Free Daily Podcast Summary
Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac: Daily Summaries Delivered
by Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac
Stand-up comedy news. Late night TV. SNL. Comedy specials. Comedian tours. Every day. Johnny Mac covers the comedy world like a beat reporter — who's selling out arenas, who's in trouble, who said what, and what it means for the business of being funny. If you follow Kevin Hart, Dave Chappelle, Nikki Glaser, Shane Gillis, John Mulaney, Bert Kreischer, or any working comedian, this is your daily briefing. The only daily podcast dedicated entirely to the comedy industry. Over 2,700 episodes.
Latest Episodes
The most recent episodes — sign up to get AI-powered summaries of each one.
- 5 days ago11 min
Shane Gillis & Danny McBride Ad PLUS Trump vs. Bill Maher
Shane Gillis stars with Danny McBride in a four-minute commercial for a prediction market site, with a shorter cut airing during the World Series, and McBride says it reunited him with Deep Roy. The President posts a 1,318-word Truth Social attack on Bill Maher, calling him a “complete and total loser,” accusing him of low ratings, drunkenness, lying, and using a “laughter machine,” after Maher joked about Trump’s comments and approval. Larry the Cable Guy says DirecTV missed an endorsement opportunity and criticizes corporate hypocrisy. Josh Johnson comments on Kelly Clarkson’s “Pretty Woman” store dispute. Michael Che discusses editing his special to about 55 minutes. The episode also notes Chloe Radcliffe’s debut hour on Comedy Central YouTube, SNL UK’s Markle jokes and low TV ratings but strong YouTube views, a vegan-focused film featuring Nikki Glaser, and Time Out’s spotlight on comedian Kurtis Conner. 00:12 Shane Gillis Ad Spot01:11 Trump Slams Bill Maher03:37 Larry Cable Guy Rant04:34 Kelly Clarkson Store Drama05:36 Michael Che Special Length06:08 Midterm Voting Reminder06:39 Comedy Central New Special07:16 Host Personal Aside07:32 SNL UK Markle Joke08:30 SNL UK Behind Scenes09:31 Vegan Film With Nikki10:07 Comedian Kurtis Curtis10:43 Wrap Up And SubscribeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Today's DCN is brought to you by MyBookie use promo code DCN!Daily Comedy News is hosted by Johnny Mac and releases every weekday. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite app. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network. For transcripts and show notes visit www.dailycomedynews.comDaily Comedy News with Johnny Mac is a daily podcast covering comedians, stand-up comedy, late night television, and the comedy industry. New episodes every morning. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com For 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.
- 6 days ago14 min
John Mulaney Back to SNL plus Jimmy Carr Clip Sparks Backlash
Johnny Mac covers comedy news including Matt Friend joining Amazon Prime’s Thursday Night Football and shares audio of Friend’s jokes and impressions. He reports John Mulaney will host Saturday Night Live on November 14 for a seventh time with Phoebe Bridgers as musical guest, and notes Mulaney and Shane Gillis appear in the upcoming Amazon Prime Video film Madden (out November 18) starring Nicolas Cage, with roles for Christian Bale and Kathryn Hahn. The Dane Cook story is moving to Netflix. Mac discusses social backlash to a Jimmy Carr clip about Lindsay Clancy and postpartum mental illness. He highlights Zainab Johnson’s Netflix special Toxically Optimistic, mentions Jim Gaffigan’s Alfred E. Smith Awards set, reviews debate over Maria Bamford as Minnesota’s greatest comic, and runs through Vulture’s recommended recent comedy specials. He urges listeners to vote in upcoming midterms and spotlights comedian Felicia Folkes. 00:15 Matt Friend Joins TNF01:04 Trump Impression Highlights02:09 Mulaney Hosts SNL Again03:34 Jimmy Carr Controversy05:01 Zainab Johnson Special05:37 Jim Gaffigan At Al Smith06:52 Maria Bamford Debate08:37 Vulture Special Picks13:22 Voting Reminder13:48 Comedian To Watch Felicia14:45 Wrap Up And GoodbyeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Today's DCN is brought to you by MyBookie use promo code DCN!Daily Comedy News is hosted by Johnny Mac and releases every weekday. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite app. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network. For transcripts and show notes visit www.dailycomedynews.comDaily Comedy News with Johnny Mac is a daily podcast covering comedians, stand-up comedy, late night television, and the comedy industry. New episodes every morning. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com For 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.
