GCDub: A Game Changing Podcast #11: Who Remembers December

Jennifer Smith and Matt Souza are back with a brand-new edition of GCDub: A Game Changing Podcast!
On this episode, they discuss the happenings from recent GCW shows including Mance Warner’s heel turn, the Nick Gage Invitational, Jun Kasai vs Nick Gage, and more! They also pick their match of the month and preview upcoming shows in January and February!
So, pull a door off its hinges, bundle up the light tubes, and remember… It’s MDK… ALL FUCKING DAY!

X-Position: An X-Men Podcast #4: Captive Hearts

"Unlike you, we have no choice but to dwell here, away from those who fear us."
Merely five episodes into its run, X-Men: The Animated Series is already making impressive strides in laying down some truly foundational X-Men lore. This single 22-minute outing manages to organically establish and seamlessly weave together Storm's chronic claustrophobia (first hinted at in "Deadly Reunions"), the Scott/Jean/Logan love triangle, and an entire new mutant community in the Morlocks. Following the two-part pilot's exploration of human-to-mutant social dynamics -- and presenting a dissenting viewpoint via Magneto -- the introduction of the subterranean Morlocks presents a fascinating new dimension: how the concept of racial passing is applied to the mutant metaphor. Given the complications that passing entails for real-life POC, it only stands to reason that this would likewise be an issue in the X-Men's fictional world for individuals with highly visible physical mutations. Like Magneto, this offers another contrast to the X-Men. Whereas the titular cast largely consists of mutants who are able enjoy a relative degree of privilege walking openly among humanity, the Morlocks segregate themselves from society as an act of self-preservation. True to form, the episode allows the Morlocks' attitudes towards the surface world to stand largely unchallenged as an accurate, albeit depressing, reality. It's yet another example of the series' refusal to spoon-feed its young audience with simple platitudes. Outside of the big picture world-building, "Captive Hearts" also serves as the soapiest episode to date, with rich interpersonal conflicts amongst Wolverine, Cyclops, Jean, and Storm serving as particular highlights. In addition to the iconic love triangle which will remain a staple of the series, Storm overcoming personal adversity (with Wolverine's tough love encouragement) and cementing her role as co-leader of the X-Men is a welcome development. This kind of character-first storytelling takes a page right out of the comics, propelling the X-Men's popularity in the '80s and serves as the template to their enormous multimedia success will into the '90s. It all makes for a packed house on this installment of X-Position, where Jenny and Tim are joined by Keith, Matt, and Logan to dissect all the drama.

The Jenny Position Episode 150- Talk’n Docs: Blackfish

Welcome to Talk'n Docs, the monthly podcast where we dive into the world of documentaries and review them for your listening pleasure. Hosted by Jennifer Smith, Logan Crosland and Cowboy Roger, the crew continues Season 2 with a review of 2013’s Blackfish. This documentary follows the life and tribulations of an orca named Tilikum. We talk all about his life in captivity, his relationship with his trainers, and his history of violence. We also dive into SeaWorld and our feelings about their business practices and treatment of these animals.

GCDub: A Game Changing Podcast #10- Cotton Candy Man

Jennifer Smith and Matt Souza are back with a brand-new edition of GCDub: A Game Changing Podcast!
On this episode, they welcome special guest John Wolfe from the GCW Plant Podcast to discuss the most recent GCW shows including matches such as Insane Clown Bussy vs. George South and The Mortons, Joey Janela vs. Mance Warner, Blake Christian vs. Alec Price, and much more! They also pick their matches of the month and preview the remaining shows for the year!
So, pull a door off its hinges, bundle up the light tubes, and remember… It’s MDK… ALL FUCKING DAY!

X-Position: A X-Men Podcast #3: Enter Magneto & Deadly Reunions

 "...But for some, a war is never over." Creatively, one of the most contentious elements in the making of X-Men: TAS was the decision to forestall the first appearance of Magneto until after the series premiere. As the X-Men's greatest rival, his omission was viewed by many within Marvel as starting the show off on the wrong foot. In retrospect, this choice would prove to be another win for the production team in their commitment to a specific vision of the X-Men on screen. Having put in the work of clearly defining the human-mutant conflict -- and its stakes established as nothing short of life-or-death -- the path was paved for the other side of the equation to be introduced. Suddenly, with our heroes' necks under the oppressive jackboot of human bigotry, Magneto's philosophy of mutant supremacy begins to look a lot more sympathetic. But make no mistake, this is a decidedly terroristic depiction of Magneto, a controversial figure whose motives and personality have varied enormously since his 1963 comics introduction. Can his actions in this two-parter be reconciled with the nobility that has also come to define more contemporary presentations of the character? To the show's credit, it embraces, rather than shies away from this question. In strategically and tastefully navigating Broadcast Standards and Practices, the show is able to preserve the traumatic backstory and shared history with Professor Xavier so crucial to Magneto's fundamental being, without explicit reference to real-world events. The duality of conflicts set up by Sabretooth's simultaneous intro and treatment by Xavier in contrast to the re-emergence of his old foe is likewise impressive. Also appreciated is the renewed focus on Beast's plight, not forgotten since his capture last episode, which serves as a logical springboard for Magneto's introduction. All in all, it's an underrated, brilliantly written pair of episodes, hitting all the right notes for a major debut and crafting a compelling portrait of one of comics' greatest characters. Join us for this continued examination of X-Men: The Animated Series, proudly presented by Jennifer Smith, Tim Capel, and "Dark Keithie" Langston.

