Join Johnny Mac in the last comedy news for the year where he updates on New Year's Eve plans featuring Ryan Seacrest with comedians Gabe Iglesias, Sebastian Maniscalco, and Miss Pat on various topics. Catch up on Dave Chappelle's new Netflix special, plus Daveis planning for a comedy club, A good article about the impact of TikTok on comedy with a focus on Matt Rife, criticism of crowd work. A different artcle shows Tom Smothers in a different light. Finally, get up-to-date on Brian Regan's New...
Dec 31, 2023•7 min
Johnny Mac discusses comedy specials released in 2023 that didn't make his favorite list. Johnny shares his thoughts on various specials, including Jim Gaffigan's 'Dark Pale', John Mulaney's 'Baby J", Marc Maron's "From Bleak to Dark"' and others. If you're a regular listener of the podcast, there's a really easy way to show your support and help us grow. Download the Fountain app on iOS or Android, follow Daily Comedy News and start listening. You can share your thoughts on this episode by send...
Dec 30, 2023•11 min
In this episode, Johnny Mac shares the second half of his top 23 Stand-Up Comedy specials of the year, with brief reviews of each. The comedians ranked from 12 to 23 are Hari Kondabolu, Chris Rock, Jimmy O. Yang, Trevor Noah, The Roast of Mr. Peanut, Big Jay Oakerson, Mark Normand, Nimesh Patel, Sarah Silverman, Chris Fleming, John Early, and Ralph Barbosa. Check out yesterday's episode for the Top 11. If you're a regular listener of the podcast, there's a really easy way to show your support an...
Dec 29, 2023•7 min
Top 11 Comedy Specials of 2023 Johnny Mac offers a lineup of the top 11 comedy specials of 2023, starting from the best: Gary Gulman’s 'Born on Third Base', followed by Todd Barry's 'Domestic Short Hair', Shane Gillis' 'Beautiful Dogs', Tom Segura's 'Sledgehammer', Kyle Kinane’s 'Shocks and Struts', Nate Bergatze's 'Hello World', Ricky Gervais' 'Armageddon', Michelle Wolfe's 'It's Great To Be Here', Jaye McBride’s 'Daddy’s Girl', Jim Jefferies' 'High and Dry', and Pete Holmes’ 'I Am Not For Ever...
Dec 28, 2023•9 min
In this mini episode ...John Cleese's controversial tweet comparing Donald Trump to Adolf Hitler and Cleese's subsequent response to criticism. We also provide updates on Pete Davidson's recent outburst which has led to numerous show cancellations. Lastly, we mourn the passing of Tom Smothers. Tune in tomorrow morning for the top 11 comedy specials of the year. If you're a regular listener of the podcast, there's a really easy way to show your support and help us grow. Download the Fountain app ...
Dec 27, 2023•4 min
Before we start, let's address a couple of things. This list is subjective, and there are many exceptional comedians who didn't make the cut. Additionally, we're aware that this list features 11 men, and we understand the need for better representation in the comedy industry. With that said, let's delve into the top 11 most influential comedians of 2023. 11. Pete Davidson: Known for being in the headlines, Pete Davidson's presence in the news is undeniable. Although he may not consider himself t...
Dec 27, 2023•9 min
This is an extra (shorter) epsiode of the podcast for December 26th to cover a few news items. Pete Davidson has had to cancel a bunch of shows. I hope he's doing okay. Netflix released a trailer for Dave Chappelle's New Year's Eve special. Ricky Gervais Armageddon is Top 10, and Gary Gulman's new special is the est of the year. Unfortunately, we have some sad news to share. Stand-up comedian Neil Nanda has passed away at the age of 32. Neil was known for his appearances on popular shows like Ji...
Dec 26, 2023•4 min
Mark your calendars for January 7th, as the talented comedian Joe Koy takes the stage to host the not-that-prestigious Golden Globe Awards. Known for his sold-out arena performances, this opportunity will undoubtedly catapult Koy into the mainstream spotlight, allowing a broader audience to appreciate his comedic genius. In a statement, Coy expressed his excitement and sense of pride in representing his Filipino heritage during this momentous event. Esquire magazine recently featured the remarka...
Dec 26, 2023•12 min
Ricky Gervais' new special Armageddon is out today and we have a clip. We discuss the controversy surrounding Ricky Gervais' new show. One social media user condemns a joke about terminally ill children and others describe the comedy as vile and offensive. Despite the backlash, Ricky stands his ground, firmly stating that people often take offense without fully understanding the intentions behind a joke. He even applauds those calling for Netflix to edit the special, sarcastically wishing them g...
Dec 25, 2023•9 min
Johnny Mac delves into Vulture's list of Best Comedy Specials of 2023 and Paste Magazine's list of Best Comedy Albums of 2023. He shares his opinions and reacts to the different entries on the lists. Some of the notable specials mentioned include works by John Early, Mike Birbiglia, Maria Bamford, Joe Pera, and Marc Maron. T he albums discussed feature artists like Maria Bamford, Liz Barrett, Derek Brown, Cara Connors, and Pap Johnson among others. Lastly, Johnny advises listeners to anticipate ...
