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The Dragon Con Report

The Dragon Con Report

The Dragon Con Report

Dragon Con is one of the ESO Network’s favorite conventions of the year. Dragon Con is the Largest Multi-genre and Pop Culture Convention and Since 2012, we’ve devoted a monthly podcast to countdown to the big event over Labor Day weekend. While you work to perfect your costume, and your batch of apple pie ferments, give a listen to Mike Gordon, Jen Schleusner, Channing Sherman and many others while we deliver all the news, notes, tips, and tricks for newbies and veterans alike.
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The Dragon Con Report - The 2023 Dragon Con Report Episode 1
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01/29/23 • 80 min

We love Dragon Con, but could we love it even more? Mike, Darren, Jen, and Channing discuss some constructive criticism to improve the experience and help make the weekend better than ever.

We want to hear from you! Feedback is always welcome. Please write to us at [email protected] and subscribe and rate the show wherever fine podcasts are found, such as Apple Podcast, Stitcher Radio, Google Play, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, and our new YouTube Channel.

The Dragon Con Report is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, executive Producer Mike Faber.

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DragonCon
The New Dragon Con Report Website
Older Episodes of the Dragon Con Report
DragonCon Newbies
The ESO Network Patreon
ESO Tee Public Store
Dragon Con 2023 Membership
Dragon Con Volunteer Application
Dragon Con Guest Application
Dragon Con Performer Application
Dragon Con Art Show Application
Dragon Con Vendor Application
Dragon Con Parties, Meetups, and More
Dragon Con Newbies Group
The Dragon Con Report YouTube Channel
Legion of Substitute Podcasters
Blurred Nerds
Black Geeks of Dragon Con
CURE Childhood Cancer
Geek Garage Sale

Promos
Drinking with Authors
ESO Network Patreon

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The Dragon Con Report - The 2023 Dragon Con Report Episode 6
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06/19/23 • 98 min

With less than three months until Dragon Con, Mike, Jen, Channing, and Sue review the latest news and newbie tips. And for our main attraction, we are honored to be joined by Co-Chair Rachel Reeves, who shares some of her lifetime memories about growing up with the Dragon!

The Dragon Con Report is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber.

We want to hear from you! Feedback is always welcome. Please write to us at [email protected] and subscribe and rate the show wherever fine podcasts are found, such as Apple Podcast, Stitcher Radio, Google Play, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, and our new YouTube Channel.

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DragonCon
The New Dragon Con Report Website
Older Episodes of the Dragon Con Report
DragonCon Newbies
The ESO Network Patreon
ESO Tee Public Store
Dragon Con 2023 Membership
Dragon Con Volunteer Application
Dragon Con Guest Application
Dragon Con Performer Application
Dragon Con Art Show Application
Dragon Con Vendor Application
Dragon Con Parties, Meetups, and More
Dragon Con Newbies Group
The Dragon Con Report YouTube Channel
Blurred Nerds
Black Geeks of Dragon Con
CURE Childhood Cancer
The New Wonder Warrior Lives Tee Shirt

Promos
Monkeeing Around Podcast
ESO Network Patreon

If you would like to leave feedback or a comment on the show feel free to email us @ [email protected]

Special Guests: Rachel Reeves and Sue Kisenweather.

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The Dragon Con Report - The 2023 Dragon Con Report Episode 5
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05/24/23 • 93 min

For decades, Dragon Con has been known for its amazing cosplay. From the simple to the elaborate, this con has them all. Mike, Jen, and Channing chat with costumers Joe Colton and Keenen O Baker about what it takes to produce their designs on a yearly basis. All this, along with the latest news and guest announcements.

The Dragon Con Report is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber.

We want to hear from you! Feedback is always welcome. Please write to us at [email protected] and subscribe and rate the show wherever fine podcasts are found, such as Apple Podcast, Stitcher Radio, Google Play, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, and our new YouTube Channel.

