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Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac
Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast.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, s...
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Netflix Is a Joke Festival 2026: An Epic Comedy Lineup
The return of the 'Netflix is a Joke' festival is set to take place in Los Angeles from May 4-10, 2026. Featuring over 350 live events, the festival w...
Ricky Gervais' Security Escapades and Chris D'Elia's Comedy World Fallout
Johnny Mac discusses Ricky Gervais' over-the-top security measures during his stand-up performances and the audience's mixed reactions to his controve...
Kam Patterson's SNL Kill Tony Controversy
Johnny Mac discusses comedian Cam Patterson's controversial comments about Saturday Night Live, which could impact his career.
He also co...
Comedy Survivor Episode 3 - Week 2 Result has a Dramatic Upset
The results for Comedy Survivor Week 2 are in, and there's a dramatic upset as a major comedian leaves the island.
Become a supporter of...
Mike and Mac - Top 10 Greatest Late Night Hosts (Part 2)
Johnny Mac and Mike Chisholm discuss the top 10 late night hosts of all time, starting with recaps from the previous episode and details on hosts from...
Mike and Mac - Top 10 Greatest Late Night Hosts (Part 1)
Johnny Mac teams up with Mike Chisholm, host of the Letterman Podcast, to discuss and react to Mike's personally curated list of the top 10 late-night...
Is Bill Burr's Monday Morning Podcasting hemorrhaging?
An internet thread suggested Bill Burr's podcasts are down, and the comments section has turned against him. Johnny Mac takes a look.
Na...
Pete Davidson Netflix 'Podcast' Controversy, and Joe Rogan has a Cronkite moment
In today's angsty episode of Daily Comedy News, Johnny Mac critiques Netflix's announcement of Pete Davidson's new 'video podcast,' asserting it's mor...
The Case Against Ricky Gervais, Shane Gillis' New Deal and Jerry Seinfeld's Surprising Gym Routine
Johnny Mac discusses a provoking article by Jason Zinoman from the New York Times, questioning whether the worst Netflix special of the year, Ricky Ge...
What was Wanda Sykes even talking about?????
ohnny Mac discusses Wanda Sykes' comment on mediocre white guys at the Golden Globes and questions its intended targets. He also speaks about Adam San...
Comedy Survivor Episode 2 - Week 1 Result has Major Comedian Eliminated!
In 'Comedy Survivor' 16 comedians are stranded on an island, and the audience votes one off each week via a Facebook group.
This epsiode...
Nikki Glaser crushes Golden Globes, Bowen Yang kinda canceled, John Mulaney's ICE decision
Golden Globes Recap and Controversies in Comedy
Johnny Mack delivers the daily comedy news, starting with a detailed recap of Nikki Glaser’s per...
Mike and Mac - The State of Comedy in 2026
Johnny Mac and Mike Chisholm from The Letterman Podcast discuss the state of comedy as 2025 came to an end. They explore the divided yet successful co...
Nikki Glaser Preps for the Golden Globes and Hollywood's Lavish Gift Bag
Johnny Mac provides an entertaining update on the upcoming Golden Globes ceremony, hosted by Nikki Glaser. He highlights Nikki's reflections on her in...
Comedy Stock Market - Load up on Nikki Glaser and sell your Marcello Hernandez stock
The episode focuses on Nikki Glaser's upcoming Golden Globes hosting gig, her approach to humor, and her career reflections. It also discusses Chris G...
Golden Globes Host Nikki Glaser on her monologue prep , Conan O'Brien's Advice for anti Trump comics
Johnny Mac delivers the latest updates in the comedy industry, including Nikki Glaser's upcoming role as Golden Globes host and her challenges craftin...
Late Night vs Trump, Joe Rogan Protested in Austin, Nikki Glaser’s Golden Globes, and the State of Comedy
The episode includes a satirical notice on new 2026 podcasting rules concerning presidential statements, hilarious late-night jokes about political ha...
Comedian calls out Ricky Gervais and Dave Chappelle
Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast. Today’s episode covers Rosie Jones directing strong words towards Ricky Gervais and Jimmy Car...
Comedy Survivor Episode 1 - The Battle Begins on Comedy Island
Welcome to the debut episode of Comedy Survivor, hosted by Johnny Mack. This competition features 16 comedians stranded on Comedy Island, where one w...
Bert Kreischer's wonderful New Year's Eve Technical Disaster
Johnny Mac ighlights the technical debacles at various New Year's Eve shows, including Bert Reiser’s special and CBS's 12-minute broadcast outage duri...
Who Won (and Lost) Comedy in 2025?
Daily Comedy News: Winners and Losers of 2025
The biggest winners and losers in the world of comedy for the year 2025. Johnny Mac highlights the...
