Episode 500 - Wrestling Superstars (Rhyno, Shane Douglas & Sgt. Slaughter)

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It is the 5ooth episode of The PVDcast! I am very proud of this feat, and I cannot believe that I reached this milestone. Over twelve years ago, I started this podcast never expecting to record 500 episodes. Throughout the years, I have met and chatted with so many wonderful guests and made many friends, too. Thank you to everyone who has supported this show. Thank you to everyone who has checked out an episode and helped to spread the word. Given the importance of this edition, I must have an awesome guest. I have not one awesome guest but three awesome guests, who are masters of the squared circle. Those guests are “The War Machine” Rhyno, “The Franchise” Shane Douglas and WWE Hall of Famer Sgt. Slaughter! Get ready to hear some amazing tales from the world of pro wrestling.

Episode 499 – C3’s Hidden Histories Part 6 (Chandu Tennetty & Jeremy Fuscaldo)

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This episode of The PVDcast features my final conversations with the creators of the C3 anthology, Hidden Histories. Those two creators are Chandu Tennety and Jeremy Fuscaldo. They will discuss their entries into the anthology, which both happen to be animal related. You will also hear these gents discuss their overall experience of working with the talented crew of C3. Additionally, Chandu and Jeremy will share details on their other projects too. For more details on getting a copy of Hidden Histories, see the link below:

https://shorturl.at/xDt7l

Episode 498 - NHL 2025 Season Preview (Luc Landry)

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The 2025 NHL season kicked off this week. On PVDcast #498, I am joined by hockey enthusiast, Luc Landry, to talk about this season. We will chat about the biggest news stories from the summer, including the Kirill Kaprizov & Connor McDavid contract situations. We will also discuss what teams made improvements to their roster, which may lead them to the playoffs. We wrap up with which team has the best chance of winning it all. Buckle up your helmet and get your twig ready for this episode!

Episode 497 - C3's Hidden Histories Part 5 (Jasper Rajavadee & Makayla Davis)

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Hidden Histories is the new anthology from the Columbus Cartoon Coalition (C3). Learning is the central theme of this anthology. My two guests, Jasper Rajavadee and Makayla Davis, join me on this episode of The PVDcast to talk about their entries. Jasper’s entry focuses on the Ohio History Center, where Makayla’s entry deals with local business you should know in Central Ohio. Additionally, you will hear about their other projects and their philosophy on the indie comics experience.

Episode 496 - C3's Hidden Histories Part 4 (Fennek & Sarah Cooke)

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So, you want to make comics? Learn about the process on this episode of The PVDcast. My guests are Fennek and Sarah Cooke, two independent comic creators and contributors to the current C3 Anthology. Fennek and Sarah team up with a joint entry on this topic. Fennek will focus on building the emotions of a story, whereas Sarah will discuss the mechanics of developing a tale. This episode is a definite listen for all aspiring comic book writers.

Episode 495 – C3’s Hidden Histories Part 3 (Ari Coester & Emily M. Cooke)

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Did you know that millions of years ago, Ohio was an ocean? That is just one factoid you will learn about on PVDcast #495. My guests are Emily M. Cooke and Ari Coester from the Columbus Cartoon Coalition. They both have entries in the current C3 Anthology: Hidden Histories. Ari’s entry deals with the paleontological record of Ohio. Emily’s entry discusses the prehistoric Native people of Ohio. Check out these conversations to find out how you can even participate in this anthology!

Episode 494 - C3's Hidden Histories Part 2 (Lief Bennett & Brandon Mullins)

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On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by not one but two guests. Lief Bennett and Brandon Mullins are two talented artists who are featured in the newest anthology from the Columbus Cartoon Coalition (C3). You will hear about their entries and how those entries connect to the theme of the anthology. We will also discuss the Crowdfunder campaign and explain the unique way it works. Lief and Brandon also chat about their other projects and their background in art.

Episode 493 - C3's Hidden Histories Part 1 (Sydney Kit)

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This episode of The PVDcast features the fearless leader of the Columbus Cartoon Coalition (C3), Sydney Kit joining me to talk about her role in a new C3 anthology. The theme of this anthology is learning and Sydney introduces us to two topics: Margaret Armstrong and the Rare Books and Manuscript Library at Ohio State University. Learn about the trailblazing art of Margaret and how her art helped to inspire other women. You will also hear about the Rare Books and Manuscript Library, which has thousands of rare books in their collection. Sydney explains the Crowdfunder campaign and shares some details on her behind the scenes work to make the anthology a reality.

Episode 492 - State of Pro Wrestling for August & September

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The tag team champions of podcasting, Gerald Glassford (Pop Culture Cosmos) and yours truly team up to bring you another State of Pro Wrestling! Within this episode, we will chat about the biggest news stories from the world of pro wrestling. First off, we will give our opinions on the Raja Jackson situation. We will also chat about CMLL and AAA having a banter year selling out event after event. Additionally, we chat about whether John Cena’s retirement has overshadowed other storylines. Throw in a discussion on Hangman Page’s AEW World title run and you’ve got one packed and informative episode!

Episode 491 - Love Me Some LJNs (80's Wrestling Fan Brian)

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The year 1984 marked the beginning of a boom period where pro wrestling engulfed our society. From clothes to lunch boxes to video games & toys, pro wrestling was everywhere. On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by 80’s Wrestling Fan Brian to talk specifically about LJN’s WWF Wrestling Superstars action figures. Brian and I chat about our fandom for these figures and share stories about our collections. Brian also explains the process he uses for repainting them. Many of those repaints feature new outfits and/or color schemes.  For example, Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat painted to match his Wrestlemania 3 gear. Stick around for the end of the episode as you will hear the famous Andre Karaoke!