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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 17/09/2026

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Hooray for Widow's Bay! The show earned a historic 14 wins at this year's Emmy Awards on Monday. Bullseye had a chance to chat with a few folks involved with the show earlier this year. We talked with the show's creator Katie Dippold, and Dale Dickey who stars as Rosemary in the series. Links ⬇️

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 17/09/2026

"Don't sleep on the bass player." - Meshell Ndegeocello on NPR's Bullseye. Find the full interview here: buff.ly/5Xoyn90

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 16/09/2026

Bob Mackie designed outfits for some of the greatest divas of the 20th century. And the piece that made him most proud was designed for the one and only Cher. Mackie, who died this week, joined Bullseye last year to talk about his legacy. Full interview: www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2nE...

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 17/09/2026

If I Go Will They Miss Me is a beautiful movie that's heartbreaking at times, breathtaking at others. Its pacing is slow and deliberate, giving you time to live with and consider each scene. We talked with Walter Thompson-Hernández, the creator of the film. www.youtube.com/watch?v=ocHR...

Walter Thompson-Hernández' If I Go Will They Miss Me is a film that gets LA right -Bullseye

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Walter Thompson-Hernández' If I Go Will They Miss Me is a film that gets LA right -Bullseye

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 15/09/2026

We’re joined by filmmaker and writer Walter Thompson-Hernández! He chats with us about his new film If I Go Will They Miss Me, writing for the New York Times, some of his favorite LA-based films and much more! www.youtube.com/watch?v=ocHR...

Walter Thompson-Hernández' If I Go Will They Miss Me is a film that gets LA right -Bullseye

Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 16/09/2026

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Long before she starred as Rosemary in the Emmy-winning series Widow's Bay. Dale Dickey played Shrek at various parties in the greater Los Angeles area. She talked with us about it on Bullseye. buff.ly/jZKf3av

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 15/09/2026

Katie Dippold wrote the original script for the Emmy-winning series Widow's Bay over a decade ago! Full interview: buff.ly/NDby6NK

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 15/09/2026

With If I Go Will They Miss Me, Walter Thompson-Hernández wanted to create a film that authentically captured LA. That even went down to the wardrobe, and highlighting one of the city’s iconic clothing brands: Pro Club. Full interview: buff.ly/wIXHBSK

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 15/09/2026

Katie Dippold wrote the original script for the Emmy-winning series Widow's Bay over a decade ago! Full interview: buff.ly/NDby6NK

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 15/09/2026

Walter Thompson-Hernández' If I Go Will They Miss Me is a film that gets LA right -Bullseye

Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 14/09/2026

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The team at Bullseye just got the sad news that Bob Mackie died. He was 87. Mackie was an iconic costume and fashion designer, responsible for some of the most breathtaking, glamorous outfits worn in showbiz.

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MaxFunHQ @maximumfun.org · 14/09/2026

MaxFun Meetups are now set for: CANADA (Ontario) FRANCE (Toulouse) UNITED STATES (California, Colorado, Indiana, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Washington) See details and RSVP or fill out the form to host one in your city: maximumfun.org/maxfun-meetu...

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MaxFun Meetup Day returns Sunday, October 4! | Maximum Fun

MaxFun Meetup Day returns Sunday, October 4!

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 12/09/2026

In Cookie Queens, director Alysa Nahmias follows 4 Girl Scouts during the organizations annual cookie sale. But the documentary speaks to much broader themes, as she tells NPR’s Jesse Thorn. Find the full interview here: buff.ly/33taFKO

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 11/09/2026

Spa days, breakfast cereals and cartoon character bandmates! Steve Holmes and Mike Kinsella of American Football join us for an all new Quickdraw! Watch the full thing only on the Bullseye YouTube channel: buff.ly/C2kdg9A

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 11/09/2026

Dolly Parton always knew she’d be Dolly Parton, even as a kid. From her 2012 conversation on Bullseye with Jesse Thorn. Full interview: buff.ly/OUh8Qkr

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 11/09/2026

We've got a favorite from the Bullseye archives: Elvis Costello. The legend is celebrating the 49th anniversary of his debut album My Aim is True. When he last joined us, he talked about his father's career and love of music, what inspired him to write a memoir and much more. buff.ly/Qbdypu7

Elvis Costello : Bullseye with Jesse Thorn

We've got a favorite from the Bullseye archives: Elvis Costello. The legend is celebrating the 49th anniversary of his debut album My Aim is True. Recently, a five CD box set was released to…

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Jesse Thorn @jessethorn.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

On @bullseye.maximumfun.org , I asked Dolly Parton why she never had children, and this is what she told me. youtube.com/shorts/k6Lil...

Why Dolly Parton decided to not have kids

Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 08/09/2026

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A memorable moment before Bullseye's 2012 interview with Dolly Parton. Listen to the full interview: maximumfun.org/episodes/bul...

