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Johnny Mac hosts a slow news day and leads with Parade Magazine’s coverage of George Lopez launching a four-piece stovetop barbecue grill and smoker, which Lopez demonstrates on Instagram and invites fans to suggest what he should cook. The episode also covers Amy Schumer posting a red bikini video and sharing a message about laughing with friends, getting off screens, breathing, moving, and jumping in water. Nate Bargatze is noted as Grand Marshal at the Daytona 500, where he slept at the track, discussed NASCAR possibly returning to the Nashville Fairgrounds, and joked about finding material for NASCAR-centric sketches. Bert Kreischer is mentioned appearing at Daytona with driver Natalie Decker in a sponsor-related post. Adam Sandler shares that after being fired from two restaurants and a pharmacy while at NYU, he sang and played guitar on New York subways to make money.  00:30 George Lopez’s ‘innovative’ stovetop grill & smoker reveal 02:06 Parade Magazine’s ‘beyond cool’ review + cooking show tease 02:56 Amy Schumer’s bikini post & wellness pep talk 03:30 Nate Bargatze at the Daytona 500: sleeping at the track & NASCAR bits 04:49 Bert Kreischer links up with driver Natalie Decker 05:11 Adam Sandler’s subway-singing origin story (and Johnny’s NYC flashback) 06:33 Jessica Kirson on crowd work, hosting, and ‘crowd conversations’ 07:11 Mike Epps opens an Indianapolis boxing gym 07:31 Quick hits: Vancouver listings, Netflix special, Simpsons hits 800 08:36 Politics corner: President vs. Bill Maher + CNN follow-up   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. 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. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Introducing The Danger Line: Why 84% Never Reach Their Potential | Dr. Michael Gervais from The School of Greatness. Follow the show: The School of Greatness Dr. Michael Gervais opens up about surviving a head-on car collision at 70 miles per hour and how decades of psychological training shaped his response in that split second. The high performance psychologist, who has spent 14 years inside NFL locker rooms and coached athletes through four Olympic Games, shares why he believes humans don't rise to moments but fall to the level of their training. He breaks down what he calls "the danger line," that messy emotional edge where growth actually happens, and explains why most people never practice getting there in their careers, relationships, or conversations with loved ones. Gervais also delivers a pointed warning about youth sports in America, revealing how untrained coaches are shaping the psychological development of children in a system where 99.95% won't achieve their athletic dreams. Whether you're navigating a career setback, building mental resilience, or raising kids who can thrive without tying their worth to performance, this conversation offers a framework for training your psychology the same way elite athletes train their bodies. The Greatness Playbook: The Psychological Strength Edition Get your copy of The First Rule of Mastery Finding Mastery Podcast In this episode you will: Recognize why performance-based identity fuels achievement but never delivers freedom, and what to build insteadDiscover why negative self-talk is actually a protective mechanism borrowed from childhood and how to replace it with what Dr. Gervais calls "the epic thought list"Learn the difference between optimism, agency, and efficacy and why every world-class performer Dr. Gervais has met shares one of these traitsUnderstand how "fight, flight, freeze, and submit" plays out in boardrooms and relationships, not just physical dangerApply the "support then challenge" framework that the best coaches and parents use to unlock potential without causing psychological harmFor more information go to https://lewishowes.com/1890 For more Greatness text PODCAST to +1 (614) 350-3960 More SOG episodes we think you’ll love: Jim Curtis Mel Robbins Dr. Caroline Leaf Get more from Lewis!  Get my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy! Get The Greatness Mindset audiobook on Spotify Text Lewis AI YouTube Instagram Website Tiktok Facebook X Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising. DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to [email protected].

