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The PVDcast
Hosted by John Orlando: wrestling personality and podcaster · EN
The PVDcast is John Orlando's personal podcast. On each episode, John chats with a guest and tackles important pop-culture topics!
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Episode 526 – The Hardest Working Man in Comics (Victor Dandridge)
6d ago00:57:43Tap to summarizeLife 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, etc.) and some new projects too. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show & new episodes of The PVDcast drop every Thursday!
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Episode 525 – State of Pro Wrestling: Commercialism in Wrestling (Gerald Glassford)
2w ago01:06:26Tap to summarizeThere 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, we will dive into a subject of commercialism in wrestling: is it a bad thing or a good thing? It is another fine edition of our monthly series, The State of Pro Wrestling. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show & new episodes of The PVDcast drop every Thursday!
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Episode 524 – Wrestlemania Review 2026 (Ringside Rand)
3w ago00:58:22Tap to summarizeLast weekend, the WWE took over Las Vegas, Nevada to present the 42st edition of Wrestlemania. On this episode, I am joined by Ringside Rand from the Pro Wrestling Pundits to discuss this huge event. We recap the winners and losers of the matches and compare these results to our own predictions. Also, we will chat about what future storylines might come out of 'Mania and give some criticism to the WWE Hall of Fame. All this info and only one commercial on this edition of The PVDcast. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show & new episodes of The PVDcast drop every Thursday!
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Episode 523 – Wrestlemania Preview 2026 (Ringside Rand)
4w ago00:59:55Tap to summarizeThe Showcase of the Immortals is the popular catch phrase for Wrestlemania. Since Wrestlemania is this weekend, it is fitting that Ringside Rand, one-half of the Pro Wrestling Pundits joins me to analyze the event. The overall build for 'Mania will be discussed, along with the matches that have been signed. We will also chat about the Hallof Fame and if some folks truly deserve that accolade. This episode of The PVDcast is a power packed Pier Six brawl of postulating. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show & new episodes of The PVDcast drop every Thursday!
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Episode 522 – NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs 2026 (Luc Landry)
Apr 1001:00:48Tap to summarizeThe NHL post season is about to begin, much to the delight of many hockey fans. On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined once again by hockey enthusiast, Luc Landry. We will give our thoughts on which teams will make the playoffs, given the current standings. We will also give our predictions as to what team might lift the Stanley Cup. Some unusual coaching changes and how we would fix the current playoff format will also be discussed. Do not wait to listen or you might get two minutes for delay of game! Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show & new episodes of The PVDcast drop every Thursday!
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Episode 521 – Let's Go to SPACE (Part Two)
Apr 300:46:17Tap to summarizeOn a previous episode of The PVDcast, I chatted with Bob Corby, the promoter of the Small Press and Alternative Comics Expo (SPACE). At that time, we discussed the history of the expo and hyped the latest installment that took place this past weekend. I was lucky enough to attend SPACE and met a host of indie creators. On this edition, you will hear my conversations with various creators from all over North America. These talented creators will tell you about their projects and their experiences at SPACE. Lastly, I touch base with Bob to get his thoughts on this year's event. Highlighted Creators: Alex, Maurice & Corey (Lucky 33 Comics) Matt Blair (Choosy Beggar Books) Matthew Makman (3T Comix) Joe Gad & Matt Bushnell (Fly by Publishing) Chris Anderson (Power Pulp Comics & Chris Anderson Comics) Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show & new episodes of The PVDcast drop every Thursday!
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Episode 520 – State of Pro Wrestling: Wrestlemania News (Gerald Glassford)
Mar 2701:09:02Tap to summarizeWrestling fans are eagerly anticipating this year's Wrestlemania. On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by Pop Culture Cosmos creator, Gerald Glassford for some 'Mania talk. Ticket prices lead off our discussion, as the WWE offers some deals to boost attendance. We will chat about some of the signed matches, rumored matches and overall build of the event. AEW's Revolution event will be analyzed for their ultra-violent main event. We wrap up with sharing some of our Wrestlemania moments. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show & new episodes of The PVDcast drop every Thursday!
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Episode 519 – Let's Get Physical (Media): Corey from Wilky's Movies and Music
Mar 2000:53:22Tap to summarizeMovies and music are intertwined media. For example, movies are not as entertaining without a soundtrack. On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by Corey from the YouTube channel, Wilky's Movies and Music. Obviously, we are going to talk about movies and music. But we will also discuss the world of physical media (DVD, Blu-Ray, vinyl, etc.) The two of us will also chat about Corey's YouTube channel, highlighting its programming. So, pop some popcorn & grab a seat for this fun episode. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show & new episodes of The PVDcast drop every Thursday!
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Episode 518 – Let's Go to SPACE (Bob Corby)
Mar 1200:41:20Tap to summarizeComics are a very popular media and the focus of this episode of The PVDcast. I sit down with indie comic creator, Bob Corby. But Bob does not just have that title attached to him. He is also the man behind the comic book convention called SPACE (Small Press and Alternative Expo). We discuss the details of this year's convention (see below for more information). Bob talk about the history of the event and why it is a great small press comic exhibition. Additionally, we chat about Bob's comics including his new edition of OH! Comics which will debut at SPACE. SPACE (Small Press and Alternative Expo) March 28 (10AM to 6PM) & March 29 (10AM to 5PM) Makoy Center 5462 Center Street in Hilliard, Ohio www.backporchcomics.com Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show & new episodes of The PVDcast drop every Thursday!
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Episode 517 – A Golden Take (Nick Leisure)
Mar 600:32:04Tap to summarizeCounterfeiting money is the central theme of a new movie called Golden. On this episode of The PVDcast, I am joined by the film's director, Nick Leisure. We chat about Golden from its production to its illustrious cast to its cinematic style and all topics in-between. We will also touch on Nick's other endeavors in the film industry and hear what advice Nick would give to anyone entering the film industry. Golden hits theaters and video-on-demand on March 20. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show & new episodes of The PVDcast drop every Thursday!
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