Daily Comedy News

In this episode of the Daily Comedy News podcast, host Johnny Mac sits down with Mike Chisholm from the Letterman Podcast to discuss a range of topics centered around the recent appearance of David Letterman on Jimmy Fallon's Tonight Show. The conversation delves into potential comedians for Super Bowl halftime performances, drawing from a Vulture article that sparked debate in their Facebook group. The duo also explores the hypothetical return of Letterman to late-night TV, the impact of SNL's 50th anniversary, and the dynamics of comedy award shows. Johnny shares insights into his podcasting process and reflects on the supportive and professional relationships within the comedy world. 00:43 Discussing the Daily Comedy News Podcast01:43 Super Bowl Halftime Show Debate02:38 Adam Sandler and Bill Burr for Super Bowl05:46 David Letterman's Appearance on Fallon06:44 Letterman's Vintage Style and Impact13:43 Speculations on Letterman's Future Projects20:23 SNL 50th Anniversary Excitement28:50 Sarah Sherman: The Right Kind of Weird29:05 The Formula of the Show29:19 Subscription Break and Promotions30:13 John Oliver's Monarchy Commentary31:12 Strike Force Five and Late Night Shows32:05 The Late Night Rivalries33:07 Jay Leno and Conan O'Brien: A Fantasy Moment36:12 Trevor Noah Hosting the Grammys39:53 Amy Schumer's Oscar Hosting and Promotions44:07 Daily Comedy News Podcast: Behind the ScenesUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNITERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!    This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you’d like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats! https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com  John’s free substack about the media:  Media Thoughts  is mcdpod.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews You can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.

Johnny Mac's Daily Comedy News focuses exclusively on the 50th anniversary celebrations of Saturday Night Live today. He highlights key events including the SNL 50 Homecoming Concert, a feature-length documentary on SNL's musical history, and the big anniversary special airing Sunday night. Johnny also reacts to IndieWire's list of the top 50 SNL sketches of the 21st century and USA Today's ranking of the best SNL cast members. Additionally, he discusses the National Comedy Center's preservation of SNL's creative papers and reflects on SNL's impact on young comedians today. 00:41 SNL 50 Homecoming Concert Details01:24 SNL 50th Anniversary Weekend Programming04:12 Top 50 SNL Sketches of the 21st Century08:02 Top 50 SNL Cast Members of All Time12:41 Does SNL Still Matter?15:27 National Comedy Center's SNL Collection16:25 Upcoming Episodes  Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNITERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!    This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you’d like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats! https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com  John’s free substack about the media:  Media Thoughts  is mcdpod.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews You can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.

Spruce The AI comes by to see what happens if Johnny Mac and AI have a conversation about comedy.Spruce tells us his (its?) Top 5 Comedians of the 21st Century and the Top 5 of all time.A silly bonus episode....TAGS 5 Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNITERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!    This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you’d like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats! https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com  John’s free substack about the media:  Media Thoughts  is mcdpod.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews You can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visitcaloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!    This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you’d like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats!  It's also parody made with the help of AI, so its a computer you're gettng upset at.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.

Johnny Mac provides updates on the latest in comedy, including Andrew Schulz's new Netflix special and highlights from the upcoming 'Night of Too Many Stars' event featuring Chris Rock, Amy Schumer, and more. Dave Chappelle will receive the NAACP President's Award, and Felipe Esparza's new Netflix special gets mixed reviews. Other topics include a controversy involving Russell Brand, a rare small venue performance by Louis C.K., and discussions on comedy's role in social commentary from Gianmarco Soresi. The episode also previews upcoming shows and discussions, including anticipated SNL specials. 00:16 Andrew Schulz's New Special00:46 Night of Too Many Stars Event02:16 Dave Chappelle Honored by NAACP02:58 Felipe Esparza's Comedy Journey07:22 Russell Brand's Legal Troubles07:53 Louis C.K.'s Small Venue Shows10:08 Upcoming SNL 50th Anniversary Special12:21 Comedy Industry Insights14:13 Peter Kay's Heckler Incident Reaction17:03 Vir Das on Comedy and Journalism18:12 Seth Rogen on Modern Comedy19:08 Schedule of Upcoming EpisodesUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNITERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!   This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you’d like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats!https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynewsContact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com John’s free substack about the media:  Media Thoughts  is mcdpod.substack.comDCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynewsYou can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.

Big one today as host Johnny Mac discusses surprising guest appearances on late-night shows by John Oliver on The Daily Show and David Letterman on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. The episode also covers Michael Che’s potentially lackluster performance at Rochester's Winterfest and speculated exit from SNL, Amy Schumer's new Netflix special topping the charts, and an extended segment on Peter Kay's handling of hecklers at one of his performances. Additionally, Shaquille O'Neal expresses interest in being roasted, and a new Green Day comedy movie is mentioned. The episode wraps up with a preview of the comedy lineup at South by Southwest.00:14 John Oliver's Monarchy Era on The Daily Show02:15 David Letterman's Hilarious Appearance on The Tonight Show05:00 Michael Che's Winterfest Performance and SNL Departure08:06 Amy Schumer's Oscars Advice and Netflix Success09:50 Peter Kay's Heckler Incident15:25 Comedy News RoundupUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.

