Matthew Cementina

Showing Promise

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Showing Promise is a general-discussion podcast "hosted" by me, Matt. I had the idea of making a podcast back in 2021, and in true perfectionist fashion, I kind of actually sort of started working on it in 2022. If you know me, you know I talk a lot, so this felt like a logical outlet for all those words. Episodes often drift toward music (because I love it), but really, anything goes. I just enjoy talking to people. So, while there’s no set theme or schedule— to heck with the algorithm —you can expect frequent banter, colorful commentary, and the occasional crass detour. Sometimes it's me and...

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Matthew Cementina

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When We Were Young Fest & Ranking Paramore Albums 28.11.2022 2:03:47

It's been just over a month since my weekend in Las Vegas at the first ever When We Were Young Festival, and I'm still not sure I've fully recovered. In this episode, I'm sharing my full experience at the festival, as well as my thoughts on the event overall. And to close this one out, I thought it would be fun to talk about one of the festival's headliners, Paramore. They...

Horror Icon Clash: Michael Myers Vs Dracula with John Doe 14.11.2022 2:35:13

It might be November, but we’re still creepin’ it real. Halloween may be back in its grave for now, but the horror talk never dies. I’m joined by my mysterious, super-secret guest — known only as “John Doe” — to dive into classic horror movies, iconic characters, and even some killer movie ideas of our own. But wait, there’s more! We also take a detour down memory lane, chatting about our favori...

Tales From The Crypt: Eerie Encounters with Crystal Saenz 31.10.2022 3:22:56

Let’s get spooky. Just in time for Halloween, I’m joined by my friend Crystal for a chilling journey into the eerie and unexplained. From ghost stories and haunted places to creepy movies and the strange corners of the supernatural, this episode is packed with everything you need to get into the spirit of the season. Whether you’re carving pumpkins, mixing potions, or just in the mood for a scare,...

blink-182 Is Back! My Album Ranking from Least to Most Favorite 11.10.2022 1:59:58

Well, here goes nothing. It's my first solo episode! If you're thinking, "There’s no way this guy can talk to himself for two hours," think again. Because here it is. With the recent (hopefully today) announcements about blink-182, I thought this was the perfect time to dive deep into the band's music — sharing not just my personal album rankings, but also stories, opinio...

Fire And Tinder And Birds, Oh My! with Corie Ferguson 27.09.2022 1:08:27

Holy crap, it happened again. It's another one! For episode 3 of Showing Promise, I am joined by my dearly beloved friend, Corie Ferguson. Hang out with us as Corie and I go off the cuff, sharing our thoughts on some hard-hitting topics, like lost birds, tinder escapades, pyramid schemes, and more! Thank you, Corie! Instagram: @coriefergieferg Sound Engineer: John Sallee Thank you for listeni...

Who You Gonna Call? Ghosts, Glitches, and Great Power with Lano Pecina 05.09.2022 2:54:19

Woah! It's episode 2! For geeks around the globe, just hearing the words "episode two" can trigger a lot of unpleasant memories, but I'm hoping to deliver a much more enjoyable experience. For the second episode of Showing Promise, my guest Lano Pecina and I discuss a few flicks that we watched over a weekend, all of which had a "throwback" feel to them. First starti...

The Coming Out Episode with Stuart Stock-Tucker 01.08.2022 1:34:54

In the debut episode of the Showing Promise podcast, I'm hanging with my best bromo, Stuart Stock-Tucker. Stuart and I have a storied history, abundant with great moments and memories, but none perhaps more monumental than the night of his coming out. It has now been just over a decade since then, and we are taking a look back on life in and out of the closet. In this episode, Stuart shares h...