SUMMARY: ICS is now a Twin Peaks podcast. No, not that Twin Peaks. Jacob has a texting anus and gets into a pissy situation. Paul goes to The Cheesecake Factory and ends up with a chimera of sorts. And Casino Royale, the 2006 film, doesn't hold up according to Matt. Plus a Masters of the Universe Scoopardy.
Jan 20, 2025•1 hr 32 min•Season 2Ep. 1176
Kady and Troy Heard are in The Churn to talk about the Majestic Repertory Theatre and its bit of bad luck over the holidays. The discussion also includes Mavericks at The Plaza, building a community of supporters, making the transition from dancing to burlesque, and taking Scream'd to Los Angeles. Also a Scoopardy!
Jan 16, 2025•1 hr 37 min•Season 2Ep. 1175
It's a new year, and Paul is excited for the Masters of the Universe film in production, but Jared Leto as Skeletor?! Jacob watches New Year's Rockin' Eve, finding the local Las Vegas spots hilarious. At a party, Matt and the kids make it to midnight, but now Matt's behind on chores. Enjoy a New Year's pretzel and a peanut butter…carrot?
Jan 13, 2025•1 hr 42 min•Season 2Ep. 1174
Matt watches Mr. Beast's "Games" with the kids, Paul talks about the latest in Evangelion news and interactive action figures, and both Jacob and Matt 'sploosh' over Billy Joel. Plus, a pair of boob-adjacent Scoop Mails and a Christmas-themed Scoopardy.
Jan 09, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 1173
This episode smells funny! Odorous subjects highlight the top of the show, and we learn that Jacob's dogs are eating healthier than him. We also talk about cooking, Timothée Chalamet, Dune, and how "prestige TV" is past tense. Plus, a 'funeral fumble' in Scoop Mail and a wrestling Scoopardy.
Jan 06, 2025•1 hr 33 min•Season 2Ep. 1172
The boys talk about what they got for Christmas and grade 2024 with their top fives. Paul reads from his gift AI book, Jacob's running out of space for his records, and Matt loses his mind while wrapping gifts. It's been a good year and our community has been a huge part of it. Thank you, Scoops!
Jan 02, 2025•1 hr 29 min•Season 2Ep. 1171
Paul drives through Steelers hate traffic, Matt endures a holiday gale, and Jacob almost gets punched in the nuts. We talk about misappropriating The Punisher skull and delve into Matt's holiday rituals. Plus, Jacob's not sleeping enough, and Paul creates a new cherished character and a Scoop holiday! Also a Scoopardy.
Dec 30, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Season 2Ep. 1170
Jacob goes shopping for White Elephant gifts. Paul gets the gift of an AI composed book. Matt peels back the curtain on cruise ship careers while getting some good news about his magic show. Plus, we get bags of bourbon-aged coffee and a Scoopardy.
Dec 26, 2024•1 hr 30 min•Season 2Ep. 1169
Matt can't go down the slide, regretfully enjoys a cigar, and is mistaken for a musician. Jacob eats pie, watches nude hula hooping, and sees Matt's kids fairly often. Paul slept through 9/11 and offers up a tip for fighting rashes.
Dec 23, 2024•1 hr 31 min•Season 2Ep. 1168
Piff is on Queer Eye while drones plague the Garden State! Meanwhile, Paul endures the cold at the Pittsburgh Zoo, Matt runs into Santa and Big Sexy, and Jacob may have a deformity. There's tootin' afoot but both Matt and Jacob just want food.
Dec 19, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 1167
It's a Geek Shock intervention with Professor Biggs, Fact Check Andy, and Commander K! Biggs is doing "It's a Wonderful Life" in L.A. on Dec. 19-22 at the Curtis Theatre, K deals with a table flipper, Matt gets oiled up, Paul celebrates his birthday, and Jacob buys a mattress. Plus, a Big Sexy Scoopardy! Purchase tickets for Curtis Theatre & STAGEStheatre live radio play production of "It's a Wonderful Life" at curtistheatre.com and use promo code "WSTGRADIO" for a sizeable discount. Shows a...
Dec 16, 2024•1 hr 36 min•Season 2Ep. 1166
Matt runs late, leaving Jacob and Paul to discuss Player One Podcast, a ransomware attack affecting Starbucks, and Hot Frosty. Matt hosts a Transformers One viewing for the kids, finds himself inspired, and offers a shoutout to the subreddit. Paul gives out his latest music favorites, plus an OG Jock vs. Nerd!
Dec 12, 2024•1 hr 39 min•Season 2Ep. 1165
Paul lucks out for Bob Evans but ends up getting an upgrade. "Fall" is cancelled, and Matt causes a commotion. Transformers One gets props from Paul; arcades are still a thing in Vegas; plus a pair of concert experience Scoop Mails and a Scoopardy.
Dec 09, 2024•1 hr 34 min•Season 2Ep. 1164
Paul talks about Dune, Matt talks about OG Batman, and Jacob talks about Matt's bathroom story, sorta. We give high praise to Jack Nicholson and Colin Farrell. Matt shares stories from Belize, and is still griping about disco fries. Plus a Scoopardy.
