Watching Now goes full-on nerd for streaming TV. With recaps, breakdowns, easter eggs, and sometimes spoilers (with warnings). Our rotating lineup of lore-geeks, experts, and superfans discuss your favorite shows you are binging right now.
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RETRO REPLAY is a comedy gaming and talk show featuring modern-day industry icon Nolan North. Join us Tuesdays and Wednesdays for new episodes of Retro Replay and Advice From Uncle Noly as Nolan and special guests play games, tell stories, and more often than not have a good laugh.
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Screen Smash is a premier video game and game culture talk show for Couch Soup. Where you will find an unfiltered gaming-culture talk show promoting gaming diversity and positivity. We strive to interview creators, influencers, and actors/actresses in and around games media, and pop culture along with having topical pop culture-filled and focused discussions with podcast team members. You can catch the show live on Couch Soup Twitch every Monday night at 8 pm CST, then made available on all ...
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Twice a week, Award winning Las Vegas comedians Matt Donnelly, Paul Mattingly and Jacob The Audio Guy give their behind the scenes takes on Las Vegas news and rumors. Plus, they end each episode with Jock vs. Nerd Triva battles. Matt Donnelly, co host on Penn Jillette's "Penn's Sunday School" podcast, and Paul Mattingly, co-host of the "Geek Shock" and "The Ugly Couch Show" podcasts combine to form a Voltron of hilarity. So in a drastic stretch of the imagination- this podcast is a Las Vegas ...
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Episode 1248: Show Your Hole on the Table (Live at Scoopfest 2025)!
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1:17:10SUMMARY: We're live at ScoopFest with Brian Brushwood, Justin Robert Young, and all the wonderful Scoops in the audience. Is Brushwood keeping up with Asshole Blackjack? What's up with hygiene at Magic: The Gathering events? YouTube is a hellscape in the comments. Plus we catch up with Brent Mukai, "Captain Morgan," and we're "going to get ice crea…
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SUMMARY: Is ICS the No. 1 Vegas Parking & Rapture podcast? Mitzy is here with Matt and Jacob in Paul's bedroom. Paul has a theory about Terry Fator's show ending so abruptly, Jacob is seeing red, and Matt has exciting news about an upcoming comedy night at Tierney's. Plus, Mitzy brings us a special version of Price Is Skrite.…
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Watching Now: Alien Earth is a Watching Now podcast from Couch Soup. Join us for reactions, reviews, and excitement about all things Xenomorph. We love this universe, so join us for some laughs and ultra-nerdy discussion! 🕹️Thank you for watching and listening. And thank you for all your continued support!! 🕹️ Like, comment, and subscribe. If you w…
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Episode 1246: Paul Loses His Disney Princess Status
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1:28:36SUMMARY: Matt notes how Scoopfest tends to be held around fiery times, which leads us to discuss some unfortunately topical subjects that matter to us. Paul goes on the hunt for a COVID shot while Matt hunts for an airplane seat upgrade to Canada. Also, an 80s movie-themed Scoopardy.
