Ricky Gervais' Hollywood Star and John Mulaney's Intervention

Johnny Mac discusses Ricky Gervais receiving his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and reflects on Ricky's approach to controversial comedy topics. The episode also covers Nick Kroll's experience organizing John Mulaney's intervention during the pandemic and criticism of Mulaney's show. Additionally, the tensions around bike lanes in New York City and a conversation about Bob Gale's insights into adapting 'Back to the Future' for the stage are highlighted. The episode wraps up with information on accessing commercial-free content.00:00 Ricky Gervais' Hollywood Walk of Fame Star02:54 Nick Kroll on John Mulaney's Intervention04:26 Debate on New York City Bike Lanes08:14 John Mulaney and SNL Speculations08:33 Sheng Wang on Standup Comedy09:23 Back to the Future Musical Insights10:50 Conclusion and Subscription InformationGet the show without ads. Five bucks.  For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus.    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 https://linktr.ee/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--4522158/support.Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac is a daily podcast covering comedians, stand-up comedy, late night television, and the comedy industry. New episodes every morning. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.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.