Interview – Genuine Chit-Chat

#230 – What Is Kaijus & Cowboys? Artistic Discipline, Making Money & Putting The Artwork First With Frankie B Washington

Frankie B Washington is an “eclectic artist” and illustrator, working on comics, trading cards, storyboards & co-creator of Kaijus & Cowboys and he speaks with Mike about working freelance in the various artistic industries, the new comic series and more!

In more detail, the podcast begins with Frankie talking about his time in the numerous different industries that utilised his illustration skills and how he turned that into a business, where his discipline came from including previous jobs & art school, what he learned from his mentors, his favourite artistic mediums, plus “nerdy” loves, the previous issues of Kaijus & Cowboys, what he & Matthew Blair have learned from the previous kickstarters, influences, anime and more – this is a conversation for entrepreneurs, comic nerds and everyone in-between!

Kaijus & Cowboys Issue 4 Kickstarter (starting Monday 15^th April): https://kickstarter.com/projects/kaijusandcowboys/kaijus-and-cowboys-4

Frankie B Washington’s Links:

X & Instagram as @frankiebwash and on Facebook as /FrankieBWashington – YouTube: https://youtube.com/@FrankieBWashington

RedBubble Store: https://redbubble.com/people/fbwashington/shop – Frankie’s Freelance page: https://www.freelanced.com/frankiebwashington

Secret Lives Of Villains: https://www.webtoons.com/en/canvas/the-secret-lives-of-villains/list?title_no=8749

Frankie also previously worked on Robot God Akamatsu and mentioned the 3D artist Dope Pope and the manga Gon.

The previous GCC episode was the continuation of Clone Wars Conversations, with the second half of Season 2 (Episodes 12-22)! Dave, Maff & Mike discuss every episode of Clone Wars in this show, making it the perfect Clone Wars companion podcast! Prior to that was a Vegas conversation where Mike & Megan speak with Chris Phelps about his experiences, tips & tricks and more!

To support Mike and hear more from Megan, consider supporting Mike’s podcasting endeavours at https://patreon.com/GenuineChitChat – for only £1 per month, you will get instant access to over 200 episodes of their exclusive Patreon show Afterthoughts and a new episode is released every week!

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GUEST SPOTS:

Mike was chatted Dune 1984 and Part 1 (2021) with the 20^th Century Geek: https://pod.fo/e/227135

Mike was recently on Mandatory Music & CD, talking Weezer: https://pod.fo/e/224890

Mike also featured on the VHS Strikes Back, talking Trainspotting: https://pod.fo/e/22437b

Mike hosted the 1000^th episode of Comics In Motion: https://pod.fo/e/22046f – https://youtu.be/OqFFFehte5A

Find Mike’s other show; Star Wars: Comics In Canon on Spotify & the other podcast apps on the feed of Comics In Motion or on GCC’s YouTube channel. The last episode was a review of the Asajj Ventress/Quinlan Vos book Dark Disciple, while the episode prior (143) was Mike delving into the Free Comic Book Day High Republic comics while ep 142 showcases Darth Vader against Padmé’s handmaidens! Previous episodes include the Hidden Empire crossovers, every canon Star Wars comic by Marvel, full High Republic coverage (book reviews & comics) & much more – https://podfollow.com/comicsinmotion

Find all of Mike’s social media & other links at https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat

#216 – Writing Lando Calrissian & Luke Skywalker: Shadow Of The Sith, The Dark Side, Dissonance, General Pryde & More With Adam Christopher

This week Mike speaks with Adam Christopher; writer of Shadow of The Sith, 3 short stories in Star Wars: A Certain Point Of View, Stranger Things, Elementary and more!

In their conversation, Adam first talks about his move from New Zealand to the UK, before discussing Adam’s Doctor Who fandom, how Adam’s writing has improved including listening to podcasts, what about General Pryde intrigued Adam, the dissonance in Adam’s writing, his interest in mythology, his writing of Lando and Luke differing in Shadow Of The Sith, his short stories in all three A Certain Point Of View points and more – this is definitely one for the sci-fi, book and Star Wars nerds!

Adam’s Site: https://adamchristopher.me – @GhostFinder on X – @AdamChristopherWriter on Instagram/Threads.

Authors mentioned; Michael Stackpole & Mur Laffety.

Mike’s review of Adam Christopher’s Shadow Of The Sith: https://youtu.be/G0GUsAAP0GI

If you enjoyed this, check out ep 213 where Mike spoke with author & journalist Ethan Sacks to talk about his new indie mini-series; A Haunted Girl, his Star Wars comics, including Bounty Hunters, mental health, his inspirations and more! Plus Mike has spoke with other Star Wars authors George Mann, Kevin Shinick, Cavan Scott & Claudia Gray!

Last week’s GCC episode was with dentist Dr Blaine Leeds, discussing his book; “What Happens When Our Children Don’t Sleep” and why he wrote it (with Bryan Ferre). Plus he talks about how the shape of one’s jaw affects sleep and can cause numerous sleep issues including Sleep Apnea, and how he came into this information via collaboration – this conversation is sure to inform and surprise people of all ages!

Sign up to the Pop Culture Collective newsletter here to keep up to date with Mike and other incredible creator’s many releases: https://pccnewsletter.com

If you want FREE BONUS CONTENT, please screenshot your reviews & ratings of the show and send them to Mike via social media or email and he’ll send you an episode of Afterthoughts of your choosing!

MORE GUEST SPOTS & FREE CONTENT:

Mike (& Megan) appeared on Spider-Dan & The Secret Bores to compare the two Day of The Dead movies Coco & The Book Of Life: https://pod.fo/e/1fdd53

Mike appeared on Back To The Filmography to talk about Jason Statham’s only animated movie to date; Gnomeo & Juliet: https://pod.fo/e/1f9f28

Mike spoke with Thomas Rochester of Reckless Rebellion to talk about the 3 Thrawn book trilogies: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/1df29c⁠

Mike also appeared on Star Wars Timeline to talk about Ahsoka, as part of the #RoadToAhsoka: https://youtu.be/-qo3tVHyC1U

Find Mike’s other show; Star Wars: Comics In Canon on Spotify & the other podcast apps on the feed of Comics In Motion or on GCC’s YouTube channel. Episodes are out every Saturday; episodes 0-142 are out now; ep 142 showcases Darth Vader against Padmé’s handmaidens while ep 141 are Clone Wars stories you’ve not heard of and in ep 140 Mike explains how Luke Skywalker obtained his green lightsaber crystal! Previous episodes include the Hidden Empire crossovers, every canon Star Wars comic by Marvel, full High Republic coverage (book reviews & comics) & much more – https://podfollow.com/comicsinmotion

Find all of Mike’s social media & other links at https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat or Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

#213 – Ethan Sacks on Bounty Hunters & A Haunted Girl: Processing Trauma, Star Wars Dads, Valance Nation & Paolo Villlanelli

This week, Mike sat down with author & journalist Ethan Sacks to talk about his new indie mini-series; A Haunted Girl, his Star Wars comics, including Bounty Hunters and more!

In more detail, the duo start with Ethan’s writing style and how he has written comics, how his journey from journalist to comic book writer has changed his involvement in the fandom, Ethan’s relationship with his dad and Star Wars, Ethan’s creative process, how Ethan has processed trauma through writing, Ethan’s collaborations with Paolo Villanelli, plus 4-LOM & Zuckuss. Ethan then talks in-depth about his comic A Haunted Girl along with his journey with his daughter through some difficult times. The conversation draws to a close after talking about Ethan’s COVID and Climate Crisis Chronicles – this conversation is perfect for Star Wars & indie comic fans, aspiring writers or those suffering with mental health issues.

Mike spoke with Paolo Villanelli in November 2021, listen to or watch their conversation here: https://pod.fo/e/100f81 – https://youtu.be/NMmzZlsNdo4

Make sure you check out all 5 episodes of Mike, Maff & Dave’s show; Rebels Reviewed, so listen to their thoughts on seasons 1, 2, 3 & 4 and a bonus prediction/wrap-up episode for Ahsoka, all found on any podcast app and on YouTube: https://pod.fo/e/1defff – https://youtu.be/BrZrvENUlTM

Star Wars: Ahsoka has now finished, so you can check out every other episode of Mike’s discussion shows, with Dave & Maff each making appearances – listen on the podcast feed of Comics In Motion or watch on YouTube; https://pod.fo/e/1f4b32 & https://youtu.be/6mGPxSnMxhw

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In the previous episode of GCC, Dave, Maff, Megan & Mike go back to 1999 with the first of the controversial Prequel Trilogy; The Phantom Menace! The episode serves as a soft lead into the Clone Wars animated series, which Dave, Maff & Mike will be delving into in 2024 – Maff hasn’t watched the prequel trilogy in many years, while Mike is a staunch defender, so tune in to hear; is Phantom Menace actually any good?

If you want FREE BONUS CONTENT, please screenshot your reviews & ratings of the show and send them to Mike via social media or email and he’ll send you an episode of Afterthoughts of your choosing!

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MORE GUEST SPOTS & FREE CONTENT:

Mike (& Megan) appeared on Spider-Dan & The Secret Bores to compare the two Day of The Dead movies Coco & The Book Of Life: https://pod.fo/e/1fdd53

Mike appeared on Back To The Filmography to talk about Jason Statham’s only animated movie to date; Gnomeo & Juliet: https://pod.fo/e/1f9f28

Mike spoke with Thomas Rochester of Reckless Rebellion to talk about the 3 Thrawn book trilogies: ⁠https://pod.fo/e/1df29c⁠

Mike also appeared on Star Wars Timeline to talk about Ahsoka, as part of the #RoadToAhsoka: https://youtu.be/-qo3tVHyC1U

Find Mike’s other show; Star Wars: Comics In Canon on Spotify & the other podcast apps on the feed of Comics In Motion or on GCC’s YouTube channel. Episodes are out every Saturday; episodes 0-141 are out now; ep 141 are Clone Wars stories you’ve likely not heard of, in ep 140 Mike explains how Luke Skywalker obtained his green lightsaber crystal, ep 139 finished the Yoda mini-series and ep 138 were the prior 2020 Star Wars comics featuring Luke, Lando & Leia! Previous episodes include the Hidden Empire crossovers, every canon Star Wars comic by Marvel, full High Republic coverage (book reviews & comics) & much more – https://podfollow.com/comicsinmotion

Find all of Mike’s social media & other links at https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat or Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

#187 – Knowing George Lucas & Writing Force Collector: Franchise Detours, The Disney Era, History & Making Star Wars Relatable With Kevin Shinick

Kevin Shinick; author, actor, producer & history buff joins Mike for an extra-special episode, where Kevin’s Star Wars book Force Collector, his time with George Lucas, the MCU, history and more is discussed!

In more detail, after introducing himself, Kevin talks about the project he worked on with George Lucas before the Disney takeover; Star Wars: Detours and why it was never released, before discussing how George Lucas works as a filmmaker & content creator and how each of the trilogies differ & why. This leads onto talking about the MCU, audiences and franchises as a whole. The remainder of their conversation primarily focuses on Kevin’s Star Wars book: Force Collector, including how Kevin’s love of history impacted the writing of this novel, how he got to write it, what elements he had to change (due to Rise of Skywalker), why it may not have sold as well as other books, and other related topics! Towards the end, Kevin also talks about what’s to come in his future, including an animated series, comics and more!

Mike has also released his review of Kevin Shinick’s book: Force Collector, listen here: https://pod.fo/e/169f2f

Kevin’s Site: https://kevinshinick.com – Twitter & IG: @KevinShinick

Kevin’s appearance on the Jedi Talk Podcast (in 2020): https://spoti.fi/3mmsCY9

The first episode of the weekly Mandalorian discussion shows is out now on the podcast feed of Comics In Motion and the video version is on YouTube: https://pod.fo/e/169f2e – https://youtu.be/r96T3DeOnDU

Mike, Maff & Dave’s new show; Rebels Reviewed is out now, listen on any podcast app or watch on YouTube: https://pod.fo/e/166659 – https://youtu.be/oVXItTYLe68

Check out Mike’s Patreon, where he releases at least 1 episode of his & Megan’s “Afterthoughts” a week, plus there are unsplit full-length episodes of GCC and more, so if you want to support the show and get more content, check it out at http://patreon.com/genuinechitchat

To hear to a free Patreon episode, check out the first in Mike & Megan’s Tom Hanks watch here: https://bit.ly/TomHanks1

In the previous episode of GCC (186) Mike spoke with Jennifer Stirling-Campbell about her depression journey; from diagnosis to the resolution, how she navigates feeling the “ebb & flow” of the world, her connection with God, importance of music in Jennifer’s family, astrology and more! This conversation is a great way to open your mind & consider alternative perspectives!

Outro read by BZ The Voice: http://bzthevoice.com

Find Mike’s other show; Star Wars: Comics In Canon on Spotify & the other podcast apps on the feed of Comics In Motion or on GCC’s YouTube channel. Episodes are out every Saturday; episodes 0-121 are out now, in ep 121 Mike delves into the first batch of Hidden Empire comics, in ep 120 Mike tackled the mysterious Revelations one-shot and in ep 119 Mike went into Darth Vader comics where he finds himself face-to-face with Padmé’s double; Sabé! Previous episodes include the War Of The Bounty Hunters & Crimson Reign crossovers, every other canon Star Wars comic by Marvel, the Journals of Old Ben Kenobi, full High Republic coverage (book reviews & comics) & much more – https://podfollow.com/comicsinmotion

Mike recently guested on:

Stevie B’s Star Wars Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/McbWHBMZQxM

Indie Comics Spotlight to talk Miracleman Books 1-4: https://pod.fo/e/156d91

Ike’s Flame podcast to talk about The High Republic here: https://pod.fo/e/143ce4

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#178 P1 – What On Earth Is Brollywood? Interviewing Herman Dune & Writing A Bank Heist Set In COVID With Frank Burton

Frank returns for his fifth GCC appearance, to talk about his podcast with David Ivar of Herman Dune, writing a book during, that is also set during, the UK COVID lockdown, plus alternate versions of celebrities, the Ragbag world and answering the question; What Is Brollywood?

In more detail, this week is part 1 of their conversation (part 2 is out now on Patreon) where they start by discussing Frank’s 4-part podcast series called Not On Top with David Ivar of the band Herman Dune, before delving into the meta subject of being interviewed as an author, before explaining the premise of his latest book Brollywood and talking about writing a book during COVID that is also set in the UK at a time of the lockdown restrictions. Part 1 comes to a close as the duo discuss the celebrity appearances in Brollywood.

Next week, in part 2, the duo discuss celebrities appearing in Brollywood in more depth, including Benedict Cumberbatch & “famous-man-who-cannot-be-named-for-legal-reasons, with Frank explaining how he wrote them in the way that he did and why. Frank & Mike then go on a tangent about the footnotes section of the audiobook of Brollywood which includes people who leave reviews for service stations, celebrities starting podcasts, becoming famous, Frank’s future projects and so much more, so be sure to subscribe (or become a Patreon supporter) to hear it next week!

Find Frank on social media @RagbagPresents and @RagbagRambler

Frank’s Site: http://www.frankburton.co.uk – Listen to the audio version of Brollywood (for free) on Ragbag Presents here: https://spoti.fi/3GToZ47 or buy the physical Brollywood book here: https://amzn.to/3u4WwRb

Frank mentioned his appearance on Hannah’s Bookshelf when he was promoting one of his older books; The One Hundred (found here: https://bit.ly/3F8Ms08), he also mentioned Jarvis Cocker’s autobiography called Good Pop, Bad Pop.

Frank’s previous appearances on GCC are episodes 34, 56, 86 & 144!

Mike appeared on episode 76 the Ragbag podcast: http://spoti.fi/3aLgx5e and on S1, episode 16 Frank Burton’s I Like The Sound podcast: https://spoti.fi/3ue8ma3 and on S2 ep 1: https://pod.fo/e/143cf0

The last episode of GCC (177) was the fourth instalment of Disney Discussions, with Megan hosting to talk Disney/Pixar Péliculas (movies in Spanish)! Tune in to hear Megan, Mike, Ria & Spider-Dan talk UP, Inside Out, Wall-E & Coco, discussing how they compare, common themes among them, why they’re the squad’s respective favourites and much more! Megan also provides several easter eggs in Coco and gives a little Mexican-culture lesson too!

