Red Bard
Red Bard is a YouTuber, writer,
medievalist, longtime congoer, and self-proclaimed “yaoi paddle
historian” whose work mostly focuses on anime and anime fan culture from
yesteryear. Their channel boasts over 250,000 subscribers and millions
of views. Among their favorite achievements: They made the first
comprehensive history of the yaoi paddle, created an over two-hour-long
video on the events of Izumicon 2018, and became the first person to
post the formerly lost “Evangelion AIDS PSA.”
Noon | Location: Sooner A
Retro Anime
Come along with us for a walk down anime memory lane with clips ranging from 1970 to 2000. We take a look at the evolution of anime's "golden era" over time, how styles have changed, and how the culture and world at the time influenced our favorite media. Embrace your inner nostalgia and bring questions you're dying to have answered about the early years of anime!
Moderator: Caleb Haldane
Panelists: Caleb Haldane, Clinton Girkin, Chaz Kemp, Red Bard, Evan T. Wardwell
Tracks: Anime, Pop Culture & Entertainment, Film & TV
01:00 PM | Location: Boomer A
Tasty Dungeon Eats
Does it taste like chicken? Using the popular anime Delicious in Dungeon as inspiration, we delve into the depths of the D&D Monster Manual and discuss the tantalizing question: How would each beast taste, and what's the best way to prepare them? From succulent dragon steaks to crispy owlbear drumsticks, we'll use our culinary imaginations to envision the flavors and textures of fantasy creatures.
Moderator: Carolyn Kay
Panelists: Carolyn Kay, Michael "Gecko" Adams, James Hollaman, Red Bard
Tracks: Anime, Fantasy, Pop Culture & Entertainment, General Interest
03:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room
Fact or Fiction: Historical Events as Portrayed by Anime
Like anime? Like history? Like history in your anime? In this game, you'll guess whether or not certain historical factors are represented accurately by anime. And yes, there are prizes!
Moderator: Red Bard
Panelists: Red Bard
Tracks: Anime, History, Pop Culture & Entertainment
Noon | Location: Sooner A
I Will NEVER Make That Again ... Maybe
Artists, costumers, crafters, and makers share ugly truths and beautiful insights about the toughest creation they've ever made. After the hours spent, the patience tested, the love poured into this one thing – how did this achievement shape their work, process, and willingness to try new things with their art?
Moderator: Ariel Monroe
Panelists: Ariel Monroe, Dawn Frost Cosplay, Hall of Femme, Rubiee Tallyn Hayes, Kathleen M. O'Brien, Red Bard
Tracks: Art, Maker, Cosplay, Costuming & Fashion