Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac - a daily briefing on comedians, and the comedy industry Conan O'Brien Wins Mark Twain Prize, Jamie Foxx's Feud, and Bill Burr's Variety interview
Jan 17, 2025
13:35
Highlights include Conan O'Brien winning the prestigious Mark Twain Prize for American Humor and hosting the upcoming Oscars. Jamie Foxx makes controversial remarks possibly targeting Cat Williams, while Bill Burr faces critique after an interview with Variety. Other segments feature Roy Wood Jr.'s Hulu special, his reflections on leaving The Daily Show, and a fascinating backstory involving his father's connection to Soul Train. The episode also touches on Bill Hader's loss due to the L.A. fires, David Spade's reward for catching arsonists, and a tribute to the late Bob Uecker.
00:25 Conan O'Brien Wins Mark Twain Prize
02:18 Dave Chappelle Hosts SNL
03:32 Jamie Foxx's Controversial Comments
04:41 Bill Burr's Recent Controversies
06:48 Roy Wood Jr.'s New Special
12:21 Bob Uecker Tribute
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00:25 Conan O'Brien Wins Mark Twain Prize
02:18 Dave Chappelle Hosts SNL
03:32 Jamie Foxx's Controversial Comments
04:41 Bill Burr's Recent Controversies
06:48 Roy Wood Jr.'s New Special
12:21 Bob Uecker Tribute
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This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you’d like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats!
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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.
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