Dec 05, 2024•1 hr 41 min•Season 2Ep. 1163
SUMMARY: Kasey Wilson graces The Churn! We talk about Pub Quiz Cabaret, next playing Dec. 11 at The Cornish Pasty, and how Jacob has never gotten a pasty. Paul keeps a Vegas toiletry cache, and Matt spills the beans on magic smoke. Plus some weird stuff about Boy George and a movie quiz Scoopardy! Sponsored by Karma's Chameleons.
Dec 02, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Season 2Ep. 1162
Matt hits the town for some dining and dancing, has strong opinions about a Jersey delicacy, and gets worked by the waiter. The boys argue about how to open a case of water, how Rocky IV and the Titanic intersect with Jubilee, plus a whole lot of theatre, film, and TV talk. Also, Scoopardy. SPONSORed by Bangers and Mash Attorneys at Law.
Nov 27, 2024•1 hr 32 min•Season 2Ep. 1161
Brenna Folger returns to talk about how witches got associated with brooms, Roman public toilets, Brenna's upcoming activities, and coffee preferences. Paul theorizes how bowel movements and gravity can be "harnessed" to record time, and Matt leads the conversation on how to deal with hecklers.
Nov 25, 2024•1 hr 34 min•Season 2Ep. 1160
We remember departed friends and have some frank talk about social media. Also, Matt has an uncomfortable plane ride and dips his toes into Bluesky. Plus, Jacob is not funny, and Scoopardy.
Nov 21, 2024•1 hr 35 min•Season 2Ep. 1159
While at sea, Matt reflects on being away from family and friends. Jacob waltzes into a concert. Paul extolls the virtues of baking soda. Plus, Cybertruck apologetics and an Orleans Code-themed Scoopardy.
Nov 18, 2024•1 hr 35 min•Season 2Ep. 1158
Matt crushes Halloween, goes on a Dominican adventure, and gets the hang of performing magic on the sea. Jacob has an odd bathroom story, while Paul has questions about "horse liquid." Plus chat about recent movies and miniseries, and a Scoopardy.
Nov 14, 2024•1 hr 32 min•Season 2Ep. 1157
Andrew Heaton returns! We discuss his new book "Tribalism is Dumb," how sports is a healthy manifestation of tribalism, the demise of media as a gatekeeper, and…schismogenesis?! Also, Paul peels back a religious onion, and a Glenn Close Price is Skrite! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJKSZP6J?tag=mightyheaton-20&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1
Nov 11, 2024•1 hr 29 min•Season 2Ep. 1156
Jacob and SJ go to see Taylor Swift in New Orleans, and we learn that Swifties are the nicest people! Matt's got his seasonal illness voice going strong, and Paul remembers when songs were merely "thinly veiled" misogyny. Plus, Scoopardy.
Nov 07, 2024•1 hr 35 min•Season 2Ep. 1155
This starts off with discussions on airtags, political signage, and Mr Beast- but honestly who cares. David Silverman tells all kinds of amazing stories and fun facts about the Simpsons, including the latest shorts he directed for Disney+. Enjoy!
Nov 04, 2024•1 hr 43 min•Season 2Ep. 1154
It's our Halloween spooktacular! With ghoulish guests, scary movie talk, and topical terrors. Paul and Matt up their trick-or-treat game, while Jacob simply abides. Plus, ghostly Scoop Mail and Scoopardy!
Oct 31, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 1153
Comedian Grace Lusk drops by! We talk about the midnight extravaganza that is "Who Knows?" and gorillas roaming Fremont Street, breathing in the Tropicana implosion, and speak fondly of "Hot Trash". Plus, Scoopardy. Brought to you by Paul Mattingly Explains '80s Championship Wrestling.
Oct 28, 2024•1 hr 37 min•Season 2Ep. 1152
Woo! Paul and Anne enjoy high tea, Matt endures a rough sea, Jacob's butt…cool and free. We talk fashion, football, and Florida Parking and Weather. Plus, a math-heavy Scoopardy!
Oct 24, 2024•1 hr 37 min•Season 2Ep. 1151
Matt and the kids see the "Beetlejuice" sequel and watch SNL as a family. Jacob and Paul debate how "The Simpsons" was subversive. Does Paul care to see the new Vince McMahon documentary? Also, cruisy Scoop Mail and Scoopardy.
Oct 21, 2024•1 hr 34 min•Season 2Ep. 1150
Magician John Accardo visits The Churn. Are there regrets? We talk about Legerdemain, the cruise "ship" industry, and the smell of The Orleans. Matt has some advice about fire alarms. Plus, Scoopardy.
Oct 17, 2024•1 hr 45 min•Season 2Ep. 1149
RJ Owens flies into The Churn, excited about a renewed hobby. Mystere celebrates its 14,000th performance. Paul and RJ regale us with their melodious mouth sounds. Plus, a Halloween-themed Scoopardy!
Oct 14, 2024•1 hr 31 min•Season 2Ep. 1148
RJ Owens flies into The Churn, excited about a renewed hobby. Mystere celebrates its 14,000th performance. Paul and RJ regale us with their melodious mouth sounds. Plus, a Halloween-themed Scoopardy!
Oct 14, 2024•1 hr 30 min•Season 2Ep. 1148