Pond's Press
398 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsFriendly critic and charity contributor on the spectrum! We commentate over entertainment and life happenings with a comedic and informative angle.
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Episodes
The Gaming Tadpole (The Current State Of PlayStation)
August 08, 2020 19:17 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBLukas from The Lan Party joins in on covering all the news from this week in gaming far as PlayStation goes, then get into reviews for SUPERHOT: MIND CONTROL DELETE & Crysis: Remastered on Switch. Check out #LanParties: https://www.reviewjournal.com/podcasts/lan-parties/ Support #PondsPress On #Patreon: patreon.com/pondspress
De'shilee Dobson Interview (Happiness At Home)
August 04, 2020 13:01 - 56 minutes - 52.2 MBI talk to the incredibly sweet De'shilee about enjoying stay-cation, despite everything that's going on in the world. https://livingwithdee.home.blog/2020/07/27/surprise/ Support #PondsPress On #Patreon: patreon.com/pondspress
The Variety Pond (I Want My Muppets Now)
August 02, 2020 12:41 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MBWe give our thoughts on the new Disney Plus show #MuppetsNow, along with talking about the original Muppets movie. Support #PondsPress On #Patreon: patreom.com/pondspress
Tanisha D. Davis Interview (Creating Positivity For The Black Community)
August 02, 2020 00:42 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MBI talk to Tanisha D. Davis about her work as a magazine publisher, a book author and a podcast host, all on celebrating the positivity in the black communities. Check her work out at: https://femimagazine.org/ https://open.spotify.com/show/32h97Y2hRDFgCIT7lzxhUC Support #PondsPress On #Patreon: patreon.com/pondspress
The Pond Theater (Beyonce Is Disney)
August 01, 2020 15:33 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBCody and I review "Black Is King", "Never Rarely Sometimes Always" & "Fatal Affair", along with talking about Patreon plans. Support #PondsPress On #Patreon: patreon.com/pondspress
Salome Costello Interview (The Journey From Ireland To Canada)
August 01, 2020 00:57 - 1 hour - 65.6 MBI talk to Salome about life on Canada from Ireland as a black woman, along with her plans into the world of science, life and makeup. https://instagram.com/salomecostello/ Support #PondsPress On #Patreon: patreon.com/pondspress
The Gaming Tadpole (Marvel's Katamari)
July 31, 2020 22:32 - 1 hour - 57 MBRianna joins me to talk about the recent Marvel's Avengers stream to see if whether or not we'll get excited for the incoming release of #SqaureEnix's new adaptation of the iconic superhero franchise. Along with that are impressions on Katamari Reroll and thoughts on #Nintendo's handling of the #EVO2020 situation. https://www.twitch.tv/hermione617 Support #PondsPress On #Patreon: patreon.com/pondspress
Deezumaki Interview (Keeping Yourself Going As A Cosplayer/Makeup Artist At This Time)
July 30, 2020 12:12 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MBI talk to talented cosplayer/makeup model who goes by on the internet as "Deezumaki", who has been getting quite a following for her work. We talk about that, but more importantly, how to continue your love of cosplay/makeup when there's no cons (for the most part) to attend to. https://www.instagram.com/_deezumaki_/ Support #PondsPress on #Patreon: patreon.com/pondspress
Senita Appiakorang Interview (Ireland Podcaster And Singer On The Current Year We're In)
July 27, 2020 13:31 - 59 minutes - 54 MBI talk to singer/podcaster, Senita Appiakorang, about the work she produces as a talented artist. Also, we do talk about COVID-19 and racism from her perspective, especially with what's going on in Ireland. https://listen.dublindigitalradio.com/home Support #PondsPress On #Patreon!: patreon.com/pondspress
Tee Lee Interview (Finding The Joy In Empowering Women Regardless Of Color)
July 27, 2020 13:25 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBI talk to Tee Lee about her wonderful female empowering charity, jewelry and success in becoming the most recent #MissCalifornia. Follow up the mentioned organizations and their upcoming events: Tee Lee @TeeSellsJewelry Teesellsjewelry.com @SheIsFoundationNetwork Sheisfoundationnetwork.org Womens Summit: SheIs101.Eventbrite.com heroicinnerkids.org Support #PondsPress On #Patreon: patreon.com/pondspress
Winnie Ama Interview (Joyous Black European Vocalist, Wanting A Better World)
July 25, 2020 22:14 - 1 hour - 57 MBI talk to Winnie Ama about her love for singing covers and original music, why it makes her so darn happy all the time, but also, why we all can agree that this world needs change! https://winnieama.com/ Suppert #PondsPress on #Patreon: patreon.com/pondspress Take a look at this #genderdisparityreport about Ireland and help fight for change: https://www.hotpress.com/music/new-report-reveals-shocking-gender-disparity-in-irish-radio-22820283
The Pond Theater (Fast And Fierce: Animal Crackers)
July 25, 2020 15:03 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBOn today's upload of #ThePondTheater, we review #FastAndFierceDeathRace, #AnimalCrackers & #TheKissingBooth2! #PondsPress Is On #Patreon: patreon.com/pondspress.
