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   It's being called the biggest oil deal in the history of the world as the United States has its hands on 65 billion barrels of Venzuelan oil.  President Trump says gas prices will shoot downward and he's calling in oil execs this week to put pressure on them asap.    Our favorite Trump impressionist, Shawn Farash, drops a beauty renaming a great lake "Lake Dontario."    Another comedian, Jay Leno, opened up on a podcast that he was overpaid to host the Tonight Show and never spent a dime of it.  Incredible.    The Chiefs roster is set and the two biggest questions are offensive line rotations and.... Harrison Butker?  Yes, this is a huge year for KC's longtime kicker and he'd better pull it together.    Mizzou coach Eli Drinkwitz rips college sports' eligibility rules, KU Athletics as approved a budget that runs on a $13 million deficit and Scottie Scheffler win the Tour Championship.    Royals announcer Ryan Lefebvre did a really, really nice thing this weekend and our Final Final is Dems boycotting a business where they've never been a customer.

Arj Barker! Comedian! Actor! Friend! Delight! More! Arj's new comedy album The Mind Field is out now from Blonde Medicine! We have a great talk and you can have a great listen! ABOUT ARJ BARKER: Barker started his comedy career in the 90s as a dare but quickly dropped out of college to focus on the craft. Through the years he developed his distinct performance style, characterized by heavy sarcasm, absurd logic, and a stage persona that blends unwavering confidence with hilarious ignorance. After 35 years of late-night stand-up sets, acting and writing for the stage and on TV, and headlining shows of all sizes, he remains a beloved, globe-trotting powerhouse in the contemporary comedy landscape. On The Mind Field, Arj Barker encourages the audience to reflect on questions insufficiently explored by science: What is consciousness? Is it stored in the brain or is there a bigger reality somewhere beyond our minds? "Having lost my best friend quite suddenly a few years ago, these questions took on more urgency, and this stand up that formed around that." says Arj.  On the album he also explores equally important topics like meditation, masturbation, and travelling over an hour to eat mediocre pizza. Barker wraps up the album with a song about drinking too much coffee in Australia, which he brings to life with a harmonica, inspiring the audience to sing along.  MORE ABOUT ARJ BARKER: Acclaimed stand-up comedian and actor Arj Barker's early career took shape in San Francisco during the early 90s, where he hosted a regular open-mic night at Café Nuvo. His breakthrough arrived in 1997 when he won the prestigious Perrier Best Newcomer Award at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. He became a frequent fixture on late-night TV, making multiple stand-up appearances on Late Night with Conan O'Brien, The Tonight Show, and The Late Show with David Letterman. He has hosted many Comedy Central Presents specials, co-written and starred in the Off-Broadway parody show The Marijuana-Logues in 2004 and joined the cast of the hit HBO sitcom Flight of the Conchords in 2007. For decades Barker has been a headline regular and record-breaking ticket seller at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival and the Adelaide Fringe. Now living in Australia, Barker has achieved monumental status as an adopted superstar there. His widespread appeal across Oceania has been bolstered by regular appearances on major Australian television programs such as Thank God You're Here, Rove, and Spicks and Specks. He has released several top-selling comedy albums and live specials, including the ARIA award winning DVD Organic and co-wrote and starred in The Nut Farm in 2024. FOR EVEN MORE ABOUT ARJ BARKER... LISTEN TO THE PODCAST! PS This is only the first half of our converasation. For part two, subscribe via Apple Podcasts OR simply click on over here to Patreon! Enjoy! Thank you!​