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SUMMARY: Matt's out of touch when it comes to slang and takes the kids out for glamping. "Pull my finger" is discussed along with a bit of Vegas Parking & Weather. What if Paul was really good at outdoor survival? Plus some bad luck AirB&B stories, and Newman schools us on painted horses. Also, Scoop Mail and Jock vs. Nerd.…
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Watching Now: Alien Earth is a Watching Now podcast from Couch Soup. Join us for reactions, reviews, and excitement about all things Xenomorph. We love this universe, so join us for some laughs and ultra-nerdy discussion! 🕹️Thank you for watching and listening. And thank you for all your continued support!! 🕹️ Like, comment, and subscribe. If you w…
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SUMMARY: Paul watches the Canadian, not funny version of "Northern Exposure" and laments about how many U.S. shows wouldn't exist if things worked here. Young Matt tries to impress the cool kids in the back of the bus; old Matt scoots through the streets of San Antonio. Plus, Jacob's been listening to Prince's "Purple Rain" album, and we've got a S…
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Strange New Worlds Ep 310- New Life and New Civilizations
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55:22Watching Now: Strange New Worlds is a Watching Now podcast from Couch Soup. Join us for reactions, reviews, and excitement about all things Trek. There’s plenty of Star Wars here, let’s pick up the Trek and go boldly on together! Join us for some laughs and ultra-nerdy discussion! 🕹️Thank you for watching and listening. And thank you for all your c…
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Watching Now: Wednesday is a Watching Now podcast from Couch Soup. Join us for reactions, reviews, and excitement about all things nerd. Join us for some laughs and ultra-nerdy discussion! 🕹️Thank you for watching and listening. And thank you for all your continued support!! 🕹️ Like, comment, and subscribe. If you want more, consider joining as a m…
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Episode 1243: A History of Very Terrible Pizza
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1:40:57SUMMARY: It's miler season for Matt! Paul extolls the virtues of a deluxe comfy chair. Matt credits a higher power for a recent show. Jacob barely survives a visit to the bathroom at the Westgate, and Paul recalls the talking urinals next to "The Experience." Plus the debate continues on microwave cooking in Scoop Mail, and a Price Is Skrite.…
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SUMMARY: Aaron Rodgers can suck Paul's balls. Jacob pushes a button, and nothing happens. Matt goes looking for an Americano and things get messy, has an awkward gig in California, and goes out for great Texas barbeque with Tim Jenison. Plus Paul gets some Aussie-made art, and we play a Brain Quest-inspired Scoopardy.…
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Watching Now: Alien Earth is a Watching Now podcast from Couch Soup. Join us for reactions, reviews, and excitement about all things Xenomorph. We love this universe, so join us for some laughs and ultra-nerdy discussion! 🕹️Thank you for watching and listening. And thank you for all your continued support!! 🕹️ Like, comment, and subscribe. If you w…
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Watching Now: Strange New Worlds is a Watching Now podcast from Couch Soup. Join us for reactions, reviews, and excitement about all things Trek. There’s plenty of Star Wars here, let’s pick up the Trek and go boldly on together! Join us for some laughs and ultra-nerdy discussion! 🕹️Thank you for watching and listening. And thank you for all your c…
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SUMMARY: When will Las Vegas get a Buc-ee's? Paul tries to give a pill to Billy Bones with a value-priced wiener. Jacob goes to see "Wizard of Oz," and we're pleased so many of our friends are getting acting work at The Sphere. Also, bass carts, self-pleasuring to KoЯn, and questionable auto accessories. Plus a Jock vs. Nerd quiz on real-or-fake fo…
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Watching Now: Alien Earth is a Watching Now podcast from Couch Soup. Join us for reactions, reviews, and excitement about all things Xenomorph. We love this universe, so join us for some laughs and ultra-nerdy discussion! 🕹️Thank you for watching and listening. And thank you for all your continued support!! 🕹️ Like, comment, and subscribe. If you w…
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Episode 1240: “Don't Touch It!” and Other Health Tips
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1:10:01Is ICS the No. 1 sunscreen podcast? Matt has a problem with his eye, and Jacob has an opportunity to "graduate to ski boots." We talk about questionable stretch goals, plus Taylor Swift engagement haters and rumors of future performances. Also, Scoop Mail dissuades us from helping bakers, and a spoofy Scoopardy.…
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Watching Now: Strange New Worlds is a Watching Now podcast from Couch Soup. Join us for reactions, reviews, and excitement about all things Trek. There’s plenty of Star Wars here, let’s pick up the Trek and go boldly on together! Join us for some laughs and ultra-nerdy discussion! 🕹️Thank you for watching and listening. And thank you for all your c…
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Episode 1239: Straws on the Back of a Clown and Two Characters
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1:27:58Matt listens to the latest episode (spoilers) of "Undelivered Promises with Two Characters and A Clown," which begs the question: how would Jacob, Matt, and Paul do a podcast if they saw each other all the time? Jobeth Bowers (aka Judge Mentalist) is crowdfunding to take his act to Spain and needs your support for the pre-launch. Plus Scoop Mail an…
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Episode 1238: Paul Sticks With the Soup
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1:23:34SUMMARY: Matt messes up an improv bit but makes up for it with a tried-and-true tactic. We talk about Ernest movies, navigating Pittsburgh mall potholes, the Fremont Street "Kick Me In The Nuts" guy, DNA memory, and how Jacob's "LV" hat can be misread. Plus Scoop Mail and a Price is Skrite.
