The Con Guy Podcast
By The Con Guy
The Con Guy PodcastMay 21, 2019
The Con Guy SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON Updates! This episode: HOTELS!!!
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
The Con Guy's WONDERCON 2024 WRAP-UP
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!
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE HEADING TO WONDERCON 2024
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!
PART DEUX! The Movies of 1984—Terminator, A Nightmare On Elm Street, Splash, and More!
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.
The Magic Year of 1984—Celebrating 40 years of Temple of Doom, Gremlins, Ghostbusters, and More!
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.
Is Marvel Studios Finally Getting Back On Track?
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.
The Con Guy Goes Deep With Percy Jackson and the Olympians
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! Best Moments from Rangerstop Orlando, Plus Exclusive Interview with Alyson Kiperman Sullivan, PLUS
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
Power Ranger Selwyn Ward Talks Lost Galaxy, Megaforce, Rangerstop Orlando, and More!
We talk Rangerstop Orlando with Selwyn Ward, who is known for Power Rangers Turbo (1997), Power Rangers in Space (1998), Power Rangers Lost Galaxy (1999), Power Rangers Wild Force (2003), Power Rangers Megaforce (2014) and Power Rangers Ninja Steel (2018). Also, a special message from Davi Santos from Dino Charge. It's a SUPER-CHARGED Power Rangers show!
THE YEAR OF GODZILLA! Too Much of a Good Thing, Or Exactly What We Wanted?
GODZILLA is the Undisputed King of Monsters, and he's having his moment in the spotlight! From the newest theatrical release from Toho, Godzilla Minus One, to the Monarch series on Apple+, to the latest trailer for next year's Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, the giant lizard is everywhere! We discuss the good, the bad, and our favorite moments from nearly atomic 70 years! And collectibles — you've got to see these collectibles!
The Con Guy Presents THE SCARE GUY's HYPE LIST for HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS Hollywood 2023!
Get ready to scream.... with delight! The Scare Season is here, and no none does it better or BIGGER on the West Coast than Universal Studios Hollywood's HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS! On this week's special CON GUY show, we present a presentation from our 'Scarier Side' — THE SCARE GUY show. We rank our most anticipated SCARES from the 8 Haunted Houses and the Terror Tram, plus 3 Scare Zones, 2 new live shows, and Harry Potter's Death Eaters! We've got it all here... If you like the Halloween Season, make sure to subscribe to THE SCARE GUY on Youtube, Spotify, and everywhere you listen to podcasts!
San Diego Comic-Con 2023 Recap: How was SDCC Without the Major Studios?
The Studios didn’t come. The writers didn’t show up. And the actors, for the most part, stayed away—pop culture watchers and pundits predicted a Comic-Con apocalypse. They said fans would revolt. Attendance would drop off. Hotels would be canceled. They predicted this would be the Comic-Con that never was…. Were they right? Or, like the Grinch, did they see that even without all the bright, shiny spectacles, that Comic-Con came anyway?
The Best, Most Interesting Panels at San Diego Comic-Con 2023
With most of the major studios skipping San Diego Comic-Con because of the impending writers and actor strikes, this year might be a tad quieter than some of the most recent years. But don't fret! With the full schedule revealed, we dive in and bring you the best, coolest panels not to mis this year! ALSO, we talk with Tony Kim about his panels, merch, and a cool new offsite.
The Con Guy's 21 REASONS COMIC-CON WILL BE AWESOME THIS YEAR!
With most of the major studios announcing that they're skipping this year's San Diego Comic-Con (mainly because of the writers and actors strike), lots of folks are proclaiming gloom and doom for the event. But not us! Sure, there will be some things we'll miss, but overall, there are so many reasons to believe that this year's event is going to be awesome! Here's 21 reasons — but we're sure there's more!
Inside DOMINION: VOLUME 2, the Brand-New Chapter in the Exciting Sci-Fi Comic Series from Terminus Media
If you like Battlestar Galactica — and who doesn't??? — then this is for you! From comics and graphic novels to audio drama and animation, Terminus Media is producing exciting and meaningful stories that you will love! And their latest is a sci-fi epic about kings, prophets, outterspace battles, and the crumbling of a king as the chosen successor comes. Oh -- and don't forget the promised giant of legend that will put everyone to the test. This is DOMINION Volume 2, The Fall of the House of Saul. This week we're joined by the writer and artist of this brand-new series, who are here to tell us all about the Kickstarter and their plans for future installments.
