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We’re just a day away from Dragon Con 2025, and who better to help us prepare than Regina, Senior Director of Programming? In this episode, Jon and Leigh discuss with Regina everything from App updates to self-care, blood drives to mental health, and charity to volunteers. This year’s official partner is NAMI Georgia . Every dollar donated is matched by Dragon Con up to $150,000. Give at the chari...

In this episode, Jon and Leigh chat with the Dragon Con Theater and Performing Arts Lovers ( LinkTree ) community leaders Sarah Rose, Leanne, and Christine, who share how the group went from a simple idea to one of the most vibrant creative corners of the con. Highlights for 2025 include: Subspace Rhapsody Picture Show – A shadowcast of the Strange New Worlds musical episode. Sing-Along Pane...

Dragon Con is a family affair- and nowhere is that clearer than the Kids Track . In this episode, Jon and Leigh sit down with track director Jonathan to explore the wide range of programming designed for families. Highlights include: Arts & crafts, storytelling, board game design workshops, and a post-parade play area for little ones to burn off energy. The beloved Fort-Building Contest , a Fa...

The Alternate & Historical Fiction Track is one of Dragon Con’s most eclectic offerings- part book club, part costume party, part history lesson, and all fun. In this episode, Jon and Leigh highlight the track’s 2025 programming with its director, Liz. Highlights this year include: Dragon Con History Panels – nostalgic looks back at the con’s early days. “Mrs. Roper 101” – fixing the generatio...

If Dragon Con is your kind of happy chaos, Disability Services is the part that keeps it manageable. In this episode, Alex and Todd explain how to get an assessment, what the sticker system covers (seat‑in‑line/end‑of‑row, wheelchair seating, proximity, sightline), safe‑spaces for service dogs, and the medical tag. They also outline realities in the big rooms: line caps with tickets, one companion...

In this episode, Jon and Leigh are joined by track director Carol, who takes us on a tour of what’s in store for the Urban Fantasy Track at Dragon Con this year. You won’t want to miss great events like the Buffy Horror Picture Show (now with two back-to-back showings) or when Charming Disaster brings their gothic-inspired music to the stage. This year’s guest list is stacked, featuring stars from...

Leigh and Jon are joined by fan favorite and 20+ year Dragon Con attendee Eternal Zan. Zan has spent years helping fans decode hotel blocks, shuttle routes, app quirks, and the ever-expanding schedule that makes Dragon Con both magical and overwhelming. In this episode we cover: Survival strategies for navigating the con hotels Balancing panels, cosplay, and parties (without burning out) How the D...

Jon and Leigh suit up with Karen and James from Dragon Con’s Military Sci-Fi Media Track to talk about all the out-of-this-world programming coming in 2025. From the track’s Stargate origins to its expanded lineup covering Babylon 5 , Firefly , The Orville , Farscape , Halo , and more, this episode is loaded with panel previews, fan-favorite guests, and behind-the-scenes stories. You’ll hear about...

In this episode, Jon and Leigh chat with Beau Brown and Brodrick Jones , who take us from their first days as a teenage puppeteers to producing late-night puppet slams that draw standing-room-only crowds. The Puppetry Track events this year, include: Muppetology Panels featuring Dave Goelz (Gonzo) and Bill Barretta (Pepe the King Prawn) Ultimate Ninja Puppet Warrior competitions. The Shadow Puppet...

Dragon Con isn’t just panels and cosplay—it’s also about breaking bread (or bao buns) with friends old and new. In this episode, Jon and Leigh break down the some of the best places to grab a bite, host a meetup, or simply recharge your social battery. Leave us a voicemail:  (813) 321-0884 Shop The Unique Geek Suggest a 50 Days Podcast Idea Be sure to check out our  Facebook social media thin...

In this episode, Jon and Leigh chat with Dr. Vaughn, assistant director of the Dragon Con Science Track. Vaughn literally wrote his PhD dissertation on Dragon Con. Vaughn offers a deep look into how science has become such an accessible and joyful part of the Dragon Con experience. With panels covering topics such as Science vs. Movies, microbiology, space travel, and why your cheese addiction mig...

Sue from the Science Fiction Literature Track joins Leigh and Jon to unpack the universe of panels, authors, and literary geekery headed to Dragon Con 2025. This year’s spotlight is on military science fiction, but that’s just a launchpad into a multiverse of storytelling styles—from hard science to space fantasy. We dive into the world of cross-media series like The Expanse , unpack the rise of s...

In this episode of 50 Days of Dragon Con , Leigh and Jon welcome Beth, director of the Silk Road Track, for a tour of one of the con’s most vibrant cultural showcases. The Silk Road track covers everything from martial arts and origami to anime legends… and K-dramas. This year will feature four-hour K-pop dance party with dual DJs AND blinky things… all for charity! They discus the 60t...

