EPISODE XX: IT WAS WHAT IT WAS...

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EPISODE 20: It Was What It Was

This was it...the last throw down. Episode 20 marks the end of a very fun run we did of the "It is What It is" podcast and we had a great time doing doing it, but it is time for me to hit the road and be close to my family...finally.

This morning in the Danger Room, we were joined by special guests Katie, Bono, and a very special guest appearance by my Uncle Joe. It was a great last conversation and you don't want to miss it.

Find out what the future holds for me and what the guys in Norfolk might do to keep this alive. It was a blast 757. You will be missed!!!

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With much love,
Jason Walsh, IT WAS WHAT IT WAS

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EPISODE 19: The Beginning of The End

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EPISODE 19 has a major announcement about the future of the podcast. You won't want to miss this one!!!

In nerd news, we talk about some more of the great announcements and clips that have found their to the internet following San Diego Comicon, including the #MadMax trailer, #Deadpool clip, #EvilDead #Constantine #Gotham TV series, and our looking forward to Guardians of the Galaxy this week. We also give you a breakdown of the great celebrities that will be at Richmond Comicon in September, more random TV and Movie stuff, "What the Hell Were They Thinking?" and lastly Kwame gets another great score in an epic comic trade in the Danger Room.

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EPISODE 18: SAN DIEGO COMICON REVIEW WITH KATIE AND DENNIS

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EPISODE 18 is ready for your ears and this week we had TWO special guests, our friends Katie and Dennis. Today's discussion included a wrap of all the great announcements at this weekend's San Diego Comicon (no, we didn't go but we followed it), including Walking Dead, Game of Thrones, the Wonder Woman reveal, Godzilla's new co-stars, Avengers: Age of Ultron, Batman at 75, along with some of the other awesome shows and films on the horizon. We also talked about the recent Emmy nominations and revisited our new segment, "What the Hell Were You Thinking?" So come join us in the Danger Room for another fun Sunday morning conversation. And, "go tell your momma..."

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EPISODE 17: WTH?!?

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EPISODE 17 is done and ready for your awaiting eardrums. We introduce a new segment called "What the Hell Were They Thinking?!?" and also paid tribute to some of the great musicians and actors we lost this month, including James Garner, Tommy Ramone, Johnny Winter, David Legeno, and Bob Hastings. Also in the stew, a look at Marvel's recent announcements about Thor and Captain America, some recent TV, film, and book discussions, Kwame finally catches up with Game of Thrones, and the 45th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 landing. So why are you waiting?!? What the hell are you thinking?!?!

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EPISODE 16: GHOSTS

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EPISODE 16 is a special GHOST edition, where Kwame opens up about supernatural events that have happened in his lifetime and his lifelong belief of the spirit realm. Jason is a skeptic, but shared a couple unusual true stories that happened to him as well.

So gather 'round the campfire, hold your loved ones close, and tune in for some great GHOST STORIES!!!

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EPISODE 15: SCARES THAT CARE! Horror Convention DOUBLE-PLATINUM album

This week's episode comes after a pretty LONG hiatus due to my vacation time, schedules, and whatnot, but it turned out to be an AMAZING one. It's so good, it's actually TWO podcasts in ONE.

http://www.mediafire.com/listen/gyunrapk2uhjezf/KwameJason15.mp3

EPISODE 15 is kind of our DOUBLE-PLATINUM show and the theme is 1983. The first half is just our typical sit-down and shoot-the-breeze podcast in the Danger Room. We talked about what we've been up to so far this summer, my epic pilgrimage to Michigan and Chicago and back, some TV and book checkups, a new segment called the 3 Threes, and just good conversation, my friends.

The second half takes us ON LOCATION to the SCARES THAT CARE! Horror Convention that was in Williamsburg, VA this past weekend, and the best part of this CON is that it raises money for kids and families in need. And this brings us to the 1983 theme. CHRISTINE was there, and we are now friends.

The two main Horror themes of the CON were CHRISTINE and FRIGHT NIGHT reunions, both now enjoying their third decade anniversaries. We got great interviews with SCARES THAT CARE! organizer and founder Joe Ripple, Christine's Mortal Caretaker Bill Gibson, as well as film stars like William Atherton, your favorite antagonist from films like Ghostbusters, Die Hard, and Real Genius, from Fright Night William Ragsdale and Amanda Bearse (who played Marcy on Married With Children), Baywatch star Alexandra Paul and William Ostrander from Christine, and we wound it up with Sid Haig and Kane Hodder (aka Jason) team up on poor Malcolm Denare a.k.a. Moochie from Christine.

