Comedy Central
Mentioned in 67 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
# Comedy Central A major cable network historically known for producing stand-up comedy specials and hosting programs like *The Daily Show* and *Comic View*, which launched or significantly shaped the careers of numerous comedians. The network features prominently in podcast discussions as both a formative influence on comedians' early careers and as a source of ongoing disputes, including ASCAP royalty lawsuits, IP ownership conflicts over podcast content, and creative restrictions that affected comedians' work. Podcasters reference the network's decline in relevance as entertainment platforms proliferated, contrasting its once-dominant role in comedy with comedians' current preference for independent production.
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Today, Explained · May 21, 2026
Late night’s long goodbye
“Network where Stephen Colbert hosted The Colbert Report before moving to CBS late-night”
Pop Culture Happy Hour · May 21, 2026
Stephen Colbert and late night
“Network where Stephen Colbert created and hosted The Colbert Report, a satirical spin-off of The Daily Show”
Stavvy's World · May 18, 2026
#181 - Jaboukie Young-White
“Jaboukie mentioned watching Comedy Central Presents as formative influence on comedy obsession from age 8”
The Tucker Carlson Show · May 15, 2026
The Most Canceled Man in Comedy: Exposing Hollywood, Defending Racist Jokes & Overcoming Dark Forces
“Early in his career, Benjamin performed comedy specials on Comedy Central before his later deplatforming”
Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald · May 12, 2026
Wendy McLendon-Covey on Roasts, Housewives and Bridesmaids
“Historical reference point for roast comedy specials before Netflix became primary distributor”
No Jumper · May 8, 2026
The No Jumper Show Ep # 432 w/ Nick Cannon
“Referenced as platform where Dave Chappelle was only Black comedian; contrasted with MTV's diversity approach”
Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald · May 7, 2026
Heather Shaw From Jim Carrey Doppelgänger to Comedy Queen
“Cable network mentioned as formative influence for guest's comedy career development”
Your Mom's House with Christina P. and Tom Segura · May 6, 2026
Is Ray J Gay? w/ Ari Shaffir | Your Mom's House Ep. 858
“Aired previous storytelling show format that generated millions of YouTube views for clips”
IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson · May 6, 2026
Hoard Memories with Loved Ones with Dave Chappelle
“Network that aired The Chappelle Show; discussed as more permissive than HBO regarding creative boundaries”
Just Shoot It: A Podcast about Filmmaking, Screenwriting and Directing · Apr 23, 2026
Where Do I Fit In w/Matt & Oren - Just Shoot It 524
“Matt's first major job in the film industry was working at this network”
Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade · Apr 23, 2026
Mark Normand Might Just Be Norm Macdonald Light
“Rejected Mark Normand's special 'Out to Lunch' before it became successful on YouTube”
Bobby Bones Presents: The BobbyCast · Apr 23, 2026
#599 - Joel McHale on the Community Movie, His Funniest Celebrity Friend and Bobby & Eddie Rank TV Stars
“Network that syndicated Almost Live, the sketch comedy show where McHale got his first TV break in the 1990s”
The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert · Apr 20, 2026
Comedian Josh Johnson (Extended)
“The Daily Show, where Josh Johnson serves as co-host, airs weeknights on Comedy Central”
Best of The Roula Show with Eric · Apr 15, 2026
6a Tax Day, Scoop Dave Chappelle Show Coming Back, Fleetweek 04-15-26
“Network that signed Dave Chappelle to $50M deal in 2005; released unapproved season 3 after his departure”
IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson · Apr 15, 2026
Have a Good Laugh with Jimmy Kimmel
“Network where Kimmel hosted 'The Man Show' before transitioning to late-night television”
Adam Carolla Show · Apr 11, 2026
Naomi Grossman + Teresa and Bryan (Carolla Classics)
“Network that produces roasts; edited Paul Walker references from Justin Bieber roast”
Obsessed: The Podcast · Apr 11, 2026
‘Colbert Report’ Co-Creator Misses the Old Stephen
“Original network for The Daily Show and The Colbert Report; provided platform for Carlin's early career success”
Best of The Roula Show with Eric · Apr 8, 2026
6a Show Open Podcast, Scoop Theo Von Ella Langley and Roundtable Amy Poehler 04-08-26
“Network where Theo Von appeared as a standing-up comic early in his career”
SmartLess · Apr 6, 2026
"Stephen Colbert"
“Jim Sharp, head of development for Comedy Central, helped facilitate Colbert's audition for Magic Hour”
Comedy Saved Me · Apr 6, 2026
From Dentistry to Comedy: Discovering the Healing Power of Humor with Jeffrey Gurian on Comedy Saved Me-Encore Episode
“Aired the Too Much Tuna prank sketch featuring Gurian with Nick Kroll and John Mulaney”
Fresh Air · Apr 3, 2026
Julio Torres spins immigrant stress into satire
“Torres released comedy specials on Comedy Central, including his 2017 special My Favorite Shapes”
Miller and Moulton · Apr 1, 2026
April 1, 2026 Hour 4
“Launched on cable on April 1, 1990, mentioned in historical events segment”
Breaking Bread with Tom Papa · Mar 31, 2026
Episode 312 - Nick Swardson
