SUMMARY: Author Robin Flinchum visits The Churn to talk about her latest book, "The Redemption of Julia Bulette: Murder, Myth and the Hunt for a Serial Killer in Early Virginia City." Robin explains how justice came forth after the crime, the ongoing stigma that sex workers face despite being productive members of society, and another reason to hate Rush Limbaugh. Also, Paul explains the Comstock Lode, Scoop Mail erupts in Kanchō, and a Scoopardy.

Robin Flinchum's book tour for "The Redemption of Julia Bulette: Murder, Myth and the Hunt for a Serial Killer in Early Virginia City" will be at the Nevada State Museum in Las Vegas on May 21 and the Pahrump Valley Museum on May 30. You can purchase Robin's book from The Writer's Block in Las Vegas, at bookshop.org, and direct from Arcadia Press at https://www.arcadiapublishing.com/products/the-redemption-of-julia-bulette-9781467171748/. Robin's other book, "Red Light Women of Death Valley," is also available from both online sources.

SUMMARY: We start the show with some blunt talk. Matt‘s been working on an Alaskan cruise and takes some time to sit on a dock and enjoy the moment. Also, Matt recalls some of his more challenging cruise ship shows. Scoop Jesus, aka Zelda, and Barry G. Boogie from Real Big Top join us to talk about their upcoming show at Fallout Fringe Fest. And a Scoopardy.

SUMMARY: Comedian and magician Nick Diffatte joins us in The Churn! Nick talks about performing in Mad Apple, playing on the road in Jokers of Magic, magician/producer Chris Kenner, Copperfield superfans, and the challenge of Vegas audiences. Matt's prepping swag for his Alaska cruise and learns that ducks don't have sphincters. Also, a Scoopardy.

SUMMARY: Nicholas Newman drops in from Kentucky with news on changes that are happening to a certain horse race that shall remain nameless for licensing reasons. Matt takes the boys to a Banana Ball game and is looking to afford a visit to Edinburgh. Also, a Scoopardy full of 'things.'

SUMMARY: An NFL coach holding hands with a sports reporter sparks a debate about sports being scripted. Jacob gets an 'emergency' phone call about his mother. The boys talk about brushing teeth in the shower. Matt and Jacob have problems with their phones. Plus, 'Am I the Asshole?' in Scoop Mail and a 'Macabre Master' Scoopardy.

SUMMARY: Casey Webb joins us from New Orleans, reflecting on his time with 'Man v. Food' and on how much the business has changed since. Along with creating Casey Webb’s Inferno NJ Style Hot Sauce and Honey, Casey is working on a new podcast. Also, we learn that middle schoolers are terrible sports fans, Matt explains The Penis Game to Paul, and a Scoopardy.

SUMMARY: Jacob has gifts for Matt and Paul. It's Matt's birthday, and the family goes out for teppanyaki and yogurt. Hair stylists don't know who Judi Dench is. Jacob goes to a Golden Knights game and sits near a couple disappointed with their seats. Plus, Matt undeservedly sees David Byrne, Paul riffs teppan-yuk'es, and a Scoopardy.

SUMMARY: Nug Nahrgang brings AEW's RJ City to the show! We talk about RJ's career swing from wrestling to stand-up comedy and what they have in common. Paul asks whom in the AEW roster is best suited to other professions. Plus, RJ meets the guy who was bequeathed Wayland Flowers' "Madam" doll, the awkwardness of well-intentioned racism, and a group-themed Scoopardy.