Johnny Mac discusses the controversy surrounding Olivia Munn's comments about children's program Miss Rachel, which led to violent threats against her family. John Mulaney and Miss Rachel respond to the situation. The pod also touches on late-night Emmy nominations and the low number of submissions, noting appearances by David Letterman on CBS Sunday Morning and Conan O'Brien's surprise bus ride in Cambridge. Additionally, it highlights the release of comedian Ska Koska's second standup special 'Father' on Hulu, and celebrates Colin Jost's honorary doctorate from the College of Staten Island. Finally, it previews the Great American Comedy Festival in Nebraska and thoughts from comedian Mike Epps about his love for the Indiana Pacers.
00:20 Olivia Munn Controversy, John Mulaney responds
02:43 Late Night Comedy Highlights
03:25 IndyCar and Emmy Nominations
05:59 Ska Koska's New Standup Special
08:04 Colin Jost's Honorary Degree
09:07 Conan O'Brien's Bus Ride
10:07 Mike Epps on the Pacers
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