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  • Jim Gaffigan on comedy's evolution
    2025/01/08
    Johnny Mac delves into how stand-up comedy has evolved through insights from various comedians. Jim Gaffigan reflects on his journey and fresh material, while Jim Jefferies discusses his interest in acting and a humorous exchange with Russell Crowe. Anthony Jeselnik speaks on his comedic influences and character development, and Shang Wang shares his relationship with Ali Wong and the secrets behind his success. J.B. Smoove and Kevin Nealon provide advice to aspiring comics, and Matt Rife talks about his aspirations and audience. Finally, Adam Carolla and Jay Leno preview their upcoming Comedy Fantasy Camp.

    00:00 Jim Gaffigan's Insights on Stand-Up Evolution
    01:32 Jim Jefferies on Acting and Stand-Up
    02:41 Anthony Jeselnik's Comedy Influences and Evolution
    05:32 Shang Wang and the Influence of Ali Wong
    06:32 JB Smoove's Advice for Aspiring Comics
    07:09 Kevin Nealon on Cancel Culture
    07:48 Matt Rife's Career Aspirations
    09:26 Comedy in LA according to Jay Leno

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    11 分
  • John Mulaney's Persona, Michael Ian Black on UFOs, Nikki Glaser's Taylor Swift Obsession, and More
    2025/01/07
    Johnny Mac covers John Mulaney's approach to creating his onstage persona, Michael Ian Black's thoughts on politics, UFOs, and poker, and Nikki Glaser's love for Taylor Swift and her music. Matteo Lane discusses the challenges of writing new comedy material, while travel tips and preferences from various comedians are also shared. The episode ends with insights from Paul Ogata on his comedy journey and Tom Green's life on a farm in Canada.

    00:00 John Mulaney's Onstage Persona
    00:58 Michael Ian Black on UFOs and Politics
    02:08 Nikki Glaser's Love for Taylor Swift
    03:42 Matteo Lane on Crafting Comedy
    04:15 Travel Preferences and Overpacking
    06:13 Paul Ogata's Comedy Journey
    08:28 Tom Green's Life on a Farm

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    9 分
  • Jim Gaffigan on Parenting and Sarah Silverman on Midlife Confidence
    2025/01/06
    In this episode of Daily Comedy News, Johnny Mac highlights Jim Gaffigan’s reflections on parenting and his latest special, Sarah, reflecting on midlife confidence and her love for 'Detroiters'. Kathy Griffin shares her journey to regain her voice and her views on keeping busy, while Weird Al reminisces about getting Michael Jackson's approval for 'Eat It'. The episode also features Paul Reiser discussing the Beatles, Seth Meyers on balancing personal and professional anecdotes, David Spade’s podcast with Dana Carvey, and insights on his game show 'Snake Oil'. Plus, fun tidbits about Youngmi Meyer's unexpected cockroach encounter and Caleb Heron's love for Midwest culture.

    00:16 Jim Gaffigan on Parenting and Comedy
    00:56 Sarah Silverman on Midlife Confidence and TV Shows
    02:09 Kathy Griffin's Voice and Career Insights
    03:23 Weird Al's Breakthrough with Michael Jackson
    04:16 Paul Reiser on The Beatles' Cultural Impact
    04:45 Seth Meyers on Standup and Family
    05:36 David Spade on Podcasting and Game Shows
    07:41 Youngmi Meyer and Caleb Heron on Life Experiences


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    9 分
  • Nikki Glaser hosts Golden Globes PLUS the adventures of Fake David Brent
    2025/01/05
    Johnny Mac covers the upcoming Golden Globes, hosted by Taylor Swift fan Nikki Glaser, and the complexities of making comedy for such an event. Glaser shares her excitement and the inherent challenges of the gig. Highlights include a recap of Jo Koy's failed joke about Taylor Swift from last year, Ted Danson receiving the Carol Burnett Award, and the nominees for Best Stand-Up Comedian on Television. The episode also features insights from comedian Josh Blue on the sacrifices of living outside major comedy hubs, and Nick Swardson's personal struggles with dietary changes and diabetes. Additionally, it delves into the life of Tim Oliver, a David Brent impersonator, showcasing the quirky and often strange gigs he undertakes, including being asked to perform at a wake and entertaining the idea of an office-themed adult film.

