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Pond's Peeps: Jason Dilworth (SCNS: Live Host)
June 22, 2020 22:36 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBI talk to Jason Dilworth about his entertainment podcast SCNS Live, along with the changes he's made due to COVID-19. We also bring up Tekforce and his new single. www.facebook.com/SCNSLive https://www.youtube.com/user/TheUntitledSCNS/ https://tekforce1.bandcamp.com/track/u-n-i-f-y/
The Gaming Tadpole (EA's New Blood)
June 20, 2020 20:51 - 1 hour - 89.5 MBOn this episode of #TheGamingTadpole, Chris Flood an I discuss EA's recent stream event, the Custom Robo successor Synaptic Drive & New Blood's new FPS titles, with demo impressions.
Miss Juneteenth Review (A Loving, Educational Family Story)
June 20, 2020 11:23 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBMy thoughts on the wonderful heartfelt drama, Miss Juneteenth, presented by Denton Black Film Festival. Watch it here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/amzn1.dv.gti.86b91995-f66a-7401-2f12-65edff41ca55?autoplay=1&ref_=atv_cf_strg_wb DBFF's Juneteenth Virtual Pop-Up Film Event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yXtmtdo5su0
My Thoughts On DBFF's Juneteenth 20': Virtual Pop Up Film Event
June 19, 2020 12:12 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBI talk about my expeirence with the #DentonBlackFilmFestival's #Juneteenth 20': #Virtual Pop Up #Film Event, which can be watched here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yXtmtdo5su0 Next Juneteenth Events: Miss Juneteenth: https://www.facebook.com/events/2652759968338324/ Juneteenth Live Music Show: https://www.facebook.com/events/170002991118654/ http://dentonbff.com Lhars's Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/lharsebersold
Deandra Interview (Host Of The Black Princess Diaries)
June 18, 2020 20:41 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBI chat with black beauty queen Deandra about her blog/podcast called #TheBlackPrincessDiaries, a platform of diverse conversations and life motivations! https://theblackprincessdiaries.com/
Vick Krishna & Piyali Syam Interview (Gotham, 7PM & Strong Relationships)
June 17, 2020 11:38 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MBI talk to the adorable American Indian couple about their growing strengths in not only acting, but #writing and #directing as well. https://www.vickkrishna.com/ http://www.piyalisyam.com/ https://www.youtube.com/user/vickkrishnafilms/featured https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDD93fWm00PoYXaCUtBwfIg
Patrick Ladonis Interview (Creator Of Black LGBTQ Dramady "SCALES")
June 15, 2020 22:52 - 56 minutes - 52 MBI talk to Patrick Ladonis on how he went from being in #ATimeToKill to running a series about complex gay relationships known as #SCALES! So much interesting info to know from this man! https://www.youtube.com/c/SCALESthewebseries/ https://www.facebook.com/scalesvol1/ https://revry.tv/
The Gaming Tadpole (PS5 And That Custom Robo)
June 13, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 76.4 MBWe give our thoughts on the #PS5 reveal stream, which includes the console, but also what was announced. Additionally, we talk a little bit about ign.com's Summer of Gaming and Nintendo's underrated Custom Robo franchise. This past week's recordings: https://pondspress.wordpress.com/2020/06/10/podcasting-schedule-6-9-20-6-12-20/
The Pond Theater (Fowl Crime)
June 13, 2020 15:44 - 1 hour - 81.8 MBWe review Spike Lee's Da 5 Bloods, Artemis Fowl's movie adaptation, The Last Days of American Crime movie & Fantasy Island 2020! The past week's recordings: https://pondspress.wordpress.com/2020/06/10/podcasting-schedule-6-9-20-6-12-20/ Reel Movie News: https://share.transistor.fm/s/e4370d3a?fbclid=IwAR310Jp1f9JULrqOSTqGLO0xf2WempSwiWbqiH1ePuviU31RVzYJ0dfXrXI
The Black Mastadonte Interview (A.K.A. Marcus)
June 10, 2020 01:09 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MBI talk to #TheBlackMastadonte about his career as a YouTuber, his content and continuing on with things during uncertain times. The Black Mastadonte: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYn-cP0-yFjLwlAMFgycOxw/featured Protodroid DeLTA: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/adamkareem/protodroid-delta-0 This week's podcast schedule: https://pondspress.wordpress.com/2020/06/10/podcasting-schedule-6-9-20-6-12-20/
Supporting Black Lives From At Home (#SayNoToRacism)
June 08, 2020 11:49 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB"You shouldn't have to be of a different color to see human rights being violated". We have a serious discussion about #BLM, along with how movie enthusiasts or anyone else can support the movement at their own homes. https://www.facebook.com/SpacePrincessCosplay421/ @spaceprincesscosplay on Instagram Denton Black Film Fest: http://dentonbff.com/ Their next event: https://www.facebook.com/events/889366594844634/ Geisha Fitness: https://www.facebook.com/geishafitness1/ Search #BlackCreati...
