It’s here! Alien Covenant is here! After weeks of patience, we finally get to rant and rave about it! Check out our thoughts and where we think Ridley Scott will go with the next installment. Dumbbells and Dragons is a member of the AlmostBetter.net network and is powered by Pinecast.com . Recorded 05/21/2017, Posted 05/21/2017 Rachel on Twitter: @RachelLovesTV Check out Rachel’s blogs on dumbbellsanddragons.com here: https://dumbbellsanddragons.com/author/rachelb/ If you would like to contact m...
May 21, 2017•39 min
It’s playoff hockey time, Dragons! And playoff hockey is the best hockey. Games can theoretically go on forever. Carl Landra of the 4th Line Podcast joined me to talk about how this year’s Stanley Cup playoffs are going, who we think is going to win, and what will happen with Alexander Ovechkin. Enjoy us nerding out about hockey, the greatest sport of all time. Dumbbells and Dragons is a member of the AlmostBetter.net network and is powered by Pinecast.com . Recorded 05/13/2017, Posted 05/17/201...
May 17, 2017•1 hr 21 min
Here we are! Getting closer and closer to Alien:Covenant. Rachel and I chat about the first film in Ridley Scott’s prequel series, Prometheus. As a bonus we also chat about Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 and how excited Rachel is for The Dark Tower! No worries though, we give you ample warning before spoilers occur. Enjoy! Dumbbells and Dragons is a member of the AlmostBetter.net network and is powered by Pinecast.com . Recorded 05/07/2017, Posted 05/12/2017 Rachel on Twitter: @RachelLovesTV Che...
May 12, 2017•1 hr 7 min
I saw Laura’s film, “I Wanna Date U,” at the Hollywood Comedy Shorts Film Festival. It was one of the many films that made an impact on me. It was so incredibly funny and real. Check out some of our other selections here. Keep an eye on Laura’s projects. She will be a household name in the next few years. You heard it here first. Dumbbells and Dragons is a member of the AlmostBetter.net network and is powered by Pinecast.com . Recorded 04/20/2017, Posted 05/10/2017 Contacts: Twitter: @LauraAdkin...
May 10, 2017•1 hr 13 min
Rachel and I tackle Alien vs Predator and AVP:Requiem. One of these movies was super fun and enjoyable….the other...was not. Which one? Listen and find out! Also, we talk about how we would make an Aliens/Predator movie. If you have an opinion on it, let us know. Also, if you have tons of money to give us to make this movie, go ahead and tweet us. Recorded 04/30/2017, Posted 05/05/2017 Rachel on Twitter: @RachelLovesTV Check out Rachel’s blogs on dumbbellsanddragons.com here: https://dumbbellsan...
May 05, 2017•54 min
Are you ready to solve a mystery? Eileen and Matt from the Skeeterial podcast are! Skeeterial is a “Serial”-esque podcast where Eileen and Matt go through each episode of Muppet Babies searching for clues as to what happened to Skeeter, Scooter’s twin sister. She is the only member of the Babies never seen in adult form in any other iteration of the Muppets. WHAT HAPPENED TO SKEETER?? Dumbbells and Dragons is a part of the AlmostBetter.net podcast network and is powered by pinecast.com . Recorde...
May 03, 2017•43 min
Are you as stoked about Alien Covenant as Rachel is? Are you new to the franchise like I am? Rachel and I tackle Alien3 and Alien Resurrection. The latter was written by nerd golden boy, Joss Whendon! And let me tell you...these are not as good as Alien or Aliens. However, if you take them for what they are, you can get through them and even enjoy them! Recorded 04/23/2017, Posted 04/28/2017 Rachel on Twitter: @RachelLovesTV Check out Rachel’s blogs on dumbbellsanddragons.com here: https://dumbb...
Apr 28, 2017•44 min
Christopher joined me on the podcast to talk about one of the only NONPROFIT comic cons, WhedonCon! We chat everything Whedon, from the comics, to Buffy, to Avengers. Even Alien Resurrection gets a brief mention. Be sure to go to WhedonCon May 19-21, 2017 at the Warner Center Marriott in Los Angeles, CA. Recorded 04/13/2017, Posted 04/26/2017 Contacts: http://www.whedoncon.com Facebook: @WhedonCon Twitter: @WhedonCon Our Charities: http://www.wootencenter.org/ http://myfriendsplace.org/ Buy Memb...
