Red Bard is a YouTuber, writer,
medievalist, longtime congoer, and self-proclaimed “yaoi paddle
historian” whose work mostly focuses on anime and anime fan culture from
yesteryear. Their channel boasts over 250,000 subscribers and millions
of views. Among their favorite achievements: They made the first
comprehensive history of the yaoi paddle, created an over two-hour-long
video on the events of Izumicon 2018, and became the first person to
post the formerly lost “Evangelion AIDS PSA.”
Have you always wanted to take the dive into the wide world of One Piece but the length is too daunting? For newcomers drawn in by the nautical theme, we give an intro to One Piece’s world, characters, and why the sea is the soul of the story. We'll share recommendations for where to start (anime, manga, live-action).
Shipping can be a fun part of fandom, but it can also spark intense conflicts. This adult-focused discussion looks at how shipping culture sometimes leads to entitlement, harassment, and heated debates within fan communities. Panelists examine how romantic preferences can turn into moral arguments and why some fandom spaces become so combative. Join us for a frank conversation about the dynamics behind shipping wars.
Fresh off the series-finale screening, join Sean Chiplock (the voice of Kinger) to process everything that just happened! Sean will discuss the journey of bringing Kinger to life, his reactions to the series conclusion, and behind-the-scenes stories from the entire production. Whether you’re looking for closure or just want to hear from the "hoo-ha" king one last time, this is the perfect post-show wrap-up.
From the chilling Illumi in Hunter x Hunter to the noble Dimitri in Fire Emblem, Chris Hackney has a knack for playing characters with intense conviction. Join Chris for a deep dive into his career, his transition from music to acting, and how he finds the heart in every character—no matter how heroic or sinister they may be.
How do you take a Japanese script and make it sound natural in English without losing the heart of the original story? As the writer behind the English scripts for Delicious in Dungeon and The Promised Neverland, Erica Mendez pulls back the curtain on the adaptation process—from matching lip flaps to translating cultural nuances.