In this episode of Daily Comedy News, Johnny Mac covers Hasan Minhaj's loss of the Daily Show hosting gig after a controversial New Yorker profile, Nikki Glaser's memorable performance at the Brady Roast, and the rise of comedian Matt Friend during the pandemic. The show also features Jay Pharoah's reflections on his first crowd laugh and impressions, Ellen DeGeneres's latest comedy special, and Yakov Smirnoff's new podcast. Additionally, there's news about Ben Stiller's upcoming pickleball movie, 'The Dink,' and insights from Matt Berry on his character Laszlo from 'What We Do in the Shadows.'

00:00 Podcasting Tip
00:18 Hasan Minhaj's Daily Show Controversy
02:17 Nikki Glaser's Memorable Performance
02:49 Matt Friend's Comedy Journey
05:05 Jay Pharoah's Impressions and Career
07:17 Ellen DeGeneres's Stand-Up Special
09:09 Yakov Smirnoff's New Podcast
09:49 Ben Stiller's Pickleball Movie
10:19 Matt Barry on Playing Laszlo


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