Cassandra Peterson shows us the woman behind the Queen of Halloween, Elvira! Also, documentary filmmaker Kier-La Janisse on the history of folk horror. And, find out what makes horror-comedy "Shaun of the Dead" a cult classic!

Bob Odenkirk talks about his incredible journey from Mr. Show to Saul Goodman. Also, Dana Schwartz returns to dish on her historical novel, “Anatomy,” about the shady side of medicine during the 1800s. And Jason Mott on his National Book Award-winning novel, “Hell of a Book.”

Actor and comedian Thomas Lennon on the movie, 'Reno 911!: The Hunt for QAnon.' Also, author Chuck Klosterman revisits grunge, Tarantino, and Zima in 'The Nineties.' And Stephen Satterfield talks about the Netflix docu-series, 'High on the Hog.'

The King of the Rant, comedian Lewis Black, tells us about his special, “Thank you for Risking Your Life.” Also, comedy wunderkind, Michael Schur, the creator of “The Good Place." And author Gwen Kirby on her stories about women who are not going to take it anymore.

Charles Yu tackles racism through the lens of a fictional cop show in his novel, "Interior Chinatown." Also, musician/author Will Birch gives us the lowdown on one of England's greatest songwriters, Nick Lowe. And the doctor will see you now -- Jonathan Katz on the return of his professional therapist character, Dr. Katz

Showrunner Patrick Somerville on the HBO pandemic saga, 'Station Eleven.' Also, 'Fargo' creator Noah Hawley on his novel, 'Anthem.' And author Heidi Greco on the staying power of the movie, 'Harold and Maude.'

Comedian Laurie Kilmartin joins us to talk about her latest album, “Corset.” Also, best-selling author Jami Attenberg pivots from fiction to non-fiction with her intimate memoir. And author Peter Mills on the Monkees’ box-office flop, “Head,” which could be their greatest achievement.

Jena Friedman on combining comedy with journalism in her AMC+ true-crime series, “Indefensible." Also, film critic Adam Nayman talks about one of today's most compelling directors, David Fincher. And Wisconsin native Charles L. Hughes on rapper Bushwick Bill.

"Manitowoc Minute" mastermind Charlie Berens teaches us how to become Midwest nice! Also, South Milwaukee comedian Jackie Kashian on making people laugh...for more than 35 years. And journalist James Andrew Miller on how HBO transformed television.

The legendary rocker Stevie Van Zandt talks about making music with Bruce Springsteen and acting on "The Sopranos." Also, music journalist Erin Osmon on the great folk singer/songwriter John Prine. And film critic Ian Nathan on the visionary director, Guillermo del Toro.