The PVDcast

The last few weeks have been a troubling time for the world of pro wrestling. On this edition of The PVDcast, I am joined by the Pop Culture Cosmos' Gerald Glassford to discuss all of the news (good and bad) that has happened in wrestling. Gerald and I will give our thoughts on the passing of PAC and his impact on the industry. We will also comment on the fallout from AEW's All Out event. Addition...

On this episode of The PVDcast, I welcome back frequent hockey analyst Luc Landry to break down the upcoming NHL season, key player situations, marquee storylines, and team outlooks across the league. We will dive into the high-stakes situations surrounding Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin and Winnipeg Jets star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck. We will also analyze the league's top powerhouses...

History is made every second of the day and we never notice. On this episode of The PVDcast, I sit down with historian and author, Mark Strecker, to discuss several of his books. These books focus on historical events that happened in Ohio. Our conversation will encompass such topics as the Great Railroad Strike, the Mormon settlement in Kirtland and more. Additionally, you will learn about Mark's...

On PVDcast #546, I am joined by the creators of the comic, Santos Sisters , Greg and Fake. The guys break down the unique, tongue-in-cheek blend of nostalgic Archie-style art mixed with edgy, modern superhero action that defines their comic. We also discuss American Nature Comics which is an anthology that acts as a hub for indie comics culture, blending short stories, creator interviews, and zine...

The 1980's created a calvacade of awesome movies, TV shows, toys and cartoons. He Man and the Masters of the Universe was a staple of this time period. On this episode of The PVDcast, you will hear about my journey to MOTUFest, a convention held in Cincinnati showcasing MOTU and other old school toys. Additionally, you will hear, many creators showcasing their projects too. (See below) ·        Er...

Much like a king who rules over their fiefdom, wrestling promoters acted the same way when it comes to protecting their territories. I am once again joined by Gerald Glassford of the Pop Culture Cosmos podcast to discuss another installment of the State of Pro Wrestling: Territories . In our first edition of this series, we focused on our fandom, superstars, hot feuds and everything that made us l...

It has been a busy news week in the world of pro wrestling. Several large events happened that could impact the industry. On the newest episode of The PVDcast, Gerald Glassford (from the Pop Culture Cosmos) joins me to discuss these happenings. We will recap results from AEW's All In and chat about how AEW can capitalize on their newfound momentum. Also, we will give an overview of the recent NXT...

The booker is a very important position in pro wrestling. They are the individuals who make matches happen. On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by Gerald Glassford from the Pop Culture Cosmos podcast. Using a great online game called  5 Star Booker ( https://5starbooker.com/ ), Gerald and I will try to book a dream card. We shall select location for the event and build a roster of wrestler...

In the world of wrestling, promoting the next big match is crucial to a company's bottom line. On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by Gerald Glassford, from the Pop Culture Cosmos, to discuss several topics related to promos, as they are called in the industry. What are some memorable promos that one might call their favorite? Who gave some of the best promos in wrestling and who gave some...

SummerSlam is the annual summertime WWE event that is a favorite of many folks. On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by Ringside Rand of The Pro Wrestling Pundits to discuss the results of SummerSlam. We will analyze what matches lived up to the hype and what ramifications came out of the results. Plus, what surprises shocked us the most and how those surprises will impact future storylines...

The word, multifaceted, means having many different parts or divisions. This word describes my guest on PVDcast #539, Chris Mancini. He is the force behind White Cat Entertainment which produces many comics, short films and podcasts. We discuss Chris's newest project,  Alpha Cat #2 , a fun space adventure that is favored by both adults and children. Get the details on the origin of Alpha Cat , the...

Minnesota will be the epicenter of the wrestling world, as the WWE presents SummerSlam this Saturday and Sunday. On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by guest, Ringside Rand (one-half of The Pro Wrestling Pundits ) to break down the match card, heated rivalries, and potential show-stealers for WWE's flagship event of the summer. During the episode, we will analyze each matchup on the offici...

The wrestling world has had a lot of shake ups in the past few weeks. From new champions being crowned to returning WWE stars to two large events for the big two companies, the news has been quite interesting. To help me analyze all this news, Gerald Glassford, from the Pop Culture Cosmos, joins me as my guest. We will talk about AEW's upcoming PPV, Redemption and the build to All In. We will also...

