EP 7 - Safety In The Communit

In this episode, Uncanny Annie and Naomi join us to discuss and tackle pressing safety concerns in the cosplay community. We share personal insights on building trust through clear communication, setting firm boundaries, and ensuring consent during photoshoots or events. Hopefully, we can share tips and tricks on creating a secure, supportive space for all cosplayers.Tea and Consent Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZwvrxVavnQHosts Socials:Darren - iPhotoUK - Insta: https://www.instagram.com/iphotouk/Tom - Switch Photography - Insta: https://www.instagram.com/switch_gn/Guest Socials:Annie - Insta: CosplayUncannyAnnie https://www.instagram.com/cosplayuncannyannie/Naomi - Insta: Nomiteee https://www.instagram.com/nomiteee/Podcast Socials: Insta: https://www.instagram.com/cosplay.togs.all.things.nerdy/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZiluyYthAbAUn33wzzPEB?si=1ce7149d67a74db2TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cosplaytogs.all.tLinkTree: https://linktr.ee/CosplayTogsAndAllThingsNerdy?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareChapters:00:00 - Addressing Safety Concerns in the Cosplay Community17:57 - Navigating Vulnerability and Trust in Collaborations35:53 - Establishing Clear Communication and Boundaries53:57 - Creating a Supportive Environment for Victims39:14 - The Importance of Communication and Trust45:53 - Experiences with Photographers and Setting Limits55:40 - Documenting Agreements and Expectations01:01:39 - Learning from Each Other in the Cosplay Community01:03:04 - Navigating Hotel Shoots Safely01:06:15 - Setting Boundaries and Expectations01:10:32 - Trust and Relationships in the Cosplay Community01:11:59 - Implementing Safety Protocols at Events01:12:41 - Confronting Bad Behavior01:18:35 - The Importance of Direct Communication01:24:42 - Community Impact and Collective Responsibility01:26:13 - Community Safety and Trust01:27:42 - Support and Resources for Safety01:29:45 - Building a Safe Community01:30:53 - Communication and Consent in Photography01:33:06 - Navigating Personal Boundaries01:35:49 - Creating a Comfortable Environment01:39:10 - The Importance of Consent01:42:38 - Final Thoughts on Safety and Support