The Con Guy Podcast
Straight from the nerdy heart of Hollywood, THE CON GUY podcast brings you the the latest comic con and fan convention updates, and the best celebrity and creator interviews to celebrate the world of fandom, pop culture and geek-centric news. We are a place designed BY FANS for FANS, that seeks to create a community of like-minded individuals who enjoy sci-fi, exclusive collectibles, comic books, gaming, animation, manga, cosplay, fan conventions and fandom events—if you love it, we'll talk about it!
Episodes
As we head into San Diego Comic-Con season, here's EVERYTHING we know about the Con.... so far. We may not be able to help you get badges (this year), but if you're going, we've got you covered. Hotels, parking, panels, masquerade, offsites — we've got it all. And it only gets crazier from here!
We're gonna need a bigger podcast! It’s the 50th birthday party of the summer blockbuster that actually started summer blockbusters—JAWS. And the big party is taking place in the spot where they filmed it, Martha’s Vineyard. Our guest tonight is one of the organizers involved with the events that week, Michael Smith, author of FINATICS: 50 Years of Jaws. He fills us in on everything we need to know to enjoy the Jaws events on M...
Go with us into the worlds of Star Trek, Back to the Future, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, ONE PIECE, and Jujutsu Kaisen as well as The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and SUPER NINTENDO WORLD at the brand-new after-hours events at Universal Studios Hollywood called UNIVERSAL FAN FEST NIGHTS... Plus some music from our favorite nostalgia band, The Flux Capacitors....
Kicking off with special guest MICHAEL SMITH from the LET’S TALK JAWS live show, we embark on a summer-long celebration of the 50th Anniversary of JAWS! It was five decades ago that the original summer blockbuster, directed by 27-year old STEVEN SPIELBERG, first chomped its way into movie history. We bring you the events, the merch, the collectibles, the exhibitions, the re-releases, and everything else to help you commemorate this...
We begin our 10th Year (10 YEARS!) with a big show: Will She or Won't She? Kathleen Kennedy hints at leaving Lucasfilm. What does that mean for the future of STAR WARS? We have a CIVILIZED discussion and leave all the toxicity behind...Plus, the latest news on WONDERCON, which happens later this month. And few cool collectibles to add to your stash.
Los Angeles Comic Con CEO Chris DeMoulin gives us an inside look at L.A. Comic Con, one of the fastest-growing comic book and fan conventions in the country. This year, it moves back to October and is chock full of celebrities, gaming, comic books, and cosplay. Set in the middle of the Pop Culture universe of Hollywood, LA Comic Con is the must-attend event of the West Coast this fall. #lacomiccon #losangelescomiccon #comiccons
From our sister podcast, THE CON GIRLS, comes this celebration a Brendan Fraser classic. The 1999 blockbuster THE MUMMY bares little resemblance to its 1932 predecessor... It starred Brendan Fraser as adventurer and treasure hunter Rick O'Connell, along with Rachel Weisz, John Hannah, and Arnold Vosloo in the title role as the Mummy. But this time, the mummy iss more than a creeping reanimated corpse... it's the powerful Imhotep, a...
Did you hear the backlash against the Masters of the Universe Snake Lair at San Diego Comic-Con? What about the new G.I. Joe Figures? Then there's Darth Maul. Super7. Mondo. Bandai Namco. And so much more. We break down the best and worst experiences with the COLLECTIBLES and TOYS at San Diego Comic-Con, and where you can get these exclusives now (if at all).
San Diego Comic-Con has changed and evolved so much in its 50-plus years. From the El Cortez Hotel and Jack Kirby, to the modern Hall H and shoulder-to-shoulder cosplay, the biggest and longest-running comics and Pop Culture convention in the United States has created millions of unforgettable moments. This episode, special guest TOPHER DAVILA walks us through his own 30-plus years of attending the convention with advice on how to ...
Forbes reported recently that he organizers of San Diego Comic-Con are considering leaving their beautiful southern California home of the last 50-some years. Why? Is this really a possibility? And where would they go?
It's our annual inside look at all the must-see panels scheduled for San Diego Comic-Con. Join our hosts for a fun, spirited dive into Hall H, Ballroom 20, and all the cool presentations across 4 days (plus preview night!) of the country's biggest and most important comic book, entertainment, and pop culture extravaganza! Marvel. Doctor Who. Comic Books. TV. Cosplay. Star Trek. And SO MUCH MORE!
The Con Guys (and Con Girl) are back for PART 2 of our 200th Episode!!! (This would technically make it episode #201 but who's counting?) Join us as we continue our countdown with our TOP 10 FAVORITE MOMENTS FROM SAN DIEGO COMIC CON! Along with our favorite moments from the last 8 years of THE CON GUY!
This week we talk with the amazing Ashley Eckstein, a dynamic force in the entertainment and fandom worlds. Best known as the voice of the iconic Ahsoka Tano in Star Wars the Clone Wars, a character she originated in 2008, Ashley has captivated audiences as an actress, host, inspirational speaker, author, designer and entrepreneur. She is also the founder of The HER UNIVERSE fashion show, which takes place at San Diego Comic-Con on...
The Con Guy celebrates our 200th Episode with a very special 2-Part Show! It's our TOP 25 FAVORITE SAN DIEGO COMIC CON MOMENTS, PART 1.... In this episode, we re-live the absolute best moments from San Diego Comic-Con, and we also spend a few moments reliving our favorite moments from THE CON GUY show. It's a true fandom-fueled trip down memory lane.
On this episode, we discuss the 50th Anniversary of the San Diego Comic-Con Masquerade, which is happening in Ballroom 20 on July 27. Here's everything you need to know to experience SDCC's biggest Cosplay extravaganza. We also discuss the Her Universe Fashion Show and how to attend. #cosplay #sdcc2024
XLE Entertainment throws the biggest San Diego Comic-Con after-parties year-after-year, and they've got three new parties lined up for the 2024 event! We talk with two of the folks from XLE — Bernie Bergman and Ellie Repka — about all the craziness they have planned for this year. So get ready to dig out your favorite 80s, 90s, or Mad Max cosplays, and let's party in San Diego! #sdcc #sandiegocomiccon #xle #comicconparties
The CON GUY presents a special podcast series: SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON UPDATES. From now until the convention July 24-28, we'll bring you all the information you need to have an awesome time in San Diego. This week: HOTELS!!!! The General Hotel Sale is over, but so many folks were left without a place to stay (or, at least, a downtown spot). What should be their next step? We discuss this in detail, and give multiple options, on th...
It's our annual WONDERCON AFTERSHOW, where we recap and review the entire Wondercon 2024 event, including the panels, the vendors, the floor, the cosplay, and the collectibles. We also detail what could be improved. For those who couldn't go this year, this is the next best thing!
Wondercon is finally here, arriving in Anaheim March 29-31, and this week our hosts break down everything you need to know: The badges, the hotels, the parking, the floor, the food, and of course, LOBBY CON! We provide your survival guide for San Diego Comic-Con's little sister con!
In PART TWO of our look at the movies of 1984, we spotlight films that are still churning out sequels and nostalgia to this day, including The Terminator ("I'll be back!"), psycho killer Freddy Krueger, a mermaid love story, and so many more movies in that magical year. So join us as we continue back to the time of big hair, leg warmers, Thriller... and Arnold Schwarzenegger one-liners.
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