Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac

• Rob Reiner Remembered: Career, Legacy, Celebrity Reactionsm and the Tragic Death of Michelle and Rob Reiner

  John comments on  the tragic deaths of esteemed director Rob Reiner and his wife, Michelle, found stabbed in their Brentwood, California home.Rob Reiner was renowned for directing classics like 'The Princess Bride' and 'When Harry Met Sally,' while also being an active political figure. Tributes from celebrities like Ben Stiller, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Barack Obama pour in, highlighting Rob and Michelle's impact on film, activism, and philanthropy. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com Thanks to our sponsors!Raycon EarbudsUnderdog Fantasy Promo Code DCNBlue Chew Promo Code DCNTalkspace promo code Space 80For 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.

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• Comedy News Today – Theo Von, Morgan Wallen, and Viral Podcast Talk

  Johnny Mac delivers the latest in comedy news, highlighting Jordan Klepper's Comedy Central special examining if Donald Trump deserves a Nobel Peace Prize and his adventures in Mississippi, Oregon, and Norway. The script also covers Theo Von's Bible studies with Morgan Wallen, and the opening of Chichi Baba Italian bakery in Austin. Patton Oswalt praises Maria Bamford's comedic originality while Sebastian Maniscalco offers host gift advice on Drew Barrymore’s show. Jim Gaffigan discusses his offstage silliness and elaborates on his stand-up writing process. The LA Times releases a list of the 33 best comedy specials of 2025. Kathleen Madigan shares her love for TikTok and discusses the magic of certain performance venues. The Traverse City Comedy Festival announces headliners Roy Wood Jr. and Gary Gulman for April. Despite talks of retirement, Lewis Black continues to do fewer shows but remains active in the comedy scene.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com Thanks to our sponsors!Raycon EarbudsUnderdog Fantasy Promo Code DCNBlue Chew Promo Code DCNTalkspace promo code Space 80For 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.

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• Comedy News Today – Did Bill Burr Have the Worst Year in Comedy?

  From Riyadh to his worst special. did Bill Burr have the Worst Year In Comedy?Johnny Mac shares his reflections on the best and worst comedy events and standup specials of the year. He highlights Conan O'Brien's Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor on Netflix as the top comedy event, praises Shane Gillis' SB monologue, and enjoys series like 'Last One Laughing' and 'Tires' on Netflix. Johnny also discusses why certain standup specials didn't make his top 25 list, critiquing performances by Bill Maher, Andrew Schulz, Rosebud Baker, Chris Distefano, George Lopez, and more. He gives a nod to some notable Golden Globe nominees like Kevin Hart and Sarah Silverman, and mentions upcoming specials to watch. Concluding, Johnny stresses the subjectivity of comedy and invites listener engagement.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com Thanks to our sponsors!Raycon EarbudsUnderdog Fantasy Promo Code DCNBlue Chew Promo Code DCNTalkspace promo code Space 80For 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.

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• Comedy News Today – The Top Stand-Up Comedy Specials of 2025

  Johnny Mac shares his list of the top 25 stand-up specials of the year.  Topping the list is Mark Maron's 'Panicked' on HBO Max, followed by Kevin Hart's 'Acting My Age' on Netflix, and Matt Rife's 'Unwrapped'. The episode also covers Jim Jeffries, Justin Willman, Gianmarco Soresi, Mo Amer, and more, categorizing them into top, middle, and borderline tiers.Note,the list is missing five notable late year releases, including specials from Sarah Sherman, Robbie Hoffman, Camille Nanjiani, Tom Segura, and Ricky Gervais.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com Thanks to our sponsors!Raycon EarbudsUnderdog Fantasy Promo Code DCNBlue Chew Promo Code DCNTalkspace promo code Space 80For 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.

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• Comedy Stock Market – Sarah Sherman’s Stand-Up Tour and Comedy Buzz

  Johnny Mac delivers the latest in comedy news, teasingg tomorrow's rundown of the top 25 stand-up specials of the year, excluding five major upcoming releases. Highlights from late-night shows include Stephen Colbert's tropical weather wish, Jimmy Fallon's edgy Trump joke, and Jimmy Kimmel's airport workout suggestion. Sarah Sherman's unique comedy special premieres on HBO, featuring her provocative humor. Robbie Hoffman's special on Netflix is anticipated, while Jon Stewart wins the Walter Cronkite Award for comedic news and commentary. Bassem Youssef discusses the serious impact of comedy on political discourse. The episode also covers comedy stock market tips, including buys and sells of comedic talent, and updates on notable figures like Andy Dick and Brad Williams. British comedy news includes Phil Wang replacing Ed Gamble as a judge on the Great British Menu.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com Thanks to our sponsors!Raycon EarbudsUnderdog Fantasy Promo Code DCNBlue Chew Promo Code DCNTalkspace promo code Space 80For 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.

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