STREAMVILLE PODCAST: We Review. You Stream.

With the US on fire due to a global pandemic, police brutality, riots and protest. Shad and Marcus stand in solidarity... on the RIGHT side of history and talk about their experiences and the murder of George Floyd by now ex-police officer Derrick Chauvin and the continued injustices that infect so many lives of people of color. The two make sure to SAY THEIR NAMES and encourage listeners to say their names as well. Action is necessary at this juncture so donate, sign petitions and vote to make the necessary, permanent change. Streaming platforms like Netflix's Black Lives Matter Collection, Prime Video's Amplifying Black Voices, HBO's Celebrating Black Voices and Hulu's Black Stories are highlighting more black films and documentaries to showcase the African American struggle, triumphs and systemic racism. Spike Lee has always held his finger on the pulse of injustice with films like, Do The Right Things and The Black Klansman so the two review the new Netflix release of Da 5 Bloods, Directed by Spike Lee, starring Delroy Lindo as Paul, Jonathan Majors as David, Clarke Peters as Otis, Norm Lewis as Eddie, Isiah Whitlock Jr. as Melvin and Chadwick Boseman as Norman Earl "Stormin' Norman" Holloway. You DO NOT want to miss this POWERFUL episode 5 of Streamville so tune in to hear their review and why BLACK LIVES MATTER.

In Episode 4 Shad and Marcus briefly run through the streaming news where they chat about The Snider cut of Justice League, The Witcher, starring Henry Cavill, 1917, Quibi's docuseries Blackballed and the number one Netflix movie starring Issa Rae, Lovebirds.    From there the two review the Netflix hit, Ozark. Staring, Laura Linney and Jason Bateman as accountant Marty Byrd. The show takes place in a quiet rural vacation town but things aren't so quiet and the Byrds find themselves right in the thick of it laundering money and trying to get a stronghold in the crime business. Season three doesn't disappoint, so tune in to their review to hear how the Byrds gain Money, Power and Respect!

There is a lot going on in the streaming world ladies and gentleman. What better way to keep listeners informed with the latest than by introducing a new segment called, STREAMING NEWS! In this episode, Shad and Marcus examine the latest in TV and Film such as the upcoming launch of HBO Max (formerly HBO Now), a new mobile only based streaming platform Quibi and The Rock's (Dewayne Johnson) blockbuster deal with Netflix for a superhero movie alongside Emily Blunt.   Next, they take a deep dive into the Netflix action-thriller hit, EXTRACTION. This is the story of a fearless black market mercenary sent on a one man rescue mission, starring Chris Hemsworth, written by Joe Russo of the Russo Brothers and directed by Sam Hargrave. Tune in for an 'all out' review as Shad and Marcus breakdown in detail, why this adrenaline-pumped action film has viewers clamoring for more!

After the successful launch of their new podcast, "WELCOME TO STREAMVILLE", the duo keeps things rolling with a special quarantine edition for Episode 2!    Recording remotely from their homes, Shad and Marcus encourage their listeners to abide by social distancing guidelines and stay safe during the Coronavirus pandemic. Let's be Smart!   Now in this episode, our new content creators discuss and review Amazon Prime Video hit series, "HUNTERS" starring Al Pacino and executive produced by Jordan Peele.    Hear the Podcasters share their takes and opinions on cast performances, key scenes, set design, cinematography and whether or not you should stream it! As with their first episode, spoilers are a part of show, so you've been warned! So tune in and enjoy the episode... it's only a click away. 

In this inaugural episode of STREAMVILLE, new content creators Shadner Ifrene & Marcus Smith introduce themselves to the world of podcasting. The duo also share their affinity for content and entertainment with 'streaming' as the new medium of choice.   The men detail the backstory and concept behind their new podcast, shed light on their own backgrounds and discuss how TV viewership has trended towards subscription-based streaming platforms. From Netflix to Hulu, Amazon Prime to Disney+, the Streamville hosts examine the sudden explosion of movies and TV shows now available while consumers appear to benefit the most as streaming giants battle for dominance. Listeners beware as spoilers abound in this new podcast. The two sit down and review in detail the new Apple TV+ series SEE, starring Jason Momoa. Their provided hot takes and opinions range from show style, writing, cinematography, cast performances, originality and whether or not a show is worth checking out. SO... Stay tuned in!