Comedian Jena Friedman on her Peacock comedy special, “Ladykiller.” Also, author Brian J. Kramp on the history of the legendary Midwest band Cheap Trick. And Milwaukee's Patrick McGilligan on Mel Brooks' Western satire, "Blazing Saddles."

TCM's "Czar of Noir" Eddie Muller has got you covered. His new book "Noir Bar" features cocktail recipes and trivia inspired by over 50 of your favorite noirs. Also, producer Warren Zanes tells us everything we wanted to know about Bruce Springsteen's "Nebraska." And the award-winning crime fiction author S. A. Cosby returns to talk about his novel, “All the Sinners Bleed.” It's about the trouble brewing in a rural Virginia town that just elected its first Black sheriff.

Emmy-winning TV writer and producer Bill Oakley joins us to talk about his latest project, “Space: 1969,” starring Natasha Lyonne. Also, Francesca T. Royster on the history of Black country music. And Tracy Dawson shares the untold history of women who stuck it to the man…by dressing as men.

Comedian Rich Hall talks about a lifetime of groundbreaking comedy. Filmmaker Julie Seabaugh on her Vice TV documentary, “Too Soon: Comedy After 9/11.” And acclaimed film critic Ian Nathan takes us inside the time-bending films of director Christopher Nolan.

The Sopranos” actor Michael Imperioli on his debut novel which features the iconic rock star Lou Reed. Also, director Andrew Renzi on the Netflix docuseries, 'Pepsi, Where’s My Jet?' And Wisconsin’s Wendy Wimmer on her short story collection, 'Entry Level.'

Short story master George Saunders talks about his latest collection, “Liberation Day.” Comedian Kevin Nealon on creating caricatures. And Alyse Knorr tells us about the lasting legacy of the N64 classic “GoldenEye 007"

Magician Penn Jillette talks about his novel, “Random." It's about a young man who uses his lucky dice to make his life decisions. Also, novelist Ling Ma on her debut collection of short stories, “Bliss Montage." And music journalist Jim Ruland tells us how the indie label SST Records paved the way for punk rock.

Comedian Sheng Wang on his Netflix special, “Sweet and Juicy." Also, Leyna Krow talks about her debut novel, “Fire Season,” inspired by the Spokane fire of 1889. And music critic Steven Hyden on how Pearl Jam captured the attention of Generation X.

Comedian Frankie Quiñones talks about his hilarious comedy series, 'This Fool.' Also, novelist Sandra Newman, author of 'The Men,' takes us inside a world in which all males have suddenly disappeared. And writer Steve Almond shares his BETA thought experiment of a Marxist Football League.

Comedian Cristela Alonzo stays true to herself in her Netflix special, “Middle Classy.” Also, Sloane Crosley on her latest novel, “Cult Classic.” And Caryn Rose tells us about the life and legacy of the punk poet, Patti Smith.