New specials this weekend from Jerrod Carmichael and Mike Birbiglia

Johnny Mac highlights two major comedy specials for the holiday weekend: Jerrod Carmichael's 'Don't Be Gay' on HBO Max and Mike Lia's Netflix special. Mack discusses Carmichael's lack of PR push and details from his special focused on personal and social issues. Further topics include Steph Tolev and Fakokovva’s upcoming specials, Apple TV's new Peanuts musical, the Scrubs reboot with Zach Braff, Pete Davidson’s return to stand-up, and Bowen Yang’s emotional moments on SNL. Additionally, there’s a fun segment on John Oliver’s playful challenge to minor league baseball teams.
 
00:27 Mike Birbigia's Comedy Insights
01:09 Jerrod Carmichael's New Special
02:43 Upcoming Comedy Specials
03:23 Peanuts Musical and Scrubs Reboot
04:53 Pete Davidson's Standup Return
05:16 Bowen Yang's SNL Future
06:05 John Oliver and Minor League Baseball

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