The Dragon Con Report

The road to Dragon Con 2016 starts here! The big event is nearly eight months away, but it is never too early to plan. Mike, Mike, Darren, MaryLou Who, Nikki Rau-Baker, Eternal Zan, and Dakoma Sanchez discuss what makes the Dragon so special as it celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. Table of Contents 0:00:00 Show Open, Dragon Con 2016 Welcome Update 0:43:47 Eternal Zan Dragon Con Parade 0:5...

It has been a month since the big event and the survivors gather to tell tales of the amazing weekend that was Dragon Con 2015. Mike, Mike, Darren, MaryLouWho, Michelle Biddix-Simmons, Kevin Batchelder, Eternal Zan, Robert Young, and Bewitched Raven report on the highlights. As the recovery for this year’s con ends, the preparation for Dragon Con 2016 begins… Table of Contents 0:00:00 Show Open, D...

Time’s up! The big event is only a couple of weeks away! Mike, Mike, Darren, and MaryLouWho are joined by Nikki Rau-Baker, Michelle Biddix-Simmons, Eternal Zan, and Bewitched Raven to go over the latest news, some last minute tips, and what each is looking forward to this year. Let’s get ready to rumble! We look forward to seeing you at the con! Table of Contents 0:00:00 Show Open, News, Party Upd...

Behold, the penultimate pre-Dragon Con 2015 report! Mike, Mike, Darren, and Mary Lou Who update you on the latest news and four track directors make their ESO debut. Costuming Track Director Lee Cox, Silk Road Track Director Kira Lang, Apocalypse Rising Track Director Shannon Chestnut, and Science Fiction Literature Track Director Sue Phillips all preview the panels and events they will be hosting...

There’s a little over two months left until Dragon Con 2015. Yes folks, the sh*t just got real! Mike, Mike, Darren, and Mary Lou Who are here to help with the latest news and announcements. Michelle Biddix-Simmons offers encouraging words for those who may have hit a wall. Eternal Zan has updates on hotel info. Bewitched Raven takes us behind the scenes of group photo shoots. And we are honored to...

Warning!!! Dragon Con 2015 is fast approaching! Collision imminent in less than 100 days! Learn how to protect yourself from con disaster from the ESO crew. Mike and Mike get the latest news from Director of Media Relations, Dan Carroll. Darren Nowell uncovers some spots of solace away from the madding crowds. Kevin Batchelder provides pointers on dealing with the mass in transit. Michelle Biddix-...

Only a little over 100 days left until Dragon Con 2015! Mike, Mike, and Darren help easy the pressure by informing you of the latest news and announcements. Michelle Biddix-Simmons warns of the dangers of stressing out too soon, Kevin Batchelder has some helpful hints on how to participate on panels, Bewitched Raven reveals where her costume ideas come from, and Eternal Zan suggests some ideas on...

Spring is here and for many of us it means that Dragon Con 2015 is less than 150 days away! Don’t worry! Mike, Mike, Darren Nowell, MaryLouWho, and Nikki Rau-Baker will keep you company while you panic! Luckily, we chat with the recently defrosted Kevin Batchelder about what’s new for newbies, Michelle Biddix-Simmons has some calorie-counting tips for costumers, Eternal Zan has some hotel info and...

We’re approaching the half-way point to Dragon Con 2015 and at the rate this year seems to be passing, we’ll be drinking Buckets o’ Rum in no time! Mike, Mike, Darren Nowell, and MaryLouWho present the latest news and announcements. “Eternal” Zan provides a glimpse into the Eternal Members club. Michelle Biddix-Simmons provides some tips on avoiding fear and stress, and Bewitched Raven helps plan...

Last year’s con ended five months ago and we sincerely hope you’ve fully recovered because it is time to prepare for Dragon Con 2015! Mike, Mike, Darren, MaryLouWho, and Nikki return with some new friends to help guide you through the months ahead. Michelle Biddix-Simmons helps us shape up in mind, body, and spirit, Zan lays out the current hotel options, and Bewitched Raven has some helpful costu...

This year’s Dragon Con was the biggest ever and survivors Mike, Mike, Darren, and MaryLouWho tell tales of the longest con weekend in 2014. Plus, we have reports from Kevin Bachelder, Michelle Biddix-Simmons, and the still-pregnant costumer Nicole. And a special guest appearance by The Phantom Troublemaker! The perfect podcast for anyone suffering from Post Dragon Con Depression. We want to hear f...

Dragon Con 2014 is nearly upon us! Amidst the panic and chaos, Mike and Mike offer some last minute announcements and tips courtesy of MaryLouWho, Darren Nowell (with Neon), Nikki Rau-Baker, and Kevin Bacheldor. Plus, a pre-con check in with Director of Media Relations, Dan Carroll and the super Dan Kelley joins us for our Cosplay Snapshot. Bartender, start pouring that rum! We’ll be there before...

ESO presents the penultimate special before the big event! With less than thirty days until Dragon Con, Mike, Mike, Darren, and Mary overstuff this episode with information and guests. The Directors for Alternate History Track, BritTrack, and the Comic and Pop Art area give us a preview of their schedules. Kevin Bachelder lets the newbies know where to go, Zan has some last minute budget costume i...

Dragon Chon is only two months away! Mike, Mike, Darren, and MaryLouWho check in with the hotel situation. Darren issues a harsh warning, Zan Bowden lets us know what to do with what’s left, and Kevin Batchelder has suggestions for the best ways to get around. Star Wars Track Director Brandy Roatsey previews a long list of programming in a panel room not so far away, and our Cosplay Snapshot catch...

Dragon Con is less than 100 days away and Mike, Mike, Darren, and Mary are here to help! We’ve got the latest news, notes, and guest announcements, along with an in-depth discussion about whether or not the show is “family friendly.” Michelle Biddix-Simmons stops by the station to let us know there’s still time to “Drop by Dragon Con” and Kevin Batchelder introduces newbies to the all-important Po...