What happens when you wander the halls of Dragon Con and take one wrong turn? You might just end up in the Trackrooms.

Join us for the latest Dragon Con Report as we catch up with two fan-favorite programming tracks: Digital Media and American Sci-Fi Classics. Inspired by the eerie internet phenomenon The Backrooms, our "Trackrooms" theme is all about exploring the hidden corners of Dragon Con and discovering what makes these tracks so special.

Digital Media Track

Charles McFall returns from the Digital Media Track to hear some of what to expect for this year. Podcasting, content creation, streaming, mixers & more - we get a preview of the panels and events that you won't want to miss.

American Sci-Fi Classics Track

We also wander over into the beloved American Sci-Fi Classics Track, where nostalgia reigns supreme. Joe Crow & Gary Mitchell are back to chat movie lock-ins, anniversaries and maybe even Manimal?! Whether you grew up with Saturday morning TV, video stores, or watching late-night creature features - this track always delivers laughs, nostalgia and a healthy appreciation for classic science fiction and pop culture.

Don't Get Lost

Time to slowly begin planning your con schedule? Why not add some hidden gems?

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

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Special Guests: Charles McFall, Gary Mitchell, and Joe Crowe.

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Dragon Con has always been about finding your people, celebrating creativity and embracing what makes each of us unique. In this special Pride Month episode of The Dragon Con Report, we're joined by Joshua Duart, Chandra Free, Josh Coleman, and one of Dragon Con's beloved resident Klingers, Patric Good for a conversation about the LGBTQIA+ community at Dragon Con.

We explore what makes Dragon Con feel like home for so many fans and why the convention has become a place where people can truly be themselves.

Is Dragon Con a Safe Space?

One of the biggest topics of the discussion is what it means to feel safe and welcomed at a convention the size of Dragon Con. Our guests share their own experiences, discussing how the community has supported them through the years and why they believe Dragon Con continues to foster an atmosphere of acceptance and belonging.

While no community is perfect, the conversation highlights the importance of creating spaces where everyone feels seen, respected and encouraged to celebrate who they are.

Pride Events and Representation

From organized events to informal gatherings throughout the weekend, Dragon Con offers countless opportunities for LGBTQIA+ fans to connect and celebrate together.

We discuss some of the events attendees can look forward to, the growing visibility of LGBTQIA+ representation across the convention, and why representation matters both on and off the stage.

Costumes, Creativity, and Self-Expression

Cosplay has always been one of Dragon Con's defining features and for many fans it provides another avenue for self-expression.

Our guests share thoughts on costumes, gender expression through cosplay, and the freedom Dragon Con provides for attendees to experiment, create and simply have fun without fear of judgment.

Why Dragon Con Feels Like Home

At its heart, this episode is about community.

Joshua, Chandra, Josh, and Patric reflect on the experiences that keep bringing them back year after year. Their stories serve as a reminder that Dragon Con is at its best when everyone is welcomed, celebrated and encouraged to be themselves.

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

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Special Guests: Chandra Free, Josh Coleman, Josh Duart, and Patric Good.

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This month, Jen, Mike & Channing sit down with Beau from the Dragon Con Puppetry Track, along with special guests Bob & Carl, The Sci Fi Janitors.

From foam, felt, and fabrication to live performances and character work, the crew digs into what it really takes to bring puppets to life on stage and on screen. They also talk about the creativity, teamwork, technical challenges, and happy accidents that happen behind the curtain.

Whether you love practical effects, convention performance, comedy, or just want to know how these characters go from piles of materials to believable personalities, this episode pulls back the curtain on the craft of puppetry at Dragon Con.

Plus: stories from the track and why puppetry continues to connect with fans of all ages.

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The shadows are deep, the music is loud and the creatures of the night have claimed another episode of the Dragon Con Report. This time, we’re joined by the directors from the Urban Fantasy and Horror Tracks at Dragon Con, along with legendary Goth Party DJ - DJ Ichabod, for a conversation packed with storytelling, music, and late-night energy.

From modern monsters and supernatural storytelling to dance floors filled with black velvet and industrial beats, this episode explores why these tracks continue to be fan favorites year after year.

Exploring the Worlds of Urban Fantasy & Horror

We dive into what defines urban fantasy and horror in today’s landscape and how both genres continue evolving with new creators, fresh perspectives, and changing audience tastes.

Whether you love supernatural detectives, haunted cities, cosmic terror or creatures lurking in dark alleyways - there’s something here for every fan of the strange and unusual.

Building Dragon Con Programming

Creating programming for Dragon Con involves balancing longtime fan favorites with exciting new ideas and the Urban Fantasy and Horror Tracks are no exception.

The track directors also share insight into what makes Dragon Con audiences unique and why these genres connect so strongly with convention fans.

Inside the Legendary Dragon Con Goth Party

No conversation about these tracks would be complete without discussing one of Dragon Con’s most iconic late-night events: the Goth Party.

The result is part dance club, part vampire ballroom, part sleep-deprived fever dream fueled by excitement and excellent music.

Music, Mood & Fandom Energy

Horror and urban fantasy are about more than books and movies. Atmosphere matters. Music matters. Community matters.

This episode explores how music helps shape fandom experiences and why events like the Goth Party become lasting memories for Dragon Con attendees year after year.

Why These Tracks Continue to Thrive

One of the biggest themes throughout the conversation is community. Fans return to these tracks because they offer welcoming spaces for creativity, self-expression and shared enthusiasm for all things eerie, magical, and delightfully strange.

Whether through storytelling panels, late-night parties or hallway conversations with fellow attendees - these tracks help create the unforgettable energy that defines Dragon Con.

For more Dragon Con coverage, interviews, and fandom discussions, keep following the Dragon Con Report throughout the season.

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This episode, we sit down with Caro and Rob from the Brit Track to explore one of Dragon Con’s most charming and cheeky programming tracks. From British pop culture and fandom deep cuts to tea-fueled panels and a healthy dose of wit, Brit Track brings a unique flavor to the con experience.

We dig into what makes Brit Track a fan favorite, how the team curates its programming, and what attendees can expect this year.

Whether you're a die-hard Anglophile or just Brit-curious, this conversation is packed with insights, laughs, and plenty of reasons to add Brit Track to your Dragon Con schedule.

Grab your cuppa and join us as we celebrate the fandoms, fandom culture, and community spirit that make Dragon Con feel like a global gathering.

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

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In honor of Dragon Con’s 40th anniversary, Mike, Jen, and Channing are joined by longtime Dragon Con attendee Darin M. Bush, along with a bonus appearance from Marilyn Teague, to discuss what Dragon Con was like at its very first show and how it has grown and evolved over the past four decades.

From early days of a much smaller convention footprint to the massive, multi-hotel fan experience Dragon Con is known for today, this episode explores how fandom, community, and the con itself have changed while still holding on to the spirit that made Dragon Con special from the start. Along the way, the conversation is filled with personal memories, historical insight, and a whole lot of love for a fan-run convention that continues to define what Dragon Con is all about.

Whether you’re a decades-long attendee or gearing up for your first Dragon Con, this Season 15 premiere is the perfect way to celebrate forty years of cosplay, creativity, and community.

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Special Guests: Darin M. Bush and Marilyn Teague.

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