Check out Mike’s Patreon, where he releases at least 1 episode of his & Megan’s “Afterthoughts” a week (with over 100 out), plus there are unsplit full-length episodes of GCC and more, so if you want to support the show and get more content, check it out at http://patreon.com/genuinechitchat

To hear to a free Patreon episode, check out the first in Mike & Megan’s Tom Hanks watch here: https://bit.ly/TomHanks1

Find Mike’s other show; Star Wars: Comics In Canon on Spotify & the other podcast apps on the feed of Comics In Motion or on GCC’s YouTube channel. Episodes are out every Saturday; episodes 0-113 are out now, in ep 113 Mike delved into the 5 Starlight short Stories, for 112 Mike went into the third & final batch of horror anthology stories from Vader’s Castle and in ep 111 Mike delved into the 5-part Obi-Wan mini-series! Previous episodes include the War Of The Bounty Hunters crossover (all 34 tie-in issues), every other canon Star Wars comic by Marvel, the Journals of Old Ben Kenobi, full High Republic coverage (book reviews & comics) & much more – https://podfollow.com/comicsinmotion

Mike’s guest spots:

Comics In Motion to talk about the finale of the Star Wars show Andor series here: https://pod.fo/e/151fa9

Comics In Motion (again) to talk about the Tales Of The Jedi animated series here: https://pod.fo/e/152525

Ike’s Flame podcast to talk about The High Republic here: https://pod.fo/e/143ce4

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

Frank Burton Himself!

#177 – The Era Of Geek: 50th Episode Special, Interviewing The Interviewer With Superdummy Paul

To celebrate the Era Of Geek’s 50^th episode, it’s a crossover special! The tables have turned as Mike speaks with self-proclaimed “Superdummy”; Paul about his geeky life, why he started his podcast & what he’s learned from having it, and so much more! This episode is on both feeds so do Paul a favour and go subscribe to Era Of Geek and listen to this episode there!

Paul’s Site: https://superdummy.co.uk – Era Of Geek’s Links: https://allmylinks.com/eraofgeek

Find Paul on Twitter @PaulDaMac and for Dummies Guide here: @GeekdomGuide

Listen to Paul’s other podcast, Dummies Guide To Geekdom here: https://superdummy.co.uk/geekguide

Check out Paul’s recent Superdraft episode (on Comics In Motion) here: https://pod.fo/e/14df8d

Last week, ep 176 of GCC was the fourth instalment of Disney Discussions, where Megan, Mike, Ria & Spider-Dan give their thoughts on four more Disney movies, with Megan hosting to talk Disney/Pixar Péliculas (movies in Spanish)! Tune in to hear them talk UP, Inside Out, Wall-E & Coco, discussing how they compare, common themes among them, why they’re the squad’s respective favourites and much more! Megan also provides several easter eggs in Coco and gives a little Spanish-culture lesson too!

Check out Mike’s Patreon, where he releases at least 1 episode of his & Megan’s “Afterthoughts” a week, and in October they released an episode every few days, plus there are unsplit full-length episodes of GCC and more, so if you want to support the show and get more content, check it out at http://patreon.com/genuinechitchat

To hear to a free Patreon episode, check out the first in Mike & Megan’s Tom Hanks watch here: https://bit.ly/TomHanks1

Find Mike’s other show; Star Wars: Comics In Canon on Spotify & the other podcast apps on the feed of Comics In Motion or on GCC’s YouTube channel. Episodes are out every Saturday; episodes 0-113 are out now, in ep 113 Mike delved into the 5 Starlight short Stories, for 112 Mike went into the third & final batch of horror anthology stories from Vader’s Castle and in ep 111 Mike delved into the 5-part Obi-Wan mini-series! Previous episodes include the War Of The Bounty Hunters crossover (all 34 tie-in issues), every other canon Star Wars comic by Marvel, the Journals of Old Ben Kenobi, full High Republic coverage (book reviews & comics) & much more – https://podfollow.com/comicsinmotion

Mike’s guest spots:
Mike went on Ike’s Flame podcast to talk about Phase 1 of The High Republic, listen here: https://pod.fo/e/143ce4

Mike appeared on Frank Burton’s I Like The Sound Podcast here: https://pod.fo/e/143cf0

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#153 – Moving From The USA To France: Culture Shock, Quality Of Life & Starting A Career As An Author With Gia De Cadenet

Gia De Cadenet; author, teacher and expat is this week’s guest; she talks about her latest book; Getting His Game Back, why she left the US to move to France and the many differences among cultures – this conversation is definitely one for travellers, Europe enthusiasts or the writers/bookworms among you!

In more detail, their conversation starts with Gia explaining when her love of France & Paris first appeared, followed by her first time living there (for approximately 6 weeks), then how it all went wrong upon her return, aside from her meeting her now-husband. Their conversation on France continues with the differences between it to the US and why she decided to stay living there, before they talk about Gia’s new book & her inspiration behind writing it as well as her next book; Not The Plan. Gia provides some context to her book’s characters, it’s themes, why she wrote it and how it already has a life of it’s own which includes Gia explaining her writing process and what she has planned for the future of her books! Their conversation ends with a brief discussion around the issues a person of colour can face when dating a white individual.

Gia’s Website: giadecadenet.com – Follow Gia on social media; Twitter: @Gia_deCadenet – Instagram: @Gia_decad

Tonya Todd connected Gia & Mike, you can find her GCC appearances on episodes 97, 101, 114 & 141!

In the last episode of GCC, number 152, Chris Braaten returned to GCC, talking about his journey through a 200lbs weight loss which included a massive change of diet & lifestyle, then Mike & Chris’ conversation moves to Chris’ recent family trip to Disneyworld, which includes the new app, new rides/areas and what it’s like going to a theme park post-COVID!

For any Star Wars fars; make sure you tune into the Book Of Boba Fett discussion show where Mike & various guests discuss each chapter of the new series week-by-week, you can listen on Mike’s YouTube channel, or on the feed of Comics In Motion!

Find Mike’s other show; Star Wars: Comics In Canon on Spotify & the other podcast apps on the feed of Comics In Motion & on GCC’s YouTube. Episodes are out every Saturday; episodes 0-87 are out now, in ep 87 Mike went through Ty Yorrick’s origin story, in ep 86 Mike delved into IDW’s High Republic Adventures comics and in ep 85 Mike provides an introduction to Poe Dameron & tackles the first volume of his comics! Previous episodes topics include the War Of The Bounty Hunters crossover (all 34 tie-in issues) plus the Lando comics, the Journals of Old Ben Kenobi, Kanan Jarrus, Count Dooku, Kylo Ren, Darth Maul, numerous High Republic book reviews & more – https://spoti.fi/3sOtqCw

Outro read by BZ The Voice: http://www.bzthevoice.com/

Mike’s guest spots:
Mike’s appearance on the Beernuts Productions podcast, listen here: https://spoti.fi/3jpLjpD

Mike was on the Talking Dad podcast, listen here: https://spoti.fi/3pmI6Jm

Mike returned to Star Wars Timeline to talk about The Force Awakens here: https://youtu.be/c4VMXeBU3W4 The Last Jedi here: https://youtu.be/7dGEsdfSMkY and The Rise of Skywalker here: https://youtu.be/9fZWXji7_Jo

Mike appeared on the Hall of Mears podcast, listen here: https://spoti.fi/3bxgXwS or watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/K5epyHW-TPs

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You can also email Mike at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#127 Pt 1 – What Is Pop Punk?: New Band Members, Arranging Covers & A Spark To Ignite EP Release With Luke & Tom Of Royals

The pop punk band Royals are this episode’s focus where Mike speaks with singer/frontman Luke Smithson and Tom Guildford; bassist & one of their newest members about pop punk, their upcoming EP release on June 11^th, music videos and more!

For more detail, part 1 includes why Luke started Royals, how the band is different to other bands Tom & Luke have been in, how covers are put together, what pop punk means to them, their favourite part of being in Royals, the importance of getting along with band members, how lockdown affected their EP release, the music video & song meaning for Jaded and much more is discussed!

Part 2 is out next week (patreons already have access) and they discuss the video & song meaning behind Worldwide Catastrophe, their anticipation for future live shows, the future of the band, the songwriting process, the theme for their Spark To Ignite EP, interactions with their fanbase, toxic positivity and many other topics are tackled, so keep an eye out for that!

Royals on Spotify – Royal’s Custom Spotify Playlist

Luke & Tom can be found on social media @LukeRoyalsUK & @TomsRoyalsUK!

Royals’ Site – Social media: IG: @Royalsofficialuk – FB: /RoyalsOfficialUK – Twitter: @RoyalsBandUK – Royals’ Twitch

For only as little as £1 a month, get access to part 2 of this chat one week early, in the full unsplit version of this conversation (& previous two-parters) as well as exclusive access to Mike & Megan’s Afterthoughts show (with 2 episodes are *FREE* to anyone: season 1 of The Witcher and Star Wars: The Phantom Menace), so if you want to support the show and get more content, or just check out free stuff, go to http://patreon.com/genuinechitchat!

Find Mike’s other show; Star Wars: Comics In Canon on Spotify & the other podcast apps on the feed of Comics In Motion. Episodes are out every Saturday; episodes 0-58 are out now, with ep 58 showing how Kanan Jarrus met his master, 57 is about Luke, Leia & Han getting stranded on the mysterious Hubin while 56 gives information on the heroes of the resistance! Previous episodes topics include Lando comics, the Journals of Old Ben Kenobi, Count Dooku, Kylo Ren, Darth Maul, how C-3PO got his red arm, book reviews & more – https://spoti.fi/3sOtqCw

Mike is on episode 21 of the podcast Geek Talks on the Fantastic Universes feed: https://spoti.fi/3fOJT5h

Mike also appeared on episode 16 Frank Burton’s I Like The Sound podcast: https://spoti.fi/3ue8ma3

Mike was on the 20th Century Geek podcast to talk about his 3 “Desert Island Comics” here: http://spoti.fi/3r1UOvZ

Mike & Megan were also on the Batman retrospective on 20th Century Geek, where they discuss Batman ’66, the four Burtonverse Batman movies, Mask Of The Phantasm and the Dark Knight trilogy, check it out part 1 here: https://spoti.fi/3sTeN2m

Mike was recently on Podcasts We Listen To, speaking about his show Genuine Chit-Chat and next week he talks all about this show and his love of Star Wars: http://spoti.fi/3uus0PT

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You can also email Mike at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#121 – Being A Bounty Hunter In Star Wars: Gekko, Positivity, Humility & Filming The Mandalorian With Dominic Pace & Glyn Davies

Dominic Pace, aka Gekko The Bounty Hunter from chapters 1 & 3 of The Mandalorian is the special guest this week and Mike is also joined by Glyn Davies who connected them!

In more detail, Dominic talks about his role in the Mandalorian, how it’s been touring and meeting members of the Star Wars community, how cool the new special effects LED screen “The Volume” was during filming, the parallels Dominic sees in the Star Wars universe to his own life, some of the people in Star Wars he’s met, Dominic’s positive outlook on life, political correctness, Daniel Day Lewis, staying humble and more!
Dominic/Gekko’s Site (with tour dates): https://gekkothebountyhunter.com/ – Twitter: @GekkoTheHunter – Glyn’s Twitter: @RealGlynDavies

This episode was aired on both Genuine Chit-Chat and on Mike’s other show; Star Wars: Comics In Canon, which is found on Spotify & the other podcast apps on the feed of Comics In Motion. Episodes are out every Saturday; episodes 0-49 are out now, with ep 49 featuring Bounty Hunters pursuing Darth Vader, ep 48 featured the munity on Mon Cala (Ackbar’s homeworld) and the release before that was a spoiler-free book review of Light Of The Jedi! Previous episodes topics include Lando comics, the Journals of Old Ben Kenobi, Count Dooku, Darth Vader, Kylo Ren, Darth Maul, how C-3PO got his red arm & more – https://spoti.fi/3kPcyJH

In the previous episode of GCC; number 120, Mike spoke with 4 members of the Comics In Motion family for a massive 2+ hour long roundtable discussion on Zack Snyder’s Justice League!

Also make sure you check out episode 110 of GCC for Mike’s conversation with Star Wars author Claudia Gray!

On Mike’s Patreon, you’ll get access to an exclusive new show “Afterthoughts” (with 2 episodes being *FREE* to anyone – one of which is their review of The Phantom Menace as Mike & Megan have started a full Star Wars run-through), plus there are other unsplit full-length episodes of GCC, additional photos (including early access to photos of comics for his Star Wars show) and more, so if you want to support the show and get more content, check it out at http://patreon.com/genuinechitchat!

Mike was on the 20th Century Geek podcast to talk about his 3 “Desert Island Comics” here: http://spoti.fi/3r1UOvZ

Mike was recently on Podcasts We Listen To, speaking about his show Genuine Chit-Chat and next week he talks all about this show and his love of Star Wars: http://spoti.fi/3uus0PT

Mike & Megan also appeared on the 52 Love Podcast where they wrote & read poems to each other: http://spoti.fi/3ruHXmF

Mike appeared on episode 76 Frank Burton’s Ragbag podcast: http://spoti.fi/3aLgx5e

Mike has another show, called Star Wars: Comics In Canon – all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed and episodes are out every Saturday; episodes 0-49 are out now, with ep 49 featuring Bounty Hunters pursuing Darth Vader, ep 48 featured the munity on Mon Cala (Ackbar’s homeworld) and the release before that was a spoiler-free book review of Light Of The Jedi! Previous episodes topics include Lando comics, the Journals of Old Ben Kenobi, Count Dooku, Darth Vader, Kylo Ren, Darth Maul, how C-3PO got his red arm & more – https://spoti.fi/3kPcyJH

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email Mike at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#116 Pt 2 – Breaking Down Abstract Ideas: The Causation Of Consciousness & The Fountain Of Existence With Jack Thomas

Jack of the Just Conversations podcast returns for part 2 of the deep dive into the concept of good & evil, consciousness, “the fountain of existence”, identity & more – continuing the very abstract discussion!

So for this week’s part, the conversation on consciousness continues but please be advised on a trigger warning, as rape is mentioned as an example during the discussion. For clarity, the rest of their conversation tackles abtract ideas, the equalisation of the universe, how the universe may have started, the causation of consciousness, the “fountain of existence”, free will & determinism, one’s self and more!

In case you missed it, part 1 of their chat started with the “passive apocalypse” and the polarising political system in America before delving into the main conversation topic; the concept of “good & evil”. Mike & Jack discuss whether “good” or “evil” even exist, as well as the historical retelling of events that alter perception, whether or not intent can affect the “goodness” of an action, religion’s impact of the perception of evil, heaven & hell and consciousness!

Just Conversations’ Site: https://greythoughts.info/podcast – Social Media; @JustConvoPod on both IG & Twitter and /JustConvoPod on FB.

Check out Mike’s appearance on episode 4.09 of the Just Conversations podcast (out 26^th September 2020) for another deep dive into conceptualising the universe, God, divinity, existence & more: http://spoti.fi/2NnHuUD

Mike now has a Patreon, where there’s an exclusive new show “Afterthoughts” where Mike & Megan discuss movies & series they’ve watched, plus there’s unsplit full-length episodes of GCC (part 1 & 2 of this chat were released together last week), additional photos, access to future guest lists and more, so if you want to support the show and get more content, check it out at http://patreon.com/genuinechitchat

In the previous episode of GCC; number 115, Mike spoke with Paul & Dan of the Superheroes For Dummies podcast for a 2-part discussion on comic books, comic-related TV shows, movie & games, how the Superheroes For Dummies podcast was started, as well as the community interaction that comes from it, the “entry level” & reading lists for people new to reading comics, comic book history, “comic guilt” and more!

