Johnny Mac covers a range of topics in comedy news, featuring insights from Whitney Cummings on evolving her comedic style while maturing, and Michael Ian Black's perspective on engaging in thoughtful dialogue without attempting to change minds. Also discussed are Greg Fitzsimmons' experience with Ellen, Ali Sadiq's storytelling approach, and a controversial Ricky Gervais skit in court. Jason Zinaman questions the traditional comedy club booking process, while the Bushwick Comedy Club pioneers video submissions as a solution. The episode highlights new comedy albums from Shane Brendan and Paige Weldon, and previews the Because They're Funny Comedy Festival.Note I realize I graduated in 1991 not 1987.  Denzel was there though.00:00 Introduction and Whitney Cummings' Insights00:39 Michael Ian Black on Engaging with Arguments01:34 Promoting My Substack and Michael Ian Black's Critiques02:55 Greg Fitzsimmons on Working with Ellen03:44 Ali Sadiq Reflects on Mistakes and Storytelling05:12 Ricky Gervais Skit in Court06:10 Comedy Club Booking Process Debate07:39 Upcoming Comedy Events and Album Releases SHANE BRENDEN!09:12 Conclusion and Podcasting 2.0Unlock 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 the other shows on the network ad-free!  $4.99, a no brainer. This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you’d like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats! You can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com  John’s free substack about the media: Media Thoughts by John McDermott | SubstackSubstackhttps://mcdpod.substack.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--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 Thanks to our sponsors!Underdog Fantasy Promo Code DCNFor 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.