A Ship Of Human Skin Re-Review (What We Think Of It Now)
July 25, 2020 14:01 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBA year or two ago, I reviewed a movie called #AShipOfHumanSkin and teared it apart. Now in 2020, with updated eyes and a co-host, can my view on this film change as well? Support #PondsPress On #Patreon: patreon.com/pondspress.
The Gaming Tadpole Mini (I'm Underwhelmed By Xbox Series X)
July 23, 2020 19:09 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBI give my take on the recent "Xbox Games Showcase", along with some other news highlights of the week. Support #PondsPress on #Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/pondspress
Black Princess Peach Interview (Empowering Diversity Cosplay And Overcoming Social Anxiety)
July 22, 2020 20:45 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBI talk to who is known on the internet as the Black Princess Peach about embracing diverse cosplay, while also overcoming social anxiety. https://www.instagram.com/blackprincesspeach/ Support Us At patreon.com/pondspress/
The Gaming Tadpole (Geoff's Summer Of Gaming July Show And More)
July 21, 2020 13:06 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBPatrick from #TheLanCave joins me in talking about the most recent #SummerOfGaming stream, the "Gamer Girl" controversy and #impressions on the new EA Original, "Rocket Arena". https://www.facebook.com/TheLanCave/
The Variety Pond (Nolan At-Home)
July 20, 2020 13:32 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBChristopher Nolan was to release a new movie this month, but since WB forced him into delaying the movie for the safety of others, we take a look at three of his films that may relate the most to Tenet, being "Following", "Inception" and "Interstellar"!
Lena Nozizwe On Cultural Storytelling
July 19, 2020 17:14 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBLena Nozizwe goes over some of her greatest stories in her career. http://nozizwe.com/
Lena Nozizwe On The Political Climate
July 19, 2020 16:58 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBLena Nozizwe gives her take on the current political climate we're in. http://nozizwe.com/
Guernica Williams Interview (Getting Your Work Out There Online)
July 18, 2020 21:12 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBI talk to the owner of #After6MediaLLC, Guernica Williams, on her life as a publicist, but also, advice on how to promote your work out on the internet. https://www.after6mediallc.com/
The Pond Theater (The Call Of The Catch-Ups)
July 18, 2020 00:40 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MBOn this upload, we catch up on 2020 films we have yet to see, and I'll be going with "Call of the Wild 2020" & "The Hunt 2020".
The Gaming Tadpole Mini (Next Gen Production, Old Games Update And More)
July 17, 2020 14:01 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBAll the big video game news of the week 7/12/20-7/17/20, wrapped up in 30 minutes. The theme of this is regarding old games getting or removing custom items, next generation productions and even games getting removed from their digital stories. Check it out!
Blvck Wolf Interview (Cosplayer/Book Enthusiast On Getting Creative With Closet Cosplays And More)
July 16, 2020 23:35 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBI talk to Tia Bia, or who has been getting attention under "Blvck Wolf", where she's been replicating iconic cartoon characters from the 90s or 2000s within a small or absent budget. Of course, we talk about the fun of cosplay and going to cons, geeking out on entertainment and more! https://www.instagram.com/blvck.wolf/ Chengeto's book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1698659008/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_awdb_t1_sOSQDbPHGRKGF
Erica Raquel Interview (Beauty Model/Blogger On Promoting Self And Other Black Creatives/Businesses)
July 15, 2020 23:10 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBI interview Erica Raquel about her fashion & lifestyle magazine, "GrandFashLife", along with being a fashion model and trying to get yourself out there as a #creativeofcolor with #BLM not being trendy. https://grandfashlife.com/
Jeanina Filipina Interview (Black-Filipina Fashion Model On Self-Care And Fun)
July 15, 2020 16:54 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MBI talk to Instagram star Jeanina Filipina about the love for fashion and fun, even during the 2020 times. Also being a nurse, we do talk about her viewpoint on #COVID19 at its current status. https://www.instagram.com/Jeaninafilipina/ https://www.youtube.com/c/PrettieGirlGangTV/ https://www.calimentality.com/ Galaxy Gear: https://linktr.ee/Galaxygear
Messeret Stroman Wheeler Interview (The American Slavery Project's Importance)
July 15, 2020 01:23 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBI talk to Messeret Stroman Wheeler about The American Slavery Project and why the preservation of forgotten history is important. Also, she did voice-overs for many recognizable companies. https://www.americanslaveryproject.org/ MesseretStromanWheeler.com
The Gaming Tadpole Mini (Ubisoft And That Void Terrarium)
July 14, 2020 23:40 - 17 minutes - 16.5 MBIn this Mini episode of #TheGamingTadpole, I give my take on the current state of Ubisoft and my feelings towards the company. Then, quick impressions on #VoidTerrarium, a new RPG by NIS America.