Everything You Need to Know About the Jurassic Park 30th Anniversary Celebration
In 1993, Steven Spielberg's monumental JURASSIC PARK roared into theaters and convinced us that dinosaurs were real, forever changing motion pictures. It was the biggest (literally) movie of all time, ushering in a whole new era of CGI special effects and shaking up summer blockbuster records. Join us as we reveal the events, screenings, merchandise, and Comic-Con offsites celebrating the 30th anniversary of Jurassic Park, an adventure 65 million years in the making!
Bernie Bregman Takes Us Inside the Biggest Comic-Con After-Parties
Ready Player One, Nick at Nightclub, the Monster Ball, and the Barbie Dream Lounge—Bernie Bregman, of XLE Productions, takes us inside this incredible Party Headquarters, which will be touching down at Parq Nightclub in downtown San Diego for this year's San Diego Comic-Con. It's a party every night!
Is Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 a Fitting Farewell to Marvel's Family of Galactic Misfits?
It looks like it may be the end of the line for James Gunn's beloved Guardians of the Galaxy, the misfit galactic family who argued their way into our hearts, and super-charged the careers of both Gunn and leading man Chris Pratt. Is this third film an adventure for the ages, or the letdown of the year? The Con Guy crew takes aim at Marvel's latest summer blockbuster, pulling no punches in our review of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. #guardiansofthegalaxy #guardiansofthegalaxyvol3 #gotgvol3 #marvel
All the Biggest News and Announcements from STAR WARS CELEBRATION 2023
The Force was strong in London! From new movies, TV shows and animated specials, to the latest cast reveals and updated attractions, we bring you the biggest and most exciting news out of Star Wars Celebration 2023. Buckle your seatbelts — we're jumping into hyperdrive!
THE CON GUY's WONDERCON 2023 AFTERSHOW!
We break down the highs, the lows, and all the action that happened at WONDERCON 2023, from the Walking Dead universe, Wolfpack on Paramount Plus, Power Rangers 30th Anniversary, comic book goodness, a Funko funhouse, and so much more... oh, and we can't forget #LobbyCon--and the Soup Nazi! Join us for a complete roundup of San Diego Comic-Con's little (but growing!) sister convention.
Everything You Need to Know About WonderCon 2023
It's our annual BIG WONDERCON SHOW! It's also our 7th Anniversary (Who'd a thunk it?).... This episode, we go over everything you need to know for an awesome WONDERCON - the badges, hotels, panels, meetups.... and tips for getting the most out of your Con! Wondercon is our hometown event, and we can't wait to see everyone there. Come and wish us happy birthday!
#wondercon #wondercon2023
The Con Guy - Gallifrey One 33 1/3, David Tennant, and all Things Doctor Who
Whovians Rejoice! The world’s largest and longest-running annual Doctor Who fan convention, Gallifrey One 33 1/3, is upon us, and tonight Good Ole Buddy Ben previews the event along with a cohort of fellow Whovians, including superfan Katie Aiani, actor Milo Cote, cosplayer Bruce McLaughlin, That Hashtag Show writer Tom Craven, and cosplayer and costume designer Katie Kawamoto! #doctorwho #doctorwhofandom #gallifrey #tardis #davidtennant #bbcamerica
The Con Guys REACT to James Gunn's DC Movies & TV Announcements
James Gunn announced the next phase of DC Comics at Warner Bros, called Chapter 1: Gods and Monsters. Can James Gunn (and Peter Safran) finally deliver films and TV shows that can rival their Marvel counterparts? Can DC produce filmed entertainment that will stand the test of time? The Con Guys weigh in on which announcements resonated the best with us, whether we believe that DC is entering a new Golden Age, and which projects we can’t wait to see. Go James Gunn! Here’s what we think! #dccomics #warnerbros #jamesgunn #superman #batman
KIDS VS. ALIENS - DIRECTOR JASON EISENER and ACTOR CALEM MACDONALD
When their parents head out of town one Halloween weekend, an all-time rager of a teen house party turns to terror when aliens attack, forcing siblings Gary and his older sister Samantha to band together to survive the night. We talk with the film’s director and co-writer, JASON EISENER, and star CALEM MACDONAL.
