Stavros Halkias's new movie 'Let's Start a Cult' is highlighted, along with Tim Heidecker's serious new album 'Slipping Away'. The episode shares amusing stories about Robin Williams and previews upcoming comedy projects including Jordan Klepper's election special and Michelle Bateau's New Year's Eve Netflix special. New comedy albums from Lavelle Crawford and Alan Strickland Williams are also discussed. Additionally, the episode features comedian Gianmarco Ceresi, who recounts a humorous childhood story involving his stepfather's strict rules, offering insight into his comedic journey.00:00 Introduction and Daily Comedy News00:11 Stavros Halkias' New Movie00:55 Stavros Halkias on Confidence and Comedy02:25 Tim Heidecker's New Album03:17 Robin Williams Stories 04:49 Jordan Klepper's New Special05:29 Michelle Bateau's Netflix Special05:50 Lavelle Crawford's New Album06:49 Alan Strickland Williams' Comedy Album07:34 Gianmarco Soresi's Childhood Story Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!  You also get the other shows on the network ad-free!  $4.99, a no brainer. This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you’d like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats! You can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynews Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com  John’s free substack about the media:  Media ThoughtsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news-with-johnny-mac-a-daily-briefing-on-comedians-and-the-comedy-industry--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.