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Watching Now: Alien Earth is a Watching Now podcast from Couch Soup. Join us for reactions, reviews, and excitement about all things Xenomorph. We love this universe, so join us for some laughs and ultra-nerdy discussion! 🕹️Thank you for watching and listening. And thank you for all your continued support!! 🕹️ Like, comment, and subscribe. If you w…
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Strange New Worlds Episode 7: What is Starfleet?
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57:38Watching Now: Strange New Worlds is a Watching Now podcast from Couch Soup. Join us for reactions, reviews, and excitement about all things Trek. There’s plenty of Star Wars here, let’s pick up the Trek and go boldly on together! Join us for some laughs and ultra-nerdy discussion! 🕹️Thank you for watching and listening. And thank you for all your c…
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Episode 1237: Come to Jesus With Your Pancreas
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1:22:16SUMMARY: Matt and the kids go see "Fantastic Four" (spoilers) and "Naked Gun." Which movie was their favorite? Paul drops spoilers for "Thunderbolts" and discovers "dirty sodas." Matt talks about a bank fraud spoof, and Jacob brings up driverless electric taxis on the streets of Vegas. Plus, Physical Scoop Mail and a Scoopardy.…
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Episode 1236: The Devil Will Dance on Your Navel
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1:29:29SUMMARY: Is engaging in little treats a sign of bad economic times on the horizon? Matt goes to see the very entertaining Lucy Darling. From Zoom chat, Jason Victor's family has a blood vendetta against Olive Garden. Paul and Jacob swap stories about off-putting floors. Plus talk about Tyler West, Vegas parking, "Wizard of Oz," and a game of Obelis…
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Watching Now: Alien Earth is a Watching Now podcast from Couch Soup. Join us for reactions, reviews, and excitement about all things Xenomorph. We love this universe, so join us for some laughs and ultra-nerdy discussion! 🕹️Thank you for watching and listening. And thank you for all your continued support!! 🕹️ Like, comment, and subscribe. If you w…
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Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Episode 6- The Sehlat that ate its Tail
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52:20Watching Now: Strange New Worlds is a Watching Now podcast from Couch Soup. Join us for reactions, reviews, and excitement about all things Trek. There’s plenty of Star Wars here, let’s pick up the Trek and go boldly on together! Join us for some laughs and ultra-nerdy discussion! 🕹️Thank you for watching and listening. And thank you for all your c…
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Episode 1235: Borg Heads and Energy Whips with Hazel Honeysuckle
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1:23:19SUMMARY: Hazel Honeysuckle returns with a Kickstarter for a new "Boldly Stripped" book. We ask Hazel what's the scuttlebutt on bringing back The Experience, how Ferengi burlesque would work, and who's the better Star Trek character: Phlox or Neelix? Plus, Paul sees UFOs from his backyard, Scoop Mail, and an equine-themed Scoopardy. Neigh!…
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Episode 1234: See You At The Throne
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1:39:31SUMMARY: Matt recalls schooling the kids during the pandemic, is a little tired of listening to Disney music, and nearly gets set up for a religious spiel in a casino bathroom. Paul talks about an ICE raid on a local restaurant, and Jacob schools us about Ellis Island. Zoom Scoop Mail gets a little "blue," and we learn about a "trek experience" tha…
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Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Episode 5- Through The Lens of Time
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51:58Watching Now: Strange New Worlds is a Watching Now podcast from Couch Soup. Join us for reactions, reviews, and excitement about all things Trek. There’s plenty of Star Wars here, let’s pick up the Trek and go boldly on together! Join us for some laughs and ultra-nerdy discussion! 🕹️Thank you for watching and listening. And thank you for all your c…
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SUMMARY: We start the show talking about acts that duplicate themselves and how much Monday Night RAW has changed. Matt hosts an avant-garde magic show at Magic Live; was it a success? Plus Scoop Mail, Scoopardy, and Brian Brushwood pops up!
