# Bill Maher Dolly Parton Backlash, Tom Segura’s New Material, and Ali G Controversy

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Published: 2026-09-01T07:08:26+00:00
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Johnny Mac covers comedy news for Sept. 1, including backlash to Bill Maher after a Real Time monologue scolding Americans for mourning Dolly Parton too much and joking about tributes. The Minnesota Star Tribune reviews Tom Segura at Acme, noting he’s building a new set from scratch and not addressing his split with Christina P. Michael Che’s four Minneapolis shows at First Avenue reportedly banned bathroom breaks due to Netflix filming and included material on the R-word and fatherhood. Variety reports growing backlash and a campaign urging cinemas to refuse to screen Ali G: Who Iz I? over claims the character is an outdated racist caricature. Other items: Pete Davidson’s new look for crime thriller Tommy Karate, Kenan Thompson substituting for Simon Cowell on AGT, late-night ratings led by Rosie O’Donnell week on Kimmel, Blake Griffin’s new show The Stepback, a Judy Gold podcast, George Lopez’s Big Boys Comedy Fiesta, and LA Times comedians to watch. 00:19 Bill Maher Dolly Backlash 01:17 Tom Segura Starts Fresh 02:22 Michael Che Netflix Taping 03:15 SNL Cast Check In 03:43 Ali G Film Controversy 05:15 Pete Davidson Movie Look 05:57 AGT Simon Out Kenan In 06:30 Late Night Ratings Roundup 07:26 Blake Griffin Late Night Show 09:03 Comedy Podcasts And Festivals 09:38 LA Times Comics To Watch Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac--4522158/support . Today's DCN is brought to you by MyBookie use promo code DCN! Daily Comedy News is hosted by Johnny Mac and releases every weekday. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite app. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network. For transcripts and show notes visit www.dailycomedynews.com Daily Comedy News with Johnny Mac is a daily podcast covering comedians…

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