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Settle the Score213 with Late to the Party and The ReactorverseIt's a teams game today on Settle the Score as host Matt Knost and musical director Andy Merryweather asked back two of our absolute favorite teams and four guests we look forward to each time they appear on the show. Please help us welcome back Late to the Party's Robert and Vanessa facing off against The Reactorverse's Drew and Eric! It's a fun show we hope you really enjoy. Now let's get to it.Our patreon is now LIVE!!! Head over to https://www.patreon.com/settlethescoreshow and join one of our 5 tiers! We're offering all kinds...2025-05-0856 min
Deep LinkersPatrick H. Willems talks film school, movies, deadlines and CONTENT - Deep LinkersDISCLAIMER: This episode is from our time with Passionfruit. You can join The Reactorverse Patreon and Discord using the links below.https://discord.gg/thereactorversehttps://patreon.com/TheReactorverse Deep Linkers episode 12 is here! We're joined today by one of the seminal voices in the film video essay space, Patrick H. Willems. Patrick's career on YouTube came as the means to an end for an aspiring filmmaker. However, after a few early viral hits, Patrick cemented his voice, craft, and style as a YouTube mainstay with his thought-provoking and detailed video es...2025-05-081h 11Deep LinkersJeff May, professional nerd, talks comedy, integrity and telling it like it is - Deep LinkersDISCLAIMER: This episode is from our time with Passionfruit. You can join The Reactorverse Patreon and Discord using the links below.https://discord.gg/thereactorversehttps://patreon.com/TheReactorverse Episode 11 of Deep Linkers! Jeff May is known online for his various podcast shows, appearances and comedic contributions. With his background in standup comedy, Jeff applies his work ethic to everything he does and navigates his day to day hustle with vigorous routine. He breaks down the importance of letting people know his values and what to expect from him, while also rem...2025-05-0855 minDeep LinkersFilmJoy's Mikey Neumann on going from Borderlands to film criticism - Deep LinkersDISCLAIMER: This episode is from our time with Passionfruit. You can join The Reactorverse Patreon and Discord using the links below.https://discord.gg/thereactorversehttps://patreon.com/TheReactorverse We're joined for episode 10 of Deep Linkers by the colorfully commentative Mikey Neumann from his channel FilmJoy and hit series Movies with Mikey. Mikey started his career in the video game industry, working on titles such as Borderlands 1&2, Half-Life, Brothers in Arms, and more. He eventually transitioned to being a full-time video essayist, where he explains his appreciation for films he feels de...2025-05-0857 minDeep LinkersJoe Johnson from Tabletop Jocks geeks out about Magic: The Gathering - Deep LinkersDISCLAIMER: This episode is from our time with Passionfruit. You can join The Reactorverse Patreon and Discord using the links below.https://discord.gg/thereactorversehttps://patreon.com/TheReactorverse Kick back and build your deck to this all-new episode 9 of Deep Linkers featuring Magic: The Gathering player, host, and aficionado Joe Johnson. Joe is founder and host of Tabletop Jocks, a Magic: The Gathering based channel that features big games and big name guests such as Post Malone, Joe Manganiello, Andrew Dismukes, Gabriel Luna, Lionel Williams, Cassius Marsh and more. Joe shar...2025-05-0847 minDeep LinkersGamefully Unemployed's Tom Reimann & David C. Bell - Deep LinkersDISCLAIMER: This episode is from our time with Passionfruit. You can join The Reactorverse Patreon and Discord using the links below.https://discord.gg/thereactorversehttps://patreon.com/TheReactorverse It's a double-booked episode 8 of Deep Linkers as we are joined by creators and co-hosts of the Gamefully Unemployed podcast network, Tom Reimann and David C. Bell. Both former Cracked.com veterans, Tom and Dave have had their finger on the pulse of internet culture for over a decade plus and used their insight to create a product and audience that can appr...2025-05-0855 minDeep LinkersTaylor Lorenz on Brain-Rot, Feminism, Horror Movies and More - Deep LinkersDISCLAIMER: This episode is from our time with Passionfruit. You can join The Reactorverse Patreon and Discord using the links below.https://discord.gg/thereactorversehttps://patreon.com/TheReactorverse We are joined by friend and collaborator Taylor Lorenz on episode 7 of Deep Linkers. Taylor's seminal coverage of the online creator space has cemented her legacy as one of the most influential voices in new media. With credits such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, and others, Taylor has been on the frontlines of the latest online trends and...2025-05-0848 minDeep LinkersKristian Harloff Discusses Movie Trivia, Branding, UAPs and More - Deep LinkersDISCLAIMER: This episode is from our time affiliated with Passionfruit. You