Movie fans love to watch movies and talk about movies. This statement holds true for my guests on this episode of The PVDcast. Shawn Allred & Andrew Jimeson are two of the guys behind the Cheapseat Reviews podcast. This podcast features Shawn, Andrew & their cohost, Sam, viewing streaming movies and discussing them based on the movies’ merits. We talk about the history of their podcast, the ups and downs of podcasting, their favorite movies and even some of their not so favorite movies. Tune in to find out which one of the guys actually feel asleep during one of their episodes!
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Episode 313 – Paul Markoff XI
Each year, thousands of movies are released to entertain millions of people. On this episode of The PVDcast, my guest and I review and discuss the crop of movies that were released in 2021. Paul Markoff is that guest and he is also a local film critic and co-host of the Filmbound Podcast. We cover some big Hollywood blockbusters, some small indie films, offerings from streaming services and even some foreign films. If you would like to view a list of the movies discussed, jump on over to The PVDcast social medias and check out the list.
Episode 312.5 – Summation 2021
As 2021 is close to its end, it is time for me to reflect on the year on this special episode of The PVDcast. “Summation 2021” is a short recap of the year chronicling some awesome highlights. One of which is the change meeting of one of my heroes. I will also talk about my successes, failures, future goals and more on this mini episode.
Episode 312 – Meathook Jim
Some people might think pro wrestling and horror films don’t go together. My guest on PVDcast #312 would disagree! NOW ring announcer and fellow podcaster, Meathook Jim joins me to explain the connection and more. We discuss his career in NOW and his fandom of pro wrestling and horror. We also talk about his two podcasts (WrestleHorror and The Big Scary Show) and what is it like to scare the bejesus out of people. This is one frighteningly fabulous episode of The PVDcast!
Episode 311 – Survivor Series Review 2021
The annual WWE fall spectacular, The Survivor Series, took place a few weeks ago. On this edition of The PVDcast, Ringside Rand from the Pro Wrestling Pundits joins me to discuss the results of the pay-per-view. We also chat about the possible storylines coming out of the event and talk about some miscellaneous wrestling news too. Lastly, we send our Get Well wishes to DJ Joey Blayze, who could not make the recording due to illness. But even with one Pro Wrestling Pundit, it’s still one fine, wrestling-centric installment!
Episode 310 – Survivor Series Preview 2021
The calendar says November, which means it’s time for the annual WWE spectacular, The Survivor Series. This pay-per-view event will go down this upcoming Sunday from the Barclays Center. My guests on this episode of The PVDcast are the Pro Wrestling Pundits (DJ Joey Blayze & Ringside Rand). The three of us will breakdown each match and give our predictions on who might be victorious. We also talk about the current direction of the WWE and how it might be impacting the booking of this show. Check out this tope suicida of wrestling talk on this edition of The PVDcast!
Episode 309 – William Walley II
On this episode of The PVDcast, I have a returning guest joining me who is a fellow podcaster. William Walley is the guest I am referring to and he first chatted with me in February. William is back to talk about season five of his podcast, World of Walley. We also discuss William’s philosophy on podcasting and life, as well as some new projects that are in the works. Additionally, William shares some more fantastic tales from his very colorful life. (Check out episode #273 to hear more of William’s stories!)
Episode 308 – Dirk Manning & Brian Lau
Ever wonder what it takes to write a comic book? Listen to this installment of The PVDcast and find out! My guests are independent comic creators, Dirk Manning and Brian Lau. Dirk is the creative force behind Tales of Mr. Rhee, Nightmare World, Hope and many more independently produced titles; whereas Brian is the creator of Staunch Ambition and Inferno City Firehouse. These two give their insights on how to create entertaining comics and discuss their experiences in the comics industry. Inspirational, philosophical, motivating is three adjectives one can use to describe this edition!
Episode 307 – Jarrell “Pyro” Johnson
Will Smith. LL Cool J. DMX. These are just three of the many rappers who have crossed over into acting. On this episode of The PVDcast, I’m joined by Jarrell “Pyro” Johnson, a rapper who is making waves in the acting and rap world. We chat about his musical inspirations, how he produces music and what rap legend would be his dream collaboration. We also discuss his acting career, upcoming film projects which even includes one mystery project! Tune in and have a blast with this episode of The PVDcast!
Episode 306 – Darren McCarty & Dom Riggio
This episode of The PVDcast features a conversation from a panel that took place at this year’s Monroe Pop Fest. The panel was called “Sports in Comics” and featured two very special guests. Detroit Red Wings’ legend, Darren McCarty and Mess Bucket Comics’ Dom Riggio sit down with me and co-host, Tim Beisiegel to talk about a myriad of topics. We cover Darren’s philosophy on life, his hockey career, his love of pro wrestling, podcasting and even his thoughts on Carole Baskin. We also discuss Dom’s comic book imprint and his new project, which is the third installment of his hockey comic, Donnybrook. It’s an episode full of greasy good times!
- Please support Dom’s comic, Donnybrook, by checking out his current Indiegogo campaign: https://bit.ly/3pkmqzc