Dec 24, 2023•10 min
If you're looking for a stand-up special that delivers on every level, Gary Gulman's recent special is receiving rave reviews. Critics are applauding his precise material, perfectly dialed-in persona, and his willingness to tackle sensitive subjects without undermining the humor. As Vulture puts it, "It's thrilling to watch. Ricky Gervais is back with a new special set to release on Christmas day. Brace yourselves for jokes about sex, death, pedophilia, race, religion, disability, free speech, g...
Dec 23, 2023•10 min
On the Daily Beast's Last Laugh podcast, Wanda Sykes discusses Dave Chappelle's recent visit to Representative Lauren Boebert. As for hosting The Daily Show, Wanda says she hasn't had conversations about it, Kevin James is set to release a special on Prime Video titled "Irregardless." This hilarious special covers parenting, marriage, and getting older. Jack Whitehall's upcoming Netflix special, "Settle Down," promises a night full of laughter. Recorded over three sold-out nights at London's O2 ...
Dec 22, 2023•12 min
In this whirlwind of comedy news, we dive into various topics, including Ricky Gervais' response to backlash over his upcoming Netflix special. Gervais found himself under scrutiny for a controversial joke about terminally ill children. Despite the petition calling for its removal, Gervais stands by his humor, highlighting the divide between edgy comedy and offense. Joe Biden tells Conan that he likes his hair. Gary Gulman and Brad Williams have specials out today The Manning brothers seem annoy...
Dec 21, 2023•10 min
Billboard recently released the list of the top 10 highest grossing comedy tours of 2023, and the numbers will blow your mind. Topping the charts at number one is none other than Kevin Hart, who raked in a whopping $67.5 million from 82 shows and sold 631,000 tickets. Trevor Noah has recently released a new special on Netflix titled "Trevor Noah: Where Was I?". In this hour-long special, Trevor takes audiences on a journey of funny and poignant observations from his experiences traveling around ...
Dec 20, 2023•11 min
Trevor Noah's latest comedy special, "Where Was I?" Now available on Netflix. Filmed at the Fox Theater in Detroit, "Where Was I?" marks Trevor Noah's fourth special for Netflix. Next up, we have an exciting announcement from Pete Davidson. The Saturday Night Live star is releasing his second Netflix comedy special titled "Turbo Fonzarelli." Set to premiere on January 9th, 2024, this special promises to deliver Pete's unique take on growing up, love, life, and even living in the woods. Switching...
Dec 19, 2023•10 min
According to a report by The Daily Mail, Netflix is under pressure to cut ableist slurs from the show "Armageddon," scheduled to be released in a week. In the special, Ricky Gervais jokes about terminally ill children and their involvement with a Make-A-Wish charity. The comment has generated backlash, with a mother of a terminally ill child starting a petition to have the skit removed. In an interesting editorial opinion piece published in the Griot, writer Toure oree argues that while Kevin Ha...
Dec 18, 2023•10 min
After 24 years on our screens, the iconic comedy series Curb Your Enthusiasm is coming to an end with its twelfth season. Fans of Larry David and his comedic genius will have one last chance to catch their favorite misanthropic character in action. The final season is set to premiere on February 4th, 10 p.m. on HBO, HBO Max, or whatever we're calling it these days. Get ready for a 10-episode rollercoaster ride that will culminate with a series finale on April 7th. As we gear up for the final sea...
Dec 17, 2023•9 min
In today's episode, Johnny Mac discusses Netflix's upcoming Beverly Hills Cop 4, the newly announced boxing series by Peacock and Kevin Hart surrounding Muhammad Ali’s 1970 comeback fight, and Leo Reich's new HBO special. In addition to exploring the impacts of TikTok and other social media platforms on the comedy scene, he also talks about Matt Rife's controversy and heckling incidents at comedy shows. Tune in daily for more comedy news and updates. Netflix's New Beverly Hills Cop Movie Kevin H...
Dec 16, 2023•12 min
Netflix announced an amazing comedy festival lineup including Ali Wong, Atsuko Okatsuko, Anthony Jeselnik, Bert Kreischer, Beth Stelling, Bill Burr, Brett Goldstein, Cedric the Entertainer, Celeste Barber, Chelsea Handler, Chris Rock, Craig Robinson, Daniel Tosh, Dane Cook, David Letterman, Demetri Martin, Deon Cole, Earthquake, Fortune Feimster, Hannah Berner, Hannah Gadsby, Heather McMahan, Iliza Shlesinger, Jason Mantzoukas, Jeff Ross, Jerry Seinfeld, Jessi Klein, Jessica Kirson, Joel Kim Boo...
