Matt & Mattingly's Ice Cream Social

SUMMARY: Paul's latest home improvements lead our discussion to house-stealing bees, Matt is out and about in Boston with comedy legend Rondell Sheridan, and Jacob has opinions about the Nevada DMV's program to snitch on unregistered vehicles. Plus Columbo in Space, Scoop Mail, and a 'Before and After' Scoopardy.

SUMMARY: We start the show on Matt's balcony while various aircraft do fly-bys. Paul is delirious from all the Christmas stuff starting to arrive at work. Jacob is excited about the Cosmo's new special to attract locals. Matt sees a time-traveling musical on board; the boys consider creating a cruise ship show. Plus some "darling" Scoop Mail and a Scoopardy.

SUMMARY: An update on Paul's eye, Matt has to turn in his knife, and
"the mood is right" for Jacob when Paul McCartney plays at Raiders
Stadium. Plus, Paul goes crazy for Rice Chex swag and OG game
developers with Scoop connections, RFK Jr. advocates for bear
syphilis, and a film remake-themed Scoopardy.

SUMMARY: Celestia Ward joins us after a weekend of creating filthy caricatures at Scoopfest. A troubling visit to the optometrist leads Paul to having the best day of his life. Celestia is organizing a Skepticamp in Las Vegas on Oct. 25, and the conversation leads to the challenges of promoting skepticism in these troubling times. Also shop talk about caricatures and improv, plus a Scoopardy about fun things to do in Vegas.

SUMMARY: Matt's in St. John, but not the one he expected to visit. With Scoopfest still fresh in our hearts, the chat extolls its highlights… the Bucket Shows, a windy but fun Whiskey BBQ, all the fantastic performers, trivia battles, and podcast tapings, and much love for Goudeau and Pint of Plain. We finish off with a "One Hit" Scoopardy.

SUMMARY: We're live at ScoopFest with Brian Brushwood, Justin Robert Young, and all the wonderful Scoops in the audience. Is Brushwood keeping up with Asshole Blackjack? What's up with hygiene at Magic: The Gathering events? YouTube is a hellscape in the comments. Plus we catch up with Brent Mukai, "Captain Morgan," and we're "going to get ice cream" during in-person Scoop Mail.

SUMMARY: Is ICS the No. 1 Vegas Parking & Rapture podcast? Mitzy is here with Matt and Jacob in Paul's bedroom. Paul has a theory about Terry Fator's show ending so abruptly, Jacob is seeing red, and Matt has exciting news about an upcoming comedy night at Tierney's. Plus, Mitzy brings us a special version of Price Is Skrite.

SUMMARY: Matt notes how Scoopfest tends to be held around fiery times, which leads us to discuss some unfortunately topical subjects that matter to us. Paul goes on the hunt for a COVID shot while Matt hunts for an airplane seat upgrade to Canada. Also, an 80s movie-themed Scoopardy.

SUMMARY: Matt's out of touch when it comes to slang and takes the kids out for glamping. "Pull my finger" is discussed along with a bit of Vegas Parking & Weather. What if Paul was really good at outdoor survival? Plus some bad luck AirB&B stories, and Newman schools us on painted horses. Also, Scoop Mail and Jock vs. Nerd.

SUMMARY: Paul watches the Canadian, not funny version of "Northern Exposure" and laments about how many U.S. shows wouldn't exist if things worked here. Young Matt tries to impress the cool kids in the back of the bus; old Matt scoots through the streets of San Antonio. Plus, Jacob's been listening to Prince's "Purple Rain" album, and we've got a Scoopardy.

SUMMARY: It's miler season for Matt! Paul extolls the virtues of a
deluxe comfy chair. Matt credits a higher power for a recent show.
Jacob barely survives a visit to the bathroom at the Westgate, and
Paul recalls the talking urinals next to "The Experience." Plus the
debate continues on microwave cooking in Scoop Mail, and a Price Is
Skrite.