can join The Reactorverse Patreon and Discord using the links below.https://discord.gg/thereactorversehttps://patreon.com/TheReactorverse Friend of the show Kristian Harloff sits down to chat about his decade-plus career working on YouTube for companies and himself on episode 6 of Deep Linkers. As one half of the Schmoes Know duo, Kristian founded the Movie Trivia Schmoedown, became a main host for Collider, and navigated a handful of solo endeavors that have led him to his current status as an independent creator. He dis...2025-05-0853 minDeep LinkersDan Murrell Discusses Movies, "Content", Branding and More - Deep LinkersDISCLAIMER: This episode is from our time affiliated with Passionfruit. You can join The Reactorverse Patreon and Discord using the links below.https://discord.gg/thereactorversehttps://patreon.com/TheReactorverse Professional critic and "content" creator Dan Murrell joins the show for Deep Linkers episode 5. Dan started out his online career as one of the primary hosts and contributors at Screen Junkies, before eventually breaking off and starting his own channel. Dan breaks down the early turbulence he experienced trying to kickstart a channel during the Covid-19 pandemic, what he's learned since, and the changes in trends...2025-05-0846 minDeep LinkersTalking Internet Today with Eliot Dewberry - Deep LinkersDISCLAIMER: This episode is from our time affiliated with Passionfruit. You can join The Reactorverse Patreon and Discord using the links below.https://discord.gg/thereactorversehttps://patreon.com/TheReactorverse Time to get weird on Deep Linkers episode 4, as we are joined by Eliot Dewberry, co-host of his channel Internet Today. Eliot shares his beginnings working with ETC and Machinima covering pop culture content and how he transitioned to co-running his own channel with his partner Ricky Hayberg. These days Eliot and Ricky cover facets of internet culture they feel are important, troubleso...2025-05-0852 minDeep LinkersTalking Tinder Live with Lane Moore - Deep LinkersDISCLAIMER: This episode is from our time affiliated with Passionfruit. You can join The Reactorverse Patreon and Discord using the links below.https://discord.gg/thereactorversehttps://patreon.com/TheReactorverse An all-new episode 3 of Deep Linkers featuring writer, author, musician, comedian, and professional Tinder user Lane Moore.Lane is the author of “How to be Alone” and “You Will Find Your People”. She joins us to discuss her upcoming live show, Tinder Live, as well as her journey from starting to write for Cosmo to creating online content...2025-05-0855 minDeep LinkersClass Action Park & Beyond with Netflix Director Seth Porges - Deep LinkersDISCLAIMER: This episode is from our time affiliated with Passionfruit. You can join The Reactorverse Patreon and Discord using the links below.https://discord.gg/thereactorversehttps://patreon.com/TheReactorverse For Deep Linkers episode 2, Drew Grant and James Del are joined by their old friend Seth Porges, director of Class Action Park. Seth's new film, How to Rob a Bank, is available on Netflix now.Seth discusses his early days in the blogging sphere and how he made the transition to documentarian out of that journali...2025-05-081h 04Deep LinkersARGs, Unfiction & More with Night Mind - Deep LinkersDISCLAIMER: This episode is from our time affiliated with Passionfruit. You can join The Reactorverse Patreon and Discord using the links below.https://discord.gg/thereactorversehttps://patreon.com/TheReactorverse For our first episode of Deep Linkers, we’re joined by Nick Nocturne, whose channel Night Mind has championed independent unfiction projects with exhaustive analysis since 2015. His academic explainers tackle everything from Slenderman alternate reality games (ARGs) to Adult Swim’s WHAM CITY COMEDY; the existential puppet horror of Don’t Hug Me I’m Scared to the hidden messages behind t...2025-05-081h 01
Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 52: Movie Night with JacquiRedder is better this week on the Reactorverse Podcast as we are joined by Jacqui Mia Ross from her channel Movie Night with Jacqui. Coming in with a unique interest in film production and criticism, Jacqui shares her academic background with movies and theater and her personal journey finding her voice as a reactor and content creator. She explains her ongoing struggles trying to strike the proper work/life balance as well as the accomplishments she's achieved over just a few short years with her channel. Whether you catch her on her channel or speaking at a convention, Jacqui...2025-04-1457 min
Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 51: Reel-TimeIt's real talk with Reel-Time this week on the podcast. Longtime friends Bryce, Rob and Zuff are only a few years into their channel but have managed to gain a considerably supportive audience in that time. Their extensive library of reaction videos reaches a wide variety of viewers who appreciate their down to earth and heartfelt approach to their work. They share their personal origins, the bumps in their channel along their journey and the appreciation they have with their accomplishments thus far.Join the Passionfruit newsletter for more online creativity and creator news:https://pa...2025-03-251h 35
Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 50: KioshiWarriorOur 50th episode! We're thrilled to share the occasion with Maya from her channel KioshiWarrior this week and dip our toes into the world of music reactions. Maya started her YouTube career with storytime videos, vlogs and music reactions as her main focus. Over the last year she has made the effort to expand the scope of her work to cover film and tv reactions as well and recalibrate how she wants to promote artists on her channel. Maya's stylish and hilarious reaction edits are only eclipsed by her courageous spirit to use her platform to bring awareness to...2025-03-101h 08
Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 49: Meesh & DeeIt's a super sized episode this week clocking in at almost two hours as we are joined by Meesh & Dee. More than just channel partners, this newly married couple have made their mark in the reaction space in just over year with their passionate videos specializing in the animated medium. From starting with Avatar: The Last Airbender to learning about the vast lore of League of Legends, Meesh and Dee bring an irreverent sense of humor and dedication to everything they do. Join the Passionfruit newsletter for more online creativity and creator news:https://passio...2025-03-031h 51
Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 48: The Media KnightsAnother double helping this week on the podcast as the Reactorverse welcomes the team of Ari and Denise from their channel The Media Knights. Coming from a background of performing arts and a passion for storytelling, Ari and Denise have made their footprint in the reaction space with their insightful commentary and open-minded nature. In just a few short years they have garnered a significant following while experiencing their own share of bumps along the way. They reveal their never before seen first reactions, break down their concerns about ever evolving standards on YouTube and share what motivates them...2025-02-101h 42
Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 47: Raggedy PackThe Reactorverse podcast is back for 2025 with double the guests, Igli and Corey, repping their collective group of friends known as the Raggedy Pack. Starting out as chat friends over a mutual love of video games, the Raggedy Pack eventually formed their own reaction channel as a next venture to share time together. Although they live in separate states and time zones, they have managed to refine their remote reactions over the years and find their footing amongst technical difficulties and natural disasters.
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 46: Addie CountsIt's a celebration this episode as we are joined by Addie from her channel Addie Counts to reflect on her reaction journey to 100k subscribers. In just a few short years Addie has paved her way in the movie/tv reaction space with her earnestness and positivity and gained a loyal following in the process. Coming from the world of musical theater, Addie shares her experience discovering the world of cinema and how it helped her grow as a person.
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Host: Eric Rodriguez https...2024-12-0249 min
Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 45: Movies with KLWe’re joined today by reaction enthusiast and collaborator Kaiielle from her channel Movies with KL. Starting her channel with big franchises such as Star Wars, the MCU and others, Kaiielle has established her footing in the reaction space with her creative efforts to think outside the box and spice up her channel with the occasional passion project. Whether it’s clever editing or fun collabs, she continues to keep viewers on their toes.
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 44: Mac ReactWe're back for season 3 of the Reactorverse Podcast, with very special guests Madison & Christian from Mac React! Coming from Texas, the duo was one of the many channels born out of the pandemic boom who eventually found their place in the community as regular reactors of tv shows and films. Now with a newborn baby they share how their overall channel management has evolved to accommodate what feels comfortable for them and their schedules.
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Passionfruit: Content for Creators(Season 2 Finale!) The Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 43: Nerd ChronicThe season 2 finale of Reactorverse is here! In this very special episode, Eric is interviewed by Passionfruit Editorial Director Drew Grant to reflect on the show thus far and everything we've learned from interviewing others in the reaction space.
