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John Mulaney Reflects on Parenting Challenges in Latest Netflix Monologue

The comedian humorously compares raising his 3-year-old son to working on Ellen DeGeneres’s show in the April 16 episode of 'Everybody’s Live With John Mulaney.'

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BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 02: John Mulaney attends the 2025 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 02, 2025 in Beverly Hills, California.  (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • John Mulaney likened parenting his 3-year-old son Malcolm to working on Ellen DeGeneres’s talk show, highlighting the unpredictability and constant adaptation required.
  • In the April 16 episode, Mulaney recounted his son’s stage fright at a school concert, offering him reassurance and a seat in his lap instead of pressuring him to perform.
  • He shared a humorous anecdote about a heated argument with Malcolm over wearing light jeans before the concert, showcasing the everyday challenges of parenting.
  • The comedian joked about his parenting style, comparing his occasional outbursts to Dennis Hopper’s character in the movie 'Speed.'
  • Mulaney’s Netflix series, blending stand-up and personal stories, airs weekly on Wednesdays at 10 p.m. ET and continues to explore family life with comedic flair.