"You can’t ask for a better media partner than Parks and Cons. Shawn and Carmelle are two of the nicest and hardest working influencers in the business and the quality and quantity of their coverage always exceeds expectations."
---Jason Soyster, Director of Marketing and Sales, California's Great America 
"When I need to know what's happening on the ground at conventions, I know the best place to turn to is Parks and Cons for complete and enthusiastic coverage."
--- Amy Ratcliffe, Managing Editor, Nerdist 
"Parks and Cons is the place get the scoop on everything cool happening in the Southwest. [They] are top notch journalists who provide honest and valuable information about everything pop culture event related."
--- Mike Scigliano, Partner & Co-Founder, Atomic Crush Events |
Bringing you 10+ years of original coverage from the front lines of conventions, themed entertainment, Halloween events, and more--across Southern California and beyond!
Contact UsWe may be reached at comments@parksandcons.com, via social media, or
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“Parks & Cons is one of my favorite media outlets to work with. I have worked with hundreds of different outlets over the years and they stand out as one of the few that consistently produces high-quality short-form and in-depth content. From how-to guides and behind-the-scenes commentary to live streams and event recaps, they always produce unique content when covering our events. Most importantly, they have an active audience who deeply engages with them and the events they cover. As a bonus, they are nice people and true fans."
--- Brad Jashinsky, Manager, Digital Marketing, Knott's Berry Farm 
"Parks and Cons is absolutely one of the premier online resources for themed entertainment, seasonal events and conventions. The passion they have for these attractions and special events shine in their in-depth coverage while presented in formats great for fans and professionals alike."
--- Ted Dougherty, Author; Themed Entertainment Producer/Director 
"Parks and Cons is the go-to source for all things in the worlds of both theme parks and conventions. They offer up-to-the-minute updates, insightful tips, and cover all the news on the convention show floor and in the parks as it happens. Their site and social media is always my first stop when I want to know what's going on at an event."
--- Kerry Dixon, Editor in Chief, SDCC Unofficial Blog |
Social MediaWe pride ourselves on providing the most immersive experiences possible, via social media; with the goal of more real-time updates than anyone, anywhere. Whether it is covering large theme park media events or small, one-room conventions, we approach each event with the goal of sharing as much of each experience as possible.
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YouTube
Before the surge in live video broadcasting, we used YouTube to share event footage as quickly as it could be uploaded--resulting in a mix of both long- and short-form videos. Today, we primarily use YouTube for longer-form content, such as visual guides, event overviews, and recaps.
We also take advantage of YouTube Live to share real-time experiences from events and to interact directly with our audience--for example, hosting SDCC discussions and answering viewer questions. In addition, we regularly post YouTube Shorts, alongside TikTok and Instagram videos, to highlight key moments and deliver quick, engaging updates. Icons link to respective pages.
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PodcastThe Parks and Cons Podcast serves as a companion to the ParksAndCons.com website and YouTube channel, offering in-depth discussions on conventions, theme parks, collecting, haunted attractions, and other unique experiences. Episodes are typically recorded on-site to capture the energy and immediacy of the events as they unfold.
Since July 2014, we have released nearly 1,000 episodes, averaging 7.4 podcasts per month. The podcast is currently available at parksandcons.libsyn.com and on various major podcast platforms. Icons link to respective pages. |
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Contributions to Other Outlets
The Best Fall Fun And Halloween Haunts In Southern California
AirTalk with Larry Mantle October 18, 2023 |
LA Comic Con Expects 140,000 Fans This Weekend — And Plans To Keep Growing
By Mike Roe, LAist Published Dec 2, 2022 |
Theme Park Costs Are Rising. How Will That Impact Annual Pass Holders And Attendance?
AirTalk with Larry Mantle August 18, 2022 |
Pandemic Halloween 2021: We Talk The Best Halloween Attractions SoCal Has To Offer
AirTalk with Larry Mantle October 25, 2021 |
The experience economy of TV promotion at San Diego Comic-Con
By Melanie E.S. Kohnen, International Journal of Cultural Studies First published online July 14, 2020 |
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Phoenix Comicon: Watch two Stormtroopers get engaged
By Louie Villalobos, The Republic | azcentral.com Published 9:40 a.m. MT May 28, 2017 | Updated 11:51 a.m. MT May 28, 2017 |
‘Star Wars’ fans raise their lightsabers in tribute to Carrie Fisher
By Michelle Jaworski, The Daily Dot Dec 29, 2016 at 5:07AM | Last updated Feb 24, 2017 at 3:33AM |
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Baby Dinosaur Display Hatched at LA Zoo
By Melissa Wen, NBC Los Angeles Published at 8:57 PM PDT on Jul 8, 2016 |
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D23 Expo: Star Wars Land To 'Captain America: Civil War' — 9 Things Disney Wants You Hyped About
By Mike Roe, KPCC.org August 17, 2015 |
Building Buzz: How Comic-Con Turns Froth into Frenzy
By Kendall Whitehouse, technology and media editor, Knowledge at Wharton July 28, 2015 |
FULLY OPERATIONAL FANDOM: THE STAR WARS COLLECTOR WITHIN US ALL
BY AMY RATCLIFFE, StarWars.com SEPTEMBER 11, 2014 |
Shawn Marshall shares favorite Comic-Con moments
By Lynn Lieu, The Desert Sun Published 11:24 p.m. PT July 18, 2014 | Updated 9:55 p.m. PT July 23, 2014 |