It's a great show, so go download/listen now: http://www.mediafire.com/listen/gyunrapk2uhjezf/KwameJason15.mp3

I'll miss you Christine...

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EPISODE 14: BONO Variant Podcast

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We had an AWESOME time this morning recording Episode 14 of the Kwame & Jason: It Is What It Is Podcast with our very special guest Bono, and no, not that guy from U2. Our Bono is way cooler and he pronounces it better too.

But yeah, it was a fun time and Bono was great. We talked about Pharrell's return to Virginia Beach at both Princess Anne High School, his alma mater, as well as his appearance at Shaggfest. We also talked about my recent adventure on the USS Cole for Harborfest, Tracy Morgan's accident, Harvward's discovery of a book made out of human skin, and of course...movies!!!

We delved into X-Men: Days of Future Past again with Bono's glowing review as well as the upcoming Guardians of the Galaxy, and Bono enlightened us about a documentary being shot locally called "Fight Church," about a local pastor who trains MMA and it's being done by an Oscar Award Winning director. Oh, and as always we went sideways and veered here there and everywhere. You won't want to miss the good times that were had by all.

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Have a great week everyone. We did!!!

EPISODE 13: Sad Days in Norfolk

It's Sunday once again and we were back in the Danger Room for another episode of the Kwame & Jason: It Is What It Is podcast, once again joined by our good friend Katie. What was planned to be an episode dedicated to the new X-Men: Days of Future Past film took a substantially more serious tone. We talked about this weekend's tragedy in Norfolk and the discussion turned towards religion and faith, the gun control issues, local crime, as well as self-awareness and preservation. We also recapped last week's Mega Nerd Garage Sale, Game of Thrones was brought up, and yes, we did talk about X-Men, even though Katie didn't do her "homework." Granted, she had a pretty good excuse.

So go LISTEN or DOWNLOAD Episode 13 here: http://www.mediafire.com/listen/blef2ueiyvyiiz3/KwameJason13.mp3

Oh...and we keep forgetting to take pictures, so here's a shot of Kwame and Katie from the first time she was a guest. #SwitchbackSunday ?!?!

And it's all FREE. So go have a listen to Episode 13 of the Kwame & Jason IT IS WHAT IT IS podcast: http://www.mediafire.com/listen/blef2ueiyvyiiz3/KwameJason13.mp3

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EPISODE 12: MEGA NERD GARAGE SALE

We hit the road once again, this time for the Mega Nerd Garage Sale in Virginia Beach, which was spearheaded by Mike Federali as a way to raise money for October's Tidewater Comicon. There was a big group of people when we arrived and we literally recorded on a guy's front lawn.

EPISODE 12 is up and you can listen/download here: http://www.mediafire.com/listen/40eixkbfcjhiuda/KwameJason012.mp3

It was great meeting the folks who attended and got some new treasures for their collections, we had fun talking to some of them, we got to hook up with our buddy Daniel from the When Nerds Collide podcast, and a great time was had by all I think, us included.

But, it took a turn when we talked with Nicole and Christina from Action Packed! Cosplay. They told us about the volunteer work they do for kids at children's hospitals and how they are championing the fight against sexual harassment of female cosplayers at conventions. It was an eye-opening interview and you might actually tear up a little. Great seeing you again, ladies. You are truly some heroes in our eyes and keep up the amazing work that you are so passionate about doing.

Here is a link to the HOPE FOR HENRY Foundation they volunteer for with the children, as well as the group fighting against female cosplay harrassment and unwanted advances at HollabackPHILLY: http://philly.ihollaback.org/comic/

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EPISODE 11: Back to the Danger Room

It's been two weeks since we did our last podcast on the road for Free Comic Book Day, but this week we're back in the Danger Room studio.

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This week we talked about some of the new summer movies that are out as well as some shows we're looking forward to this fall. We also pimped next week's Mega Nerd Garage Sale and X-Men: Days of Future Past Cosplay premiere along with next month's Scares That Care! Horror Convention, which benefits children and families in need. Plus, I talk the economics of my comic book scores from #FreeComicBookDay and the OLD MAN SIDE PROJECT podcasts.

And as a bonus for all of you horror fans, we dropped some exclusive interviews at the end of the podcast to get you ready for Scares That Care! Listen to some short clips with Doug Bradley (Pinhead - Hellraiser), PJ Soles (Halloween/Rock N Roll High School), Butch Patrick (Eddie Munster), and Tyler Mane (Sabretooth/Michael Myers). Never before heard from BLOOD AT THE BEACH 3!!!

