The NHL completed its 2019-2020 season just a few weeks ago, when the Tampa Bay Lightning won Lord Stanley’s Cup. On this episode of The PVDcast, Luc Landry returns to dissect the conclusion of this year’s NHL season. Luc and I discuss the surprises that happened during the playoffs. We also chat about the free agency market that has moved many top-end players around the league. We even give our opinions on how the NHL did controlling COVID-19 and what future seasons might look like if the pandemic continues. Join us for one wicked top shelf wrister of a podcast!
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Episode 255 – Stacey Toy & Richard Burgin
On this episode of The PVDcast, I sit down with not one but two filmmakers. Stacey Toy is a Pennsylvania based filmmaker that spent many years in the journalism world but now produces movies. Richard Burgin is a filmmaker from Chicago that has just wrapped up his first film, a horror flick called, Fang. Both of these fine guests chat with me about the process of making films, their journey into filmmaking and how they overcame obstacles that were placed before them. Inspirational, diligent, triumphant are all adjectives that could best describe this installment of The PVDcast.
Episode 254 – Chris Stolle
My guest on this episode of The PVDcast and me share quite a bit in common. Chris Stolle is a podcaster in Philadelphia but spent a large chunk of time working in the independent wrestling scene in Pennsylvania and Colorado. We chat about his podcast Breaking the Fourth Wall, as well as his company, Realm of the Mist Entertainment. We also discuss Chris’ time breaking into the wrestling industry and creating his character. Chris shares stories of working with legendary wrestlers, memorable road trips and a quick game of Tag, Feud or Job! This is one high-flying, dropkickin’ edition that you don’t want to miss!
Episode 253 – Bruce Vilanch & Jack O’Halloran
This episode of The PVDcast is an extra special episode. I am joined by two guests, who are Hollywood stars that have had illustrious careers in Tinseltown. Bruce Vilanch and Jack O’Halloran join me on this installment to talk about their careers. Bruce shares stories of attending Ohio State University, working on Hollywood Squares, writing the notorious Star Wars Holiday Special and more. Jack discusses his boxing career, his role as Non, in Superman I & II, his book, Family Legacy and many other topics. Despite being a bit of a long episode, it’s well worth the listen!
Episode 252 – Jeff Patrick 2 (World’s Greatest Comics)
On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined once again by World’s Greatest Comics’ owner, Jeff Patrick. Jeff gives us an update as to how the pandemic has impacted his store, as well as the whole comic book industry. We also discuss the chaos that has gripped DC Comics in the past few months. We chat about the future of the comic book industry and what can be done to preserve comics for future generations. This is an episode that will definitely pack a WHAM! or BIFF! to your eardrums.
Episode 251 – David Whalen
On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by independent comic creator, David Whalen. He is the man behind Correct Handed Comics. David has created a cast of relatable characters in each of his projects, from the cowboys in Last Ride to Tyburn to the crazy kids in The Offspring to the downtrodden Shady Lady. Often, David is a one-man army creating his various projects, a topic we discuss in our chat. We also talk about the odd name for his company and his transition from the business world to becoming an art teacher and comic creator. Check out David’s catalog at www.correcthandedcomics.com if you like what you hear on this episode.
Episode 250 – Stevie Ray
This is a very special episode of The PVDcast, as it marks the 250th installment. Reaching #250 is an accomplishment that I am very proud of and thank everyone who has supported me and this podcast. My guest for this milestone edition is a WWE Hall of Famer, a WCW Television champion, a multiple time WCW World Tag Team champion and one half of the legendary tag team, Harlem Heat, Stevie Ray. Wrestling is only one topic that Stevie and I discuss during our conversation. We cover Stevie’s wrestling career, his successful radio show, his podcasting projects; but also dive into the topics of politics, football, COVID-19, history, and sports. Join us in our intriguing, honest and poignant chat about many topics on this landmark episode of The PVDcast!
Episode 249 – Summer Slam Review 2020
Last weekend was full of wrestling action with the WWE presenting Summer Slam and NXT: Takeover XXX. On this episode of The PVDcast, The Pro Wrestling Pundits (DJ Joey Blayze & Ringside Rand) return to discuss the results from these events with me. What were our overall opinions of both shows? Did we correctly predict the winners and losers for each match? What might be in store for many WWE and NXT superstars following last weekend? These questions get answered and more on this catch-as-catch-can edition of The PVDcast!
Episode 248 – Summer Slam Preview 2020
This weekend, the WWE presents its annual summertime event, Summer Slam. On this episode of The PVDcast, I’m joined by the Pro Wrestling Pundits (DJ Joey Blayze and Ringside Rand) to discuss the pay-per-view. We give our opinions and predictions on who we think will be victorious on Sunday night. The guys and I also preview Saturday’s NXT Takeover 30 show too. Mix in some other miscellaneous wrestling news and this episode becomes a must listen for your big weekend of wrestling action!
Episode 247 – Trish Adora
On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by a guest who may already be familiar to some listeners, as she was the topic of discussion on a previous episode. My guest is professional wrestler, Trish Adora, who was the subject of Antonio Hernandez’s short documentary, South Side Suplex (see episode #239). Trish and I discuss her fandom of pro wrestling, her decision to get into the business and how she ended up training in Florida. We talk about her military background and how that ties into the world of pro wrestling. We also chat about winning gold, inter-gender wrestling and cap off our conversation with a very insightful round of Tag, Feud or Job. This episode is one lariat of a listen for any pro wrestling fan!