Highlights include Marc Maron's critical comments on American authoritarianism, a synopsis of Andrew Schulz's controversial New York Times piece, and the announcement of Marin's new HBO Max special. Shane Gillis will host the 2025 ESPY Awards, and Nate Brize is the focus of a new podcast episode, 'Comedy Means Business.' Margaret Cho shares her experience with Ellen DeGeneres, and Tina Fey and Amy Poehler's recent Atlantic City show featured some unexpectedly harsh jokes.

00:00 A Day at the Beach and Unexpected News
00:18 Marc Maron's Take on American Authoritarianism
01:52 Andrew Schultz Controversy
02:24 Marc Maron's New HBO Special
02:45 Shane Gillis to Host the 2025 ESPY Awards
03:21 Nate Brize and the Comedy Means Business Podcast
04:42 Beth Stelling's Upcoming Special
05:10 Margaret Cho on Ellen DeGeneres
05:33 Tina Fey and Amy Poehler's Atlantic City Show

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Marc Maron goes off PLUS Shane Gillis to host ESPYs