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Episode 18 - Power Morphicon 2014

8/28/2014

This time Shawn hits the floor of Power Morphicon 2014 with Con-Panion, Juan Chavez, as they talk cosplay, generations of rangers and the Zillner brand of conventions. Plus, we hear about the convention from the perspective of a first time con attendee as Juan details how his introduction to convention culture met his expectations. Tune in because...it's Morphin time!

Episode 17 – LA Sci-Fi & Comic-Con, Knott’s Summer Ends, SoCal Toy & Comic Collecting

8/24/2014

This time, Shawn and Carmelle talk cons, collecting and theme parks. First, the duo talk about the LA Science Fiction and Comic Convention. Did Edward James Olmos make this a convention to remember? Next, Shawn gives a play-by-play guide to toy and comic collecting in Anaheim. Where is the best place to find vintage toys, new comics and more? Shawn shares it all. Last, Shawn and Carmelle record at Knott's as summer festivities come to a close. What did we learn about Knott's this summer and it's position for 2015?

Episode 16 – Haunted Mansion 45th Exhibit, Disney JuJu, & Halloween at Disneyland

8/19/2014

This time, Shawn and Carmelle are immersing themselves in Disney talk as they talk about all that's been going on at Disneyland the last few weeks. First, we talk about all the haunted fun that's involved in the Haunted Mansion 45th anniversary Ghostly Materials exhibit at Disneyana. From there, we re-visit the topic of Disney Juju and the Adventureland Trading Company game that's continuing to grow in popularity. Lastly, we talk about all the other things that have been going on at the Disneyland Resort and, more importantly, what's coming up as the park transitions into Halloween season. Join us for our most magical podcast yet!

Episode 15 - Collecting at Conventions Panel: StocktonCon 2014

8/16/2014

This time we have the full audio of Shawn's Collecting at Conventions panel from this year's StocktonCon. The panel gives some background on personal collecting experiences, but focuses most on practical collecting tips for those looking to find the best that an exhibit floor of any size has to offer. Happy hunting!

Episode 14 – StocktonCon 2014

8/11/2014

This time, Shawn & Carmelle take a break from The StocktonCon Floor to talk about the highlights of the convention. Danny Glover, Mick Foley, and Denise Crosby were at StocktonCon, but it’s the floor that has our hosts most excited. Was expanding a one day show to two days a success? How did their their panel on collecting go? Find out about all of this and why this is the convention they travel furthest to attend.

Episode 13- Knott's Scary Farm Preview

8/8/2014

This time, Shawn and Carmelle are talking Knott's Scary Farm. In it's 42nd season, this is by far Knott's most ambitious Halloween season yet as they've announced a number of experiences that aren't available anywhere else. Whether it be the new zombie hunting experience (with gun!) or the choose-your-own-adventure Voodoo maze, Scary Farm is bringing some of the most exciting immersive experiences in all of themed entertainment. In addition to the scare zones, mazes, shows and other entertainment options, Shawn and Carmelle also discuss hotel packages, Boo-fet dinners and possibly the biggest news of all-the Knott's Scary Farm Season Pass!

Episode 12 - Disney's Adventure Trading Company, Sakai Art Show & Claremont Comic Show

8/5/2014

This time We're talking parks AND cons! First, Shawn talks Disney JuJu as he recaps the new interactive game in Adventureland. He also gets into some other temporary Disneyland experiences like Music of Nashville and Legends of Frontierland. Disney talk concludes by taking a look at some upcoming Didney closures. Next, Shawn covers the Sakai Art Show that recently happened at Frank and Son Collectible Show. Additionally, he breaks down the culture of mini-cons. Lastly, Shawn and Carmelle talk about their experiences at the most recent Claremont Comic Show. It was the busiest yet, but does that mean the show is going to be bigger and better when it returns in September? All this and more, as we go under the hood of these park and con experiences.

Episode 11 – San Diego Comic-Con: SDCC – Wrap-Up Part 2

8/4/2014

This time, Carmelle and Shawn discuss the three biggest days of SDCC, as they recount all their adventures from Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of Comic-Con. What happens when WB DC takes over Hall H? What did they learn for 2015? They discuss all this and much more, as they wrap-up all their thoughts on SDCC 2014.

Episode 18 - Power Morphicon 2014

Episode 17 – LA Sci-Fi & Comic-Con, Knott’s Summer Ends, SoCal Toy & Comic Collecting

Episode 16 – Haunted Mansion 45th Exhibit, Disney JuJu, & Halloween at Disneyland

Episode 15 - Collecting at Conventions Panel: StocktonCon 2014

Episode 14 – StocktonCon 2014

Episode 13- Knott's Scary Farm Preview

Episode 12 - Disney's Adventure Trading Company, Sakai Art Show & Claremont Comic Show

Episode 11 – San Diego Comic-Con: SDCC – Wrap-Up Part 2

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