America is a country founded on the principles of freedom and boundless opportunities. This sentiment is highlighted on the latest episode of The PVDcast, as I am joined by comic creator, Jonathan London. Jonathan is working on Super Action Man , an over-the-top, high octane, action comic that is reminiscent of 80's action movies with a splash of GI Joe thrown in. Super Action Man's Kickstarter is...

Every podcaster has goals for their show. My guests on PVDcast #535 are no different. Jason and Justin from the 3 Geeks Podcast join me to talk about their goals that they recently reached. The guys report that they have reached 10,000 subscribers on their YouTube channel and explain the importance of this feat. Additionally, the guys chat about becoming monetized and what that means for their sho...

What do roller derby, rock music, kaiju and comics all have in common? It is a recipe for one great tale! My guest on this episode of The PVDcast is comic creator, David Hedgecock. He is the creator of Super Kaiju Rock-N-Roller Fun Time Go! Fuji-Tengu Flames. This story revolves around a roller derby team that likes to play music while fighting kaiju. David runs down the catalyst for this project...

Recently, there has been a plethora of pro wrestling news whose impact has yet to be felt. On this episode of The PVDcast, I sit down with Gerald Glassford, from the Pop Culture Cosmos, to discuss the recent news in pro wrestling. One giant story that we will cover is the exodus of talent from TNA. Why did some many people leave the company? We will also chat about CMLL's 60 th sellout and what th...

In the world of pro wrestling, the word, territory, means a wrestling company that holds matches in a certain regional area. On this episode of The PVDcast, Gerald Glassford, from The Pop Culture Cosmos podcast, is my guest and we will analyze four territories. We will give our opinions on the booking, the superstars, the feuds and what could have been done to stay in business. Those four territor...

Cosplay is a hobby that many people enjoy and showcase their works at various conventions. On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by Ben Wright-Heuman, an indie comic creator & cosplay enthusiast. Ben and I will discuss his thoughts on cosplay and how those opinions were the catalyst for one of his projects, CosPain . Currently, Ben has a Kickstarter to produce a collection of the first 150 i...

The term, character actor, describes an actor/actress who is quite versatile. On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by Randy Oglesby, a fantastic character actor with over 100 credits to his resume. We chat about his newest project, Spider Noir where he plays the complicated Chief McNamara. We also discuss another project that Randy is involved with, The Burbs. You will also hear tales from...

The State of Pro Wrestling is back again with tons of news from the wrestling world. Joining me on this episode is podcaster extraordinaire, Gerald Glassford. As you can tell from the title of this episode, the topic of the Rousey – Carano MMA fight will be discussed. Gerald and I will also analyze the Clash in Italy WWE event, chat about WWE's merchandise king, Danhausen and discuss AAA's upcomin...

It is often said that variety is the spice of life. My guest is Joel Cramer, comic creator that is just starting to diversify his catalog. Best known for the comic,  The Adventures of Honzy and Joel , you will hear Joel's explanation of why his new project, Skaype Wars contains more "adult" material. Joel will give a rundown of the plot and shares his theory of having a variety of stories. We also...

Fine art and comics merge on this episode of The PVDcast. My guest is Mathew Calvert from Calvert Comics. Mixing skills from the fine arts realm with comic book sensibilities, Mathew has produced some of the most philosophic works in the indie comics space. We will discuss his current projects, as well as his past projects. Mathew shares his philosophy of art, his inspirations and handling setback...

Life is full of change. My guest on this episode of The PVDcast can relate, dealing with some recent and positive changes in his life. Comic creator, Victor Dandridge is that person and we will chat about his new position at an art non-profit organization. But Victor is not giving up on comics! We will also converse about his past projects ( The Samaritan, Origins Unknown, The Trouble with Love, e...

There is always some wrestling news that needs to be discussed. There has been quite a bit of news breaking over the past few weeks and that news will get covered on PVDcast #525. My guest is the creator of the Pop Culture Cosmos podcast, Gerald Glassford. We chat about the recent WWE releases/NXT call-ups. Also covered is the success of Danhausen and Tony Khan's decision-making abilities. Lastly,...