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The Dragoncast is an Entertainment, Technology and Pop Culture podcast hosted by Brian Daniels & Victor Salazar. New Episodes every Monday with video episodes on YouTube at YouTube.com/Dragonblogger
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The Dragoncast Episode 69 - Artist Brock Sondgeroth

The DragoncastJul 26, 2021

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The Dragoncast - Episode 86: Squared Circle Expo 2

The Dragoncast - Episode 86: Squared Circle Expo 2

Brian & Victor welcome back Adolfo Dorta & Ed Gonzales as they talk about the return of Squared Circle Expo to Indianapolis next month and give us more details as well as some surprise announcements for the wrestling event to take place at the show! We also welcome wrestling expert, Eric Montgomery to the show to bring his extensive knowledge of professional wrestling to the conversation. 

Also, we have a very important announcement to make regarding the future of The Dragoncast at the end of the show that you won't want to miss. 

Mar 21, 202201:41:52
The Dragoncast Episode 85 - The TV Episode

The Dragoncast Episode 85 - The TV Episode

Brian & Victor discuss their favorite TV shows and also some of their issues with shows in general. 

Mar 03, 202201:21:43
The Dragoncast Episode 84 - The Joe Rogan Controversy

The Dragoncast Episode 84 - The Joe Rogan Controversy

On this episode, Brian & Victor discuss the NFL Conference Championship games this past weekend, their favorite things to collect and the controversy surrounding Joe Rogan and Spotify. 

Jan 31, 202201:23:53
The Dragoncast Episode 83 - NFL Playoffs & Microsoft's Major Acquisition

The Dragoncast Episode 83 - NFL Playoffs & Microsoft's Major Acquisition

On this episode, the guys get into all the NFL playoff action and their thoughts on who they think will go to the Super Bowl. Also, Brian & Victor talk about Microsoft's acquisition of Activision-Blizzard and how that changes the video game industry. 

Jan 24, 202201:29:10
The Dragoncast Episode 82 - NFTs in Video Games

The Dragoncast Episode 82 - NFTs in Video Games

On this episode, Brian and Victor discuss their thoughts on NFTs possibly making their way into video games and also talk about Xbox no longer producing the Xbox One family of consoles as well as Sony deciding to make even more PS4s. 

Jan 19, 202201:28:45
The Dragoncast Episode 81 - New Year Sad News, Twitch Copyright Thoughts

The Dragoncast Episode 81 - New Year Sad News, Twitch Copyright Thoughts

It's a brand-new year which means new news as Brian and Victor discuss the latest loss of Bob Saget, Betty White and Sidney Poitier, Awesome Games Done Quick and also their thoughts on the Twitch Copyright Saga. 

Jan 10, 202201:04:56
The Dragoncast Episode 80 - A Look Back at 2021

The Dragoncast Episode 80 - A Look Back at 2021

On this episode, Brian & Victor take a look back at their favorite movies and video games from 2021 as well as what their Game of the Year is and more. 

Dec 21, 202101:05:25
The Dragoncast Episode 79 - One for the Holidays

The Dragoncast Episode 79 - One for the Holidays

With Brian & Victor out this week, Raven & Kona take over the show to discuss all the holiday excitement and cheer as well as their favorite holiday movies and traditions. 

Dec 13, 202101:01:48
The Dragoncast Episode 78 - The Infinite, Halo Complaints

The Dragoncast Episode 78 - The Infinite, Halo Complaints

Victor rejoins Brian this week as they discuss streamer Ludwig Ahgren's move from Twitch to YouTube as well as all the complaints and toxicity from the recent Halo Infinite multiplayer release. 

Dec 06, 202101:14:22
The Dragoncast Episode 77 - Black Friday Madness

The Dragoncast Episode 77 - Black Friday Madness

On this episode Brian is joined by Kona Sankey & his own wife Raven as they discuss the madness that surrounds Black Friday shopping as well as discussing the new details in the California cases against Activision Blizzard. 

Nov 23, 202101:21:05
The Dragoncast Episode 76 - Premium Edition Games Series 3 with Barry!

The Dragoncast Episode 76 - Premium Edition Games Series 3 with Barry!

Brian is flying solo this week as he welcomes back Barry Carenza from Premium Edition Games to discuss their latest collection of games that was revealed recently for Series 3. 

Nov 15, 202149:57
The Dragoncast Episode 75 - The Astroworld Festival Incident

The Dragoncast Episode 75 - The Astroworld Festival Incident

On this episode, Brian & Victor catch up on some news from Nintendo, Brian also gives his first impressions of the PlayStation 5 and also they guys discuss the recent incident at the Astroworld Festival. 

