Johnny Mac returns to provide the latest in comedy news, starting with speculation about Jimmy Fallon's alleged hangover during the Thanksgiving Day Parade.  We think he just sounded upbeat.A critical review of Ricky Gervais' new show by Chortle follows, assessing its controversial humor. Discussion shifts to Joe Rogan's podcast featuring big-name guests and a tentative invite to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Social media critiques target Jim Gaffigan's promotional posts, while updates are given on the series 'Tires,' upcoming specials from comedians like Fortune Feimster, and more. Craig Ferguson also comments on his lasting popularity through YouTube. Johnny Mac also talks about using AI to create the Johnny MacBot for hosting when he's unwell. 00:20 Gossip Corner: Jimmy Fallon's Thanksgiving01:33 Ricky Gervais' Controversial New Show03:47 Jim Gaffigan's lame soulless Social Media Strategy04:23 Joe Rogan's Podcast and Zelensky Invitation07:01 Shane Gillis and the Return of 'Tires'07:42 Johnny MacBot and AI Hosting08:58 Fortune Feimster's New Netflix Special10:44 Craig Ferguson's Podcast with Richard KindUnlock 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/dailycomedynewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--4522158/support.Daily Comedy News is the number one comedy news podcast, delivering daily coverage of standup comedy, late night television, comedy specials, tours, and the business of comedy.COMEDY SURVIVOR in the facebook group.Contact John at John@thesharkdeck dot com 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.This is the animal sanctuary mentioned in the February 10 episode.