As we enter a new decade, the countdown to Dragon Con 2020 begins with a refreshed and renewed podcast focused on our favorite convention of the year. Mike, Mike, Darren, and Mary reintroduce themselves and reflect on what makes Dragon Con so special to them and what they hope to
It’s true! The hype is real! This week we are talking about Star Wars, Apes, Star Trek, Mr. Rogers, Black Widow, James Bond and more! The hype is real when it comes to The Mandalorian. Both Josh and Shawn have seen all the episodes that have been released. Shawn was
Dragon Con 2019 was one for the record books! Mike, Mike, Darren, Mary Lou, and Jennifer Adams have recovered enough to report on the weekend that was the most attended Dragon Con of them all. Plus, a report from Alyssa who is no longer a DC virgin. Don’t look now,
Cigar Nerds Podcast 124: Dragon Con 2019 Wrap Up. Its that time of year again, where nerds from around the globe pilgrimage to Atlanta for our annual celebration of all things pop-culture, Dragon Con. The Cigar Nerds are no different, we spent the weekend rocking out with 85000 of our
Recorded live at Dragon Con 2019! What are the essential elements of one of the most popular science fiction series for over 50 years? Mike, Mike, Mary, Tara Newman, and Michael Falkner lead an in-depth discussion on the what, why, and how of Who.
Recorded live at Dragon Con 2019! When the red thingy moves towards the green thingy, it’s time to salute the sci-fi comedy that taught us to never give up and never surrender! Featuring Mike Faber, Michael Gordon, Darren Nowell, Wil Nix, Tara Newman, and Jennifer Adams. Plus, Dan Klink and
Dragon Con Saturday begins with “Deconstructing Doctor Who” and ends sharing space with almost every other fictional character, some of them combined. First up is “What makes the Doctor, the Doctor”. My fellow co-hosts and I on Earth Station Who lead a fun and fascinating discussion on what character traits and story tropes define the Doctor across
It’s Friday noon and the vendor hall is a sea of bodies. It’s hard to know where to look when there are so many shiny things to catch your eye. I’m immediately drawn in by a row of beautifully hand drawn illustrations, until I see the exquisitely embroidered clothing and oh wait
Dragon Con on Thursday is a liminal space. It feels strange roaming through half full hotels. The excitement is like a low key vibration in the back of my head. There’s just enough cosplay to heighten anticipation but I’m not fully immersed yet. The low thrum of the smaller crowd isn’t enough to hide the distraction
I’m sitting in the tiny Tallahassee airport attempting to guess if any of the other passengers on my flight to Atlanta are going to Dragon Con. My knee jerk first impression is probably not but what do I know? That’s the magic of a con – you can transform yourself
Cigar Nerds Podcast Episode 123: Smokin With The Boys. Since we are days before Dragon Con we thought it was appropriate to talk inappropriate super heroes. This week we review season 1 of Amazon’s new series The Boys. In science we discuss fake laughter, terminators in space, Space raves, and
Dragon Con is so close, you can practically taste the apple pie! Mike, Mike, Darren, and Mary Lou review all the last minute news and announcements, along with where to find them throughout the four days. Plus, we hear from all of you! Lots of emails, messages, and promotions to