A Discussion with Josh Miller, Co-Writer of New Christmas Film VIOLENT NIGHT
Move over ‘Die Hard’, there’s a new R-rated Christmas classic in town! Co-Writer Josh Miller takes us into the creative process of writing the crazy new holiday film, VIOLENT NIGHT. When an elite team of mercenaries breaks into a family compound on Christmas Eve, they aren’t prepared for a surprise combatant: Santa Claus is on the grounds, and he’s about to show why this Nick is no saint.
THE CON GUY REVIEWS HORROR NIGHTS, HALLOWEEN ENDS, and SON OF MONSTERPALOOZA
Michael Myers is all over the place right now, and THE CON GUY/SCARE GUY crew is chasing him to some of the biggest events of the year: Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights (featuring the 1978 Halloween Tribute house), Los Angeles' Son of Monsterpalooza (tons of Halloween film stars), and HALLOWEEN ENDS, the final showdown between Laurie Strode and Michael Myers. #halloweenends #halloweenhorrornights2022 #halloween #monsterpalooza #michaelmyers
THE CON GIRLS — Hocus Pocus 2 and Trick 'R Treat in Theaters for the First Time! (Plus House of the Dragon)
The Con Girls are back and they're getting spooky! It’s the return of the Sanderson Sisters in HOCUS POCUS 2, and Sam’s first time on the big screen in the theatrical release of modern horror classic TRICK R’ TREAT! Throw in a bit of HOUSE OF THE DRAGON, and it’s a bewitching potion for a cool October night.
The Con Guy Celebrates the Movies of the Summer of 1982
Khan, Poltergeist, Bladerunner, E.T. — and the list goes on. 40 Years ago, the Summer of 1982 delivered some of the most iconic films and characters the big screen had ever seen.... or ever will see. It's hard to quantify just how monumental that summer was, but on this week's CON GUY LIVE SHOW, we try out best to tell the story of the summer that forever changed Hollywood.
THE CON GUY CREW PREVIEWS HALLOWEEN 2022 - THE HAUNTED EVENTS, THE MOVIES, THE SEASON
The Con Guys talk about everything that's in store for this year's Halloween Season - Halloween Horror Nights, Knotts Scary, Halloween Ends, and more! Halloween is finally BACK!
The Con Guy and The Scare Guy Crew Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of POLTERGEIST
THEY'RE HERE! As part of our "Summer of 1982" celebration, THE SCARE GUY crew takes a look back at the classic haunted house story POLTERGEIST. When 10-year-old Carol Anne Freeling is pulled from this world into another, her parents enlist the help of ghost-hunters and an exorcist in this horror classic from director Tobe Hooper (Texas Chainsaw Massacre films) and producer and screenwriter Steven Spielberg. Remember: It knows what scares you! #poltergeist #poltergeists #hauntedhouse #horrorstories #ghost #ghosts #stevenspielberg #tobehooper
THE CON GUY Celebrates the 40th Anniversary of E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL
As part of our "Summer of 1982" celebration, THE CON GUY shines the spotlight on the film that cemented Steven Spielberg's reputation as the genius of 80s cinema, and one of the greatest filmmakers of all time — E.T. the EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL! It's the story of a gentle alien left behind on earth, and his friendship with young Elliott. Featuring the debut of Henry Thomas and a scene-stealing Drew Barrymore, E.T. endures as one of the most magical and timeless movies ever made.... from the summer that forever changed films!
THE CON GUY presents THE BEST AND WORST OF SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON 2022!
After two years of pandemic closures, San Diego Comic-Con returned in force, welcoming 130,000-plus fans and industry professionals back to Southern California's Pop Culture Super Bowl—and we were right there in the middle of it all! On this episode, we detail the BEST and the WORST of Comic-Con 2022, from the panels to the offsites to the parties and more!
