About this episode
In this episode, we delve into the release of Jim Gaffigan's new special 'The Skinny. We discuss Gaffigan's weight loss journey, his iconic food jokes, and his new focus on health. The episode also covers Bill Burr stepping down as CEO of All Things Comedy to start North Hill Productions. Additionally, we touch on Adam Ray's unique Dr. Phil-inspired Netflix special, Larry the Cable Guy's charitable Nebraska tour, and a series of interesting comedy events and profiles. Finally, there's a segment on Fern Brady's controversial advertisement and Aparna Nancherla's travel anecdotes. We also learn about Wholpins and weird paintings involving...you don't even wanna know 00:00 Jim Gaffigan's New Special 01:20 Jim Gaffigan's Weight Loss Journey 03:35 Bill Burr's New Ventures 04:48 Larry the Cable Guy's Nebraska Tour 06:04 Adam Ray's Dr. Phil Special 09:44 British Comedy Highlights 13:16 Fern Brady's Controversial Ad 15:17 Aparna Nancherla on Travel Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus . No plug-ins needed! You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free! This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you’d like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats! https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com John’s free substack about the media: Media Thoughts is mcdpod.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews You can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews 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 Earbuds Underdog Fantasy Promo Code DCN Blue Chew Promo Code DCN Talkspace promo code Space 80 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.