance record, Ike Barinholtz launching the trivia podcast Funny You Ask March 25, and Margaret Cho saying Trump repeatedly asked her to do The Apprentice. 00:17 Theo Von on the Masked Singer? 01:52 Conan Harvard And Oscars 02:48 Conan On Michelle Obama 04:32 Seinfeld Dinner Order 05:08 Amy Schumer Knicks Cam 05:32 Mulaney Book Club Picks 07:49 SNL UK Trailer 08:35 Matt Rife Attendance Record 09:31 Comedy Survivor Tease 09:45 Ike Barinholtz Trivia Pod 12:12 Margaret Cho Trump Invite 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 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 For Uninterrupted Listening, use the Apple Podcast App and click the banner that says Uninterrupted Listening. $4.99/month John's Substack about media is free. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.