Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac
Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac
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, streaming platforms, and the stories shaping the world of comedy. Episodes cover working comics, touring news, cancellations, controversies, and the shifting comedy landscape — all in a tight, no-filler format.If you want to know what comedians are talking about, what’s happening behind the scenes in comedy, and how stand-up and late night are evolving day by day, this is your daily stop for comedy news. New episodes every day.Episodes include commentary and parody.Facebook Group: Daily Comedy News Podcast GroupReddit: r/dailycomedynewsInstagram: @dailycomedynewsYouTube: Subscribe on YouTubeWeb: www.dailycomedynews.comGet the Ad-Free ExperienceSubscribe on your favorite podcast app through Caloroga Shark Media. Apple users—just tap the "Uninterruped Listening" banner in your app.Buy Me A Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynewsJoin the $2 Club or toss something in the tip jar!Value for Value & Podcasting 2.0 supporterContact UsEmail: john [at] thesharkdeck [dot] comTwitter/X: @dcnpod (because the handle we wanted was taken by someone who tweeted once)Daily Comedy News is a production of Caloroga Shark Media—the leaders in short-form daily podcasts .Portions of this podcast were created with the assistance of AI. You think we hired a band to sing the Gossip Corner song?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.
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Sep 18, 2025 • 11min
Kimmel Pulled from ABC Over Charlie Kirk Comments — Hear the Clip, Maron’s Rant, and Obama’s Response
ABC has pulled Jimmy Kimmel Live “indefinitely” following backlash over the comedian’s comments about the death of Charlie Kirk. In this breaking bonus episode of Daily Comedy News, Johnny Mac unpacks the chaos surrounding Kimmel’s suspension — from Trump’s celebratory Truth Social post to the FCC’s ominous statements and Sinclair’s list of demands. Is this a ratings issue, political retaliation, or outright government censorship? With reactions from Marc Maron, Barack Obama, and more, we explore why this could be a pivotal moment for free speech, late-night comedy, and the media ecosystem itself.The next episode in the feed on Thursday will be a crossover with The Letterman Podcast for deeper analysis.The normal Thursday episode is the episode before this in the feed.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.
Sep 18, 2025 • 16min
Andrew Santino confirms ‘Dave’ is dead, Gina Yashere's Charlie Kirk comments, and Vulture names comedy’s next stars
This episode was recorded prior to the news of Jimmy Kimmel being pulled by ABC. That story was covered in a bonus episode, which is the prior episode in this feed.Andrew Santino confirms Dave is officially canceled. Gina Yashere sparks outrage over her comments on Charlie Kirk’s death. Vulture unveils its 2025 “Comedians You Should Know” list. Ricky Gervais deletes old tweets amid Emmy backlash. Plus: Stavros Halkias’ advice for young men, John Oliver trolls Jimmy Kimmel, Drew Lynch fans save a man’s life, and Jamie Lee Curtis opens up about Charlie Kirk to Marc Maron.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.
Sep 18, 2025 • 6min
Why ABC Pulled Jimmy Kimmel Live! After His Charlie Kirk Comments
In this emergency episode, Johnny Mac discusses Jummy Kimmel's show being pulled by ABC!!!!!Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night monologue sparked major backlash this week after comments he made about the political right’s reaction to Charlie Kirk’s death. What started as a joke on Jimmy Kimmel Live! quickly escalated into a national controversy, with Nexstar pulling the show from its ABC affiliates and Disney following suit. In this episode, we break down what Kimmel said, why it struck a nerve, how broadcasters are responding, and what this moment means for the future of late-night TV and political speech on the airwaves.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.
