***All panels are listed in alphabetical order and are subject to change.***
A Guide to Fabric and Craft Shopping After the Loss of Joann’s – With the closure of Joann’s, fabric and craft shopping looks different now. In this panel, you’ll learn where else you can find fabric, varying from online shopping, creative reuse stores, other in-person retailers, and places you may not have considered. Kaleleaf will bring along her own fabric swatches for you to take a glance at for your own projects. If you have swatches you’d like to bring to show others, please do! – 5:00 PM; Panel 3
An Attempt to Take Over the World: A Pinky and the Brain Q&A with Rob Paulsen and Maurice LaMarche – Join Rob Paulsen and Maurice LaMarche as they discuss working on Pinky and the Brain and their other projects. Bring your questions for a live audience Q&A. – 4:00 PM; Main Stage
Cosplay Has No Size Limit – Join us for an empowering conversation on plus size cosplay, where we break down harmful “rules,” share practical tips for costuming and posing, and talk honestly about confidence, visibility, and community. Whether you’re new to cosplay or a seasoned creator, this panel is all about taking up space, embracing your creativity, and showing up as your favorite characters, exactly as you are. – 6:00 PM; Panel 3
Cosplay Showcase! – Cosplay Showcase: Creativity, Connection, and Confidence
Step into the spotlight and celebrate the stories behind the cosplay! This interactive panel invites participants to share how their cosplay journeys have sparked creativity, built meaningful connections, and strengthened confidence—both on and off the convention floor. Led by a certified mental health therapist, this session highlights the positive impact of cosplay through real experiences from the community. Participants are invited to take part in a casual “show & tell” —sharing a costume piece, a build story, or a meaningful cosplay moment that reflects their journey. – 3:00 PM; Panel 3
Cosplay, Class in Session! – Have you ever wanted to know what goes on in a cosplay contest, before you enter? Have online influencers scared you out of competing? At our panel we will walk you through selecting your cosplay, making it, entering a contest, and winning/losing a contest gracefully. From con crunch to mock prejudging, and even a mock cosplay contest, we will show you the ropes of having the BEST contest experience!. Audience participation will be included as well as acted out scenarios and Q/A. This is structured for Craftsmanship contests but we will also touch on masquerade and other types of contests! Hosted by Master class cosplayer MaveyWavie and friends! – 11:00 PM; Panel 4
Cowabunga to Crossovers: 80s IPs in Comics – Go behind the scenes of bringing iconic 1980s and early ‘90s animated properties to the comic page, with a focus on fan-favorite franchises like Ghostbusters, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, He-Man, and Power Rangers. This panel gathers experienced writers, artists, and editors to discuss the unique challenges of adapting beloved screen characters into sequential storytelling, from capturing distinct voices and visual styles to honoring decades of continuity and fan expectations. – 5:30 PM; Panel 2
Create Your Artistic Business Model – 2:00 PM; Panel 1
Dice and Demons – The Satanic Panic – 9:00 PM; Panel 1
Dumpster Fire Chat (18+) – Conventions are full of things are amazing and things that have gone wrong. Join Mikal Mosley and his crew as they talk about all the things that have gone wrong! – 10:00 PM; Panel 3
Dungeons and Speed Dating (18+) – Feeling the itch to geek out about your favorite niche anime with someone new? Searching for one more person to join your one-shot over the weekend? Look no further! Dungeons & Speed Dating is the perfect place to make some brand new nerdy connections. Join for a lowkey, fast paced, fun version of speed dating with a twist! Whether you’re a science fiction savant, or a wizard of the digital realm, there’s someone here for you! – 4:30 PM; Panel 4
Dylan’s Drink and Draw (18+) – Join Illustrator, Dylan Jacobson, and his panel of comic artist pros for a drink & draw turned gameshow! Participants will be challenged to a no-skill required drawing contest in which they’ll win prizes. The event ends with the professionals drawing at the mercy of the crowd. Their drawings will be awarded to three lucky contestants. All supplies are provided. No skill necessary to play and win. Bring a clever brain and be ready for goofy fun. – 7:00 PM; Panel 4
