Heroes of Cosplay Sanctuary

This week, we'll be giving you a tip each day on Podcasting and just how easy it is to make one right now. You don't need anything fancy t record, just a basic microphone that you can plug into your laptop.  Or even better, you can do everything on your phone: https://anchor.fm/ Anchor allows you to record a podcast anywhere. You can host a publish on a site just like Buzzsprout for very...

Hey everyone, were here!  This is the final episode, and it's been a LOT of fun.  I've enjoyed talking to so many of you this season and I can't wait to get back into recording more. We have a lot to do in the mean time, but we will be back soon with 48 more episodes planned for Season II : Rebirth This episode talks about where we've been and some of the expansive content that...

In this super fan episode, I go over my Cosplay "bucket list" of different characters that I will be working on as time goes on. This is just a fun episode where I more or less geek out and give you a little bit of back story on what motivates me to try and make Cosplays and participate in the Cosplay community. It's a different episode, and a lot more sharing than offering tips and...

This week, we're talking with one of the founding members of the New York Avengers, Jake_Cosplays. Several important subjects come up including keeping yourself safe at Cons and how to maintain a professional attitude towards your hobby. There are mixed feelings when it comes to the 'code of conduct' in Cosplay, especially now that it is more mainstream than it ever has been. How yo...

My next guest is a former athlete, avid collector, and consultant as well as Cosplayer. His extensive collection of statues is amazing! We talk about his collection, Cosplay, inspirations, YouTube Channel, and the guild he is a part of which celebrates everything collectible.  His approach to Cosplay is very positive, and he reminds us that it's all about connection with the fandom and to hav...

Gaining attention in Cosplay.  Do we want to be recognized for what we do? Is it about likes and follows are are we still getting upset about the algorithm?  In this episode we're going to talk about going viral and how it's not the best strategy to being a Cosplayer.  Being consistent and true to yourself is more important that the follower count.  Yes, you've worked hard to curate...

In this episode, we had the opportunity to talk to Cosplay Competitor, Model, and Twitch Affiliate Gamer, Jamie Deroos. We had a fun time talking all things Cosplay and Gaming. Jamie has tremendous insight and her ability to create massive and detailed Cosplays are like no other. She shows true passion and skill in all she does, and we're grateful to have her on the show. She's scaled he...

In this episode we talk about the important topic of handling the Haters out there. I hear it more and more that people need to enforce their negative opinion online, and it's to the point where people are giving up on their passions with Cosplay because of the negative reactions received online. I've had a few myself, and I know far too many people who deal with rude and harassing comme...

First, I'd like to bring your attention to the latest Fundraiser that Lis has started. Please click the link and help her achieve this goal. From her page: "This GoFund me page  will financially assist the Miracle Funds for Jackson Health Foundation. Funds will go towards supplies (PPE - Personal Protective Equipment like masks, gloves, face shields), staff support (including child care)...

My next guest, from Madrid is a talented speaker, maker and cosplayer. She embodies empowerment and covers many tough subjects in her talks including mental health awareness, bullying, and body-shaming. Bringing all of this to light, she has found it a very important mission to bring awareness through cosplay, and to help the community through outreach in every shape and form. In this episode, we...

Not just the process, but yourself. We're talking to MomTheCosplayer in this episode about her passion for Cosplay, and also being a Woman and Mom first. Expressing Fandom is something that can be shared with your family, and with your children.  It's for everyone. There's also a clear message that can be sent with Cosplay - that no matter your body-type, age, color, or anything els...

When I look at how some scale content, I am amazed at their dedication and consistency, and my next guest is truly amazing when it comes to content at scale. Following her passion for the geek culture, she has brought it to life through social media and as a writer for http://www.g33k-hq.com/ Her eye for the geek perspective and immersive viewpoints are both captivating and relate-able. I am very...