Mike & Megan also appeared on the 52 Love Podcast where they wrote & read poems to each other: http://spoti.fi/3ruHXmF

Mike appeared on episode 76 Frank Burton’s Ragbag podcast: http://spoti.fi/3aLgx5e

Mike & Megan were also on the Batman retrospective on 20th Century Geek, all parts (1, 2A, 2B, 3A & 3B) are out where they discuss Batman ’66, the four Burtonverse Batman movies, Mask Of The Phantasm and the Dark Knight trilogy, check it out part 1 here: https://spoti.fi/3sTeN2m

In the two below episodes, Mike guested on shows found on the feed of Comics In Motion (along with his Star Wars show)!
Ep 19 of Mandatory Marvel & DC; with Max Byrne to talk about the New 52 Batman story Death Of The Family: https://spoti.fi/3isIWka
Indie Comics Spotlight, where he & Tony spoke about Mark Russell’s run of The Lone Ranger comics: https://spoti.fi/3oJsQ7Y

Mike has another show, called Star Wars: Comics In Canon – all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed and episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0-45 are now out, 45 features the TIE Fighter mini-series, 44 features the Rogue One sequel comic and 43 is about the 5 Age Of Rebellion Villains one-shot comics. Previous episodes topics include the Thrawn comic adaptation, Lando comics, the Journals of Old Ben Kenobi, Count Dooku, Darth Vader, Mace Windu, Doctor Aphra, The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul, how C-3PO got his red arm & more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is also a part of the Brit Pod Scene – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email Mike at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#116 Pt 1 – Conceptualising Good, Evil & Identity: Reference Points, Religious Archetypes & The Just Conversation Podcast With Jack Thomas

This week, Mike speaks to Jack of the Just Conversations podcast for a deep dive into the concept of good & evil, identity & more – a very abstract discussion!

Part 1 of their chat starts with the “passive apocalypse” and the polarising political system in America before delving into the main conversation topic; the concept of “good & evil”. Mike & Jack discuss whether “good” or “evil” even exist, as well as the historical retelling of events that alter perception, whether or not intent can affect the “goodness” of an action, religion’s impact of the perception of evil, heaven & hell, consciousness and more!

Part 2 will be out next week on this usual feed (but both parts are already out on Patreon in one full episode) – be advised on a trigger warning, as although their discussion on consciousness continues, rape is mentioned as an example during the discussion. For clarity, the rest of their conversation tackles abtract ideas, the equalisation of the universe, how the universe may have started, the causation of consciousness, the “fountain of existence”, free will & determinism, one’s self and more, so either tune in next week or pop over to Patreon to hear more!

Just Conversations’ Site: https://greythoughts.info/podcast – Social Media; @JustConvoPod on both IG & Twitter and /JustConvoPod on FB.

Mike now has a Patreon, where there’s an exclusive new show “Afterthoughts”, unsplit full-length episodes of GCC (with part 2 of this chat already available), additional photos, access to future guest lists and more, so if you want to support the show and get more content, check it out at http://patreon.com/genuinechitchat

Mike & Megan also appeared on the 52 Love Podcast where they wrote & read poems to each other: http://spoti.fi/3ruHXmF

Mike appeared on episode 76 Frank Burton’s Ragbag podcast: http://spoti.fi/3aLgx5e

Mike & Megan were also on the Batman retrospective on 20th Century Geek, parts 1 & 2 are out where they discuss Batman ’66, the four Burtonverse Batman movies and Mask Of The Phantasm, part 3 will be out soon, check it out part 1 here: https://spoti.fi/3sTeN2m

Mike has another show, called Star Wars: Comics In Canon – all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed and episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0-44 are now out, 44 features the Rogue One sequel comic, 43 is about the 5 Age Of Rebellion Villains one-shots and 42 is about Doctor Aphra & the auction massacre. Previous episodes topics include the Thrawn comic adaptation, Lando comics, the Journals of Old Ben Kenobi, Count Dooku, Darth Vader, Mace Windu, Darth Vader, Doctor Aphra, The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul, how C-3PO got his red arm & more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is also a part of the Brit Pod Scene – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email Mike at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#113 – Having Fun With IRONTOM: Lyrical Meaning, Imposter Syndrome & The Cult Following With Harry Hayes

This week brings Harry Hayes of IRONTOM to GCC, talking with Mike about band life, writing music and more!

In more detail, Harry talks about how IRONTOM tackles genre and some of the meanings behind their lyrics, the themes of their latest album “Cult Following”, dealing with imposter syndrome, Harry’s favourite aspect of being in a band, “feeling” music, how the band write music, a fun (fictional) story on how IRONTOM started and more!

IRONTOM Site – IRONTOM’s Music– @IronTomBand: Instagram – Twitter – Facebook

The previous episode of GCC; number 112, Mike spoke with Russ Tribe about his upcoming zombie movie Day 66; including why Russ decided to make a zombie film, some of his favourite zombie films, the difference in UK & US zombie movies, how it was to write, direct & act in the movie, Russ’ future plans and more!

Mike was on a recent episode of Indie Comics Spotlight, where he & Tony spoke about Mark Russell’s run of The Lone Ranger comics: https://spoti.fi/3oJsQ7Y

Mike also appeared on the second episode of Comics On Trial, defending The Phantom Menace against Scott of 20th Century Geek – found on the feed of Comics In Motion

Mike was also on an episode of the Rob And Slim Show, released November 17th!

Mike has another show, called Star Wars: Comics In Canon – all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed and episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0-40 are now out, 40 is about 6 individual stories including R2-D2 killing stormtroopers, 39 is about 4 one-shot Age Of Republic stories and 38 is the comic adaptation of the Thrawn novel! Previous episodes topics include Lando comics, the Journals of Old Ben Kenobi, Count Dooku, Darth Vader, Mace Windu, Darth Vader, Doctor Aphra, The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul, how C-3PO got his red arm & more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is also a part of the Brit Pod Scene – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email Mike at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#112 – How To Make A Zombie Movie: Day 66, Horror Films & Beacon Productions With Russ Tribe

Jump-starting 2021, Mike speaks with filmmaker and zombie/horror/movie enthusiast Russ Tribe about his upcoming zombie movie “Day 66” (that both Mike & Megan are actually zombie extras in)!

In more detail, Russ starts by explaining why he decided to make a zombie film and how long it’s taken thus far, before delving into the many people involved in making Day 66, some of his favourite zombie films, the difference in UK & US zombie movies, how it was to write, direct & act in the movie, Russ’ future plans, some movies & TV series Russ’ enjoys and much more!

Day 66 Site – Beacon Productions – Day 66 Trailer – Twitter: @Day66_movie & @Trib_Ey – Instagram: @Day66Movie – Facebook /Day66Movie – Discord

Promo by What The Smut podcast

The previous episode of GCC; number 111, was a Christmas special featuring Moxie of Your Brain On Facts, discussing the many differences between how the United States Of America and England celebrate their respective Christmasses!

In episode 110, Mike spoke with Claudia Gray; writer of 4 canon Star Wars books, the upcoming High Republic novel; Into The Dark and several non-Star Wars books – they discuss Claudia’s writing process, duality in Star Wars, differences in writing comics & books and more!

Mike appeared on a recent episode of Comics On Trial, prosecuting Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker against Tony of Indie Comics Spotlight with Mike’s occasional co-host Megan as the judge (6th December): https://spoti.fi/3otJN5I
Mike also appeared on the second episode of Comics On Trial, defending The Phantom Menace against Scott of 20th Century Geek – found on the feed of Comics In Motion

Mike was on episode 42 of Indie Comics Spotlight, him & Tony spoke with Mark Russell, author of Second Coming & Billionaire Island, found on the feed of Comics In Motion!
Mike was also on an episode of the Rob And Slim Show, released November 17th!

Mike has another show, called Star Wars: Comics In Canon – all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed and episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0-39 are now out, 39 is about 4 Age Of Republic stories, 38 is the comic adaptation of the Thrawn novel, 37 is the pre-Solo Lando comic! Previous episodes topics include the Journals of Old Ben Kenobi, Count Dooku, Darth Vader, Mace Windu, Darth Vader, Doctor Aphra, The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul, how C-3PO got his red arm & more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is also a part of the Brit Pod Scene – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email Mike at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#106 – Telling Truths And Breaking Ties: Punk Trumpets, True Honesty & Doing Music Your Own Way With Millie Manders

This week Mike is joined by Millie Manders of the alternative/cross-genre punk band Millie Manders And The Shutup for a talk on their latest album “Telling Truths, Breaking Ties”, songwriting, trumpets and more!

For more detail, Millie talks about her music-orientated childhood, why trumpets are used in the band, that bands should create music they love, excitement for live performances, the immediate positive reception of their album, how Millie puts lyrics together and how certain parts of some songs were recorded, before discussing Mike & Millie’s mutual appreciate for Scroobius Pip, how people have disrespected Millie for being a woman, trust, social media and more!

Their site (containing all show dates) – Spotify – YouTube – Facebook – IG & Twitter both @MillieManders – Millie’s artwork creator Dan Harris

In the last episode of GCC; number 105, Mike spoke with the blind Australian filmmaker & creator of Beernuts Productions; Gough! Their chat starts with how the COVID lockdown affected Australia and when Gough got punched, then they discuss how his production company (Beernuts) dealt with lockdown, their newest mock-interview releases, filming on location, the character of the interviewer, making scripted conversations sound ad-libbed, what Gough has been up to during lockdown, reusing actors, Gough’s writing process and more!

Mike was recently on the Scott Pilgrim Vs The World review for the TV & Movies show on Comics In Motion where he discussed the movie with Dave of CiM and Tony of Indie Comic Spotlight (dated 8th October), check it out here: https://spoti.fi/33I9N5L
Mike also appeared on the second episode of Comics On Trial, defending The Phantom Menace against Scott of 20th Century Geek – found on the feed of Comics In Motion
Mike appeared on episode 8 of Max Byrne’s Mandatory Marvel & DC show about The Killing Joke.
Mike also appeared on Tony Farina’s Indie Comics Spotlight to talk about the comic series Second Coming (Episode 13).
Check out the podcast ROOM where Mike is in episode 1 of season 2 called “All Roads Lead To Room” as well as the episode “Jen And The Blob”!

Mike has another show, called Star Wars: Comics In Canon – all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed and episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0-31 are now out, 31 being about Qui-Gon Jinn & Obi-Wan’s one-shot comics, 30 being a discussion on Doctor Aphra with Tony Farina and 29 was the finale of the first run of Vader comics. Previous episodes topics include Count Dooku, Chewbacca, Galaxy’s Edge, Darth Vader and the Vader Down crossover event, Lando Calrissian, Mace Windu, Darth Vader, Doctor Aphra, The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul beyond The Phantom Menace, how C-3PO got his red arm & more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email us at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#103 Pt 2 – “It Doesn’t Make Me A Serial Killer”: Hung Jesus, Storytelling, Protesting & Religion In Horror With Janine Mercer

This week brings the second part of Janine Mercer’s return to GCC – Janine is the host of the ODDentity podcast, creator of Corvus Review, founder of PodMoth Media and friend of the show!

Part 2 of their chat features “hung jesus”, the combination of religiousity and legends/monsters, as well as how the perception of religion in horror has changed, Janine’s eclectic collection of artifacts and human being’s love of storytelling. The conversation then changes to a more political discussion regarding protesting, being on the wrong side of history, “white guilt”, the perception of opinions and more, so make sure to tune in next week!

Last week, in part 1 of their chat, Mike & Janine’s conversation starts with a small amount of COVID/lockdown talk, before discussing Janine’s hearing issues and the weirdness of 2020 before they talk about Funko pops and the fun of collecting. The chat then changes gear into a discussion on cryptids, vampires, legends, werewolves and aliens, before talking about where Janine’s intrigue into the weird & wonderful came from!

Janine’s first appearance was on episode 78 of GCC to be sure to check that out if you’ve not heard it!

ODDentity Site – Corvus Review – PodMoth Media

In the last episode of GCC; number 102, Mike spoke with Vietnam war veteran, doctor and author; Michael Deeze! Their chat starts with how Michael’s father’s World War II diary started him writing, the Celtic tree of life artwork for his novels and tattoos, introspection, both Mike & Michael’s relationships with their respective fathers & parenthood in general, Michael’s quadruple bypass, travelling, “The Legacy Project” and more!

Mike appeared on the second episode of Comics On Trial, defending The Phantom Menace against Scott of 20th Century Geek – found on the feed of Comics In Motion
Mike appeared on episode 8 of Max Byrne’s Mandatory Marvel & DC show about The Killing Joke.
Mike also appeared on Tony Farina’s Indie Comics Spotlight to talk about the comic series Second Coming (Episode 13).
Check out the podcast ROOM where Mike is in episode 1 of season 2 called “All Roads Lead To Room” as well as the episode “Jen And The Blob”!

Mike has another show, called Star Wars: Comics In Canon – all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed and episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0-28 are now out, 28 being a book review of Master & Apprentice, 27 being about the main Star Wars comics and 26 was a biography of Count Dooku, with previous episodes being about Chewbacca, Galaxy’s Edge, Darth Vader and the Vader Down crossover event, Lando Calrissian, Mace Windu, Darth Vader, Doctor Aphra, The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul beyond The Phantom Menace, how C-3PO got his red arm & more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email us at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#103 Pt 1 – Vampires, Aliens & POPs (Oh My!): Legends, Cryptids & The Joy Of Collectibles With Janine Mercer

This week brings the return of Janine Mercer; host of the ODDentity podcast, creator of Corvus Review, founder of PodMoth Media and friend of the show!

In part 1 of their chat, Mike & Janine’s conversation starts with a small amount of COVID/lockdown talk, before discussing Janine’s hearing issues and the weirdness of 2020 before they talk about Funko pops and the fun of collecting. The chat then changes gear into a discussion on cryptids, vampires, legends, werewolves and aliens, before talking about where Janine’s intrigue into the weird & wonderful came from!

Next week part 2 will be released, which features “hung jesus”, the combination of religiousity and legends/monsters, as well as how the perception of religion in horror has changed, Janine’s eclectic collection of artefacts and human being’s love of storytelling. The conversation then changes to a more political discussion regarding protesting, being on the wrong side of history, “white guilt”, the perception of opinions and more, so make sure to tune in next week!

Janine’s first appearance was on episode 78 of GCC to be sure to check that out if you’ve not heard it!

ODDentity Site – Corvus Review – PodMoth Media

Mike has another show, called Star Wars: Comics In Canon – all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed and episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0-25 are now out, episode 25 being a Q&A episode with the others speaking about Han Solo, Chewbacca, the Galaxy’s Edge, the Vader Down crossover, Lando, Mace Windu, Vader after A New Hope, the Fallen Order prequel comic, how Obi-Wan & Anakin almost left the Jedi order, Cassian met K-2SO, Beckett before Solo, The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul beyond The Phantom Menace, how C-3PO got his red arm, Operation: Cinder, Captain Phasma, The Last Jedi comics, Mon Cala & more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email us at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#97 – “It’s Never All The Way Right”: Modern Shakespeare, Acting & The “Default” White Character With Tonya Todd

is week Mike is joined by actress, author, education coordinator and Sin City Cinephine; Ms Tonya Todd, for a talk about acting, Shakespeare, diversity in nerd culture and more!

For more detail, the chat starts with Tonya giving information on her upcoming live performance (link below) before delving into Shakespeare and Tonya’s writing, her role as an education coordinator, the lack of diversity in writing & media, what blackness means to Tonya, representation of disabilities, how Tonya got into acting, Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine and the X-Men movies which leads to their last topic; the Marvel Cinematic Universe & Star Wars!

Tonya’s Site – Twitter, IG & FB all @MsTonyaTodd

Free-to-watch FB Live event page for streaming Bard at the Bar’s of Caesar & Cleopatra at 5pm pacific time (2am GMT) on August 23rd – Donations to help pay the cast of Caesar & Cleopatra – Caesar & Cleopatra Q & A with cast

Dangers Of A Single Story TED Talk

Promo by In The Black Podcast

Last week, in ep 96, Mike & Megan spoke with Paul & Emily of the Parent Guide To GCSE about why they left teaching, the difficulties of being a teacher, annoying students, the many roles of a teacher, various exam boards, teaching in lockdown, revision planning, the future of education, their latest book and more!

