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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 22/09/2026

Bullseye's next guest needs no introduction: David Letterman! The legend of late night television talks about the Late Show, about his triumphs and failures, and his TV show: "My Next Guest Needs No Introduction" on Netflix. buff.ly/auCPfPu

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 19/09/2026

Before he released his acclaimed new movie If I Go Will They Miss Me, Walter Thompson-Hernández covered Los Angeles for the New York Times. He talked with us about it his time there. Full interview: buff.ly/zFqFnsQ

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 18/09/2026

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II earned an Emmy for his part in 2019's Watchmen. An award well earned if you ever saw the show on HBO. He thought it would change things for him forever - and it did. But not how he expected. Full interview: buff.ly/3GHPLTn

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 18/09/2026

Eric Appel, director of Weird: The Al Yankovic Story and The Breadwinner, stops by to tell us about the one piece of pop culture he wishes he made: Pee-wee's Big Adventure. www.npr.org/2026/09/18/n...

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 18/09/2026

Filmmaker Walter Thompson-Hernández talked with Bullseye about what inspired the themes of Greek mythology throughout his new film, If I Go Will They Miss Me. Full interview: buff.ly/tiJWbJa

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

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 · 16/09/2026

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

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 · 14/09/2026

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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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 · 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 · 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 · 18/08/2026

Comedian, podcaster and actor Stavros Halkias joins us on the latest episode! He chats with us about starring in the new Anthony Bourdain biopic, Tony, when he discovered his passion for joke telling, his distinct look and much more! buff.ly/6eHrDJ6

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 13/08/2026

This Bullseye conversation with Isaiah Rashad has Jesse speaking in rhymes. The full interview is out now! Isaiah Rashad chats with us about his new record, his favorite Prince song, chopped and screwed Outkast tracks and much more! buff.ly/fppSiF1

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 04/08/2026

Hello hello! Today's Bullseye (a banger w Meshell Ndegeocello) is up now on podcatchers and YT. We're having some tech issues with the show over on npr.org. The team there is working hard to resolve them, but things might look a bit wonky for now. maximumfun.org/episodes/bul...

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 24/07/2026

David Wain is back on Bullseye! His latest film, Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass, is out now. He chats with us about writing the screenplay with Ken Marino, how he got Jon Hamm to make a cameo in the movie, and much more. www.youtube.com/watch?v=IW_B...

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 15/07/2026

The Bullseye interview you've been waiting for with Greg Davies and @alexhorne.bsky.social of @taskmaster.tv is out now! Trust us, you won't want to miss this one! www.youtube.com/watch?v=lpKO...

A few video stills from the Bullseye interview with Gregg Davies and Alex Horne of Taskmaster. It includes the text of a joke Greg made about his work relationship with Alex on the show being similar to that of King Charles and his wife Camilla.

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 03/07/2026

Filmmaker Michael Sarnoski joins us to talk about his new film, The Death of Robin Hood. He chats with us about the movie's dark themes, what he's learned working with movie stars like Nicolas Cage and Hugh Jackman, and much more! buff.ly/pcAl3jP

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 29/05/2026

We're joined by Poppy Liu for even more I Love Boosters talk! She chats with us about the new film and meeting with Boots Riley to audition for her part. She also gets into her evolution as a comedy actor and her role on Hacks. www.youtube.com/watch?v=WqCK...

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 21/05/2026

We're recording a new episode tomorrow. Looking for a niche film rec? Best non-alcohol bevs? Ask us just about anything! Email us at putyouon@maximumfun.org or send us your questions here in the replies.

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 04/05/2026

We did it!!! Over the weekend, you helped us surpass our goal of 800 new and upgrading members for the #maxfundrive. And as promised, @jessethorn.bsky.social will be bringing you a new six-episode season of The Turnaround. Yes, it's really happening. Stay tuned!

A photo of the turnaround podcast tile and text reading that a new season of the podcast will be coming soon.

A thermometer graphic showing that Bullseye reached all of its stretch goals for the 2026 MaxFun Drive

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 01/05/2026

Today is the last day of the #maxfundrive. Let's get to our last goal of 800 new and boosting members for a new season of the Turnaround. Visit maximumfun.org/joinbullseye to become a member so we can keep making this show for you.

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 01/05/2026

Goal number 2 has been reached! 🎉 We've hit 600 new and boosting members which means @jessethorn.bsky.social will make a cooking show with Tig Notaro! 🍲

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 30/04/2026

We're so close to hitting our next #MaxFunDrive goal! 80 more new/upgrading members, and @jessethorn.bsky.social will interview Tig Notaro while making a meal! 🍳 🍽️ Help us reach our next goal! Visit maximumfun.org/joinbullseye to become a member or boost your membership now! @maximumfun.org

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 29/04/2026

It's the #maxfundrive, the best time to support Bullseye and all of the @maximumfun.org shows you love by going to maximumfun.org/joinbullseye

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 27/04/2026

It's week 2 of the #MaxFunDrive, and we've got some exciting news! We're announcing a brand-new BOCO series called Put You On, where @jessethorn.bsky.social and a guest give you tailor-made recommendations. For the first episode, we’re joined by Pop Culture Happy Hour’s @lindaholmes.bsky.social.

