The Godfathers of Podcasting
Donnie DaSilva and Chris Tidwell have been podcasting since before podcasting was called podcasting! This show features hilarious insight and poignant social commentary on whatever is going on in the world each week. We also feature the best interviews around! We chat with Hollywood actors, iconic musicians, killer comedians, profound activists, professional athlete, inspiring authors and more! Follow us on IG @GODFATHERSOFPODCASTING @GODFATHERDONNIE @NOTORIOUSTID Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-godfathers-of-podcasting--4303576/support.
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April 19, 2024 • 73 mins
This week, the Godfathers welcome one of the loudest voices in metal, the front man for both Drowning Pool and SOiL, Ryan McCombs!
Ryan has an interesting story in the music world. He started out as the singer of Nu Metal band SOiL before decided to leave in 2004. A year later, the band Drowning Pool (known for their mega smash hit "Bodies") was in need of a new front man after singer Dave Williams passed away. So Ryan stepped in...
Ryan has an interesting story in the music world. He started out as the singer of Nu Metal band SOiL before decided to leave in 2004. A year later, the band Drowning Pool (known for their mega smash hit "Bodies") was in need of a new front man after singer Dave Williams passed away. So Ryan stepped in...
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April 12, 2024 • 71 mins
Well just a few weeks ago, we had former member of this show Dan-e-o on as a guest because he had just released a killer new single. Well..... last week Dan-e-o released ANOTHER banger, so we said let's bring him back!
Dan's new track is called "Like We" and features Juno winning reggae artist Blessed. This song is absolute fire. Dan joins Donnie and Tid to talk about the process of putting this track together, and the thought th...
Dan's new track is called "Like We" and features Juno winning reggae artist Blessed. This song is absolute fire. Dan joins Donnie and Tid to talk about the process of putting this track together, and the thought th...
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April 12, 2024 • 86 mins
It's WrestleMania week, and this week The Godfathers of Podcasting do a deep dive on everything WrestleMania XL related. Donnie and Tid preview the Hall Of Fame inductions on Friday, the NXT PLE Saturday and the two nights of WrestleMania! Joining the boys to help out with all that is this week's guest - renowned wrestling podcaster / host of Sunday Night's Main Event on TSN radio - Boris Roberto Aguilar!
If your're a WWE fan - ...
If your're a WWE fan - ...
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March 15, 2024 • 52 mins
Donnie and Tid are The Godfathers Of Podcasting - and this week they're joined by another Godfather! It's reality TV star, Godfrey Mangwiza! You've seen him on Big Brother Canada, Bachelor in Paradise Canada and other shows. He's also a part of the Celebrity Net Fights events where he gets into a ring, and challenges other Reality TV stars to some hard hitting pro boxing action!
All of you BBCan fans won't be disappointed, bec...
All of you BBCan fans won't be disappointed, bec...
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February 24, 2024 • 76 mins
Well it's the Nocka, the Chizrocka ... it's Canadian Hip Hop Legend - Choclair! Yes, Choclair joins The Godfathers Of Podcasting this week, and he's comin down with The Northern Touch!
On this episode, Choclair talks about his start in the music biz, the struggles young artists face today, gatekeeping fans, the people who hate Beyonce's new country song, and more! Oh, and by the way, Choclair is a huge WWE fan - so of course, we h...
On this episode, Choclair talks about his start in the music biz, the struggles young artists face today, gatekeeping fans, the people who hate Beyonce's new country song, and more! Oh, and by the way, Choclair is a huge WWE fan - so of course, we h...
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February 16, 2024 • 55 mins
The Godfathers Of Podcasting are back with another great episode! This week they are joined by singer / songwriter / rapper / entrepreneur - Xentury!
Just last week, the guys were joined by Dan-e-o who talked about Xentury being featured on his new single. Well, THIS week Xentury dropped a new single of her own titled Water.
Xentury is talented, hilarious and a lot of fun! Don't miss this one!
Check out Xentury's new track "Wate...
Just last week, the guys were joined by Dan-e-o who talked about Xentury being featured on his new single. Well, THIS week Xentury dropped a new single of her own titled Water.
