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In episode 117 ( Season 2, Episode 67)I interviewed professional wrestler Billie Starkz where we talk about how she got into wrestling and several of the promotions she has wrestled for including Girl Fight and Grindhouse Pro Wrestling. We also talk about how 2020 has been in many ways her breakout year as she is killing it in St. Louis Anarchy, Black Label Pro, Bizarro Lucha, GCW, and OVW. We also talk about Covid and how it has effected wrestling and her and what changes she thinks will be made to the industry.

In episode 116 ( Season 2, Episode 66)I interviewed voice actor Jay Hickman. In the interview we talk about how he first got into voice acting and the early days of ADV Films. We also talk about several of his roles including: Toru Watanabe from Excel Saga, Shiryu from Saint Seiya, Kurama from Elfen Lied, Prince Mythos from Princess Tutu, and King Louis XV from Le Chevalier d'Eon. We also talk about his roles in Food Wars as Joichiro Yukihira, Crusty from Log Horizon, Ryuya from Air, and Kagetane Hiruko from Black Bullet. Jay also provides advice for those who want to become actors and voice actors.

In episode 115 ( Season 2, Episode 65)I interviewed comic artist Ebas who has worked for DC Comics, Top Cow, Zenescope, and on his own series. In the interview we talk about how he first got into comics, what it was like working for Top Cow under Mark Silvestri, and working on Magdalena. We also talk about him transitioning from doing interior art work to doing cover work and how he discovered Zenescope and how he helped to usher in the good girl art era for that company. We also talk about several of his covers and what he feels makes a good cover in particular for Zenescope. Furthermore, we talk about his work for DC Comics and how it has been featured all over the world and his current comic series Mojo and what that entails. He also gives several pieces of advice for anyone who is looking to become an artist in the industry.

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In episode 114 ( Season 2, Episode 64)I interviewed comic cover artist Sun Khamunaki. in the interview we talk about Sun's early influences in art and comics, how she got into drawing, and some of her first cover work for Coffin Comics. We also talk extensively on how she first came into Zenescope, the covers she has done with them ( and is still doing with them), and what fans can expect from her. She also offers several pieces of advice for anyone who wants to get into comics.

In episode 113 ( Season 2, Episode 63) I interviewed Luscious Latasha where we talk about what got her into wrestling and her training. We also talk about several of the promotions she has wrestled for including Top Rope Promotions, Women Superstars Uncensored, New England Championship Wrestling, and Shine. And she also imparts some advice for anybody who wants to become a wrestler on what they need to do and look for to take their first steps.

In episode 112 ( Season 2, Episode 62) I interviewed Taylor from Wrestling with PheoPara which is a wrestling show in the DC area on May 10th which will also be streamed on Fite TV as well. In this Interview we talk about what PheoPara is, how Taylor is personally effected by this diseases, and how he became involved in the Pheo Para Alliance. We also talk about how he came up with the idea to do a wrestling show and the reaction that the Pheo Para Alliance had to it. And of course we talk about the event itself including where it will take place, Hook Hall, and who will be appearing there including Faye Jackson, Effy, War Horse, Jordyn Grace, Billy Dixon, and several wrestlers from Prime Time Pro Wrestling to name a few.

Info about Pheopara or the event can be found here: https://www.wrestlingwithpheopara.com

In episode 111 ( Season 2, Episode 61) I interviewed professional wrestler The New Classic Billy Dixon. In the interview, we talk about how he first got into wrestling, when he began to train, and his experience there. We also talk about his experiences wrestling at a Matter of Pride and Capital Wrestling against Jared Evans, Effy, and Eddy McQueen to name a few. Furthermore, we talk about the problems that gay wrestlers face in the wrestling industry including sexual assault, not being booked, and being paid less.  And for those who don't know on March 7th at Prime Time Pro Wrestling Billy with Lolo are the creative team behind Butch vs. Gore which is DC's first LGBTQ pride wrestling show. And so, Billy and I talk about how this came about, the focus of the show, the talent and matches for the show, and what fans can expect who come to the show or are viewing it on IWTV. 

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In episode 110( Season 2, Episode 60) I interviewed Denis Kitchen. In the we talk about how he first got into comics, forming and running Kitchen Sink Comics and the many different divisions they had within that company. We also talk about how he helped to form the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund ( CBLDF) and the work they do. Finally we talk about his current venture Kitchen Sink Books with Dark Horse Comics.

Cosplayer Elena Murray were we talk about how she first got into cosplay, how she chooses and designs her cosplays, and the challenges she has in obtaining materials. We also talk about several of her cosplays including: Faye Valentine from Cowboy Bebop, Catwoman and Poison Ivy, Romona Flower III from Scott Pilgrim vs the World, Spiderman, and Gwen Stacy to name a few. She also offers advice for people who want to get started on there first cosplay.

In episode 109 ( Season 2, Episode 59) I interviewed Cosplayer Elena Murray were we talk about how she first got into cosplay, how she chooses and designs her cosplays, and the challenges she has in obtaining materials. We also talk about several of her cosplays including: Faye Valentine from Cowboy Bebop, Catwoman and Poison Ivy, Romona Flower III from Scott Pilgrim vs the World, Spiderman, and Gwen Stacy to name a few. She also offers advice for people who want to get started on there first cosplay.

In episode 108 ( Season 2, Episode 58) I interviewed professional actor and voice actor Tom Gibis where we talk about how he first got into acting and voice acting. We also talk about several of his roles including Michael from Digimon Adventure 02, Mushra from Shinzo, Jinnai and Jirou Chouno from Busou Renki, Takumi Nomiya from Honey and Clover, and Yuta Fuji from The Prince of Tennis. Furthermore, we also talk about his role as Shikamaru Nara in Naruto and in Boruto and his role as Sukari in Kabaneri of the Iron Fortress to name a few. And finally, Tom offers advice for people who want to pursue voice acting.

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