- 1 weeks ago14 min
Katt Williams calls Steve Harvey a cautionary tale.
Katt Williams on Steve Harvey, New Specials, and BBC Weighs Complaint Over Rape JokeJohnny Mac highlights a Hollywood Reporter profile of Katt Williams, focusing on his reluctance to attack Steve Harvey despite the massive attention from his 2024 Club Shay Shay interview, which he defends as telling uncomfortable truths. He previews Ron Funches’ new special on 800 Pound Gorilla (Nov. 2) and YouTube (Dec. 1), and Jordan Klepper’s new Daily Show field special in MAGA country. Matt Friend is added to Thursday Night Football postgame coverage, with a callback to Nikki Glaser’s 2024 appearance. Maria Bamford discusses her “messy” openness, rejecting Conan O’Brien’s “lobster without a shell” description, and recounts childhood intrusive thoughts eased by performing. Other items include Jeremy Culhane’s Laughing Cow campaign, Alfred Robles’ career and caregiving, BBC reviewing concerns about Vittorio Angeloni’s rape joke, and a reminder to vote and early vote. 00:12 Katt Williams Profile Highlights01:37 Ron Funches New Special02:07 Jordan Klepper Field Special02:32 Matt Friend Joins TNF04:13 Maria Bamford Opens Up05:36 Laughing Cow Comedy Campaign07:32 Listener Shoutout Richard08:19 Alfred Robles LA Times Chat10:54 Clean Comedy And Cursing11:30 BBC Addresses Rape Joke13:19 Russell Brand Trial Avoided13:47 Vote Reminder And Sign OffBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Today's DCN is brought to you by MyBookie use promo code DCN!Daily Comedy News is hosted by Johnny Mac and releases every weekday. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite app. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network. For transcripts and show notes visit www.dailycomedynews.comDaily Comedy News with Johnny Mac is a daily podcast covering comedians, stand-up comedy, late night television, and the comedy industry. New episodes every morning. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com For 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.
- 1 weeks ago9 min
Heather McMahan’s Ryder Cup Backlash
Heather McMahan’s Ryder Cup Backlash, New Comedy Specials & Comedians to WatchJohnny Mac delivers daily comedy news, highlighting Heather McMahan’s Ryder Cup emcee incident that led to backlash, an apology to Rory McIlroy, and material for her Hulu special “By a Thread,” plus her long-running Pitbull drag bit that led to an appearance at a Guinness World Records concert event in London. He notes Kate Berlant’s HBO special “Parmesan,” Fortune Feimster discussing personal-life material, hateful comments, representation, and her role as Grand Marshal of the 2026 Palm Springs Pride Parade, and Margaret Cho’s Broadway debut as the Rocky Horror Show narrator starting November 3, replacing Rachel Dratch. The episode also mentions voting reminders, a Live One weekly show, New York Comedy Festival’s Creators to Watch lineup, a proposed Jimmy Fallon Tonight Show Lego set, Rob Beckett on why comedians thrive on Celebrity Traitors, and Time Out New York’s comedians to watch including Maddie Wiener. 00:02 Ryder Cup Backlash01:37 Golf Culture Debate02:07 Pitbull Drag Story02:55 Kate Berlant Parmesan03:29 Fortune Feimster Visibility04:39 Margaret Cho Broadway05:13 Sports Basement Break05:43 Voting Reminder06:07 Weekly Comedy Thing Plug06:28 NY Comedy Festival Lineup07:04 Lego Fallon Set Idea08:02 Comedians on Traitors08:41 Comedians to Watch List Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Today's DCN is brought to you by MyBookie use promo code DCN!Daily Comedy News is hosted by Johnny Mac and releases every weekday. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite app. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network. For transcripts and show notes visit www.dailycomedynews.comDaily Comedy News with Johnny Mac is a daily podcast covering comedians, stand-up comedy, late night television, and the comedy industry. New episodes every morning. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com For 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.