Xentury is talented, hilarious and a lot of fun! Don't miss this one!
Check out Xentury's new track "Wate...
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February 9, 2024 • 75 mins
The Godfathers are back -- ALL of them! Yes, this week, one of the founders of the program is back on the show as our featured guest. Donnie and Tid are joined by Canadian Hip Hop legend - their bro Dan-e-o.
Dan is busy promoting his latest single that drops TODAY entitled Cleanse My Soul (available on all streaming platforms.
In this family reunion, Dan talks about the song writer process for this single, as well as his entire al...
Dan is busy promoting his latest single that drops TODAY entitled Cleanse My Soul (available on all streaming platforms.
In this family reunion, Dan talks about the song writer process for this single, as well as his entire al...
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February 4, 2024 • 63 mins
Donnie and Tid are back, and they are happy to welcome singer/songwriter Cassie DaSilva back to the show. She just released the first single of her new EP and it's called "Part Of The Club".
In this interview Cassie talks about being a full blown Swiftie, her love for a particular snack, her song writing process, and a lot more! Check out this great visit with a future superstar!
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In this interview Cassie talks about being a full blown Swiftie, her love for a particular snack, her song writing process, and a lot more! Check out this great visit with a future superstar!
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January 19, 2024 • 67 mins
Last week Donnie went to the Comedy Bar in Toronto to see our pal Joey Medina perform. He also got to see this week's amazing guest! Comedian Paula Bel is an absolute beauty! She is a no-holds-barred, raunchy, off colour, comedic menace ... and we love her!
Tid checked out her work, and instantly became a fan, and the guys were thrilled to have her on this week! This is a hilarious episode that should NOT be missed!
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Tid checked out her work, and instantly became a fan, and the guys were thrilled to have her on this week! This is a hilarious episode that should NOT be missed!
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January 6, 2024 • 61 mins
Happy New Year everyone! The Godfathers are here to kick off 2024, and they decided to do it with one of their favourite guests - Comedian / award-winning filmmaker Joey Medina!
Join Donnie and Tid as they hang out with their pal Joey for an hour and talk about his newest film, his thoughts on current events and more! If you're in the Greater Toronto Area, Joey will be taping a brand new comedy special on Jan 11th at the Comedy Ba...
Join Donnie and Tid as they hang out with their pal Joey for an hour and talk about his newest film, his thoughts on current events and more! If you're in the Greater Toronto Area, Joey will be taping a brand new comedy special on Jan 11th at the Comedy Ba...
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December 22, 2023 • 66 mins
The Godfathers are here with the final episode of 2023, and they have a killer guest to cap off the year! He is Canadian entertainment royalty! A long time part of the Degrassi franchise - he is an actor, director and producer: Stefan Brogren.
We talk to Stefan about his recent induction to Canada's Walk of Fame, the new film he directed that just came out, possible discussions of a new Degrassi series - and more!
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We talk to Stefan about his recent induction to Canada's Walk of Fame, the new film he directed that just came out, possible discussions of a new Degrassi series - and more!
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Be...
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December 21, 2023 • 50 mins
This week The Godfathers welcome back to the show the newly crowned THREE TIME Canadian Women’s Boxing Champion – Scarlett Delgado!
Hot off a great weekend where she dominated three fights to claim the title, Scarlett is now prepping for the world qualifies so that she can represent Canada at the Olympics next Summer!
As always, we have lots of laughs, and Scarlett is an amazing guest! Don’t miss it!
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Hot off a great weekend where she dominated three fights to claim the title, Scarlett is now prepping for the world qualifies so that she can represent Canada at the Olympics next Summer!
As always, we have lots of laughs, and Scarlett is an amazing guest! Don’t miss it!
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December 8, 2023 • 88 mins
When you talk about powerhouse social media influencers within Canada, you HAVE to talk about Jacqui Childs. Millions of loyal followers across her platforms come to her for information about cannabis, mental health, or whatever is on her mind.
Jacqui first gained fame as a member of the Naked News, and the last time she was on our show, she was promoting her highly successful OnlyFans account. Recently she made the announcement t...
