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Parks and Cons

Parks and Cons
Halloween
San Diego Comic-Con
Knott's Berry Farm
Home Haunts
Universal Studios Hollywood
Haunted Attractions
Knott's Scary Farm
Star Trek
Anime Expo
Midsummer Scream
Comic-Con
Theme Parks
Knott's Merry Farm
Cosplay
Hasbro
Comic Books
California
Halloween Horror Nights
Disneyland Resort
Disney

ParksAndCons.com Talks Theme Parks, Conventions, Haunted Attractions, Themed Entertainment, and Other Fun Stuff!

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes1065Founded12 years ago
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Latest Episodes

This time, we are back at the Anaheim Convention Center for The Nostalgia Con!

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🎙 New to the podcast? Start with Episode 879, our tenth-anniversary retrospective, for a great overview of the Parks and Cons universe.

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This time, we are joined by Jonathan Green (@JonathanGreen85 on X) at Universal Studios Hollywood to discuss all the fun of the 2026 Mega Movie Summer!

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🎙 New to the podcast? Start with Episode 879, our tenth-anniversary r... more

This time, we are back at The Farm to talk all things Knott's summer!

🎧 Listen in and enjoy!

🎙 New to the podcast? Start with Episode 879, our tenth-anniversary retrospective, for a great overview of the Parks and Cons universe.

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Recent Guests

Dan Juergens
Comic artist and writer, known for Death of Superman
Independent Comic Creators
Episode: Episode 1058 - Comic Con Revolution Ontario, 2026
John Romita Jr.
Iconic comic artist (Spider-Man, X-Men, etc.)
Marvel (via creator work)
Episode: Episode 1058 - Comic Con Revolution Ontario, 2026
Chris Claremont
Legendary X-Men writer
Marvel
Episode: Episode 1058 - Comic Con Revolution Ontario, 2026
Grant Gustin
Actor known for The Flash (TV)
DC/Entertainment
Episode: Episode 1058 - Comic Con Revolution Ontario, 2026
Katie Sackhoff
Actress known for Battlestar Galactica and Bo-Katan
Battlestar Galactica / The Mandalorian
Episode: Episode 1058 - Comic Con Revolution Ontario, 2026
Kurt Angle
Professional wrestler appearing at the convention
WWE
Episode: Episode 1058 - Comic Con Revolution Ontario, 2026
Mike Gordon
Co-founder of Motuniverse, goes by Eternity and Royalty on social
Motuniverse team
Episode: Episode 1056 - Inaugural MOTUniverse Con, 2026 Preview
Anthony DeLonguise
Canadian actor, stuntman; played Blade in Master Universe film
Motuniverse guest; volunteer director
Episode: Episode 1056 - Inaugural MOTUniverse Con, 2026 Preview
Rebecca Taylor
Designer on Master Universe toys
Original toy line designer
Episode: Episode 1056 - Inaugural MOTUniverse Con, 2026 Preview

Hosts

Sean
Host focused on on-site coverage and convention reporting
Carmel
Co-host and organizer of event coverage and con reports

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 112 ratings
  • Show is awesome

    Love it when you guys do the Knotts Berry Farm it’s awesome. Keep it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rhett Ma
    United States4 months ago
  • Great info

    I follow them for all of their SDCC info. Always have great info for the upcoming con and amazing prep videos.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cjc85
    United Statesa year ago
  • Parks and Com(plaints)

    I really want to like this podcast, but I find myself fast forwarding over the constant complaints. There’s no doubt the hosts are hardworking and provide a great service by covering so many events. But they could cut the length of the episodes down by not repeating different issues they have with covering events. Also please purchase a pop filter. The plosives are jarring.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    matt_ess
    United States4 years ago
  • Awesome Review!

    Love Shawn and Carmelle!

    These guys are the hardest working podcasters in SoCal for sure!

    Loads of amazing coverage!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Palmdale Haunter
    United States4 years ago
  • GREAT PODCAST

    This is one of my top favorite theme park podcasts. They give such great detailed information about events. Their Halloween episodes on home haunts and events are my go to every year. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KristyHalloeeen
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate on-the-ground reports and practical event advice
Some feedback requests shorter episodes and fewer repetitive issues
Praises for in-depth con coverage and helpful planning tips

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 976 - 2025 San Diego Comic Con (SDCC) Talk, Part 3
Q: Are there any panels you hope will be at SCCC this year that hasn't been announced yet?
Yes, a Fallout panel would be awesome, and it's always sunny in Philadelphia would be great to see as well.
Episode 976 - 2025 San Diego Comic Con (SDCC) Talk, Part 3
Q: Did they sell any Tokidoki merch?
Yes, they do have some Tokidoki merch available for sale at the Comic Con Museum.
Episode 971 – 2025 San Diego Comic Con (SDCC) Talk, Part 1
Q: What are you most looking forward to at Comic-Con?
The surprise elements and interactions that come during the event.
Episode 942 - Gallifrey-One, 2025
Q: What does Steven Moffat think of going to San Diego Comic-Con?
He absolutely loved it and reminisced about his time when he was the king of Comic-Con, enjoying the attention and excitement.
Episode 877 - 2024 San Diego Comic-Con Talk, Part 3
Q: Do you think Paramount Plus will have a strong presence at Comic-Con this year?
It feels like this is Paramount Plus’s year; they've already been putting a lot of promotional effort into the event and I expect exciting things from them.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Parks and Cons

What is Parks and Cons about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on immersive experiences at theme parks, conventions, and related fan events, with a strong emphasis on on-site coverage, practical planning tips, and behind-the-scenes storytelling. Episodes frequently follow multi-event weekends, highlight high-profile panels or guest appearances, and share real-time observations about crowd flow, signing lines, and vendor finds. A notable edge is the long-running, hands-on reporting style that makes listeners feel like they're “in the moment” at each event, whether it's a major convention, a regional con, or a themed entertainment festival. The format also leans into family-friendly programming, nostalgia-driven retrospectives, and practical guidance for attendees, creators, and sponsor... more

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Recent guests on Parks and Cons include:

1. Dan Juergens
2. John Romita Jr.
3. Chris Claremont
4. Grant Gustin
5. Katie Sackhoff
6. Kurt Angle
7. Mike Gordon
8. Anthony DeLonguise

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