Join Ryan and Alexa as they breakdown the latest Comic Con from an insiders point of view. We are the vendors you see at the shows and we'll give you the real inside scoop. From the celebrity guests, the location and even tips and tricks on how to make your convention experience more enjoyable, we will cover it all for each show. Stop on by and listen to two know it alls drop some knowledge.
This week on Con Job, Dylan is out of commission, so Ryan and Jeremy take the reins! First, we kick things off with a recap of last weekend's events before diving into Megacon's jaw-dropping $600 VIP ticket—what's included, and is it really worth the price? Then, we break down a growing trend in show floor layouts, with wider aisles and larger spaces—how does this impact the overall convention experience? Plus, we've got some wild stories sprinkled in along the way. Tune in and enjoy the ride!
With countless shows out there, how do you pick the right one to attend? This week on the latest episode of Con Job, Ryan, Dylan, and Jeremy tackle the ultimate conundrum: choosing the perfect show. Just like Indy in The Last Crusade, you'll want to choose wisely—and we're here to help!From insider tips to hard-earned lessons, we break down what to look for so you don't waste time or money. Whether you're a vendor, artist, or attendee, this episode will steer you in the right direction.Tune in now and make your next con your best one yet!
This week on Con Job, the Triumvirate takes a quick trip down memory lane, recapping some of the shows they've tackled since the Megacon review. But the real heat kicks in when they dive into the hot-button issue shaking up the con scene—Square's rate hikes! How will it impact vendors, artists, and YOU? Don't miss this must-listen breakdown!
This week onCon Job, the Triumvirate reunites for an in-depth review of the ultimate fan experience—Megacon! With each of us stationed in different areas of the convention hall, we're bringing you a unique, all-encompassing perspective on the show. We dive into the exciting expansion of vendors and artists, break down the hall layout, and share exclusive tips to help you maximize your sales at this massive event. Whether you're a seasoned exhibitor or a first-time attendee, you won't want to miss this insider's look at one of the biggest conventions of the year!
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan, Dylan, and Jeremy dive into their review of Kawacon, the San Antonio anime convention that took place from January 17-19. Could this be an underrated gem in the con scene? Dylan seems to think so! Tune in and find out if Kawacon is worth adding to your must-visit list.
This week on Con Job, the holy triumvirate dives into a lively review of Central Carolina Comic Con, an exciting two-day event Ryan attended on January 11-12 in Columbia, SC. Hosted by VXV Events, this con may be short, but it's packed with enough to make it worth your while. Tune in to hear all the highlights, insider details, and why this show should be on your radar. Let's get into it!
*This week on Con Job!* The Triumvirate is back—and we're bringing along a fan-favorite guest: **Rich Capobianco**, the show-runner behind **MEGACON**! Together, we dive into an exclusive preview of the upcoming event and uncover everything you need to know. From insider tips on parking and load-in to what exhibitors can expect on the show floor, we've got the details covered. But that's not all—Rich also spills the beans on what's in store for next year's **MEGA-sized extravaganza**! Don't miss this action-packed episode. Hit play and get the scoop straight from the source!
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan, Dylan and Jeremy do a run down of their best and worst of 2024. We go over some pretty in-depth info regarding the shows so, sit back and enjoy. Comment on YouTube and Instagram, @ConJobPod, and let us know your best and worst of last year.