Mike appeared on episode 8 of Max Byrne’s Mandatory Marvel & DC show about The Killing Joke.
Mike also appeared on Tony Farina’s Indie Comics Spotlight to talk about the comic series Second Coming (Episode 13).
Check out the podcast ROOM where Mike is in episode 1 of season 2 called “All Roads Lead To Room” as well as the episode “Jen And The Blob”!

Mike has another show, called Star Wars: Comics In Canon – all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed and episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0-20 are now out, speaking about the Galaxy’s Edge, the Vader Down crossover, Lando, Mace Windu, Vader after A New Hope, the Fallen Order prequel comic, how Obi-Wan & Anakin almost left the Jedi order, Cassian met K-2SO, Beckett before Solo, The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul beyond The Phantom Menace, how C-3PO got his red arm, Operation: Cinder, Captain Phasma, The Last Jedi comics, Mon Cala & more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email us at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#96 – The Parent Guide To GCSE: Back To School, Revision Planning & The Teacher’s Lifestyle With Paul & Emily

This week Mike & his occasional cohost Megan are joined by Paul & Emily from the Parent Guide To GCSE for a talk about education, teaching, their business and more!

For more detail, Paul & Emily discuss why they started Parent Guide To GCSE and why they left teaching, the difficulties of being a teacher, annoying students, the many roles of a teacher, various exam boards, teaching in lockdown, revision planning, the future of education, their latest book and more!

GCSE Survival Guide for Parents Book – Website – Facebook Page – FB Group – Twitter – Instagram

Promo by Your Brain On Facts: http://yourbrainonfacts.com/

Last week, in ep 95, Mike spoke with his friend Sean, discussing Sean’s travels around the world, highlighting his time in Thailand and in North & South America, as well as the food of America, English stereotypes, the costs of living in Wales & England and more!

Mike has another show, called Star Wars: Comics In Canon – all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed and episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0-19 are now out, speaking about the Vader Down crossover, Lando, Mace Windu, Vader after A New Hope, the Fallen Order prequel comic, how Obi-Wan & Anakin almost left the Jedi order, Cassian met K-2SO, Beckett before Solo, The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul beyond The Phantom Menace, how C-3PO got his red arm, Operation: Cinder, Captain Phasma, The Last Jedi comics, Mon Cala & more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email us at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#95 – “Don’t Fight People In Thailand”: Full Moon Party Stories, American Food & Welsh Living With Sean Lloyd

This week Mike is again joined by his good friend Sean Lloyd, for a talk featuring travelling, American food, living costs in Wales & England and more!

In more details, Mike & Sean’s discussion focuses on Sean’s travels around the world, highlighting his time in Thailand and in North & South America, as well as the food of America, English stereotypes, the costs of living in Wales & England and more!

Last week, in ep 94, Mike & Sean’s chat covered how they met, the differences between village & city life, the social changes in lockdown, Sean’s recent decision to come off all social media, the current political climate including Black Lives Matter and much more!

In episode 93 of GCC, Mike spoke with Moxie of the Your Brain On Facts podcast about a great many things, including the mantis shrimp, card games, Moxie’s book, regional dialects of England, musicals, the difference between English & American school systems, Moxie being struck by lightning, Game Of Thrones burlesque (nerdlesque) and many other topics!

Mike has another show, called Star Wars: Comics In Canon – all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed and episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0-18 are now out, speaking about Lando, Mace Windu, Vader after A New Hope, the Fallen Order prequel comic, how Obi-Wan & Anakin almost left the Jedi order, Cassian met K-2SO, Beckett before Solo, The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul beyond The Phantom Menace, how C-3PO got his red arm, Operation: Cinder, Captain Phasma, The Last Jedi comics, Mon Cala & more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email us at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#94 – Leaving Social Media Behind: Friendships, Lockdown Socialising & An Uneasy Political Climate With Sean Lloyd

This week Mike is joined by his good friend Sean Lloyd, for a talk featuring friendship, social media and the Welsh!

For a bit more detail, Mike & Sean’s chat begins with how they met, how Sean first got into podcasts, the different between village & city life, the social changes in lockdown, Sean potentially starting a podcast as well as his recent decision to come off all social media, the current political climate including Black Lives Matter, the radicalisation of left & right politics and much more!

Next week Sean returns, but the conversation completely changes gear and will therefore be episode 95! Their discussion focuses on Sean’s travels around the world, highlighting his time in Thailand and North & South America, aswell as the food of America, English stereotypes, the costs of living in Wales & England and more!

Last week, in episode 93 of GCC, Mike spoke with Moxie of the Your Brain On Facts podcast about a great many things, including the mantis shrimp, card games, Moxie’s book, regional dialects of England, musicals, the difference between English & American school systems, Moxie being struck by lightning, Game Of Thrones burlesque (nerdlesque) and many other topics!

Promo by 20th Century Geek podcast

Mike has another show, called Star Wars: Comics In Canon – all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed and episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0-17 are now out, speaking about Mace Windu, Vader after A New Hope, the Fallen Order prequel comic, how Obi-Wan & Anakin almost left the Jedi order, Cassian met K-2SO, Beckett before Solo, The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul beyond The Phantom Menace, how C-3PO got his red arm, Operation: Cinder, Captain Phasma, The Last Jedi comics, Mon Cala & more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email us at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#93 Pt 2 – Performing “Nerdlesque” For George RR Martin: Confederate Statues, Avatar & Podcast Equipment Elitism With Moxie LaBouche

Mike is again joined by Moxie LaBouche, creator of the Your Brain On Facts podcast, writer of the Your Brain On Facts book and random trivia fact guru!

This week, in part 2 of their chat, Mike & Moxie talk about confederate statues, Moxie’s Game Of Thrones “nerd-lesque” (burlesque) and her story of playing in front of George RR Martin himself, a Star Wars discussion comes up with George Lucas’ ex-wife Marta Lucas (and her involvement with SW), plus Avatar The Last Airbender, voice-acting, podcast equipment elitism and much more!

Moxie’s site – Moxie’s Book – Your Brain On Facts Podcast

In case you missed it, in part 1 they speak about the mantis shrimp, card games, why Moxie wrote a book, regional dialects of England, musicals, a discussion on the difference between the English & American school/education systems, Moxie’s experience of being struck by lightning, people throwing themselves off Niagara Falls in a barrel and many other topics!

Two weeks ago, in episode 92 of GCC, Mike spoke with Alex & Evvi of the alternative metal band NO:IR, talking about genre pigeon-holing, “granddad metal”, the song-writing process for Vanity, band identity, taking risks as a band and exposure, live performances, Jason Butler is brought up as an example of an amazing frontman, their upcoming EP release as well as much more!

Mike has another show, called Star Wars: Comics In Canon – all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed and episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0-16 are now out, speaking about Mace Windu, Vader after A New Hope, the Fallen Order prequel comic, how Obi-Wan & Anakin almost left the Jedi order, Cassian met K-2SO, Beckett before Solo, The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul beyond The Phantom Menace, how C-3PO got his red arm, Operation: Cinder, Captain Phasma, The Last Jedi comics, Mon Cala & more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email us at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#93 Pt 1 – Silly Stories And Tremendous Trivia: Your Brain On Facts, Schooling & Getting Struck By Lightning With Moxie LaBouche

This week Mike is joined by Moxie LaBouche, creator of the Your Brain On Facts podcast, writer of the Your Brain On Facts book and random trivia fact guru!

Mike & Moxie’s conversation goes off in all different directions & tangents, but as a vague idea, in part 1 they speak about the mantis shrimp, card games, why Moxie wrote a book, regional dialects of England, musicals, a discussion on the difference between the English & American school/education systems, Moxie’s experience of being struck by lightning, people throwing themselves off Niagara Falls in a barrel and many other topics!

Moxie’s site – Moxie’s Book – Your Brain On Facts Podcast

Part 2 will be out next week and Mike & Moxie talk about confederate statues, Moxie’s Game Of Thrones “nerd-lesque” (burlesque) and her story of playing in front of George RR Martin himself, a Star Wars discussion comes up with George Lucas’ ex-wife Marta Lucas (and her involvement with SW), plus Avatar The Last Airbender, voice-acting, podcast equipment elitism and much more!

Promo by ROOM podcast – Mike appeared in the episodes “All Roads Lead To Room” and “Jen And The Blob”.

In case you missed episode 92 of GCC, Mike spoke with Alex & Evvi of the alternative metal band NO:IR, talking about genre pigeon-holing, “granddad metal”, the song-writing process for Vanity, band identity, taking risks as a band and exposure, live performances, Jason Butler is brought up as an example of an amazing frontman, their upcoming EP release as well as much more!

Mike has another show, called Star Wars: Comics In Canon – all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed and episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0-15 are now out, speaking about Vader after A New Hope, the Fallen Order prequel comic, how Obi-Wan & Anakin almost left the Jedi order, Cassian met K-2SO, Beckett before Solo, The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul beyond The Phantom Menace, how C-3PO got his red arm, Operation: Cinder, Captain Phasma, The Last Jedi comics, Mon Cala & more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email us at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#92 – Creating “Oof Moments”: Song Deconstruction, Genre Appropriation & Vanity With Alex & Evvi of NO:IR

This week, Mike is joined by Alex & Evvi of the alternative metal band NO:IR, discussing their new single Vanity, song-writing, alternative music and more!

For more detail, the trio talk about how the members of NO:IR me, trying to avoid being pigeon-holed when it comes to genre, “granddad metal”, the song-writing process for Vanity, band identity, taking risks as a band and exposure, live performances, Jason Butler (of Letlive, Fever 333 & Pressure Cracks) is brought up as an example of an amazing frontman, their next single and upcoming EP release as well as much more!

NO:IR’s New Single Vanity – NO:IR’s Site – Merch – Twitter & Instagram @TheBandNoir – Facebook

In case you missed episode 90, Mike spoke with Dave (of Comics In Motion) & Max (of Mandatory Marvel & DC) about the Snyder Cut of Justice League, the DCEU movies, Batman V Superman, The Batfleck, upcoming DC releases and more!

Mike appeared on Tony Farina’s Indie Comics Spotlight to talk about the comic series Second Coming (Episode 13)

Check out the podcast ROOM where Mike is in episode 1 of season 2 called “All Roads Lead To Room” as well as the episode “Jen And The Blob”!

Recently Mike has appeared on the Ask Win Podcast
He has also appeared on the Friends In Your Ears podcast

Mike has another show, called Star Wars: Comics In Canon – all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed and episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0-13 are now out, speaking the Fallen Order prequel comic, how Obi-Wan & Anakin almost left the Jedi order, Cassian met K-2SO, Beckett before Solo, The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul beyond The Phantom Menace, how C-3PO got his red arm, Operation: Cinder, Captain Phasma, The Last Jedi comics, Mon Cala & more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email us at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#91 Pt 2 – Editing Out The Umms: Podcast Editing, Reality TV & Unnecessary Perfectionism With Chris Phelps & Dave Horrocks

For episode 91, Mike is again joined by Chris Phelps & Dave Horrocks of Comics In Motion, VHS Strikes Back and Chris & Dave’s Reality Cast to talk about their many podcasts and their new roster of podcasts on the feed of Comics In Motion!

This week brings part 2 of their chat and in it, Chris, Dave & Mike talk about podcast production & editing (including Mike’s major mess-up from a few months ago), reality TV and Chris & Dave’s Reality Cast, podcast audiences & listeners, uploading podcasts to YouTube and more!

In case you missed part 1 of their chat, the trio discussed how Mike met Chris & Dave, why Comics In Motion now has 4 near-weekly shows, how Chris & Dave met Tony Farina (of Indie Comics Spotlight) & Max Byrne (of Mandatory Marvel & DC), followed by a discussion on Comic Con and nerd/geek culture, Chris talks about his love of video games and the community that goes with it, Star Wars is briefly discussed, as are many other topics!

Chris & Dave hosts several podcasts including; Comics In Motion – VHS Strikes Back – Chris & Dave’s Reality Cast – Chris also his own podcast Wrestling Gold discussed in episode 89 of GCC

Indie Comics Spotlight, Mandatory Marvel & DC and Star Wars: Comics In Canon can all be found on Comics In Motion’s feed!

Promo by Number One Rerun

Mike appeared on Tony Farina’s Indie Comics Spotlight to talk about the comic series Second Coming (Episode 13)

Check out the podcast ROOM where Mike is in episode 1 of season 2 called “All Roads Lead To Room” as well as the episode “Jen And The Blob”!

Recently Mike has appeared on the Ask Win Podcast
He has also appeared on the Friends In Your Ears podcast

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email us at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#91 Pt 1 – The Power Of Passion & Enthusiasm: Podcasters, Nerd Culture & Comics In Motion’s Network With Chris Phelps & Dave Horrocks

This week, Mike is joined by Chris Phelps & Dave Horrocks of Comics In Motion, VHS Strikes Back and Chris & Dave’s Reality Cast to talk about their many podcasts and their new roster of podcasts on the feed of Comics In Motion!

In part 1 of their chat, the trio discuss how Mike met Chris & Dave, why Comics In Motion now has 4 near-weekly shows (including Mike’s show Star Wars: Comics In Canon), how Chris & Dave met Tony Farina (of Indie Comics Spotlight) & Max Byrne (of Mandatory Marvel & DC), followed by a discussion on Comic Con and nerd/geek culture, Chris talks about his love of video games and the community that goes with it, Star Wars is briefly discussed, as are many other topics!

In part 2 Chris, Dave & Mike talk about podcast production & editing (including Mike’s major mess-up from a few months ago), reality TV and Chris & Dave’s Reality Cast, podcast audiences & listeners, uploading podcasts to YouTube and more!

Chris & Dave hosts several podcasts including; Comics In Motion – VHS Strikes Back – Chris & Dave’s Reality Cast – Chris also his own podcast Wrestling Gold discussed in episode 89 of GCC

Indie Comics Spotlight, Mandatory Marvel & DC and Star Wars: Comics In Canon can all be found on Comics In Motion’s feed!

Promo by In The Black Podcast (who appeared on episode 83 of GCC)

Mike appeared on Tony Farina’s Indie Comics Spotlight to talk about the comic series Second Coming (Episode 13)

Promo for the podcast ROOM where episode 1 of season 2 shows Mike’s voice-acting debut on the episode called “All Roads Lead To Room”

Recently Mike has appeared on the Ask Win Podcast
He has also appeared on the Friends In Your Ears podcast

Mike has another show, called Star Wars: Comics In Canon – all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed and episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0-12 are now out, speaking the Fallen Order prequel comic, how Obi-Wan & Anakin almost left the Jedi order, Cassian met K-2SO, Beckett before Solo, The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul beyond The Phantom Menace, how C-3PO got his red arm, Operation: Cinder, Captain Phasma, The Last Jedi comics, Mon Cala & more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email us at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#90 Pt 2 – Discussing Batman V Superman: Batfleck, Doomsday & The Ultimate Cut With Dave Horrocks & Max Byrne

This week, Mike is again joined by Max Byrne of Mandatory Marvel & DC and Dave Horrocks of Comics In Motion about the recently announced Snyder Cut of Justice League and superhero movies!

In part 2 of their chat, Max talks about his views on the current “DCEU” movies, before a chat on comparing DC movies to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the trio’s thoughts on Ben Affleck’s Batman which leads into a big discussion their thoughts on the infamous Batman V Superman and more!

Last week in part 1 of their chat, Max & Dave delve into a discussion on what the Snyder Cut of Justice League is and why so many people are excited by it, some of the flaws of the standard Justice League movie, their views on many of the other DC films as well as the upcoming releases and why DC have had so many inconsistencies in their movies within the “DCEU” and more!

Dave hosts several podcasts including; Comics In Motion – VHS Strikes Back – Chris & Dave’s Reality Cast – Dave’s Twitter: @RagingBassUK

Max’s Twitter: @MaxyByrne – Max hosts Mandatory Marvel & DC, found on the feed of Comics In Motion.