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DragonCon
The New Dragon Con Report Website
Older Episodes of the Dragon Con Report
DragonCon Newbies
The ESO Network Patreon
ESO Tee Public Store
Dragon Con 2023 Membership
Dragon Con Volunteer Application
Dragon Con Guest Application
Dragon Con Performer Application
Dragon Con Art Show Application
Dragon Con Vendor Application
Dragon Con Parties, Meetups, and More
Dragon Con Newbies Group
The Dragon Con Report YouTube Channel
Blurred Nerds
Black Geeks of Dragon Con
CURE Childhood Cancer
The New Wonder Warrior Lives Tee Shirt
Bryan Humphrey: Mad Scientist with a Camera
Joe Colton Cosplay
Keenen’s Aquariustaughtme Cosplay

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Earth Station One
ESO Network Patreon

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Special Guests: Joe Colton and Keenen O Baker .

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The Dragon Con Report - The 2023 Dragon Con Report Episode 9
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09/28/23 • 113 min

Dragon Con 2023 is over. Mike, Jen, and Channing have recovered enough from the wild weekend to review the highs, the lows, favorite costumes, panels, celebrity encounters, and other moments. Long live Dragon Con 2024!

The Dragon Con Report is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber.

We want to hear from you! Feedback is always welcome. Please write to us at [email protected] and subscribe and rate the show wherever fine podcasts are found, such as Apple Podcast, Google Play, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, and our new YouTube Channel.

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DragonCon
The New Dragon Con Report Website
Older Episodes of the Dragon Con Report
DragonCon Newbies
The ESO Network Patreon
ESO Tee Public Store
Dragon Con 2023 Membership
Dragon Con Volunteer Application
Dragon Con Guest Application
Dragon Con Performer Application
Dragon Con Art Show Application
Dragon Con Vendor Application
Dragon Con Parties, Meetups, and More
Dragon Con Newbies Group
The Dragon Con Report YouTube Channel
Blurred Nerds
Black Geeks of Dragon Con
CURE Childhood Cancer
The New Wonder Warrior Lives Tee Shirt

Promos
Earth Station One
ESO Network Patreon

If you would like to leave feedback or a comment on the show feel free to email us @ [email protected]

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The Dragon Con Report - The 2023 Dragon Con Report Episode 7
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07/30/23 • 99 min

Michael, Jennifer, and Channing are joined at the restaurant round table by Mallory Sides to discuss the dining dilemma at Dragon Con. Plus, Kevin Bachelder advocates for Newbies and we review all the latest news and announcements as the con looms large on the horizon.

The Dragon Con Report is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber.

We want to hear from you! Feedback is always welcome. Please write to us at [email protected] and subscribe and rate the show wherever fine podcasts are found, such as Apple Podcast, Stitcher Radio, Google Play, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, and our new YouTube Channel.

Links
DragonCon
The New Dragon Con Report Website
Older Episodes of the Dragon Con Report
DragonCon Newbies
The ESO Network Patreon
ESO Tee Public Store
Dragon Con 2023 Membership
Dragon Con Volunteer Application
Dragon Con Guest Application
Dragon Con Performer Application
Dragon Con Art Show Application
Dragon Con Vendor Application
Dragon Con Parties, Meetups, and More
Dragon Con Newbies Group
The Dragon Con Report YouTube Channel
Blurred Nerds
Black Geeks of Dragon Con
CURE Childhood Cancer
The New Wonder Warrior Lives Tee Shirt
Dragon Con Foodies
Fans for Christ
Chad Sides

Promos
Earth Station Trek
ESO Network Patreon

If you would like to leave feedback or a comment on the show feel free to email us @ [email protected]

Special Guests: Kevin Bachelder and Malory Sides.

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The Dragon Con Report - The 2023 Dragon Con Report Episode 2
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03/05/23 • 128 min

Join Michael, Jen, and Channing as we explore all the Dragon Con host hotels. Which one is the best for you (provided you can get a room)? Plus, forming a new fan track with Theater and Performing Arts Lovers Gary and Sarah and we toast in tribute to our dearly departed friend and cohost, Darren Nowell.

