Season 15 of The Dragon Con Report launches with a look back at where it all began.

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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Dragon Con Report Website
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Dragon Con Report YouTube Channel
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ESO Network
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ESO Network Patreon
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ESO Network TeePublic Store
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Dragon Con Parties, Meetups, and More
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Black Geeks of Dragon Con
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Dragon Tales on Amazon
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Watch this episode on YouTube
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Dragon Con Report Intro and Outro attributes:

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Special Guests: Darin M. Bush and Marilyn Teague.

In honor of the upcoming 40th anniversary, we're starting a new series delving into some of the histories of the various cults of our beloved Dragon Con.

There are SO MANY different obsessions us con goers have become enamored with, we couldn't keep them contained to just one episode!

This episode, we're joined by Mera, Joshua, Heather & Maggie to open up the discussion in this new series.

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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Links:
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Dragon Con Report Website
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Dragon Con Report YouTube Channel
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ESO Network
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ESO Network Patreon
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ESO Network TeePublic Store
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Dragon Con Parties, Meetups, and More
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Black Geeks of Dragon Con
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Dragon Tales on Amazon
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Watch this episode on YouTube
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Dragon Con Report Intro and Outro attributes:

Stock Media provided by Blackmid / Pond5
Adventure Of The Pirates - Fantasy, Epic Orchestral Music by Pond5

Stock Media provided by MellauSFX / Pond5
Dragon Fire Roar Sound Effects by Pond5

Special Guests: Heather Stephenson, Joshua Thomas, Maggie Wilson, and Mera Rose.

Dragon Con 2025 Debrief: Highlights, Hiccups, and Planning Ahead

Looking Back at Dragon Con 2025

Join Mike, Jen, and Channing as we sit down to reflect on Dragon Con 2025, sharing both the highlights and the hiccups from this year’s convention. From unforgettable events and standout moments to those small challenges every con-goer faces, we give an honest look back at our experiences.

Planning Ahead for Dragon Con 2026

But we’re not just looking back—we’re already planning ahead! We talk about prepping for Dragon Con 2026, what to expect when hotel booking season opens, and strategies to make sure you’re ready when reservations go live. Plus, we cover how attendees can rate their con experience through the official app and why your feedback matters for shaping future cons.

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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Links:
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Dragon Con Report Website
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Dragon Con Report YouTube Channel
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ESO Network
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ESO Network Patreon
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ESO Network TeePublic Store
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Dragon Con Parties, Meetups, and More
​
Black Geeks of Dragon Con
​
Dragon Tales on Amazon
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Watch this episode on YouTube
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Dragon Con Report Intro and Outro attributes:

Stock Media provided by Blackmid / Pond5
Adventure Of The Pirates - Fantasy, Epic Orchestral Music by Pond5

Stock Media provided by MellauSFX / Pond5
Dragon Fire Roar Sound Effects by Pond5