We’re just a day away from Dragon Con 2025, and who better to help us prepare than Regina, Senior Director of Programming?



In this episode, Jon and Leigh discuss with Regina everything from App updates to self-care, blood drives to mental health, and charity to volunteers.



This year’s official partner is NAMI Georgia. Every dollar donated is matched by Dragon Con up to $150,000. Give at the charity booth in the Marriott or through QR codes around the con.



Regina also shares personal reflections on why kindness and community matter. Dragon Con isn’t just about panels, parties, or cosplay – it’s about finding your people.



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In this episode, Jon and Leigh chat with the Dragon Con Theater and Performing Arts Lovers (LinkTree) community leaders Sarah Rose, Leanne, and Christine, who share how the group went from a simple idea to one of the most vibrant creative corners of the con.



Highlights for 2025 include:




* Subspace Rhapsody Picture Show – A shadowcast of the Strange New Worlds musical episode.



* Sing-Along Panels – Les Misérables (45th anniversary) and The Sound of Music.



* Workshops – Wig styling, costume craftsmanship, and theater-meets-cosplay sessions.



* Fun Track Collabs – Gaming, Puppetry, and Science




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Dragon Con is a family affair- and nowhere is that clearer than the Kids Track.



In this episode, Jon and Leigh sit down with track director Jonathan to explore the wide range of programming designed for families. Highlights include:



Arts & crafts, storytelling, board game design workshops, and a post-parade play area for little ones to burn off energy. The beloved Fort-Building Contest, a Family Dance Party, and the annual Character Encounters.



Special Partners like Dad’s Garage Improv brings family-friendly shows and workshops, the Dragon Con Theater Lovers Group leads kids in musical theater activities, and the Children’s Museum of Atlanta hosts a Science Extravaganza.



There are also discussions on parenting tough topics, fan fiction & safe browsing, and raising geeky kids in today’s digital world.



Located in the Hyatt International Tower, the track offers a welcoming hub for families who want to make Dragon Con a true multigenerational event.



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The Alternate & Historical Fiction Track is one of Dragon Con’s most eclectic offerings- part book club, part costume party, part history lesson, and all fun. In this episode, Jon and Leigh highlight the track’s 2025 programming with its director, Liz.



Highlights this year include:




* Dragon Con History Panels – nostalgic looks back at the con’s early days.



* “Mrs. Roper 101” – fixing the generational gap.



* The Dragon Con Catillion – Bridgerton meets fandom, complete with coronations of Dragons of the Season.



* The Timber Formal – an Art Nouveau-themed dance.



* Tea Duels – equal parts elegance and absurdity, judged with ruthless precision.



* Splendid Teapot Racing – Teapots RC cars running obstacle courses



* Musical Sing-Alongs – Hamilton, Les Misérables (45th anniversary), and The Sound of Music. Fans also vote on charity sing-along face-offs




Authors Jim Butcher, Charlaine Harris, Elizabeth Bear, and fan-favorites like Gail Martin and Leanna Renee Hieber will be on hand for Q&As and panels, covering everything from writing craft to scandalous true history stranger than fiction.



And of course, there’s late-night pirate improv (18+ only), charity book swaps, and a scavenger hunt to keep fans engaged all weekend.



The track is located in the Courtland Grand Hotel. For updates, follow them on Facebook.



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If Dragon Con is your kind of happy chaos, Disability Services is the part that keeps it manageable.



In this episode, Alex and Todd explain how to get an assessment, what the sticker system covers (seat‑in‑line/end‑of‑row, wheelchair seating, proximity, sightline), safe‑spaces for service dogs, and the medical tag.



They also outline realities in the big rooms: line caps with tickets, one companions, and a focus on getting you in the room.



Remember: No flash photography! It’s not just distracting and pointless – it is also an accessibility issue. For community help, check Dragon Con with Disabilities (official FB group) and the DS team’s resources (including Alex’s short “Your Quest for Dragon Con” video and an all-knowing AI (Intercom)).



Stop by DS early (Thursday if you can), get assessed, grab the right sticker(s), and enjoy the show with less stress.



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In this episode, Jon and Leigh are joined by track director Carol, who takes us on a tour of what’s in store for the Urban Fantasy Track at Dragon Con this year. You won’t want to miss great events like the Buffy Horror Picture Show (now with two back-to-back showings) or when Charming Disaster brings their gothic-inspired music to the stage.



This year’s guest list is stacked, featuring stars from The Magicians (Hale Appleman, Olivia Taylor Dudley) and Buffy the Vampire Slayer (Marc Blucas, Emma Caulfield), along with powerhouse authors like Jim Butcher, Charlaine Harris, and Patricia Briggs.



The Battle of the UF Tracks returns, letting fans “vote” for their favorite shows or books with donations that all benefit NAMI Georgia.



Located in the Westin, the Urban Fantasy track is easy to find and impossible to forget.



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Leigh and Jon are joined by fan favorite and 20+ year Dragon Con attendee Eternal Zan. Zan has spent years helping fans decode hotel blocks, shuttle routes, app quirks, and the ever-expanding schedule that makes Dragon Con both magical and overwhelming.