The Jenny Position Episode 149- Talk’n Docs: My Octopus Teacher

Welcome to Talk'n Docs, the monthly podcast where we dive into the world of documentaries and review them for your listening pleasure. Hosted by Jennifer Smith, Logan Crosland and Cowboy Roger, the crew continues Season 2 with a review of 2020's My Octopus Teacher. This Netflix documentary follows a year in the life of filmmaker Craig Foster and his relationship with...an octopus. Beautifully and meticulously shot, this story draws us into a South African kelp forest to learn about the fragility of life and humanity's connection with nature. 

GCDub: A Game Changing Podcast #9: Three Man Booth

Jennifer Smith and Matt Souza are back with a brand-new edition of GCDub: A Game Changing Podcast!
On this episode, they welcome special guest Chad Campbell to discuss the most recent GCW shows including matches such Team GCW vs. Team Freedoms War Games, Jun Kasai vs. Matt Tremont and more! Plus, Jenny and Chad give their live review of GCW Si or No? from Atlanta! They also preview what’s coming up in November and December!
So, pull a door off its hinges, bundle up the light tubes, and remember… It’s MDK… ALL FUCKING DAY!

X-Position: An X-Men Podcast #2: Night of the Sentinels - Part Two

Proudly presented by Jennifer Smith, Tim Capel, and a rotating panel of co-hosts, X-Position: An X-Men Podcast sees The Jenny Position transformed ...mutated, if you will... into a retrospective chronicle of the X-Men's adventures in other media and influence on the pop culture landscape. After a super-sized debut, we've had just about all the X-Citement we can handle. ...NOT!!
Joined once again by Logan Crosland and Keith Langston for this second outing, we recap the senses-shattering series premiere and run down the stunning conclusion to "Night of the Sentinels." Showcasing a signature rapid-fire pace, grueling interpersonal conflicts, explosive action, and shocking developments, this may very well be THE quintessential X-Men episode a mere two episodes in! With sensitivity in its handling of mature subject matter and admirably complex storytelling, X-Men demonstrates that it isn't afraid to challenge its young viewers even at the risk of courting controversy, cementing its reputation as an unprecedented achievement for the fledgling Fox Kids Network. Suffice to say: it is here we learn the purpose behind Morph's questionable presence on the show. Beast, sadly, fares only a little better. However, Rogue continues to be an absolute delight, doling out southern wisdom whilst hip-tossing Sentinels. The fierce rivalry between Wolverine and Cyclops is on full display, as told through an exploration of the former's psychological depth and a triumphant character arc for the latter. Witness as well Storm's full fury unleashed and Gambit's smooth, charming confidence under pressure. All this, plus Jubilee's fateful decision, and a surprising development on the human-mutant relations front.
You might say this one has EVERYTHING! Come on back for a landmark episode that changed the game in children's animation and put every other series on notice!

The Jenny Position Episode 148 - Freak Out Drive-In: Totally Killer

Pull into the Freak Out Drive-In, a live watch horror podcast with host Jennifer Smith. In the twenty-sixth episode of the reboot era, Jenny welcomes Keith Langston to watch Totally Killer!
Freak Out Drive-In month concludes with a new time travel horror flick called Totally Killer. Jenny and Keithie discuss Julie Bowen, weed gummies, time machines, alternate Back to the Future plots, high school sweethearts, podcast awards, Mad Men vs. Breaking Bad and so much more! So hop into your photo booth time machine at the Freak Out Drive-In!

The Jenny Position Episode 147- Freak Out Drive-In: Rosemary’s Baby

Pull into the Freak Out Drive-In, a live watch horror podcast with host Jennifer Smith. In the twenty-fifth episode of the reboot era, Jenny welcomes Tim Capel to watch Rosemary’s Baby!
Freak Out Drive-In month continues with this demonic masterpiece. Jenny and Tim discuss if food tasted better in the past, an amazing home makeover, a very troubling scene, naked old people, the world’s most nosy neighbors, unlikely Scrabble skills, an abrupt ending and so much more! So, watch out for secret covens at the Freak Out Drive-In!