We Talk With the Writer-Director of New Shark Thriller THE REEF: STALKED
To celebrate Shark Week 2022, we sit down with Andrew Traucki, the writer/director of new Great White shark thriller THE REEF: STALKED. In an effort to heal after witnessing her sister’s horrific murder, Nic travels to a tropical resort with her friends for a kayaking and diving adventure. Only hours into their expedition, the women are stalked and attacked by a great white shark. To survive, they will need to band together and Nic will have to overcome her post-traumatic stress and face her fears in this new film premiering in theaters and on-demand. #sharkweek #greatwhiteshark #shark #sharks
THE CON GUY'S GUIDE TO THE BEST OFFSITES AND PARTIES OF COMIC-CON 2022
Here's our annual guide to the best offsites and parties OUTSIDE of Comic-Con 2022. From HBO to NBC, Amazon and FX, all the big brands are out in force this year, with parties, offsites, photo ops, yachts, art shows, and tons of stuff... even if you don't have a convention badge. We can't all get into all the events, and a lot of them are already sold out, but with so much to choose from, you're gonna find something for everyone!
THE CON GUY PICKS OUR DON'T-MISS PANELS FOR SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON 2022
San Diego Comic-Con released a MONSTER of a programming schedule for its first in-person summer event in three years! From the over-the-top spectacle of Hall H, to the niche and passionate industry panels in the smaller rooms, THE CON GUY crew goes through our picks of the MUST SEE panels at San Diego Comic-Con 2022.
The Con Guy Celebrates the 40th Anniversary of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan
With help from the crew of The Enterprise, Admiral James T. Kirk faces his old enemy, Khan Sing, and must stop him from using the ultimate weapon — the Genesis Device, in Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan. As part of our celebration of the movies of the Summer of 1982, the Con Guy turns the spotlight on the film that saved the Star Trek franchise, and we do it with two Star Trek experts: regular host Derek Samms and frequent guest Thomas Parham, PhD, the author of ‘Hailing Frequencies Open: Communication in Star Trek: The Next Generation.’
3 Weeks til Comic-Con — Guests Tony Kim, Steven Burns, and Panels & Exclusives News
The countdown is on — we're just three weeks out from San Diego Comic-Con 2022, happening July 20-24, and we've got all the latest news about panels and exclusives! Also, special guests Tony Kim (Hero Within) and Stephen Burns give us a sneak-peek at their panels, plus Jake Jarele catches us up on the latest announcements about exclusives at this year's event.
4 WEEKS TIL SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON — HERE'S EVERYTHING WE KNOW NOW!
Comic-con is back! There are just 4 weeks left until San Diego Comic-Con 2022, which means there's so much to find out! From hotels, to parking, to badges (any left?), to offsites and panels, we've got the lowdown on everything you need to know RIGHT NOW... including a special interview about the biggest party of the Con!
Breaking Down Stranger Things 4 Part 1 - A Recap, Review, and Reaction
SPOILER WARNING! This week, we tackle the Netflix phenomenon that’s stealing the summer—STRANGER THINGS 4. When a series of mysterious and gruesome murders again shake the community of Hawkins, Dustin, Max, Nancy, Steve and the whole gang spring into action to try to solve the mystery. It’s the most spine-tingling season yet of STRANGER THINGS, and Derek and Danae Samms — or, as we like to call them, THE SAMMBLINGS — review and take us through the first seven episodes of Volume 4. Watch the episodes first on Netflix, then join in our discussion.
Star Wars Celebration, Obi-Wan, Bob's Burgers, Stranger Things & Top Gun Maverick
This is a HUGE WEEK for Geeks! On this episode, we preview Star Wars Celebration Anaheim, the new Obi-Wan Kenobi series, Season 4 of Stranger Things, Bob's Burgers the Movie, and Top Gun Maverick. Whew! So much happening in one week! The summer's heatin' up fast.
It's Morphin' Time! Celebrating 29 Years of Power Rangers WonderCon 2022 Panel - WonderCon 2022 Panel
IT'S MORPHIN TIME: CELEBRATING 29 YEARS OF POWER RANGERS — Campy, colorful and often over-the-top, the Power Rangers franchise launched in 1993 and quickly exploded into a worldwide phenomenon, a multi-media franchise which endures to this day. Celebrate 29 years of Power Rangers mania with some of your favorite actors from the franchise, including Abraham Rodriguez (Beast Morphers), Brennan Mejia (Dino Charge), Roger Velasco (Power Rangers in Space), and Cameron Jebo and Ciara Hanna (Super Megaforce)!
