Bullseye Creators & Guests

Louis Virtel is the West Coast Entertainment Editor of AfterElton.com, he has also appeared as a roundtable comedian on Chelsea Lately and as a pundit on CNN, HLN and The Bio Channel. Currently he co-hosts the Keep It! Podcast.

Jesse Thorn is an American radio host, podcast producer, and entrepreneur. He hosts Bullseye with Jesse Thorn on NPR and the long-running podcast Jordan, Jesse, Go!. Thorn is also the founder of Maximum Fun, a podcast network that produces a variety of shows, spanning comedy, culture, and advice. He has also helped launch successful shows like My Brother, My Brother and Me.

Julia M. Smith is a podcast producer, show-runner, and consultant.

Edi Patterson is a comedy actress best known for playing Veronica in Partners and playing Ms. Abbott in Vice Principals from 2016 to 2017.

Ronnie Spector is a singer.

David Oyelowo, born April 1, 1976, in Oxford, England, is a British-Nigerian actor and producer. He gained international recognition for his portrayal of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in the critically acclaimed film "Selma" (2014), earning him a Golden Globe nomination. Oyelowo's versatile career includes roles in films such as "The Last King of Scotland" (2006), "The Butler" (2013), and "A United Kingdom" (2016), where he also served as a producer. He has received praise for his work in television, particularly in the HBO film "Nightingale" (2014), for which he received a Critics' Choice Television Award.

Jay Wayne Jenkins is known professionally as Jeezy, he is a rapper and actor.

John Cale is a musician, composer, singer, songwriter, and record producer who was a founding member of the American rock band Velvet Underground.

Benny The Butcher is a rapper.

Moshe Kasher, born, July 6, 1979, is an American stand-up comedian, writer, and actor recognized for his incisive humor and insightful social commentary. He has released acclaimed comedy albums and specials, including "Moshe Kasher: Live in Oakland," and has appeared on numerous television shows such as "Another Period" and "The Good Place." Kasher is also the author of the memoir "Kasher in the Rye," which details his unconventional upbringing and journey into comedy. In addition to his stand-up career, he co-hosts the popular podcast "The Hound Tall Discussion Series," where he engages in deep and humorous conversations on various topics.

Jesse Eisenberg (born October 5, 1983) is an American actor, author, and playwright.

Nicholas Peter John Hornby is an English writer and lyricist, best known for his memoir Fever Pitch and novels High Fidelity and About a Boy, all of which were adapted into feature films.

Roman Mars, born on October 16, 1974, is the host and producer of 99% Invisible, a KALW radio show and podcast, and a founder of the podcast collective Radiotopia. He has also contributed to radio programs such as Radiolab and Planet Money. Fast Company identified him as one of the hundred most creative people of 2013.

Corant Lynn is better known by his stage name Common (formerly Common Sense), he is a rapper, actor, writer, philanthropist, and activist.

Maria Elizabeth Sheldon Bamford is an American stand-up comedian, actress, and voice actress. She is best known for her portrayal of her dysfunctional family and self-deprecating comedy involving jokes about depression and anxiety.

Jon Hamm is a talented actor and producer, known for his charismatic and nuanced performances. Hamm was born in St. Louis, Missouri, and gained international fame for his role as Don Draper in the critically acclaimed television series "Mad Men" (2007-2015), earning multiple awards, including a Golden Globe. His film work includes roles in "The Town" (2010), "Bridesmaids" (2011), and "Baby Driver" (2017). Hamm's versatility has allowed him to take on a wide range of roles in both drama and comedy.

Sarah Vowell a historian and writer. She has written seven books on American history. She was a contributing editor for This American Life from 1996 to 2008.

Robert Glasper is a pianist, record producer, songwriter, and musical arranger with a career that bridges musical and artistic genres.