Intro plug by In The Black Podcast (who appeared on episode 83 of GCC)

In case you missed episode 89, Mike spoke with Chris (also of Comics In Motion) & Scott (of 20^th Century Geek) about their experiences with wrestling, what they love about it, Chris’ new podcast Wrestling Gold, stigmas about wrestling, how different generations view it differently, some of the crazy gimmicks that have been introduced in the wrestling world and much more!

Mike appeared on Tony Farina’s Indie Comics Spotlight to talk about the comic series Second Coming (Episode 13)

Promo for the podcast ROOM where episode 1 of season 2 shows Mike’s voice-acting debut on the episode called “All Roads Lead To Room”

Recently Mike has appeared on the Ask Win Podcast
He has also appeared on the Friends In Your Ears podcast

Mike has another show, called Star Wars: Comics In Canon – all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed and episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0-11 are now out, speaking about how Obi-Wan & Anakin almost left the Jedi order, Cassian met K-2SO, Beckett before Solo, The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul beyond The Phantom Menace, how C-3PO got his red arm, Operation: Cinder, Captain Phasma, The Last Jedi comics, Mon Cala & more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email us at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#90 Pt 1 – What Is The Snyder Cut?: Justice League, DC Movies & The Expanded Universe With Dave Horrocks & Max Byrne

In this week’s episode, Mike speaks with Max of Mandatory Marvel & DC and Dave of Comics In Motion about the recently announced Snyder Cut of Justice League and superhero movies!

In more detail, part 1 of their chat starts briefly with Max & Dave speaking about their own podcasts before delving into a discussion on what the Snyder Cut of Justice League is and why so many people are excited by it, some of the flaws of the standard Justice League movie, their views on many of the other DC films as well as the upcoming releases and why DC have had so many inconsistencies in their movies within the “DCEU”, Dave’s views on the DC movies and more!

Next week, in part 2, Max talks about his views on the current “DCEU” movies, and their chat on DC movies continues with a comparison to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the trio’s thoughts on Ben Affleck’s Batman which leads into a big discussion their thoughts on the infamous Batman V Superman and more!

Dave hosts several podcasts including; Comics In Motion – VHS Strikes Back – Chris & Dave’s Reality Cast – Dave’s Twitter: @RagingBassUK

Max’s Twitter: @MaxyByrne – Max hosts Mandatory Marvel & DC, found on the feed of Comics In Motion.

Promo by Your Brain On Facts: http://yourbrainonfacts.com/

Mike appeared on Tony Farina’s Indie Comics Spotlight to talk about the comic series Second Coming (Episode 13)

Promo for the podcast ROOM where episode 1 of season 2 shows Mike’s voice-acting debut on the episode called “All Roads Lead To Room”

Recently Mike has appeared on the Ask Win Podcast
He has also appeared on the Friends In Your Ears podcast

Mike has another show, called Star Wars: Comics In Canon – all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed and episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0-10 are now out, speaking about how Cassian met K-2SO, Beckett before Solo, The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul beyond The Phantom Menace, how C-3PO got his red arm, Operation: Cinder, Captain Phasma, The Last Jedi comics, Mon Cala & more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email us at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#89 – Introducing Wrestling Gold: Amateur Wrestling, Alter Egos & Insane Gimmicks With Chris Phelps & Scott Weatherly

This week’s episode is a wrestling special where Mike is joined by Chris Phelps of Wrestling Gold & Comics In Motion and Scott Weatherly of 20^th Century Geek & Stories Out Of Time & Space!

As Mike has never really been into wrestling, he wanted to bring Chris & Scott onboard to talk about their experiences with wrestling (Scott having been an actual wrestler), what they love about it, Chris’ new podcast Wrestling Gold, Chris & Scott’s alter egos (Rocky Rainey & John Bull) “having beef” with each other ready for their upcoming wrestling match, stigmas about wrestling, how different generations view it differently, some of the crazy gimmicks that have been introduced in the wrestling world and much more!

Chris hosts several podcasts including; Wrestling Gold – Comics In Motion – VHS Strikes Back – Chris & Dave’s Reality Cast

Scott hosts two podcasts; 20^th Century Geek & Stories Out Of Time And Space

In case you missed episode 88, Mike & Megan spoke with Tony Farina of Indie Comics Spotlight about a great many things, including online education, teaching during lockdown, language & regional dialects, passing hobbies down to children, Star Wars, creating mixtapes and much more!

Mike appeared on Tony Farina’s Indie Comics Spotlight to talk about the comic series Second Coming (Episode 13)

Promo for the podcast ROOM where episode 1 of season 2 shows Mike’s voice-acting debut on the episode called “All Roads Lead To Room”

Recently Mike has appeared on the Ask Win Podcast
He has also appeared on the Friends In Your Ears podcast

Mike has another show, called Star Wars: Comics In Canon – all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed and episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0-8 are now out, speaking about how Cassian met K-2SO, Beckett before Solo, The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul beyond The Phantom Menace, how C-3PO got his red arm, Operation: Cinder, Captain Phasma, The Last Jedi comics, Mon Cala & more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email us at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#88 Pt 2 – Relationships In The Lockdown: Passing Down Your Passions, Theatre & Making Mixtapes With Tony Farina & Megan Gritti

Mike is again joined by Tony Farina; creator & host of Indie Comics Spotlight, the Assistant Professor of Humanities at Siena Heights University, reviewer of comics & audiobooks and early adopter of online education – Mike’s girlfriend (& occasional co-host) Megan also joins the conversation!

In this week (part 2) of the chat, the trio discuss how Megan & Mike and Tony & his partner have been handling the COVID lockdown, they also talk about passing down interests to children, they speak about the younger generation & how there are few films that all generations have seen, they then have a fairly lengthy discussion on Star Wars, how “back in the day” before music streaming the trio would make their own CDs/mixtapes, Megan’s lockdown birthday, cancelled events, theatre and more!

In case you missed it, part 1 of their chat was out last week, where Mike, Tony & Megan talk about Tony teaching online university, how the US & UK’s respective educational systems have responded to the COVID crisis differently, which leads onto a discussion on language including how English itself is such a difficult language to learn. Regional dialects, the Spanish Flu and more topics are also discussed!

Tony’s site – Tony’s reviews of DC/Warner things – Tony’s Twitter: @tricycleboombox – Tony also appeared on episode 71 of GCC.

In case you missed episode 87, Mike had his girlfriend Megan Gritti on to talk about video games she’s been getting into while on lockdown (including Animal Crossing), as well as talking about video games from each of their childhoods, such as the Pokémon games & their spin-offs, mario & mario party, Sims, games for the N64, board games like Monopoly and more!

Mike appeared on Tony Farina’s Indie Comics Spotlight to talk about the comic series Second Coming (episode 13) – it can be found on the feed of Comics In Motion in the usual podcast places.

Promo for the podcast ROOM where episode 1 of season 2 shows Mike’s voice-acting debut on the episode called “All Roads Lead To Room”

Recently Mike has appeared on the Ask Win Podcast
He has also appeared on the Friends In Your Ears podcast

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email us at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#88 Pt 1 – A Calm Conversation Amidst Chaos: Speaking Multiple Languages & Educating In Lockdown With Tony Farina & Megan Gritti

This week Mike is joined by Tony Farina; creator & host of Indie Comics Spotlight (found on the feed of Comics In Motion), as well as the Assistant Professor of Humanities at Siena Heights University, reviewer of comics & audiobooks & early adopter of online education – Mike’s girlfriend & occasional co-host Megan also joins the conversation!

This week is part 1 of their chat where Mike, Tony & Megan talk about a great many things, including Tony teaching online university which he’s been doing for several years, how the US & UK’s respective educational systems have responded to the COVID crisis differently (as Megan is also a teacher), which leads onto a discussion on language (as Megan speaks 4 including English) including how English itself is such a difficult language to learn. They also talk about regional dialects, how Tony & Megan got into teaching, the American Labour & Memorial days, the Spanish Flu and more!

Part 2 is out next week and the trio discuss how Megan & Mike and Tony & his partner have been handling the COVID lockdown, they also talk about passing down interests to children, they speak about the younger generation, have a fairly lengthy discussion on Star Wars, how “back in the day” before streaming the trio would make their own CDs/mixtapes, Megan’s lockdown birthday, cancelled events, theatre and more!

Tony’s site – Tony’s reviews of DC/Warner things – Tony’s Twitter: @tricycleboombox – Tony also appeared on episode 71 of GCC.

In case you missed last week’s episode, Mike had his girlfriend Megan Gritti on to talk about video games she’s been getting into while on lockdown (including Animal Crossing), as well as talking about video games from each of their childhoods, such as the Pokémon games & their spin-offs, mario & mario party, Sims, games for the N64, board games like Monopoly and more!

Mike appeared on Tony Farina’s Indie Comics Spotlight to talk about the comic series Second Coming (episode 13) – it can be found on the feed of Comics In Motion in the usual podcast places.

Promo for the podcast ROOM where episode 1 of season 2 shows Mike’s voice-acting debut on the episode called “All Roads Lead To Room”

Recently Mike has appeared on the Ask Win Podcast
He has also appeared on the Friends In Your Ears podcast

Mike has another show, called Star Wars: Comics In Canon – all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed and episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0-7 are now out, speaking about The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul beyond The Phantom Menace, how C-3PO got his red arm, Operation: Cinder, Captain Phasma, The Last Jedi comics, Mon Cala & more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email us at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#87 – Getting Money From Nook’s Cranny: Nintendo Switch Online, Pokémon & Mario Party In Lockdown With Megan Gritti

This week Mike is again joined by his girlfriend Megan Gritti, for a chilled discussion on how Megan’s been getting into video games more during lockdown, some memories about Pokémon and much more!

For a bit more detail, Megan & Mike talk about the video games they’ve been playing while in isolation, starting with Megan’s recent obsession with Animal Crossing New Horizons followed by Mike being salty about Mario Party and comparing it to Monopoly, what games Megan played growing up before talking about the many Pokémon generations & spin-off games and more – the chat is mainly about video games from someone who has only just properly got into them, so if that interests you, be sure to listen!

In case you missed last week’s episode, Mike spoke with Frank Burton about his podcast “Ragbag”, the 3 books he’s written, including his newest “Everything I Am”, “Fictional Frank Burton”, recording conversations between characters, how growing up in the 80s was different to today, voicing characters for the audiobook, a discussion on social media and more!

Mike appeared on Tony Farina’s Indie Comics Spotlight to talk about the comic series Second Coming – it can be found on the feed of Comics In Motion in the usual podcasts places!

Promo for the podcast ROOM where episode 1 of season 2 shows Mike’s voice-acting debut on the episode called “All Roads Lead To Room”

Recently Mike has appeared on the Ask Win Podcast
He has also appeared on the Friends In Your Ears podcast

Last week Mike showcased a special for his new show called Star Wars: Comics In Canon, all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed, episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0, 1, 2, 3 & 4 are now out, speaking about The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul beyond The Phantom Menace, how C-3PO got his red arm, Captain Phasma & much more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email us at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#86 Pt 2 – Speaking The Author’s Opinion: Character Creation, Voices & Not Using Social Media With Frank Burton

This week Mike is again joined by Frank Burton; creator/host of the Ragbag Podcast and author of three books: History of Sarcasm, One Hundred and his latest book, Everything I Am.

Their chat continues in part 2 with their discussion on generational differences including tattoo & head-shaving stigmas, before delving into character’s speaking author’s opinions, some challenges that come from voicing different characters (in the audiobook), audience demographics and more – their chat is finished off by a discussion on the value (or lack of) of social media!

In case you missed last week, in part 1 of their chat Mike & Frank discuss Frank’s previous two books and his podcast, as well as what it was like writing a novel that links in with the lore of the Ragbag show,“Fictional Frank Burton”, recording conversations between characters, how growing up in the 80s was different to today & more.

Frank’s Site – Bandcamp link to the audiobook version of Everything I Am – Frank’s Podcast Link

Frank has also appeared on GCC previously, episode 34 he talk about his epilepsy & passion for music while on episode 56 he discusses his book One Hundred with Mike.

In case you missed it, last episode Mike spoke with Gough of Beernuts Productions about the 10-year anniversary of his documentary “I Will Not Go Quietly”, how his blindness has affected his life, mental health, his experiences traveling & more! The week before, Mike & Gough discussed Gough’s new comedy mockumentary called “How To Treat Women”, the Australian bushfires, backlash & many other topics!

Promo for the podcast ROOM where episode 1 shows Mike’s voice-acting debut on the episode called “All Roads Lead To Room”

Recently Mike has appeared on the Ask Win Podcast
He has also appeared on the Friends In Your Ears podcast

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

Instagram – Twitter – Facebook – YouTube – Stitcher – Podbean – Spotify

You can also email us at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.

#86 Pt 1 – “Everything I Am”: Fake Frank, 80s Kids & The Ragbag World With Frank Burton

This week Mike joined by Frank Burton; creator/host of the Ragbag Podcast and author of three books: History of Sarcasm, One Hundred and his latest book, Everything I Am.

In part 1 of their chat, Mike & Frank start by discussing his previous two books and his podcast, before delving into what it was like writing a novel that links in with the lore of the Ragbag show and differentiating between the real and the “Fictional Frank Burton”. Frank also talks about recording conversations between characters when he does all the voices (for the audiobook), inspiration for the characters and part 1 ends with a discussion on how growing up in the 80s was different to today.

Part 2 will be out next week and their discussion on generational differences continues, character’s speaking author’s opinions, some challenges that come from voicing different characters (in the audiobook), audience demographics and more – their chat is finished off by a discussion on the value (or lack of) of social media!

Frank’s Site – Bandcamp link to the audiobook version of Everything I Am – Frank’s Podcast Link

Frank has also appeared on GCC previously, episode 34 he talk about his epilepsy & passion for music while on episode 56 he discusses his book One Hundred with Mike.

In case you missed it, last week Mike with Gough of Beernuts Productions about the 10-year anniversary of his documentary “I Will Not Go Quietly”, how his blindness has affected his life, mental health, his experiences traveling & more! The week before, Mike & Gough discussed Gough’s new comedy mockumentary called “How To Treat Women”, the Australian bushfires, backlash & many other topics!

Promo by American Slacker

Link to Mike’s voice-acting debut on the first episode of season of the podcast “ROOM”, called “All Roads Lead To Room”

Recently Mike has appeared on the Ask Win Podcast
He has also appeared on the Friends In Your Ears podcast

Last week Mike showcased a special for his new show called Star Wars: Comics In Canon, all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed, episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0, 1, 2 & 3 are now out, speaking about The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul beyond The Phantom Menace, how C-3PO got his read arm & much more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

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#85 – 10 Years After The Docco: I Will Not Go Quietly, Mental Health, Worldwide Travel & A Famous Dad With Gough

This week Mike is once again joined by Gough, creator of the documentary “I Will Not Go Quietly” and the production company Beernuts Productions – Gough is a legally blind filmmaker, comedian, author, friend of the show and an all-round fun guy to speak with!

Gough discusses the 10-year anniversary of his documentary “I Will Not Go Quietly” which is about Gough’s blindness, the multitude of issues he experienced after school, his own and other’s mental health & more.
As well as the documentary itself, Gough talks about how & why he made a documentary (or “docco” as the Auzzies call it), what happened after releasing the docco, what’s changed over the last 10 years, what it was like growing up with a famous dad, the importance of travelling and more!

Last week Gough & Mike focused on Gough’s new comedy mockumentary called “How To Treat Women” by discussing satire in comedy and the challenges of making a mockumentary, especially for a blind man! They also discuss comedic timings, actor chemistry, backlash Gough has received from his comedy works (& how he’s a “smut-peddler”), the Australian bushfires of late 2019/early 2020 & more!

Beernuts Productions Site – I Will Not Go Quietly Docco – Gough has also been on Genuine Chit-Chat previously, in episodes 48 & 65!

In case you missed it, in episode 83 of GCC, Mike was joined by the powerhouse of hosts from the In The Black Podcast, their chat includes “the talk” (not the birds & the bees) that black parents give to their children, they then discuss black identity, the importance of heritage, black history month, representation in the media, reparations, the future of Black America & much more, so check that out if you haven’t already!

