The PVDcast

As spring begins, so does the NHL's Stanley Cup Playoffs! On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by hockey enthusiast, Luc Landry, to discuss the post-season. We give our insight into which series might be entertaining. We also chat about what star players will step up and shine and what team has the best shot at lifting Lord Stanley's Cup. Throw in some news from the past few months and this...

The pro wrestling event of the year happens just nine days from now! Wrestlemania will emanate from Las Vegas and will entertain millions of wrestling fans. On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by the Pro Wrestling Pundits, DJ Joey Blayze and Ringside Rand, as we dissect this huge pay-per-view event. We analyze each match and give our humble opinions on them. We also discuss the builds for...

Ashlee Lawhorn is an actress from Central Ohio and is my guest on PVDcast #472. We chat about her newest project, Air Shift , where she plays a disc jockey who is having one wild night. We also discuss her other roles, including playing a robot in the film, A.I. Amy and a psycho pothead in Stoned . Ashlee even shares details about starring in commercials and an upcoming role where her character pl...

Comic bookstores are the bloodline for comic book fans to get their tales. In recent years, many independent comic book shops have been closing. What is causing this situation? Filmmaker Wes Eastin tries to answer that question with his film, Shopping for Superman. Wes talks to many independent shop owners, as well as some huge names in the industry to get their thoughts on the phenomenon. Wes eve...

The guest on this episode of The PVDcast is an independent comic creator that has built one wild world. Steven Prince is that guest and he joins me to talk about his universe of Monster Matador . This comic is a merging of kaiju, Mad Max, Indiana Jones and lucha libre! We discuss what inspired him to forge this wild world that's teetering on the brink of destruction. We also chat about his various...

A little cross promotion is happening on this episode of The PVDcast. The featured conversation is pulled from the vault of my sister podcast: MatTalk (the only Matlock themed podcast on the planet!) My guest is Nancy Stafford, who played Michelle Thomas on the original Matlock. You will hear about Nancy's background, how she landed the role of Michelle, her relationship with Andy Griffith and mor...

What is your most memorable moment in sports? This question is the reason for this episode of The PVDcast. I am joined by two guests to discuss our answers to that inquiry. George G III from the Dueling Aces podcast and Justin Corleone from the 3 Geeks Podcast are those guests. We share our list of our top three memorable moments in sports. Take a listen and see if you agree with our choices! Don'...

People often ask me what is my favorite PVDcast episode I have produced. The answer is simple: it is episode #165, Live at Wrestle Legends. Why is it my favorite episode? Because it showcases my trip to a local pro wrestling convention, where I was lucky enough to talk to some wrestling legends. On this Encore Episode of episode #165, you will hear my conversations with Cowboy Bob Orton Jr., Tito...

It takes more than just actors and actresses to make a movie. There is a large crew of people behind the scenes on a movie set. On this edition of The PVDcast, I talk with one of those "behind the scenes" people. Jake Reynolds is a cinematographer from the Cincinnati area. We talk about what a cinematographer does and why he pursued a career in cinematography. We also chat about how he got started...

Movies take center stage on this episode of The PVDcast. Joining me for a fun conversation on movies is the YouTube personality and avid film buff, Corey. We discuss his YouTube channel, Wilky's Movies and Music. Corey also shares his experiences of meeting fellow content creators. We will also hear about some recent films we have viewed, and we list our top five favorite films. Lastly, you will l...

Last week, the WWE presented their winter showcase PLE event, the Royal Rumble. The Pro Wrestling Pundits stop by to give their in-depth analysis of the event. We cover the winners of the two Royal Rumble matches, as well as the other bouts on the card. We also discuss future storylines coming out of the event and what matches might be booked for Wrestlemania. Tune in to hear our opinions on these...

It is the beginning of a new year and that can only mean one thing…it is Royal Rumble time! On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by the Pro Wrestling Pundits (DJ Joey Blayze & Ringside Rand) to chat about this WWE event. We will analyze the build up for the matches. We will also make predictions on what surprises might happen on Saturday. Of course, theories on possible winners of their res...

Toys will take center stage on this installment of The PVDcast. I am joined by two independent toy makers: Tim Ellis and Craig Owen. Tim is the man behind Giant Leap Toys; while Craig heads up his company, Zica Toys. These two gents are collaborating on two great toy projects. The first pays homage to the sci-fi TV show, Space: 1999, which is the show's iconic starship, The Eagle: 1976. Secondly,...