Host: Drew Grant - https://twitter.com/Videodrew
Guest: Nerd Chronic
https://www.instagram.com/nerdchronic
https://twitter.com/nerdchronic
The Reactorverse is hosted by Passionfruit video editor and community organizer Eric Rodriguez. Every week, he interviews a different YouTube reaction channel who share...2024-09-091h 11
Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 42: The React PackTriples is best on this week's episode of Reactorverse as we are joined by Dani, Morgan and Sam from their channel The React Pack. Starting in the pandemic era, the trio has made a name for themselves specializing
in anime reactions and learning about the content and the craft along the way. Now they've established an on-screen chemistry and flow that has impacted their lives on and off camera.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: https://youtube.com/@TheReactPack
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 41: TBR SchmittComing straight from the green screen, TBR Schmitt joins the Reactorverse Podcast! Daniel and Sam are known for their movie and tv reactions but share steps it took (and still takes) them to get comfortable in that space. Starting during the pandemic boom of reaction channels, TBR Schmitt recalls what it's been like finding an audience, discovering new interests together and meeting fellow reactors online.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: TBR Schmitt https://youtube.com/@TBRSchmitt
https://www.patreon.com/TBR_Schmitt
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 40: Gallifrey GalsAcross time and space, the Gallifrey Gals join the Reactorverse this week! We are joined by Kat Alysha, one half of the titular duo. Kat and Paula began their channel at the very start of the 2020 pandemic era and had a crash course in learning new skills and tech to stay afloat in that first year. Their love for sci-fi and natural camera presence has helped shape a lively friendship between them that they now comfortably share on with their audience.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: @GallifreyGals
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 39: YaBoyRoshiWe're thrilled to be joined this week on the podcast by the one and only YaBoyRoshi. Roshi, along with his co-hosts Sheera and Lupasan, have cemented themselves in the reaction space as one of the most polished and entertaining channels to watch. Roshi breaks down his journey getting into content creation as a whole by learning from others along the way. Now how he continues to improve upon what he's already built with the help of others and gives back to others in turn.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 38: CineBingeIt's a tag team episode this week as we are joined by George and Simone from CineBinge. Being IRL friends for years, Simone and George started their channel to share their natural charisma with film while living on opposite ends of Canada. From collaborating with other reactors to creating their iconic thumbnails, the CineBinge duo knows how to keep things fun.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: @CineBingeReact
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 37: Cat LaSalleComing from a galaxy far far away, Catherine LaSalle joins the podcast this week! Cat shares her experience as a Star Wars reactor coming in during the rise of the Disney+ renaissance of Star Wars TV. We cover her early days reacting to fan edits, her unexpected guest appearance on Howard Stern and of course the ever present issue of toxicity in online fandoms.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: @CatherineLaSalle
https://catherinelasalle.com/store
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 36: FunnyLilGal ReactsReturning from her Crossing the Streams appearance, Angela from FunnyLilGal Reacts joins the podcast! Starting during the pandemic reaction boom, Angela shares how she found reactions as a way to relate to others about her highly emotional investments in her favorite shows and films. Now Angela has discovered the value of letting show emotions be shared with the world and using her platform to help her audience and peers alike.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: @funnylilgalreacts
https://patreon.com/funnylilgalreacts
https://instagram.com/funnylilgalreacts
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 35: EOM ReactsThe Reactorverse is joined by the Murder Whistle himself, JL of EOM Reacts. JL is one half of the partnership that makes up EOM, the other being his longtime friend Blank who works as the channel manager and editor. Together they have pulled each other into the reaction space with JL's authentic and humorous commentary and Blank's work ethic behind the scenes.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: @EOMReacts
https://patreon.com/EOMedia
https://twitter.com/EOMediaReacts
https://instagram.com/extraordinarily_ordinary_media
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 34: J2O (Johnny O'Dell)A very special guest joins the Reactorverse Podcast today: Johnny O'Dell aka J2O. Johnny has been a staple of the reaction space for almost a decade now with his iconic reaction compilations that bring together a variety of reactors into one cohesive vision. Johnny breaks down his work process for us as well as his philosophy and insight on the reaction space as a whole.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: @j2o2
https://patreon.com/johnnyodell
https://twitter.com/JohnnyODell