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan and Dylan are joined by Jeremy Lentz of Scorched Design as he does a review of Tokyo Comic Con which took place December 6-8 in Tokyo, Japan. This is a good episode to get some details on overseas shows. How to apply, what to expect, getting over there and the cultures and things. Enjoy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan and Dylan are joined by one of Dylan's employees named, Mat. We talk about a show that happened in IL that was called FanFusion. Now, everything immediately thinks of the successful show in Phoenix but this i definitely not it. Tune in and see what happened cause this one is worth the price of admission...At least, for us listeners. Enjoy!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job Ryan and Dylan are joined once again by Tony Santiago. We do a review of Spacecon San Antonio which took place on October 25-27 in San Antonio, TX. Enjoy!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this episode of Con Job, Ryan and Dylan discuss a number of different topics including vending at 18+ shows and also some in-depth info on International shows. Then we just ramble about a number of topics that you might actually find useful. Enjoy!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this episode of Con Job, Ryan and Jeremy get into a review of Twin Cities Con, which took place November 8-10 in Minneapolis, MN. Listen in to hear about how Jeremy's opinions of the show and the ways he thinks this can improve and be a MUST DO show in the future. Enjoy!! Follow us on our socials: Instagram: @Conjobpod Facebook: @Con Job YouTube: Con Job Look for Con Job anywhere you get your podcasts --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan and Dylan talk about the shows remaining for the end of the year. Do they talk about a show you're doing? Tune in and find out. Enjoy!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, the 3 amigo's delve deep into NYCC and give you the 4-1-1 on how to make it a successful show. We all do the show differently, from travel to load in and setup, so we you'll learn tips and tricks to hopefully make it as successful a show as it can be. Because we all know, NYCC is a GANGBANGER!! Enjoy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, we bring you another version of the Long Con. We tackle a few interesting topics; AI art and what that means for the industry. We talk about shows expanding and what it means to expand too fast, too soon. Then we give a very brief wrap up of things to come before the last quarter of 2024. Enjoy!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this episode of Con Job, Ryan, Dylan and Alexa discuss a few items before getting into a review of Anime Houston, which took place September 13-15 in Houston, TX. Listen in to hear about how Dylan had to deal with a fender bender at the show. Enjoy!! Follow us on our socials: Instagram: @Conjobpod Facebook: @Con Job YouTube: Con Job Look for Con Job anywhere you get your podcasts --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this episode of Con Job, Ryan and Alexa discuss advertising for shows and how we feel they should be doing it based on latest trends and also when to start doing it for a show. That's a perfect transition into our review of Fanboy Expo Orlando. Alexa was in person for this show so you can get the inside info on how it went and what could've been done differently. This one is very interesting so Enjoy!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan, Alexa and Dylan do a review of Dragon Con which took place August 30-September 2 in Atlanta, GA. I talk about the show from the art show floor and then we are joined by Jeremy Lentz from Scorched Design and Patent Pop Art and he gives the review of the show from his view on the 2nd floor. So, you get multiple views on this amazing show. Lot's to unpack here from the after-party to the show to the lines and ultimately...The swamp ass. ENJOY! Follow us on Instagram: @Conjobpod Facebook: @Con Job YouTube: Con Job --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this latest episode of Con Job, Ryan and Dylan do another Vendor Spotlight and are joined by Tony Santiago. We go into detail about all the things about his art business. We delve into a number of topics and even talk some about doing overseas shows. Leave a comment and let us know your thoughts. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan and Dylan do a review of Fan Expo Canada. The show took place August 22-25 in Toronto, Canada. We talk about the differences in running shows North of the Border. The border crossing experience, money conversion and much more. Tune in for this one, it's a doozy, EH! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan and Dylan have a discussion about POS Systems. You know, the thing we all use for taking credit cards. We go through some of the trials and tribulations of getting lower fees and how to navigate that treacherous world to lower costs for your company. Leave a comment and let us know what you guys use and what you've done to try to lower your processing fees. Enjoy!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan and Alexa do a review a Tampa Bay Comic Con which took place August 23-25 in Tampa Bay, Fl. We talk about the issues with load-in and why using the docks seems to always be an issue. We also talk in depth about this show going forward and our recommendations on if you should attend. And stick around at the end for a story about a recently deceased wrestler. Enjoy --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's Vodcast of Con Job, Ryan is joined by Dylan West as we do our very first Vendor Spotlight. He's the owner and operator of Pixel Empire and I explain why you'll know his annoying little jingle...We also talk about doing multiple shows in a weekend, hiring employees and we delve into some travel hacks as well. Enjoy!