The listeners voted and we had our second tie in two weeks.  Who wins up leaving Comedy Island?  Find out this week's dramatic result! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. 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. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mac delivers a politically heavy Daily Comedy News episode. He reports that a planned pasta sauce collaborationinvolving Jimmy Fallon fell through, and discusses Jimmy Kimmel’s monologue proposal to rebrand the Epstein files as the “Epstein Trump files,” including Kimmel saying he trademarked the phrase. He summarizes a Hollywood Reporter piece about “comedy bros” (including Joe Rogan, Andrew Schulz, Theo Von, and Tony Hinchcliffe) cooling on Trump,. 00:00 Welcome to Daily Comedy News (and why today gets political) 00:31 Fallon’s pasta sauce deal derails  01:08 Kimmel’s ‘Epstein Trump Files’ bit: comedy vs. the horror of the story 02:38 Hollywood Reporter: Comedy bros, podcasts, and political influence 05:30 Dave Chappelle in Minnesota  s 06:34 Joe Rogan reacts to being named in the Epstein files 08:14 SAG-AFTRA vs. Netflix: Pete Davidson’s ‘video podcast’ deal 09:14 Cristela Alonzo reschedules to avoid sharing a venue with Kill Tony 10:32 New comedy pods & festival check-in: Melbourne’s Callback + JFL Vancouver 11:56 Comedy Survivor update + how to join the Facebook group 12:24 Ben Bankas controversy: venue move, backlash, and ‘don’t go’ debate 14:20 Matt Rife stars in Red Clay Strays music video + wrap-up and tomorrow’s tease Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. 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. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Comedian Drew Lynch discusses his unconventional journey into comedy, which began after a traumatic brain injury led to a neurogenic stutter. Lynch, who gained fame as a 'stuttering comedian' on America's Got Talent (AGT), shares the challenges and rewards of his career, including the validation he received from Howie Mandel and the opportunities he gained through AGT. He also discusses his experience with the comedy community, his views on political comedy, and the impact of social media on the comedy scene.  Additionally, Lynch praises other comedians like Lachlan Patterson and Emma Willman and talks about his upcoming performance at the Just for Laughs Vancouver festival. The conversation also touches on different recording setups and the behind-the-scenes nuances of podcast production. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. 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. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mac covers the upcoming Daytona 500 and previews the inaugural Full Throttle Festival featuring comedy, music, and barbecue headlined by Bert Kreischer. The host shares personal NASCAR experiences from attending Daytona 500 and Talladega races. Additionally, Nate Bargatze makes history as the first comedian to be Daytona 500's Grand Marshal; other noteworthy points about Nate include his strong comedy career, his first feature film 'The Breadwinner,' and devotion to Vanderbilt and the Tennessee Titans. The show also highlights other events like the Simpsons' milestone 800th episode and upcoming performances at the Vancouver Comedy Festival. Lastly, a portion of the podcast features a discussion between Joe Rogan and Roger Avery critiquing the new direction of the Star Trek franchise.   00:17 Bert Kreischer's Full Throttle Festival 01:54 John's NASCAR Experiences 05:13 Nate Bargatze The Comedian Grand Marshal 07:03 The Simpsons' 800th Episode 08:22 Vancouver Comedy Festival Highlights 09:36 Joe Rogan and Star Trek Discussion   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. 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. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

John discusses the influence of comedian Nate Bargatze on up-and-coming comedian Mason James and reflects on how comedians often adopt styles from their predecessors. The show also covers notable upcoming comedy events, including a benefit show featuring Dave Chappelle and John Stewart, Taylor Tomlinson's new Netflix special 'Prodigal Daughter,' and Reese Darby's upcoming CBS sitcom 'Regency.' Additional segments include parenting advice humor from Jimmy Carr, Adam Sandler's story about Kathy Bates' involvement in 'The Water Boy,' and a segment on comedy stocks where Mack shares his buys and sells within the comedy industry.   00:35 Mason James and Comedy Influences 03:39 Taylor Tomlinson's Upcoming Special 06:04 Jimmy Carr's Parenting Advice 07:16 Adam Sandler and Kathy Bates Story 09:25 Comedy Stock Market 10:53 Rhys Darby's New CBS Comedy 11:55 All Access Comedy and Jo Koy's Achievement   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. 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. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Macc discusses the recent comparisons between comedians John Mulaney, Mike Feeney, and Gianmarco Soresi based on their comedic styles and performances. He explains a controversy involving Mike Epps who apologizes for comments about Nicki Minaj, and touches on Michael Che's response to an inappropriate sketch suggestion from a fan. The episode also highlights upcoming comedy events, such as Garden of Laughs at Radio City Music Hall, and includes amusing updates like Pete Davidson’s favorite deli and a humorous promotional campaign by KFC Arabia featuring a comedian, 00:27 John Mulaney and the Rip-off Controversy 01:42 Comedy Clips Comparison: Mulaney, Feeney, and Soresi 05:40 Mike Epps Apology and Michael Che's Fan Interaction 07:40 Garden of Laughs Event Announcement 08:25 Ronny Chieng's Subway Announcements 10:10 Pete Davidson's Happy Place and Awards for Excellence in Audio 16:05 Comedy Festival Highlights and Comedy Survivor 17:51 UK Pun Championship and KFC Arabia Campaign   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. 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. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Katt Williams' new Netflix special and his controversial comments about Hollywood parties, an upcoming Bob Saget documentary, and Bill Maher's feud with Jimmy Kimmel. Chris Fleming is set for an HBO Max special, and Pete Davidson's new Netflix 'video podcast' faces criticism for lack of format. Additionally, Eddie Murphy will star in a new Amazon comedy film, Kevin Hart invests in Burn Bootcamp, and Jerry Seinfeld is featured on a special Mets baseball card.   00:19 Katt Williams' Netflix Special and Hollywood Parties 01:33 Bob Saget Documentary Announcement 02:23 Bill Maher and Jimmy Kimmel's Feud 03:27 Chris Fleming's HBO Max Special 05:18 Pete Davidson's Netflix Show Controversy 10:18 Eddie Murphy's New Comedy Movie 10:43 Kevin Hart's Investment in Burn Bootcamp 11:21 Jerry Seinfeld's Mets Baseball Card   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. 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. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mac shares his frustration over John Mulaney and Mike Birbiglia's discussion about comedic theft on Birbiglia's podcast. Mac discusses comedian Gianmarco Soresi, who feels targeted by their comments, and then Mac highlights a funny distaste for John Mulaney's Super Bowl commercial commentary.  The episode also covers Michael Che and Colin Jost's controversial sports gambling ad, NBC's 100th anniversary video omission of David Letterman, and a new specials from Ktat Williams and Jim Gaffigan. WARNING Johnny also shares a heartbreaking story from the Puppy Bowl  00:24 Mike Birbiglia and John Mulaney Podcast Drama 01:32 Gianmarco Soresi's Response 05:11 John Mulaney's Super Bowl Commentary 06:15 Michael Che and Colin Jost's Controversial Ad 07:36 Jim Gaffigan's New Projects 10:10 Heartbreaking Puppy Bowl Story 12:10 Adam Sandler's Handbag Story Clarification 12:48 Amy Schumer and Bad Bunny 13:35 Comedy Club Benefit Show 14:41 Moontower Comedy Festival Lineup 15:37 Comedy Survivor Update   Note from John - I made a donation to these guys.  I don't know anything about them other than the story in today's show.  God bless you Teigan. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. 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. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

In the fifth weekly elimination of 'Comedy Survivor,' host Johnny Mac announces who  has been voted off the island! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. 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. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mac discusses Pete Davidson's new Netflix project. Other topics include a teaser featuring Matt Rife and the Red Clay Strays, Craig Ferguson's upcoming American tour with CNN, Steve Trevino’s take on Hollywood’s conservative views, and Gabe Iglesias performing for US troops in Japan. Additional updates highlight Matt Friend's new gig at the Academy Awards, Ron Funches's experience on the show 'Traitors', Eugene Merman's new comedy album, and the return of 'Jury Duty' with a new twist. Johnny Mack also hints at future episodes, needing to balance recording with his upcoming jury duty. 00:17 Pete Davidson's Netflix Show Controversy 02:35 Red Clay Strays and Matt Rife Teaser 03:08 Craig Ferguson's USA Tour Announcement 04:33 Steve Trevino's Hollywood Critique 06:36 Gabe Iglesias' USO Tour in Japan 07:56 Upcoming Comedy Projects and Events 09:00 Ron Funches on Traitors 09:54 Eugene Merman's New Comedy Album 10:54 Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat 11:30 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. 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. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mack interviews the Finnish comedian ISMO, who is known for his witty wordplay and observations on the English language. ISMO is set to perform at the Just for Laughs Vancouver festival as part of his Perseverance Tour. The discussion reveals ISMO's back injury from a dune buggy accident, his unexpected talent in rally driving competitions in Finland, and his unique approach to comedy. ISMO shares insights into maintaining a social media presence, writing jokes in both Finnish and English, and his evolving goals in the comedy world, which include innovative content creation and avoiding traditional pitch processes for studios. 00:51 Meet ISMO: Comedian and Rally Driver 02:38 Rally Driving in Finland 06:15 Opening for Ralphie May and Social Media Insights 11:53 The Art of Comedy and Wordplay 16:47 Language Switching: Thinking in English vs. Finnish 18:39 Translating Jokes Between Languages 22:50 Performing in Different Venues 24:57 Exploring Music and Comedy 28:34 Future Goals and Experimentation   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. 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. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

In this episode of Daily Comedy News, Johnny Mac explores the fun idea of having a comedian perform at the Super Bowl halftime show. He discusses potential candidates like Weird Al, Adam Sandler, Dave Chappelle, and Nate Bargatze. The episode also covers Turning Point USA's alternative 'All American Halftime Show' with musicians like Kid Rock. Johnny reviews several anticipated Super Bowl commercials featuring stars such as Ben Stiller, Melissa McCarthy, and Bowen Yang, and analyses their comedic value. Additionally, there's a rundown of Rob Riggle's Super Bowl snack suggestions and a charismatic ad campaign by Andy Samberg. The episode wraps up with thoughts on a recent interview with President Trump and details about Dave Chappelle's San Francisco shows. 00:17 Super Bowl Halftime Show Ideas 02:14 Alternative Halftime Shows and Comedic Commentary 03:21 Super Bowl Commercial Previews 10:54 Brian Baumgartner's Tailgate Event 12:24 Rob Riggle's Super Bowl Tips 16:17 Political Commentary and President's Interview   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. 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. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.

Johnny Mac covers a range of topics within the comedy world. He delves into a controversial incident on the SmartLess podcast where a famous comedian was kicked off, speculated to be Chevy Chase. The spotlight then shifts to Andrew Schulz's evolving opinions on President Trump, featuring a heated discussion with Charlamagne about constitutional abuses and the actions of ICE. Johnny explores how Schultz's change of heart is perceived by the broader community. Additionally, there are updates on Heidi Gardner's departure from SNL, the forthcoming SNL UK, and stock recommendations in comedians like Dave Chappelle and Ismo. The episode also touches on Bill Cosby's latest legal troubles and some light-hearted previews for an upcoming Super Bowl comedy segment and an interview with comedian Ismo. 00:36 Controversial Comedian on Smartless Podcast 01:21 Andrew Schulz's Evolving Opinions on Trump 06:15 Kathy Griffin on Joe Rogan's Influence 06:53 Heidi Gardner's SNL Experience 08:04 SNL UK Premiere Announcement 09:27 Comedy Stock Market Picks 10:21 Adam Sandler's Office Move 11:44 Bill Cosby's Confession   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support. Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy. COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group. 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. This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.