The Dragon Con Report

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!

Dragon Con 2023 is nearly upon us! Join Mike, Jen, and Channing for our final report before the con. Members of the Cult of DC DJ’s get us in the …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Close encounters of the celebrity kind! Mike, Jen, and Channing review the latest news and guest announcements. And speaking of guests, Hanako Ricks and John Strangeways are our special guests to chat about Dragon Con …

As we pass the halfway point to Dragon Con, Mike, Jen, and Channing review the latest news and check in to the Drunken Dragon Hotel where they are sure to leave with some amazing swag.

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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 …

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 …

Dragon Con 2022 has ended and Mike, Mike, Darren, and Jen have recovered enough to provide a full report on the highs and lows of the weekend. We are …

In our final episode before the con, Mike, Mike, Darren, Jennifer, and Kevin Bachelder are joined by DJ Spider to discuss some essential information to help make your Dragon Con experience the event it can be.

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It's almost time to get the party started! Mike, Mike, Darren, Jennifer, and Kim are joined by Brandon Moore to talk all about the parties within the giant party that are Dragon Con! And what's a party without a DJ? …

We love our DCTV! Mike, Mike, Darren, Jen, and Kim discuss the latest news and guest announcements and Brian Richardson takes us behind the scenes of broadcasting engaging bumpers and other fan-focused content for …

There are now less than 100 days until Dragon Con, the ultimate convention for fans by fans. Mike, Mike, Darren, Jen, and Sue discuss the latest news …

Spring has sprung and the seedlings of new Dragon Con info have sprouted forth! Mike, Mike, Darren, Jen are joined by Tony Gowell fresh from the first Town Hall meeting of the year. He shares his Dragon Con memories of …

Hungry for more information about Dragon Con? Mike, Mike, Darren, Jen, and Michael Falkner serve up some tasty recommendations for diners and dives around the con to satisfy your cravings throughout the weekend. Just …

Recorded via Facebook Live! Folks say you never forget your first time. Mike, Mike, Darren, and Jen are joined by Michael and Sue from the Dragon Con …

Welcome to the New Year! It's a little over 220 days until Dragon Con and there's no time like the present to begin to prepare. Mike, Mike, Darren, and Jen are once again here to help, beginning with reviewing the …

Dragon Con 2021 has come and gone. Mike, Mike, Darren, and Jen finally remove their masks to review the first major in-person convention to be held since early 2020. Plus, an official word from Director of Media …

Dragon Con has recently announced some updated safety protocols so Mike, Mike, Darren, and Jen have recorded a bonus episode to help clarify the …

Dragon Con 2021 is nearly upon us! Mike, Mike, Darren, and Jen are joined by Director of Media Engagement Dan Carroll for the latest news and safety …

Dragon Con is less than 50 days away! Are you ready? Mike, Mike, Darren, and Jen are joined by official media spokesperson Mary Lou to review the latest news and announcements to help you prepare whether you are …

The Dragon Con Report celebrates Pride Month with a gleeful gala complete with a DJ! Mike, Mike, Darren, and Sue Kisenwether are joined by Neon the …

The con will go on! Mike, Mike, Darren, and Jen discuss the latest news concerning Dragon Con 2021 and are joined by Todd Vaarwerk from Dragon Con Disability Services and Dr. Scott Viguie review the challenges of making …

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 …

All signs along the road to Dragon Con 2021 read, "Cautiously Optimistic." Mike, Mike, Darren, and Jen have the latest news and announcements. Plus, we are joined by Kimber McDermott, founder of the Dragon Con Over 40 …

In honor of Black History Month, Mike, Mike, and Darren are joined by Channing Sherman to discuss the con experience from the blerd point of view. BGD was founded on photos and fellowship created by fans for fans, which …

We're back! 2020 is over and there's a lot to be hopeful for in the new year, including Dragon Con!
Mike, Mike, Darren, and Jen are joined by guest …

Dragon Con 2020 went virtual and it was the best that could be done under the current circumstances. Mike, Mike, Darren, Mary Lou, and Jen review …

We are just weeks away from the most unique Dragon Con ever! Mike, Mike, Darren, Mary Lou, and Jen discuss their plans for the virtual event weekend, including what panels they will be participating in, what costumes …

Dragon Con 2020 is going virtual! Despite not being able to be held in the traditional manner, the con will go on. Mike, Mike, Darren, and Jennifer Adams are joined by Dragon Con Director of Media Engagement, Dan …

A short episode as Mike and Mike make an important announcement about the Dragon Con Report podcast. Stay safe everyone, and we'll see you at the con (we hope).