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Episode 1232: A Bridge Over Troubled Flowers
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1:34:39SUMMARY: Matt's in Arizona with the kids, where the latter get put to work. Jacob spots an eclectically dressed guy on The Strip. Paul and Anne go to a flower festival, which inspires a discussion about backyard improvements; fires may result. Plus a Scoopardy, and Jacob guested recently on the Creators Cafe podcast. Listen to the latest episode of…
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Star Trek: Strange New Worlds- Episode 4- Space Adventure Where?
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43:18Watching Now: Strange New Worlds is a Watching Now podcast from Couch Soup. Join us for reactions, reviews, and excitement about all things Trek. There’s plenty of Star Wars here, let’s pick up the Trek and go boldly on together! Join us for some laughs and ultra-nerdy discussion! 🕹️Thank you for watching and listening. And thank you for all your c…
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Episode 1231: No Code Words for Cocaine
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1:47:47SUMMARY: Paul has beef about "Jim Dandy" and skill games, Matt finds himself without a license at the rental car agency, and Jacob's trip to Portugal has an unexpected bookend of inconveniences along with the Uber ride to the hotel.
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SUMMARY: It's another bank show, recorded July 18. Matt talking about Sarah Hester Ross' hilarious 'red flags' bit sparks a lively conversation with Scoops on the Zoom chat. Does red lipstick make you look clownish? On a first date, should you plan on how many kids to have? And how should you eat fried chicken? Plus Scoop Mail and a Scoopardy.…
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Star Trek: Strange New Worlds- season 3 Ep 3- What the hell happened?!
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49:11Watching Now: Strange New Worlds is a Watching Now podcast from Couch Soup. Join us for reactions, reviews, and excitement about all things Trek. There’s plenty of Star Wars here, let’s pick up the Trek and go boldly on together! Join us for some laughs and ultra-nerdy discussion! 🕹️Thank you for watching and listening. And thank you for all your c…
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Episode 1229: A Fast Train to Laughlin
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1:20:06SUMMARY: It's a bank show, recorded July 6. Paul exposes Matt's son to "circles in circles," we bask in the afterglow of our amazing Bucket Show with Brad and Jonathan, and we celebrate those who won a Best of Vegas award. Also, SJ pops by, and Paul advocates for high-speed rail to Laughlin.
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Star Trek: Strange New Worlds - Season 3 | Eps 1 & 2
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1:01:36Star Trek: Strange New Worlds season 3 is here, and you know we are on it! Join Michelle, Tim, and our very own Drew for a weekly breakdown of each episode. The campiness, the seriousness; everything is a buzzword in this episode. We discuss the morality of Star Trek, the social issues, and the pecks of…Ethan Peck?! What does having Trelayne in epi…
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Episode 1228: Understudy for the Crucifixion with Mike Reiss
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1:28:49SUMMARY: Comedy legend and cruise ship lecturer Mike Reiss joins us! Of course, Paul brings the questions on Simpsons lore. Mike also talks about The Critic, getting stiffed by Meat Loaf, working for Gary Shandling and Johnny Carson, and what exotic trips he's been taking. Plus a Scoopardy. For more of Mike Reiss' funny travel stories, visit his we…
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SUMMARY: Matt gets his first private booking—to a bachelorette party. On Fremont Street, Jacob watches a sexy cop whip a young boy. Things get spooky when possessed dolls creep into the chat. Plus, Jacob eats walnuts, dishwasher etiquette, Scoop Mail, and a Scoopardy.