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this weeks episode of Con Job, Ryan and Alexa are joined by Lara Berns from Game of Ham. This time she finally explains what it is and we also do a review of Terrificon, which took place August 16-18 in Uncasville, CT at the Mohegan Sun Casino. Stick around for a funny story about my travels home at the end. You're gonna love it....I think. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan and Alexa and celebrating Episode 200. It's been over 4 years that Ryan has had to deal with Alexa and all of her shenanigans, can you believe they made it so long...They talk about some of their favorite stuff over the past 199 episodes and what the future holds for the pod. Enjoy!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan and Alexa do a review of FanBoy Expo - Knoxville. The show took place, July 12-14 in Knoxville, Tennessee. . --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan and Alexa are back at it again doing a review of Fan Expo Denver, which took place in Denver, CO July 4-7. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan is joined by Dylan West as they interview Alex Wer, the show runner for Fan Expo Denver as we do a preview of the show happening July 4-7 in Denver, CO. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan and Alexa are joined once again by Reese as we do a review of Superhero Comic Con, which took place June 20-23 in San Antonio, Texas. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan is joined once again, by his daughter, Reese as they do a review of Momocon which took place May 24-27 in Atlanta, GA. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan is joined by his daughter, Reese as they do a review of Indy Pop Con, which took place April 26-28 in Indianapolis, IN. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Alexa's back and she and Ryan do a review of Wondercon, which took place March 29-31 in Anaheim, CA. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode on Con Job, Ryan is joined by his loving daughter, Reese as they do a review of Fan Expo Philadelphia which took place May3-5 in Philadelphia, PA. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan is joined by Dylan West from Pixel Empire to do a review of LvL Up Expo which took place in Las Vegas, NV April 26-28. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan is joined by Chris Bower as they do a review of SC ComicCon, which took place, April 6-7 in Greenville, South Carolina. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan is joined by Laura Berns (Game Of HAM) as we do a review of Awesomecon, which took place in Washington DC March 8–10. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan and Alexa are joined by Jeremy Long who is the founder of Huntsville ComicCon. We do a preview of the show that is coming up April 12-14th in Huntsville, Alabama. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan is joined by Jeremy Lentz of Scorched Design and Patent Pop Art as they do a review of Indiana Comic Con, which took place March 22-24 in Indianapolis, Indiana. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this weeks, episode of Con Job, Ryan and Alexa are joined by Brittnee Braun to do a review of Planet Comic Com, which took place March 8- 10 in Kansas City, Missouri --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan and Alexa are joined by Brittnee Braun as they do a review of Emerald City Comic Con which took place February 29th-March 3 in Seattle, Washington. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan and Alexa hit you with another addition of Long-Con. Enjoy --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan and Alexa do a review of Megacon and they are joined by a few other artist and vendors to get their takes on the show as well. It took place February 1-4 in Orlando, FL. Enjoy!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode, Ryan is joined by Dylan West, owner and main artist for Pixel Empire as he gives us his review of LA Comic Con, which took place December 1-3 in Los Angeles. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan and Alexa are joined by Rich Capobianco, Account Manager at Fan Expo as we do a preview of MegaCon, which takes place February 1-4th in Orlando, FL. Follow us on Instagram @ConJobPod --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
Your favorite convention related podcast is back with a Special Edition pod to discuss the news of Amazing Comic Con Aloha cancelling its show barely a month out and we discuss the aftermath of that and give our thoughts on how and why this happened. Leave us your comments --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan and Alexa are joined by Alex Wer, a sales manager for Fan Expo. We do a preview of his show, Fan Expo Portland which takes place January 12-14 in Portland, Oregon. Enjoy!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan and Alexa do a run down of their best and worst of 2023. They discuss many different topics regarding these shows so sit back and enjoy. Follow us on Instagram, @ConJobPod and let us know your best and worst of last year. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this special edition episode of Con Job, Ryan and Alexa are joined by Autumn Hathaway from Fan Expo to discuss a preview of Fan Expo New Orleans which is coming up January 5 through the 7th in New Orleans, LA. Please follow @ConJobPod on Instagram --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
In this week's episode of Con Job, Ryan and Alexa have some random post Christmas musings regarding the con world. Enjoy it….Or else. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conjob/support
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