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EPISODE · Jan 23, 2026 · 28 MIN

What NO ONE Tells You About Your First UK Con!

from The Convention Creatives: An Art And Fandom Podcast · host Gilles Bone and Jay Eggman

PB and Jay kick off Season 2 with a deep dive into the side of UK conventions that rarely gets talked about. From overwhelming crowds to overpriced food to the pressure of trying to “do everything,” this episode is a guide for anyone preparing for their first con and a comforting reminder for anyone who left their first event feeling exhausted, confused or overstimulated. You’re not alone, and you’re not doing anything wrong.Your HostsPB (aka Gilles) – https://www.instagram.com/gillesbone/J (aka Jay Bear) – https://www.instagram.com/ohheyitsjaybear/In This EpisodeThe realities of scale, crowds and walking distances at UK conventionsWhy con food is so expensive and how to avoid the trapThe pressure to “do everything” and why you absolutely don’t need toHow to pace yourself and enjoy the event without burning outThe truth about cosplay expectations and why you don’t need a perfect outfitReassurance for anyone who felt overwhelmed at their first conAdvice for new attendees heading into their first convention this yearSupport the Show Explore all our socials and more at https://theconcreatives.comLeave a five star review to help support the showGet behind the scenes content and extras at https://patreon.com/theconcreatives

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