The Owl’s Nest with Deric Kennedy: Recent Episodes
Deric Kennedy
Summer is here, and… Not much to do except listen to a few Cardinal Conversations! In this episode I look back at the app interviews with Erin Roth Thomas, and my fellow pop-culture colleague, Hannah Trahan!
Summer is almost here (and so is graduation, no doubt), so in this episode, I introduced another member of my pop-culture colleagues, Austen, Alford, talk about the excitement of watching the fall, Guy movie, the debut season of the United Football League, and not only gave you my take on X-Men ‘97, but gave you my top five reactors of this month!
What a time to be alive…for season five! In this episode, I introduced 2 new members of my group, take a stroll down memory lane with my very first cardinal conversation, and… I found a new anime that I’ve enjoyed!
Now that I’m getting over my Super Bowl hangover, it’s great to end this season on a high note. In this episode, I’m not only talk about the Super Bowl, but also the Mardi Gras fundraiser from the Texarkana Regional Chorale, and I have a very special Season 5 announcement that you can’t miss!
As 2023 comes to a close, there is very much I can say about this year…but strangely, I’m short on time! In this episode, synth pop is becoming awesome with 2 groups I’m listening to, talk about one of the best moments in college football bowl game history, remember those that we’ve lost this year in the entertainment world, and my parting words for the new year.
Christmas is just days away, so let this episode get you into the holiday mood! I talk about NCIS: Sydney, have a cardinal conversation with Erin Thomas about our favorite Christmas songs, and share what games to watch during the Christmas season!
In this episode, it’s time to give thanks-friends, family, a roof over your head, and, of course, lots and lots of entertainment! I’ll talk about the Welcome to Wrexham season finale, give my takes on both NFL football as well as the Survivor Series!
Halloween is upon us so here’s what I’m hooting about in this episode: I list the best Criminal Minds Halloween episodes, talk about the 20th anniversary of the Underworld franchise, and the new season of SyFy’s SurrealEstate, and my fellow pop culture colleague Hannah Trahan returns as she and I talk about 5 Night at Freddy’s, and the War of the Worlds!
I don’t know about you, but I’m getting a little weary of this Texas summer… On the bright side, who loves having a return guest? I do, and on this episode, Audrey Johnson joins me as we discuss her new project, I share my excitement about a couple of games that are on my radar, and celebrate 20 years of NCIS!
Summer’s almost done, so now (unfortunately for some) it’s time to go back to school! In this episode, I talk about the two American Gladiators documentaries, the talked about My Adventures with Superman on Cartoon Network’s Adult Swim, and I name two members of my Mount Rushmore of Sports Radio!
Time to celebrate our country’s history with a little food, fun, and a lot of movie marathons! In this episode, I talk about the summer’s wrestling tradition, the Great American Bash, what to watch on TV, the movies, or if baseball, I go off script about July 4th Traditions , and my review of Neo Izanagi starring Hikaru Shida!
Independence Day weekend is almost here, at after a nice little birthday break, I’ve got them a lot to talk about it! Do USFL championship game, my take on the new Spider-Man animated movie, what to do for Independence Day next week and sharing with you my favorite Youtubers this month!
Summer will be starting soon, but the how and where you’ll spend it is up to you! In this episode, I go off script about get togethers and road trips, The XFL Championship game, I share a story about the Preakness Stakes, I gave an interview with the owner of Summerhill Nutrition, and I gave my two cents about the NBA draft combine as well as saying a fond farewell to NCIS: Los Angeles and The Flash.
As graduation approaches, I state my case concerning my favorite graduation episodes, movies, and songs, plus a law and order crossover to end the season, XFL championship game review, and I share a very special message for those who are graduating this year!
New season, same Owl! The new season starts when I talk about the momentum of spring football, March Madness winding down, Michelle Yeoh’s return to Star Trek, my excitement for Air and the Super Mario Bros. Movie, Maurice Bernard’s State of Mind, and I go off script talking about community block parties
It’s Season Finale time (as well as Spring Break), and I’m saving the best for last! Audrey Johnson chats with me about Of Thee I Sing, plus I talk all things XFL, and March Madness!
Super Sunday approaches, I’ll give you my take on the before and after the Super Bowl, my thoughts on the halftime show, commercials, and most importantly, the XFL and NBA All-Star weekend!
After a three week break, it’s good to finally release another episode. And this one I talk about the last of us, the epic NCIS three show crossover, The CW going into sports, and it’s almost opening night!
In this last part, I’ll take a look back at what was good – mostly – in this year and look forward to 2023!
Congratulations! You’ve just gotten through hours of shopping, school work, and cooking. Now is the time for you to relax and watch your favorite Christmas specials, because in this episode not only do I share my favorite specials but I get to have guests and tell me what theirs are as well!