In this episode we cover:




* Survival strategies for navigating the con hotels



* Balancing panels, cosplay, and parties (without burning out)



* How the Dragon Con app is both your best friend and your biggest test of patience



* Food and drink tips



* Keeping the Dragon Con spirit front and center, even when things don’t go to plan




Zan also shares personal stories and reminders that make Dragon Con special – it’s not just about the celebrity panels or cosplay contests, but the random encounters and late-night conversations that become lifelong memories.



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Jon and Leigh suit up with Karen and James from Dragon Con’s Military Sci-Fi Media Track to talk about all the out-of-this-world programming coming in 2025.



From the track’s Stargate origins to its expanded lineup covering Babylon 5, Firefly, The Orville, Farscape, Halo, and more, this episode is loaded with panel previews, fan-favorite guests, and behind-the-scenes stories. You’ll hear about interactive events like the Firefly “Jaynestown” interactive viewing, the Onesie Mixer, and the Can’t Stop the Signal Dance Party.



Plus, we spotlight their massive charity efforts for NAMI Georgia—including a Serenity-themed charity challenge coin, the Don S. Davis Memorial Charity Auction, and fun fundraising games that bring the community together. Whether you’re in it for the panels, the parties, or the philanthropy, Military Sci-Fi Media is ready to welcome you aboard.



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In this episode, Jon and Leigh chat with Beau Brown and Brodrick Jones, who take us from their first days as a teenage puppeteers to producing late-night puppet slams that draw standing-room-only crowds.



The Puppetry Track events this year, include:



Muppetology Panels featuring Dave Goelz (Gonzo) and Bill Barretta (Pepe the King Prawn)



Ultimate Ninja Puppet Warrior competitions.



The Shadow Puppet Cryptozoology Lab and the Puppet Tea Party



And (fingers crossed) the Fozzie Bear Studebaker, restored and rolling.



Bonus: Your Dragon Con badge also scores you discounted admission to the Center for Puppetry Arts.



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Dragon Con isn’t just panels and cosplay—it’s also about breaking bread (or bao buns) with friends old and new. In this episode, Jon and Leigh break down the some of the best places to grab a bite, host a meetup, or simply recharge your social battery.



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In this episode, Jon and Leigh chat with Dr. Vaughn, assistant director of the Dragon Con Science Track. Vaughn literally wrote his PhD dissertation on Dragon Con.



Vaughn offers a deep look into how science has become such an accessible and joyful part of the Dragon Con experience. With panels covering topics such as Science vs. Movies, microbiology, space travel, and why your cheese addiction might be science-approved, if you’re headed to Dragon Con 2025, the Science Track might just be your missing ingredient.



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Sue from the Science Fiction Literature Track joins Leigh and Jon to unpack the universe of panels, authors, and literary geekery headed to Dragon Con 2025. This year’s spotlight is on military science fiction, but that’s just a launchpad into a multiverse of storytelling styles—from hard science to space fantasy.



We dive into the world of cross-media series like The Expanse, unpack the rise of self-published success stories like Dungeon Crawler Carl, and get a preview of who’s coming to town (spoiler alert: Kevin J. Anderson fans, rejoice). Sue also shares how the track balances genre crossover, author Q&As, and trivia games.



Whether you are Team Kindle, Team Audiobook, or ride-or-die for paperbacks be sure to check out the Sci-Fi Lit Track during your Dragon Con journey.



Zero track crimes were committed in the making of this podcast. Probably.



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In this episode of 50 Days of Dragon Con, Leigh and Jon welcome Beth, director of the Silk Road Track, for a tour of one of the con’s most vibrant cultural showcases. The Silk Road track covers everything from martial arts and origami to anime legends… and K-dramas. This year will feature four-hour K-pop dance party with dual DJs AND blinky things… all for charity!



They discus the 60th anniversary of Gamera, K-pop idols as Olympic-level performers, panels on Korean dramas, belly dance socials, and cultural storytelling.



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In this episode of 50 Days of Dragon Con, Leigh and Jon sit down with Max, Director of The Daily Dragon – Dragon Con’s official news and schedule update source.In both print and digital form, the Daily Dragon delivers up-to-the-minute schedule changes, volunteer shoutouts, interviews, event highlights, party locations, and more to Dragon Con family.



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Fantasy Literature at Dragon Con director Cisca chats with Leigh and Jon during this text heavy episode of 50 Days of Dragon Con.Check out the Fantasy Literature Facebook GroupLeave us a voicemail: (813) 321-0884Shop The Unique GeekSuggest a 50 Days Podcast Idea



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Jennifer, the director of the Fantasy Track at Dragon Con, joins Jon and Leigh for this high flying episode of 50 Days of Dragon Con.Check out the High Fantasy Facebook GroupLeave us a voicemail: (813) 321-0884Shop The Unique GeekSuggest a 50 Days Podcast Idea



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Kevin from the Newbies Group joins Jon and Leigh for this episode of 50 Days of Dragon Con.Check out the Newbie Facebook GroupHear move Kevin on Tuning Into Sci Fi TVHere’s Kevin’s LinkTree



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Today’s podcast is a re-run (or classic, if you will) from 2015! It features Leigh and JJ reviewing the con-goer’s 4-2-1 rule.



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It’s that time of the year again! Jon and Leigh are back to discuss all things Dragon Con. Join us as we kick off the 2025 season!



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As is tradition, Regina the Senior Director of Programming joins Leigh and Jon to usher put another season of 50 Days of Dragon Con!
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