Ever dreamed of meeting your heroes at fan-cons but were too terrified by the confusing rules and SHOCKING hidden costs? You're not alone. This is the ULTIMATE guide to conquering the con scene.
Join host Vedant Akhauri as he interviews veteran con-goer Aaron Bossig (Author of Convention Survival Guide: How to make the most of your first sci-fi, fantasy, or comic con). He reveals tips that can make or break your experience.
In this episode, you'll learn about:
- The #1 MISTAKE First-Timers Make: How to choose the PERFECT convention for you
- The SHOCKING TRUTH About Autographs: Why your favorite celebrities charge HUNDREDS of dollars and the eBay scandal that changed the industry forever. We reveal the crowd-control secret behind Kevin Conroy's legendary 2,000-person signing line!
- SECRET Networking Hacks: How aspiring artists and creators can get noticed by industry LEGENDS and launch their careers from the convention floor using QR codes, freebie tables, and other pro-level tricks.
- "Cosplay Is NOT Consent": We dive deep into the CRUCIAL rules of con safety and etiquette. Learn what this phrase means, why it’s non-negotiable, and who to go to if you witness someone breaking the rules.
- Travel & Budget Hacks: Learn how to ship your epic haul home for cheap to avoid insane airline fees and how to navigate getting your cosplay props past the TSA without a hassle or, worse, having them confiscated by security.
- The HIDDEN World of Handlers: Uncover the powerful role these gatekeepers play as an agent, security guard, and secretary to the stars at these conventions. Learn how to get on their good side for an UNFORGETTABLE celebrity interaction.
Whether you're into Marvel, DC, Star Wars, Anime, or Indie works, this episode is packed with game-changing advice that will transform you from a nervous newcomer into a confident con-attending pro.
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