This is a very special edition of The PVDcast. Originally released through the Facebook page of The PVDcast, this episode is an annual installment. The episode is called “Summation 2020” & is my wrap up for the calendar year. I will talk about my successes & failures, my future goals & much more on this mini episode.
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Episode 265 – The Con Guy
Comic book and pop culture fans look forward to attending conventions. Sadly, this experience has changed this year due to the pandemic. On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by the gentlemen behind The Con Guy, a media group that celebrates convention culture. Jim, Luke, Ben and Jake chat with me about the early days of The Con Guy and how it has changed over the years. The guys and I also discuss how conventions have changed this year and what the future may hold for conventions. We also share some memories from attending conventions over the years and much more! No need to get a VIP badge or wait in line to check out this edition of The PVDcast!
Episode 264 – Paul Markoff X
On this episode of The PVDcast, I’m joined by film critic, Paul Markoff. We discuss the new movies we have seen in 2020. To say that the list we anticipated having is not anything like the list we do have is an understatement. What films made our lists and how did we safely view these films? Of the films we watched, which ones were top-notch and which ones were top-flops? Get the answers to these questions by checking out our box office banter on this installment of The PVDcast!
Episode 263 – Billy Van Zandt
Ever wonder what it takes to make a television show? Playwright, actor and producer, Billy Van Zandt joins me on this episode to explain the process. Billy has developed many well-known TV shows, such as Martin, Suddenly Susan and many others. Billy is also an accomplished playwright, writing and producing dozens of off-Broadway shows. We chat about these aspects to his career, as well as his acting roles and his longtime partnership with the late Jane Milmore. Pop in your ear buds and join us on this sensational edition of The PVDcast!
Episode 262 – Survivor Series Review 2020
On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by the Pro Wrestling Pundits to recap the last WWE pay-per-view event, The Survivor Series. DJ Joey Blayze, Ringside Rand and I discuss the results of the matches and give our opinions on them. We also review our predictions for the event and see who was right and who was wrong with some of these picks. The guys and I share our hopes for what the next few weeks and months might bring to the WWE Universe. Lastly, we chat about what superhero would make the best pro wrestler and wrap things up with Rand sharing one interesting and random Wade Boggs story!
Episode 261 – Gerald Glassford & Jeff Dwoskin
Podcasting is the main topic on PVDcast #261. I am joined by two talented podcasters, Gerald Glassford and Jeff Dwoskin, to talk about their podcasting projects. Gerald is one of the individuals behind the Pop Culture Cosmos, a podcast that covers pop culture news. Gerald also has other podcasts that he creates, such as the Lakers Fast Break podcast and the Inside Sports Fantasy Football podcast. Jeff is a former stand-up comedian, who is new to podcasting. His podcast, The Jeff Dwoskin Show, features a dose of comedy, along with celebrity interviews. Both Gerald and Jeff will be part of the inaugural Indie Pods United Summit, which is happening November 29 through December 3. For more info on the summit, click the link below:
Episode 260 – Survivor Series Preview 2020
On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by The Pro Wrestling Pundits (DJ Joey Blayze and Ringside Rand) to discuss this weekend’s big WWE pay-per-view, the Survivor Series. We breakdown the matches, the build, and the possible fallout from this annual spectacular. We also give our opinions on the Undertaker’s final farewell and theorize what impact a union could make in the WWE. Lace up your boots, tape up your wrists and get ready to enjoy this Pier Six brawl of an episode!
Episode 259 – Tina Marie Trimpert & Bill Foster
On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by two creative, talented individuals, who live in Texas. My first guest is Tina Marie Trimpert, the driving force behind the Psyche-Delic Podcast. Tina’s podcast focuses on the human mind and how it works within our consciousness. Tina is also one of the folks organizing the upcoming Indie Pods United summit. My second guest is Bill Foster, a filmmaker who wrote, directed, and starred in Showdown on the Brazos. Bill shares stories about shooting this Western, some of his future projects and some of his other roles in other projects. Sit back and enjoy an episode that is as big as the Lone Star state!
Episode 258 – Nikita Breznikov
On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by wrestling personality and author, Nikita Breznikov. We chat about his time in the independent wrestling scene, serving as manager to the legendary Nikolai Volkoff and the long friendship that came from that partnership. Nikita reveals how he amassed one amazing collection of old WWWF programs, advertisement clippings, pictures, and other memorabilia. Nikita also shares his thoughts on his fandom and why wrestling fans are so passionate about the industry. The episode concludes with a discussion about Nikita’s foray into writing his book, When It was Real, which covers the 1970’s WWWF era. It’s an old school episode for old school wrestling fans!
Episode 257 – Liz Priestley & Shannan Wilson
On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by two fantastic actresses, Liz Priestley and Shannan Wilson. Both Liz and Shannan have forthcoming projects that will be released by Netflix. Liz will be playing Idris Elba’s wife in the upcoming film, Concrete Cowboy and Shannan is cast in the upcoming Netflix series, Halston. We chat about these projects in detail, as well as their past projects and the art of acting. Liz and Shannan even throw in a few funny, behind the scenes stories to give us a real feel of what it is like on the set. This is one jovial and insightful episode that no fan of movies will want to miss.