Promo by Frank Burton for his new book “Everything I Am” Audiobook

Recently Mike has appeared on the Ask Win Podcast
He has also appeared on the Friends In Your Ears podcast

Last week Mike showcased a special for his new show called Star Wars: Comics In Canon, all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed, episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0, 1, 2 & 3 are now out, speaking about The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul beyond The Phantom Menace, how C-3PO got his read arm & much more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

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#84 – Making A Mockumentary: Comedic Timings, Actor Chemistry, Bushfires & Being A “Smut-Peddler” With Gough

This week Mike is joined by Gough, creator of Beernuts Productions – Gough is a legally blind filmmaker, comedian, writer, friend of the show and an all-round fun guy to speak with!

This week Gough & Mike focus on Gough’s new comedy mockumentary called “How To Treat Women” by discussing satire in comedy and the challenges of making a mockumentary, especially for a blind man! They also discuss comedic timings, actor chemistry, backlash Gough has received from his comedy works (& how he’s a “smut-peddler”), how certain comedy doesn’t age well, advantages of being an independent filmmaker and more! The chat is finished off with a talk on the bushfires that were affecting Australia around the time of this podcast being recorded.

Next week Gough returns to discuss the 10-year anniversary of his documentary “I Will Not Go Quietly”, how making the documentary was (or “docco” as the Auzzies call it), what happened after releasing the docco, what’s changed over the last 10 years and more!

Beernuts Productions Site – Gough has also been on Genuine Chit-Chat previously, in episodes 48 & 65!

In case you missed it, in the last standard episode of GCC Mike was joined by the powerhouse of hosts from the In The Black Podcast, their chat includes “the talk” (not the birds & the bees) that black parents give to their children, they then discuss black identity, the importance of heritage, black history month, representation in the media, reparations, the future of Black America & much more, so check that out if you haven’t already!

Promo by Frank Burton for his new book “Everything I Am” Audiobook

Recently Mike has appeared on the Ask Win Podcast
He has also appeared on the Friends In Your Ears podcast

Last week Mike showcased a special for his new show called Star Wars: Comics In Canon, all episodes can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed, episodes will be out every Saturday; episodes 0, 1 & 2 are now out, speaking about The Rise Of Kylo Ren, Darth Maul beyond The Phantom Menace & much more – https://apple.co/39mut2Y

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

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#83 Pt 2 – “Tell Our Full Story”: Power, Representation, Reparations & Black Panther With The In The Black Podcast

This week continues one of Mike’s favourite chats; he is joined by the powerhouse of people that form the amazing In The Black Podcast; Big O (Mr In The Black himself), Phil (The Orange-Krush) and Elgin Bailey (El Boogie) for an informed & intelligent conversation regarding black issues, podcasting & more!

This week is part 2 of their chat and their discussion on Black Panther continues, going into representation, diversity & stereotyping before delving into the influence of people in power in the current social zeitgeist, the differences in the UK & USA’s views on racism & immigration, Idris Elba and Daryl Davis are discussed and near the end Big O, Phil & Ell all give their stances on the future for Black America and potential reparations, bringing a great end to this powerful podcast.

In case you missed it, part 1 of their chat begins with Big O explaining why him & Phil started the In The Black Podcast followed by a dive into “the talk” (not the birds & the bees) that black parents give to their children about interacting with certain types of people & authority figures, they then discuss black identity, the importance of heritage in the black world, the value of black history month as well as In The Black’s collective view on Terry Crews, representation in the media and much more, so check that out if you haven’t already!

In The Black Podcast’s Site – ITBP Facebook Page

In the last episode of GCC, Mike spoke with Christopher Gerg; CISO & vice president of cyber risk management at Tetra Defense. Their chat begins with Chris’ decades of experience in the cyber security industry as well as what Tetra Defense do in relation to this, he then explains what ransomware & malware actually is and what is at risk from their attacks, what can be put in place to reduce the chances of being victim to a cyber attack, the importance of data privacy, the past, present & future of cyber security, backing up data and much more!

Mike’s started a new show Star Wars: Comics In Canon, it can be found on Comics In Motion’s podcast feed, episodes will be out every Saturday and episode 0 is out now – he talks about what you can expect from the show, as well as some information about what canon & legends means in Star Wars, the Skywalker Saga timeline & more!

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

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#83 Pt 1 – A Look Into The Black Perspective: Identity, Black History Month, Role Models & “The Talk” With The In The Black Podcast

This week brings a chat Mike has been excitedly awaiting to release; he is joined by the powerhouse of people that form the amazing In The Black Podcast; Big O (Mr In The Black himself), Phil (The Orange-Krush) and Elgin Bailey (El Boogie) for an informed & intelligent conversation.

Their chat begins with Big O explaining why him & Phil started the In The Black Podcast followed by a dive into “the talk” (not the birds & the bees) that black parents give to their children about interacting with certain types of people & authority figures, they then discuss black identity, the importance of heritage in the black world, the value of black history month as well as In The Black’s collective view on Terry Crews, representation in the media and much more!

Part 2 is out next week where the discussion on Black Panther continues, going into representation, diversity & stereotyping before delving into the influence of people in power to the social zeitgeist, the differences in the UK & USA’s views on racism & immigration, Idris Elba and Daryl Davis are discussed and near the end Big O, Phil & Ell all give their stances on the future for Black America so be sure to tune in then for more informed & intelligent conversation!

In The Black Podcast’s Site – ITBP Facebook Page

Last week Mike spoke with Christopher Gerg; CISO & vice president of cyber risk management at Tetra Defense. Their chat begins with Chris’ decades of experience in the cyber security industry as well as what Tetra Defense do in relation to this, he then explains what ransomware & malware actually is and what is at risk from their attacks, what can be put in place to reduce the chances of being victim to a cyber attack, the importance of data privacy, the past, present & future of cyber security, backing up data and much more!

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

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#82 – What Is Ransomware?: Cyber Security Insurance, Data Privacy & Tetra Defense With Christopher Gerg

This week Mike speaks with CISO & vice president of cyber risk management at Tetra Defense; Christopher Gerg, all about cyber security, ransomware, data privacy, insurance & more – an important chat for tech nerds & novices alike!

For a bit more detail, Mike & Chris’ chat begins with Chris’ decades of experience in the cyber security industry as well as what Tetra Defense do in relation to this. He then explains what ransomware & malware actually is and what is at risk from their attacks, what can be put in place to reduce the chances of being victim to a cyber attack, the importance of data privacy, the past, present & future of cyber security, backing up data and much more!

Tetra Defense’s Site – Tetra’s Free Ransomware Stress Test

In case you missed it, last week Mike spoke with Maxwell Ivey; The Blind Blogger about his podcast “What’s Your Excuse? Show”, how he lost his vision, the importance of accepting a helping hand, how some people have mistreated him due to his blindness, the books he’s written, modern meditation, his work ethic, doing things for himself & working solo, the value of p “stillness”, Maxwell’s time in the carnival business and many other topics as well as Maxwell singing at the end!

Intro Plug & Promo by In The Black Podcast

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#81 Pt 2 – Find Solutions, Not Excuses: Practice, Stillness & Recognising The Positives With Maxwell Ivey

This week Mike’s chat with Maxwell Ivey, The Blind Blogger about losing his vision, his podcast, his books, his travel experiences and much more is continued!

In part 2 Maxwell talks about his blog “The Blind Blogger” and his podcast “What’s Your Excuse? Show”, doing things for himself & working solo, the value of practicing your craft as well as “stillness”, learning from negative experiences, Maxwell’s time in the carnival business and many other topics as well as Maxwell singing at the end!

In case you missed it, part 1 of their chat starts with Maxwell discussing his many pursuits and how he lost his vision, the importance of accepting a helping hand, how some people have mistreated him due to his blindness, the books he’s written, modern meditation, his work ethic and much more!

Maxwell’s Site The Blind Blogger – His Podcast “What’s Your Excuse? Show”

In case you missed the last episode, Mike spoke with Tracey Maxfield about bullying, mental health & her book Escaping The Rabbit Hole; in more detail, Tracey recounts her journey through nursing and what led her to her nervous breakdown & her journey through acute depression, this is followed by a discussion on the seriousness of bullying in both school & the workplace and how severely it can affect someone’s mental health, the social stigmas that continue to persist victims of bullying, Tracey’s motto of “Engage | Educate | Empower”, potential causes of school shootings, the definition of “bullycide” and many more things are discussed!

Intro Plug by Play Comics

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#81 Pt 1 – Meeting The Blind Blogger: Losing Eyesight At 12, Social Mistreatment & Accepting A Helping Hand With Maxwell Ivey

This week Mike speaks with Maxwell Ivey; The Blind Blogger about losing his vision, his podcast, his books, his travel experiences and much more!

Part 1 of their chat starts with Maxwell discussing his many pursuits and how he lost his vision, the importance of accepting a helping hand, how some people have mistreated him due to his blindness, the books he’s written, modern meditation, his work ethic and much more!

Part 2 is out next week, so be sure to tune in for Maxwell talking about his blog “The Blind Blogger” and his podcast “What’s Your Excuse”, doing things for himself & working solo, the value of stillness, learning from negative experiences, Maxwell’s time in the carnival business and many other topics as well as Maxwell singing at the end!

Maxwell’s Site The Blind Blogger – His Podcast “What’s Your Excuse? Show”

In case you missed last week, Mike spoke with Tracey Maxfield about bullying, mental health & her book Escaping The Rabbit Hole; in more detail, Tracey recounts her journey through nursing and what led her to her nervous breakdown & her journey through acute depression, this is followed by a discussion on the seriousness of bullying in both school & the workplace and how severely it can affect someone’s mental health, the social stigmas that continue to persist victims of bullying, Tracey’s motto of “Engage | Educate | Empower”, potential causes of school shootings, the definition of “bullycide” and many more things are discussed!

STAR WARS FANS: check out Mike’s collaboration with Scott, Chris & Dave of the 20th Century Geek, Comics In Motion & VHS Strikes Back podcasts a full review of The Rise Of Skywalker which can be found on Comics In Motion’s feed (episode 108)! Plus there are several other Star Wars collaboration episodes on GCC, 20th Century Geek and Comics In Motion’s feeds, so check those out too!

Promo by Beernuts Productions

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

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#80 – Engage, Educate & Empower: Acute Depression, “Bullycide” & Escaping The Rabbit Hole With Tracey Maxfield

This week Mike speaks with Tracey Maxfield about the bullying epidemic, mental health and her book, Escaping The Rabbit Hole.

For more detail, Mike & Tracey’s chat begins with Tracey’s recounting her journey through nursing and what led her to her nervous breakdown, this leads onto Tracey’s book Escaping The Rabbit Hole and her journey through acute depression, this is followed by Tracey speaking about her time talking at schools before a discussion on the seriousness of bullying in both school & the workplace and how severely it can affect someone’s mental health, the social stigmas that continue to persist victims of bullying, Tracey’s motto of “Engage | Educate | Empower”, potential causes of school shootings, the definition of “bullycide” and many more things are discussed!

Tracey will be launching her own podcast called Engage, Educate & Empower, which is due for release March 19^th 2020 – keep up-to-date with Tracey & her upcoming podcast using the below links.

Tracey’s site – Tracey’s blog – Tracey’s YouTube channel

In case you missed last week, Mike spoke with John Vespasian; author, avid historian and endorser of “rational living” about a great many things, including how having future goals that are too specific can be damaging, followed by John’s view on how people should approach career changes, John’s definition of disruptions and how they are presented in his new book, some of John’s travels, his favourite period in history, his stance on immigration & much more is all discussed!

Promo by The Brave Files

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#79 – Using History To Live Rationally: Future Goals, Historical Lessons & Dealing With Disruptions With John Vespasian

This week brings a chat between Mike and John Vespasian; an author, avid historian and endorser of “rational living” – definitely a chat for anyone wanting to improve their life, achieve their goals or anyone with an interest in history!

The chat begins with John explaining rational living using the example of Howard Carter & his discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb before delving into how having future goals that are too specific can be damaging, followed by John’s view on how people should approach career changes (especially when later in life), John’s definition of disruptions and how they are presented in his new book (link below), why John started writing, some of John’s travels, John’s favourite period in history, his stance on immigration, his recommendation for everyone to learn a second language & much more is all discussed!

John’s Website – Find John’s latest book “Undisrupted” on Amazon (Link to UK but available elsewhere)

In case you missed last week, Mike spoke with Janine Mercer of the ODDentity podcast, where they spoke about many weird & wonderful things, including collecting artefacts, paranormal experiences, fears & phobias, pandemics & germs, health & finite living, dealing with the deaths of people you know in different ways, passing down stories, urban legends & folklore as well as horror movies and so much more!

STAR WARS FANS: check out Mike’s collaboration with Scott, Chris & Dave of the 20th Century Geek, Comics In Motion & VHS Strikes Back podcasts a full review of The Rise Of Skywalker which can be found on Comics In Motion’s feed (episode 108)! Plus there are several other Star Wars collaboration episodes on GCC, 20^th Century Geek and Comics In Motion’s feeds, so check those out too!

Promo by The One Where Show

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

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#78 Pt 2 – Folklore Or Urban Legends?: Creating Our Own Narratives, Horror SFX & Dealing With Death With Janine Mercer

This week brings part 2 of the first 2020 chat with a fellow podcaster – Mike speaks with Janine Mercer of the ODDentity Podcast & the upcoming podcast The Vanishing Hitchhiker!

In part 2 of their chat, begins with a delve into health & finite living, dealing with the deaths of people you know in different ways, people passing down stories which then moves into a discussion on the difference between urban legends & folklore before ending with horror movies & special effects (with a lot more in-between)!

In case you missed last week, in part 1 of their chat, Mike & Janine talk about collecting artefacts, Janine then tells a few brilliant tales of her past (including one of exploring a mine and one about donkey balls) and discusses some paranormal experiences she’s encountered & how perception can affect them. Fears & phobias is then discussed which leads into discussions on pandemics, germs, swine flu & much more!

The ODDentity Podcast – Corvus Review

Last week, Mike & his girlfriend Megan chatted with Alex Hart for a movie chat – Disney live-action remakes, Alfred Hitchcock movies and favourite childhood movies are all discussed, as well as a spoiler-free discussion on Joker, a general discussion on sequels, general love & appreciation for Paul Rudd, the burden of fame is mentioned as well as a discussion about the movies of 2019 that they’ve all seen!

In case you missed it, Mike collaborated with Scott, Chris & Dave of the 20th Century Geek, Comics In Motion & VHS Strikes Back podcasts for an instalment in the Journey To The Rise Of Skywalker podcast collaboration – check the other podcasts for the Star Wars prequel & sequel discussions and keep an eye out for the Episode IX review!

Promo by Games My Mom Found podcast

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#78 Pt 1 – A Healthy Level Of Scepticism: Paranormal Experiences, Collecting Artefacts, Donkey Balls & The ODDentity Podcast With Janine Mercer

This week brings the first chat with a fellow podcaster of 2020 – Mike speaks with Janine Mercer of the ODDentity Podcast & the upcoming podcast The Vanishing Hitchhiker!

In part 1 of their chat, Mike & Janine talk about collecting artefacts, Janine then tells a few brilliant tales of her past (including one of exploring a mine and one about donkey balls) and discusses some paranormal experiences she’s encountered & how perception can affect them. Fears & phobias is then discussed which leads into discussions on pandemics, germs, swine flu & much more!

Part 2 of their chat will be available next Sunday where their delve into the macabre continues with health & finite living, dealing with death, people passing down stories which moves into a discussion on the difference between urban legends & folklore before ending with horror movies & special effects – so be sure to tune in for that!

The ODDentity Podcast – Corvus Review

Promo by Which Murderer

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#77 Pt 2 – 2019 Movie Roundup: Movie Sequels, Too Much Fame & Appreciating Paul Rudd With Alex Hart

For the second part of first episode of 2020, Mike is joined by returning guest & movie buff, Alex Hart for a full round-up of movies from the last year as well as many others (also joined by the self-proclaimed co-host Megan)!

