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Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac

Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac
Nate Bargatze
Shane Gillis
Saturday Night Live
Kevin Hart
Dave Chappelle
Dane Cook
Netflix
Nikki Glaser
Bill Burr
Chris Rock
Sebastian Maniscalco
Jimmy Kimmel
Conan O'brien
Stephen Colbert
John Mulaney
Jimmy Fallon
Tom Segura
Jerry Seinfeld
Ricky Gervais
Donald Trump

Stand-up comedy news. Late night TV. SNL. Comedy specials. Comedian tours. Every day. Johnny Mac covers the comedy world like a beat reporter — who's selling out arenas, who's in trouble, who said what, and what it means for the business of being funny. If you follow Kevin Hart, Dave Chappelle, Nikki Glaser, Shane Gillis, John Mulaney, Bert Kreischer, or any working comedian, this is your daily br... more

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Nikki Glaser’s reported $250,000 Gator Growl contract came with a very specific request: Whole Foods sushi. Johnny Mac goes through the University of Florida gig’s backstage rider, from cucumber rolls and peanut M&M’s to gold and silver Sharpies. The... more

Johnny Mac covers The Daily Beast’s framing of Nate Bargatze as a “MAGA comedian” ahead of his fourth Netflix hour, Good For Nathan, out November 24, referencing photos of him with Trump allies at a White House lawn UFC event. Stavros Halkias says UF... more

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Marc Maron talks with the LA Times about adjusting to life after podcasting, how losing WTF’s monologues changes his joke-writing, and his plan to film a new special in December possibly titled “Free Time.” He also covers NBC discussions about celebr... more

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A special political edition: five songs about the election, written by people who also couldn’t sleep. Every song is a new entry, and the number one is the first song ever to debut at the top of this chart. It is also the first song ever played on th... more

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Recent Guests

Liz Miele
Stand-up comedian
Episode: Comedians Urge Sebastian Maniscalco to Restore Airplay for Working Comics
Bill Burr
Comedian; subject of the deep dive
Episode: Stavros Halkias: Comedy Snob PLUS Bill Burr on Bombing, Parenting, and Theater; Taylor Tomlinson on Leaving After Midnight
Maria Bamford
Comedian featured in a documentary trailer segment
Episode: Dane Cook Porch Pirate Video PLUS New Specials from Che, Bamford, Hardwick
Nate Bargatze
Controversial mega-comedian
Ford advertising campaign participant
Episode: Controversial MAGA Comedian Nate Bargatze tapped by Ford
Sam Morril
Stand-up comedian, Netflix special star
Episode: Springsteen Drops Kimmel, Sam Morril’s Netflix Special, and Dane Cook’s Family Fallou
Jo Koy
Comedian appearing as a guest on the show
Episode: Norm Macdonald Netflix Doc, Jimmy Kimmel Rumors, and John Cleese vs BBC Cuts
Bowen Yang
Former SNL cast member discussing skincare advertorials
Episode: Norm Macdonald Netflix Doc, Jimmy Kimmel Rumors, and John Cleese vs BBC Cuts
Ken Jeong
Actor/comedian commenting on sports ownership and international appeal
Episode: Norm Macdonald Netflix Doc, Jimmy Kimmel Rumors, and John Cleese vs BBC Cuts
Barack Obama
44th President of the United States
White House / Former President
Episode: Comedy Deep Dive: Marc Maron, WTF and the Podcast That Changed Comedy

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Johnny Mac
Comedy news reporter covering stand-up, late-night television, and the comedy industry

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 236 ratings
  • Love this show!

    The title says it all.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shazamike
    Canada9 months ago
  • Weird Hill to Die On

    I find all of the Jay Leno comments odd. First time felt odd — like, where did that random spewing of defensiveness come from?

    Then he keeps up with the long tangents any time he gets the opportunity?

    I don’t care if someone likes Jay Leno or not, but the extent the host goes to in blanketly defend him is off-topic, distracting, and oblivious to just how often Leno punched down and how it affected the respective demographics.