My Thoughts On The DFW South Asian Pandemic Programming Festival
June 07, 2020 12:18 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBA last-minute festival coverage of a weekly online event hosted by the DFW South Asian Film Festival. Check it out: http://www.dfwsaff.com/
Adam Kareem Interview (Protodroid DeLTA Developer)
June 07, 2020 10:21 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MBI talk to Adam Kareem about his projects, including Protodroid DeLTA and representation in games. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/adamkareem/protodroid-delta-0 https://adamkareem.itch.io/
The Gaming Tadpole (The Last Of The Chex)
June 06, 2020 10:36 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MBWe discuss about whether or not The Last of Us Part II will be a success despite numerous controversies. Then, I give my thoughts on Chex Quest HD. Help bail the peaceful protesters: http://communitybailfundofntx.org/ Here's some gaming-related black creatives to check out!: Tekforce: https://www.facebook.com/TekForceLives/ Black Game Devs: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vQg9XFlHtZK_RAcPAuHjHuv6KOLVdNpmX6-2ub4A72Jl9ghYJkS4DNXUoM8MHoC_9HSgoUHY_eWjAbr/ Rich Da Kidd: https:...
The Gaming Tadpole (Supporting #BlackLivesMatter As A Gamer)
June 05, 2020 12:23 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBTime for a needed discussion! We talk about ways you as a gamer can support Black Lives Matter. Help bail the peaceful protesters: http://communitybailfundofntx.org/ Here's some gaming-related black creatives to check out!: Tekforce: https://www.facebook.com/TekForceLives/ Black Game Devs: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vQg9XFlHtZK_RAcPAuHjHuv6KOLVdNpmX6-2ub4A72Jl9ghYJkS4DNXUoM8MHoC_9HSgoUHY_eWjAbr/ Rich Da Kidd: https://linktr.ee/DeathMonkeyXL IBlue Cosplay: https://www...
My Thoughts On The Dallas VideoFest 24 Hour Film Race
June 01, 2020 11:25 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBI got to check out the Dallas VideoFest 24-Hour Student Film Race last night. My thoughts here! For future Dallas VideoFest events: http://videofest.org/ The next 24-Hour Film Race: http://www.filmracing.com/24hour Email me at [email protected]
The Pond Theater (Becoming The High Note)
May 30, 2020 17:10 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBWe review four movies very few people will give a crud about, but we'll talk about them anyway because we saw them. The films in question are "The High Note", "The Wrong Missy", "Dangerous Lies" & "Becoming".
My Thoughts On The Pegasus Film Festival 2020
May 30, 2020 12:08 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBI talked with some of the organizers of Pegasus Film Festival. Now, I give my thoughts on the event itself! https://www.pegasusfilmfestival.com/
The Gaming Tadpole (Spongebob's Video Game License)
May 29, 2020 11:54 - 1 hour - 86.6 MBToday on #TheGamingTadpole, Chris Flood and I talk extensively about Spongebob and the video game license, along with a review for #SpongebobSquarepantsMovieVideoGame. Additionally, we give our thoughts on the #indiegame Slayin 2 and what we want to see in the next PlayStation console.
The Gaming Tadpole (Sucker Punch Is Great & PETA Is Weird)
May 27, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 75.8 MBWe give our thoughts on Sucker Punch's first game, #RocketRobotOnWheels, Nat West's #IslandSaver and PETA's odd relationship with video games.
Crazy Bad Movie: Titanic 2 (You Learn So Much About The Asylum)
May 24, 2020 14:28 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBWe return to The Asylum to talk about their sequel to James Cameron's Titanic!
The Variety Pond (Sensational Love)
May 24, 2020 13:39 - 1 hour - 87.4 MBOn today's episode of The Variety Pond, we talk about "The Lovebirds", "Breakfast At Tiffany's", "Groundhog Day" & "Titanic 2".