Sep 17, 2025 • 10min
Bad Friends Andrew Santino kept the Taylor Swift secret!!! Jay Leno opens up, and Ricky Gervais becomes a fat cartoon cat
Andrew Santino says Travis Kelce told him about the Taylor Swift proposal months ago. Jay Leno shares touching stories about caring for his wife with dementia. Ricky Gervais will voice a lazy cartoon cat in Netflix’s Alley Katz. Plus: Stavros Halkias on masculinity, Marc Maron and Sarah Silverman face off for tigers, Wanda Sykes talks parenting, Fallon stays through 2028, and Michael Palin escapes danger with the Fish Slapping Dance.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.
Sep 16, 2025 • 17min
Comedian Nate Bargatze Emmy disaster fallout, Stephen Colbert 's emotional Emmy speech, and Saudi Arabia pays big for standup
The Emmy fallout continues as Nate Bargatze’s hosting is blasted by critics, comics, and writers. Stephen Colbert delivers an emotional speech. John Oliver drops an F-bomb on Nate. Meanwhile, Tim Dillon reveals he’s being paid $315K for a Saudi comedy gig — and Chappelle, Burr, and Hart are set to join. Plus: SNL cast updates, Bowen Yang stays, Ben Kaner’s debut, Craig Ferguson’s new specialBecome 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.
Sep 15, 2025 • 11min
Comedian Nate Bargatze flops at the Emmys, Jerry Seinfeld backlash grows, and Tim Dillon gets serious about Charlie Kirk
Nate Bargatze’s Emmy hosting debut wasn't good, with a countdown clock gimmick angering viewers .Jim Gaffigan recycles bourbon jokes at Kroger. Jay Leno and Tim Dillon weigh in seriously on the Charlie Kirk shooting. Rainn Wilson defends his Office comments, and Seinfeld criticism escalates at Duke.I guess we know who we're selling on Friday's Comedy Stock Market.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.
Sep 14, 2025 • 12min
Jim Gaffigan signs bourbon at Kroger, Nate Bargatze threatens Emmy fines, Fallon tapes in Detroit
Jim Gaffigan meets fans at a Kroger bottle signing. Nate Bargatze promises to deduct $1,000 per second from Emmy winners who run long. Jimmy Fallon tapes a Detroit episode of The Tonight Show. Plus: Emmy predictions, Bowen Yang calls out AAPI snubs, Comedy Day in SF, a charity roast basketball game, and more Spinal Tap quotesBecome 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.
Sep 13, 2025 • 10min
Shane Gillis goes full Notre Dame + Bert Kreischer’s FSU speech goes viral
Shane Gillis becomes a Notre Dame folk hero with injury reports, tailgates, and jumbotron cheers. Bert Kreischer shares his viral Florida State pregame speech that left 90,000 people cheering — and Tom Segura crying. Plus: Jimmy Kimmel retirement talk, Jerry Seinfeld’s controversy stalls, Adam Sandler shoots hoops, Ego Nwodim exits SNL, and Spinal Tap lore deepens.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.
Sep 12, 2025 • 18min
Jerry Seinfeld under fire for Duke remarks about Palestine, Andrew Santino bends the knee for Disney
Jerry Seinfeld’s comments about “Free Palestine” and the KKK spark controversy at Duke University. Andrew Santino reveals Disney edited jokes in his new Hulu special. David Letterman’s full Late Night archive hits streaming. Plus: Larry the Cable Guy’s new special, Spinal Tap 2 releases, Rainn Wilson defends The Office, and Friday’s comedy stock market. Sell your Gaffigan!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.
Sep 11, 2025 • 17min
Jim Gaffigan’s bourbon obsession, Nate Bargatze’s therapy confessions, Patton Oswalt angers Trekkies and is The Paper BAD?
Jim Gaffigan goes full bourbon nerd at Louisville’s Bourbon & Beyond festival and preps a whiskey-themed special. Nate Bargatze opens up about therapy and fame. Patton Oswalt plays a Vulcan despite never watching all of TOS, sheesh. Plus: Jordan Jensen backlash, Oscar Nunez gets political, Rainn Wilson evacuates (again), Liz Miele drops a new special, and the San Francisco Comedy Competition kicks off.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.