Nov 08, 202101:19:17
The Dragoncast Episode 74 - Twitch Boosts and the Activision Blizzard Situation

The Dragoncast Episode 74 - Twitch Boosts and the Activision Blizzard Situation

On this week's episode, Brian & Victor discuss the new Twitch Boosts system being beta tested, Sony is giving people free trials of some of their exclusives and also the ongoings with the Activision Blizzard situation. 

Oct 04, 202101:17:46
The Dragoncast Episode 73 - Another Super Mario Movie?

The Dragoncast Episode 73 - Another Super Mario Movie?

On this week's episode, Brian & Victor discuss all the latest news from September's Nintendo Direct as new games were announced and also, a brand new Super Mario movie is being made with a rather interesting cast. 

Sep 28, 202149:16
The Dragoncast Episode 72 - Catching Up

The Dragoncast Episode 72 - Catching Up

After a few weeks away, Brian & Victor are back to talk about the Steam Deck, Switch OLED, recent new movie releases and even some discussion about their thoughts on Gen Con. 

Sep 21, 202156:41
The Dragoncast Episode 71 - Sew Quiltable

The Dragoncast Episode 71 - Sew Quiltable

On this episode Brian & Victor welcome Jason and Tori Artman, Owners and Founders of Sew Quiltable, a company that specializes in custom made quilts in which most have a pop culture theme. 

Aug 30, 202101:21:39
The Dragoncast Episode 70: Premium Edition Games

The Dragoncast Episode 70: Premium Edition Games

The Dragoncast is finally back from their hiatus as Brian & Victor welcome Barry Carenza from Premium Edition Games to discuss their vision and want to make their own version of Nintendo Switch games that don't have a physical release.

Aug 23, 202101:04:39
The Dragoncast Episode 69 - Artist Brock Sondgeroth

The Dragoncast Episode 69 - Artist Brock Sondgeroth

Brian & Victor are back this week and are joined by artist Brock Sondgeroth. Brian met Brock at PopCon Indy a few weeks ago and invited Brock to join us to tell us all about how he got involved in art as well as being an art teacher as well as going as a vendor at his first major pop culture convention. 

Jul 26, 202101:11:16
The Dragoncast Episode 68 - PopCon 2021

The Dragoncast Episode 68 - PopCon 2021

Brian comes to you from PopCon 2021 and also is joined by Victor via Zoom as they travel around the vendor hall speaking with various vendors and more! 

Jul 12, 202151:49
The Dragoncast Episode 67 - PopCon Returns!

The Dragoncast Episode 67 - PopCon Returns!

The past year has been extremely hard for those that work in the convention industry and now that things are starting to have a much better outlook, we are seeing conventions back on the horizon. Brian & Victor welcome back showrunner Carl Doninger and also KJ to the show to talk about how they are working on making the in-person return one that everyone is going to enjoy and we also discuss with KJ her special project for this year's PopCon that you won't want to miss. 

Jun 28, 202158:52
The Dragoncast Episode 66 - E3 2021

The Dragoncast Episode 66 - E3 2021

The week gamers around the world wait for as E3 2021 is now in the books and Brian & Victor discuss all the new video game announcements as well as discuss their thoughts on what some of the big developers brought to the table this year along with the Xbox/Bethesda and Nintendo Showcases. 

Jun 16, 202101:43:55
The Dragoncast Episode 65 - E3 Hopes & Predictions

The Dragoncast Episode 65 - E3 Hopes & Predictions

The boys are back yet once again as E3 is right around the corner and they go through the entire E3 schedule and give their thoughts on what they hope to see as well as what they expect out of E3 as well as the Summer Game Fest. They also announce the winner of the show's first giveaway. 

Jun 07, 202101:16:32
The Dragoncast Episode 64 - Round 2 with Paul E. Niemeyer

The Dragoncast Episode 64 - Round 2 with Paul E. Niemeyer

Brian and Victor welcome back Mortal Kombat artist, Paul E. Niemeyer as they catch up with him since having him on the show over a year ago. Paul provides tons of hilarity as well as some amazing stories from his time working on art for Mortal Kombat, Satans Hollow, and many others throughout his incredible career. 

May 24, 202101:47:29
The Dragoncast Episode 63 - Fatality

The Dragoncast Episode 63 - Fatality

Video game movies have always been known for their cheesiness and mostly missing the mark when being made based on their source material. In this episode, Brian & Victor discuss these movies as well as giving their review of the latest movie based on a video game, Mortal Kombat. Also, the guys discuss Sony and their rather poor attempts at backwards compatibility, their decision to reverse closing the PS3 & Vita online stores as well as how they lack revolutionizing the video game industry as a whole. 