- 1 weeks ago11 min
Andrew Schulz Talks Street Fighter
Johnny Mac covers Andrew Schulz discussing on Fox News being cast as Dan Hibiki in Street Fighter, joking the character is “all confidence, no ability.” He highlights Katt Williams’ memoir Nine Lives, No Wives, and Sixty-nine Concubines, where Williams says stories of perseverance and his prayer life shaped his path and he aimed for transparency while changing details. Jason Sudeikis talks on the Talk Easy podcast about whether Saturday Night Live could work post–Lorne Michaels, noting the weak 1980–1985 era, warning a successor may lack Michaels’ leverage, and suggesting Tina Fey or Seth Meyers. Ali Siddiq disputes claims he started comedy in prison and says honesty improved his storytelling. The NFL brings back celebrity cheerleaders, featuring Atsuko Okatsuka at a Rams game tied to her Hulu special Father. Mac urges early voting, discusses new Scrubs ratings and his Hulu viewing, notes Vulture’s pick Hasan Phills, and closes with a Tom McGovern “You Can Eat Anything” relationship bit.00:00 Schulz Joins Street Fighter00:45 Katt Williams Memoir Talk01:44 Who Replaces Lorne03:32 Ali Siddiq Sets Record Straight04:50 Atsuko NFL Cheerleader Debut06:29 Early Voting Reminder06:46 Scrubs Revival Ratings07:45 Vulture Spotlights Hasan08:50 Tom McGovern Dinner BitBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Today's DCN is brought to you by MyBookie use promo code DCN!Daily Comedy News is hosted by Johnny Mac and releases every weekday. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite app. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network. For transcripts and show notes visit www.dailycomedynews.comDaily Comedy News with Johnny Mac is a daily podcast covering comedians, stand-up comedy, late night television, and the comedy industry. New episodes every morning. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com For 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.
- 1 weeks ago12 min
Kenan Thompson - Shane Gillis warrants a conversation if he returns
Kenan Thompson tells Axios Live he doesn’t know Shane Gillis as mean but would want a conversation if he returned, stressing balance between creative freedom and avoiding harmful words while noting Gillis controversy overshadowed newer cast member Grace and musical guest Rosalía. He notes Jon Stewart will remain on The Daily Show through the next presidential election (hosting Mondays) and highlights Michael Kosta’s segment about Trump repeatedly objectifying male candidates’ looks. New releases include Netflix’s Paralyzed by Hope: The Maria Bamford Story and a YouTube special from Alfred Robles executive produced by Gabriel Iglesias; Janelle James announces a Netflix special How Romantic (Nov. 10). Jay Leno says the late-night format is dead due to ad load and podcasting’s rise; Bert Kreischer talks burgers and steak. Mac urges voting, mentions Knicks-Celtics, and shares Tracy Morgan’s courtside comments. Comedy Stock Market: buy Jon Stewart, sell Theo Von and Sebastian Maniscalco. Culture Clash recommends alternatives to Gillis, including Julio Torres, Kate Berlant, Jaboukie Young-White, Chris Fleming, Ziwe, and Gus Haggerty; deep dives pause until January, with Is Late Night Dead returning Sunday. 00:15 Kenan on Shane Gillis01:40 Jon Stewart Stays Put02:16 Costa on Trump Crushes04:08 Maria Bamford Doc Drops04:29 Jay Leno on Late Night05:38 Bert Kreischer Burger Talk06:33 Janelle James Netflix Special07:22 Vote Reminder and Coffee Rant08:14 Knicks Game and Tracy Morgan09:07 Comedy Stock Market Picks10:30 New Specials and Comic Recs11:53 No Deep Dives and Wrap UpBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Today's DCN is brought to you by MyBookie use promo code DCN!Daily Comedy News is hosted by Johnny Mac and releases every weekday. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite app. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network. For transcripts and show notes visit www.dailycomedynews.comDaily Comedy News with Johnny Mac is a daily podcast covering comedians, stand-up comedy, late night television, and the comedy industry. New episodes every morning. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com For 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.