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 08/09/2026

A memorable moment before Bullseye's 2012 interview with Dolly Parton. Listen to the full interview: maximumfun.org/episodes/bul...

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 08/09/2026

We’re taking a moment to remember Dolly Parton who died on August 25, 2026. When the country and western music icon joined us back in 2012, she talked with us about how she had dealt with fame over the years, some of the songs that could still make her cry, and much more. www.npr.org/2026/09/07/n...

Remembering Dolly Parton : Bullseye with Jesse Thorn

We’re taking a moment to remember Dolly Parton who died on August 25, 2026. The trailblazing icon of country and western music joined us on Bullseye back in 2012. She’d just released a book called Dre...

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Jesse Thorn @jessethorn.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

This is such a good interview and such an amazing movie!

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 04/09/2026

Documentary filmmaker Alysa Nahmias joins us to talk about her new film Cookie Queens, and how she landed this subject to tell a story that's about the pressures of aging out of childhood, economic class and the harsh realities of capitalism. www.youtube.com/watch?v=6i0N...

Alysa Nahmias made Cookie Queens, a documentary about Girl Scout Cookies - Bullseye with Jesse Thorn

Jesse Thorn @jessethorn.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

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Emo legends American Football are on the new @bullseye.maximumfun.org , talking about whether it is ever embarrassing to be emo.

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Jesse Thorn @jessethorn.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Thanks to everyone who checked this one out. I am lucky to have met Gene and Jordan, two absolutely brilliantly talented guys. Changed the course of my life for sure. Proud of 25 years of @bullseye.maximumfun.org

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Jesse Thorn @jessethorn.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Emo legends. MaxFun members, Bullseye guests.

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 01/09/2026

We’re talking with Mike Kinsella and Steve Holmes of American Football! The band just released their fourth full length album. Mike and Steve join us to chat about early years playing music together in high school, how they came to cut a record in college, and more! www.youtube.com/watch?v=7dnp...

American Football co-own the house on the cover of their album - Bullseye with Jesse Thorn

Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 28/08/2026

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For over two decades, The Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media has gathered data on how marginalized groups are represented in entertainment media. Back in 2016, Geena joined us to chat about her work at institute, her acting career, her archery skills and more. www.npr.org/2026/08/28/n...

Geena Davis : Bullseye with Jesse Thorn

Geena Davis is a genuine legend in show business: Beetlejuice, Thelma and Louise, A League of Their Own and many more. For over two decades, The Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media has gathered d...

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 26/08/2026

Bullseye recently participated in American Cinematheque’s Friend of the Fest 2026. A film festival curated by different podcasts. @jessethorn.bsky.social got to present one of his favorite films: A Thousand Clowns. A big thanks to @amcinematheque.bsky.social for letting us be a part of this event!

Jesse Thorn stands in front of the posters for Friend of the Fest 2026

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 25/08/2026

2023 marked 50 years of hip-hop. We talked to Rakim in a special series we were doing to celebrate the anniversary called Rap Month. He chatted with us about how he met Eric B, shared stories about his late friend and fellow emcee, Biz Markie, much more. www.npr.org/2026/08/25/n...

Rakim : Bullseye with Jesse Thorn

Rakim changed the rap game forever. He’s one half of the groundbreaking hip-hop duo, Eric B. and Rakim. And a legendary solo rapper in his own right. Rakim joined us on the show back in 2023. That yea...

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Jesse Thorn @jessethorn.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 24/08/2026

Dale Dickey chatted with us about the epic monologue she gives in Widow's Bay, some of the different roles she's starred in over the years, dressing up as Shrek to perform at children's parties and much more! www.youtube.com/watch?v=i0gt...

Dale Dickey didn't know she would get a 10 minute monologue in Widow's Bay - Bullseye w/ Jesse Thorn

Jesse Thorn @jessethorn.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

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What recommendations do you need? Easy weeknight dinners? TV shows that are good but not upsetting? ASK ME NOW. I'm recording our Bullseye spin-off show PUT ME ON with the great Tonya Mosely of Fresh Air! Reply here! (Pictured: you)

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Johnny Rose (Eugene Levy) Asks: What Do You Suggest?

ALT: Johnny Rose (Eugene Levy) Asks: What Do You Suggest?

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Jesse Thorn @jessethorn.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Oh look two bald icons

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 19/08/2026

Stavros Halkias' distinct look has possibly helped him with his burgeoning acting career… but it also, he says, can dramatically affect the first impression he gives off. youtube.com/shorts/Cbrie...

Stavros is aware of his distinct look

Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 18/08/2026

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“I’m scared that standup comedy culture has kind of disappeared”, says comedian and actor Stavros Halkias. Stavros joins us to chat about how the culture of standup comedy is changing. www.youtube.com/shorts/35NQg...

Stavros Halkias says that standup comedy might disappear

Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 18/08/2026

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Stavros Halkias says that standup comedy might disappear