San Diego Comic-Con, Free Comic Book Day, and Jurassic World Dominion
The "con season" is really heating up, with the Grandaddy of them all, San Diego Comic-Con, 11 weeks away. This episode we discuss everything we know so far about SDCC, along with a preview of some of the biggest events in the next three months. PLUS, this Saturday Free Comic Book Day returns--here's what you need to know. And we respond LIVE to the new Jurassic World Dominion trailer!
THE CON GUY'S WONDERCON 2022 WRAP-UP SHOW (with Power Rangers Interviews!)
WonderCon 2022 kicked open the doors of fandom and jumpstarted the year's Convention Season with gusto! From the panels to the merch to the cosplay, WonderCon welcomed the fans back to Anaheim and proved that, "Yeah, baby! Comic Cons are back!" This week we wrap up our favorite moments (and challenges) of the event, and take a look at own Power Rangers panel — our best ever! — and our first-ever booth on the convention floor. We even had Potsy and Ralph from Happy Days!
THE CON GIRLS - WHY DO WOMEN LOVE TRUE CRIME MYSTERIES?
The Night Stalker. Los Feliz Murder House. The Ripper. Not Another True Crime Podcast.... Murder, Betrayal, Love, Hate... Why does it seem that women, in particular, are so fascinated by True Crime Stories? What are some of your favorites? And which mysteries can't you stop obsessing over? This week, THE CON GIRLS indulge their true crime fascination... it's gonna be killer!
An Interview with JAZZ BADUWALIA, the Blue Ranger from POWER RANGERS BEAST MORPHERS
It's Morphin Time! Actor JAZZ BADUWALIA, who played Ravi Shaw, the Blue Ranger in POWER RANGERS BEAST MORPHERS, talks about getting the role, his favorite part about fan conventions, and why it was so hard to say goodbye his last day on set. PLUS, crossover predictions. He is the first Indian actor to portray a Ranger in the franchise.
THE CON GUY SPOILER-FILLED DISCUSSION of SEASON ONE of the BOOK OF BOBA FETT
What did you think of the first season of THE BOOK OF BOBA FETT? THE CON GUY crew breaks it all down, episode by episode, telling what we liked, what we didn't, and what we hope to see going forward. Vespa Bikes. Tusken Raiders. Luke. Ahsoka. Fennec. And one very, very cute Jedi-in-training. Needless to say, SPOILER WARNING, so put your blast shields up!
THE WEEK IN GEEK Feb 8, 2022 - Star Wars, Star Trek, SPIDER-MAN, Lord of the Rings, and even Fight Club
With so much happening in Geek News right now, THE CON GUY crew takes a look at all the latest announcements and cool updates from fandom at this moment in time: Boba Fett and Mandalorian cross paths again, the Star Trek franchise has SO MANY SHOWS coming, we get a first look at Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power from Amazon, Spider-Man reaches new heights, The Walking Dead just won't die, Supernatural back from the dead, Wondercon, Comic-Con.... and even some Fight Club dust-ups. This week, we round up everything that's getting us excited.
THE CON GIRLS Review Netflix's THE WITCHER Season Two
THE WITCHER season 2 has become one of Netflix's most-watched TV shows of all-time. Join us for this special episode as THE CON GIRLS break it all down! If you're a fan of the show (or just Henry Cavill!), then please join in as we review the episodes of Season Two. Based on Andrzej Sapkowski's novels of the same name, Cavill stars as Geralt of Rivia, a monster hunter on a quest throughout the medieval landscape known as the Continent.
THE CON GUY PREVIEWS EVERYTHING COOL IN 2022 — MOVIES, TV, STREAMING and COMIC CONS!
The most anticipated movies, the biggest TV programs, epic streaming shows, and the fan conventions we've been waiting for — this episode, we say GOODBYE 2021 and we gladly look forward to the best of 2022. Woo hoo! Bring on the fun!
WHAT IS THE FUTURE OF IN-PERSON COMIC CONS & FAN EVENTS
San Diego Comic-Con Special Edition, L.A. Comic Con, Emerald City, Midsummer Scream — What do all these events have in common? They all held IN-PERSON events this year, to varying degrees of success. On this episode, Comic Book writer DAVID BOOHER helps us review the highs and lows of San Diego and L.A. Comic Con, and discusses what 2022 holds. PLUS, it's our holiday episode, so we reveal our Nerdy Christmas Wish List... and what cool new fandoms we might be following next year.