Media Pod Smash

18/03/2025

It has been a while, but it's time for a brand-new episode of the podcast. On this audio-only, .5 episode, I attempt to explain what's been going on, preview future projects, and do some reflecting.

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Hopefully, this is the spark that leads to another new beginning for the podcast. My goal is to be very productive this year, delivering on past ideas and having general consistency.

But as we all know, talk and goals are one thing, while doing is a whole other beast. The proof is always in action, so it's time to get to work. Thanks for the continued support! Stay tuned for lots of fun stuff coming up.

24/12/2024

Merry Christmas Eve, everyone! It is time for our annual Christmas Special! This year, individual contestants battle it out over 3 different rounds for more prizes and ultimate holiday glory.

Guest Starring:
Mitch Grande, Colin Schmitz, and Garrett Key

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In this year's special, three contestants battle it out in 3 different rounds for more prizes and more Christmas glory. Special guests:Mitch Grande, Colin Sc...

22/12/2024

Hey everyone! It has been a while, but I assure you, we are hard at work on some major projects, and have a brand-new Christmas Freaky Film Club out now! In this episode, we look at the film Christmas Bloody Christmas.

Special guests: Damon & Mike

The Freaky Film Club is also an audio podcast:
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That's not all for the holiday fun though! Tonight I will be recording the annual MPS Christmas Special. Be on the lookout for that in a couple of days!

In this special holiday episode of The Freaky Film Club, we're reviewing a recent and wild film, Christmas Bloody Christmas. This is a 2022 American Christma...

01/11/2024

November 1st is a very bittersweet day. 31 days, hundreds of gigs, and a few sleepless nights later, we've come to an end. This is now the third time we've done a Halloween marathon, and though it wasn't always easy, it was worth it.

I got to work with many great people and create interesting content that we'll always have to look back on. Still, I can't help but wonder what the future looks like. Doing things like this has taught me a lot.

For one, it helps you become more resilient and adaptable. The list changed many times since its inception back in May. Life circumstances happened, ideas changed, and some logistics of certain things changed. Slots would move and switch out, but I'd always tell myself, 'We'll get 31 somehow'.

I also learned that maybe quality is better at times than quantity. Creating a sh*t-ton of content is impressive, and nobody can take that away, but I found that to do this, some corners on certain projects needed to be cut, and some original visions needed changing. And worse, mistakes were made. Not that I completely blame the number of videos, as there are certainly more preventative steps I could've taken, but mistakes are more likely on such a timeline and rate of upload.

If this was the end, I have zero regrets. It was a spooky creative boot camp with other cool and creative people from the Media Pod Smash universe. Did we change the world? Probably not, but we did leave our artistic expression on it and made it a bit more creepy. That works for me.

Thanks to all who helped with the Halloween dreams this season and thanks to all who support this podcast. It's never too late to chase a silly dream. Now, onto the next!

31/10/2024

Happy Halloween, everyone! We have finally reached the end of the marathon. As per tradition, I'm happy to present the 2024 Halloween Special on this final day.

In this episode, Nicholas and Justin from Pop Culture Roulette must face off against the devil to rescue their friend. Will they be able to survive the epic contests of knowledge and will? Do they even want to rescue their annoying friend? Find out in the 2024 MPS Halloween Special!

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The devil challenges Justin & Nicholas to a series of Halloween games. Can they save their friend through the various contests of will and knowledge, or will...

30/10/2024

There was a slight audio error with the latest episode of the podcast (195). I have now re-uploaded a corrected version to the feed. You will have to re-download the episode from the feed if you have an early version.

Sorry about the confusion! Have a spooktacular evening!

30/10/2024

Hard to believe, but the big day is almost upon us! In this video, I look at different Halloween stuff from the season that didn't make it into my other videos. There are tasty snacks, interesting Wal-Mart items, and more!

Tomorrow, it all wraps up with the 2024 Halloween Special!

In this video, I look at different Halloween stuff from the season that didn't make it into my other videos. There are tasty snacks, interesting Wal-Mart ite...

29/10/2024

After a quick change of plans, I'm happy to present one more Gaming Gauntlet for the season. I am taking a look at a very unique game called Monster Party. This game was developed by Human Entertainment and released by Bandai in 1989. It isn't very rage-inducing; I'd say it is pretty fair—harsh at times, but fair.

I'll have one hour (plus a spooky bonus of 30 minutes) to get as far as possible. Let's see how it goes

In this final Gaming Gauntlet of the spooky season, I am taking a look at a very unique game called Monster Party. This game was developed by Human Entertain...

