About this episode
Johnny Mac discusses the Tribeca Festival conversation between Jim Gaffigan and Michael Ian Black on the trials of parenting. Additionally, Matt Rife talks about the challenges of balancing crowd work and prepared material while managing an intense tour schedule. Meanwhile, Brad Williams shares his journey into comedy, and Zarna Garg reflects on self-care in the entertainment industry. Kevin Pollock, Jenna Fisher, and Donald Gleason also feature, offering insights and personal stories. Lastly, the upcoming Columbus Comedy Festival and comedian Chad the Bird's unique approach to journalism are highlighted. 00:11 Jim Gaffigan on Parenting 01:21 Matt Rife's Comedy Math 05:05 Brad Williams' Comedy Origin 05:51 Zarna Garg's Self-Care Struggles 06:12 Kevin Pollak's Nerves of Steel 06:50 Jenna Fischer's SNL Encounter 07:45 Donald Gleason's role in The Office spinoff The Paper 08:11 Columbus Comedy Festival Preview 08:49 Chad the Bird: A Viral Sensation Get the show without ads. Five bucks. For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus . 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 https://linktr.ee/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.