And it's all FREE. So go have a listen to Episode 11 of the Kwame & Jason IT IS WHAT IT IS podcast: http://www.mediafire.com/listen/m0gy36syd7z4jj0/KwameJason011.mp3

Oh yeah...and I saw a big duck today in Norfolk. #BigDuckSelfie

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OLD MAN SIDE PROJECT: EPISODE ONE & TWO with Raymond Watts

The very first episode of the OLD MAN SIDE PROJECT podcast is FINISHED and ready for listening, downloading, what have you: http://www.mediafire.com/listen/3xaqdlc7vg1d5ae/OldMan001.mp3

This was something I wanted to do for a while with my old friends. Just sitting around talking about the old days, good times, and great memories. We have all lost a lot of great people in the last couple years and I felt it was a cool way to have a lasting digital memory of my friends and our experiences. I hope it also may inspire some of you out there to get together with your friends, roll some tape, have a few cold ones, and do the same. Just talking about the great times and have something a little more lasting than a photograph.

EPISODE 1 features my good friend Raymond Watts from Joplin and we talked about how we met, our 20+ year friendship, our early years in Joplin, Raymond's hockey obsession, and some of the friends we have lost. Raymond had a great story about Ryan Smith and we even dropped a couple VD songs at the end (Stan, don't sue us!!!). EPISODE 2 is the continuation of our conversation. It's recorded and will be up on Sunday.

So here it is, give it a listen on this Friday night if you have nothing to do or drop it on your phone or device and pull it up whenever you might be feeling a little nostalgic.

http://www.mediafire.com/listen/3xaqdlc7vg1d5ae/OldMan001.mp3

AND........
UPDATE: EPISODE 2 of the Old Man Side Project is now done too: http://www.mediafire.com/listen/1pacclucp02l30q/OldMan002.mp3

In this 2nd installment with Raymond, more funny Ryan Smith/VD stories as well as some about our bro Shane Chapman who we lost last year. And, more beer-fueled hazy memories of a bygone era in Joplin. I hope all you folks in the 417 enjoy our reflections, and again, maybe get inspired to sit down with your brothers and sisters and just talk...reminisce...remember...

You are all truly missed...following the podcast I dug out my box of Joplin tapes and we listened to some VD, Squirm, Initial Detonation, and Last Call. I had a great week with my brother Raymond. See you soon, bro...

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EPISODE X: On the Road for FREE COMIC BOOK DAY

Episode 10 is edited and UP and ready for as many comic, geek, nerd, cosplay ears as it can find. So go listen or download NOW: https://www.mediafire.com/?227ojcuj9q44pai
Best part, is it's always FREE.

We hit up three comic shops on FREE COMIC BOOK DAY and talked to shop owners, artists, cosplayers, and fans young and old. It was a great day hanging with like-minded folks with a shared love of all things comics. Special thanks to the folks at Comic Kings and Fantasy Escape Comics & Cards in Virginia Beach and Local Heroes in Norfolk for allowing us to invade their stores on likely their busiest day of the year.

Tell your friends, tell your neighbors, tell anyone who will listen...and LISTEN/DOWNLOAD: https://www.mediafire.com/?227ojcuj9q44pai

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EPISODE NINE: FREE COMIC BOOK DAY preview

EPISODE NINE is done and you can now listen to it here: http://mfi.re/listen/1l45kenmeuc1o0w/kwamejason009.mp3

We had a great time with our good friend Katie from the USAF this morning. When we get together, we're like the Mod Squad. This week we did a wrap up of the Tidewater Comicon and talked about the upcoming Free Comic Book Day on May 3, and presents were passed around in the spirit of Free Comic Book Day. I know two kids are going to have a great Sunday when their Dad comes home with a box of free comics. You're welcome, boys!!!

We also talked about the two storms we faced this weekend: The tornadoes in NC and "Beach Week" at the Virginia Beach oceanfront. Lastly, we talked about the upcoming horror convention coming in Williamsburg this June, SCARES THAT CARE. It's a great event with a ton of horror celebrities and proceeds help families in need. Ohhh...and we dropped a little NHL playoffs too...

AND, a quick bonus interview with Ken Foree, of Dawn of the Dead and Devil's Rejects fame, who will be at Scares That Care.

Go have a listen and tell us what you think. Happy Sunday, geeks!!!

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EPISODE EIGHT: TIDEWATER COMICON

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Episode 8 of the Kwame & Jason: It Is What It Is podcast is FINALLY edited. This one was a little bit harder to edit and put together, but without a doubt, the best one we did yet. Not only did we have our good friend Katie Maricle back with us and Kwame's boys, Nicholas and Noah, but we recorded it entirely on location at the Tidewater Comicon in Virginia Beach.

