SDConCast - The Official Podcast of the San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog

Welcome to SDConCast, the official podcast of the San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog. This week we're joined by artist and designer Alex Pardee. We'll talk about his years of exhibiting at the con, his Brightmares, his latest Return of the Doppelgangers book, and what it feels like to have James Gunn walk onto the Hall H stage in your shirt. We'll also cover the latest SDCC news.

Join us for a fun and informative show as we lead up to SDCC 2025!

Direct download: SDConCast-250527-FightForYourRightToPardee.mp3
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Welcome to SDConCast, the official podcast of the San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog. This week we’re joined by multiple special guests! First up we have Patty Everett (Marketing Director) and Brandon Lively (Creative Director) from Adult Swim joining us, along with GDX Studios‘ Seth Bardacke (President) to discuss what it takes to create the zany world of Adult Swim’s Festival on the Green at San Diego Comic-Con each year.

Then we’ll be joined by artist Val Hochberg for a conversation about being an independent artist at SDCC, what goes into having a table in Small Press, and what’s so great about Gary. We’ll also cover the latest SDCC news.

Join us for a fun and informative show as we lead up to SDCC 2025!

Direct download: 250520KickingBackOnTheGreen.mp3
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Welcome SDConCast, the official podcast of the San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog. This week our special guest is Paul Turner, General Manager for the San Diego Convention Center. We’ll discuss what it takes to host a massive event like Comic-Con, from the trash to everyone’s favorite topic — carpet. We’ll also cover the latest SDCC news.

Join us for a fun and informative show!

Direct download: 250513Con-trolRoom.mp3
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Welcome to Season 14 of SDConCast, the official podcast of the San Diego Comic-Con Unofficial Blog. We’re kicking off this season in our annual tradition with special guest, moderator extraordinaire, and writer, Mark Evanier. But there’s a twist! Also joining us will be returning guest Gary Sassaman, former Director of multiple departments at Comic-Con International, including Director of Programming (2000-2007), Director of Print and Publications (2007-2012), and Director of Print and Digital Media (2012-2021) — though these days you can find Gary recounting Comic-Con and comics history over at his Innocent Bystander blog. We’ll discuss their memories from past cons, what their plans are for this year, and more. We’ll also cover the latest SDCC news.

Join us for a fun and informative show as we return to a weekly schedule leading up to SDCC 2025!

Direct download: 250506DoubleYourFun.mp3
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