Summary In this episode of the Con Culture Convo, hosts Tim Hyde and Chris Bower discuss the impact of recent elections on conventions and vendor sales. They explore how economic factors influence consumer spending at conventions, share personal experiences from recent events, and analyze sales trends in relation to the political climate. The conve…

In this episode, Tim Hyde and Chris Bower delve into the history and evolution of the Motor City Comic Con, exploring its origins, growth, and the changing landscape of comic conventions. They discuss personal experiences, the transition from comic-focused events to celebrity-driven shows, and the impact of these changes on attendees and vendors al…

New York Comic Con 2024 Review! The conversation dives deep into the experiences of attending and exhibiting at New York Comic Con 2024, highlighting the challenges faced during setup, the flow of sales across the days, and the overall costs associated with the event. The hosts share personal anecdotes about their experiences, frustrations with the…

Summary In this conversation, the hosts discuss the impact of recent hurricane cancellations on conventions, particularly focusing on the Bridgerton Ball, which turned out to be a disastrous event. They share their experiences with poorly organized conventions, including Fandemic and DashCon, highlighting the challenges vendors face and the resilie…

Summary In this episode of the Khan Culture Convo, hosts Chris Bauer and Tim Hyde discuss their experiences at FANX in Salt Lake City, including Tim's recent vacation in Spain, the loading process, sales performance, and the impact of celebrity guests on vendor experiences. They reflect on the overall impressions of the convention, the challenges f…

Join Bigtime Chris Bower and Tim as they have a convo with Mike Bergy, the exhibitor floor manager for Rhode Island Comic Con. We talk the INSANE guest list (Including the controversial Jojo Siwa!), attendance presale numbers, what vendors & artists should expect, and even get into a HEATED Star Wars discussion! Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the C…

In this episode, Big Time Chris Bower and Tim discuss their experiences as vendors in the comic convention scene, sharing insights on how to navigate the landscape, find shows, and evaluate their potential success. They emphasize the importance of networking with other vendors, understanding the second year curse of conventions, and utilizing socia…

Summary In this episode of Con Culture Convo, hosts Chris Bower and Tim Hyde discuss the recent Emmy Awards, highlighting the success of the show Shogun, which won 18 awards. They delve into the future of Marvel, particularly the X-Men franchise, discussing potential casting choices for Wolverine and Rogue. The conversation takes a turn towards the…

In this episode, Bigtime Chris Bower and Tim Hyde review their experiences at Colorado Springs Comic Con and Soda City Comic Con. They discuss the evolution of these conventions, vendor experiences, sales performance, and the overall atmosphere of each event. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by vendors, including attendance fluctuat…

Summary In this conversation, Tim Hyde and Chris Bower interview Ben Penrod, the promoter behind Awesome Con and other comic conventions. They discuss Ben's background in con promotion, the growth of his shows, and his upcoming event, MadEx. Ben shares his philosophy of prioritizing vendor satisfaction and creating a positive experience for attende…

A Wasabicon NIGHTMARE for Artists! ANOTHER Galaxycon City For 2025! Scams On Food Prices & Banning Batteries At Cons. Join The Convo!Door Con Culture Convo

Join "Big Time" Chris Bower and Tim Hyde as they review Deadpool & Wolverine! A Review Convo...Door Con Culture Convo

Chris and Tim review Steel City Con August 2024 as vendors. They discuss load-in, load-out, sales and traffic for each day of the Con and we break down the expenses of Steel City Con for both!Door Con Culture Convo