The art of acting has been around for thousands of years. While technology and new mediums have emerged, the main goal of acting has stayed the same: to entertain audiences. On episode #461 of The PVDcast, I am joined by Timothy J. Cox. He is an actor, writer and producer from the Dayton area. Over his long career, Timothy has appeared in many plays, films and TV productions. We cover Timothy's ba...

Columbus, Ohio has an amazing podcast community. One of these talented podcasters is the Bearded Comic Bro. On this episode, I sit down with Bro to discuss his podcast. Find out about Bro's beginnings in the podcasting world and how comics were the catalyst for creating his show.   We also chat about his wrestling fandom and Bro's odd toy collection. Want to know what obscure action figures he own...

It is a new year and time for new conversations on The PVDcast. This episode features my conversation with indie comic creator, Alex M. Clark. Alex has created a wild road trip comic called, Lost in the Shuffle . Can two buddies outrun the mob, the FBI and various other unique characters before they get caught or make it safely to Portland? As a side note, our conversation was recorded in December...

As 2024 comes to a close, this episode of The PVDcast will be full of reflection and great conversations. First, I will share the many successes The PVDcast has had over the past 12 months. Then, Sydney Kit and Joshua Whitlow join me to talk about the local indie comics scene. These two will also share details of their many projects too. Celebrate the holidays   with this outstanding year's end ed...

The world of theater is a very creative environment. Many actors, directors, writers and other talented people work hard to produce tales that entertain. On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by Bridget Leak from Cincinnati's Know Theatre. Bridget and I talk about "The Know's" newest production, Die Hard is a Christmas Movie. We cover the origins of the story, pre-production, opening night a...

Certain events happen in late November: Thanksgiving, Black Friday and The Survivor Series! On this episode of The PVDcast, the Pro Wrestling Pundits (DJ Joey Blayze and Ringside Rand) stop by to review this annual WWE event. Joey and Rand give their thoughts on the matches, highlighting their favorite bouts. They will also analyze the fallout of the PLE and predict future storylines for many of t...

This episode of The PVDcast is a special edition. On episode #455, I will chat with not one, but two indie comic creators from Columbus, Ohio. The first guest is Fennek, who shares info about their past, current and future projects. Fennek also discusses their love of animals, educating me on Cavies, which are the stars of their 2024 submission to the C3 Anthology. The second guest is Tony Ferrand...

Some individuals are known simply by one name, like Madonna, Cher and Gumby. On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by an indie comic creator who goes by the name, RAW! In our conversation, we will highlight RAW's past, current and future projects. RAW also shares details on his DIY style of learning his craft. Additionally, RAW and I will discuss his connection to the Columbus Cartoon Coalit...

What does a bear who is a fierce Japanese solider, an intergalactic ninja and Chef Gordon Ramsay have in common? They are all creations of Carl Lucas, my guest on PVDcast #453. Carl and I talk about his various projects, such as Shogun Bear , Captain Devil, The Ramsay Tales and more. Additionally, you will learn about Carl's experience with the Columbus Cartoon Coalition (C3) and his position with...

JM Hunter is a fixture in the Central Ohio indie comic scene. On this episode, JM stops by The PVDcast to chat about his career and his various projects. We discuss his participation in the Columbus Cartoon Coalition (C3) and his contribution to their fall anthology. We will also talk about his projects, Universal Flaws of Robotics and Rantology . JM even shares details on his process for working...

Hockey is enjoyed by millions of people. Comics are also beloved by millions of fans. So, what happens when you combine hockey and comics? You get the world of Mess Bucket Comics. Dom Riggio, the man behind this comics imprint, joins me on this episode to talk about his many projects. First off, we will dive into the background and Kickstarter info for the 4 th issue of Dom's hockey comic, Donnybr...

"Live from New York, it's Saturday Night!" is a famous introduction to one of the most iconic comedy shows ever. My guest on this episode of The PVDcast has a connection to that introduction. Corinne Britti is that guest and she stars in the movie, Saturday Night , which tells the tale of the first episode of SNL. Additionally, we will discuss Corinne's other roles in Condor's Nest and For Sale ....