David Rike

Noon | Location: Oklahoma G

The Art of the Long Game: Keeping Momentum and Staying the Course

Sure it’s easy to be super motivated when your business is brand new! But keeping momentum is hard, especially with setbacks and unexpected problems that face every artist. Our panel of professionals will talk about the tricks and strategies that keep you focused and productive!

Moderator: Liz Campbell

Panelists: Liz Campbell, C.C. Caldwell, Jacklyn Hennion, John Eads/Jim Shorts, David Rike, Dennis Spielman

Tracks: Health & Wellness, Business & Marketing, General Interest

01:00 PM | Location: Boomer B

Interactive Storytelling and Improv Skills for Role-Playing Games

Everyone knows RPGs are so much more fun when everyone is in character! Let us help equip you with the tools and techniques to take your RPG experience to the next level! Actors and DMs share acting and improv tips to help you bring your characters to life on the fly and make your games even more interactive.

Moderator: Thousand Faces Cosplay

Panelists: Thousand Faces Cosplay, Aidyn Cross, Shai Fenwick, David Rike

Tracks: Fantasy, Gaming, Writing & Publishing, Pop Culture & Entertainment, General Interest

09:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Interior Courtyard - Atrium

Koffeeklatch

Join panelists in the hotel breakfast area for intimate conversation. BYO coffee, please.

Moderator: -

Panelists: Mark Alfred, C.C. Caldwell, Liz Campbell, Paul Carlson, Kimber E Chessmore, Madilynn Dale, Brenna Deutchman, Daniel Erickson, Elijah Farmer, Shai Fenwick, Demi Gray, Sally Hamilton, Carolyn Kay, Chaz Kemp, Mike Kennedy, vickey malone kennedy, Julia S. Mandala, Kathleen M. O'Brien, David Rike, Ela Evella, Mel White, Craig Wolf

Tracks: Meetup, General Interest, Professional Development

10:00 AM | Location: Boomer A

They're a 10, But ...

How charming are the characters we know and love when their flaws are laid bare and they're only identifiable by their red flags? Can we really tell the differences between the heroes and their villains?

Moderator: Shay Griffith

Panelists: Shay Griffith, C.C. Caldwell, Lollalotus, David Rike, Laura J. Underwood

Tracks: Writing & Publishing, Film & TV, Pop Culture & Entertainment, General Interest

01:00 PM | Location: Boomer B

Year of the Dragon

What is the Chinese Zodiac, and what does it mean that 2024 is the Year of the Dragon? Our panelists will take a long look into the Chinese Zodiac, discussing its origins, philosophy, symbolism, and cultural significance.

Moderator: Cap'n Ed

Panelists: Alice-of-Hearts, Kimber E Chessmore, Brenna Deutchman, David Rike

Tracks: Culture & World Affairs, History, General Interest

02:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma E - Back Wall Table

Autographs

One-hour signings.

Profile: David Rike

Tracks: Autographs

10:00 PM | Location: Boomer A

Inside the Liar's Studio

Our host reveals "truths" about the panelists. Then panelists have to improv their way through, around, or over them. Watch as the panelists answer questions about themselves and current events. Audience participation encouraged!

Moderator: Stephen Patrick

Panelists: Stephen Patrick, Liz Campbell, Sherri Dean, vickey malone kennedy, David Rike, Kim Ventrella

Tracks: Performing Arts, Meetup

11:00 AM | Location: Sooner A

Stop Calling Everything "AI"

Our panelists knock Artificial Intelligence from its buzzword throne. Lights that automatically turn on when it is dark, AI! Actually that's just a basic photoelectric sensor. Dryers that stop when clothes are dry, AI! Basic moisture sensor. So what then is AI, and how did it become the way to describe Life, the Universe, and Everything?

Moderator: Caleb Haldane

Panelists: Caleb Haldane, Tim Chessmore, Daniel Erickson, Jeff Provine, David Rike

Tracks: STEM, Culture & World Affairs