Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac

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 half of the list, starting from number 100 through number 50. Some highlights and notable entries include 'Wayne's World' at 99, 'Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy' at 88, 'Airplane!' at 62, and 'The Waterboy' at 50.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com Thanks to our sponsors!Raycon EarbudsUnderdog Fantasy Promo Code DCNBlue Chew Promo Code DCNTalkspace promo code Space 80For 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.

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 from SNL. The script highlights Amy Schumer's reflections on friendship post-October 7th, Gabe Iglesias' benefit show, and a funny campaign where Stavros Halas disdainfully plays a mob Santa for Patreon. Also discussed are rising conservative jokes in late-night, Toby Morton's satirical domain purchases, and grievances against comedians performing at the Riyadh Comedy Festival. Kevin Hart’s new poker show, T.I.'s upcoming special, and Jon Stewart’s participation in the Broadway play 'All Out' are highlighted, among other comedy events and reflections.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com Thanks to our sponsors!Raycon EarbudsUnderdog Fantasy Promo Code DCNBlue Chew Promo Code DCNTalkspace promo code Space 80For 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.

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 Hart, Nikki Glaser, and more. Nikki Glaser earns a spot as the only woman in the top 10, while Weird Al Yankovic and Matt Rife also make notable appearances. The episode also includes a playful segment about Bert Kreischer's supposed parking habits, a profile on Marc Maron's reflective thoughts on aging, and mentions of Jimmy Carr's commitment to comedy and Chloe Fineman's quirky hotel partnerships. There's a humorous retelling of a WGA meeting anecdote by John Mulaney and Robbie Hoffman, and a mention of the 'Everybody Loves Raymond' reunion special. Finally, comedian Connor Wood shares his travel essentials.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com Thanks to our sponsors!Raycon EarbudsUnderdog Fantasy Promo Code DCNBlue Chew Promo Code DCNTalkspace promo code Space 80For 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.

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. He reflects on Chappelle's performance and the unusual release strategy.The episode also covers Bowen Yang's emotional departure from Saturday Night Live and speculates on his future career moves. Additionally, there's a brief mention of a physical altercation at Conan O'Brien's holiday party, and a review of Kumail Nanjiani's special, which Johnny finds prety good, but is suspect of some reviews oout there.00:20 Dave Chappelle's Surprise Special00:42 Review of Dave Chappelle's Special03:14 Spoilers and Highlights of Dave Chappelle's special07:51 Bowen Yang's SNL Farewell10:19 Conan O'Brien's shockingly sad Holiday Party Incident11:23 Quick Kumail Nanjiani Special Review12:25 Closing Remarks and RecommendationsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com Thanks to our sponsors!Raycon EarbudsUnderdog Fantasy Promo Code DCNBlue Chew Promo Code DCNTalkspace promo code Space 80For 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.

In this episode of 'Daily Comedy News 2025 Unwrapped,' Johnny Mac humorously reviews the most mentioned comedians and comedy trends of the year. The AI-generated data reveals Bill Burr as the most mentioned comedian with 135 mentions, followed by John Mulaney and Shane Gillis. SNL dominated the discussion of shows with 227 mentions. According to the data, podcasts were the most frequently mentioned topic in comedy, highlighting their significance in the industry. The show wraps up with key takeaways such as the lasting impact of SNL, the rise of podcasts, and the influence of controversial figures like Trump and Jay Leno.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com Thanks to our sponsors!Raycon EarbudsUnderdog Fantasy Promo Code DCNBlue Chew Promo Code DCNTalkspace promo code Space 80For 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.