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John is back and ready to dive into the madness of the current political landscape. He talks about the absurdity of Donald Trump renaming Lake Ontario to Lake America and the implications of such antics on international relations. John shares his recent experiences in Europe, including a poignant family funeral, and reflects on the ridiculousness of Trump's behavior as he continues to play to his base.As they discuss the fallout from the recent catastrophic flooding in Nepal and the ongoing humanitarian crisis, John emphasizes the importance of supporting vetted organizations that can provide real help. The conversation also touches on the digital divide in education, with insights from Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath, who highlights the negative impact of classroom technology on children's learning and attention spans.Then, he is joined by comedian Myq Kaplan - who has performed on The Tonight Show, Conan, the Late Show with David Letterman and the Late Late Show with James Corden. Twenty years into his comedy career, and nearly a decade into his relationship with Rini Voskressensky, the two collaborated to craft a deeply personal project that is equal parts a comedy special and a thesis on love. In this heartwarming and hilarious project named after his partner, Myq offers advice to his past dumb self while discussing his evolving thoughts on traditional marriage, polyamory, quantum physics, psychedelics, music, God, and more.Listeners are invited to call in and share their thoughts on everything from the latest political shenanigans to personal anecdotes about their own birthdays and experiences. The episode is a blend of humor, heartfelt moments, and critical discussions about the state of the nation and the world.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joe Concha is back to break down the latest crossroads in American politics and cultural icons. In this episode, Joe exposes the revisionist history around Joe Biden's exit from the campaign trail, skewers CNN's dismal primetime ratings, and tackles the left's panicked scramble to distance themselves from controversial streamer Hasan Piker. Plus, a warm tribute to the late Dolly Parton and her Tonight Show memories, a Pee-wee Herman birthday throwback, Trump's proposal to rename Lake Ontario and a full slate of NFL win-total predictions that might just start a civil war in Joe's own house.

Yakov Smirnoff came to America from the Soviet Union in 1977 with little money and limited English, determined to build a new life. He started out working as a bartender before finding his way into stand up comedy, where he turned the culture shock of being an immigrant into his greatest source of material.His career took him from comedy clubs to The Tonight Show, Night Court, and his own sitcom "What a Country!" making him one of the most recognizable comedians of the 1980s. Behind the catchphrase is a remarkable story of an immigrant who used comedy to understand America and ultimately found his place in it.

   Nobody knows the inside story of why CIA Director John Ratcliffe was in Moscow Tuesday but while he was, 5 "Doomsday Planes" were in they sky over America including one that spend all day flying by KC.  What is going on?    Dolly Parton was truly loved by millions both young and old and from every possible background.  She was a singer, actor, philanthropist and the person that just made everyone feel great.  What an amazing life.  We have a clip of her on the Tonight Show w/Johnny Carson that displayed every one of her traits all at one time.    We've got better new names for Lake Ontario than Lake America.  Mayor Q says he stands with Canada now, not with the USA as politics matter more than country.   In sports, Patrick Mahomes is running the scout team 18 days before the first game of the season.  49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan draws the short straw and has to talk about his owner Jed York getting popped in a prostitution sting.  Charles Barkley blasts the WNBA for it's "awful year."  In DC, the Redskins are making a comeback and we support it fully.  And the Royals have now won 9 in a row.