So don't waste any time. Go listen now: http://www.mediafire.com/listen/wqmjgulrqc3regk/KwameJason008.mp3

EPISODE SEVEN

EPISODE SEVEN is finished and we talked about all sorts of things this time around, including the recent shooting at Naval Station Norfolk, the still-missing plane, as well as the ongoings of some of our favorite TV shows and movies. Kwame also discusses his current role in the play, "Finding Chris My Father," and Jason gives some info on the upcoming Tidewater Comicon. And of course, tonight's Walking Dead finale.

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You can download the episode here or just stream it on your computer, phone, or other mobile device. We hope you enjoy it. We had fun doing it, as always...

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EPISODE SIX

Another podcast is done and ready for your ears. Episode 6 was a lot of fun and we talked about a bunch of stuff: St. Patrick's Day, the loss of Harold Ramis and David Brenner, Chris Brown's troubles, the Shaggfest Pharrell announcement, Batman VS. The Punisher, and a look at the new films coming out this spring/summer.

So sit back, grab a cold one and some munchies, and tune in to the most recent episode of the Kwame and Jason: It is What It Is Podcast.

http://www.mediafire.com/listen/43s6pympxdc8w1a/KwameJason006.mp3

You can download the episode here or just stream it on your computer, phone, or other mobile device. We hope you enjoy it. We had fun doing it, as always...

TECH NOTE: The last few episodes have been in STEREO so our voices were split to the right and left channels, which was kind of weird, but I figured out how to make it MONO so hopefully from here forward this will enhance your listening experience. And we look forward to your feedback so PLEASE drop us an email or leave comments here on the website.

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EPISODE FIVE

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Episode 5 is up and ready for your listening pleasure. Today we got together finally after a few weeks off due to scheduling and some pretty crappy weather. It was good to finally start rolling some tape and have a good time just talking about stuff we like to talk about. At the end of the day, we do this for fun...

Topics of discussion today included the Olympics and current situation in the Ukraine, the missing Malaysian Flight 370, and a look back at the Oscars. We also got into some of our favorite shows like Walking Dead, Vikings, and True Detective as well as some new films that are out and coming soon: 300, Sin City 2, The Bag Man, The Counselor, and The Book Thief.

We also introduced a new game called #something, which didn't go as well as we hoped but it was still fun, so you listeners email us some #something ideas for the show and we'll read the results the next time: kwamejasonpodcast@gmail.com

And lastly a segment called "What Were They Doing When They Were My Age?" which was a look at some famous people and what they were up to when they were the age Jason just turned a couple weeks ago. You might want to try this with your friends as well.

So please go listen to the new episode on your computers, phones, or other mobile devices or DOWNLOAD it and play it back later. And we look forward to your feedback so PLEASE drop us an email or leave comments here on the website. Have a great week friends!!!

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EPISODE FOUR

Episode 4 is up and ready for listening. Today we had our first guest, Katie Maricle, who is a broadcaster with the United States Air Force. We talked about her job, the crazy weather we've been having, and some of our favorite things, including the Walking Dead, Game of Thrones, the Olympics, and the upcoming Oscars.

Go take a listen on your Sunday afternoon: http://www.mediafire.com/listen/ohpzb7tbr03f2za/KwameJason004.mp3

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EPISODE THREE

EPISODE #3 is UP and READY for your listening pleasure. Listen on your computer, phone, or tablet, or just download it and listen to it on your devices later.

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This episode we talked about Martin Luther King Day, how well we picked the Golden Globes and predictions about the Oscars, as well as a shout out to Pharrell Williams on his Oscar nod. And, probably some other stuff....go listen and find out...and tell your friends and family

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EPISODE TWO

Episode 2 of the Kwame & Jason: It is What It is Podcast is up and ready for listening. Go tune in to our second installment:
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We talked holidays and New Year's Resolutions as well as the Sons of Anarchy finale, new shows starting back up this month, and our picks at tonight's Golden Globe Awards.

Something fun to listen to on your laid back Sunday afternoon.
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EPISODE ONE

The Kwame & Jason: It is What It is Podcast page is up and running. Talking about whatever. Things we like, things you may like.

First episode is up and ready for listening. 

Check it out here: http://www.mediafire.com/listen/oejav2z60b40mlg/KwameJason001.mp3

I wanted to do a podcast for a long time and got together with my buddy Kwame from work and here it is. Movies, TV, music, comics, books, life...and I'll get some skateboarding in there from time to time.