- 1 weeks ago10 min
Dana Carvey and Jimmy Carr on Shane Gillis PLUS Theo Von special gets shredded
Johnny Mac covers Jimmy Carr and Dana Carvey defending Shane Gillis’ joke controversy by emphasizing comedic intent, with David Spade noting SNL reactions depend on whether a bit kills or bombs. He reports Jon Stewart has signed a two-year deal to continue hosting The Daily Show once a week while remaining an executive producer. Podnews highlights Marc Maron’s resurfaced 2011 Norm Macdonald WTF episode in a “visualized” YouTube format. A harsh review of Theo Von’s new special “I’m Doing Fine” calls it rambling and unfunny compared to his podcast persona. Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo announce a 2027 Madison Square Garden live “Giggly Squad” recording, Berner appears in the 2026 SI Swimsuit Issue alongside Tiffany Haddish, and Amy Schumer discusses a Turks and Caicos trip and is cited as a top celebrity tipper. Other items include Carrot Top’s return set, a voting reminder, Netflix’s French-language Mike Ward special, the Funny is Female Comedy Festival, and a comedian-to-watch pick, Chris Higgins. 00:02 Shane Gillis Debate00:49 Dana Carvey and Spade React01:34 Jon Stewart Stays02:13 Maron and Podcast Visuals02:59 Theo Von Special Panned04:33 Giggly Squad Hits MSG05:30 Amy Schumer Wedding Crash06:58 Celebrity Tippers and Carrot Top08:08 Go Vote Reminder08:30 Netflix Mike Ward Special08:57 Funny Is Female Festival09:50 Comedians to Watch Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Today's DCN is brought to you by MyBookie use promo code DCN!Daily Comedy News is hosted by Johnny Mac and releases every weekday. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite app. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network. For transcripts and show notes visit www.dailycomedynews.comDaily Comedy News with Johnny Mac is a daily podcast covering comedians, stand-up comedy, late night television, and the comedy industry. New episodes every morning. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com For 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.
- 1 weeks ago7 min
Theo Von Backlash, Jim Gaffigan Roasts, and Apu Speaks Again
Johnny Mac covers comedy news including criticism of Theo Von’s new special, highlighted by a Marc Maron bit imagining Hitler on Von’s podcast. Saturday Night Live UK takes shots at Shane Gillis during its Weekend Update segment, and James Austin Johnson appears as Donald Trump with Beetlejuice jokes. Jim Gaffigan appears on Fox Sports ahead of the Indiana–Ohio State game and headlines the 81st Al Smith Dinner with roast jokes about Trump, Mayor Eric Adams, and Chuck Schumer. The Simpsons gives Apu his first dialogue in a decade, now voiced by Sunil Malhotra, alongside comments from executive producer Matt Selman and context from Hari Kondabolu’s documentary and Hank Azaria’s apology. Also mentioned: Carrot Top returning to the stage, Time Out’s spotlight on Andrew Orrico, and Vulture’s profile of Tanasha “Just Nesh” Rice and her comedy advice.00:00 Theo Von Backlash00:57 SNL UK Roasts Gillis01:40 James Austin Trump01:57 Gaffigan Football Bit02:44 Al Smith Dinner Roast03:27 Apu Returns to Simpsons05:50 Daft Monk Episode Plot06:02 Carrot Top Update06:24 Comics to Watch Lists06:59 Just Nesh Spotlight07:43 Comedy Goals SignoffBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Today's DCN is brought to you by MyBookie use promo code DCN!Daily Comedy News is hosted by Johnny Mac and releases every weekday. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite app. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network. For transcripts and show notes visit www.dailycomedynews.comDaily Comedy News with Johnny Mac is a daily podcast covering comedians, stand-up comedy, late night television, and the comedy industry. New episodes every morning. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com For 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.
