Happy Hour #184: Post Con

Today we shine a light on urban permaculture gardener, writer, and content creator Connie Cao.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Candace Owens has pivoted many times in her career, but some things have remained the same. Bridget Todd sheds light on her early career, some turning points, and how her brand can lead to radicalization in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

Cosplay, born from the fusion of ‘costume’ and ‘play’, transcends mere dress-up by transforming enthusiasts of TV shows, movies, books or video games into living embodiments of their cherished characters. Cosplay and the Dressing of Identity (Reaktion, 2024) by Dr. Vivian Asimos ...  Show more

Cosplay, born from the fusion of ‘costume’ and ‘play’, transcends mere dress-up by transforming enthusiasts of TV shows, movies, books or video games into living embodiments of their cherished characters. Cosplay and the Dressing of Identity (Reaktion, 2024) by Dr. Vivian Asimos ...  Show more

Holly and Tracy reminisce about the use of the word cosplay in costuming groups and how much controversy it initially stirred up. They then discuss the unique life of Rebecca Cox Jackson and the demands of the Shaker way of life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ...  Show more

Cosplay, a portmanteau of “costume” and “play,” emerged from geeky Japanese subcultures to become a popular hobby, and even profession, around the world. Frenchy Lunning dives into the reasons why people cosplay through interviews, pictures, and her own firsthand experience of co ...  Show more