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 33: CentaneThe Reactorverse puts a pin in Norway this week as we are joined by Kamilla aka Centane. Kamilla juggles multiple channels to react to movies, anime and gaming content. She is a also certified nursing assistant and signed with Norwegian esports team Apeks. Kamilla shares how she started her channel as a way to heal through her father's passing and explore the movies he loved on camera for the first time and how she has found community in the reaction space.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: @Centane
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 32: Re:AnimatedThe Shermkage himself joins the Reactorverse Podcast this week to sit down and chat about his channel, Re:Animated. Focusing on anime and animated material, Sherm shares his history with the medium and how it helped him find his tribe with his content creation. He also gives his insight on the responsibilities of managing a multi-talent channel and how to consider the needs everyone involved, including himself.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: https://youtube.com/@Reanimatedyt
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 31: PuggapillarThe hilariously talented reactor and editor Puggapillar joins the podcast this week. Coming all the way from Melbourne, Pugg shares how he cut his teeth learning to edit in Call of Duty compilation videos and later applying those skills to the channel he has today. Now a regular co-host on the Horror Hour, Pugg has established himself as a known voice in his community of viewers as well as a community of his peers.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: https://youtube.com/@Puggapillar
https://www.patreon.com/puggapillar
https://instagram.com/puggapillar
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 30: Popcorn in BedTime to get comfy and cozy this week as Cassie from Popcorn in Bed joins the podcast! Starting in the middle of the pandemic lockdowns, Cassie was able to share the journey of her cinematic exploration on her channel and help reshape the reaction space as we know it. Whether it's sitting on her bed at home or walking the red carpet for the world premiere of Mission Impossible 7, Popcorn in Bed has helped broaden Cassie's horizons on and off screen.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: https://youtube.com/@PopcornInBed
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 29: MontyverseUniverses collide as Nicki and Monty from The Montyerse join the Reactorverse this week! Monty began the channel in the turbulent times of the pandemic and the start of the streaming wars, but with the help of friends and partner Nicki he has managed to build a community through their enthusiastic and informative content. From comic books to Star Wars and most importantly Power Rangers, Monty and Nicki explain the thrill of sharing their passions with each other as well as their audience.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: https://youtube.com/@TheMontyverse
https://twitter.com/Th...2024-04-221h 07
Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 28: The Movie CoupleThe Movie Couple joins the Reactorverse Podcast! Husband and wife duo, Wendy and Dustin, share how they began their channel through a keen familiarity of the entertainment industry. Attending press screenings, red carpet events and film festivals, they explain how they manage their schedules and rollout of content based on what works best for them.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: https://youtube.com/@themoviecouple
https://patreon.com/TheMovieCouple
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 27: NickSaysBooThis is no April fools joke! Things get spooky this week on the Reactoverse Podcast as we are joined by horror aficionado, Nick of his channel NickSaysBoo. Growing up in a literal house of horrors thanks to the curation of his mother's film tastes, Nick has been a fan of the horror genre all his life and has made his mark in the reactor space as an die hard fan and expert in the field. With his flavorful style of editing and hilarious dynamic with fellow reactor Zzavid, Nick shares how he balances the passion and the work in...2024-04-011h 03
Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 26: BizzyBronBizzyBron hops into the Reactorver Podcast today! Starting as a sports fan, Bizzy found his way into the reaction space through his love of The Walking Dead and the passion he saw from other reactors. Eventually making a name for himself among the reactor community, Bizzy shares how manages his own passion these days through deliberate interactions with material he loves and how that has only improved in recent months with his partnership with Team JVS.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: https://youtube.com/@BIZZYBRON
https://www.patreon.com/BIZZYBRON
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 25: pReview'dHey Peaches! The good business boys themselves, Adam and Jay of pReview'd join the show this week. Coming from theater and comedy backgrounds, the guys share how they stumbled into the world of YouTube with an ideology of joke first and ask questions later. After several years of surviving the algorithm, a pandemic and a SAG strike they reflect on the sense of community and support they've garnered through their audience.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: https://youtube.com/@pReviewd
https://www.patreon.com/previewd
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 24: SSJutsu (Adonis Xavier)Adonis Xavier joins the show this week representing his channel SSJutsu (Super Saiyan Jutsu). Living in Australia, Adonis began his YouTube career with his passion for tech and showmanship and eventually turned it into an outlet for his other passions of anime and film/tv. He shares his insight on what it means to be your own boss in the content creator space and how he is tackling the work life balance with a baby on the way.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest:
