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Inside the Mind of a Magician: A Conversation with Jon Armstrong

interview conducted September 2025 by Courtney Goodrum edited for clarity by J. Schleusner You’ve seen him dazzle audiences on The Today Show, make Jay Leno raise an eyebrow in amazement on The Tonight Show, and even earn the admiration of Penn Jillette, who called his act “the most original I’ve

Interview with Tatiana Rice: AI – Policy, in Pop Culture and the Future of Civil Rights

interview conducted September 2025, edited for clarity by Jen “Lil’ Bit” Schleusner Artificial intelligence is shaping the way we live, work, and interact, but the laws and policies surrounding it are still catching up. To better understand how regulation is evolving—and how it affects our everyday lives—I sat down with Tatiana

From Marvel to Mai Tais: The Retro World of Derek Yaniger

interview conducted September 2025 by Jen “Lil’ Bit” Schleusner For full disclosure, I am a longtime fan and collector of Derek’s art and mugs – and in the past few years, have gotten to chat with him more as well as join in with him, and other talented folks, on

The 2025 Dragon Con Report Episode 9

**SURPRISE! ** We couldn’t resist squeezing in one more episode before Dragon Con officially begins! Tiki Time with Horror in Clay We’re joined by Jonathan Chaffin from Horror in Clay & Inuhele, who is here to discuss the newly announced official Dragon Con tiki mug. For collectors and con-goers alike,

The 2025 Dragon Con Report Episode 8

Nights of Music, Dance, and Fandom Fun In this episode of The Dragon Con Report, we dive into some of the most exciting after-dark experiences at the convention. From nostalgic throwback parties to imaginative fantasy-themed events, Dragon Con truly has something for every fan who loves music, dancing, and unforgettable vibes.

The 2025 Dragon Con Report Episode 7

Inside the Bunny Hutch with Danielle, Lisa & Gogo! The latest episode of The Dragon Con Report is here — and this one’s hopping with excitement! We sit down with three fabulous guests: Danielle, Lisa, and Gogo, key voices behind one of Dragon Con’s most iconic Thursday night events — the Bunny Hutch

The 2025 Dragon Con Report Episode 6

Boldly Going with Trek Track: A Chat with Joe Campbell Exploring the Final Frontier at Dragon Con In this episode of The Dragon Con Report, we set our phasers to “fun” and beam aboard one of Dragon Con’s most beloved programming tracks — Trek Track. Our guest, Joe Campbell, joins

The 2025 Dragon Con Report Episode 5

In this episode of The Dragon Con Report, we suit up for a thrilling conversation with Laurence Lagnese, event coordinator for the Palmetto Knights! Laurence shares insights into the world of armored combat and the rich pageantry of medieval mayhem that the Palmetto Knights bring to Dragon Con each year.

The 2025 Dragon Con Report Episode 4

The Glamour of Geek: May Hemmer Returns to Talk Burlesque at Dragon Con Dragon Con is known for its wild creativity, fan-fueled energy, and a little bit of after-dark magic — and few events capture that spirit quite like the Glamour Geek Revue. In this episode of The Dragon Con Report, we’re

The 2025 Dragon Con Report Episode 3

Kids and Families at Dragon Con Dragon Con with Kids: Making the Most of Family Programming Dragon Con is an amazing experience for fans of all ages, but attending with kids brings its own set of challenges and rewards. That’s why, in Episode 3 of our 2025 season, we’re diving

The 2025 Dragon Con Report Episode 2

Exploring the Gaming Scene at Dragon Con We’re back with Episode 2 of Season 14 of the Dragon Con Report, and this time, we’re diving deep into the incredible gaming scene at Dragon Con! Whether you’re a hardcore video gamer, a tabletop RPG enthusiast, a board game strategist, or a Werewolf master, Dragon Con has an

The 2025 Dragon Con Report Episode 1

Dragon Con Report: Season 14 Premiere – Our Dragon Con Wishlists! Dragon Con season is upon us once again, and we’re kicking off Season 14 of the Dragon Con Report with a special episode! This time, we’re diving into ourDragon Con wishlists, sharing what we’re most excited about, and discussing what would

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