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Fan Expo San Francisco 2024: Cosplay, Panels, and Megan Shipman Interview

Release Date: 12/04/2024

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Join Frank, Jonathan, Thomas, and Squeaks as they recount their incredible experience at Fan Expo San Francisco 2024. This episode dives deep into the convention highlights, including interviews with special guests like Megan Shipman, memorable moments from the floor, and clips from thrilling panels. The team also discusses the ongoing Geek Freaks’ Pet Pantry fundraiser and how listeners can help. Whether you attended the event or not, this episode brings the excitement straight to your ears.

Timestamps and Topics

00:00 Introduction
Frank welcomes listeners, introduces the team, and provides an overview of the episode.
- Geek Freaks’ Pet Pantry fundraiser announcement.
02:15 Exploring Fan Expo San Francisco
- Frank and Jonathan share highlights from the event, including activities on the floor.
- Their favorite booths, merchandise, and fan interactions.
08:30 Cosplay and Floor Interviews
- Thomas conducts interviews with cosplayers and attendees.
- Insights into the creative process of cosplayers and their favorite moments.
14:45 Exclusive Interview: Megan Shipman
- Voice actress for the American adaptation of Spy x Family.
- A delightful conversation about her experience working on the series and her time at Fan Expo.
22:00 Panel Highlights
- Clips from exciting panels the Geek Freaks team attended.
- Discussions about upcoming projects and behind-the-scenes insights from creators.
28:15 Closing Thoughts
- Final reflections on the event and a heartfelt thank-you to the Geek Freaks community.
- Updates on the next episode and upcoming content.

Key Takeaways

Fan Expo San Francisco 2024 showcased the best of geek culture, from panels and cosplay to engaging interviews.
Megan Shipman shared unique insights into voicing Spy x Family for American audiences, offering a behind-the-scenes look at her craft.
Cosplayers brought their A-game, showcasing creativity and dedication that wowed attendees and inspired the Geek Freaks team.
The Pet Pantry fundraiser is making a difference for the Elk Grove Animal Shelter, and every contribution counts.

Quotes

“Fan Expo San Francisco is where geek culture thrives, from cosplay to panels, it has it all!” – Frank
“Cosplayers are the true artists of the geek world; their dedication is unmatched.” – Thomas
“Megan Shipman was an absolute delight and gave us such a great look into the world of voice acting.” – Frank

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Links and Resources

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Apple Podcast Tags
Fan Expo, Spy x Family, Megan Shipman, Voice Acting, Geek Culture, Cosplay, Panels, Pet Pantry, Geek Freaks Podcast.

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