Next week is Thanksgiving and, of course, that means it is time for the annual WWE pay-per-view spectacular, The Survivor Series! This year’s event promises to be historic, as all three WWE brands – RAW, Smackdown and NXT- will participate in various matches on the card. On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by DJ Joey Blayze to discuss the Survivor Series and give our insights and predictions on what might happen. We also chat about the other big event for the weekend, NXT: Takeover War Games and explain what surprises we think could be in store on that card. Listen and find out if any of our opinions are more astonishing than a Ricky Morton Canadian Destroyer!
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Episode 211 – AEW Full Gear Review
All Elite Wrestling has been on the TNT Network for the past 6 weeks. The company presented Full Gear this past Saturday, which was their first pay-per-view event since broadcasting their show, Wednesday Night Dynamite, on TNT. On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by friend of the show, Will (@TheW34ponx) to discuss this pay-per-view spectacle. We recap all the matches and give our opinions on them. We also talk about the direction of some of the storylines and we reveal what we felt was the match of the night. It’s an episode that gives you plenty of insight with no false finishes!
Episode 210 – Jack Wallace 3
On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by Jack Wallace from Disposable Fiction Comics. Jack and I talk about the history of Disposable Fiction Comics, his various other books (such as The Marriage Act and Matter of Perception) and the current Kickstarter for his new project. This Kickstarter will fund Jack’s new endeavor to put both volumes of his latest book, Frankenstein for Mayor into a graphic novel. We even dive into Jack’s work on The Columbus Scribbler and his experience being nominated for an Eisner Award for that project! Like a story that Jack penned, this edition is not only boisterous, but poignant too.
Kickstarter link for Frankenstein for Mayor: https://bit.ly/2Q0o1se
Episode 209 – Wizard World Columbus 2019
On this episode of The PVDcast, you will hear all the highlights from this year’s Wizard World Columbus show! Brian Lau and I were at the show promoting Brian’s projects, Staunch Ambition and Inferno City Firehouse. You will hear testimonials from customers who stopped by the table and bought one (or both) of Brian’s books. You will also hear some great interviews with a few of the celebrities, in attendance. Hear Samm Levine (Freaks and Geeks), Claudia Wells (Back to the Future) and Lisa Marie Varon (FKA Victoria in WWE and Tara in TNA) share some fascinating stories and chat about their careers!
Episode 208 – Motor City Mo
What do an indestructible ex-boxer, mobsters, a crotchety stripper and a time traveling caveman all have in common? Well, listen to PVDcast #208 and find out! On this edition, I sit down with Kyle, Dylan and Tyler, the guys from Three Y’s Men Media and the creators of the comic, Motor City Mo. We chat about their unique comic book and the current Kickstarter campaign to fund season 3. Tyler, who wrestles as ELK in Michigan, and I also talk about his background and fandom in wrestling. Lastly, Tyler steps up to the plate for one mammoth installment of Tag, Feud or Job!
Episode 207.5 – Wrestling is Back
Pro wrestling has suffered from ups and downs, in regard to its popularity throughout its existence. In 2019, pro wrestling is experiencing a huge resurgence in popularity. On this mini episode of The PVDcast, I chat about pro wrestling’s current notoriety. I give my opinion on the first week of the NXT vs. AEW showdown, as well as the very first Smackdown on Fox. I also discuss the wonderfully nostalgic feel to the new NWA Power TV product and explain my likes and dislikes of that wrestling program. Settle in and enjoy this wrestling-themed mini episode that has a 20-minute time limit!
Episode 207 – Arvell Jones
On this episode of The PVDcast, I sit down with legendary comic creator, Arvell Jones. We discuss his career in comics, including co-creating Misty Knight and his run on All-Star Squadron. Despite his long career, Arvell is not content to rest on his laurels. He gives us a brief explanation of his new project, Reign of the Underdog and drops the hint about another new project that is in the works! You will even hear some great behind the scenes tales about working for Marvel and D.C. from Arvell!
Episode 206 – Monroe Pop Fest 2019
A few weeks ago, I traveled to Monroe, Michigan to attend the Monroe Pop Fest (formerly the Monroe Comic Con). This episode of The PVDcast will highlight my trip to this fantastic convention. You will hear my conversations with Rob Miller from the television competition show, Face Off; the man who played both Sabretooth and Michael Myers, Tyler Mane and everyone’s favorite Comic Book Man, Ming Chen. Plus, I catch up with Brian E. Lau at his table and I even conduct interviews with people who purchased one of Brian’s books. This episode is one awesome assemblage of convention fun that you do not want to miss!
The PVDcast Presents: Behind the Puck Two
The sport of ice hockey has always had one unique aspect to it, fighting. Many say it is an integral part of the sport; while others believe it has no place in the modern game. On this edition of The PVDcast: Behind the Puck, we discuss this controversial topic. Brian Phillips and I are joined by our panel of experts, former Columbus Blue Jackets, RJ Umberger, Sean Pronger and Jody Shelley. Find out how players prepare for a fight, the impact fights make on team morale, the ramifications after a fight and much more! We also touch base with Steph Greegor to find out how fighting fits into her movie, The Third Period. Missing this episode is like dropping the mitts – something you do not want to do!
Episode 205 – Clare Kolat
My guest on PVDcast #205 is Clare Kolat, an artist, illustrator, writer and comic creator from the Cleveland area. Clare and I discuss her various projects, including The Apple Knight and The Department of Final Fulfillment. We also discuss her collaboration with Tim Switalski, who has paired with Clare on many of her projects. Clare also shares stories from comic conventions, including her role in organizing the annual independent comic convention, Genghis Con. This installment even has a small cameo from Clare’s cat, Gus, which makes this a very pet-friendly episode, you don’t want to miss!