“all gossip upon the matter” [BERY]&nbsp;  If there is one name that is synonymous with the Sherlockian hobby, it is Peter Blau, BSI, 2s. ("Black Peter"). And if there is one publication that is eagerly anticipated every month, it is his longstanding newsletter "Scuttlebutt from the Spermaceti Press." As "Cartwright" of the Baker Street Irregulars, Peter goes more places, sees more things, and overhears more than just about anyone in the Sherlockian world. So much so that it has often been said that if Peter doesn't know about it, it's not happening. We had a chance to speak with Peter about the origins of his newsletter, what makes for a good story, and what his plans for the future are. You won't want to miss this episode. And of course, we have another&nbsp;Canonical Couplet&nbsp;to challenge your acuity. If you are chosen as a winner, you'll get some mystery item from the IHOSE vaults. Answers are due by August 29, 2021 at 11:59 a.m. EDT.  Information on sponsors, links, and notes available below.   &nbsp; Please do consider becoming a&nbsp;. Your support helps us to ensure we can keep doing what we do, covering file hosting costs, production, and transcription services.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; BONUS CONTENT: For our&nbsp;&nbsp;supporters, the conversation continues with Peter Blau. Go behind the scenes and participate in a special question just for our supporters. Become one for as little as $1 a month on Patreon.    &nbsp;   Sponsors &nbsp;is the premier publisher of books about Sherlock Holmes and Arthur Conan Doyle, including&nbsp;. &nbsp; &nbsp;has a number of new Kickstarters that need your attention: , , and . &nbsp;  &nbsp; Would you care to advertise with us? You can find&nbsp;. Let's chat!  &nbsp; Links  This episode:&nbsp; , 2012-present  (Sherlocktron) Previous episodes mentioned:   &nbsp;and : Peter Blau      Many more links, articles and images are available in our Flipboard magazine at&nbsp;&nbsp;as well as through our accounts on&nbsp;,&nbsp;,&nbsp;, and&nbsp;. &nbsp; &nbsp; And would you consider leaving us a rating and review? It would help other Sherlockians to find us. &nbsp; Your thoughts on the show? Leave a comment below, send us an email (comment AT ihearofsherlock DOT com), call us at (774) 221-READ (7323).  &nbsp;   Transcript We are so grateful for your support&nbsp;, which makes our transcripts possible. The transcript for this episode will be available soon at&nbsp;. &nbsp;   &nbsp;  &nbsp;   &nbsp; --   &nbsp; &nbsp;

Scuttlebutt from the Spermaceti Press

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Scuttlebutt from the Spermaceti Press

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