The Gaming Tadpole (Paper Mafia)
May 23, 2020 21:54 - 1 hour - 74.1 MBToday, we talk about impressions on #Obey & #PaperMario64, along with some technical controversies with the this week's biggest releases. Karl: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCukzDydyQZYcou85EcCPt9w Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/mrmedia82
The Gaming Tadpole (Elder Scrolls Blades Is...)
May 23, 2020 11:30 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBWe give our thoughts on the full release of Elder Scrolls Blades from two different platforms. Then, we talk about the week's big news in gaming, including microtranactions in Tony Hawk Pro Skater Remaster, System Shock's new development plans and more!
Crazy Bad Movie: Barney's Great Adventure (Barney Is A Creep)
May 18, 2020 13:14 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBBarney was apart of so many's beloved childhoods, I sincerely hope they don't look back in retrospective as the character, and his big blockbuster movie, has not aged the way you'd think.
The Variety Pond (William Barney Castle)
May 18, 2020 12:14 - 1 hour - 89.6 MBWe pay tribute to William Castle by going over three of his cult-classics. Before that, a review of a film that was both myself & Lauren's very first movie experience ever.
The Gaming Tadpole (Project Ghost)
May 17, 2020 12:53 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBOn the latest episode of The Gaming Tadpole, we do a retro review for Project Snowblind, and give our thoughts on this week's biggest announcements!
The Pond Theater (Scooby!)
May 16, 2020 16:09 - 1 hour - 83.6 MBToday on #ThePondTheater, we #review the new Scooby-Doo movie, a special edition of CATS & two heart-felt indie films, How To Build A Girl & The Half of It!
Crazy Bad Movie: CATS BUTTHOLE CUT (Barely Changes Anything)
May 16, 2020 13:48 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MBDoes the Butthole Cut of CATS enhance the CATS movie-going experience? The answer will surprise you...I suppose.
Sumana & Grayson On 2020 Student Festivals
May 16, 2020 09:43 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBHigh school seniors Sumana & Grayson come on to talk about this year's student festivals making the jump to online and achieving their goals through the comfort of their own homes. Pegasus Film Festival (May 29th): https://www.pegasusfilmfestival.com/ 24-Hour Video Race Virtual (May 29th-30th): https://videofest.org/festivals/24-hour-video-race-virtual/
The Gaming Tadpole (Tonight We Scoob!)
May 13, 2020 11:43 - 1 hour - 71.2 MBToday on The Gaming Tadpole, Chase & Patrick talk about Scooby-Doo! Unmasked, Tonight We Riot & live digital pressers, starting with Microsoft's recent mixed bag! Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/thelancave Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thelancave Twitter - @TheLANCave
Crazy Bad Movie: 007 Die Another Day (Early 2000s Bond)
May 11, 2020 18:06 - 26 minutes - 24 MBIs 2002's 007 Die Another Day, one of the worst James Bond movies ever? Well...
The Variety Pond (007 Wars)
May 11, 2020 17:15 - 1 hour - 83.4 MBChase, Michael & Lauren talk about the Pierce Brosnan era of James Bond, Clone Wars season 7 on #DisneyPlus & #FraggleRock on #AppleTVPlus!
The Gaming Tadpole (Infinite Streets)
May 10, 2020 12:34 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBBrett and myself give some bonus thoughts on #StreetsofRage4, along with an impressions on #InfiniteBeyondTheMind, along with all the news coming out regarding #MortalKombat & #TheLastofUs! Enblessen: https://www.twitch.tv/enblessen
The Gaming Tadpole (Cloudbase Streets)
May 08, 2020 12:28 - 1 hour - 74.5 MBChase & Karl give impressions on Streets of Rage 4, Cloudbase Prime and cover release confirmations, along with controversies. Karl: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCukzDydyQZYcou85EcCPt9w Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/mrmedia82
Crazy Bad Movie: Battle Star Wars (Battle Beyond The Stars)
May 02, 2020 17:13 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBChase & Justin return to #TheAsylum to check out #BattleStarWars, the ultimate #StarWars knock-off of Star Wars knock-offs. It was something...
The Pond Theater (Battle Kombat)
May 02, 2020 16:23 - 1 hour - 80.1 MBChase, Cody & Justin review the animated Mortal Kombat film, subtitled "Scorpion's Revenge", the bonkers film "Battle Star Wars", the animated twisted novel adaptation, "The Wiloughbys" & the Bestie Boys documentary on #AppleTvPlus!