This week, their movie chat continues with a spoiler-free discussion on Joker and why they do not believe a sequel would work well, followed by a general discussion on sequels, a short talk on superhero movies, general love & appreciation for Paul Rudd is brought up along with celebrities who are supposedly a pain to work with, the burden of fame is mentioned and then the last half of the show is show a round-up of some movies of 2019 that hadn’t yet been discussed, including Toy Story 4, IT Chapter Two, Fighting With My Family, Zombieland 2 and more!

In part 1 Alex chatted with Megan & Mike about a few things (such as hiking) before delving into the full movie discussion where a great many movies are discussed and there are *NO SPOILERS* within this chat so it’s a great way to add a few new films to your watch-lists! Disney live-action remakes, Alfred Hitchcock movies and favourite childhood movies are all discussed, also at the end of part 1 Mike & Alex talk about the 2009 Watchmen movie and how it compares to the graphic novel & new series.

In the last episode of GCC, Mike & Megan chat with Ciara & Nick for a tangentical chat with a huge matter of random things discussed, including Nick’s solo show, why Nick & Ciara started a podcast, censorship, Michael Jackson’s child Blanket, Nick’s identity crisis, Robbie Williams & Take That, Disney films, some issues that come from Nick & Megan being teachers, how Megan & Nick met, music taste in general, intellectual property and much more nonsense!

Promo by Comics In Motion

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#77 Pt 1 – Spoiler-Free 2019 Movie Roundup: Live-Action Remakes, Movie Music & Watchmen With Alex Hart

For the first episode of 2020, Mike is joined by returning guest & movie buff, Alex Hart for a full round-up of movies from the last year as well as many others (also joined by the self-proclaimed co-host Megan)!

In part 1 Alex chats with Megan & Mike about a few things (such as hiking) before delving into the full movie discussion where a great many movies are discussed and there are *NO SPOILERS* within this chat so it’s a great way to add a few new films to your watch-lists! Disney live-action remakes, Alfred Hitchcock movies and favourite childhood movies are all discussed, also at the end of part 1 Mike & Alex talk about the 2009 Watchmen movie and how it compares to the graphic novel & new series.

Part 2 will be out next week for a continuation on the movie chat!

Many of the movies discussed across both parts include Cats, Joker, Toy Story 4, Avengers Endgame & the other marvel movies, IT Chapter Two, The Irishman, Fighting With My Family, How To Train Your Dragon The Hidden World and Zombieland 2!

Promo by the Games My Mom Found podcast

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#76 Pt 2 – ASMR Is Bad Podcast Etiquette: Teacher Problems, Music Taste & Plenty Of Nonsense With Nick & Ciara

This week Mike is once again joined by Nick & Ciara of the This Is The Best Thing podcast (also joined by Mike’s girlfriend and self-proclaimed co-host, Megan), to talk about their show as well as hundreds of other tangents & ramblings – this is definitely a show for the sillier members of the audience!

In this week’s part, the four’s tangentical chat starts with a discussion on boybands continues with a talk on Disney films, why Nick started two podcasts, Ciara’s & Mike’s time on YouTube when they were younger, some issues that come from being a teacher, how Megan got into being a teacher and how she met Nick, Frankie Valli & Rick Astley are discussed followed by a longer discussion of music taste in general, intellectual property and much more nonsense!

In case you missed last week, in part 1 of their chat they discuss a huge matter of random things, but in brief; West Side Story-style clicking in schools was discussed (as both Nick & Megan are teachers), Nick’s solo show, why Nick & Ciara started a podcast as well as what it’s all about, censorship in Eminem lyrics, Michael Jackson’s child Blanket, Nick’s identity crisis followed by his dislike of Love Actually, favourite Christmas movies, Robbie Williams & Take That, Kanye West’s Jesus Is King merchandise, favourite restaurants, eating badly and many other topics!

Link To Nick & Ciara’s Show – Link To Nick’s Solo Show

In case you missed it, in the last episode of GCC, Mike collaborated with Scott, Chris & Dave of the 20^th Century Geek, Comics In Motion & VHS Strikes Back podcasts for an instalment in the Journey To The Rise Of Skywalker! In part 1, they discuss Episodes 7 & 8 (The Force Awakens & The Last Jedi), regarding plot details, characters, how they compare to the previous 6 movies in the Skywalker Saga, which of the two movies they each prefer, some of the best & worst parts of the new trilogy and more! In part 2 they speculate on what they believe is to come in Episode IX including “Bendemption”, how Palpatine will be involved, what will happen to Leia, Rey and much more!

Promo by The One Where Show

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#76 Pt 1 – “This Is The Best Thing”: Christmas Movies, Identity Crisis & Michael Jackson’s Blanket With Nick & Ciara

This week Mike is joined by Nick & Ciara of the This Is The Best Thing podcast (also joined by Mike’s girlfriend and self-proclaimed co-host, Megan), to talk about their show as well as hundreds of other tangents & ramblings – this is definitely a show for the sillier members of the audience!

Part 1 of their chat they discuss a huge matter of random things, but in brief; West Side Story-style clicking in schools was discussed (as both Nick & Megan are teachers), Nick’s solo show, why Nick & Ciara started a podcast as well as what it’s all about, censorship in Eminem lyrics, Michael Jackson’s child Blanket, Nick’s identity crisis followed by his dislike of Love Actually, favourite Christmas movies, Robbie Williams & Take That, Kanye West’s Jesus Is King merchandise, favourite restaurants, eating badly and so much more!

In part 2, the four’s tangentical chat continues with a talk on Disney films, Ciara’s & Mike’s youth on YouTube, the issues of being a teacher, how Megan got into being a teacher, Frankie Valli’s impact on music followed by a longer discussion on music & music taste in general, intellectual property and much more nonsense, so if you liked this week, be sure to tune in next week!

Link To Nick & Ciara’s Show – Link To Nick’s Solo Show

Promo by Just Conversations Podcast

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#74 Pt 2 – “Enjoy The Unenjoyable”: Impactful Literature, Stoicism & A Positive Outlook With Adam De Collibus

This week Mike once again joined by traveller, author and positive thinker; Adam De Collibus for a discussion about his new book Caravan, his travels around the world, the importance of perspective and much more!

This episode is part 2 where you can hear Mike & Adam discussing Adam’s future as an author and some of Adam’s literary influences, before a brief talk on movies including (Tarantino & Taika Waititi), pushing through adversities to achieve goals, the value of being empathetic, the importance of exercise & self-care, not allowing others to ruin your day and many other topics which will definitely peak your interest!

In case you missed part 1 of their chat, Mike & Adam discussed a great many things including interacting with people from different countries & cultures, why Adam decided to write a book and his love of storytelling, Adam’s writing process and love of reading, how writing short stories is different from novels, Adam & Mike’s mutual love of history, the importance of having a reasonable perspective in all walks of life and much more, so go back for that if you haven’t heard it!

Adam’s Website – Third Lion Stories– Adam’s Book Caravan – IG: @Adam_DeCollibus

Mike also guested on The Brave Files to speak about how his dad passing away when he was 19 changed his character, so if you enjoyed episode 24 of GCC, you’re sure to like this too

In case you missed it, in the last episode of GCC, Mike spoke with his girlfriend Megan about a great many things! They spoke about their new pet tortoise before discussing their love of their new coffee machine and the recent love of espresso after a trip to Italy to see Megan’s family, before they discuss Spongebob and other kids TV shows which links onto Megan’s job as a teacher of 11-16 year olds. The conversation then leads onto retaliating to bullies, the churches Mike & Megan saw while in Italy along with Megan’s involvement in “God Squad”, plus Mike & Megan reminisce about hymns, memories from pre-school, the movie Joker (with no spoilers mentioned) as well as Warwick Davis in Star Wars. They also talk about horror films, how they met, their thoughts on oversharing relationships on social media, online dating & much more, so be sure to go back and listen to that if you haven’t already!

Promo by the Casual Birder Podcast

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#74 Pt 1 – Feel What The Reader Will Feel: Historical Fiction, Worldwide Travel, Caravan & Exercising Empathy With Adam De Collibus

This week Mike is joined by traveller, author and positive thinker; Adam De Collibus for a discussion about his new book Caravan, his travels around the world, the importance of perspective and much more!

In part 1 of their chat, Mike & Adam discuss a great many things including interacting with people from different countries & cultures, why Adam decided to write a book and his love of storytelling, Adam’s writing process and love of reading, how writing short stories is different from novels, Adam & Mike’s mutual love of history, the importance of having a reasonable perspective in all walks of life and much more!

Part 2 will be out next week and you can look forward to Mike & Adam discussing Adam’s future as an author and some of Adam’s literary influences before a brief talk on movies including (Tarantino & Taika Waititi), pushing through adversities to achieve goals, the value of being empathetic, the importance of exercise & self-care, not allowing others to ruin your day and many other topics to be sure to tune in for that!

Adam’s Website – Third Lion Stories– Adam’s Book Caravan – IG: @Adam_DeCollibus

Mike also guested on The Brave Files to speak about how his dad passing away when he was 19 changed his character, so if you enjoyed episode 24 of GCC, you’re sure to like this too

Promo by Real Life Real Crime Podcast

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#73 Pt 2 – Doing Yoga With Yoda: Singing Hymns, Talking Movies & Oversharing On Social Media With Megan Gritti

This week Mike is once again joined by his girlfriend Megan Gritti for a chilled out discussion about a many great things including movies, how they met, childhood, religion and much more!

In the second part of their chat, Mike & Megan reminisce about hymns, including one called “The Harvest Song” from their time in Catholicism (Megan’s Italian family and Mike’s primary school), memories from pre-school, a quick talk on bees & honey farms, before discussing the movie Joker (with no spoilers mentioned) as well as Warwick Davis in Star Wars and after mentioning The Shining they talk about horror films including The Ritual & IT Chapter Two (also with no spoilers). Mike & Megan then talk about how they met, their thoughts on oversharing relationships on social media, what meeting people in clubs is like as well as online dating and much more!

In part 1 of their chat, they spoke about their new pet tortoise Wickette (female version of the ewok name Wicket from Star Wars) before discussing their new coffee machine and the recent love of espresso after a trip to Italy to see Megan’s family, before they discuss Spongebob Squarepants and other kids TV shows which links onto Megan’s job as a teacher of 11-16 year olds. The conversation then leads onto retaliating to bullies when younger, details of the churches Mike & Megan saw while in Italy as well as their stances on religion along with Megan’s involvement in “God Squad”, so be sure to check that out if you haven’t already listened!

Mike also guested on The Brave Files to speak about how his dad passing away when he was 19 changed his character, so if you enjoyed episode 24 of GCC, you’re sure to like this too!

In case you missed it, in the last episode of GCC, Mike spoke with Aidan Rosewell about his Days Of My Life & Room podcasts as well as Aidan’s travels around India & his self-discovery, why he thinks he got into drugs and how they caused his life to spiral, before talking about how the legal & social stance on drugs often causes some of the problems they should be solving, including many of the stigmas surrounding drug-users & addicts, how legalisation or decriminalisation may be a viable option to prevent, Aidan’s stance on redemption, how his past helped him perceive certain issues better, the transitional phase our society is currently in and more!

Promo by West Bind

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#73 Pt 1 – When You’re Teaching, You’re Acting: Drinking Espressos, Cartoon Network, God Squad & Italy With Megan Gritti

This week Mike is joined by his girlfriend Megan Gritti for a chilled out discussion about a many great things including movies, teaching, Italy and religion!

Their chat begins with talk of their new pet tortoise Wickette (female version of the ewok name Wicket from Star Wars) before discussing their new coffee machine and the recent love of espresso after a trip to Italy to see Megan’s family, before they discuss Spongebob Squarepants and other kids TV shows which links onto Megan’s job as a teacher of 11-16 year olds. The conversation then leads onto retaliating to bullies when younger, details of the churches Mike & Megan saw while in Italy as well as their stances on religion along with Megan’s involvement in “God Squad” and much more!

In part 2 of their chat Mike & Megan reminisce about hymns from their time in Catholicism (Megan’s Italian family and Mike’s primary school), memories from pre-school, a quick talk on bees & honey farms, before discussing the movie Joker (with no spoilers mentioned) as well as Warwick Davies in Star Wars and after mentioning The Shining they talk about horror films, how Mike & Megan met, oversharing relationships on social media, meeting people in clubs and much more, so be sure to tune in next week!

Mike also guested on The Brave Files to speak about how his dad passing away when he was 19 changed his character, so if you enjoyed episode 24 of GCC, you’re sure to like this too: https://vickeryandco.com/podcasts/86/

In case you missed it, last week Mike spoke with Aidan Rosewell about his Days Of My Life & Room podcasts as well as Aidan’s travels around India & his self-discovery, why he thinks he got into drugs and how they caused his life to spiral, before talking about how the legal & social stance on drugs often causes some of the problems they should be solving, including many of the stigmas surrounding drug-users & addicts, how legalisation or decriminalisation may be a viable option to prevent, Aidan’s stance on redemption, how his past helped him perceive certain issues better, the transitional phase our society is currently in and more!

Promo by Release The Clowns

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#72 Pt 2 – Education Over Criminalisation: Parenthood, Redemption & Understanding Substance Abuse With Aidan Rosewell

This week Mike is once again joined by Aidan Rosewell, host of the Room and Days Of My Life podcasts – he opens up about the difficulties in his early life, drug addiction, self-realisation, spiritual beliefs and much more!

In part 2, Mike & Aidan’s discussion on addiction & drug reform continues, before Aidan talks about his spiritual/religious beliefs and their issues with mainstream religion, Aidan’s stance on redemption along with a thought-experiment of the extreme example of Hitler, what an addict needs to do to help themselves along with support networks. The subject then changes to Aidan being a parent and how his past helped him perceive certain issues better, how one should speak with their child regarding drugs & other issues, some of the issues today with uniqueness & normality, the transitional phase our society is currently in and more, so it’s another great chat to sink your teeth into!

In case you missed it, part 1 of their chat begins with Aidan talking about his autobiographical audio drama podcast “Days Of My Life” and when he overdosed on amphetamine before discussion his fictional interview show “Room” and his travels around India & his self-discovery/realisation journey which helped him on the path to recovery from his various addictions. Aidan then discusses why he thinks he got into drugs and how they caused his life to spiral, before talking about how the legal & social stance on drugs often causes some of the problems they should be solving, including many of the stigmas surrounding drug-users & addicts, how legalisation or decriminalisation may be a viable option to prevent , whether or nor cannabis is a gateway drug and much more!

Aidan’s Podcasts: Days Of My Life – Room

In case you missed it, last episode Mike spoke with Tony Farina; Assistant Professor of Humanities at Siena Heights University, reviewer of comics & audiobooks and an early adopter of online education!

In their chat they discuss how colleges/degrees in America work as well as why Tony believes education is valuable, as well as people pursuing something they’re passionate about, Tony also discusses how teaching online courses is different from in-person lectures, how it’s odd that some names are gender-specific while others are androgynous, Tony & Mike then have a discussion on some of the different interpretations of the bible including the infamous “man must not sleep with a man” part, before speaking about what Women’s Studies includes, what Tony is currently studying & what his thesis/book will entail and much more!

Intro by Rob Wade of E14: https://www.emotionally14.com/

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

Don’t forget to check out Ignite The Flame Audio, the podcast by Mikes good friend Wayne Telford, it’s something you don’t want to miss – an audiobook with a difference; tips of the trade, more in-depth information about inspirations (as well as easter eggs) as well as a chapter of his first book A Light In The Mist in each episode (full book now out for free to listen to with bonus content)!

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#72 Pt 1 – My Life After Addiction: Losing A Parent, Drug Abuse, Dyslexia & Days Of My Life With Aidan Rosewell

This week Mike is joined by Aidan Rosewell, host of the Room and Days Of My Life podcasts – he opens up about the difficulties in his early life, including his mother passing away, drug addiction, self-realisation, being a dad and much more!