Edo is the Internet (18+) – Hey! Did you know Japan had cat memes in the 1800s? Or titilating magazines? Or…Furries? Join us as we discuss some of the surprisingly modern (and Spicy!) features of early Japan in this 18+ session of Edo is the Internet. This panel uses mature language and humor, as well as graphic images of historical artworks. – 9:00 PM; Panel 2
Find and Connect with Your Readers – 6:00 PM; Panel 1
Friday Night Karaoke with 2D Con – Belt out your favorite songs on MAIN STAGE! Now’s your chance to own that spotlight! – 6:30 PM; Main Stage
From Fan to Fantasy: The Art of Cosplay Photography – Step into the world of cosplay photography and learn how to bring characters to life through storytelling, collaboration, and creative direction. This panel covers everything from planning and posing to lighting, editing, and building a safe, inclusive space where clients can truly embody their characters. Whether you’re a photographer or cosplayer, you’ll walk away with practical tips and a little extra magic to elevate your work. – 8:00 PM; Panel 3
Fursuit Making 101 – Want to learn about the art of fursuit making? Join Lizcario for the ins and outs of bringing your furry character to life, plus a QnA session at the end of the panel! Free stickers for all panel attendees while supplies last. – 9:00 PM; Panel 3
Games to Books to Games – 4:00 PM – Panel 1
Gotta Go Fast!: A Sonic the Hedgehog Q&A with Pete Capella, Jason Griffith, and Lisa Ortiz – Join Pete Capella, Jason Griffith, and Lisa Ortiz as they discuss working on Sonic the Hedgehog and their other projects. Bring your questions for a live audience Q&A. – 5:00 PM; Main Stage
Hazbin Hotel Game Show – Welcome to the Hazbin Hotel! Celebrate all things Hazbin and test your knowledge of the Hellaverse in this zany fan hosted quiz show. From fandom trivia to ‘Guess That Song’ challenges and more, have fun with fellow Hazbins and compete to win fantastic prizes! – 4:30 PM; Panel 2
Making Mini-Comics/Zines – During the panel we will focus on the easiest type of mini-comic you can make, but will discuss the options when you want to take your zines to the next level. – 6:30 PM; Panel 2
Opportunities Galore – Finding Where Your Work Fits – 1:00 PM; Panel 1
Planning a Craftsmanship Cosplay – Are you wanting to craft your own cosplay from scratch? Do you you possibly want to compete with this cosplay? Whether its your first or fiftieth cosplay, this panel is guaranteed to provide strategies and tips to help streamline your cosplay production. – 4:00 PM; Panel 3
Research Offline – 3:00 PM; Panel 1
Selling in a Saturated Market – 8:00 PM; Panel 1
Shimmy in the Tank 18+ Cosplay Catwalk – Spice up your favorite characters and sashay on stage for Des Moine Con’s 18+ costume contest! Whether you’re a seasoned cosplayer or gearing up to unleash your main character energy for the first time, hit the stage and let your freak flag fly for the coveted title of Shimmy in the Tank champ. We won’t be checking your seams, but we will be watching how you work the stage! Walk, pose, dance, display a talent, or even bribe the judges! Visit the Des Moines Con website or guidebook for more details! Brought to you by The International Nerdlesque Festival. More information here. – 9:00 PM; Main Stage
SUDS – Your Story as TTRPG – 10:00 PM; Panel 1
The Best of the Breast: Boobs in Anime (18+) – For better or worse, boobs are a part of anime. We’ll look at some good and bad portrayals of breasts in anime and manga, and critique them. – 11:00 PM; Panel 3
The Doomcast Trivia: A Comedy Gameshow (18+) – Is your brain full of useless nerd knowledge? Do you have a painfully encyclopedic knowledge of any aspect of nerdery? Do you want to win TRULY stupid but possibly awesome prizes? Now you can! From the producers of Underground Comedy Des Moines and youtubes The Doomcast comes a comedy trivia show in the style of @Midnight and geared for the nerdliest of nerds. Whether you want to be a contestant or just watch people embarass and or vindicate themselves on the field of nerd battle (useless knowledge) join us for some genuinely crazy questions and laughs. – 10:30 PM; Panel 2
Tried and True Storytelling – 7:00 PM; Panel 1
Weather or Not: Weather in Pop Culture – Are Sharknadoes real? How accurate was the movie ‘Twister’? Could ‘The Day After Tomorrow’ really happen? Join Meteorologist Katie Nickolaou as she breaks down weather phenomena in pop culture to see if they’re science fact or science fiction. – 8:30 PM; Panel 2