28/10/2024

We've finally made it to the last week of the spooky season! It is hard to believe, but here we are. We have one more gaming gauntlet, a 'stuff' review, that may turn into something more, and the 2024 Halloween Special.

Thanks to a wonderful team and the power of will, I was able to pull off my Halloween dreams for a third time. It has been a process that I will never forget, and one that has gotten me to look inward and think about what types of creative projects I'd like to pursue moving forward. Sometimes you get so caught up in the "go, go, go!" that you don't always get a lot of time to reflect and figure out what's working and not. If this is the last 31-day marathon, I can be happy knowing that I gave everything I had, pushed myself creatively in ways I've never done before, and got to work with some excellent artists.

Today is a PCR day and it's a banger of an episode! We end the season with a ridiculous costume bracket, and I gotta say, it's quite the debate. Check it out on your favorite podcast directory/catcher!

Thank you all for your continued support of this little podcast. I probably don't say it enough, but it means so much to me.

Much love, and cheers to the Halloween dreams!

27/10/2024

In this special seasonal episode of the pod, we are proud to present you with two frightful tales. Be sure to turn out the lights and listen with headphones for full immersion.

Featuring:

The Pit
Written & read by: Jeremy Jordan

The Game
Written by: Alexis Forecki
Read by: Jeremy Jordan

With a bonus podcast by the authors at the end!

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Music by: Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
Additional music & SFX by: Storyblocks

26/10/2024

In this final Horror Through The Decades of the season, Nicholas takes us deep into 2010's horror/comedy Tucker & Dale vs Evil. This film was directed by Eli Craig and written by Eli Craig and Morgan Jurgenson.

In this final Horror Through The Decades of the season, Nicholas takes us deep into 2010's horror/comedy Tucker & Dale vs Evil. This film was directed by Eli...

25/10/2024

It's time for another Freaky Film Club Friday!
In this final Freaky Film Club of the spooky season, we're diving into the short horror film Coven. As a long-time fan of the documentary American Movie and having shot some of our own shorts in one of the same filming locations, I believe this film was very fitting for our show. This film was written and directed by: Mark Borchardt

Special guests:
Damon Schneider, Derek Pfister, Mike Putchel, and Josh Miller
Music:
Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

The Freaky Film Club is also an audio podcast
Anchor: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thefreakyfilmclub/episodes/29---Coven-1997-e2q48nl

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In this final Freaky Film Club of the spooky season, we're diving into the short horror film Coven. As long-time fans of the documentary American Movie and h...

24/10/2024

In this short documentary, I document the last few months of trying to make the 31-day Halloween marathon. Watch along as I panic, reflect, and probably complain while trying to live out my Halloween dreams for a 3rd time.

In this short documentary, I document the last few months of trying to make the 31-day Halloween marathon. Watch along as I panic, reflect, and probably comp...

23/10/2024

Day 23! Holy crap!

In this special season finale of The Booey Book Club, life circumstances happen, the club pivots, and Chris presents the first chapter of a visual novel he is working on.

In this special season finale of The Booey Book Club, Chris presents the first chapter of a visual novel that he is working on.

22/10/2024

Day 22! In this sequel to our Halloween food video, I check out various things that weren't available to purchase at the time of the 1st video.

This time, I'm joined by special guest Ron Jordan!

In this sequel to our Halloween food video, I check out various things that weren't available to purchase at the time of the 1st video. Special guest: Ron Jo...

21/10/2024

We are now into the fourth week of the marathon, and it has been a wild ride! This week is quite the mix of content, with something for everyone. The upcoming MPS for this week is very special; it features two spooky stories, one written by myself and the other by past contributor Alexis Forecki. Much effort has gone into it, and we can't wait to show you what we've created.

Today is PCR day, so head on over to your favorite podcast directory and check out the latest episode. This week, the topic is actors' first/early roles in horror.

Enjoy week four and the rest of the month. Now is the time to squeeze in the rest of the Halloween fun before it is all over. Watch those marathons, carve those pumpkins, and stick with MPS for continued spooky fun!

20/10/2024

This week I am joined by special guests Damon Schneider & Mike Putchel. We discuss the making of our latest Mysteries From Beyond episode, dive into our Halloween memories, and play some spooky-themed games.

Special appearance by: Derek Pfister
Music & SFX: Storyblocks

Also available on audio!
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This week I am joined by special guests Damon Schneider & Mike Putchel. We discuss the making of our latest Mysteries From Beyond episode, dive into our Hall...