Part 1 of their chat begins with Aidan talking about his autobiographical audio drama podcast “Days Of My Life” and when he overdosed on amphetamine before discussion his fictional interview show “Room” and his travels around India & his self-discovery/realisation journey which helped him on the path to recovery from his various addictions. Aidan then discusses why he thinks he got into drugs and how they caused his life to spiral, before talking about how the legal & social stance on drugs often causes some of the problems they should be solving, including many of the stigmas surrounding drug-users & addicts, how legalisation or decriminalisation may be a viable option to prevent , whether or nor cannabis is a gateway drug and much more!

Next week part 2 will be released where Mike & Aidan’s discussion on addiction & drug reform continues, before Aidan talks about his spiritual/religious beliefs and their issues with mainstream religion, Aidan’s stance on redemption along with a thought-experiment of the extreme example of Hitler, what an addict needs to do to help themselves along with support networks. The subject then changes to Aidan being a parent and how his past helped him perceive certain issues better, how one should speak with their child regarding drugs & other issues, some of the issues today with uniqueness & normality, the transitional phase our society is currently in and more, so be sure to tune in for that!

Aidan’s Podcasts: Days Of My Life – Room

In case you missed it, last week Mike spoke with Tony Farina; Assistant Professor of Humanities at Siena Heights University, reviewer of comics & audiobooks and an early adopter of online education! In their chat they discuss how colleges/degrees in America work as well as why Tony believes education is valuable, as well as people pursuing something they’re passionate about, Tony also discusses how teaching online courses is different from in-person lectures, how it’s odd that some names are gender-specific while others are androgynous, Tony & Mike then have a discussion on some of the different interpretations of the bible including the infamous “man must not sleep with a man” part, before speaking about what Women’s Studies includes, what Tony is currently studying & what his thesis/book will entail and much more!

Promo by The Brave Files: https://vickeryandco.com/podcast/

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

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#71 Pt 2 – How Is Teaching Online Different?: Women’s Studies, Interpretation & Gender-Specific Names With Tony Farina

This week Mike is once again joined by Tony Farina; Assistant Professor of Humanities at Siena Heights University, reviewer of comics & audiobooks, an early adopter of online education and friend of the show!

This week their chat continues with the difference between online courses and teaching in-person, how it’s odd that some names are gender-specific while others are androgynous, Tony & Mike then have a discussion on some of the different interpretations of the bible including the infamous “man must not sleep with a man” part, before speaking about what Women’s Studies includes, what Tony is currently studying & what his thesis/book will entail and much more!

In part 1 of their chat Tony & Mike discuss how they were introduced & they delve into a short Star Wars talk before discussing people rarely knowing their future career path when in education.Tony then talks about how colleges/degrees in America work as well as why he believes education is valuable, as well as people pursuing something they’re passionate about before finishing off with Tony discussing how teaching online courses is different from in-person lectures!

If you are interested in the university or the programs at Siena Heights, check out this link

Tony’s reviews of DC/Warner things – Tony’s Twitter

Tony has interviewed writers & artists such as Mark Russell, Jon Davis-Hunt, Adriana Mello and the entire creative team for Last Stop on the Red Line which you can listen to here

In case you missed it, last episode Mike spoke with Brad Sugars; entrepreneur, owner/chairmen of several companies, author of 17 books, family man and a truly inspirational guy to talk to! Their chat includes Brad’s entrepreneurial journey before discussing his company ActionCOACH, as well as why he believes travelling is so important, his experiences speaking to people on a 1-to-1 level as well as in large seminars, the importance of learning from multiple sources about a large array of things & not having tunnel vision and that struggle breeds character! In addition to these, Mike & Brad discuss that refining one’s product (in music, business or otherwise) is a necessity as well as how the market has changed for all industries and why people need to look ahead to remain relevant, how the internet is neither good or bad, Brad’s new book Pulling Profits From A Hat and his bucket list, before finishing off with some quick-fire questions about health & wellbeing and Brad’s UK tour dates for his seminars.

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

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#71 Pt 1 – If You Care, The Audience Will Care: Passion Projects, Future Paths & The Value Of Education With Tony Farina

This week Mike is joined by Tony Farina; Assistant Professor of Humanities at Siena Heights University, reviewer of comics & audiobooks, an early adopter of online education and friend of the show!

Part 1 of their chat begins by talking about how Tony & Mike were introduced before delving into a short Star Wars talk and then moving swiftly onto education. Tony & Mike discuss their early years in school & college, before discussing people rarely knowing their future career path when in education, as Tony always had an idea of what he wanted to be but Mike didn’t (and still doesn’t haha)! Tony then talks about how colleges/degrees in America work as well as why he believes education is valuable, as well as people pursuing something they’re passionate about before finishing off with Tony discussing how teaching online courses is different from in-person lectures!

In part 2 their chat continues with the difference of online courses versus teaching in-person, how it’s odd that some names are gender-specific while others are androgynous, Tony & Mike then have a discussion on some of the different interpretations of the bible including the infamous ‘man must not sleep with a man’ part, before speaking about what Women’s Studies includes, what Tony is currently studying & what his thesis will entail and much more!

If you are interested in the university or the programs at Siena Heights, check out this link

Tony’s reviews of DC/Warner things – Tony’s Twitter

Tony has interviewed writers & artists such as Mark Russell, Jon Davis-Hunt, Adriana Mello and the entire creative team for Last Stop on the Red Line which you can listen to here

In case you missed it, last week Mike spoke with Brad Sugars; entrepreneur, owner/chairmen of several companies, author of 17 books, family man and a truly inspirational guy to talk to! Their chat includes Brad’s entrepreneurial journey before discussing his company ActionCOACH, as well as why he believes travelling is so important, his experiences speaking to people on a 1-to-1 level as well as in large seminars, the importance of learning from multiple sources about a large array of things & not having tunnel vision and that struggle breeds character! In addition to these, Mike & Brad discuss that refining one’s product (in music, business or otherwise) is a necessity as well as how the market has changed for all industries and why people need to look ahead to remain relevant, how the internet is neither good or bad, Brad’s new book Pulling Profits From A Hat and his bucket list, before finishing off with some quick-fire questions about health & wellbeing and Brad’s UK tour dates for his seminars.

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

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#70 – There Cannot Be Growth Without Pressure: Action Coaching, Bucket Lists, Looking Ahead & Always Learning With Brad Sugars

This week Mike is joined by Brad Sugars; entrepreneur, owner/chairmen of several companies, author of 17 books, family man and a truly inspirational guy to talk to!

Their chat begins with Brad’s entrepreneurial journey before discussing his company ActionCOACH, as well as why he believes travelling is so important, his experiences speaking to people on a 1-to-1 level as well as in large seminars, the importance of learning from multiple sources about a large array of things & not having tunnel vision and that struggle breeds character! In addition to these, Mike & Brad discuss that refining one’s product (in music, business or otherwise) is a necessity as well as how the market has changed for all industries and why people need to look ahead to remain relevant, how the internet is neither good or bad, Brad’s new book Pulling Profits From A Hat and his bucket list, before finishing off with some quick-fire questions about health & wellbeing and Brad’s UK tour dates for his seminars.

ActionCOACH – Pulling Profits Book – Brad’s UK Tour (Oct 1^st – 11^th 2019)

In case you missed it, last week Mike spoke with rapper, manga author, entrepreneur & occasional ninja, ShaoDow! In part 1, they discuss how & why ShaoDow became a full-time rapper before they delve into the process of creating & releasing rap songs, ShaoDow then talks about his time on the high-street selling CDs (& why he no longer does this) followed by discussing ShaoDow’s manga “The Way Of The Shao”, his trip to China, how he got onto Fire In The Booth & his collaboration with Krizz Kaliko of Strange Music! If all of that wasn’t enough, in part 2 they get incredibly nerdy by discussing Dragonball Z & Super, anime, video games, Smash Bros, the upcoming Sonic The Hedgehog movie and Detective Pikachu, before discussing DIY gang – so be sure to check that out if you want to keep the entrepreneurial theme going!

Intro plug by Play Comics

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#69 Pt 2 – Subverting Expectations: Dragonball Super, Smash Bros, Dubbed Or Subbed & DIY Gang With ShaoDow

This week is part 2 of the long-awaited chat with the London-based independent rapper, manga author, entrepreneur and occasional ninja, ShaoDow!

This week, Mike & ShaoDow continue their chat, discussing a wide variety of topics, but they begin with ShaoDow’s Kaioken video and link to Dragonball Z/Super, which leads to a long discussion on what ShaoDow & Mike do and do not enjoy about the show as well as Dragonball & Dragonball GT, including what is considered in the new Dragonball canon. ShaoDow & Mike also talk about other anime they enjoy, some live-action adaptations of anime that aren’t as thrilling, the eternal debate over dubbing & subbing before moving on to discuss the upcoming Sonic The Hedgehog movie and Detective Pikachu, plus they then have a lengthy discussion on Super Smash Bros and other video games as well as motivation in life before they finish by discussing DIY gang!

In case you missed it, in part 1, Mike & Shaodow discuss how & why ShaoDow became a full-time rapper before they delve into the process of creating & releasing rap songs, ShaoDow then talks about his time on the high-street selling CDs (& why he no longer does this) followed by discussing ShaoDow’s manga “The Way Of The Shao”, his trip to China, how he got onto Fire In The Booth & his collaboration with Krizz Kaliko of Strange Music! If all of that wasn’t enough, ShaoDow & Mike also discuss ShaoDow’s friend & regular collaborator Zuby, ShaoDow’s track Dropkick Man, instant-gratification culture, ShaoDow winning the 2017 AIM Award for Hardest Working Artist before finishing part 1 with a discussion about Eminem.

ShaoDow’s site – ShaoDow’s New Single Burn Out

In case you missed it, last episode Mike spoke with Calum of Placeholder – a UK metalcore band based in Southampton. Their chat is in two parts and they discussed a great many things, including Calum’s love for Gordon Ramsay, using CDs & streaming nowadays, before talking about all of the music Calum & Mike have been listening to (including Billie Eilish, The Plot In You, Lewis Capaldi & more) before they discuss self-promoting on social media, Placeholder’s three new music videos & their meaning along with the theme of their newest EP ‘Despise Me’, they then speak about misheard song lyrics, some of the negative & positive feedback Calum has received on various social media platforms and much more!

Promo by Ignite The Flame Audio

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

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#69 Pt 1 – London’s Hardest Working Rapper: Fire In The Booth, Burn Out, Writing Manga & Krizz Kaliko With ShaoDow

This week is the long-awaited chat with the London-based independent rapper, manga author, entrepreneur and occasional ninja, ShaoDow!

Their chat begins with how & why ShaoDow became a full-time rapper before they delve into the process of creating & releasing rap songs (including his newest single “Burn Out”). ShaoDow then talks about his time on the high-street selling CDs (& why he no longer does this) followed by discussing ShaoDow’s manga “The Way Of The Shao”, his trip to China & the other places he’s travelled, how he got onto Charlie Sloth’s Fire In The Booth and his collaboration with Krizz Kaliko of Strange Music! If all of that wasn’t enough, ShaoDow & Mike also discuss ShaoDow’s friend & regular collaborator Zuby, ShaoDow’s track Dropkick Man going viral, instant-gratification culture, ShaoDow winning the 2017 AIM Award for Hardest Working Artist before finishing part 1 with a discussion about Eminem.

Part 2 will be out next week at the same time and they discuss a wide variety of topics, but they start discussing ShaoDow’s Kaioken video and link to Dragonball Z/Super, which leads to a long discussion on what ShaoDow & Mike do and do not enjoy about the show as well as Dragonball & Dragonball GT DBZ, before talking about other animes ShaoDow & Mike enjoy, live-action adaptations of anime and dubbing & subbing. They then talk about the upcoming Sonic The Hedgehog movie, Detective Pikachu, they then have a lengthy discussion on Super Smash Bros, they discuss other video games and motivation in life before they finish by discussing DIY gang!

ShaoDow’s site – ShaoDow’s New Single Burn Out

In case you missed it, last week Mike spoke with Calum of Placeholder – a UK metalcore band based in Southampton. Their chat is in two parts and they discussed a great many things, including Calum’s love for Gordon Ramsay, using CDs & streaming nowadays, before talking about all of the music Calum & Mike have been listening to (including Billie Eilish, The Plot In You, Lewis Capaldi & more) before they discuss self-promoting on social media, Placeholder’s three new music videos & their meaning along with the theme of their newest EP ‘Despise Me’, they then speak about misheard song lyrics, some of the negative & positive feedback Calum has received on various social media platforms and much more!

Promo by Ignite The Flame Audio

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

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#66 – The Power Of Printed Media: First Charge, Creating Stories, Poetry & Reading In Bed With Amanda Steel

This week Mike chats with Amanda Steel – an author of novels, poems & short stories, as well as creating a quarterly written media publication called Printed Words and being one half of the Reading In Bed Podcast!

In their chat, they discuss Amanda’s newest book, First Charge as well as Amanda’s other works, when & why she started writing, why she used the pseudonym “Aleesha Black” for her Lost & Found books, one of the worst dates Amanda has been on and using it as inspiration for “Love, Dates & Other Nightmares”, before talking about what Amanda’s publication “Printed Words” entails, how she gets her writing done. The conversation then moves onto Amanda’s podcast and podcasting in general, before a brief discussion on Amanda’s religious/spiritual views, then talking about different languages, learning to become a better writer and much more!

Amanda’s books and other information can be found on her site

Amanda’s Social Media: Twitter – Instagram – Facebook

Pre-order link for her new release “Pieces of Me”

GCC has had several authors on the show, but there are two stand-out episodes any bookworms should check out – episode 56 with Frank Burton as well as episode 16 with Wayne Telford are both especially book-orientated and are a must for any lovers of written media!

Last week Mike spoke with Gough, the blind filmmaker & creator of Beernuts Productions, they discuss Gough’s new film “How To Land Your Dream Job”, followed by a discussion on The Book Of Mormon before talking about the timeline Gough adheres to when making one of his films. Gough then talks about some of the crazy people he’s met who were inspirations for some characters in the new film. In part 2 they discuss Gough making a sequel to his documentary “I Will Not Go Quietly”, some of the social issues Gough likes to explore in his comedy, how Gough dislikes people telling him and anyone else how to live their life, some of the ways Gough has been discriminated against, the importance of humour in all walks of life and much more!

Promo by I Wanna Party With Bob

Genuine Chit-Chat is a part of the Brit Pod Scene, so be sure to check out the other members of the family as well as the BPS podcast – www.britpodscene.com

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#52 Pt 2 – Do Satanists Believe In Hell?: Consciousness, Aleister Crowley, AI & The BBC Interview w/ Magister Bill M

This week continues Mike’s chat with Bill M, a Magister of the Church Of Satan where they discuss the many misconceptions about the Church, it’s beliefs and it’s practices along with many other fruitful topics!

Misconceptions surrounding Aleister Crowley are discussed as well as Bill & the church’s view on the afterlife and consciousness, Bill’s opinions & dealings with artificial intelligence, how people hate being wrong, issues with close-minded intellectual’s mindsets, the satanic sins, numerology, Bill’s BBC interview and many other topics!

Be sure to go back & check out part 1 of their chat if you haven’t already, where Bill & Mike talk about how Satanists do not worship Satan (or any deity for that matter), the origin of Lucifer, the “music of Satan”, Bill’s podcast “The Devil’s Mischief” and it’s associated network “Radio-Free Satan”, where many of the misconceptions surrounding the church came from including the “Satanic Panic”, what 666 means to Satanists, the discrimination many Satanists face and being “out of the closet” with their own religion and so much more!

Church Of Satan – Bill M’s podcast The Devil’s Mischief – Radio Free Satan

Last episode Mike spoke with the American comedian Myq Kaplan which started with them discussing Myq’s name and then flows into all manner of things, including using alternative words when speaking, why Myq started stand-up comedy, his musical passions, both of their perspectives on growth, how important nature is, the potential mind-controlling qualities of psilocybin mushrooms, if people actually have free will, the benefits of being nice, the uses of meditation & changing one’s thought processes, the zen proverb “Chop Wood, Carry Water” and it’s meaning, as well as many more fruitful topics!

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