    00:00 Introduction and Golden Globes Preview
    00:20 Nikki Glaser's Hosting Gig
    01:09 Jo Koy's Taylor Swift Joke
    01:34 Ted Danson Honored
    01:54 Best Stand-Up Comedian Nominees
    02:25 Josh Blue's Stand-Up Philosophy
    03:47 Nick Swardson's Diet Struggles
    04:19 Impersonating David Brent
    05:46 Fake David Brent's Adventures



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    7 分
  • Jerry Seinfeld and Ronny Chieng Discuss Angering The Comedy Gods
    2025/01/04
    Johnny Mac dives into a conversation between Jerry Seinfeld and Ronny Chieng printed in Interview Magazine, where they discuss the 'comedy gods,' aging in comedy, and profanity in stand-up. Seinfeld emphasizes the importance of pleasing the 'comedy gods' while Chieng reflects on the separation between stand-up comedy and Hollywood. Tom Papa and Sebastian Maniscalco share insights about their careers and the evolution of comedy shows in big arenas. Interviews with Weird Al and Mike Kaplan reveal unique takes on comedy and life, while Aaron Chen and Gianmarco Cerezi provide fresh perspectives on the influence of TikTok and the challenges of creating stand-up content.

    00:11 Jerry Seinfeld on Comedy gods
    00:49 Ronny Chieng on Comedy Infrastructure
    01:24 Stand-Up Comedy vs. Show Business
    02:20 Profanity in Comedy
    03:29 Tom Papa's Comedy Journey
    03:57 Sebastian Maniscalco on Arena Shows
    04:42 Weird Al's Quickfire Questions
    05:10 Mike Kaplan's Clean Comedy
    06:54 Aaron Chen and TikTok Comedy
    07:36 Gianmarco Soresi on Comedy Craft

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    9 分
  • Jason Kelce's Debut, Whitney Cummings' Tour, and More
    2025/01/03
    In this episode, we discuss Jason Kelce's late-night show premiere on ESPN, Whitney Cummings' North American tour, including her reflections on motherhood and personal growth. Jim Jefferies about his gun control bit and the backlash it received. Anthony Jeselnik shares insights on the impact of social media on comedy and the rise of podcasting. John Mulaney recounts his father's reaction to his career choice, and Ali Siddique talks about the independent comedy scene in Houston and the importance of content ownership. Lastly, Jim Brewer reminisces about his time on SNL and a memorable moment with Richard Pryor at the Comedy Store.
    00:00 Jason Kelce's Late Night Show
    00:41 Whitney Cummings' Big Baby Tour
    01:38 Jim Jefferies on Gun Control and Death Threats
    02:22 Anthony Jeselnik on Social Media and Standup
    03:59 John Mulaney and Parental Expectations
    04:22 Ali Siddiq's Independent Comedy Journey
    06:18 Jim Breuer's Comedy Career and Inspirations


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    9 分
  • Cunk’s Latest, Dennis Leary's New Show, and Ronny Ching's Travel Tips
    2025/01/02
    Johnny Mac covers Philomena Cunk's new Netflix show tackling complex concepts humorously, Dennis Leary's military sitcom 'Going Dutch,' and Ronny Chieng’s laid-back travel preferences. Johnny also highlights Jimmy O. Yang's fear of infinity, and Jim Gaffigan’s comedic philosophy. Additionally, Gianmarco Ceresi criticizes unnecessary crowd work in comedy, advocating for high standards in the art form. The episode wraps up with reflections on the role of criticism in comedy and Johnny's daily comedy news sign-off.

    00:14 Philomena Cunk's New Show on Netflix
    01:13 Dennis Leary's New Sitcom 'Going Dutch'
    02:57 Ronny Chieng's Travel Preferences
    05:14 Jimmy O. Yang on Infinity and Fear
    06:07 Jim Gaffigan on Honing His Comedic Voice
    06:49 Gianmarco Soresi's Comedy Opinions
    08:08 The Need for Inclusive Bullying in Comedy

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    10 分
  • Crossover with The Letterman Podcast
    2025/01/01
    In this special New Year episode of Daily Comedy News, host Johnny Mac features a repurposed interview with Mike Chisholm from the Letterman podcast. With the episode running longer than usual due to its substantial content, Johnny discusses his need to insert frequent commercial breaks to comply with his hosting company's requirements. The conversation between Johnny and Mike covers a wide range of topics, including reflections on David Letterman's legacy, the evolving landscape of late-night television, and candid insights into the comedy industry. They also touch on notable comedians, current trends, and predictions for the future of comedy.
    00:00 Introduction and New Year Greetings

    00:13 Repurposing the Letterman Podcast
    02:31 Daily Comedy News Format
    03:19 Recurring Jokes and Comedy Bits
    04:31 Letterman's Influence and Legacy
    06:54 Jay Leno and Late Night Comedy
    09:34 Letterman's Fast Channel and Legacy Media
    15:18 The Evolution of Late Night Hosts
    21:32 Hypothetical Scenarios and What-Ifs
    34:33 Letterman's Interview Style and Legacy
    37:48 The Power of Long-Form Content
    39:44 Top Comedy Specials of the Year
    40:53 Comedian of the Year Debate
    45:30 The Rise of Smaller Comedy Shows
    51:01 SNL's 50th Anniversary Speculations
    58:56 Conan O'Brien Hosting the Oscars
    01:06:07 The Importance of Gratitude
    01:09:09 Closing Remarks and Future Plans

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