Marc Maron took aim at Bill Maher during his appearance on Pod Save America, accusing Maher of chasing relevance and sounding “desperate.” Jim Jefferies made shocking claims on Theo Von’s podcast about a possible Australian military cover-up involving his nephew. Plus: Matt Rife defends Sydney Sweeney, Rainn Wilson enjoys being a “jerky face,” Adam Sandler’s Happy Gilmore 2 breaks Netflix records, Jay Leno remembers how he beat out David Brenner for The Tonight Show, and Pete Davidson is trying to sell his condo.

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Marc Maron Dunks on Bill Maher on Pod Save America, Jim Jefferies Alleges Military Coverup on Theo Von podcast

Jay Leno responds to Rosie O'Donnell.. Lorne Michaels weighs in on Colbert, TikTok, and the future of SNL (plus news on the UK version!). Marc Maron delivers a brutal but thoughtful monologue on the current state of podcasting. Also: Ralph Barbosa rebuilds his act, Shane Gillis shouts for beer, and Ken Jeong is your King of Comedy for some reason.

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Jay Leno Responds to Rosie, Lorne Michaels on SNL 51 and Shane Gillis wants a beer

Johnny Mac reviews The Hollywood Reporter's list of the 44 most powerful players in podcasting for 2025, discussing notable comedians and their influence in the podcasting world. He highlights key figures like Tony Hinchcliffe, Joe Rogan, Michelle Obama, and others. Johnny also touches on the impact of social media on comedians' careers, with perspectives from Matt Rife and Danny Frankle. Additionally, he shares tips for comedians submitting to festivals, mentions the Edinburgh Fringe, and humorously laments the impending end of summer.  

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Matt Rife is out of ideas....for you

Jay Leno once wrestled Hulk Hogan and lived to joke about it. Roy Wood Jr. predicts a YouTube-era Colbert could be real trouble for Trump. Jeff Ross talks vulnerability, banana budgets, and how roast comics aren’t always monsters. Plus:  Bowen Yang takes JD Vance way too seriously, and Eric Idle isn’t worried about AI replacing Monty Python—because it’s terrible at writing sketches.

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Jay Leno vs Hulk Hogan, Roy Wood Jr. on Colbert’s Future, and Jeff Ross Buys Bananas

Patton Oswalt says Dave Chappelle isn’t transphobic—just wrong on one thing. Marc Maron’s WTF podcast is ending, but don’t worry, there’s a graphic novel to remember it by. Also: Elon Musk hates Silicon Valley, Chris Hardwick reboots his podcast, Jay Leno still dares to talk about comedy, and Jonathan Kite does an uncanny Anthony Bourdain. Plus, who’s up and who’s down on the Comedy Stock Market.

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Comedy Stock Market: SELL Maron, BUY Jonathan Kite PLUS Patton Defends Chappelle, and Jay Leno Still Exists

Adam Sandler’s Happy Gilmore 2 pumped $152.5M into New Jersey over 64 shooting days (golf courses, FDU, Newark Airport and more). Marc Maron says comics don’t “owe” politics but he’s tackling it anyway. Rosie O’Donnell blasts Jay Leno over a Biggest Loser bit; Theo Von pauses a show to eject a disruptive fan; Tony Hinchcliffe’s Kill Tony hits Netflix agan; Helium Comedy Records puts its catalog up for sale; and Fringe nominees are out—along with yet more horror stories about doing the festival.

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Happy Gilmore 2 Drops $152M in NJ; Maron on Politics, Rosie vs. Leno, Tony Hinchcliffe’s Netflix Kill Tony Return

Conan O’Brien admits traditional late-night TV may be disappearing, but insists Stephen Colbert will thrive in a new format. Jimmy Kimmel calls B.S. on rumors Colbert’s show lost $40 million a year. Plus: Jean Marco’s new special Thief of Joy, Pete Davidson dishes on why Bupkis is done, the New York Comedy Festival adds 100+ shows (but are they big names?), and Johnny Mac declares Kyle Kinane the low-key best comic in the game. Also: Cherry and Spoon at Minnesota Fringe, Ralph Barbosa’s latest special, and a tease of DCN8.

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Conan O'Brien  Says Late Night Is Dying PLUS a shocking suggestion for Best Comedian Right Now

Dusty Slay says tipping has gotten out of control, John Cleese and Eric Idle feud (again), and Jeff Ross brings his one-man show Take a Banana for the Road to Broadway. Plus, Brad Williams jokes about finally being an “overnight sensation,” Pete Davidson reflects on being sexualized by the media, and Rob Beckett gets frog-marched out of Mick Jagger’s 82nd birthday party. Also: Paul Rodriguez arrested in Burbank, TJ Miller’s new special, and more tales of Fringe Festival misery.

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Dusty Slay on Tipping Madness, Pete Davidson Opens Up & Jeff Ross Hits Broadway

Maz Jobrani warns about America’s slide toward a “Christian Republic,”

Bob Odenkirk sees opportunity in comedy’s changing landscape, and John Oliver vents about immigration hypocrisy. Plus, U.S. comics share political satire worries, Josh Johnson talks online fame, Kathy Griffin admits to a third facelift, and Johnny Mac pushes back on the “Howard Stern was a great interviewer” narrative.

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Are Comedians Overreacting to Trump?

Marc Maron says Rogan, Schultz, and Theo Vaughn were “used by the right” in pushing an anti-woke agenda. Nikki Glaser opens up about her eating disorder and credits Tom Brady with changing her mindset. Leanne Morgan talks authenticity, Sebastian Maniscalco recalls Pete Correale’s “gator” nickname, and Vulture lists 2025’s best comedy specials so far. Plus, Eric Idle shares Monty Python memories and his distrust of AI.
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Marc Maron Slams Joe Rogan, Andrew Schulz and Theo Von

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