https://youtube.com/@ssjutsu
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 23: Enya & IsharaThe duo of Enya & Ishara join the Reactorverse Podcast today! First being life long friends, they recently made their way into the reaction space over the pandemic with their love for the MCU and film in general. They share how their creative passions have guided them through life and how it continues to influence the way they approach their unique brand of witter and hilarious commentary.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: https://youtube.com/@enyaandishara
https://patreon.com/enyaishara
https://instagram.com/enyanishara
https://twitter.com/enya_and_ishara
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 22: Liam CattersonComing from across the pond, Liam Catterson began his reaction career as a fan of Doctor Who and Doctor Who reaction videos. Inspired by channels like the Chique Geeks and working alongside fellow reactors such as Torchwood Boy, Liam shares how his presence in the reaction space has given him lifelong friendships and experiences that have impacted him for the better.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: https://youtube.com/@LiamCatterson
https://twitter.com/LiamCatterson94
https://www.instagram.com/liamcatterson94
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 21: Chainsaw ReactsChainsaw Reacts cuts into the Reactorverse Podcast today to share his experience starting in the early days of the reaction space and where he is now. From trailers, to tv shows and now live streams, Chainsaw gives his perspective on the evolution of the reaction space and how he's building bridges for a better tomorrow among all creators with his own show, Council of Creators.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest:
https://twitter.com/ChainsawReacts
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 20: SesskasaysSeason 2 of the Reactorverse Podcast has arrived! We kick things off with a very special guest, Sesskasays, who has been in the reaction game all the way since 2015. Starting with The Walking Dead, becoming a die hard Whovian and now venturing into Star Wars, Sesska shares her insight on how she's made a safe space for herself and her community through trial and error and recognizing the boundaries a creator needs to establish for themselves.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: Sesskasays https://www.youtube.com/@sesskasays
https://twitter.com/Sesskasays
https://www...2024-01-291h 00
Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 19: Comics Plus with AkasanOn the season 1 finale of the Reactorverse Podcast, we take it back to the beginning with one of the OG reactors, Akasan. Having made a home in Japan, Akasan established himself as a vibrant personality in the reaction space and has managed to make his footprint as one of the pioneers of the genre. He discusses his observations on the shifting trends in the react sphere and beyond and reflects on his own personal tenure after so many years.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: Akasan - Comics Plus! by Akasan
https://www.youtube.com/@Akasan
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 18: Heroes Reforged's Adam HlavacThe dynamic trio known as Heroes Reforged enters the Reactorverse today, repped by the legendary Adam Hlavac. You may have seen Adam online across his various work for Superhero News, Hyper RPG and now Heroes Reforged. Adam shares his origin story growing up with a man of two world as a child of Czech immigrants, harnessing his skills in the VFX industry where he met his two cohorts, Hector Navarro and Agustin Rios, and how they established themselves as known voices in the online creator space covering a variety of pop culture news.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https...2023-12-111h 27
Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 17: My Name Is Simon's Simon DaviesThe titular Simon Davies of the channel My Name is Simon joins the Reactorverse Podcast. He shares his journey of starting his channel in the early days of the Disney Star Wars renaissance and how he's navigated that turbulent space in the following years. Simon also gives his insight on what it means to have a platform to express your opinions, share major life events and speak out against toxicity in the online creator space.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest(s): Simon Davies https://www.youtube.com/@MyNameIsSimon88 / https...2023-12-041h 17
Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 16: Sean TankTopYou saw him drop some knowledge in the debut episode of Crossing the Streams, now Sean TankTop joins the Reactorverse podcast for a one on one convo about some of the most famous reaction videos out there: the Game of Thrones Burlington Bar reactions. Sean breaks down his history working at the bar and launching his channel through those electric years of peak Game of Thrones.
Host: Eric Rodriguez https://twitter.com/NerdChronic
Guest: Sean TankTop - https://www.youtube.com/@SeanTanktop
https://www.instagram.com/seantanktop
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 15: Core4VT Reacts' Tobz & JeffComing from the Core4VT couch, Jeff and Tobz join the Reactorverse Podcast this week. Together they have built a dedicated audience of viewers with their passionate and expressive reactions in just a couple of years. Starting during the pandemic era, they’ve found new fandoms in anime and Korean cinema that broaden the possibilities and enjoyment of what they can react to.