“Discussed as pivotal platform that changed comedy landscape in late 1990s, creating wave of opportunities for emerging comedians”
Call Her Daddy · Mar 27, 2026
Adam Devine: BDE & Pitch Perfect (FBF)
“Aired Workaholics and was noted as more permissive with edgy content in early 2010s compared to today”
The Daily · Mar 18, 2026
Inside the Government’s Crackdown on TV
“Cable network that aired Jon Stewart's Daily Show, influencing broadcast late-night political content”
Adam Carolla Show · Mar 15, 2026
Dana Carvey + Jay Mohr (Carolla Classics)
“Jay Mohr and David Wilde discuss live taping of 'Comedy Jam' show on Comedy Central”
Adam Carolla Show · Mar 13, 2026
Norm Macdonald + Adam Ray (Carolla Classics)
“Network that produced The Man Show and had ongoing battles with creators over content”
Just Shoot It: A Podcast about Filmmaking, Screenwriting and Directing · Mar 5, 2026
How to be a Person w/Matt & Oren - Just Shoot It 517
“Oren's former workplace used as example of age-based career limitations in entertainment”
Mike Birbiglia's Working It Out · Mar 2, 2026
204. Ali Siddiq: Telling His Own Story
“Ali Siddiq filmed comedy specials for the network but later chose independent production after copyright disputes”
Comedy Saved Me · Mar 2, 2026
Lynn Hoffman and Lewis Black Discuss How Comedy Saved Their Lives Through Laughter and Resilience in Tough Times
“Lewis Black was the longest-running correspondent on The Daily Show, where his 'Back in Black' segments became iconic”
Pablo Torre Finds Out · Feb 28, 2026
Roy Wood Jr. Will Not Let This Interview Go Viral
“Owns IP to Roy's former podcast 'Roy's Job Fair'; discussed as barrier to podcast revival”
Adam Carolla Show · Feb 22, 2026
Ron Funches + Gary Sinise (Carolla Classics)
“Aired Ron Funches' special 'Giggle Fit' filmed at Neptune Theater in Seattle”
IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson · Feb 18, 2026
No One Tells You to Be a Comedian with Josh Johnson
“Network where Josh watched comedy specials as a child, influencing his career path”
Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald · Feb 10, 2026
Bad Bunny, Super Bowl, Conspiracy Theories with Ian Edwards
“Network that previously aired Ian Edwards' comedy special”
The Daily Show: Ears Edition · Feb 9, 2026
The Precap | Jordan Klepper on Good Dogs, A Movie Premiere, and Trump's Monument Obsession
“Network broadcasting The Daily Show and this podcast; primary employer of hosts and production team”
We Might Be Drunk · Feb 9, 2026
Ep 270: Kathleen Madigan
“Produced numerous half-hour specials (25+ per year at peak) that became devalued as platform proliferated”
Whiskey Ginger with Andrew Santino · Feb 6, 2026
Frank Caliendo Becomes Everyone! | Whiskey Ginger
“Network where Caliendo struggled to get opportunities early in his career before other platforms”
Handsome · Feb 6, 2026
Pretty Little Episode #77
“Mentioned as producer of past documentary content featuring host's mother and her friend group that hosts want to recover.”
The Moth · Feb 6, 2026
Love Hurts: The Moth Podcast
“Rita Brent has appeared on Comedy Central as an award-winning comedian”
The Daily Show: Ears Edition · Feb 5, 2026
Trump Attacks CNN's Kaitlan Collins Over Epstein Q & Renovates D.C. in His Image | Ms. Pat
“Network broadcasting The Daily Show: Ears Edition, the satirical news program analyzing Trump's policies and political figures”
TigerBelly · Feb 4, 2026
Trevor Wallace & The Dr. Dre Conversion
“Historical platform where Korean comedian Joel Kim Booster and others released early comedy specials”
The Ultimate Human with Gary Brecka · Feb 3, 2026
241. Josh Bruni: EMF Mitigation, NFL Stadium Controversies & the Impact on Reproductive Health
“Network where Mike Bender worked as screenwriter before developing EMF-sensitive home environment solutions”
The Daily Show: Ears Edition · Jan 31, 2026
This Week's News | Jon on Alex Pretti Shooting & Desi on "Melania" Doc and Ilhan Omar Attack
“Network broadcasting The Daily Show: Ears Edition podcast episode”
Whiskey Ginger with Andrew Santino · Jan 30, 2026
Tom Segura Joins The Show! | Whiskey Ginger
“Subject of class-action lawsuit for failing to pay comedians ASCAP royalties from radio play over 15+ years”
The Daily Show: Ears Edition · Jan 30, 2026
Melania's $40 Million Docu-Bribe Movie Premieres & Dems Make ICE Demands
“Network broadcasting The Daily Show: Ears Edition podcast and related content”
The Daily Show: Ears Edition · Jan 28, 2026
Trump Demotes Greg Bovino as GOP Turns Against Minnesota Crackdown | Michael Urie
“Network broadcasting The Daily Show: Ears Edition, the podcast's parent show”
The Daily Show: Ears Edition · Jan 27, 2026
Jon on Alex Pretti's Killing, DHS vs. Video Evidence & MAGA's Gun Rights Surrender | Jason Rezaian
“Network broadcasting The Daily Show episode”
Soder · Jan 27, 2026
118: Chef Microwave with Tommy Pope | Soder Podcast | EP 116
“Referenced as example of network that interfered with creative projects and rejected viable show concepts”
The Daily Show: Ears Edition · Jan 26, 2026
The Precap | Desi Lydic on Trump's Billion Dollar MLM
“Network broadcasting The Daily Show and this Precap podcast episode”
The Daily Show: Ears Edition · Jan 24, 2026
This Week's News | Josh on Trump's Peace Prize Vendetta, Greenland Gambit & First-Year Accomplishments
“Network broadcasting The Daily Show: Ears Edition podcast episode”