    No one’s perfect, and people have learned and started to do better,... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Smartass Hanna
    Canadaa year ago
  • Update. 5 stars

    Ok Johnny is working double overtime around the Jimmy Kimmel situation and I respect the hard work, plus I know nothing about football and I don't gamble but his ad drops for this football gambling site are actually enjoyable to listen to and now I find out prescient as well. I actually could have won a lot of money if I took the guys advice on the 49ers game, exactly what he predicted happened! (Star rusher got injured and is out for the season). I gotta say Mr. Mack, you deserve the five stars... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Isaac J.S.
    United Statesa year ago
  • This show rocks!

    Good daily recap for comedy fans!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hey cheers
    United States2 years ago
  • Honestly

    Honestly I would love to give this show 5 stars based on content but gimmicky ad campaigns really cheapen the user experience

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Isaac J.S.
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners value the quick daily roundup for keeping them current on comedians, specials, and late-night news.
Repetitive or frequent ad reads are a recurring source of frustration, though some listeners note improvements.
Some listeners want more coverage of women and a broader range of comedians.
Some listeners find recurring opinions or tangents distracting, especially when they take attention away from the news.
Johnny Mac's delivery and commentary are praised as lively, informative, and entertaining.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#29
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Apple Podcasts
#33
Canada/Comedy/Stand-Up
Apple Podcasts
#81
United Kingdom/Comedy/Stand-Up
Apple Podcasts
#35
Germany/Comedy/Stand-Up
Apple Podcasts
#60
Australia/Comedy/Stand-Up
Apple Podcasts
#79
Italy/Comedy/Stand-Up

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Trevor Noah Is Fronting a South Africa Tourism Campaign
Q: Why not ask Black Coffee?
The host uses a playful prompt to segue into Trevor Noah's responses, prompting him to discuss South Africa and travel experiences with humor and candid observations about climate and culture.
Andrew Schulz in shorts? ESPYs with Marcello Hernandez. Blue Collar Comics on ‘Woke’ Culture. Tim Heidecker’s Fake Infowars
Q: What was the source of the New York Times headline about Andrew Schulz, and how did you react to it?
I highlighted the headline, acknowledged its presence, and used it to launch a larger conversation about how media brands can inflate a comedian's political persona, then pivoted to critique and context.
David Cross on Intimate Specials, Hannibal Buress’ Music, and Melbourne Comedy Festival Highlight
Q: I have a question, Melbourne. Do you know my key card? The transportation card in Melbourne, right? Do you tap when you take a tram?
The segment explains the importance of tapping the card to avoid fines and to maximize a sense of security and efficiency, turning a mundane city ritual into a humorous but practical topic.
Pete Holmes Talks New Special ‘Silly Silly Fun Boy,’ Standup Craft, and Spirituality
Q: How do you say the title of your book?
I say Comedy Sex God, not a Comedy Sex God. I considered after publishing it to call it Comedy and Sex and God.
Pete Holmes Talks New Special ‘Silly Silly Fun Boy,’ Standup Craft, and Spirituality
Q: Can you talk about that awesome Chicago comedy series at the turn of the century?
There was something about time and place; when you look back in your 40s, you realize you're a product of a time and place, and for me it was Chicago in 2001.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Daily Comedy News

What is Daily Comedy News about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A concise, frequent briefing on stand-up and the wider comedy business, with coverage of late-night television, Saturday Night Live, comedy specials, tours, festivals, and disputes or controversies involving comedians. Johnny Mac delivers news roundups with commentary, recommendations, comedian profiles, and occasional recurring features such as comedy-industry stock picks. Stories range from established performers and television figures to rising comics, with attention to how material is developed, received, marketed, and affected by industry changes. The coverage also follows comedy across streaming platforms, social media, live events, and television, making it useful for fans who want a steady overview rather than long interviews or per... more

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Recent guests on Daily Comedy News include:

1. Liz Miele
2. Bill Burr
3. Maria Bamford
4. Nate Bargatze
5. Sam Morril
6. Jo Koy
7. Bowen Yang
8. Ken Jeong

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