Core4VT Reacts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Core4VTReacts
Core4VT Reacts on X/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Core4VTREACTS
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 14: FailWhale34
Coming in from Canada, FailWhale34 makes a splash on the podcast this week. Starting in the early Walking Dead era of reaction videos, FW has established himself as a staple of the reaction community. He talks about his inspirations for starting his channel, what helps keep him motivated and the importance of taking breaks and reassessing your work/life balance when necessary.
FailWhale34 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@failwhale34
FailWhale34 on Twitter: https://twitter.com/failwhaleprod
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 13: Nikki and Steven React's Nikki and StevenComing live (sort of) from their new home and recording space, Nikki and Steven join us on the Reactorverse Podcast this week. Starting with Walking Dead reactions and evolving their channel into a multifaceted communal experience, they share their insight on how they manage their busy lives with family and work.
Nikki & Steven React on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NikkiStevenReact
Nikki & Steven React on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/NikkiSteveReact
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 12: See Jane Go TV's JV and Jane
See Jane Go TV tunes into the Reactorverse this week. Reactor husband and wife duo, JV and Jane, started with vlogs and early trailer reactions while building a life of their own on and off camera. They explain the journey from early vlogging to finding new creative outputs with their various channels today.
See Jane Go TV on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SeeJaneGoTV
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The Reactorverse is a new series hosted by Passionfruit video editor and community organizer, Eric Rodriguez. Every week, he interviews a different YouTube reaction channel who share their...2023-10-091h 03
Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 11: Omn1MediaWe’re joined today by Omn1Media on the podcast. That’s OMNI, not Omn-One or Omni-1!
Listen to how Omni got his start creating content to share his passion that would eventually evolve into a full reaction rotation of material, cementing his voice in the reactor community.
Omn1Media on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Omn1Media
Omn1Media on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/Omn1Media
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 10: Otaku Mai
Joining from Scotland, Otaku Mai is relatively fresh to the reaction scene having started her channel in the 2020 lockdown era. Specializing in anime reactions, she explains how her passion for anime motivated her to find kinship with her audience and elevate her hobby into a successful channel.
Otaku Mai on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@OtakuMai
Otaku Mai on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/OtakuMai1
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The Reactorverse is a new series hosted by Passionfruit video editor and community organizer, Eric Rodriguez. Every week, he interviews a different YouTube reaction channel who...2023-09-1849 min
Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 9: The Normies' Suraj Choudhary
The Normies join the Reactorverse in this episode, being represented by the Normies CEO, Suraj Choudhary. Suraj shares the origins of how the Normies team came together and how they evolved their fun hangout passion of reacting to movies and shows into a legitimate business.
The Normies on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheNormies
The Normies on Twitter: https://twitter.com/The_Normies
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 8: Kat & Sonny's Sonny Olsen
Coming from Denmark, Sonny Olsen joins the Reactorverse today representing the husband and wife team of Kat & Sonny. Eric and Sonny talk about the couple's early years living in Denmark, finding inspiration in the online creator space, maintaining the work/family life balance and even becoming new parents.
Kat & Sonny on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KatSonny
Kat & Sonny on Twitter: https://twitter.com/KatSonny
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 7: Kyle Katarn
Universes collide as Star Wars expert and reactor Kyle Katarn joins the Reactorverse Podcast in this episode. Kyle dives into the history of his love for the series, how he began his reaction career and how he navigates the troubled waters that is the fandom as it stands today.
This interview was filmed prior to the 2023 WGA/SAG-AFTRA strike. We stand in solidarity with the unions in their fight for fair dues.
This interview focuses heavily on the Star Wars brand but is not meant as direct promotion of that material or the studios associated...2023-08-211h 02
Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 6: LM Reactions' Lola & Milena
Coming all the way from Serbia, Lola and Milena of LM Reactions join the podcast today. They will be the first to tell you that they make it up as they go along but in doing so have found their niche and audience who appreciate their highly emotional and honest reactions. Starting with shows like The Walking Dead and The 100, they talk about their journey into the worlds of prestige tv shows and anime and maybe soon movies as well.
LM Reactions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LMReactions
LM Reactions on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LMreaction
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 5: Late to the Party's Robert Montano and Vanessa Fitzsimmons
Late to the Party has arrived into the Reactorverse! Robert and Vanessa join Eric this week on the podcast and talk about the highs and lows of making it as a full time reaction channel. They discuss their love for movies that helped give them their unique flavor, the obstacles that come in the changing landscape of reactions and pull the curtain back behind Robert's recent health scare and how he processed it.