The Dragon Con Report is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Executive Producer Mike Faber.

We want to hear from you! Feedback is always welcome. Please write to us at [email protected] and subscribe and rate the show wherever fine podcasts are found, such as Apple Podcast, Stitcher Radio, Google Play, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, and our new YouTube Channel.

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DragonCon
The New Dragon Con Report Website
Older Episodes of the Dragon Con Report
DragonCon Newbies
The ESO Network Patreon
ESO Tee Public Store
Dragon Con 2023 Membership
Dragon Con Volunteer Application
Dragon Con Guest Application
Dragon Con Performer Application
Dragon Con Art Show Application
Dragon Con Vendor Application
Dragon Con Parties, Meetups, and More
Dragon Con Newbies Group
The Dragon Con Report YouTube Channel
Blurred Nerds
Black Geeks of Dragon Con
CURE Childhood Cancer
Dragon Con Theater and Performing Arts Lovers Unofficial Group
The Dragon-Con Connection: Rooms, Roommates, and Rides

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But First, Let's Talk Nerdy
ESO Network Patreon

If you would like to leave feedback or a comment on the show feel free to email us @ [email protected]

Special Guests: Gary Mitchell, Russ Eff, and Sarah Rose.

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The Dragon Con Report - Episode 202104: The 2021 Dragon Con Report Episode 4
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04/25/21 • 76 min

Blessed are the folks who honor Dragon Con in their hearts and keep it all the year! Mike, Mike, Darren, and Jen are joined by Mindy Kidd and Chuck Corum, who both help keep the spirit of the con alive via social media communities. Get the vaccine so we can see you at the con!

We want to hear from you! Please email us at [email protected] and subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcast, Stitcher Radio, Google Play, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, or wherever fine podcasts are found.

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DragonCon
The New Dragon Con Report Website
Older Episodes of the Dragon Con Report
DragonCon Newbies
The ESO Network Patreon
ESO Tee Public Store
DragonCon Hotel Connection
Dragon Con Media Relations
Dragon Awards
Dragon Con Superheroes
Dragon Con Newbies
Official Dragon Con Facebook Page
Office Dragon Con Twitter Account
Dragon Con Parties, Meetups, and More
Dragon Con TV
Dragon Con Volunteer Central
Plus Size Cosplayers of Dragon Con
Dragon*Con (Unofficial) Facebook Group
Dragon Con TV Open Submissions

Promos
Earth Station Trek
The ESO Network Patreon

If you would like to leave feedback or a comment on the show feel free to email us @ [email protected]

Special Guests: Chuck Corum and Mindy Kidd.

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The Dragon Con Report - The ESO 2016 Dragon Con Khan Report Episode 4
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05/01/16 • 139 min

This April we were showered with Dragon Con news! Mike, Mike, Darren, and MaryLouWho report on the details, including this year’s new space allocations. Plus, segments from Michelle Biddix-Simmons, Kevin Bachelder, and Eternal Zan as well as a special interview with “4 Days of Dragon Con” director, Jack Walsh.
Table of Contents
0:00:00 Show Open, Dragon Con 2016, Guest List, Liberty Bill Update, and New Locations in Dragon Con
0:35:48 Drop By Dragon Con w/ Michelle
0:55:28 Eternal Zan – The Atlanta Hilton
1:15:12 Dragon Con Newbies
1:35:16 Nikki Rau-Baker – Geek Behind the Lens
1:55:11 Jack Walsh – 4 Days at Dragon Con
2:15:16 Show Close

DragonCon
DragonCon Newbies
Geek Behind The Lens
DragonCon Hotel Connections
DragonCon Get Me There
Drop By DragonCon
Lady Helhath on Facebook
GA “Religious Liberty” bill
Official Dragon Con statement
Dragon Con Volunteer Info
Has a list of all the Dragon Con hotel/rooms communities including those not on Facebook
Official hotel info
PBA 30 “4 Days of Dragon Con”
Scene Missing and Song Missing
ACSS – Official Charity
Dragon Con Superheroes Team Walk
Dragon Awards