Dec 15, 2023•13 min
Trevor Noah has a new special coming out on December 19th. Johnny Mac finds himself contemplating whether to watch a suggested Kevin Hart and Chris Rock special. Comedy critic Jason Ziniman's two-paragraph review adds an interesting perspective on the variety of comedy offerings. Shifting gears again, we stumble upon a bizarre tale involving Jimmy Kimmel and George Santos. Jimmy Kimmel featured videos from Santos on his late-night showleading to an unexpected demand for payment. Steph Tolev reco...
Dec 14, 2023•18 min
Nikki Glaser, a self-proclaimed Swiftie, has seen Taylor Swift perform live a staggering nine times! And it's not just because she has an urge to spend money on concert tickets. For Nikki, attending Taylor's concerts is an act of self-care. She describes the experience as an antidepressant, leaving her feeling amazing during and after the show. But why Taylor Swift? What is it about her music and performances that bring such joy to Nikki and countless other fans? According to Nikki, Taylor's sho...
Dec 13, 2023•9 min
Today, we dive into a bizarre and unexpected controversy involving comedian Matt Rife and a six-year-old Shifting gears, we move on to the recently announced Golden Globe nominations. In the category of Best Stand-Up Comedian on Television, nominees include Ricky Gervais, Trevor Noah, Chris Rock, Amy Schumer, Sarah Silverman, and Wanda Sykes. Kevin Hart and Chris Rock's documentary, "Headliners Only" is out today. The documentary follows the two comedians as they prepare for their sold-out comed...
Dec 12, 2023•9 min
Scope, a prominent disability charity, found itself in the midst of a social media storm after criticizing a joke made by Ricky Gervais, particularly his use of the term "baldy" in reference to terminally ill children. The charity stressed that language like this has real consequences and can normalize abuse towards disabled individuals. Bill Burr got political during an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel's show. Expressing his views, Burr criticized the liberal handling of former President Trump and th...
Dec 11, 2023•9 min
John Mulaney recently sat down with Deadline to discuss his thoughts on his show, the intervention it was based on, and much more In the interview, Mulaney opens up about his detox experience and how it led to the creation of his dark but incredibly funny comedy special. He reveals that he even ranked the speeches delivered during the intervention, showcasing his unique humor even in such a serious situation. One interesting aspect Mulaney mentions is how some people viewed his special as darker...
Dec 10, 2023•9 min
First up, let's talk about the podcast scene. I recently checked out David Cross's "Senses working overtime" with guest Bob Odenkirk, and I have to say, I was left a little disappointed. On the other hand, Trevor Noah's podcast caught my attention. In his latest episode, he interviewed Sam Altman, and it was a fantastic conversation about artificial intelligence. Collider recently published an intriguing article discussing how Netflix stand-up specials aren't as special as they used to be. They ...
Dec 09, 2023•9 min
Dave Chappelle, the legendary comedian, has announced his new Netflix special set to release on New Year's Eve. We all know that staying home and watching TV is the perfect way to celebrate the night, and Dave Chappelle is here to make it even better. For all you comedy enthusiasts out there, mark your calendars for December 21st, as Gary Gulman's Max Original Comedy Special, "Born on Third Base," is all set to debut on Max. The official press release is out, and there's even a trailer to give y...
Dec 08, 2023•11 min
Spotify releases its annual Spotify wrapped lists, prompting Weird Al Yankovic to share his thoughts on the platform's royalty system. In a lighthearted statement, Weird Al expresses gratitude for his 80 million streams on Spotify, which translates to a whopping $12 in earnings - enough for a nice sandwich at a restaurant. He thanks his fans for their support and humorously appreciates the sandwich he can now enjoy. Meanwhile, Ricky Gervais takes the comedic route as he uses his platform to endo...
Dec 07, 2023•11 min
Ricky Gervais demonstrates his love for animals by donating 1.9 million pounds to various animal charities worldwide. Johnny Mac discusses Jason Ziniman's article in the New York Times, which highlights the best comedies and performances of 2023 including Jim Gaffigan's special "Dark Pale" on Prime Video, which Ziniman praises for its skillful comedy and everyman aesthetic. Adam Sandler plays basketball with Utah Jazz owner Ryan Smith, Mark Maron's transition to a vegan diet Mateo Lane's enterta...
Dec 06, 2023•11 min
Show Notes by AI again - Johnny Mac is tired from the late night airport run. When questioned about a joke involving George Santos, Chappelle responded with his trademark wit, stirring up some curiosity. During his appearance on Capitol Hill, Straight Arrow News had more to ask. They inquired about Chappelle's support for anyone specific or a particular cause. Chappelle cryptically leaned in, smiled, and retorted with his own comedic twist. But Chappelle's adventures didn't stop there. He was al...
Dec 05, 2023•13 min
Dave Chappelle, renowned comedian and actor, made an unexpected appearance on Capitol Hill recently, when he posed for a selfie with Representatives Lauren Boebert and Anna Luna. The photograph, shared by Boebert on social media, shows Chappelle casually chatting with the congresswomen in the halls of Congress. Boebert's caption, "Just three people who understand there's only two genders," added a humorous touch to the moment. Luna also tweeted the same photo and expressed her excitement at runn...
Dec 04, 2023•10 min