Tiffany Witcher Interview (Voice Actress On Representation And More)
July 14, 2020 12:33 - 1 hour - 80.3 MBI talk to the wonderful Tiffany Witcher about her work in voice acting, but also, the importance of diversity, keeping others safe and healthy, but especially, having a good time! https://tiffanywitcher.com/
Muhyi Interview (Using AfroTwin Productions To Support Cultures)
July 13, 2020 10:43 - 57 minutes - 53.1 MBI talk to Muhyi about using the power of filmmaking to support different cultures, making good crowdfunding strategies and more! https://www.afrotwinproductions.com/
The Pond Theater (The Old Desperados)
July 12, 2020 19:29 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBWe review three currently-streaming movies, Desperadoes 2020 & The Old Guard via Netflix, and Greyhound via Apple TV Plus!
Celaviedmai Interview (Ireland-Based Rapper Fighting Hate With Love)
July 11, 2020 19:31 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MBI talk to the Ireland-based rapper, Celaviedmai, about her talent as a successful hip-hop artist, the work and love into making the songs, and more. https://songwhip.com/celaviedmai/
Pretty KB Interview (Making Wigs And Treats During COVID-19)
July 11, 2020 17:03 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBI talk to who is known on Twitter as "Pretty KB", but runs a wig business under "KGalorehair" and a sweets shop under "KB's Treat Shop". We talk about balancing all this during #COVID19 and just keeping yourself going with everything, along with of course the wonderful creations she has made for sweet tooths and wig lovers. https://www.facebook.com/kbtreatshop/ https://www.facebook.com/kgalorehair/
Savanna Raymond Interview (The Importance Of Positivity In Geek Culture)
July 11, 2020 12:29 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBI talk to Savanna Raymond of #SavvyRayStudios, a sole cosplayer, freelance photographer and film producer. We talk about how despite everything, she remains motivated and happy, not ever wanting someone to leave a live stream without a smile or pass by her at a convention without being in a good mood. https://www.savviray.com/
Tamieka Briscoe Interview (Film Director Of QT Series And More)
July 10, 2020 10:21 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MBI talk to the director/writer/producer of the found footage dramady, "QT Series", Tamieka Briscoe and how she turned COVID-19 into a new creative opportunity for diverse storytelling. Check out the show here!: https://www.youtube.com/c/qtseries
Earth & Fire Interview (Crafting & Selling Jewelry During The Pandemic)
July 08, 2020 23:17 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBI talk to the mom & daughter business "Earth & Fire", led by Tami & Krystal, about their work, positive family relationships and working through COVID-19! https://earthandfire.shop/
Chengeto Mayowe Interview (Professional Poet From Zimbabwe)
July 08, 2020 13:09 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBI talk to a wonderful poet from Zimbabwe, Africa, who writes short stories about her own life experiences, later compiling some together in a book called "Deja Vu". Learn about her and her strategies to getting yourself out there as a creative writer, along with other things! https://chengetomay.com/ Get Deja Vu on Amazon!: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1698659008/ref=cm_sw_r_wa_awdb_t1_sOSQDbPHGRKGF Podcasting Schedule: https://pondspress.wordpress.com/2020/07/06/podcasting-schedule-7-6-20-7-...
The Gaming Tadpole (Ninjala & PS4 Status)
July 07, 2020 23:25 - 52 minutes - 48 MBKevin joins me to talk about Ninjala, the high pre-order numbers for Horizon Zero Dawn on PC & the two-way harassment on The Last of Us 2's reception. Podcasting Schedule: https://pondspress.wordpress.com/2020/07/06/podcasting-schedule-7-6-20-7-11-20/
Central Park Season 1 Impressions And The Rabbithole Of Stunt Casting
July 06, 2020 18:23 - 33 minutes - 31 MBWe discuss thoughts on the show Central Park, along with the whole crazy rabbithole of stunt-casting with news of the character Molly getting recasted.