May 04, 202101:27:56
The Dragoncast Episode 62 - Squared Circle Expo

The Dragoncast Episode 62 - Squared Circle Expo

After a two-week hiatus, Brian & Victor are back once again and this time they welcome Adolfo Dorta and Ed Gonzales, the owners of a brand new convention hitting Indianapolis May 14th-15th, Squared Circle Expo. The guys discuss this brand new wrestling expo and what fans of professional wrestling can expect as well as talking all about Adolfo and Ed's love for pro wrestling as well as the convention scene. 

Apr 19, 202101:17:05
The Dragoncast Episode 61 - Movies, Concerts and the Microsoft/Discord Deal

The Dragoncast Episode 61 - Movies, Concerts and the Microsoft/Discord Deal

In this episode, Brian & Victor discuss how streaming services such as Disney Plus and HBO Max are trying to bring brand new movies to their platform and make movie watching more accessible as well as how musicians are having virtual concerts to try and bring music to more people. Also, the guys talk about Microsoft looking into acquiring Discord and how that just might impact Discord's rather large community. 

Mar 29, 202101:12:12
The Dragoncast Episode 60 - The Chalk Girl

The Dragoncast Episode 60 - The Chalk Girl

Brian & Victor welcome artist Beth Zwolski Tobias, better known as The Chalk Girl, to the show to talk all about her unique way of making art by way of using chalk on massive canvas featuring various pop culture characters and also how she got started using chalk as well as various art that she has worked on.
Mar 22, 202101:17:10
The DragonCast Episode 59 -  Cancel Culture in Entertainment

The DragonCast Episode 59 - Cancel Culture in Entertainment

Brian and Victor discuss the popular conversations going on about cancel culture in the Entertainment industry and how they feel about the use of the term as well as how it impacts the lives of those involved.
Mar 15, 202101:14:41
The Dragoncast Episode 58 - Cobra Kai with Jesse Kove

The Dragoncast Episode 58 - Cobra Kai with Jesse Kove

We welcome actor Jesse Kove to the show as he discusses working on Cobra Kai as well as helping take part in a universe his father, Martin Kove, helped shape over 30 years ago along with discussing Cobra Kai fan theories and Jesse's other films.
Mar 08, 202149:36
The Dragoncast Episode 57 - How Does a Convention Happen Right Now?

The Dragoncast Episode 57 - How Does a Convention Happen Right Now?

Brian and Victor welcome back Wasabi Anime Founder as well as co-host of the Convention Nerds podcast, Tom Croom, to the show to once again discuss not if podcasts should happen during a pandemic since most now are, but how to safely have one during the pandemic.
Mar 01, 202101:32:49
The Dragoncast Episode 56 - That Nintendo Direct

The Dragoncast Episode 56 - That Nintendo Direct

Brian and Victor discuss what they liked and didn't like from the almost hour-long Nintendo Direct and Brian gives his review of the Xbox Series X
Feb 23, 202101:21:37
The Dragoncast Episode 55 - You Got Caged! with Daniel Pesina

The Dragoncast Episode 55 - You Got Caged! with Daniel Pesina

Brian and Victor welcome the man that helped create Mortal Kombat as well as played iconic characters, Johnny Cage, Scorpion, Sub-Zero, and many more, Daniel Pesina, as they discuss with him about his love for martial arts and working on Mortal Kombat.
Feb 15, 202101:12:30
The Dragoncast Episode 54 - The Amazing JJ Arrwood

The Dragoncast Episode 54 - The Amazing JJ Arrwood

Brian and Victor welcome the producer of The Bolin Alley podcast as well as artist and friend of the show JJ Arrwood as he talks about his career in podcast producing, video editing and more.

#thebolinalley #jjarrwood #podcast #dragoncast
Feb 08, 202101:12:38
The Dragoncast Episode 53 - Gamestop

The Dragoncast Episode 53 - Gamestop

Victor and Brian discuss the ongoing saga of the GameStop stock and the battle between WallStreetBets and Wall Street as well as the return of G4TV.
Feb 01, 202101:01:35
The Dragoncast Episode 52 - The 90's

The Dragoncast Episode 52 - The 90's

"A new series starts as at the end of each month for the next four months, Brian and Victor pick a decade to talk about and discuss their favorite things from each decade starting with one of the most popular decades, the 90s
Jan 25, 202158:60
The Dragoncast Episode 51 - Video Game Movies