SUMMARY: When will Las Vegas get a Buc-ee's? Paul tries to give a pill to Billy Bones with a value-priced wiener. Jacob goes to see "Wizard of Oz," and we're pleased so many of our friends are getting acting work at The Sphere. Also, bass carts, self-pleasuring to KoЯn, and questionable auto accessories. Plus a Jock vs. Nerd quiz on real-or-fake food brands.

Is ICS the No. 1 sunscreen podcast? Matt has a problem with his eye, and Jacob has an opportunity to "graduate to ski boots." We talk about questionable stretch goals, plus Taylor Swift engagement haters and rumors of future performances. Also, Scoop Mail dissuades us from helping bakers, and a spoofy Scoopardy.

Matt listens to the latest episode (spoilers) of "Undelivered Promises with Two Characters and A Clown," which begs the question: how would Jacob, Matt, and Paul do a podcast if they saw each other all the time? Jobeth Bowers (aka Judge Mentalist) is crowdfunding to take his act to Spain and needs your support for the pre-launch. Plus Scoop Mail and a Scoopardy.

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SUMMARY: Matt messes up an improv bit but makes up for it with a tried-and-true tactic. We talk about Ernest movies, navigating Pittsburgh mall potholes, the Fremont Street "Kick Me In The Nuts" guy, DNA memory, and how Jacob's "LV" hat can be misread. Plus Scoop Mail and a Price is Skrite.

SUMMARY: Matt and the kids go see "Fantastic Four" (spoilers) and "Naked Gun." Which movie was their favorite? Paul drops spoilers for "Thunderbolts" and discovers "dirty sodas." Matt talks about a bank fraud spoof, and Jacob brings up driverless electric taxis on the streets of Vegas. Plus, Physical Scoop Mail and a Scoopardy.

SUMMARY: Is engaging in little treats a sign of bad economic times on the horizon? Matt goes to see the very entertaining Lucy Darling. From Zoom chat, Jason Victor's family has a blood vendetta against Olive Garden. Paul and Jacob swap stories about off-putting floors. Plus talk about Tyler West, Vegas parking, "Wizard of Oz," and a game of Obelisk.

SUMMARY: Matt recalls schooling the kids during the pandemic, is a little tired of listening to Disney music, and nearly gets set up for a religious spiel in a casino bathroom. Paul talks about an ICE raid on a local restaurant, and Jacob schools us about Ellis Island. Zoom Scoop Mail gets a little "blue," and we learn about a "trek experience" that doesn't involve Paul. Also, a Raiders-adjacent Scoopardy.

AD BREAK TIMES: 27.29 and 47.32

SUMMARY: We start the show talking about acts that duplicate themselves and how much Monday Night RAW has changed. Matt hosts an avant-garde magic show at Magic Live; was it a success? Plus Scoop Mail, Scoopardy, and Brian Brushwood pops up!

SUMMARY: Matt's in Arizona with the kids, where the latter get put to work. Jacob spots an eclectically dressed guy on The Strip. Paul and Anne go to a flower festival, which inspires a discussion about backyard improvements; fires may result. Plus a Scoopardy, and Jacob guested recently on the Creators Cafe podcast.
 
Listen to the latest episode of Creators Cafe with Jessica Payne and Jacob at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2252010/episodes/17597785-36-jacob-smith-sounds-like-shenanigans.

SUMMARY: Paul has beef about "Jim Dandy" and skill games, Matt finds himself without a license at the rental car agency, and Jacob's trip to Portugal has an unexpected bookend of inconveniences along with the Uber ride to the hotel.

SUMMARY: It's a bank show, recorded July 6. Paul exposes Matt's son to "circles in circles," we bask in the afterglow of our amazing Bucket Show with Brad and Jonathan, and we celebrate those who won a Best of Vegas award. Also, SJ pops by, and Paul advocates for high-speed rail to Laughlin.