About this episode
In this Sunday bonus episode, Johnny Mac addresses the ongoing controversy surrounding Jimmy Kimmel and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), which is receiving numerous complaints about pulling Kimmel's show. Mac points out the implications of boycotting ABC-owned properties, such as Disney, Hulu, ESPN, and more. He explores Jimmy Kimmel's unique path from radio to late-night TV, compares him to other late-night hosts, and discusses the political entanglements of late-night comedy. The episode concludes with Bill Carter's analysis of ABC's challenging position in standing by Kimmel amidst threats from the Trump administration and Sinclair Broadcasting's refusal to air Kimmel's show. 00:19 Complaints Against Aussie ABC Over Jimmy Kimmel 01:07 Boycotting ABC and Disney: The Implications 02:14 Jimmy Kimmel's Career Path and Alternatives 02:54 The Charlie Kirk Special and ABC's Programming Decisions 03:35 Late Night Show Controversies and Political Implications 05:15 The History and Evolution of The Tonight Show 05:55 ABC's Dilemma with Jimmy Kimmel and Government Pressure 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.