Description

In this episode, we chat Easter antics, cosplay plans, and geeky TV like The Last of Us and Daredevil. We explore the highs and lows of conventions, the value of creative passes, and the challenges cosplayers and photographers face today. With plenty of laughs, real talk about balancing hobbies with work, and reflections on authenticity in cosplay photography, it's a fun and thoughtful dive into the nerdy creative world.

Gust Socials:

Annie - Littlemissaniekins - Insta: https://www.instagram.com/littlemissanniekins/

Hosts Socials:

Darren - iPhotoUK - Insta: https://www.instagram.com/iphotouk/

Tom - Switch Photography - Insta: https://www.instagram.com/switch_gn/

Podcast Socials:

Insta: https://www.instagram.com/cosplay.togs.all.things.nerdy/

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZiluyYthAbAUn33wzzPEB?si=1ce7149d67a74db2

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cosplaytogs.all.t

LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/CosplayTogsAndAllThingsNerdy?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=adde6ee7-75be-4b74-a829-fb406f933f8c

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction and Easter Weekend Vibes

02:51 - The Last of Us Season 2 Discussion

05:55 - Daredevil and Emotional Viewing Experiences

08:51 - Recent Movie and TV Show Recommendations

11:52 - Star Wars Celebration and Future Conventions

14:56 - Con Plans and Costs Discussion

22:10 - The Value of Accommodation at Events

23:12 - Creative Passes: The Application Process

24:30 - Entitlement and Expectations Around Creative Passes

26:10 - Financial Considerations for Attending Events

28:06 - Diversity in Creative Pass Approvals

29:40 - Future Event Plans and Collaborations

30:29 - Cosplay Challenges and Event Preparation

31:49 - Upcoming Conventions and Scheduling

39:30 - Exploring New Creative Directions

42:55 - Exploring Out of Con Shoots

45:11 - Balancing Hobbies and Day Jobs

47:56 - Understanding Rights in Cosplay Photography

51:21 - Navigating the Cosplay Community's Challenges

57:55 - The Need for Community Reset

01:02:55 - Gaming and Escapism in Cosplay

01:10:34 - The Evolution of Gaming Genres

01:11:50 - Anticipated Game Releases

01:15:04 - Animation and Visual Storytelling

01:16:30 - The Future of Gaming and Film

01:17:59 - Personal Interests and Hobbies

01:21:46 - The Importance of Authenticity in Photography

01:29:05 - Realism vs. Idealism in Media

01:39:25 - Closing Thoughts and Future Plans