The Dragon Con Report

Last Call Before Dragon Con: Parties, Games and Military Sci-Fi The countdown is nearly over! In episode 9 of the Dragon Con Report, we’re checking in with three groups bringing music, competition and futuristic firepower to downtown Atlanta. DJ Nemesis joins us to represent Dragon Con’s party DJs and give us a look at the music and late-night events that keep the convention moving after dark. Dave West returns with details about the Big Damn Game Show, where audience participation, geeky knowledge and unpredictable challenges come together for one of Dragon Con’s most entertaining live events. Karen and James Henson also stop by with a preview of the Military Sci-Fi Media Track, including the stories, franchises and programming fans can expect from the track this year. Whether you are finalizing your schedule, searching for nighttime entertainment or deciding which track rooms to visit, this episode will help you finish planning your Dragon Con weekend. The Dragon Con Report is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Producer Jen “Lil’ Bit” Schleusner, Executive Producer Mike Faber Follow our guests: ​ Dave West: Instagram - @phantomtroublemaker  @needlessthingschannel  @bigdamngameshow ​ Karen & James Henson: Instagram - @MSFMTrack Twitter/X - @MSFMTrack Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/msfmtrack.bsky.social Email: [email protected] Dragon Con Discord Channel: #military-scifi-media-track (House Westin) ​ Links: ​ Dragon Con Report Website ​ Dragon Con Report YouTube Channel ​ ESO Network ​ ESO Network Patreon ​ ESO Network TeePublic Store ​ Dragon Con Parties, Meetups, and More ​ Black Geeks of Dragon Con ​ Dragon Tales on Amazon ​ Watch this episode on YouTube ​ Needless Things ​ The Big Damn Game Show ​ MSFM FB Page ​ MSFM DC Page ​ Cult of DC DJs ​ DJ Nemesis ​ Dragon Con Report Intro and Outro attributes: Stock Media provided by Blackmid / Pond5 Adventure Of The Pirates - Fantasy, Epic Orchestral Music by Pond5 Stock Media provided by MellauSFX / Pond5 Dragon Fire Roar Sound Effects by Pond5 dragonconreport #dcr #podcast #dragoncon #dragonconpodcast #conventions #AtlantaGeekScene #dragonconAtlanta #ESONetwork #geekpodcast #Geektalk #ChanningSherman #JenLilBitSchleusner #MikeGordon #nerdpodcast #TheESONetwork #2026DragonConReport #DragonCon2026 #ESOPatreon #40yranniversary #MSFMTrack #MilitarySciFiTrack #BigDamnGameShow #DragonConParties #CultofDCDJs #DCDJs #DragonConDJs #DJNemesis #KarenHenson #JamesHenson #DaveWestSpecial Guests: DJ Nemesis, Dave West, James Henson, and Karen Henson.

Join Jen for a laid-back conversation with legendary comic book creator Bob Burden, the wonderfully unconventional mind behind Flaming Carrot Comics and Mystery Men. Recorded while hanging out in my home tiki bar, Smuggler's Hideaway - we talk about Bob’s career, his unique approach to comics and storytelling, his history with Dragon Con and plenty more along the way. From cult comics and creative inspiration and beyond - spend some time getting to know the man behind some of comics’ strangest (and most memorable) characters. The Dragon Con Report is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Producer Jen “Lil’ Bit” Schleusner, Executive Producer Mike Faber Edited by Matthew Skinner, at Skinner Productions, LLC ​ Links: ​ Dragon Con Report Website ​ Dragon Con Report YouTube Channel ​ ESO Network ​ ESO Network Patreon ​ ESO Network TeePublic Store ​ Dragon Con Parties, Meetups, and More ​ Black Geeks of Dragon Con ​ Dragon Tales on Amazon ​ Watch this episode on YouTube ​ Bob Burden ​ Dragon Con Report Intro and Outro attributes: Stock Media provided by Blackmid / Pond5 Adventure Of The Pirates - Fantasy, Epic Orchestral Music by Pond5 Stock Media provided by MellauSFX / Pond5 Dragon Fire Roar Sound Effects by Pond5 dragonconreport #dcr #podcast #dragoncon #dragonconpodcast #conventions #AtlantaGeekScene #dragonconAtlanta #ESONetwork #geekpodcast #Geektalk #ChanningSherman #JenLilBitSchleusner #nerdpodcast #TheESONetwork #2026DragonConReport #DragonCon2026 #ESOPatreon #40yranniversary #BobBurden #FlamingCarrot #MysteryMen #ComicBooks #IndieComicsSpecial Guest: Bob Burden.

Welcome to the Trackrooms What happens when you wander the halls of Dragon Con and take one wrong turn? You might just end up in the Trackrooms. Join us for the latest Dragon Con Report as we catch up with two fan-favorite programming tracks: Digital Media and American Sci-Fi Classics. Inspired by the eerie internet phenomenon The Backrooms, our "Trackrooms" theme is all about exploring the hidden corners of Dragon Con and discovering what makes these tracks so special. Digital Media Track Charles McFall returns from the Digital Media Track to hear some of what to expect for this year. Podcasting, content creation, streaming, mixers & more - we get a preview of the panels and events that you won't want to miss. American Sci-Fi Classics Track We also wander over into the beloved American Sci-Fi Classics Track, where nostalgia reigns supreme. Joe Crow & Gary Mitchell are back to chat movie lock-ins, anniversaries and maybe even Manimal?! Whether you grew up with Saturday morning TV, video stores, or watching late-night creature features - this track always delivers laughs, nostalgia and a healthy appreciation for classic science fiction and pop culture. Don't Get Lost Time to slowly begin planning your con schedule? Why not add some hidden gems? The Dragon Con Report is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Producer Jen “Lil’ Bit” Schleusner, Executive Producer Mike Faber ​ Links: ​ Dragon Con Report Website ​ Dragon Con Report YouTube Channel ​ ESO Network ​ ESO Network Patreon ​ ESO Network TeePublic Store ​ Dragon Con Parties, Meetups, and More ​ Black Geeks of Dragon Con ​ Dragon Tales on Amazon ​ Watch this episode on YouTube ​ American Sci Fi Classics FB Group ​ Digital Media Track ​ Dragon Con Report Intro and Outro attributes: Stock Media provided by Blackmid / Pond5 Adventure Of The Pirates - Fantasy, Epic Orchestral Music by Pond5 Stock Media provided by MellauSFX / Pond5 Dragon Fire Roar Sound Effects by Pond5 dragonconreport #dcr #podcast #dragoncon #dragonconpodcast #conventions #AtlantaGeekScene #dragonconAtlanta #ESONetwork #geekpodcast #Geektalk #ChanningSherman #JenLilBitSchleusner #nerdpodcast #TheESONetwork #2026DragonConReport #DragonCon2026 #ESOPatreon #40yranniversary #DCdigitalmedia #dragoncondigitalmedia #dragoncondigitalmediatrack #digitalmediatrack #trackrooms #americanscificlassicstrack #scificlassicstrack #CharlesMcFall #JoeCrowe #GaryMitchelSpecial Guests: Charles McFall, Gary Mitchell, and Joe Crowe.

Celebrating Pride at Dragon Con Dragon Con has always been about finding your people, celebrating creativity and embracing what makes each of us unique. In this special Pride Month episode of The Dragon Con Report, we're joined by Joshua Duart, Chandra Free, Josh Coleman, and one of Dragon Con's beloved resident Klingers, Patric Good for a conversation about the LGBTQIA+ community at Dragon Con. We explore what makes Dragon Con feel like home for so many fans and why the convention has become a place where people can truly be themselves. Is Dragon Con a Safe Space? One of the biggest topics of the discussion is what it means to feel safe and welcomed at a convention the size of Dragon Con. Our guests share their own experiences, discussing how the community has supported them through the years and why they believe Dragon Con continues to foster an atmosphere of acceptance and belonging. While no community is perfect, the conversation highlights the importance of creating spaces where everyone feels seen, respected and encouraged to celebrate who they are. Pride Events and Representation From organized events to informal gatherings throughout the weekend, Dragon Con offers countless opportunities for LGBTQIA+ fans to connect and celebrate together. We discuss some of the events attendees can look forward to, the growing visibility of LGBTQIA+ representation across the convention, and why representation matters both on and off the stage. Costumes, Creativity, and Self-Expression Cosplay has always been one of Dragon Con's defining features and for many fans it provides another avenue for self-expression. Our guests share thoughts on costumes, gender expression through cosplay, and the freedom Dragon Con provides for attendees to experiment, create and simply have fun without fear of judgment. Why Dragon Con Feels Like Home At its heart, this episode is about community. Joshua, Chandra, Josh, and Patric reflect on the experiences that keep bringing them back year after year. Their stories serve as a reminder that Dragon Con is at its best when everyone is welcomed, celebrated and encouraged to be themselves. The Dragon Con Report is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Producer Jen “Lil’ Bit” Schleusner, Executive Producer Mike Faber ​ Links: ​ Dragon Con Report Website ​ Dragon Con Report YouTube Channel ​ ESO Network ​ ESO Network Patreon ​ ESO Network TeePublic Store ​ Dragon Con Parties, Meetups, and More ​ Black Geeks of Dragon Con ​ Dragon Tales on Amazon ​ Watch this episode on YouTube ​ Dragon Con Queerios FB Group ​ Chandra Free ​ Dragon Con Report Intro and Outro attributes: Stock Media provided by Blackmid / Pond5 Adventure Of The Pirates - Fantasy, Epic Orchestral Music by Pond5 Stock Media provided by MellauSFX / Pond5 Dragon Fire Roar Sound Effects by Pond5 dragonconreport #dcr #podcast #dragoncon #dragonconpodcast #conventions #AtlantaGeekScene #dragonconAtlanta #ESONetwork #geekpodcast #Geektalk #ChanningSherman #JenLilBitSchleusner #nerdpodcast #TheESONetwork #2026DragonConReport #DragonCon2026 #ESOPatreon #40yranniversary #pridemonth #dragonconpride #lgbtqia #lgbt #lgbtq #joshduart #chandrafree #joshcoleman #patricgood #KlingerSpecial Guests: Chandra Free, Josh Coleman, Josh Duart, and Patric Good.

Behind the Scenes with the Dragon Con Puppetry Track This month, Jen, Mike & Channing sit down with Beau from the Dragon Con Puppetry Track, along with special guests Bob & Carl, The Sci Fi Janitors. From foam, felt, and fabrication to live performances and character work, the crew digs into what it really takes to bring puppets to life on stage and on screen. They also talk about the creativity, teamwork, technical challenges, and happy accidents that happen behind the curtain. Whether you love practical effects, convention performance, comedy, or just want to know how these characters go from piles of materials to believable personalities, this episode pulls back the curtain on the craft of puppetry at Dragon Con. Plus: stories from the track and why puppetry continues to connect with fans of all ages. ​ Links: ​ Dragon Con Report Website ​ Dragon Con Report YouTube Channel ​ ESO Network ​ ESO Network Patreon ​ ESO Network TeePublic Store ​ Dragon Con Parties, Meetups, and More ​ Black Geeks of Dragon Con ​ Dragon Tales on Amazon ​ Watch this episode on YouTube ​ Dragon Con Puppetry Track on FB ​ National Puppet Slam ​ Bob and Carl ​ The Puckin' Fuppet Show ​ Center For Puppetry Arts ​ DC Puppetry Tack Instagram ​ Dragon Con Report Intro and Outro attributes: Stock Media provided by Blackmid / Pond5 Adventure Of The Pirates - Fantasy, Epic Orchestral Music by Pond5 Stock Media provided by MellauSFX / Pond5 Dragon Fire Roar Sound Effects by Pond5 dragonconreport #dcr #podcast #dragoncon #dragonconpodcast #conventions #AtlantaGeekScene #dragonconAtlanta #ESONetwork #geekpodcast #Geektalk #ChanningSherman #JenLilBitSchleusner #MikeGordon #nerdpodcast #TheESONetwork #2026DragonConReport #DragonCon2026 #ESOPatreon #40yranniversary #puppetry #puppetrytrack #dragonconpuppetry #dragonconpuppets #puppets #bobandcarl #scifijanitors #BeauBrown #MattNitchie #NationalPuppetSlam #CenterforPuppetryArts #PuppetSlamSpecial Guests: Beau Brown and Bob and Carl.