Heroes of Cosplay Sanctuary
Welcome to Sanctuary: a Cosplayer haven where you - the person doing it yourself - can listen in to hear about the perspective of cosplayers, their struggles, their concerns, their stories...and it's open to you, both to listen and or to join in! It's not just Cosplay how-to or talking up the latest Marvel Movie, it's discussion about what you do and where Cosplay fits into your life.We get into current issues Cosplayers face, and offer to help bring your cosplay to life with tips and tricks in the world of social media and self-branding.There's a ton to talk about beyond pop-culture and what celebrities are doing - the major driver for Cons and the industry at large is YOU - the SuperFan and the Cosplayer!
Episodes
In this sharp and unfiltered episode, Scotty B calls out the noise. He explores how much of today’s cosplay and creative content is polished, predictable, and empty—people talking around ideas instead of saying anything real.
Scotty dives into why so many creators hide behind trends, safe opinions, or algorithm-friendly posts, and how fear of backlash or being misunderstood has turned authenticity into a liability. He challenges lis...
In this introspective and hard-hitting episode, Scotty B questions a toxic belief buried deep in creative culture—the idea that burnout is proof of commitment. He explores how exhaustion has become a badge of honor for cosplayers and creators, and why many equate constant output with worth.
Scotty unpacks the cycles of overwork, comparison, and guilt that drive people to their breaking point, and asks whether success really requires...
In this brutally honest episode, Scotty B pulls back the curtain on the business side of cosplay—the brand deals, sponsorships, and “partnership opportunities” that aren’t always what they seem. He exposes how creators are often undervalued, overworked, and treated like disposable marketing tools in exchange for exposure or free merch.
Scotty shares personal insights into the fine print of creative collaboration, from unrealistic de...
In this candid and challenging episode, Scotty B tackles one of the most polarizing topics in cosplay and online culture—attention-seeking. He explores why so many creators crave visibility, how social media rewards extreme behavior, and what happens when the pursuit of attention replaces the pursuit of meaning.
Scotty unpacks the psychology behind needing to be seen, from childhood validation wounds to the dopamine cycles built int...
In this empowering episode, Scotty B brings cosplay back to its roots—doing it because you love it, not because it earns applause. He breaks down how external approval, online metrics, and comparison culture have quietly shifted cosplay from passion to performance.
Through honest reflection, Scotty challenges the need for validation and explores what happens when creativity becomes a contest for likes instead of a celebration of sel...
In this thought-provoking episode, Scotty B examines a side of cosplay few dare to talk about—the loss of self beneath the costume. When embodying characters becomes second nature, where does the real person go?
He explores how constant transformation, performance, and validation from others can blur identity lines, leaving creators unsure of who they are without the armor, wigs, or makeup. Drawing from years inside the community, S...
In this piercing and unfiltered episode, Scotty B confronts a harsh truth about the digital age: people don’t always value ideas—they value numbers. He explores how follower counts, algorithms, and perceived popularity shape credibility, often silencing talented voices before they’re ever heard.
Through the lens of cosplay and creative culture, Scotty exposes the uncomfortable reality of validation-based worth: how creators start ta...
In this raw and reflective episode, Scotty B takes an honest look at disappointment—how it shapes us, tests us, and sometimes breaks us. From failed collaborations to unmet expectations within the cosplay and creative worlds, he explores what really happens when the vision in your head doesn’t match the reality you get.
Scotty unpacks the quiet grief that comes with creative letdowns, the sting of being overlooked, and the courage i...
Hosted by: Scotty B
In this introspective episode, Scotty B asks a daring question many cosplayers avoid: Have we become too faithful to the fandoms we love? When devotion to source material turns into creative constraint, it can stop cosplayers from innovating, evolving, or even enjoying the process.
Scotty explores how rigid fan expectations, canon-accuracy obsession, and community pressure can quietly stifle originality and self-e...
Hosted by: Scotty B
In one of the most important conversations of the season, Scotty B dives headfirst into the complex relationship between cosplay and mental health. While cosplay can be a powerful outlet for expression, confidence, and connection—it can also trigger anxiety, burnout, body image issues, and intense pressure to perform.
This episode explores both sides of that emotional coin: Is cosplay healing us… or slowly hurting...
Hosted by: Scotty B
In this vulnerable and insightful episode, Scotty B addresses the unspoken truth many cosplayers feel but rarely say out loud: the bar is too high. With social media full of flawless photos, expensive builds, and seemingly effortless success, it’s easy to feel like nothing you do is ever enough.
Scotty unpacks how this overwhelming pressure—whether self-imposed or community-driven—can discourage new cosplayers, dr...
Hosted by: Scotty B
In this real-talk episode, Scotty B reminds cosplayers and creators alike that while posting, sharing, and building an online presence may look like fun and games—it’s still work. And like any job, it comes with invisible labor, emotional energy, and the risk of burnout.
Whether it’s the hours spent editing videos, curating content, managing comments, or fighting algorithm fatigue, this episode explores how cospla...
Hosted by: Scotty B
In this important and unflinching episode, Scotty B tackles one of the most uncomfortable yet crucial topics in the cosplay world: creeper behavior at conventions. From unwanted photos and boundary-crossing compliments to full-on harassment, this episode calls it out clearly—this is not OK.
Scotty shares honest reflections, community experiences, and the silent signals many cosplayers have had to normalize just to...
Hosted by: Scotty B
In this direct and eye-opening episode, Scotty B outlines the behaviors that can quietly erode community, respect, and fun within the cosplay world. From attention-seeking antics and con creep energy to social media showboating and ego-fueled one-upmanship, this is your definitive “what not to do” guide.
“Don’t be that guy” or “that girl” isn’t just about etiquette—it’s about self-awareness. Scotty shares real-wor...
Hosted by: Scotty B
In this unfiltered and necessary episode, Scotty B takes aim at the darker side of cosplay culture—the toxic behaviors that often go unchecked beneath the surface of creativity and fandom. From ego-driven gatekeeping and public callouts to clout-chasing and fake kindness, this episode isn’t about canceling anyone—it’s about calling in the community to do better.
Scotty shares hard truths from personal experiences ...
Hosted by: Scotty B
In this heartfelt episode, Scotty B explores how the cosplay and creator spaces—once centered around shared fandom and friendship—have shifted into platforms for performance, comparison, and quiet isolation.
He asks a question that cuts deeper than it seems: Remember when it was OK to just have friends? No follower counts. No brand-building. Just connection, joy, and the simple bond over something you loved.
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Hosted by: Scotty B
In a world of endless scrolls, con recaps, and follower milestones, it’s easy to feel like you’re being left behind. But in this grounded and empowering episode, Scotty B flips the FOMO script and reminds cosplayers: you are not missing out.
This episode explores how social media creates the illusion of constant action, success, and belonging—while in reality, everyone is just posting highlights. Scotty shares per...
Hosted by: Scotty B
What would be left if the followers vanished, the algorithms broke, and the conventions went dark?
In this reflective and emotionally grounded episode, Scotty B invites listeners to confront a powerful question: If it all stopped tomorrow—would your cosplay journey still matter to you? Stripping away platforms, praise, and performance, Scotty examines what truly motivates creators and cosplayers at their core.
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This week on the show, we welcome Body Mind Cosplay, a creator whose builds showcase both discipline and playfulness. Since arriving on the cosplay scene in 2021, she’s brought Borderlands props, Spartan collaborations, and intricate designs to life — always with a strong fitness and maker mindset at the core.
We explore her cosplay journey, her experience working with the Adelphae Phalanx at Dragon Con, and how fitness and cosplay ...
Hosted by: Scotty B
In this sharply observant episode, Scotty B takes aim at the growing tension between creativity and clout in the cosplay world. What started as a personal, fandom-driven art form has increasingly become entangled with influencer culture, branding, and the chase for internet fame.
Scotty asks the critical question: Are you in it for the craft—or riding the wave of exposure, likes, and viral moments? He unpacks the ...
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