It is weird how we only award movies the moment they come out. But do those films stand the test of time? We will reexamine the films of 2016 to see if they still hold up. Is Spotlight still the "best picture"? Participants: Duck Washington (mod), Windy Bowlsby, Garrick A Dietze, Andrea Ropella, Megan M Slawson
GoH John Kovalic discusses his work on the Munchkin game franchise and the long running Dork Tower comic. Participants: Edward Eastman (mod), John Kovalic
Many of us view conventions as an escape but keeping con environments safe and inclusive means that we can't fully ignore sociopolitical issues. We'll discuss how to be more cognizant of this reality whether you're an attendee or an organizer. Participants: Miss Shannan (mod), Lauren Crabtree, Kendrick Edmund Hogue, Kerry T Peterson, Johanna Stark
Before James Gunn took a hold of the DC cinematic universe, Nur-D created a personal retooling of the previous 15 DCEU films. Join him as he guides you through his vision! Participants: Nur-D
Using your device to buzz in, compete against everyone else in the room to answer some Jeopardy-style questions about the biggest nerd fandoms. Are you the most knowledgeable? Come find out! Participants: Arthur Ray Armstrong, Nikki Armstrong
Come see a panel of (hopefully) funny people compete in Jackbox Quiplash games, where the prompts are all CONvergence/nerd themed. Join the audience and answer silly questions while the panelists are working. Participants: Nikki Armstrong (mod), Arthur Ray Armstrong, Molly Glover, Stephanie Hammon, Eric Knight, Ad Surmak, Eric Thompson
As clips of strange movies play on screen, a team of voice actors and musicians create a whole new soundtrack...without ever seeing the movies before! It's film, improv comedy, and live music all in one, plus a 75% chance of rubber-suit monsters! Participants: Jerry Belich, Molly Glover, Nick Glover, Kelvin Hatle, Melissa Sue Kaercher, Caly McMorrow, Duck Washington
Books, movies, podcasts, streaming--we'll try to talk about it all! What are some of the horrors you've enjoyed since 2025's CONvergence? Meet up for a fun, lively look at the horror scene. Participants: Scarlet Overkill (mod), T. Aaron Cisco, Charlene Holm, Chris William Malone, Stephanie Olson
What major characters annoyed you? Did you keep watching or reading, and if so, how did you struggle through? Participants: KitKat (mod), Nick Fox, Sherry Pofahl Johnson, Dave Margosian, Elizabeth Merritt
Dive into the mysterious world of the submariner as we answer your questions about life and technology under the sea. We'll discuss engineering, sensors, weapons, environmental, living accommodations, and the group of people that keep it running silently! Participants: Kyle B Dekker (mod), Christopher Baye, Doug Kirks, Andrew McKay, Dan Stiglich
Teams of "literary experts" compete to describe the plot of a book, judging only from its cover art! Participants: Jerry Belich, Birdchick, Molly Glover, Nick Glover, Lee Harris, Melissa Sue Kaercher, John Kovalic, Tim Wick
Let's discuss the best and most relevant Star Wars content ever created: Andor Seasons 1 and 2 and Rogue 1! Participants: Damian Boldizs (mod), skazka 9000, Nybieee, Catherine Schaff-Stump, Eric Zawadzki
Come play bingo for actual prizes! This is a fundraiser for the CVG BIPOC Grant fund, so we'll be taking donations at the event with all money collected going directly to that fund. Look for flyers around the hotel for the list of awesome prizes. Participants: Garrick A Dietze, Eric Knight, Barb Lind
"It's time to play the music!" The Muppet Show is still beloved, fifty years on. Why are so many still fans? Could it ever return? Participants: Skylar Merritt Schwartz (mod), Dawn Krosnowski, Miss Shannan, Kaija Schmauss, Bryon David Stump
What do pasta aliens, a sordid romance drama, and Arnold Schwarzenegger have in common? They are part of the funniest Japanese commercials ever made. Come see a curated hour of them! Participants: Viga
Sea stories or lies, you be the judge! Our panel of intrepid mariners tell tales of daring-do mixed with occasional drunken debauchery in far-off lands, tomfoolery on duty, and other kinds of good trouble. Adults only, strong Language. Participants: Kyle B Dekker (mod), Christopher Baye, Doug Kirks, Andrew McKay, Dan Stiglich
In anticipation of Dune Messiah, let's talk about our love for Dune--our favorite themes/characters, adaptations, and what we hope to see in the future. Participants: Jeff Grapevine (mod), Garrick A Dietze, Mark Goldberg, Sean C Novack, Dirk Ykema
Discussing being a nerd and queer and how that intersects with loving and/or believing in cryptids. Open to believers and non-believers, you just need to love the topic of discussing being queer and how that relates to your interest in cryptids. Participants: Eddie (mod), skazka 9000, Reed Alexander, AJ Pete, TG
Your favorite godless geeks are back again, and somehow it's been 14 years since this thing started?! Tim, Nick, and Molly will record an episode live with an audience! Come sit with like-minded folks for geeky atheist nonsense. Participants: Molly Glover, Nick Glover, Tim Wick
Who is Santa's favorite Doctor? Which snack food does Captain America prefer? Does Sailor Moon think Star Wars or Star Trek is better? A panel of improvisers tackles fun and geeky debate topics as a persona based on a prop or costume piece! Participants: Eric Thompson (mod), Alison Anderson, Mike Dee, Garrick A Dietze, Angela Fox, Jason Kruger, Andrea Ropella, Megan M Slawson
After all those years living with and trying to understand humans, do you sometimes wonder if Lt. Commander Data ended up more human than some of us? How do we measure this man? Boldly go where no android-centric panel has gone B-4! Participants: Cetius d'Raven (mod), Susanna Holt, Wes Huntington, Rosewind, Skylar Merritt Schwartz
Star Trek is old enough to receive a senior citizen discount at the Klingon breakfast buffet. Revisit the beloved characters, innovative storytelling, and timeless themes that have made Star Trek a cultural phenomenon, inspiring dreamers and invention! Participants: Michael Scott Shappe (mod), T. Aaron Cisco, Cory Enriquez, Assad Khaishgi, Skylar Merritt Schwartz
How do we survive, and how can we prepare to survive, the ongoing and upcoming world situation? Participants: Michael Contos (mod), Kendrick Edmund Hogue, Sherry Pofahl Johnson, Laura Okagaki, Johanna Stark
Stop reading if under 18 because innuendo's coming...waiting...OK good. Grab your joystick and double-click on this panel! Well worth the character usage. Smash or Pass, you know it. This time with video games! Yeah! **mature content** Participants: Cory Enriquez, Christina Gregerson, Janelle Kloth
With this current administration working diligently to take LGBT people out of our history, it's more important than ever to remember our queer-story. Come to the panel and hear the panelists' favorite LGBT people in history and share your own. Participants: Mordecai Mika (mod), J.R. Dawson, Sean Eberle, John Heimbuch, Eiryn Katherine
Have you ever wondered how voice actors do THAT? I got a whole PhD to answer that question. Join me and learn all about vocal tract anatomy, how your favorite actors do all those voices, and learn how to use this information to develop your own voices! Participants: Colette Feehan
Hear Christine Galey (R2-D2) and Susanna Malak (Gas Mask, Jawa) talk about Star Wars and other acting fun! Participants: Christine Galey, Susanna Malak