The Variety Pond (Hamilton Hamilton)
July 05, 2020 23:36 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBWe talk about the recorded Hamilton play on Disney Plus, Sunday School Musical & Newsies (1992). The Past Week's Podcasting Schedule: https://pondspress.wordpress.com/2020/06/29/podcasting-schedule-6-29-20-7-4-20/
The Gaming Tadpole Mini (EVO Cancelled, Game Costs & Demos)
July 03, 2020 23:13 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MBWhat do you do when there's no co-host? You make a shorter episode! I give my impressions on Exophobia & Genesis Noir, along with going over four of the biggest gaming news stories of the week! Exophobia Dev Interview: https://soundcloud.com/pondspress/interview-with-zarc-attack-developer-of-exophobia Podcast schedule: https://pondspress.wordpress.com/2020/06/29/podcasting-schedule-6-29-20-7-4-20/
Mandy & Brandon Interview (Starting A Twitch During The Pandemic)
July 02, 2020 22:47 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBMandy & Brandon are a pair going into the Twitch-streaming game. We talk about getting yourself out there as a streamer, among other things. https://www.twitch.tv/Brandfaith https://www.twitch.tv/nicparkerman
It's Not Over (Supporting #BLM After It Stops Trending)
July 02, 2020 13:26 - 1 hour - 62 MBTekforce comes back on to help share updated thoughts on the current affairs with Black Lives Matter, including how to still put yourself out there despite the hashtags no longer trending. Tekforce's new single "U.N.I.F.Y.": https://tekforce1.bandcamp.com/track/u-n-i-f-y/ https://www.facebook.com/TekForceLives/ All of the creatives of color content I've made since the uprising with Black Lives Matter. Title of the link tells you what you'll get: https://soundcloud.com/pondspress/adam-kare...
Interview With Zarc Attack (Developer Of Exophobia)
June 30, 2020 17:15 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBI talk to José Castanheira of Zarc Attack about his new game, #Exophobia! http://zarcattack.com/ Podcasting schedule!: https://pondspress.wordpress.com/2020/06/29/podcasting-schedule-6-29-20-7-4-20/
The Gaming Tadpole (Spongebob's Cafe)
June 30, 2020 00:36 - 1 hour - 62 MBChris Flood joins in to talk about #SpongebobSquarepants #BattleForBikiniBottomRehydrated, #PokemonCafeMix & #Crash4 microtransactions. Podcast schedule: https://pondspress.wordpress.com/2020/06/29/podcasting-schedule-6-29-20-7-4-20/
The Pond Theater (Best Movies Of 2020 So Far)
June 28, 2020 17:32 - 1 hour - 99.7 MBWe talk about Jon Stewart's Irresistible, the Will Ferrell-starred Eurovision movie and each of our top 5 favorite movies of 2020 so far!
The Gaming Tadpole (Joy's Summer 2020 Gaming)
June 28, 2020 12:53 - 1 hour - 75.7 MBLevel Joy comes on to talk about her favorite game reveals of Summer 2020 so far. Then, I review Pokemon: Isle of Armor DLC, followed by us talking about this past week's news headlines.
The Variety Pond (FilipinoFest 2020)
June 27, 2020 23:23 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBIn honor of a couple of incredible Filipina creatives, we talk about three filipino movies we found on Netflix and tell you if they're worth watching. https://www.roluckey.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv3MXo0YfBq_1pmmKqn-V9A https://www.facebook.com/ficascaistanbulturkey/
The Gaming Tadpole (New Game Plus & Reviewer Oddity)
June 25, 2020 10:07 - 1 hour - 78.9 MBWe give our thoughts on #NewGamePlusExpo stream, #DoraTheExplorerJourneyToThePurplePlanet & #TheLastofUs2 review controversy!
Pond's Peeps: Melanie Jackson On Staying Fit And Happy Right Now
June 24, 2020 11:42 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBThe first friend I've ever made at a convention is now making a living off of training people on their workout plans online. We talk about that, how it can even benefit convention-goers at home and of course, being a black woman during times of elevated racism, her own perspective on all this. Check her out!: https://www.facebook.com/geishafitness1/
Trixi Agiao Interview (Filipina Entertainer & Mental Health Expert)
June 24, 2020 09:31 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MBI talk to Trixi of The Thoughtful Beast about bringing cultures together, especially for #BLM and the rise in Filipino-Asian representation. Also, we discuss the importance of mental health and disabilities. https://thethoughtfulbeast.com/ Additionally, check out my filipina friend #ScribeoOfTales, who inspires me to do these diversity interviews! http://scribeoftales.contactin.bio/