Johnny Mac returns from a weekend in LA with updates on major comedy events. He discusses Nikki Glaser's polarizing Saturday Night Live monologue and mixed reactions, offering his own critical take on its delivery and content. Johnny also highlights standout sketches and details from the SNL episode, including Pete Davidson's segment. He critiques the recent Grammy nominations for Best Comedy Album, expressing discontent with the Academy's choices. Jim Gaffigan's receipt of the Variety's inaugural Comedy Vanguard Award and Jimmy Kimmel's unexpected show cancellation due to personal matters are also covered, along with Molly Kimmel's conflicts with her Trump-supporting family. Additionally, Johnny mentions Oscar Isaac's reluctance to work with Disney over its perceived political stance. Lastly, he touches on a Key & Peele sketch influencing an NFL penalty decision, and wraps up with a critique of the New York Comedy Festival's lineup in comparison to Skank Fest.
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