Witch Hat Atelier: Magic through Art – Join the world of Witch Hat Atelier, where art is magic. Follow Coco as she enters the world of Witches and discovers more about the world around her. An introduction to the World of Witch Hat Atelier. We will look at the art and discuss how the author using different techniques to create a wonderful world of magic. – 2:00 PM; Panel 3
World Building Across Mediums – 5:00 PM; Panel 1
Writing Comics 101: From Idea to Page – Ever wanted to tell your own comic story but didn’t know where to start? This beginner-friendly panel breaks down the essentials of comic writing: crafting compelling characters, snappy dialogue, understanding pacing, panel flow, and visual storytelling. Whether you’re dreaming up superheroes, slice-of-life stories, or epic sci-fi adventures, you’ll learn practical tips to turn your ideas into scripts artists can bring to life. Perfect for aspiring writers and curious creators alike–no experience required! – 3:30 PM; Panel 2
Writing the Spicy (18+) – 11:00 PM; Panel 1
All I Really Needed to Learn, I Learned in a High School Theatre Class – Students and staff will talk about the skills acquired through taking theatre classes and getting involved in theatrical productions at the high school level and how those skills transfer to a multitude of real life applications. – 2:30 PM; Panel 2
Anthropology of Cosplay Fabrics – Whether you’re a seasoned cosplayer or a curious observer, join us for an insightful journey into the transformative power of fabrics in shaping the identity and trends within the cosplay community. From the emergence of innovative materials to the anthropological narratives woven into fabric choices, this presentation sheds light on the dynamic interplay between technology, culture, and creativity! – 2:30 PM; Panel 3
Bibliotherapy for Villains – Could a well-timed copy of The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up have stopped Thanos? Join a trio of librarians for this interactive game show where we prescribe the perfect reading lists to “fix” your favorite pop-culture villains. Shout out a baddie, and watch us save the world one book at a time. – 7:30 PM; Panel 3
Book in a Month Without AI – 10:00 AM; Panel 1
Brushbug Hide and Seek – Meet the wonderful creature named brushbug. He shows up in unexpected places. Can you find him? – 4:30 PM; Panel 4
Corsetry: Tips and Tricks to Make Your Own Corset – Want to make a corset but don’t know how to start? This interactive discussion will provide corsetry tips and construction details that you won’t find any where else. The panel will include a corset give away as well as access to a library of graded historical corset patterns and corsetry resources. – 5:30 PM; Panel 4
Cowabunga Dude!: A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Q&A with Rob Paulsen, Townsend Coleman, Cam Clarke, Barry Gordon, and Renae Jacobs – Join Rob Paulsen, Townsend Coleman, Barry Gordon, Cam Clarke, and Renae Jacobs as they discuss working on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and their other projects. Bring your questions for a live audience Q&A. – 12:00 PM; Main Stage
Create & Play Your RPG System – 12:30 PM; Panel 4
Create Your RPG World – 7:30 PM; Panel 4
Creative Brand Building – 3:00 PM; Panel 1
Des Moines Con Nerdlesque Kickback (18+) – Will you witness the beginning of our Villain arc? Will you see Mario save Peach? Will you finally catch Team Rocket blasting off again? You’ll just have to come to the show to find out! We’ll keep it nerdy and NSFW featuring premiere nerdlesque, pop culture performance art, and entertainment. Come see why we don’t notice senpai, they notice us. – 10:00 PM; Main Stage
Drawing Artists – Give creators you monstrous prompts and see how they visualize your nightmares. – 5:30 PM; Panel 2
Dungeon Race RPG – One System to Rule Them All – 9:45 PM; Panel 4
Edo is the Internet (All Ages) – Hey! Did you know Japan had cat memes in the 1800s? Or Fast Food? Or celebrity gossip? Join us as we discuss some of the surprisingly modern features of early Japan through the lens of art history! This panel uses language and imagery suitable for all ages, but is best suited for those age 13+. – 11:30 AM; Panel 2
Firefly Trivia Shindig – Are you a loyal Browncoat, casual Firefly fan, or just someone that loves the chaos of playing Kahoot? Join our shindig for shiny prizes and cargo for your crew to smuggle on your journey! – 4:00 PM; Panel 3