If you would like to leave feedback or a comment on the show please call the ESO feedback line at (404)963-9057 (remember long distance charges may apply) or feel free to email us @ [email protected]

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The Dragon Con Report - The 2024 Dragon Con Report Episode 8
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08/14/24 • 75 min

Surprise! A special edition to this year's DCR

A project near and dear to our hearts here, The Dragon Tales Anthology: Stories, essays, memories, etc. all celebrating the con we love. This book is not officially associated with Dragon Con. This is purely an independent production. Published by New Legend Books edited by Michael Gordon.

A benefit project with proceeds going to two great charities in honor of two great gentle souls:

American Heart Association - Thom Trainor
Lost N Found Youth - Darren Nowell

The theme of the anthology is "Dragon Tales." Stories, essays, memories, etc. all celebrating the con we love. This book is not officially associated with Dragon Con. This is purely an independent production. Published by New Legend Books edited by Michael Gordon.

Joining us this episode are Dragon Tales contributors:

Darin M. Bush, Jerry Chandler, Kevin Eldridge, Bernadette Johnson, Rob Levy, Bobby Nash, James Palmer and Beth Van Dusen.

The Dragon Con Report is a part of the ESO Podcast Network, Producer Jen “Lil’ Bit” Schleusner, Executive Producer Mike Faber.

We want to hear from you! Feedback is always welcome. Please write to us at [email protected] and subscribe and rate the show wherever fine podcasts are found, such as Apple Podcast, Google Play, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, and our new YouTube Channel.

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 Con

American Heart Association

Lost-n-Found Youth

Dragon Tales on Amazon

Episode Video on YouTube

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

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Special Guests: Bernadette Johnson, Beth Van Dusen, Bobby Nash, Darin M. Bush, James Palmer, Jerry Chandler, Kevin Eldridge, and Rob Levy.

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The Dragon Con Report - The ESO 2015 DragonCon Khan Report Episode 8
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08/18/15 • 126 min

Time’s up! The big event is only a couple of weeks away! Mike, Mike, Darren, and MaryLouWho are joined by Nikki Rau-Baker, Michelle Biddix-Simmons, Eternal Zan, and Bewitched Raven to go over the latest news, some last minute tips, and what each is looking forward to this year. Let’s get ready to rumble! We look forward to seeing you at the con!
Table of Contents
0:00:00 Show Open, News, Party Updates, New Guests & Con Tips
1:06:50 Michelle Biddix-Simmons Drop By DragonCon
1:21:50 Eternal Zan Hotel Guide
1:39:50 Cosplay Corner w/ Bewitched Raven
1:51:39 Show Close

DragonCon
DragonCon Newbies
Geek Behind The Lens
DragonCon Hotel Connections
DragonCon Get Me There
DragonCOn Hotel Room Share Transfer Request
DragonCon Eternal Member Facebook group
Bewitched Raven
Bewitched Raven Cosplay on Facebook
Drop By DragonCon
Earth Station Who Live at DragonCon 2015
Earth Station One Live at DragonCon 2015
To transfer your reservation or make any changes to it.
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Marriott is 1-888-266-9432

If you would like to leave feedback or a comment on the show please call the ESO feedback line at (404)963-9057 (remember long distance charges may apply) or feel free to email us @ [email protected]

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How many episodes does The Dragon Con Report have?

The Dragon Con Report currently has 98 episodes available.

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The podcast is about News, Entertainment News, Podcasts and Tv & Film.

What is the most popular episode on The Dragon Con Report?

The episode title 'The 2023 Dragon Con Report Episode 9' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Dragon Con Report?

The average episode length on The Dragon Con Report is 102 minutes.

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Episodes of The Dragon Con Report are typically released every 30 days.

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The first episode of The Dragon Con Report was released on Jun 1, 2014.

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