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 24/04/2026

Riz Ahmed is back on Bullseye! This time, he chats with us about his role in the new Hamlet film and his personal relationship with Shakespeare’s work. We also get into his early days as a battle rapper, if he plans to keep rapping as he gets older, and much more! www.youtube.com

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 24/04/2026

Have you had a chance to check out this year's #MaxFunDrive gifts yet? When you support Bullseye at one of the different levels, you not only get some sweet gifts, but you also help keep the show running. It's easy to become a member. Just go to maximumfun.org/joinbullseye and join today!

This photo contains images of three gifts you can get from becoming a MaxFun member. There's a photo of the tile for the Bullseye Boco episode, which you get access to at $5 a month. Then at $10, there's Bullseye keychain which reads, "All great keys have a signature keychain," and at the $20 level, you have the option of a maxfun visor or toiletry bag.

A photo of three gifts you can get for becoming a maxfun member. At the $35 level, you get a waterbottle with Mikey the microphone on it. At the $50 level, you get a metal membership card. And at the $100 level access you get an access pass to MaxFun HQ.

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 22/04/2026

This special #MaxFunDrive episode is out now! Support Bullseye and the @maximumfun.org podcasts you love! We could not make this show without your help. Visit maximumfun.org/joinbullseye to become a member today!

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 22/04/2026

There is probably no voice more iconic and unmistakable than the voice of Kristen Schaal. But booking voice acting gigs wasn’t always an easy task for her. She chatted with us about it on the latest episode. www.youtube.com/watch?v=0P40...

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 21/04/2026

#MaxFunDrive is here! It’s the time of year where we celebrate MaxFun members, and remind you this show exists because folks like you support it. The only way our show happens is because a community of people like you decided to join. Visit maximumfun.org/joinbulseye to become a member today!

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 20/04/2026

#MaxFunDrive 2026 is here, and we have a special treat! A bonus episode called Bullseye's Gold – a tribute to California's Gold, the classic public TV show. For the first episode, Jesse visits the Paper World Stationery Expo! Become a @maximumfun.org member at maximumfun.org/joinbullseye to listen!

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 17/04/2026

Podcast host and author Griffin McElroy joins Bullseye to talk about how his gaming history informed his writing process for his new book “The Stowaway,” the origins of his podcast "The Adventure Zone," and working with his whole family. Listen now: buff.ly/FgubBfa

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 14/04/2026

Sunn O))) is a drone metal band comprised of two guitarists, Stephen O’Malley and Greg Anderson. They’ve been making music together for over 25 years and just released their 10th studio album. The duo joined us to talk about the new record and much more! www.youtube.com/watch?v=cCug...

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 10/04/2026

Black metal band Agriculture stops by the show to talk about their 2025 record, The Spiritual Sound, how they preserve their vocals after doing a lot of screaming in their music, and much more! buff.ly/FoLm1ZS

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 08/04/2026

If you receive a suspicious email from someone claiming to represent Bullseye, feel free to DM us or contact @maximumfun.org: maximumfun.org/contact/

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 03/03/2026

Joyce Manor is a punk band out of Torrance, California. They just released their 7th album, “I Used To Go To This Bar." They talk with Bullseye about touring before the internet, and constantly being labeled as “all grown up,” despite being in their late 30s. Listen now: buff.ly/ofaoJrL

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 20/02/2026

We’re taking a moment to remember actress and comedian, Catherine O’Hara, who died on January 30, 2026. Catherine O’Hara is a comedy legend. When Catherine joined Bullseye, she talked about creating memorable characters with Eugene Levy, and her secret comedic formula: maximumfun.org/episodes/bul...

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 13/02/2026

Our friend and correspondent, jarrett hill, sat down with Yahya Abdul-Mateen II to talk about his new show, Wonder Man, his dream of one day owning a farm, and much more! www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJ11...

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 10/02/2026

Joe Cappa is the creator and primary voice actor of the show "Haha, You Clowns." Cappa joins Bullseye to talk about his fascination with comedically buff characters, learning animation while working at an ad agency in Oklahoma, and borrowing from real life to create his first show: buff.ly/D1hXe9x

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 15/01/2026

Maybe you know her as Deandra from One Battle After Another. Or as Lena, from Love and Basketball. But to millions, she’ll always be Brenda, the Scream Queen of the hit Scary Movie Franchise. Even if she gets a million Oscars. Our conversation with Regina Hall is out now! buff.ly/MTvp0Qn

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 14/01/2026

Before she starred in “One Battle After Another” - before she had acted in anything, really, Regina Hall studied to become a bartender. And she didn’t attend just any bartending school. Hall took classes at Columbia University’s School of Mixology. Watch the full interview: buff.ly/b1uxvRj

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 13/01/2026

We’re joined by Regina Hall this week! She joins us to chat about One Battle After Another and shares what her first thoughts were after reading the script. She also talks with us about her background in journalism and much, much more! www.youtube.com/watch?v=ExPA...

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Bullseye with Jesse Thorn @bullseye.maximumfun.org · 11/01/2026

When LaRussell started putting on shows in his backyard, he never imagined he’d be joined by the one and only Juvenile for an unforgettable set. On this week’s Bullseye, he talks about how it all came together and much, much more. buff.ly/elNk2BX

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