The Dragoncast Episode 51 - Video Game Movies

Over the years, Hollywood has attempted to make movies based on very popular and successful video game franchises. Brian and Victor discuss their favorite and least favorite movies as well as the launch of the Atari VCS
Jan 18, 202101:12:36
The Dragoncast Episode 50: The Dragoncast Reunion Part 2

The Dragoncast Episode 50: The Dragoncast Reunion Part 2

Brian and Victor welcome back former co-host Kona Sankey as she discusses her time on the show as well as catching up with her various projects.
Jan 11, 202101:26:49
The Dragoncast Episode 49 - The Dragon Awards

The Dragoncast Episode 49 - The Dragon Awards

For the last episode of 2020, Brian & Victor present their inaugural video game awards show, The Dragon Awards
Dec 21, 202001:09:51
The Dragoncast Episode 48 - Console Wars featuring Tom Kalinske

The Dragoncast Episode 48 - Console Wars featuring Tom Kalinske

On this episode Brian and Victor welcome the former President and CEO of Sega of America as well as CEO of Mattel, Tom Kalinske, to the show to discuss how he helped make the Sega Genesis a success as well as sparking the famous console wars rivalry between Sega and Nintendo in the 90s.
Dec 14, 202058:55
The Dragoncast Episode 47 The Future of Theaters and Holiday Memories

The Dragoncast Episode 47 The Future of Theaters and Holiday Memories

This year has proven that many things need to change and on this episode, Brian & Victor discuss the state of going to see movies at the theater and also share some of their favorite holiday memories.
Dec 07, 202001:14:48
The Dragoncast - Thanksgiving Special

The Dragoncast - Thanksgiving Special

With Thanksgiving this week, Victor and Brian discuss their thoughts on how COVID has impacted the holiday as well as going over the nominees for The Game Awards and also their memories of Black Friday.
Nov 23, 202001:32:00
The Dragoncast Episode 46 - Post Console Launch Thoughts & Thanksgiving Movies

The Dragoncast Episode 46 - Post Console Launch Thoughts & Thanksgiving Movies

Brian and Victor are back to discuss some of the issues early adopters of Microsoft and Sony's latest video game consoles and also discuss some of their favorite Thanksgiving movies.

Tell us your favorite holiday movies!
Nov 16, 202001:07:38
The Dragoncast Episode 45 - Next Gen Has Arrived

The Dragoncast Episode 45 - Next Gen Has Arrived

This week the new consoles from both Sony and Microsoft that everyone has been waiting for have finally arrived. Join Brian and Victor as they discuss reviews of each console and give their opinions on these reviews.

#ps5
#xboxseriesx
#nextgen
Nov 09, 202001:28:45
The Dragoncast Halloween Special

The Dragoncast Halloween Special

It's time for tricks and treats as Victor and Brian talk about their favorite movies, candy, and memories of Halloween.
Nov 02, 202001:09:05
The Dragoncast Episode 44 - Uncharted Movie/Twitch DMCA

The Dragoncast Episode 44 - Uncharted Movie/Twitch DMCA

This week, the guys discuss their thoughts on the latest news of Tom Holland playing as Nathan Drake in the Uncharted movie as well as the latest DMCA issues playing Twitch.
Oct 26, 202001:12:35
The Dragoncast Episode 43 - Are Conventions a Good Idea During a Pandemic?

The Dragoncast Episode 43 - Are Conventions a Good Idea During a Pandemic?

With this year being a rather unique situation for everyone around the world due to COVID-19, Brian and Victor welcome Wasabi Anime Founder and Convention Nerds co-host, Tom Croom, Owner of Saratoga Comic Con Samuel Chase and EMT, DJ Dak to the show to discuss whether they believe conventions during a pandemic are a good idea.
Oct 19, 202002:07:17
The Dragon Cast Episode 42 - Can't Forget Nintendo
Oct 12, 202054:19
The Dragon Cast Episode 41 - Xbox Series X vs PlayStation 5

The Dragon Cast Episode 41 - Xbox Series X vs PlayStation 5

Enter to win a PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X or $500 Gift Card/PayPal www.dragonblogger.com/win-ps5-or-xbox-series-x/

As we get closer to the release of the latest next-gen video game consoles, Brian and Victor go into all the details and information about the Xbox Series consoles and the PlayStation 5 as well as giving you tips on which console you should purchase.
Oct 05, 202001:50:30
The Dragoncast Episode 40 - The Dragoncast Reunion
Sep 28, 202001:56:42
The DragonCast Episode 39: The Wonderful Miz Rivka
Sep 21, 202001:31:17