Jacqui first gained fame as a member of the Naked News, and the last time she was on our show, she was promoting her highly successful OnlyFans account. Recently she made the announcement t...
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December 1, 2023 • 75 mins
Donnie and Tid are back with another killer episode! This week they sit and chat with a true icon in the music world - and a certified legend amongst DJs everywhere. If Donnie and Tid are The Godfathers Of Podcasting, then DJ Starting From Scratch is easily one of the godfathers of DJing.
This man who has worked with names like Usher, Kanye, Drake, Russell Peters and more takes time out to hang out and do a deep dive on his come ...
This man who has worked with names like Usher, Kanye, Drake, Russell Peters and more takes time out to hang out and do a deep dive on his come ...
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November 10, 2023 • 65 mins
This week Donnie and Tid welcome an actual member of Donnie's family to the show. Humberto Da Silva has just released his first book "Compassion Fatigue" and since Donnie is his cousin, he invited him on to the show to talk about it.
Compassion Fatigue is a collection of vivid short stories that are well worth the time investment. In this interview, Berto talks about his writing process, the future for young authors in AI world, ...
Compassion Fatigue is a collection of vivid short stories that are well worth the time investment. In this interview, Berto talks about his writing process, the future for young authors in AI world, ...
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November 4, 2023 • 69 mins
For parts of five decades - this week's guest, Hal Johnson, has been the face of fitness for Canadians.
You've seen his long running series "BodyBreak" that he starred in with his wife Joanne McLeod where they encouraged Canadians to keep fit and have fun.
This week, Hal joins Donnie and Tid for his record FIFTH appearance on this show. He talks a lot about his incredible activity schedule, what he's been up to - and as usual - he ...
You've seen his long running series "BodyBreak" that he starred in with his wife Joanne McLeod where they encouraged Canadians to keep fit and have fun.
This week, Hal joins Donnie and Tid for his record FIFTH appearance on this show. He talks a lot about his incredible activity schedule, what he's been up to - and as usual - he ...
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October 29, 2023 • 51 mins
This week Donnie and Tid are thrilled to welcome the NCAA Northeast Conference coach of the year, and the only Canadian head coach in NCAA basketball! From Stonehill University (Division 1), it's Chris Kraus. Chris is a long time friend of the show and he talks to the guys about his amazing career. From what initially inspired him to get into coaching, to the amazing run he's been on for over a decade. Sadly, between issues w...
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October 13, 2023 • 69 mins
This week Donnie and Tid share the story of a woman living her dream. Tiffany Fabiani auditioned twice for The Voice and didn't make the cut. She wanted to give up on her dream of being a professional musician, but her loving husband convinced her to stick with it - and it's a good thing he did.
Just a few weeks ago, Tiffany released her first single as the lead singer of her new band "Enemy Of Fate". The song titled "Dear Dad" i...
Just a few weeks ago, Tiffany released her first single as the lead singer of her new band "Enemy Of Fate". The song titled "Dear Dad" i...
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October 6, 2023 • 69 mins
This week Donnie and Tid are back and have a super fun episode for you! Our featured guest is a long time entertainment journalist, and the king of reality TV - Murtz Jaffer. Murtz has some great stories including the time he pulled a scam to get up close and personal with Donald Trump.
The guys also talk about some big stories from the past week including the passing of an NFL legend, controversy surrounding the end of the writer...
The guys also talk about some big stories from the past week including the passing of an NFL legend, controversy surrounding the end of the writer...
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September 22, 2023 • 82 mins
Last week, Donnie and Tid welcomed a reality TV star, and this week they welcome another. From Big Brother Season 24 - it's the Butcher Goddess Nicole Layog!
Nicole talks openly about her time on the show, as well as the struggles she had reintegrating into regular life after. She's a former police officer, an executive chef, and recently she got connected with an independent wrestling company in Florida, and she may even be loo...
Nicole talks openly about her time on the show, as well as the struggles she had reintegrating into regular life after. She's a former police officer, an executive chef, and recently she got connected with an independent wrestling company in Florida, and she may even be loo...
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