In this 2 part episode, the holiday season begins, and we can’t help but feel grateful for a lot of things… especially holiday specials, plus I interview Hollis Thompson and give you my spoiler free review of the first 3 episodes of Criminal Minds: Evolution!
In this bonus episode, I introduced a brand new segment called Opening Night, in which one of the stars of the play Tartuffe gives a rapid (but detailed) description of what the play is all about!
Halloween is next week, but you don’t have to wait to get all your scares in. In this episode I give my opinion on Halloween three season of the witch, an NBA Halloween treat, and… A special surprise!
The fall TV series is here, and I’ll talk about my excitement for the new shows, including the new 16th season of Criminal Minds called Evolution, plus the song the summer(and fall) of 2022 will be announced, and I look forward to a couple of games as well!
As everyone is going back to school, they’re making their last bit of summer energy count towards Labor Day weekend! In this episode I talk about what I’ve done during the summer, and looking forward to fall and especially Halloween!
Summer is in full swing, and so is the July 4th weekend! In this episode, I talk about The Boys, Sharknado, Major League Baseball, and the Dream Team! Also, I’m debuting a new feature for the show!
In this episode, two very important occasions are in session – graduation and TV renewals! Also, I’ll talk about the sequel Top Gun:Maverick, a new doc series TNT, and a different kind of dog show on ABC!
So… what’s up in this episode? Oh, not much: I talk about my excitement for the United States Football League’s rebirth, I talked about FBI: Most Wanted and it’s newest star, Dylan McDermott, and… I like to share some Saturday morning memories!
On location in New York City, season three starts with a nice little vacation… Or is it? In this episode, I talk about my trip that includes going to the Nintendo New York store, seeing a Broadway show, and being serenaded by singing waiters! They say New York is the city that never sleeps, and by the end of my trip, they weren’t kidding!
In the season finale, Super Sunday and the Olympic Games are in full swing, and I’m very excited about this year’s halftime show, and I’ve always found redemption to be cool, especially in sports!
If you’re done shopping, wrapping up all the presents, and even putting together a Christmas dinner, It’s time to relax with a little sports, specials, and sometime in the squared circle!
Here we go again! Halloween is almost here, and I’ve got some scary stuff to share… Movies, books, TV shows and a Cowboys game!
In this episode, it's time to fall into Fall, and (once again) it's time for that well-deserved shift from the heat of summer to the falling leaves and the cool breeze, and preparing for Halloween!
In this short episode, September 11 is this weekend and I share where I was and my reaction to this terrible day.
July 4 is over, and now it’s time to settle in until Fall. In this episode I talk about the upcoming black widow release, a spectator free Olympics, and a special surprise I’d like to share!
The July 4 weekend is here, and I not only talk about what to do for this weekend but I also talk about the youth movement in the Olympic trials!
Memorial Day is this weekend, but also one of the great American races, The Indianapolis 500, is making tracks this Sunday. I sit down with Hazel Cotton as she gladly gives me a history lesson (or two).
Well, here I go again with another clip show! Enjoy the interviews I had with Erin Thomas and Hannah Trahan as we talk gaming, Halloween, and dogs!
The NCAA tournament has already started, but in this episode I talk about the mid-majors and the upsets, plus I’d like to address a serious issue involving fans!
Wear your favorite green outfit and grab a mug of your favorite green drink, because St. Patrick’s Day is almost upon us!
Time to kick off the new season when I talk to Erin Thomas, as well as a new segment called Musical Memories.
Valentine’s Day is this Sunday, so get ready for some romance, or a boatload of chocolates!
The Super Bowl is almost here, and I will share you what I like about the Super Bowl from the commercials to entertainment!
Time to say goodbye to the year as we look forward to 2021! Listen in as I give you what to watch for on New Year’s Eve, give you my reflections, and my resolutions for the new year.
In this episode, I share my Christmas favorites from movies, TV shows, specials, and my pop culture colleagues share some of their Christmas memories!
Turkey day is almost here, so it’s time to talk about the 3 F’s: Food, Football, and Family Fun!
Halloween is almost here and once again I and my fellow pop culture colleague Hannah Trahan will share our favorite costumes, candies, and scary movies!
As Summer ends, it’s time to get warmed up for Fall! Here I talk about what to watch (and listen) during the fall season. (Apple Cider and a warm snack are recommended for this episode!)
I talk with Erin Roth Thomas about her opera moments, her love for retro gaming, and of course, her pet dog Reggie!
The Independence Day weekend is almost here, and yours truly thinks it’s time to focus on the three F’s: food, fireworks, and family...and marathons!
In this episode, I talk to Haley Patillo Thompson about our favorite music and movies and trade concert stories!