Johnny Mac once again shares his admiration for sportscaster Al Michaels, recounts a famous prank call involving Michaels and Peter Jennings, and gives the latest update on Jim Gaffigan's bourbon-themed standup shows.

Mac also comments on comedian Gianmarco Soresi's recent photo appearance with Jim Gaffigan and discusses Nate Bargatze's controversial Emmy segment.

Additional highlights include upcoming projects like David Letterman’s new guest Adam Sandler, Jimmy Fallon’s latest reality series, and the Milwaukee Comedy Festival. The episode wraps up with reflections on the state of the comedy industry and its increasing commercialization.

00:00 Introduction and Al Michaels Anecdote
03:03 Jim Gaffigan's Bourbon-Themed Comedy Set
04:52 Nate Bargatze and the Emmys Controversy
07:06 David Letterman's Upcoming Interview with Adam Sandler
09:05 Jimmy Fallon and the New Reality Competition Series
10:08 Riyadh Comedy Festival
12:08 Paddington Bear Controversy and Scrubs Revival
15:19 Milwaukee Comedy Festival and Conclusion

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Jim Gaffigan's Bourbon Set and Al Michaels gets farcical