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Episode 1226: Toe Socks, Epaulettes, and A Regular Shoe
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1:39:02SUMMARY: Paul's daily pedometer is over 20K, while Matt almost dies on a hike. Jacob needs more fake grass, as Anne is looking to level up their landscaping game. Wayne Gio sparks a discussion about webbed toes, and Jacob gets a surprise while taking a shower. Plus Scoop Mail and a Scoopardy.
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SUMMARY: Paul returns to the land of 'no good food,' Jacob gets to experience futuristic neo-jazz, and Matt has opinions about the Springsteen movie preview. Plus, Paul has a bad day at work, Jacob talks about Portugal with Bassi the Portuguese Scoop, and a new Jock vs. Nerd trivia game from Steve B.…
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Episode 1224: Annette Full-of-Jello
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1:24:58We're recording in Jacob's living room with The Brothers Mattingly, Paul and John! We delve into the mysteries of Paul's toiletry bag, and Matt stews over a stolen bit, allegedly. Everyone is looking forward to the Bucket Show (held over the weekend), and Jacob takes a trip to a darkened Primm.
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Watching Now: Ironheart is a Watching Now podcast from Couch Soup. Join us for reactions, reviews, and excitement about all things MCU. We’re all MCU Maniacs, so join us for some laughs and ultra-nerdy discussion! 🕹️Thank you for watching and listening. And thank you for all your continued support!! 🕹️ Like, comment, and subscribe. If you want more…
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SUMMARY: We've loaded out The Churn! The law goes after Matt for an insurance gap and speed traps Jacob, Matt finds a high-end pickleball venue, and Paul goes to the bathroom more than he cares to. We talk about fishy calendars, recording phones, plus some stories of unexpected relations during Scoop Mail, and a game of Obelisk.…
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Episode 1222: Wallace the Apolitical Unicorn with Brad Sherwood
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1:34:55SUMMARY: For our last show in The Churn, we've brought back TV's Brad Sherwood. Paul's squirrel declined to return. We talk about Canadians who rate a postage stamp, mopping up stadium jail urine, getting a backstage pass to Weird Al, and Selena Gomez Oreos. Plus, Brad pitches Twenty Questions, and a Scoopardy.…
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Watching Now: Ironheart Episodes 1,2 & 3 is a Watching Now podcast from Couch Soup. Join us for reactions, reviews, and excitement about all things MCU. We’re all MCU Maniacs, so join us for some laughs and ultra-nerdy discussion! 🕹️Thank you for watching and listening. And thank you for all your continued support!! 🕹️ Like, comment, and subscribe.…
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Episode 1221: Go Back to the Pyramid
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1:43:59SUMMARY: It's our last recording day in The Churn! We wax poetic about previous Churn locations, talk about how Vegas deals with hot summer months, and discuss ideas for future tourism. Also, Paul's improv class, fun times at the Fallout Fringe Festival, and promoting The Mind Noodler. Plus a new format for Jock vs. Nerd.…
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Episode 1220: A Wet Cat in Tuscany with Joe Stapleton
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1:28:11SUMMARY: Joe Stapleton comes back to update us on his stand-up tour documentary, the camera guy who thought he could do comedy, an "Air Show" of a breakup, and the state of poker in 2025. Also, Anne gets lauded by the Audubon Society, and Matt's name has no leverage at the Magic Castle. Plus a Scoopardy and exciting news about a Scoops documentary …
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Episode 1219: A Global Entry Potato
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1:40:12SUMMARY: We start the show with TSA lines, pre-checks, and driving three hours for a Global Entry interview. Everything in New York City is chaotic and expensive, at least for Matt. Paul advocates leaving elders on ice floes and coins a slappin' tune! Plus a cultured Jacob sees Weird Al and Puddles. Also, Scoop Mail and a Scoopardy.…
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Episode 1218: Matt Donnelly's Got A Big Wagon
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1:30:43SUMMARY: Guests "Chase The Dragon Scoop" Lauren, Moxie, and Brogan enliven The Churn! Subjects broached include Dublin D.P.s, microscopic shrimp, Sideshow Gelato, Matt at Metro Pizza, "titty meat," and protein foam. Plus, Lauren shares some "air show" tales from H.R.
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