In this episode of 50 Days of Dragon Con , Leigh and Jon sit down with Max, Director of The Daily Dragon – Dragon Con’s official news and schedule update source. In both print and digital form, the Daily Dragon delivers up-to-the-minute schedule changes, volunteer shoutouts, interviews, event highlights, party locations, and more to Dragon Con family. Check out The Daily Dragon Leave us a vo...

Fantasy Literature at Dragon Con director Cisca chats with Leigh and Jon during this text heavy episode of 50 Days of Dragon Con. Check out the Fantasy Literature Facebook Group Leave us a voicemail:  (813) 321-0884 Shop The Unique Geek Suggest a 50 Days Podcast Idea Be sure to check out our  Facebook social media thingies. Have a question for the directors or maybe something you want us to t...

Jennifer, the director of the Fantasy Track at Dragon Con, joins Jon and Leigh for this high flying episode of 50 Days of Dragon Con. Check out the High Fantasy Facebook Group Leave us a voicemail:  (813) 321-0884 Shop The Unique Geek Suggest a 50 Days Podcast Idea Be sure to check out our  Facebook social media thingies. Have a question for the directors or maybe something you want us to try...

Kevin from the Newbies Group joins Jon and Leigh for this episode of 50 Days of Dragon Con. Check out the Newbie Facebook Group Hear move Kevin on Tuning Into Sci Fi TV Here’s Kevin’s LinkTree Leave us a voicemail:  (813) 321-0884 Shop The Unique Geek Suggest a 50 Days Podcast Idea Be sure to check out our  Facebook social media thingies. Have a question for the directors or...

Today’s podcast is a re-run (or classic, if you will) from 2015! It features Leigh and JJ reviewing the con-goer’s 4-2-1 rule. Call our 50DODC comment line  –  (813) 321-0884 Be sure to check out our  Facebook social media thingies. Have a question for the directors or maybe something you want us to try and get info on?  Then leave a comment, email us, or call the...

It’s that time of the year again! Jon and Leigh are back to discuss all things Dragon Con. Join us as we kick off the 2025 season! We really want to hear from you!  Call our DODC comment line – (813) 321-0884  Visit the year’s charity:  NAMI Georgia We want to hear from you! Call our DODC comment line –  (813) 321-0884 Also, check out our  Facebook...

As is tradition, Regina the Senior Director of Programming joins Leigh and Jon to usher put another season of 50 Days of Dragon Con! Happy Dragon Con Everyone!!! Register to ‘run’ the Dragon Con Hustle 5k Visit the year’s charity:  Arthritis Foundation We want to hear from you! Call our DODC comment line –  (813) 321-0884 Also, check out our  Facebook  and  Twitter  social...

Mera Rose and the Director of Fantasy Literature Cisca join Leigh and Jon to chat about beasties, dating, dancing, and literature.   Check them out on  Facebook Page to Stage Announcement Video Cisca on  TikToc Register to ‘run’ the Dragon Con Hustle 5k Visit the year’s charity:  Arthritis Foundation We want to hear from you! Call our DODC comment line –  (813) 321-0884 Als...

Tasha and Todd from Disability Services join Leigh and Jon to chat about how they are leveling the playing field for all of the Dragon Con family.  Register to ‘run’ the Dragon Con Hustle 5k Visit the year’s charity: Arthritis Foundation We want to hear from you! Call our DODC comment line – (813) 321-0884 Also, check out our Facebook and Twitter  social media thingies. Ema...

Supreme Chancellor Bandy, Director of the Star Wars Track joins Leigh and Jon to chat about 2024 track happenings.  We chat about the track’s 2024 offerings, partying on Alderaan, and the amazing Star Wars guests attending this year’s show.   Follow the Star Wars Track here: Facebook ,  Twitter , and  Instagram . Register to ‘run’ the Dragon Con Hustle 5k Visit the year&#82...

Director of the Dragon Con Parade, Annie joins Jon to discuss this years parade happenings.  We chat about the Stars In Cars, the amazing Grand Marshalls, and proper parade etiquette.   Register to ‘run’ the Dragon Con Hustle 5k Visit the year’s charity: Arthritis Foundation We want to hear from you! Call our DODC comment line – (813) 321-0884 Also, check out our Facebook a...

Karen gets elemental while Debbie gives maximum effort when they join Jon and Leigh on this episode of the 50 Days Of Dragon Con podcast. We talk about how to wrangle parade groups, what brought them to Dragon Con, and when it is appropriate to cross the street during the parade (Hint: there isn’t a good time!) Find chemistry with the Elemental Parade Group Enjoy some chimichangas with the D...