Best Standup Comedy Specials of 2025: Final Rankings and Highlights
Johnny Mac provides a definitive ranking of the top standup comedy specials of 2025. Notable mentions include Marc Maron's 'Panicked' as the best spec...
Controversies in Comedy: Chevy Chase, Jon Stewart, Dave Chappelle & More
Johnny Mac delves into several controversies surrounding high-profile comedians. He discusses the Chevy Chase documentary and the lack of participati...
A look at Deadline's Comics To Watch in 2026
Johnny Mac discusses Deadline's list of 20 standup comedians to watch in 2026, sharing insights and opinions on each. The list excludes comics tied to...
Jimmy Kimmel done in May 2027? Kumail Nanjiani affair with Michelle Obama?
Johnny Mac delivers the latest in comedy news, highlighting New Year's Eve celebrations with Bert Kreischer hosting on CBS, Other events include Ander...
Chappelle gets Criticized, Segura and Kresicher look uncool on Netflix NFL
00:26 David Draiman's Open Letter to Dave Chappelle
01:10 Chappelle's Controversial Joke and Public Reaction
02:38 Jimmy Kimmel's Alternat...
Reaction to Billboard's Top 25 Stand-Up Comedians - did they get The Top 5 right and the three they got WRONG
Johnny Mac comments on Billboard's list of the Top 25 Comedians of the 21st Century....there are three names that should NOT be on here. How did they...
Reaction to Billboard's Top 25 Stand-Up Comedians Of The Century List - are Jim Gaffigan and Sarah Silverman too LOW?
Johnny Mac dives into Billboard.com's list of the 25 best stand-up comedians of the 21st century. Reacting to the list for the first time, Mack discus...
Max Amini - The Unseen Comedy Star
John provides a humorous review of Deadline's list of the top 14 comedic performers who achieved significant professional growth in 2025. Highlighting...
Comedy Stock Market - Sell Bowen Yang, Dave Chappelle. PLUS Shane Gillis to attend Knucklemania
Johnny Mac presents the latest updates in the comedy world. Stephen Colbert denied any plans to run for president in 2028, stressing he should not run...
Exploring Variety’s Top 100 Comedy Movies of All Time (Part 2) - Thankfully little Adam Sandler!
Johnny Mac eviews the second part of Variety's list of the 100 best comedy movies of all time, covering titles ranked from 49 to 1. Johnny presents hi...
Exploring Variety’s Top 100 Comedy Movies of All Time (Part 1) - Airplane is TOO LOW!
Johnny Mac delves into Variety's list of the 100 greatest comedy movies ever made. Without prior judgment, Johnny provides his reactions to the first...
Jimmy Kimmel's UK Christmas Address PLUS Comedy Festivus hits Chappelle, Pete Davidson, Bill Burr
Johnny Mac delivers the latest in comedy news, covering Dave Chappelle's fleeting buzz, Jimmy Kimmel's quirky Christmas message, and Bowen Yang's exit...
Comedy News Today - which comedians had the biggest earning tours of 2025
Johnny Mac's 'Daily Comedy News' dives into Billboard's top 10 comedy tours of 2025, highlighting the achievements of comedians like Nate Brize, Kevin...
Comedy News Today - Dave Chappelle's Surprise Special Reviewed and Bowen Yang's SNL Farewell
Johnny Mac discusses Dave Chappelle's unexpected Netflix special, giving it a strong review and comparing it to other top comedy specials of the year....
Daily Comedy News 2025 Unwrapped - These comedians were mentioned this most
In this episode of 'Daily Comedy News 2025 Unwrapped,' Johnny Mac humorously reviews the most mentioned comedians and comedy trends of the year. The A...
Comedy News Today - Bowen Yang Shocker! He's leaving SNL Tonight!
Johnny Mac delivers the latest in comedy news, covering the tearful revelations at Rob Reiner's memorial, Amy Schumer's looming divorce with Chris Fis...
Comedy Stock Market - Sell Amy Schumer, Buy Nikki Glaser
Bert Kriesicher's hosting gig on CBS's New Year's Eve Nashville Big Bash alongside Hardy and Halle Bailey. Tom Segura's new Netflix special, 'Teacher,...
Comedy News Today - Amy Schumer and Nikki Glaser secret feud
Johnny Mac delivers daily comedy news, discussing a secret feud between Amy Schumer and Nikki Glaser, and Schumer’s controversial prenup jokes. Anthon...
Comedy News Update - Rob Reiner - dark moments at Conan O'Brien's party. Bill Hader lays low. PLUS more celebrity reactions
The holiday party at Conan O'Brien's house got dark. Rob Reiner's son, Nick, reportedly caused disturbances at the event, leading to a heated argument...