Flawed Heroes and Redeemable Villains – 1:00 PM; Panel 1
Game Master Like the Pros – Tips and tricks to help you run your roleplaying games(Like D&D) at the table like a pro. Get advice from a Professional Game Master and Industry Professional. – 11:30 AM; Panel 4
Geek: High School Edition – A One Act Extravaganza. Join us as students some Lincoln Theatre Arts read through the first act of Crystal Skillman’s iconic story about love, loss, and anime! You’ll be inspired by the valor of Danya, the compassion of Honey, and the abrasiveness of Gwen. – 6:15 PM; Panel 3
Gender in Cosplay (18+) – Join us in this 18+ workshop on gender expression in Cosplay. We’ll look at a brief history of gender-play in costume, share Drag skills that help enhance (or bend!) your character’s gender expression, and demonstrate how to apply those skills to your creations. This session of Gender in Cosplay uses mature language and humor, as well as adult imagery. – 10:30 PM; Panel 2
Heretic – 9:00 PM; Panel 1
Horror Writing – It Doesn’t Have to Be Scary – 5:00 PM; Panel 1
How to Make Zines and Mini Comics – If you ever wanted to learn about making zines or comics this is the panel for you. Learn how, and why self publishing is so important. – 2:45 PM; Panel 4
Improv Extravaganza (18+) – The subject is: Improv!! Do you have the ability to think of funny remarks on the fly? A perfect response to the perfect set up, that may or may not have been accidental? Are you a nerd, a weeb, or just a guy named Paul (Hey Paul!!!!)? Come join your host, MaveyWavie, and their co-host(s) as they help guide you through a series of hilarious, knee slapping, improv games centered around your favorite video games, anime, and pop culture pieces of media. Audience participation is HIGHLY valued in this panel, but not required! If you would just like to stay and watch that is alright too!! We ask that all participants and audience members follow standard Theater rules of etiquette, to show kindness to those in the spotlight. This version is strictly 18+, allowing for more cursing, more chaos, and lots of late night con fun. – 10:00 PM; Panel 1
Is Fear the Path to the Dark Side? – In this panel, hosts Alex and Sarah present a summary of their views of the emotion Fear in the episodic Star Wars movies. Is fear truly the path to the Dark Side, as Yoda says? Join us and find out! Feeling the Force is a Star Wars podcast that examines the core emotions in the Skywalker saga – think “Inside Out” of Star Wars. – 4:30 PM; Panel 2
Long Live the Queens: Padme Amidala from a Swiftie Point of View – Long Live the Queens is hosted by The Sand Hurts My Feelings, a Star Wars Podcast from a Swiftie point of view. In this panel, hosts Alex and Sarah will discuss how Taylor Swift songs represent our favorite queen and senator in the Star Wars galaxy, Padmé Amidala. We each pick one song from every Taylor Swift album and discuss how it describes Padmé. There are more connections than you think between the Queen of Naboo and the Queen of Pop! – 10:30 AM; Panel 2
Magic & Mayhem – The Elements of Great Fantasy – 12:00 PM; Panel 1
Make Your Own Damn Comic Book! Turning Comic Book Dreams Into Reality – Thirteen years ago, writer/creator Michael Kingston set out to bring his groundbreaking wrestling comic book Headlocked to the world…and was summarily shot down by everyone! Today, Headlocked is a thriving comic book brand that is on pace for another year of record growth! Kingston will take you through his successes and failures as he illustrates multiple paths to bring your comic idea to life! Come with your comic book dreams and we’ll help show you the path to make them a reality! – 1:30 PM; Panel 2
Meet the Most Spaced Out Crew in the Galaxy: A Firefly Q&A with Alan Tudyk, Jewel Staite, Sean Maher, and Summer Glau – Join Alan Tudyk, Jewel Staite, Summer Glau and Sean Maher as they discuss working on Firelfy and their other projects. Bring your questions for a live audience Q&A. – 1:00 PM; Main Stage
Neopets NFTS: A Firsthand Account – Neopets is still alive and kicking! In 2021 they tried making NFTs – and it did NOT go well. Come hear a veteran player’s account of this wild chapter of Neopets history! – 3:30 PM; Panel 2
Pretty Hard Horror Trivia – You may think you’re a horror fan, but can you pass this extreme trivia challenge? From games to movies to music, we’re reaching deep into the horror genre for this one! – 6:30 PM; Panel 4
