Johnny Mac dives into George Lopez's upcoming retirement after his next comedy special, with reflections on other retired comedians. Jerry Seinfeld's controversial comments on political correctness and his backtrack on Tom Papa's podcast are discussed. The show also covers Jim Gaffigan's jabs at Kamala Harris and Melania Trump at the Al Smith dinner, and clarifies Trump's non-involvement in joke writing for his events. Continuing with comedy news, Andrew Schultz's censorship claims against the Brooklyn Academy of Music, Jimmy Kimmel and Donald Trump's ongoing feud, and Tony Hinchcliffe's ESPN College Game Day comments are highlighted. Additionally, new comedy specials from Hassan Minhaj and Des Bishop, a gambling scandal with Lee Jin-ho, and Billy Crystal's induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame for Clippers support are featured.
00:25 George Lopez Announces Retirement
01:53 Jerry Seinfeld's Controversial Comments
05:10 Jim Gaffigan at the Al Smith Dinner
06:23 Twitter Reacts to Political Jokes
06:30 Melania Trump's Reaction to Jim's Joke
07:03 Trump's Comedy Writing Team
07:35 Andrew Schultz's Show Cancellation Controversy
08:22 Jimmy Kimmel vs. Donald Trump
09:32 Seth Meyers' Bet with a Jets Fan
10:03 Tony Hinchcliffe's Controversial Comments
10:32 New Comedy Specials from Hassan Minhaj and Des Bishop
11:55 Lee Jin Ho's Gambling Scandal
13:12 Billy Crystal Honored by Basketball Hall of Fame
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