When you put on the Cosplay, for everything you put into it - all the details, the time, the money, the energy - make that Cosplay matter. I'm proud to introduce my next guest on the Cast, Dom Charland, such a remarkable individual in everything he does inside and outside of Cosplay.  Listen in for his insights, stories, and hear about the events and massive collaborations that he has orchest...

In this amazing and special Tuesday episode, we're talking to Chelsea, an amazing Cosplayer out of Texas.  She once said, “You never have to ask for permission to follow your dreams.” With that in mind, I’m convinced there’s nothing she can’t do. She balances competition with curating content, working out, and the day-to-day without missing a beat. Chelsea has overcome a lot in her life and h...

This is an episode you will not want to miss. Sam has given back so much to the community, to those around her, and to Cosplayers everywhere.  She is strong, motivational, and stands for what's right. We talk about much of her ongoing work with the New York Avengers, charities, her Business, Blog, and even her Comic Book.  Everything she does, another way to help someone else.  Sam truly make...

Hello Everyone! I hope you're all safe and healthy.  This isn't a complete PSA on what's been going on all over the world, but it is a good time to remember that Cosplay is about Fandom, escape, and FUN.  Remember to have fun. We're going to talk about what happens when they do cancel your convention or when you're not feeling well and you can't make it OR when you&ap...

This week, I'm excited to share with you the many talents of this amazing actress, model, film maker, and cosplayer, Jacobella Luongo. Her stories are fantastic, and she has so much to share.  From her early days in Cosplay, to her online films, to her larger projects, Bella is a coast to coast triple-threat. Having performed in New York and California, she found that Cosplay was not only the...

In Cosplay, and online in general, there's a difference between creating a brand and creating a persona - either for that brand you're creating or for another.   You hear self-branding is everywhere and the best / easiest way to create a "passive income" or build a money-making business for yourself with something that you have a passion for. Become the Influencer. Money aside,...

Storytelling is what it's all about.  You do you. You document your journey. It's not branding, and it's not always cosplay, but the better you get at sharing your unique perspective and story that goes with everything you create and produce for Cosplay, the sooner you'll be finding that tribe of individuals that you know, like and trust and that know, like, and trust you! Join...

In this episode, we're talking to Jeff Jenkins of Jeff Jenkins photography.  He connects with Cosplay through his work, and we discuss how he got started in photography and eventually moved into the Cosplay Photography genre. His shoots are spectacular, and the creativity, planning, and hard work that goes into these amazing shoots always leave us all in awe. He's worked with many amazin...

In this very special Valentine's Day episode, we're talking to the multi-talented ValentineCosplays. From Vancouver, her many talents include acting, singing, creating content, sewing, crafting, makeup, wigs, and understanding the characters. Lucy Valentine does it all and keeps getting better and better with every post and every new project. We're very excited to share her tips, tr...

Friends and CosplayFam I'm very pleased to bring to you a very special interview with the Marvelous, Mysterious, Enchanting, and Astonishing Cumbermatch. A humble artist and performer from the UK, he handles his fame across social media with grace, with over a 2.5 million likes on TikTok, and 300,000 followers grown in a very short time.  We touch on a lot of subjects, and you'll get to...

In this episode, we're covering the controversial topics of other people's opinions and how it can influence your choices - not just online, but in everything you decide to do with Cosplay. I've seen and heard about people quitting Cosplay because of what other people think about what they do. I've seen them stop with certain types of content or just look for likes and only pos...

I'm very pleased to welcome to the show CodenameCitadel. I'm excited to share her story with you, and all of our Q & A from the show - it was such a great conversation. She's so positive, and so accomplished, and she does so much with Cosplay for fans and for the community - raising money for charities, awareness for many causes.  She's been on several Panels including NYCC...

Your following doesn't matter.  At least, not in the sense that continuing to create content just to get like and follows is relevant to existence. You may do this full time, and you need to stay in the social media game to keep your Merch sales going, but for Cosplay in general - you wear a lot of different hats (sometimes literally) and if you keep trying to grow for the sake of growing (to...