Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac
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The Comedy Industry’s Daily Pulse — in 10 Minutes or Less featurung commentary on the news by Johnny Mac.Daily Comedy News delivers smart, fast, and fun updates on everything happening in the comedy world — from stand-up specials and late-night shows to viral clips and backstage drama from Gossip Corner.Whether you're a fan of Dave Chappelle, Joe Rogan, Jim Gaffigan, Bill Burr, Chris Rock, Kevin Hart, Shane Gillis, John Mulaney, Ricky Gervais, Tom Segura, Pete Davidson, Marc Maron, Theo Von, Bert Kreischer, Tracy Morgan, Kristen Schaal, Maria Bamford, Amy Schumer, Matt Rife, or Rob Delaney—we’ve got you covered.We also keep tabs on the late-night crew: Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Fallon, Stephen Colbert, Saturday Night Live—if it’s funny and it’s trending, it’s here.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 19, 2025 • 18min
Letterman’s failure shaped Late Night, Mark Norman on The Joe Rogan Experience PLUS Theo Von dates your mom!
This is the normal episode for Friday morning, it does not contain any Kimmel content because it had already been recorded to accomodate my schedule.FOR JIMMY KIMMEL CONTENT there were two bonus episodes yesteray afternoon, and I will be back later today with another Kimmel Only bonus epsiode, and plan on doing Kimmel Content through the weekend.David Letterman reflects on the lessons from his failed morning show and how it paved the way for Late Night. Caleb Hearon drops his first HBO Max special Model Comedian. Mark Normand calls Jimmy Fallon fake and Joe Rogan real. Jim Jefferies delivers a top-tier special. Plus: Santino’s charisma, Nate Bargatze’s stock plummets, Guy Branum’s Delta dust-up, and Theo Von’s date-for-Tate bit goes too far.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Become a premium subscriber! (no ads). For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING and the bonus “DCN8” show.You also get 25+ other series (it’s only $4.99 a month with a free-trial month)Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com Media Thoughts is mcdpod.substack.com dailycomedynews.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews
Sep 18, 2025 • 54min
Jimmy Kimmel Controversy: In-Depth Analysis and Discussion with The Letterman Podcast
Johnny Mac joins Mike Chisholm from the Letterman Podcast for an in-depth discussion about the recent controversy surrounding Jimmy Kimmel. The episode clarifies the episode lineup for the week and dives into the details of the Kimmel story, discussing FCC regulations, broadcast standards, and the implications of free speech. They also examine the public and governmental reactions, the potential fallout for Kimmel and other late-night hosts, and broader concerns about media regulation and freedom of expression. The conversation touches on historical context, the evolution of late-night comedy, and the personal perspectives of both hosts.This is the second bonus episode today (Thursday September 18th)The episiode in the feed before this is a bonus of Johnny Mac recapping the day's developments.The episode in the feed before that is a normal episode of DCN that does not address Kimmel as the episode had already been recorded.Tomorrow morning's episode will be a normal episode that does not address Kimmel as the episode had already been recorded.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Become a premium subscriber! (no ads). For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING and the bonus “DCN8” show.You also get 25+ other series (it’s only $4.99 a month with a free-trial month)Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com Media Thoughts is mcdpod.substack.com dailycomedynews.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews
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.Become a premium subscriber! (no ads). For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING and the bonus “DCN8” show.You also get 25+ other series (it’s only $4.99 a month with a free-trial month)Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com Media Thoughts is mcdpod.substack.com dailycomedynews.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews
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.Become a premium subscriber! (no ads). For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING and the bonus “DCN8” show.You also get 25+ other series (it’s only $4.99 a month with a free-trial month)Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com Media Thoughts is mcdpod.substack.com dailycomedynews.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews
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.Become a premium subscriber! (no ads). For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING and the bonus “DCN8” show.You also get 25+ other series (it’s only $4.99 a month with a free-trial month)Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com Media Thoughts is mcdpod.substack.com dailycomedynews.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews
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.Become a premium subscriber! (no ads). For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING and the bonus “DCN8” show.You also get 25+ other series (it’s only $4.99 a month with a free-trial month)Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com Media Thoughts is mcdpod.substack.com dailycomedynews.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews
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.Become a premium subscriber! (no ads). For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING and the bonus “DCN8” show.You also get 25+ other series (it’s only $4.99 a month with a free-trial month)Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com Media Thoughts is mcdpod.substack.com dailycomedynews.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews
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.Become a premium subscriber! (no ads). For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING and the bonus “DCN8” show.You also get 25+ other series (it’s only $4.99 a month with a free-trial month)Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com Media Thoughts is mcdpod.substack.com dailycomedynews.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews
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.Become a premium subscriber! (no ads). For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING and the bonus “DCN8” show.You also get 25+ other series (it’s only $4.99 a month with a free-trial month)Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com Media Thoughts is mcdpod.substack.com dailycomedynews.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews
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.Become a premium subscriber! (no ads). For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING and the bonus “DCN8” show.You also get 25+ other series (it’s only $4.99 a month with a free-trial month)Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com Media Thoughts is mcdpod.substack.com dailycomedynews.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews