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This week, Kelli and Troy are diving into one of late night television's messiest feuds, Johnny Carson and Joan Rivers. After Johnny helped launch Joan's career, she eventually became his permanent guest host on The Tonight Show. But when Joan left NBC for her own show on Fox, everything fell apart. From blacklisting allegations to Joan's attempts to reconcile, Kelli and Troy look back at the feud that lasted until Johnny's death. Join our Patreon for more content! - ⁠⁠patreon.com/Beyondtheblinds⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram -⁠ ⁠instagram.com/beyondtheblindspod⁠⁠ Kelli on IG - ⁠⁠instagram.com/laguna_biotch/⁠⁠ Troy on IG -⁠ ⁠Instagram.com/troyjeanspears⁠⁠ Sponsors: Shopify:⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shopify.com/blinds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - start your free trial today Boll & Branch: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bollandbranch.com/blinds and use code BLINDS to get 15% off and free shipping Quince: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/BLINDS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping and 365 day returns Whisker:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠whisker.com/blinds⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠-Take an additional $50 off Whisker Litter-Robot bundles with code BLINDS Wayfair: Head to Wayfair.com to shop all things home  Vinted: Vinted.com  - download the Vinted app for free to start listing with no seller fees, and for a limited time, enjoy free shipping in the US Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Travis Makes Money Podcast, Travis and producer Eric dive into how traditional media is adapting to changing audience behavior, using Jimmy Fallon and The Tonight Show as a case study. They discuss the rise of microdramas, why audiences increasingly prefer clips and unfiltered long-form content, and what creators and business owners can learn from media companies experimenting with new formats. They also explore the tension between polished production and authenticity—and why there may not be one “right” approach to creating content. On this episode we talk about: Why Jimmy Fallon and traditional media companies are experimenting with microdramas and vertical content How shrinking attention spans and fragmented audiences are changing the entertainment industry Why podcasts and long-form content can succeed despite the rise of short-form media The difference between highly produced content and more spontaneous, authentic content How creators and businesses can experiment with different formats to discover what works Why businesses should consider creating their own recurring “microdramas” or shows instead of relying solely on traditional advertising What creators can learn from The Tonight Show constantly testing new ideas Top 3 Takeaways Find your format by experimenting. There isn't one universally correct approach to content. Some creators succeed with highly scripted, heavily produced videos while others thrive with spontaneous, low-production content. The key is to keep testing until you find what works for your audience. Don't be afraid to try things that might fail. One of the biggest advantages creators and entrepreneurs have today is the ability to experiment quickly and cheaply. You can try a three-hour episode, a two-minute microdrama, a new series, or an entirely different format without needing a massive corporate approval process. Turn your content into an asset for your business. Businesses can create their own recurring content series that entertains or educates without being a traditional advertisement. When the business naturally becomes part of the setting or story, the content can build awareness while still giving the audience something they actually want to watch. Notable Quotes "There's a reason why the audience is going to these other places." "Can you find your format and your footing? Do people like the content? Are they gonna continue to follow?" "Just get in the creator chair and try whatever you can try because you never know what's going to be the thing that actually takes off and works." Connect with Travis Chappell: Instagram: Travis Chappell A Word from Our Sponsors: - Go to Leesa.com for 25% OFF select mattresses (through August 23, 2026) PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code TMM, exclusive for my listeners  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actress Kristen Johnston joins Andy Richter to discuss their guest appearances on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno and Late Night with David Letterman, finding success in her twenties with 3rd Rock from the Sun, sobriety, how one day of work on the Sex and the City set became a meme forever, and returning to multi-cam with the show Leanne on Netflix. Do you want to talk to Andy and his comedian friends live on SiriusXM's Conan O'Brien Radio? Tell us your favorite dinner party story (about anything!) or ask a question - leave a voicemail at 855-266-2604 or fill out our Google Form at BIT.LY/CALLANDYRICHTER. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We've casually known Josh Johnson from the ol' New York comedy scene for a long time, but do we *really* know him? Find out on today's PULSE-POUNDING edition of the pod! Now, you surely know Josh as an Emmy-nominated writer and as one of the rotating hosts of one of the last original shows on Comedy Central, The Daily Show! Or maybe you knew him back when, when he was a writer on The Tonight Show or maybe you know him from his stand-up, which you can watch on his YouTube channel or live in a city near you! Regardless, on today's show, we're trying to crack Josh's unflappable demeanor. We discuss intellectualizing emotional things, being in a romantic argument with someone who's too logical, Josh's nearly-decade-long relationship, James K. Polk's TikTok presence, and of course, what's actually in Baked Lays... all this and MORE! PLUS, obvi, we answer YOUR advice questions! If you'd like to ask your own advice questions, call 323-524-7839 and leave a VM or just DM us on IG or Twitter!BUY A SUPER CUTE "Open Your Hearts, Loosen Your Butts" mug! Also, we're in culture critic and Vulture writer Sean Malin's book The Podcast Pantheon: 101 Podcasts That Changed How We Listen! And:Support the show on Patreon (two extra exclusive episodes a month!) or gift someone a Patreon subscription! Or get yourself a t-shirt or a discounted Quarantine Crew shirt! And why not leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts? Or Spotify? It takes less than a minute! Follow the show on Instagram! Check out some CT clips on YouTube!Plus some other stuff! Watch Naomi's Netflix half hour or Mythic Quest! Check out Andy's old casiopop band's lost album or his other podcast Beginnings!Theme song by the great Sammus! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark talks about Tomlin on the tonight show, Steelers with Tommy Radio, some Lemieux and Gretzky and Jaws talk as well

What happens when a search for identity across continents ends in healing an old childhood wound? In episode 274, singer-songwriter and educator Machan Taylor shares how a culture-straddling upbringing fueled a music career alongside Sting, Pink Floyd, and Foreigner—and became the seed of her memoir, Naked Out Loud. For Machan, it's the journey from never belonging to finally feeling whole.In This Episode, You Will Learn:(03:54) Machan's unconventional path into sharing her story with the world(04:05) Her birth in Japan, her musical family roots, and the move to America(06:30) Growing up an outsider in 1960s New Jersey(08:54) Discovering her voice as a source of identity and power(12:40) Childhood trauma and the drive it gave her toward independence(15:25) From local bands to the Glenn Miller Orchestra and life on the road(20:31) The catalyst for her memoir: psychedelic-assisted therapy(25:15) Turning subconscious pain into conscious healing and liberation(33:24) How journaling became her memoir, Naked Out Loud(35:10) Teaching at NYU and what's next: speaking, healing, and serviceMachan Taylor is a vocalist, songwriter, composer, and educator whose four-decade career has included stadium tours with Pink Floyd, Sting, and Foreigner, three years fronting the acclaimed jazz ensemble Hiroshima, and television appearances on Saturday Night Live and The Tonight Show. She has released two solo albums, contributed to film and TV projects including American Beauty and Boyhood, and shared stages with artists from Aretha Franklin to Billy Joel. She holds a master's in Theory and Composition from NYU, where she now teaches at the Clive Davis Institute, and is the author of the memoir Naked Out Loud.In this episode, Machan Taylor shares her cross-cultural upbringing between Japan and a New Jersey town where she often felt like she didn't belong, and how music became her anchor through a difficult childhood. She traces her path from teenage gigs and the Glenn Miller Orchestra into decades of touring, and opens up about the unglamorous realities of life on the road. She describes how psychedelic-assisted therapy became the catalyst for her memoir, transforming a childhood wound into conscious healing, and reflects on returning to school in her fifties to pursue teaching. She closes by sharing her hope to expand into speaking engagements that help others do the same healing work.Connect with Machan Taylor: WebsiteLinkedInInstagramFacebookYouTubeApple MusicLet's Connect:WebsiteInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sports with Rod 8-18-2026 …Mike Tomlin was on the Tonight Show …Chris Berman is now Officially a Legend …Tua played like Hot Garbage

Bart Scott said that when he was with the Ravens he put an open hit on Hines Ward. He said they had an open hit on Ward and it shows the high intensity of the rivalry. He was crushed by Jarret Johnson on a passing play and Johnson later said that was the highlight of his career. Mike Tomlin was on The Tonight Show, and he seems really happy. We heard Jeff Hathhorn ask Tomlin a question from a past news conference!

Hour 3 with Joe Starkey: Bart Scott said that when he was with the Ravens they had a hit on on Hines Ward. Mike Tomlin was on The Tonight Show, and he seems really happy. We heard Jeff Hathhorn ask Tomlin a question from a past news conference! Joe thinks all three deals the Steelers signed with Benton, Herbig, and Washington were good signings.

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Hour 1 (8.13) Jay Leno stops by the Conway Show for one of the best hours we've had all year — and he holds nothing back. Jay walks Tim through the fire accident in his garage: how it happened, what he remembers, and the recovery that followed. It's the story people have asked about for years, told first-hand. He rewinds all the way to the beginning — arriving in Los Angeles with nothing, chasing stage time, and the version of this city that doesn't exist anymore. Then it's pure Tonight Show. Jay on what it was actually like behind that desk during the biggest years in late night, the monologue grind, the guests — and the night he picked up the phone and called President Obama. Classic Conway: relevant, irreverent, and one of the great interviews in the archive. This is the Best of Conway.

Hour 2 (8.13) One of the best hours in the Conway archive, and Jay Leno is only half of it. Jay walks Tim through the fire accident in his garage: how it happened, what he remembers, and the recovery that followed. It's the story people have asked about for years, told first-hand. He rewinds to the beginning — arriving in Los Angeles with nothing, chasing stage time, and the version of this city that doesn't exist anymore. Then it's pure Tonight Show. What it was actually like behind that desk during the biggest years in late night, the monologue grind, the guests — and the night he picked up the phone and called President Obama. Jay also gets into his Italian roots and why he flat-out refuses to ever have a statue made of himself. His reasoning is very Leno. Then the crew turns on Tim. Why Conway would never take the morning shift — an ambition conversation that gets a little too honest a little too fast. Plus, birth order: firstborn, middle child, baby of the family, only child, and what your slot in the lineup supposedly says about you. It nails everybody in the studio. And Mark closes it out with a cruise story that goes wrong in every way a vacation can go wrong. Don't book anything until you hear it. Relevant, irreverent, and the whole room in one hour. This is the Best of Conway.

Jimmy addresses the latest news, like President Trump being shocked by Karoline Leavitt's resignation, before speaking with Adam Scott, Sebastian Maniscalco and Ella Rubin.

Jimmy addresses the latest news, like President Trump announcing Karoline Leavitt's resignation as White House Press Secretary, before speaking with Matthew McConaughey and KATSEYE.

Jimmy addresses the latest news, like President Trump sneaking off Air Force One, before speaking with Dakota Fanning, Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson and Jon Lovitz and welcoming comedian Ainsley Bailey for stand-up.

Jimmy addresses the latest news, like President Trump commenting on the war in Iran, before speaking with Kristen Stewart and Dominic Sessa.

Continuing our I Love the 90s series, we move on to 1992, when Batman Returns and Wayne's World ruled the multiplex and Bill Clinton got saxy on The Arsenio Hall Show. Don and Dude drop the needle on one gritty, G funk hip hop album and one crushing heavy metal release that show the evolution of both genres, connecting both records to a world of the Dream Team dominating the Olympics, Mortal Kombat draining quarters at the arcade and Johnny Carson signing off from The Tonight Show.The AlbumsDr. Dre – The Chronic (1992)After leaving Ruthless Records and co-founding Death Row Records with Suge Knight, Dr. Dre used his solo debut to introduce G-funk, building slow, heavy grooves from Parliament-Funkadelic samples, live keyboards and Moog synthesizer lines. The album opens with the mission-statement intro "The Chronic," moves through the diss track "Fuck wit Dre Day," the cruising anthem "Nuthin' but a 'G' Thang" that introduced Snoop Doggy Dogg, and the Grammy winning "Let Me Ride," before closing on the hidden bonus cut "Bitches Ain't Shit." Shaped by the tension of the 1992 Los Angeles riots and Dre's split from Ruthless, The Chronic plays as a genre defining record that launched Snoop's stardom and set the template for West Coast hip hop.Megadeth – Countdown to Extinction (1992)Formed by Dave Mustaine after leaving Metallica, Megadeth used its fifth album, produced by Max Norman and released July 14, 1992 on Capitol Records, to trade pure thrash speed for tighter song structures and broader themes of war, addiction and environmental destruction. The record opens with the aggressive "Skin o' My Teeth," moves through the signature single "Symphony of Destruction," the internally conflicted "Sweating Bullets," and the farm crisis ballad "Foreclosure of a Dream," before closing on the ambitious, thrash leaning "Ashes in Your Mouth." Recorded in Los Angeles the same week as the Rodney King riots, Countdown to Extinction hit No. 2 on the Billboard 200 and became Megadeth's commercial breakthrough, proving technical metal could thrive alongside grunge.Diggin AlbumsFinn Wolfhard – Fire From The Hip (2026):The Stranger Things actor's second solo album, co-written and co-produced with Clay Frankel, Cadien Lake James and Colin Croom, pairs bright, hook filled indie rock guitars with introspective songwriting about growing up and changing relationships.Jeffrey Gaines – Jeffrey Gaines (1992):The Harrisburg singer songwriter's self-titled debut, produced by David Kershenbaum, introduced his soulful blend of acoustic driven rock, heartfelt ballads and expressive vocals on standout tracks like "Hero in Me" and "Headmasters of Mine."Echo & the Bunnymen – Apples for Isaac (2026):The Liverpool post punk band's first collection of new songs since 2014's Meteorites, produced by Ian McCulloch, features drumming from Blondie's Clem Burke on ten of its eleven tracks, recorded before his death in 2025.Billy Strings – So Much for Goodbyes (2026):The flatpicking bluegrass guitarist's new album, produced alongside T Bone Burnett in their first collaboration together, is dedicated to his late mother Debra Apostol, whose own artwork appears on the cover.Follow & Support Follow the show on Instagram, Facebook, Threads and Bluesky @albumnerds, and support the podcast by subscribing, rating, reviewing and sharing it with another music obsessive who still loves hearing whole albums front to back."Are you crying? Are you crying? ARE YOU CRYING? There's no crying! THERE'S NO CRYING IN BASEBALL!" - Jimmy Dugan (Tom Hanks), A League of Their Own (1992).

Jim Meskimen is an actor/impressionist who has been seen in five feature films by director Ron Howard, and on TV in Friends, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Margo's Got Money Troubles, The Big Door Prize, Parks & Recreation, and NCIS, among many others.  His impressions were featured on The View, Fox & Friends, The Tonight Show and America's Got Talent, to name a few. He currently appears in LANDMAN on Paramount+ and Chicago Fire. Jim is also a very talented artist, live performer, voice actor, poet and overall solid human being. Join Jim Meskimen and I on The Creative Spark as we talk about his journey as an actor, being the son of Marion Ross (who played Mrs. Cunningham on the classic show Happy Days, his fantastic impressions and some of the obstacles he has overcome including stage fright. It's a fantastic conversation shared by a wonderfully entertaining person. You don't want to miss any of today's interesting and inspiring chat!----- To learn more about today's guest Jim Meskimen please visit: Website:  www.jimmeskimen.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jim.meskimen/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimpressions/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-meskimen-4a447a20/--------To learn more about host G. Brian Benson:www.gbrianbenson.comDon't forget to sign up for the newsletter and YouTube Channel!

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Jay Leno says he never spent a dollar of his NBC salary, he lived off standup income the whole time, even while hosting the most watched late night show in America. Johnny Mac looks at everything about Jay Leno that isn't the Tonight Show: the Comedy Store years, the David Letterman friendship and the edgier version of Jay a generation of comedy fans first met on that show, the Big Dog Garage in Burbank that grew from seventeen thousand to a hundred and twenty-two thousand square feet, the 1907 White Steam Car that caught fire and put him in a burn center at seventy-two, the motorcycle crash three months later, and the story of Mavis, his wife of forty-five years, now living with advanced dementia, who he makes lunch for every day and comes home to every night. The Tonight Show chapter gets its own episode this fall. Today is everything else."How many cars does Jay Leno own?""What happened to Jay Leno's wife Mavis?""Does Jay Leno have a wife with dementia?""Did Jay Leno really never spend his Tonight Show salary?""What is Jay Leno's net worth?""How did Jay Leno meet David Letterman?""What is Jay Leno's Garage show about?""What was Jay Leno like on Letterman in the 1980s?""Is Jay Leno still doing standup comedy?""What happened in Jay Leno's garage fire 2022?""Who is Mavis Leno and what does she have dementia?""What did Jay Leno say about taking care of his wife?"Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support.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. 

Show Notes: We welcome veteran comedian, Silversmith, author of The Tin Man Diaries and transplant recipient Jamie Alcroft. Starting his comedy career in 1980, Jamie gained fame on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson and Jay Leno, starred in 125 episodes of Comedy Break with Mack and Jamie, and lent his voice to countless games, cartoons, and films. In 2017, Jamie received a life-saving heart and liver transplant. His transplant journey inspired him to found LAFF4LIFE, a program offering registered organ donors free admission to comedy clubs nationwide. Jamie shares his journey through comedy, transplant surgery, and the power of giving back. In our Mental Health Moment, our hosts explore curiosity and how to use it as a positive force for moving through life's heaviest trials, and then we honor hero Eddie LeDoux.

Jimmy addresses the latest news, like Trump lashing out at Pete Hegseth over the military's missile shortage, before speaking with Shane Gillis, Betty Gilpin and Role Model.

Non-fiction writer Joshua Jelly-Schapiro joins co-hosts V.V. Ganeshananthan and Christian Barter to talk about the life of performer and activist Harry Belafonte, who died in 2023. Jelly-Schapiro, the author of a new biography of Belafonte, considers the entertainer's distinctive combination of mainstream appeal and radical politics. He notes how Belafonte's vault to stardom and success with the first LP to sell a million copies, Calypso, positioned him to speak across racial lines in a segregated society. Jelly-Schapiro discusses Belafonte's nation-changing impact on the Civil Rights Movement, and his unique position as the only member of Martin Luther King's inner circle who could also be asked to guest-host The Tonight Show. He reflects on how Belafonte, the son of Jamaican immigrants who grew up between Harlem and his parents' country, navigated the performance of authenticity. Jelly-Schapiro reads from his book, Daylight Come: Harry Belafonte and the World He Made.To hear the full episode, subscribe through iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app (include the forward slashes when searching). You can also listen by streaming from the player below. Check out video versions of our interviews on the Fiction/Non/Fiction Instagram account, the Fiction/Non/Fiction YouTube Channel, and our show website: https://www.fnfpodcast.net/This podcast is produced by V.V. Ganeshananthan and Christian Barter.Joshua Jelly-SchapiroDaylight Come: Harry Belafonte and the World He MadeNames of New York: Discovering the City's Past, Present, and Future Through Its Place-NamesIsland People: The Caribbean and the WorldNonstop Metropolis: A New York City Atlas with Rebecca SolnitPòtoprens: The Urban Artists of Port-au-Prince with Leah Gordon and Katelyne Alexis Cuba Then, Cuba NowChris Ofili: Paradise Lost with Chris OfiliHarry BelafonteCalypsoIsland in the SunBuck and the Preacher“We Are the World”OthersBeetlejuiceSing Your Song (2011)Following Harry (2024)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jimmy addresses the latest news, like Trump saying a deal to re-open the Strait of Hormuz could come today, before speaking with Elliot Page and Bobby Flay.

On Wednesday's show: We discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup.Also this hour: We get to know the new host of Reading Rainbow, librarian and literacy advocate Mychal Threets.And comedian Maddy Kelly explains how her failed attempts to act dramatically on stage turned into a career in comedy and a recent appearance on The Tonight Show. Kelly performs in Houston Friday and Saturday at The Riot Comedy Club.Watch

Jimmy addresses the latest news, like the U.S. military asking troops for "creative and unconventional" ideas to punish Iran, before speaking with Colman Domingo and Monica Barbaro and welcoming comedian Zarna Garg for stand-up.

Jimmy addresses the latest news, like Trump rejecting the Justice Department blaming the Reflecting Pool damage on shoddy renovation, before speaking with Callum Turner, Chance the Rapper and Sunny Sandler.

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Australian comedian Simon Taylor is with us in the Sooshi cave this week. Simon is the first Aussie comedian to perform on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and in October will have his own 6-part show The Sonny Disposition coming out on STAN. Despite looking like your stereotypical Aussie. Simon has got traditional Italian roots and Italian traditions passed down from the Nonni. Subscribe'a now! Tank'a you... - https://linktr.ee/sooshimango Ptou you bastard!

Jimmy addresses the latest news, like Elon Musk pledging $100M to help Republicans in the midterm elections, before speaking with Zoe Saldaña and Drew Starkey.

On this episode of The Roundtable, we're breaking down the stories that reveal how celebrities fight to control the narratives surrounding their lives—and what happens when those carefully constructed images begin to crack.We start with Ciara Miller's headline-making appearance alongside Shaboozey on The Tonight Show, exploring whether her viral "loyal cowboy" moment was the ultimate revenge—or one of the smartest PR moves in recent Bravo history. Then we examine Stassi Schroeder's return to the spotlight, the backlash she faced after walking the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit runway, and whether public vulnerability has become the newest currency in celebrity redemption arcs.We also take a deep dive into the new BBC documentary examining allegations against Jared Leto, asking how Hollywood's long-standing fascination with the "eccentric genius" may have blurred the line between artistic persona and accountability. Plus, we unpack Kim Kardashian's decision to forgive a $167,000 legal judgment after defeating a lawsuit, debate whether it was an act of generosity or a masterclass in public relations, and break down the week's biggest celebrity photo moments—from Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco to Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun.Throughout the episode, one question connects every story:When the cameras are always rolling, are celebrities living their lives—or directing them?Pull up a chair... the conversation starts now.The Roundtable is a Georgio Says Podcast Series, where the headlines start the conversation—but the bigger story is always waiting beneath the surface. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimmy addresses the latest news, like a poll revealing that a majority of Americans don't think Trump is paying attention to the country's most important issues, before speaking with Sadie Sink and Fabien Frankel.

Jimmy addresses the latest news, like Trump meeting with Netanyahu and Zelensky, before speaking with Keke Palmer and John Stamos and welcoming comedian Lady Miss Jacqueline for stand-up.

July 27, 2026; 6pm: New polling shows President Trump is losing support over his handling of multiple issues, including the Iran war, the Epstein scandal and inflation. MS NOW's Ari Melber is joined by Jason Johnson to discuss. Plus, media mogul Byron Allen joins to discuss his journey from the youngest comedian to perform on The Tonight Show to building Allen Media Group. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this podcast extra, media mogul Byron Allen joins MS NOW's Ari Melber to discuss his journey from the youngest comedian to perform on The Tonight Show to building Allen Media Group. This interview is a new installment of “The Summit Series with Ari Melber,” featuring discussions with leaders at the summit of their fields. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jimmy addresses the latest news, like Trump giving a speech at the General Motors plant in Michigan, before speaking with Jim Gaffigan and Karlie Kloss.

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Steve and Charlie listened to Saints legendary QB Drew Brees' media availability with The Tonight Show's Jimmy Fallon and CBS Sports. Brees discussed his 2001 scouting report, his impending induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and Tyler Shough's sophomore season with the Saints. Saints sideline reporter Jeff Nowak joined Sports Talk to preview the team's upcoming training camp practice sessions. Nowak evaluated the Saints' wide receivers, defensive tackles, linebackers, and running backs.

Nick looks back at the night Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce proved that professional athletes really can make great Saturday Night Live hosts. Thanks in part to cast member and Chiefs superfan Heidi Gardner, who convinced Lorne Michaels to book him, Kelce delivered one of the funniest episodes of the season and one of the strongest hosting performances ever by an athlete. You’ll hear highlights from some of the night’s best sketches, including a hilarious trip to the American Girl Cafe, an emotional meeting between two exes, and an awkward family musical performance, all showcasing Kelce’s surprising comedy chops. Nick also shares behind-the-scenes stories, features Heidi Gardner talking about the experience on The Tonight Show, and wraps things up with a bonus Weekend Update appearance highlighting Punkie Johnson’s famously shaky celebrity knowledge. [Ep 185]

We talked to New York City-based stand-up and musical comedian, Kimberly Dinaro! Jason has a delightful chat with Kimberly about how comedy entered her life through acting school, working at Lush, attending NYU, and her appearance on the Tonight Show starring Jimmy Fallon in the Instant Songwriters Challenge. Kimberly also discusses the confidence gap between famous people and working artists, how pay-to-play marketing and algorithms make creative careers harder, her commitment to authenticity in her work, what she learns from social media engagement, and she explains why musical comedy works for story and repetition, citing her influences like Tim Minchin and Bo Burnham. They also talk about her goals like making her EP, her band with her sister, and more. It's a super fun chat! www.kimberlydinaro.com Instagram: @KimberlyDinaro, @WomenInBusinessMusical, @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics  TikTok: @KimberlyDinaro, @JasonFarrToks Threads: @ThereItIsPod, @JasonFarrPics Facebook: @ThereItIsPod  Subscribe to our comedy newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/e22defd4dee2/thereitis

John Crist is back with Sadie and Christian for a hilarious and deep conversation about love, fear, commitment, and learning how to trust God with the biggest decisions in life. John opens up about why the right next step can still feel scary, how he's growing into a new season before marriage, and what it really looks like to keep showing up in relationships even when things get hard. Plus, he tells the unreal story behind his Tonight Show debut, the most awkward DoorDash mix-up ever, and why laughter can make even the serious moments feel a little lighter.  This Episode of WHOA That's Good is Sponsored By: http://shop.taylordukeswellness.com/whoa — Get 15% off sitewide anytime + for the next 48 hours, you can also unlock free U.S. shipping on orders over $49! https://fastgrowingtrees.com — Get 20% off your first purchase when you use the code WHOA at checkout! https://gominno.com — Get your first month FREE when you use code WHOA at sign up! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices