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Straight from the nerdy heart of Hollywood, THE CON GUY podcast brings you the the latest comic con and fan convention updates, and the best celebrity and creator interviews to celebrate the world of fandom, pop culture and geek-centric news. We are a place designed BY FANS for FANS, that seeks to create a community of like-minded individuals who enjoy sci-fi, exclusive collectibles, comic books, gaming, animation, manga, cosplay, fan conventions and fandom events—if you love it, we'll talk about it!
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Marvel is the biggest film franchise of all time, having grossed almost $30 billion at the global box office. But with a lackluster performance these past few years—both in theaters and on Disney+—many have asked if the Studio has lost its direction. Are the glory days of Marvel in the past? With Deadpool 3's trailer breaking records, and excitement building around 2024 and beyond, we take a look at where Marvel is now, and if they're poised to regain their box-office and pop culture crown.
Cyber Monday kicked off the biggest sales of the year online — from Mandalorian Funko Pops, to Power Rangers figures, Godzilla jackets, and sooo much Star Wars, this year's wish list is getting suuuuuper long. And don't forget JAWS and Back to the Future, which both have cool anniversary items this year! Get online and so some shopping — NO MASKS required! Mr. Tony Kim joins us, the founder and manager of HERO WITHIN, a lifestyle fashion brand that celebrates the heroism found in all of us. Whether it’s Star Trek, DC Comics, or any number of geeky fandoms, Hero Within has you covered in style.
Los Angeles Comic Con CEO Chris DeMoulin gives us an inside look at L.A. Comic Con, one of the fastest-growing comic book and fan conventions in the country. This year, it moves back to October and is chock full of celebrities, gaming, comic books, and cosplay. Set in the middle of the Pop Culture universe of Hollywood, LA Comic Con is the must-attend event of the West Coast this fall. #lacomiccon #losangelescomiccon #comiccons
From our sister podcast, THE CON GIRLS, comes this celebration a Brendan Fraser classic. The 1999 blockbuster THE MUMMY bares little resemblance to its 1932 predecessor... It starred Brendan Fraser as adventurer and treasure hunter Rick O'Connell, along with Rachel Weisz, John Hannah, and Arnold Vosloo in the title role as the Mummy. But this time, the mummy iss more than a creeping reanimated corpse... it's the powerful Imhotep, a cursed high priest with supernatural powers who pursues the heroes in an adventure straight out of the Indiana Jones playbook. On this episode, we look at the enduring legacy of this film.
Did you hear the backlash against the Masters of the Universe Snake Lair at San Diego Comic-Con? What about the new G.I. Joe Figures? Then there's Darth Maul. Super7. Mondo. Bandai Namco. And so much more. We break down the best and worst experiences with the COLLECTIBLES and TOYS at San Diego Comic-Con, and where you can get these exclusives now (if at all).
San Diego Comic-Con has changed and evolved so much in its 50-plus years. From the El Cortez Hotel and Jack Kirby, to the modern Hall H and shoulder-to-shoulder cosplay, the biggest and longest-running comics and Pop Culture convention in the United States has created millions of unforgettable moments. This episode, special guest TOPHER DAVILA walks us through his own 30-plus years of attending the convention with advice on how to photograph and capture our most important Comic-Con moments.
Forbes reported recently that he organizers of San Diego Comic-Con are considering leaving their beautiful southern California home of the last 50-some years. Why? Is this really a possibility? And where would they go?
It's our annual inside look at all the must-see panels scheduled for San Diego Comic-Con. Join our hosts for a fun, spirited dive into Hall H, Ballroom 20, and all the cool presentations across 4 days (plus preview night!) of the country's biggest and most important comic book, entertainment, and pop culture extravaganza! Marvel. Doctor Who. Comic Books. TV. Cosplay. Star Trek. And SO MUCH MORE!
The Con Guys (and Con Girl) are back for PART 2 of our 200th Episode!!! (This would technically make it episode #201 but who's counting?) Join us as we continue our countdown with our TOP 10 FAVORITE MOMENTS FROM SAN DIEGO COMIC CON! Along with our favorite moments from the last 8 years of THE CON GUY!
This week we talk with the amazing Ashley Eckstein, a dynamic force in the entertainment and fandom worlds. Best known as the voice of the iconic Ahsoka Tano in Star Wars the Clone Wars, a character she originated in 2008, Ashley has captivated audiences as an actress, host, inspirational speaker, author, designer and entrepreneur. She is also the founder of The HER UNIVERSE fashion show, which takes place at San Diego Comic-Con on Thursday, July 25 at 6 p.m. PT in the Harbor Ballroom of the Manchester Grand Hyatt Hotel San Diego. Presented by Her Universe and Mattel, this is the 10th Annual Her Universe Fashion Show. #ashleyeckstein #heruniverse #sdcc #comiccon
The Con Guy celebrates our 200th Episode with a very special 2-Part Show! It's our TOP 25 FAVORITE SAN DIEGO COMIC CON MOMENTS, PART 1.... In this episode, we re-live the absolute best moments from San Diego Comic-Con, and we also spend a few moments reliving our favorite moments from THE CON GUY show. It's a true fandom-fueled trip down memory lane.
On this episode, we discuss the 50th Anniversary of the San Diego Comic-Con Masquerade, which is happening in Ballroom 20 on July 27. Here's everything you need to know to experience SDCC's biggest Cosplay extravaganza. We also discuss the Her Universe Fashion Show and how to attend. #cosplay #sdcc2024
XLE Entertainment throws the biggest San Diego Comic-Con after-parties year-after-year, and they've got three new parties lined up for the 2024 event! We talk with two of the folks from XLE — Bernie Bergman and Ellie Repka — about all the craziness they have planned for this year. So get ready to dig out your favorite 80s, 90s, or Mad Max cosplays, and let's party in San Diego! #sdcc #sandiegocomiccon #xle #comicconparties
The CON GUY presents a special podcast series: SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON UPDATES. From now until the convention July 24-28, we'll bring you all the information you need to have an awesome time in San Diego. This week: HOTELS!!!! The General Hotel Sale is over, but so many folks were left without a place to stay (or, at least, a downtown spot). What should be their next step? We discuss this in detail, and give multiple options, on this episode. #sandiegocomiccon #sdcc2024 #sdcc
It's our annual WONDERCON AFTERSHOW, where we recap and review the entire Wondercon 2024 event, including the panels, the vendors, the floor, the cosplay, and the collectibles. We also detail what could be improved. For those who couldn't go this year, this is the next best thing!
Wondercon is finally here, arriving in Anaheim March 29-31, and this week our hosts break down everything you need to know: The badges, the hotels, the parking, the floor, the food, and of course, LOBBY CON! We provide your survival guide for San Diego Comic-Con's little sister con!
In PART TWO of our look at the movies of 1984, we spotlight films that are still churning out sequels and nostalgia to this day, including The Terminator ("I'll be back!"), psycho killer Freddy Krueger, a mermaid love story, and so many more movies in that magical year. So join us as we continue back to the time of big hair, leg warmers, Thriller... and Arnold Schwarzenegger one-liners.
1984 was a pivotal year in pop culture—it gave us the LA Olympics, Purple Rain, and Apple Macintosh. But it was also an incredible time for movies, giving us fan-favorite classics that still hold up today, such as Gremlins, Karate Kid, Star Trek 3, Ghostbusters, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, and more! 1984 was the true Revenge of the Nerds at the Box Office.
Percy Jackson is on a dangerous quest. Outrunning monsters and outwitting gods, he must journey across America to return Zeus’ master bolt and stop an all-out war. Based on the best-selling book series, the Disney+ show is among the top five most-watched season premieres in all of 2023. It masterfully weaves together ancient Greek mythology and contemporary settings. On this episode, THE CON GUY dives into all things Percy Jackson—the series, the books, and even the films.
POWER RANGERS! On this episode, we bring you some of the best moments from the panels at Rangerstop Orlando! PLUS, an exclusive interview with Alyson Kipperman Sullivan, the Yellow Ranger from Power Rangers Wild Force, discussing Rangerstop Orlando, her favorite fan interactions, and a brand-new Power Rangers project she participated in with original Black Ranger Walter Jones! And our buddy Ben Himmelreich and his son Noah show us the cool merch they got from Rangerstop. #powerrangers #rangerstop
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