Reading the Spicy (18+) – 11:00 PM; Panel 1
Sam Haft In Concert – A night of amazing music! Join Sam Haft for a FREE concert! – 7:00 PM; Main Stage
Saturday Costume Contest Pre-Judging – Participating our costume contest? This is where you’ll come for pre-judging! Pre-registration is required. – 10:00 AM; Panel 3
Self-Editing For Greater Meaning – 11:00 AM; Panel 1
Short Story Creation & Opportunities – 2:00 PM; Panel 1
Spinning Plates: Life as a Freelancer – Dave Wheeler is a jack of all trades in the comic and design industries now having worked across the board for the better part of two decades. His resume includes but is not limited to: Comic Creator, Toy Designer, Costume Designer, Storyboard Artist, Youtuber, along with many more titles! Come have a conversation and listen to stories about his many adventures and missteps on his journey to creating a successful career as a freelance professional. – 5:00 PM; Panel 3
Structuring Your Story – 8:00 PM; Panel 1
The Amazing Spider-Man Trivia Contest – Do you know all there is to know about the web-slinger? Can you prove it? This trivia contest will cover everything from comics and movies to TV shows and video games, so swing by and see how well you *really* know the Web-Head! – 8:30 PM; Panel 2
The Doomcast: A Stand Up Comedy Show for Nerds (18+) – In 2024 and 2025 we brought a high caliber comedy show to DSM CON and we’re coming back! From the producers of Underground Comedy Des Moines and youtube’s The Doomcast comes a fast paced, smart, pitch perfect nerd themed comedy show for the kinds of dorks like us that love everything from Comics to Anime to Star Trek and Star Wars, this is a stand up show for you! – 10:00 PM; Panel 3
The Heart of the Duelist: A Yu-Gi-Oh! Character Study – Amidst the card games and friendship speeches, every Yu-Gi-Oh! character has something driving them forward. Kaiba’s determination to defeat Yugi, Goodwin’s betrayal of the Signers, Yuya’s goal of being the most entertaining duelist, something keeps every duelist’s heart beating. Here, we’ll analyze your favorite characters, see what makes them tick, and speculate where they go from where we last saw them. – 6:30 PM; Panel 2
The Official Saturday Costume Contest – Characters come to life in our Saturday costume contest! Watch as cosplayers of all skill levels present their costumes across our main stage. Who will be crowned the champion? Only way to find out is to be there! – 3:30 PM; Main Stage
The Poetry of Comics – We know comics are an art form. They are literature as well, but are they poetry? In this panel we’ll talk about how words and pictures creates its own poetic language. – 4:00 PM; Panel 1
The Things I Do For Love!: A Courage the Cowardly Dog Q&A with Marty Grabstein – Join Marty Grabstein for a discussion of Courage the Cowardly Dog and his other projects. Bring your questions for a live audience Q&A.
What in the Smut? Why Do We Love the Bad Boys in Literature? (18+) – What is it about a bad boy that makes the heart go thump? This panel discusses just that…why we love the bad boys of literature. – 8:30 PM; Panel 3
A Conversation with Tyler Labine – Join Tyler Labine for a discussion of Tucker and Dale vs Evil and his other projects. Bring your questions for a live audience Q&A. – 2:00 PM; Main Stage
A Stay at the Hazbin Hotel: A Hazbin Hotel Q&A with Daphne Rubin Vega, and Shoba Narayan – Join Daphne Rubin Vega, Patina Miller and Shoba Narayan as they discuss working on Hazbin Hotel and their other projects. Bring your questions for a live audience Q&A. – 1:00 PM; Main Stage
And I Was Hooked – The Inspirations Of Those Who Inspire Today – 3:00 PM; Panel 1
Dylan’s Snacks and Sketches (For Kids!) – Join Illustrator, Dylan Jacobson, and his panel of comic artist pros for a kid friendly version of the original drink & draw turned gameshow! All supplies are provided. No skill necessary to play and win. Bring a clever brain and be ready for goofy fun. – 11:30 AM; Panel 4
Engage Your Inner Hero! – Engage Your Inner Hero! is an interactive panel that delves into the parallels between Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey and our own mental health journeys. Led by a licensed mental health counselor, this lively session encourages participants to connect their favorite films, fandom heroes, and iconic story moments to real-life themes such as resilience, identity, anxiety, and growth. – 2:30 PM; Panel 2