Johnny Mac delivers the latest comedy news in this episode, following a quiet Monday after the Super Bowl. Highlights include Amy Poehler's new podcast announcement, Tom Brady's playful jab at Kevin Hart, Pete Davidson's antics at a commercial shoot with Gordon Ramsay, and insights into comedians' activities like Whitney Cummings' heavy touring, Amber Ruffin's thoughts on hosting the White House Correspondents Dinner, and Rachel Feinstein's comedy origin story. Additionally, the episode touches on the absence of recent think pieces on Dave Chappelle, insights from Felipe Esparza's new Netflix special, and the growing trend of comedians organizing tours post-pandemic. 00:29 Kevin Hart and Tom Brady's Banter00:56 Celebrity Sightings and Events01:54 Pete Davidson's Commercial and Comedy03:01 Amy Poehler's New Podcast03:30 Whitney Cummings on Comedy and Motherhood04:16 Amber Ruffin on Hosting the White House Correspondents Dinner05:21 Dave Chappelle and Amy Schumer Discussions06:50 Rachel Feinstein's Comedy Journey07:54 Tom Papa's Podcast HighlightsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNITERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!    This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you’d like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats! https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com  John’s free substack about the media:  Media Thoughts  is mcdpod.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews You can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.

In today's episode, Johnny Mac discusses Kanye West's recent controversial tirade targeting Dave Chappelle and other comedians. The episode also covers the Critics Choice Awards where Chelsea Handler made headlines with her edgy remarks, including a dig at Melania Trump. Additionally, the episode features insights from comedians like Sam Morril, who emphasizes the importance of creating your own content, and Jay Leno, who prefers live performances over Netflix specials. Various winners of comedy awards are also highlighted. Johnny Mac wraps up by briefly addressing Amy Schumer's recent public comments and teasing more Super Bowl talk in the next episode.00:27 Kanye West's Controversial Tweets03:05 Vir Daz on American Politics04:05 Chelsea Handler at the Critics Choice Awards05:24 Comedy Awards Highlights06:21 Sam Morril's Comedy Advice07:42 Jay Leno on Comedy and Netflix08:26 Listener Feedback and Amy Schumer wants us to talk about her.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNITERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!   This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you’d like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats!https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynewsContact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com John’s free substack about the media:  Media Thoughts  is mcdpod.substack.comDCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynewsYou can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.

In today's episode, Johnny Mac discusses Ricky Gervais's tweet about Jaden Smith's hat at the 2025 Grammy Awards and jokes about Will Smith's reaction. Hank Azaria expresses concerns about AI replacing voice actors on 'The Simpsons,' , Kim Kardashian reacts to offensive jokes by Tony Hinchcliffe during Tom Brady's roast. Chelsea Handler shares her reluctance to return to nightly talk shows, advocating for more flexible formats. Ari Shaffir discusses positivity and kindness in society. Celebrations for 'Saturday Night Live's' 50th anniversary include former cast members co-hosting the 'Today Show' and writers guesting on 'Late Night with Seth Meyers.' Lastly, Jimmy Fallon's new children's book, 'Papa Doesn't Do Anything,' is highlighted as part of his series of bestsellers. Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free! 00:20 Will Smith vs. Ricky Gervais?00:52 Hank Azaria's AI Concerns for The Simpsons03:34 Kim Kardashian's Roast Reaction04:05 Chelsea Handler on Late Night TV04:38 Ari Shaffir's Optimistic Worldview05:17 SNL's 50th Anniversary Celebration06:58 Jimmy Fallon's Children's Books Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.

Johnny Mac covers jokes and comments from top comedians about the upcoming game. Jimmy Fallon jokes about referees, Jimmy Kimmel and Snoop Dogg roast Donald Trump and Bill Belichick, and Nikki Glaser and Josh Johnson discuss Taylor Swift's influence. The episode also highlights Super Bowl ads featuring comedians like Shane Gillis, Pete Davidson, and Nate Breghezzi. Additionally, Jeff Ross talks about the true nature of roasts. The show ends with Johnny Mac's detailed Super Bowl game prediction favoring the Chiefs.00:00  Super Bowl Jokes00:43 Snoop Dogg and NFL Honors Highlights01:00 Nikki Glaser's NFL Honors Experience01:41 Josh Johnson on Taylor and Travis02:24 Bill Burr and Michael Rappaport on the Chiefs03:03 Super Bowl Ads with Comedians03:39 Wayne Brady's Chicken Jokes05:11 Comedians at the Super Bowl Halftime06:21 Jeff Ross on the Art of Roasting07:36 Super Bowl Predictions and ConclusionUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNITERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!    This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you’d like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats! https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com  John’s free substack about the media:  Media Thoughts  is mcdpod.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews You can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.

Highlights include the guest list for Saturday Night Live's upcoming 50th-anniversary special, featuring Tom Hanks, Steve Martin, and Scarlett Johansson, among others. Paul Schaffer and the World's Most Dangerous Band will temporarily replace The Roots on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. The Night of Too Many Stars returns to benefit Next for Autism, hosted by Jon Stewart. The Moontower Comedy Festival lineup is revealed, featuring Chris DiStefano, Pauly Shore, and others. Additional stories include Jeff Ross's Beecher's Madhouse show, a spat between comedians Corey Holcomb and Christina Payne, and Natalie Cuomo's viral moment with a heckler. Updates on Amy Schumer's new show and Joe Rogan's Comedy Mothership club's partnership with Squad Up are also discussed.00:51 Paul Shaffer and The World's Most Dangerous Band Return01:42 Night of Too Many Stars Announcement02:44 Moon Tower Comedy Festival Lineup04:19 Jeff Ross and Beecher's Madhouse04:53 Gossip Corner: Corey Holcomb 05:48 Natalie Cuomo vs. Heckler Incident06:51 Amy Schumer's Kinda Pregnant on Rotten Tomatoes07:14 Joe Rogan's Comedy Mothership PartnershipUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNITERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!    This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you’d like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats! https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com  John’s free substack about the media:  Media Thoughts  is mcdpod.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews You can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.