Get Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac summaries in your inbox
Free AI-powered daily recaps. Key takeaways, quotes, and mentions — in a 5-minute read.
Get Free Summaries →Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.
You Might Also Like
Listeners also like.
The Daily Show: Ears Edition
A daily comedy and news podcast covering current events with satire, interviews, and extended segments from The Daily Show.
Lovett or Leave It
Jon Lovett breaks down the week's political news with humor and high-profile guests.
KILL TONY
Comedians perform one-minute sets in front of a live audience and celebrity guests on this weekly improv and stand-up showcase.
Robert Kelly's You Know What Dude!
Comedians gather for unfiltered, free-flowing conversations with no agenda, just raw humor and camaraderie.
Legion of Skanks Podcast
Comedians Big Jay Oakerson, Luis J. Gomez, and Dave Smith host a weekly uncensored podcast from New York, discussing taboo topics with irreverent humor.
Here's The Thing
iHeartPodcasts and The Volume
Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast
Two comedians deliver irreverent, unfiltered humor in a chaotic and improvisational format.
Let's Talk About Sets!
A playful podcast exploring the science and craft of stand-up comedy, created by comedians in New York City.
Pop Culture Crisis
A daily podcast navigating pop culture with hosts Brett Dasovic and Mary Morgan.
supermegashow
Matt Watson & Ryan Magee
Late Night with Seth Meyers Podcast
A nightly comedy and political commentary show featuring monologues, sketches, and interviews.
The Comedy Store Podcast
Rick Ingraham and Eleanor Kerrigan discuss The Comedy Store’s history and culture with guests connected to the iconic venue.
About Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac
Stand-up comedy news. Late night TV. SNL. Comedy specials. Comedian tours. Every day. Johnny Mac covers the comedy world like a beat reporter — who's selling out arenas, who's in trouble, who said what, and what it means for the business of being funny. If you follow Kevin Hart, Dave Chappelle, Nikki Glaser, Shane Gillis, John Mulaney, Bert Kreischer, or any working comedian, this is your daily briefing. The only daily podcast dedicated entirely to the comedy industry. Over 2,700 episodes.
Customized Recaps
AI-powered recaps with compact key takeaways, quotes, and insights.
Straight to Your Inbox
Get key takeaways from Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac in a 5-minute read.
Save Hours Every Week
Stay current on your favorite podcasts without falling behind.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Podzilla's Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac daily summary?
It's a free AI-powered email that summarizes new episodes of Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac as soon as they're published. You get the key takeaways, notable quotes, and links & mentions — all in a quick read.
How does the Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac podcast summary work?
When a new episode drops, our AI transcribes and analyzes it, then generates a personalized summary tailored to your interests and profession. It's delivered to your inbox every morning.
Is this an official Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac product?
No. Podzilla is an independent service that summarizes publicly available podcast content. We're not affiliated with or endorsed by Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac.
Can I get summaries of other podcasts too?
Absolutely! The free plan covers up to 3 podcasts, any in the catalog. Basic raises that to 15, Pro to 40 and Max to 100. Browse our full catalog at /podcasts.
How often does Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac release new episodes?
Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac publishes daily. Our AI generates a summary within hours of each new episode.
What topics does Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac cover?
Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac covers topics including Comedy, News, Entertainment, Stand-Up. Our AI identifies the specific themes in each episode and highlights what matters most to you.
Start getting Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac summaries tomorrow morning.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.