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All dressed up and nowhere to go? Mike, Mike, Darren, and Mary host a conversation with other confined cosplayers. Ravyn, Denshi, and Kameleon Cosplay reflect back on past Dragon Cons with some fun stories and share …

Could 2020 be a year without Dragon Con? Mike, Mike, Darren, and Michelle Biddix-Simmons review some "what if" scenarios as well as general con tips …

The Leap Year gives us one more day to prepare for Dragon Con weekend! Mike, Mike, and Darren make the most of it with Dan Carroll dropping the …

As we enter a new decade, the countdown to Dragon Con 2020 begins with a refreshed and renewed podcast focused on our favorite convention of the year. Mike, Mike, Darren, and Mary reintroduce themselves and reflect on …

Dragon Con 2019 was one for the record books! Mike, Mike, Darren, Mary Lou, and Jennifer Adams have recovered enough to report on the weekend that was the most attended Dragon Con of them all. Plus, a report from Alyssa …

Dragon Con is so close, you can practically taste the apple pie! Mike, Mike, Darren, and Mary Lou review all the last minute news and announcements, along with where to find them throughout the four days. Plus, we hear …

The penultimate podcast for Dragon Con 2019! Mike and Mike report the latest news and announcements, including the Sheraton situation and other hotel …

The countdown to Dragon Con 2019 is starting to heat up and Mike, Mike, Darren, and Mary Lou has the latest news and announcements. Photographers Mark Jamieson and Leigh Willis provide some tips on taking good pictures …

Now that Dragon Con is Thirtysomething, is it still sexy? Mike, Mike, and Darren are joined by Jennifer Adams and DJ Spider to explain why the experienced con still has it going on. Plus, we chat with Concourse Stage …

Thinking about coming to Dragon Con for the first time? Then this is the episode for you! Mike, Mike, Darren, Mary, Kevin Bachelder are joined by Alyssa who has questions about attending the con with her family. Plus, …

Springtime is here and that means sunshine, flowers blooming, and new love. It also means there are only 150 days left until Dragon Con! Mike, Mike, Darren, and Bethany Kesler discuss the latest news and whether of not …

While most of the country suffers from a cold and wintry February, warm up with thoughts of Apple Pie and Dragon Con 2019! Mike, Mike, Darren, and …

Believe it or not, Dragon Con 2019 is a little over 200 days away! Mike, Mike, and Darren are here once again to help prepare for the biggest geek party of the year. We are also joined by Michael Bailey, who honors …

On the season finale of the 2018 Dragon Khan Report, Mike, Mike, Darren, Mary Lou, Ashley Pauls, Michelle, Kevin, and Eternal Zan faced the dragon …

With less than two weeks to go until the Dragon breathes fire upon us, Mike, Mike, and Darren provide the latest announcements and survival tips for braving the beast that is Dragon Con! Plus, Michelle Biddix-Simmons, …

As most of the crew take some much needed prep time for Dragon Con 2018, Mike and Mike sit down with five Track Directors and discuss the challenges …

Only two months until Dragon Con 2018! Mike, Mike, Darren, and Mary help prepare their con bags with assistance from Sue Kisenwether. Plus reports from Michelle Biddix-Simmons, Eternal Zan, and Kevin Bachelder. And …

Do bad things happen at Dragon Con? Of course. Mike, Mike, Mary, Darren, and Kevin Eldridge help with how to handle the worst of times during the best show of the year. Plus reports from Eternal Zan and Kevin Bachelder. …

This episode is dedicated to the Newbies. Each year, many folks experience the thrill of Dragon Con for the first time and Mike, Mike, Darren, Mary, …

Is Dragon Con harmful to your health? That’s the question posed to Mike, Mike, Dakoma, and Michael Falkner. Plus, Allen reports on the status of the …

With just over six months to go until Dragon Con 2018, it is time to prepare and plan. Mike, Mike, Darren, and Mary discuss some ways to save now and spend at the con. Plus, segments from Michelle Biddix-Simmons, …

The countdown to Labor Day weekend has begun! Mike, Mike, Darren, Mary Lou, and Dakoma report on the news and notes, plus share thoughts on one of the more unique features of DC, the five host hotels. Plus, important …

We paneled. We cosplayed. We drank pie. Dragon Con 2017 is in the books. Mike, Mike, Darren, Mary, and Eternal Zan have recovered just enough to tell tales of the epic event, as the final Dragon Con Khan Report for 2017 …

Brace yourselves. Dragon Con 2017 is here! Mike, Mike, Mary Lou Who and Dakoma report the latest news and guest announcements. They, along with Michelle Biddix-Simmons, Kevin Bachelor, Eternal Zan, and many listeners, …

Less than one month before Dragon Con! Mike, Mike, Darren Nowell, and Eternal Zan report the latest news and notes to help prepare for the oncoming …

With around two months to go until Dragon Con, we get the band back together! Mike, Mike, Darren, and Mary discuss the latest news, notes, and more budget tips. Plus, costume predictions! All this along with reports …

Less than 100 days until Dragon Con! With some of the regular crew scrambling to make preparations, Mike and Mary are joined by Angela Pritchett and …

The city of Atlanta roads may be tuning into the dark paths of Mordor, but all trails still lead to Dragon Con! Mike, Mike, Mary Lou Who, and Dakoma have some travel tips for getting to, fro, and around the con. Plus, …

