It's my 100th episode, so I decided to talk to my father, John O'Connor. For over 30 years, my Dad was an executive in the aviation industry, traveling the globe using his leadership skills to oversee construction/engineering projects all over the world. He is a self-made man and one of the smartest, wisest people I know. We may have many differences on the surface, but there was no one I would rather have for a milestone episode like this. Enjoy!
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Jimmy Gaspero is an author, lawyer, and podcaster based in Wilmington, Delaware. He also happens to be my cousin and a frequent contributor to my show before! Here, we finally sit down one-on-one to talk about his foray into comic book writing, with the release of his new anthology series "Made in Delco." He's also the co-host of the Comic Book Yeti podcast, available on all podcast platforms!
For more information about "Made in Delco," check out its official Kickstarter page at:
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For those of you who have been paying attention to my music career, here is the debut podcast appearance of my new band, Sunset Rebellion. Joining me on this episode are guitarists Jamie Wilson and Guy Groff, along with bassist Carlos Brignoni and drummer Ric Sanchez. Feel free to listen and meet the guys!
Timestamp:
05:07 - Carlos Brignoni (Bass)
07:18 - Jamie Wilson (Guitar)
13:27 - Guy Groff (Guitar)
20:09 - Ric Sanchez (Drums)
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Frank McDonnell is a drummer, singer, songwriter, and screenwriter from Newtown Square, Pennsylvania with over 50 years of experience in the music business. Frank was the drummer of Wellington Arrangement in the 1970s, was signed to Decca Records, and toured with the likes of The Monkees and Bruce Springsteen. Decades later, he's still at it, releasing music under the moniker Supa Philly and entering the world of screenwriting. I've known Frank my whole life, and his story is very interesting!
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Leah Barrientos is a singer-songwriter from Melbourne, FL. She and I have been working together in her new band, Scarlett Eclipse, along with guitarist/producer Chris Stone. Leah and I talk about her background in music and what inspired her current artistic direction!
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Taylor Hartley, bassist for Georgia band Imposter, makes his return to the show! He and I go back many years, to when he played bass for a band called Days to Come. Here, we catch up with Taylor and he holds nothing back on what he's been up to the past few years!
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Felix Martinez (AKA BatuuBoii) is a brand new Star Wars YouTuber based in Orlando, FL! He and I met many years ago, and I love what he's been doing with his new channel!
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One of my favorite bands of all time is KISS. They've also been in comic books, animation, video games, toys, etc. I've always wondered why they never had their own proper animated series or movies? Here are some ideas I'd have for what that could be...
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In January 2024, Alex Winter announced that a script for a fourth Bill & Ted movie is being written. Whether it gets made or not, I have a few thoughts and ideas about what it should be about!
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One of my earliest guests was St Petersburg, FL-based guitarist Marko Bojkovic. Marko recently joined the metal band Made from Stars, and is currently in the studio recording their next release. He happened to be near my house, so I figured why not have him stop by and catch up on what he's been doing!
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Kristen Ashley (LaMura) is a singer-songwriter and artist who has been releasing music under the name Starlight Electra. Previously, she and her sister formed the hard rock band Shadow Rising in the early 2000s as teenagers. She and I have known each other over 20 years, and after a lengthy hiatus from music, she is back at it!
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Brandon James is the former lead singer for the Central Florida rock bands Crowfly and I Woke Up Early for My Funeral. He recently has been creating content on his new YouTube channel, Elevation of Self, focusing on self-care and wellness.
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In recent years, the talk of making a new/reimagined Power Rangers reboot has intensified. Now that the franchise is owned by Hasbro, it seems that this is inevitable. What would I do if I was writing it? Check out this video to find out some of the ideas I came up with!
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Being a lifelong fan of the Bill & Ted movies, I always loved the idea of an in-depth "Behind the Music" type documentary about the career of the Wyld Stallyns, the fictional band led by Bill S. Preston, Esq. and Ted "Theodore" Logan that was said to inspire an age of universal harmony and prosperity. At some point between "Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey" and "Bill & Ted Face the Music," we learned that things didn't always work out the way they wanted it to. Could you imagine if there were a full-length documentary about the rise, fall, and comeback of the Wyld Stallyns? How did Bill & Ted's band fall into obscurity? What could be the aftermath of "Face the Music"?
This was inspired by "This Is Spinal Tap," "Anvil! The Story of Anvil," "Metallica: Some Kind of Monster," and other similar films. Party on, dudes! **Contains SPOILERS for all 3 Bill & Ted films, including "Bill & Ted Face the Music"**
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https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jack-connor5/episodes/R54---Bill--Teds-Excellent-Adventure-1989-Deep-Dive-Review-04-16-2021-e1lcqve/a-a892v63
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Capitol Fox are a brand new band from Melbourne, FL, consisting of veteran musicians Derek Cole on bass and Todd Charron on drums, with newcomer Coleman Wilcox on lead vocals and guitar! I sat down with Derek and Todd to talk about how this band came together, and what their plans for the future are.
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One of the most disputed fan theories in the Marvel Cinematic Universe involves the fate of Captain America/Steve Rogers following the events of "Avengers: Endgame." What did he do with his new life after returning to the 1940s? Tune in to listen to my theory...
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Corium are an up-and-coming deathcore band from Cocoa, FL. Comprised of lead singer Austin Robinson, drummer John McGinnis, bassist Kenneth "Fez" Quinones, and guitarists Will Fetherman and AJ "Pizza" Piazza. After a short time together, they're already making a name for themselves in the Central Florida Metal Scene, and currently represented by From the Depths Entertainment!
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As we look ahead to Phases 5, 6, and beyond of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the big question on most fans' minds is: how will the X-Men fit into all this? More importantly, how could the X-Men fit into established MCU continuity (without any time travel/multiverse shenanigans)? I've thought about this for a while and wanted to share my ideas about how it could be done, and how I would do it. Enjoy!
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This past week, I unexpectedly found out that my good friend and former bandmate, Greg Summers, had passed away after secretly battling cancer. I wanted to say a few words remembering the times we spent together, and celebrating his brilliance and the impact he made on all those who knew him.
To listen to my original interview with Greg, go to:
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Sushii Xhyvette is a model, actress, cosplayer, and burlesque performer known for her flamboyant style and love of all things horror, anime, and pop culture. Raised in Japan, the Philippines, Texas, and Florida, she brings a unique perspective that has helped her make a name for herself as a model and later as an actress, primarily working with Gatorblade Films. With upcoming projects like "Swamp Woman" and "Hellvira On the Run," this Scream Queen has certainly carved out a path all her own!
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