The Gaming Tadpole with Patrick (Crossing The Updates)
April 30, 2020 14:43 - 1 hour - 88.3 MBMyself and Patrick talk about Animal Crossing updates, Call of Duty Modern Warfare, Starcrossed, release dates for summer games & Final Fantasy 7 Remake sequel comments. The LAN Cave: https://www.facebook.com/TheLanCave/ Starcrossed: https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/starcrossed-switch/
Crazy Bad Movie: Trolland (More Terrifying Than CATS)
April 26, 2020 19:36 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBLauren and I watched the entirety of #TheAsylum's Trolland, starring the Fyre Festival's own Ja Rule & THE Dick Van Dyke. Boy, was this movie something...I suppose we should call it a movie...or a nightmarish acid trip.
The Variety Pond With Michael & Lauren (Early 2020 Hits)
April 26, 2020 18:41 - 1 hour - 91.3 MBToday on #TheVarietyPond with myself, Michael & Lauren, we review films that were based on or inspired by 2020 successes. Prior to that, we also took a look at #Netflix's Extraction, starring Chris Hemsworth and produced by The Russo Brothers.
Pond's Peeps: Sabrina Pandora and the Pandemic
April 21, 2020 22:30 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBSabrina Pandora comes on to talk about her comic series, being in the middle of a pandemic and among other things. Check out: https://www.giantgirladventures.com/
The Pond Theater (Ella Bella Banker)
April 19, 2020 16:05 - 1 hour - 109 MBChase, Cody & Justin talk about the latest movie releases, along with a discussion regarding the film industry at its current state. We got two biopic, #Sergio2020 & #TheBanker, along with a crazy movie called #EllaBellaBingo. Check it out!
Crazy Bad Movie: Ella Bella Bingo (2020's Racist Kids Movie)
April 18, 2020 20:21 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBA segment of our (Ella Bella Banker) episode, where I reviewed the crazy Ella Bella Bingo movie, in all it's race ignorance and pure narrative stupidity. https://soundcloud.com/pondspress/the-pond-theater-ella-bella-banker
Pond's Peeps: Kelly Kitchens and the At-Home Movie Expeirence
April 15, 2020 23:29 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBKelly Kitchens talks about the ups and downs of what's currently going on with the film world. http://www.tcm.com/ https://earthx.org/film/
Pond's Peeps: Keely During COVID-19
April 15, 2020 15:19 - 1 hour - 60 MBCosplay mom Keely Graesser talks about being a stay-at-home, teaching kids and going to conventions, but more importantly, how she's taking advantage of the current situation. https://www.facebook.com/munchkincosplay/ https://www.facebook.com/therebellegion/
The Variety Pond with Michael & Lauren (Quaid's Trolls)
April 12, 2020 19:45 - 1 hour - 93.3 MBChase, Michael & Lauren check out three films that co-stars Dennis Quaid, to see how any of them hold up today. Before that, Chase got to see Trolls World Tour and will start off with his review of said sequel!
Pond's Peeps: David Doub's New Kickstarter Plan
April 10, 2020 12:36 - 53 minutes - 49.2 MBI talk to David Doub of his works at creating independent comics and how he's continuing his work during this time, including the latest Kickstarter campaign! Dusk Comics: https://www.facebook.com/duskcomic/ Email him at: [email protected] Kickstarter page: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/demonsinthedarkness/dusk-vs-cheerleader-karate-school/
Pond's Peeps: Mermaid Tanya During Quarantine
April 10, 2020 11:10 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBI talk to an old friend on how she became who is known in the cosplay community for mermaid modeling and cosplaying as classic Disney characters. Also, we talk about how we are going through these current times. Check her out at: https://www.facebook.com/MermaidPrincessTanya/ See the rest of her work all through: https://linktr.ee/mermaidprincesstanya/
Pond's Peeps: Velvet Lock's Artistic Passion
April 10, 2020 09:49 - 29 minutes - 27 MBI talk to Velvet Locks (or Locks Velvet) on her love for cosplay and art, but even specifically, how she's keeping that going during the times we are in. For art commissions and sessions with Velvet, email her at: [email protected] Check out her Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Locks-Velvet-354162588616064/ Become a patron at: https://www.patreon.com/Velvetlockscosplay
Pond's Peeps: Tekforce's Music Talent & COVID-19 Talk
April 08, 2020 13:22 - 1 hour - 76.9 MBDarren "Tekforce" Columbus comes on to talk about how he's handling COVID-19, along with his music legacy. In the middle of this, his daughter Raya jumps in! https://tekforce1.bandcamp.com/