As we march onward to the big event in September, Mike, Mike, Darren, Mary Lou Who, and Nikki Rau Baker present the latest news and announcements as well as tell you the best ways to get your party on at Dragon Con. …

February may be the shortest month of the year, but this one was packed with Dragon Con news. Mike, Mike, Darren, Mary Lou Who, Dakoma, Eternal Zan, and Kevin Bachelder discuss everything from the big guest …

It’s 2017, and a brand new Dragon Con awaits a little more than 200 days from now. Mike, Mike, Darren Nowell, Mary Lou Who, Nikki Rau Baker, and …

The 30th anniversary celebration is over. The mad scramble for hotel rooms for 2017 has begun! Mike, Mike, Darren, Mary Lou Who, and Nikki share their stories from this year’s Dragon Con. We also hear from Eternal Zan, …

Ready or not, the time has come! Dragon Con’s 30th anniversary party is about to begin and everyone is invited. Mike, Mike, Darren, MaryLouWho, and Dakoma report on some last-minute news and then are joined by Nikki …

There’s just a little over a month before the big event! So while you’re sewing your costume, fermenting your pie, training your body, applying for a loan, and waiting for the official app to go online, listen to Mike, …

The big event is only a little over two months away and Mike, Mike, Darren Nowell, Dakoma Sanchez, and Nikki Rau-Baker share all the latest news and announcements. Featuring a frank discussion on diversity at Dragon Con …

There’s less than 100 days until Dragon Con! This year’s event is full of many changes and Mike, Mike, Darren, MaryLouWho and Dakoma Sanchez report …

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 …

We are past the half-way point and Dragon Con is now less than six months away! Mike, Mike, Darren, MaryLouWho, and Dakoma Sanchez provide the latest news, including the announcement of the con’s new partnership! Also, …

The road to Dragon Con 2016 continues! Mike, Mike, Darren, Mary, Nikki, and Eternal Zan provide the newest announcements and news. Dakoma Sanchez discussed the rise and impact of con costuming and Director of the …

The road to Dragon Con 2016 starts here! The big event is nearly eight months away, but it is never too early to plan. Mike, Mike, Darren, MaryLou Who, Nikki Rau-Baker, Eternal Zan, and Dakoma Sanchez discuss what makes …

It has been a month since the big event and the survivors gather to tell tales of the amazing weekend that was Dragon Con 2015. Mike, Mike, Darren, MaryLouWho, Michelle Biddix-Simmons, Kevin Batchelder, Eternal Zan, …

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 …

Behold, the penultimate pre-Dragon Con 2015 report! Mike, Mike, Darren, and Mary Lou Who update you on the latest news and four track directors make …

There’s a little over two months left until Dragon Con 2015. Yes folks, the sh*t just got real! Mike, Mike, Darren, and Mary Lou Who are here to help …

Warning!!! Dragon Con 2015 is fast approaching! Collision imminent in less than 100 days! Learn how to protect yourself from con disaster from the …

Only a little over 100 days left until Dragon Con 2015! Mike, Mike, and Darren help easy the pressure by informing you of the latest news and announcements. Michelle Biddix-Simmons warns of the dangers of stressing out …

Spring is here and for many of us it means that Dragon Con 2015 is less than 150 days away! Don’t worry! Mike, Mike, Darren Nowell, MaryLouWho, and Nikki Rau-Baker will keep you company while you panic! Luckily, we chat …

We’re approaching the half-way point to Dragon Con 2015 and at the rate this year seems to be passing, we’ll be drinking Buckets o’ Rum in no time! Mike, Mike, Darren Nowell, and MaryLouWho present the latest news and …

Last year’s con ended five months ago and we sincerely hope you’ve fully recovered because it is time to prepare for Dragon Con 2015! Mike, Mike, …

This year’s Dragon Con was the biggest ever and survivors Mike, Mike, Darren, and MaryLouWho tell tales of the longest con weekend in 2014. Plus, we have reports from Kevin Bachelder, Michelle Biddix-Simmons, and the …

Dragon Con 2014 is nearly upon us! Amidst the panic and chaos, Mike and Mike offer some last minute announcements and tips courtesy of MaryLouWho, Darren Nowell (with Neon), Nikki Rau-Baker, and Kevin Bacheldor. Plus, a …

ESO presents the penultimate special before the big event! With less than thirty days until Dragon Con, Mike, Mike, Darren, and Mary overstuff this …

Dragon Chon is only two months away! Mike, Mike, Darren, and MaryLouWho check in with the hotel situation. Darren issues a harsh warning, Zan Bowden lets us know what to do with what’s left, and Kevin Batchelder has …

Dragon Con is less than 100 days away and Mike, Mike, Darren, and Mary are here to help! We’ve got the latest news, notes, and guest announcements, along with an in-depth discussion about whether or not the show is …