Brought to you from the wild, wonderful Outer Hebrides, OH!CAST is a geek culture podcast where the Atlantic winds meet the winds of change in fandom, gaming, and all things nerdy.
Tune in for insights, laughs, and plenty of "oh!" moments.
Hosted by Cal MacDonald aka "DeepSpaceHebrides"
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Brought to you from the wild, wonderful Outer Hebrides, OH!CAST is a geek culture podcast where the Atlantic winds meet the winds of change in fandom, gaming, and all things nerdy.
Tune in for insights, laughs, and plenty of "oh!" moments.
Hosted by Cal MacDonald aka "DeepSpaceHebrides"
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Host Callum welcomes Kathleen and John, the masterminds behind OH!CON. However, ironically, they are two of the most difficult guests to nail down for the OH!CAST show! They are the core organizers of the Outer Hebrides Comic Con. John and Kathleen finally sit down to share the full origin story of OH!CON. Indeed, this is a question many people have asked the team for years. We go right back to the beginning of the journey. In addition, we discuss how a full-scale Comic Con was developed in the Outer Hebrides.
The discussion moves beyond the initial idea. Kathleen and John reveal the extensive planning, passion, and sheer effort required to turn the concept into a successful annual event. They talk about the biggest challenges they faced in the early years. Furthermore, they detail how they secured guests and venues in the Hebrides. The founders explain that OH!CON wasn't just built for the existing nerd community. Instead, it was built for the entire island community. Therefore, they passionately discuss the unique atmosphere that only OH!CON creates. This atmosphere is one of absolute acceptance and joy. Consequently, this is clearly a labour of love for both of them.
The hosts reflect on the incredible community legacy of the Outer Hebrides Comic Con. Moreover, they recall the touching stories that sum up the spirit of OH!CON. For instance, John recounts the story of a young boy attending the very first OH!CON. The boy ran off, exclaiming, "These are my people!" Thus, this powerful moment perfectly encapsulates the event’s purpose. They stress that OH!CON provides a space where people can be their authentic selves. They don't have to pretend to be into football or other mainstream hobbies anymore.
Finally, Kathleen and John look forward to the next convention. Consequently, they tease some of the guests and events they are currently planning. Ultimately, this is a deep dive into the heart and soul of the convention and the people who make it happen.
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