Geek Chic Nerdlesque Movement Workshop (18+) – Resting at the intersection of swarovski capes, sparkly spandex and erotic fanfiction – Nerdlesque is an art form unlike any other. Uncover the history of undressing your favorite nerdy characters (and concepts) on stage, then enjoy a movement exercise meant to explore your inner sexy nerd. Attendees are encouraged to dress comfortably and bring something for notes. All bodies and identities are welcome. – 1:30 PM; Panel 4
Gender in Cosplay (All Ages) – Join us in this all-ages workshop on gender expression in Cosplay. We’ll look at a brief history of gender-play in costume, share Drag skills that help enhance (or bend!) your character’s gender expression, and demonstrate how to apply those skills to your creations. This panel uses language and humor suitable for all ages, but is best suited for ages 13+. – 10:30 AM; Panel 2
Good News Everyone!: A Futurama Q&A with Billy West, Phil LaMarr and Maurice LaMarche – Join Billy West, Phil LaMarr and Maurice LaMarche as they discuss working on Futurama and their other projects. Bring your questions for a live audience Q&A. – 12:00 PM; Main Stage
How AI Has Affected Our Industries – A Conversation – 11:00 AM; Panel 1
How I Work Out My Comic Stories – There is no one way to write the story of your comic, but John Biven’s is willing to show you his method and madness. – 11:30 AM; Panel 2
LET’S TALK TOYS! Collecting, Creating an Customizing! – Come talk all things toys! Dave has worked in the toy industry as a designer and painter, he also has been a lifelong collector and over the past 4 years has created and curated a Youtube community focused around the fun and positive side of the hobby. Come join the conversation on collecting, LET’S TALK TOYS! – 4:00 PM; Panel 1
Make a Zine with Me! – Do you know what a zine is? It’s a centuries old art that’s becoming popular again. Instead of making art that gets lost on the internet you can join Birdie as he shows you how to make your own zines. You’ll even be able to take one home! – 10:15 AM; Panel 4
Not So Simplicity: Plus Size Patterning – If commercial patterns won’t do, from scratch is the best place to start. Join us for the basics of adjusting patterns, flat drafting, and bodice blocking. – 2:00 PM; Panel 3
Pitch Perfect – For Publishers and Readers – 2:00 PM; Panel 1
Recovering From Creative Burnout – 1:00 PM; Panel 1
Sunday Costume Contest Pre-Judging – Participating our costume contest? This is where you’ll come for pre-judging! Pre-registration is required. – 10:00 AM; Panel 3
Sunday Story Hour – 10:00 AM; Panel 1
The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Nerdlesque Q&A (18+) – What happens when geeky hotties have an undying love for pop culture and burlesque? Worlds collide and fuse like a crystal gem and create something entirely new! Sometimes fandom finds its way into art. When you’re a performer who eats, breathes, and sleeps pop culture, then Nerdlesque happens! Join us at the Nerdlesque panel and get to know all about it from some of the industry’s cheekiest performers! – 11:00 AM; Main Stage
The Official Sunday Costume Contest – Characters come to life in our Sunday costume contest! Watch as cosplayers of all skill levels present their costumes across our main stage. Who will be crowned the champion? Only way to find out is to be there! – 3:30 PM; Main Stage
The Super Awesome Wrap-Up with Ben Penrod – Join Des Moines Con creator, Ben Penrod, for a panel to talk about how this year went and what’s to come in the future!
Who Shot First? Examining Star Wars’ Biggest Controversies – Since the beginning, here have been many controversies that have mired the Star Wars Universe. Come talk with Alex as he covers some of the biggest controversies, from both sides like Who Shot First? Han or Greedo? The 1997 Special Editions, The Prequels, midichlorians, Hayden Christensen and many more. Enjoy a lively and respectful conversation about why these controversies matter. – 1:30 PM; Panel 2
Why We Create – 12:00 PM; Panel 1
Wrestling and Comic Book Connection – Join comic book creator Michael Kingston as he leads a discussion of the intersection of wrestling and comics, how they’ve influenced each other, and how companies liked Headlocked Comics and Masked Republic have led that charge for the past decade. (NOTE: this can also work with any wrestler who digs comics, pop culture, or has collaborated with Headlocked). – 3:00 PM; Panel 3