Apr 27, 2017•1 hr 20 min
Are you as stoked about Alien Covenant as Rachel is? Are you new to the franchise like I am? Take a listen as we talk about the first two films, Alien and Aliens. Stay tuned next week when we tackle Alien3 and Alien Resurrection. The latter was written by nerd … Continue reading
Apr 21, 2017•53 min
Today Karen Young and I jump into three of our favorite comics, Saga, Rat Queens, and Paper Girls. Two of which is by the infallible Brian K Vaughn. Check out these titles cuz they are three of the best comics out there! Recorded 03/05/2017, Posted 04/19/2017 Check out Karen’s blogs … Continue reading
Apr 19, 2017•1 hr 10 min
Hey Dragons, we have a lot of changes coming to DB&D in the coming months. Take a listen and see what coming specials we have coming up, changes to website, and changes to the podcast. Please send any thoughts to ken@dumbbellsanddragons.com You can currently find us at dumbbellsanddragons.com . If you … Continue reading
Apr 14, 2017•8 min
Bestselling author Blake J Harris came on the podcast to talk about his book Console Wars. If you haven’t heard of Console Wars, it’s the story of the Nintendo/Sega Console battles in the early 90s. It is such a great read. Blake and I also chat about our first experiences … Continue reading
Apr 12, 2017•1 hr 8 min
Dragons, I sat down with my buddy Brian over at the Average Geek Show and we chatted everything nerdy currently going on in the world today. Lots of DC/Marvel talk, some Joss Whedon talk, and even some Power Rangers, including a special message to Jason David Frank. Check it out! … Continue reading
Apr 07, 2017•1 hr 8 min
Alright Dragons, this episode was recorded LIVE from my backyard 4 hours after Rachel and I finished my 20th and her FIRST Tough Mudder! We talk about why she signed up, how she felt during and after, her likes and dislikes, and what Tough Mudder can do FOR YOU! We … Continue reading
Apr 05, 2017•54 min
Dragons, if you’re in need of a kickstart to your fitness journey, today’s episode will give you one more weapon in your arsenal. I speak with Chris Evans about his experiences with DDP Yoga, a new way to lose weight and build muscle created by former WWE superstar Diamond Dallas … Continue reading
Mar 29, 2017•59 min
Thinking about going to a con? If it’s a big one, you need to prepare. Good shoes, good food, and lots of walking. I’m joined by Aaron Nabus from SDCCfit and the Hall H Podcast. Really a great time chatting with Aaron, hopefully we will get our con workout on … Continue reading
Mar 22, 2017•1 hr 5 min
Heather Breckel was kind enough to stop by and chat about her experiences with the nintendo switch! The latest console from Nintendo is here and for many gamers, it’s our current biggest obsession. Heather is a colorist who has worked on comics from MLP, to Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Star … Continue reading
Mar 15, 2017•53 min
Bonus episode this week! I joined Robbie Farlow and Ches Hall on an episode of the Sidequest Fitness Podcast’s Coaches Corner. Check their stuff out below! Contacts: Robbie Instagram: @SidequestFM Twitter: @SideQuestFM Facebook: SideQuest Fitness http://sidequestfitness.com/ Contacts: Ches LiveLikeYouGame.com Ches@livelikeyougame.com Twitter: @LiveLikeYouGame Facebook: Live Like You Game If you would like … Continue reading...
Mar 14, 2017•55 min
Welcome again Dragons, today’s episode is with Doug Coleman from Almost Better Than Silence. ABTS is a hilarious video game podcast that features Doug, Brendan, and Matt as they talk video games, play various games, and hilarity ensues. This is one of those podcasts where you feel like you are … Continue reading
Mar 08, 2017•56 min
Alright dragons, here is a great convo with Neal Hallford from Swords and Circuitry. He has been a game designer for the last 30 years, contributing to many of your favorite games. Now, he is finishing up a documentary on a a 1982 Star Trek convention. The title of the … Continue reading
Mar 01, 2017•1 hr 14 min
I made a new friend! I’d like to introduce you, his name is Darrell McTague and he is the host of the So This is Fitness podcast. Check it out from the links below. Darrell and I talk about his fitness journey, D&D, and just have a great time. #WorkOutNerdOut … Continue reading
Feb 22, 2017•57 min
To celebrate our 50th episode, we welcome back Joe Hogan from the Geektitude and State of the Geek podcasts. Joe has become one of my close friends and favorite people in the year we have known each other. Enjoy! #WorkOutNerdOut Also, in the opener I do a shout out for … Continue reading
Feb 15, 2017•1 hr 8 min
Dragons, I love the Geek to Geek Podcast. It introduced me to Beej and Void. Two awesome nerds who I reached out to on twitter. We have quickly become fast friends. Beej lost over 100 lbs in his fitness odyssey. In this episode we talk about comics, gaming, Spiderman, mental … Continue reading
Feb 08, 2017•1 hr 17 min
Mike Sweetman is a teacher, personal trainer, and yoga instructor. He is also a giant nerd! He is a huge fan of Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, and board games. He recently relaunched and rebranded his social media from BeAHealthyGeek to ForceWithin, adding a focus on mindfulness, of which … Continue reading
Feb 01, 2017•59 min
My good friend, Jared Slater came on the podcast to chat about Hearthstone from Blizzard. He wanted to talk about it and I wanted to listen to it. So there ya go. Check it out. Recorded 12/18/2016, Posted 01/25/2017 http://us.battle.net/hearthstone/en/ If you would like to contact me, send an email … Continue reading
Jan 25, 2017•46 min
Dragons, you know how I feel about health and wellness…and that is we cover all aspects of health and wellness, including sexual health. I was so fortunate to speak with Small Hands, an adult film star, known mostly for his work with Burning Angel. Small Hands has his hands in … Continue reading
Jan 18, 2017•44 min
This episode is the epitome of what you can do if you dont quit. If you stick to your guns and just keep putting one foot in front of the other. In 1982, Eric Zala and his buddies set out to make a shot for shot remake of Raiders of … Continue reading
Jan 11, 2017•51 min
Alright Dragons, here we go with our first episode of 2017! It was a great conversation with Dr. Stacey Naito, a licensed physician and IFBB Bikini Pro. This is a great way to start off our year and it includes some great tips for making those resolutions a lifestyle. The … Continue reading
Jan 04, 2017•46 min
Dragons, today’s episode is with New York Times Bestselling Author, Gail Carriger! Gail’s steampunk novels have reached such amazing heights in the scifi and young adults realms. Be sure to pick up a few of her books at the links below! Her series’ include the parasol verse of the parasol … Continue reading
Dec 28, 2016•1 hr 6 min
Dragons, as you know I have been diving back into the world of professional wrestling. I was so excited to speak with Ophidian the Cobra from Chikara Pro, a worldwide professional wrestling touring company. So much fun talking to him about the business, what he does to relax and living … Continue reading
Dec 21, 2016•1 hr 2 min