Late to the Party on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LatetotheParty
Late to the Party on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OfficiallyLTTP
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 4: Struggle Nation's MDogg & Struggle Soldier
The Reactorverse ventures into the Struggle Nation this week as Eric is joined by MDogg and Struggle Soldier. The duo talk about the evolution from starting in sketch comedy to their eventual dive into reaction videos. Their passion for comic book films, comedy and horror have established them as one of the most unique channels in the reaction space.
Struggle Nation on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StruggleNation
Struggle Nation on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ecomog
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The Post Credits | Movies, TV Shows, Documentary ReviewsTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 1990s Trilogy & Mutant Mayhem | The Trailer Seekers #3 | LGRNThis show is independent of the studio or production company involved in the content we're reviewing. No financial transactions took place, and it's not promotional. It falls under journalism and entertainment journalism, respecting the SAG-AFTRA Strike. The show focuses on analysis, critique, and criticism. If any SAG-AFTRA performers participate, it aligns with the strike rules. We support the writers and actors affected b the 2023 WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes as their labor is crucial for content creation.
On this episode of The Trailer Seekers, Justin and Eric are breaking down the trailers for the 1990 film Teenage Mutant Ninja...2023-07-3159 min
Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 3: Katie O'ShaughnessyThis week’s episode of Reactorverse is joined by long time Walking Dead expert, Katie O’Shaughnessy.
From starting as a music lover posting concert videos for fun to becoming one of the most expressive voices in the reaction community, Katie has cemented her channel as a go-to-guide for everything related to The Walking Dead.
She chats about her start as fan, the impact her family had on her shared passions and taking her shot to reach out and interact with the cast and crew of her favorite show. Her insight sheds light on how to f...2023-07-241h 23
Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 2: CinePals / CineDesi's Jaby Koay & Achara KirkIn 2006, a channel debuted on YouTube called Jaby Koay, featuring its titular personality performing stunt reels, comedy sketches and the occasional movie review as a way to book potential acting jobs. The movie reviews, he noticed, got a lot more attention and in 2013, he pivoted to making reaction videos, adding cohost Achara Kirk two years later.
Though initially focused on American content, Jaby and Achara found a surprising data point: their audience spiked whenever they reacted to Indian film trailers. Legions of new fans began subscribing to the channel.
In 2017, Jaby and Achara decided to...2023-07-171h 17
The Post Credits | Movies, TV Shows, Documentary ReviewsSecret Invasion | Episodes 1-3 | Spoiler Review | LGRN
Fares and Adelia are joined by Drew Grant and Eric Rodriguez to discuss the first three episodes of Marvel Studios' Secret Invasion, streaming now on Disney+.
Be sure to check out Eric's podcast The Reactorverse https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLHlnLGCoZm5GUKC4XNhJfEXgiM8_LqbSy on @PassionfruitCreators and subscribe so you don't miss new episodes!
Let's Get Ready Network is the place for coverage of all the things you love. On LGRN - Entertainment, we discuss, review, and react to movies, TV, video games, pop culture, and more.
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Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsThe Reactorverse Podcast Ep. 1: The Reel Rejects' Greg Alba
For the debut of Reactorverse, Eric Rodriguez interviews Greg Alba from the Reel Rejects. From his humble beginnings as a receptionist, Alba aimed to do movie reviews and managed to hit it big with reactions. Alba has spent the last eleven years turning Reel Rejects into one of YouTube’s biggest pop culture reaction channels on the Internet today, with over a million subscribers and half a billion views for their TV and movie commentary which includes longtime Reject John Humphrey, newest Reject Coy Jandreau, and many other reoccurring personalities.
The Reel Rejects on Yo...2023-07-101h 43
Passionfruit: Content for CreatorsPassionfruit Presents: The Reactorverse with Eric Rodriguez, Premiering 7/10
Reactions (n): an emerging genre of YouTube videos in which creators film themselves watching and responding to popular tv shows, movies, and trailers.
Jump into The Reactorverse, Passionfruit's new weekly interview series, premiering 7/10. Join veteran video editor Eric Rodriguez every Monday as he hosts an intimate conversation with the biggest names in the Reactor community, diving into the intricacies of their craft and the issues they face as content creators.
Passionfruit is a news and resource hub for creators. We believe content makers deserve a SEAT at the table of Big Tech and social platforms...2023-07-0401 min