DragonCon 2024: Hurtling Your Way Even As We Speak

Here’s where to find the gang this weekend if you’re at DragonCon. Stop in and say howdy. And be sure to rate not just our panels but any panel you attend. That’s how the powers that be decide who stays and who goes.

Friday, August 30th.

Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Guests with Q&A
When: Fri 1:00 pm (Length: 1 Hour)
Location: Atrium Ballroom Marriott
Description: A fan panel featuring actors from Star Trek: Strange New Worlds with Q&A.
Who: Rob.

Dune Part Two: A Destiny Seized
When: Fri 2:30 pm (Length: 1 Hour)
Location: Marriott M302-M303
Description: This past year we were treated to the second part of Denis Villeneuve’s adaptation of the Dune story. Beyond the stunning visuals, intriguing characters, and compelling themes, we’ll look at how this part of the story was adapted, & what might be included in the announced Part Three.
Who: Damian.

The Doctor Who Legacy: Tom Baker vs. Colin Baker 
When: Fri 4:00 pm (Length: 1 Hour)
Location: Hilton Galleria 5
Description: Explore the legacies of the Baker Doctors, Tom and Colin, in a dynamic discussion examining the distinct contributions of these iconic actors. Delve into their portrayals of the Doctor, their unique styles, and their lasting impact on the beloved series, celebrating the eras that defined Doctor Who.
Who: Rob.

Into the Upside Down: A Stranger Things Fan Panel
When: Fri 4:00 pm (Length: 1 Hour)
Location: Courtland Grand Athens
Description: Dive into the show’s mysteries, character arcs, and behind-the-scenes stories. Discuss your favorite moments, theories, and what’s next for Hawkins with fellow fans.
Who: Leigh.

Three Body Problem: Will the Bugs Survive?
When: Fri 5:30 pm (Length: 1 Hour)
Location: Marriott M301
Description: Netflix took an ambitious leap producing this series. From the Cultural Revolution in China to present day, we see how the world deals when an alien race decides the human race isn’t trustworthy enough to live. Their slower-than-light drives gives us time to figure out how to deal with their threat.
Who: Damian.

Trust No One – X-Files Team Trivia
When: Fri 8:30 pm (Length: 1 Hour)
Location: Courtland Grand Athens
Description: Join fellow fans for a fun-filled game covering everything from alien conspiracies to unforgettable episodes. Form a team, compete for prizes, and prove you’re the ultimate X-Files expert! Trust no one—but your trivia skills!
Who: Damian.

Saturday, August 31st.

135 Years of Charlie Chaplin
When: Sat 10:00 am (Length: 1 Hour)
Location: Hilton Galleria 5
Description: Celebrate the Tramp’s legacy! Fans honor Charlie Chaplin’s 135th birthday with a lively discussion. Analyze the genius of the Little Tramp, his social commentary through humor, and his enduring influence on film. Share your favorite films, iconic scenes, and what makes Chaplin a timeless comedian.
Who: Rob.

Exploring the World of Warehouse 13, Eureka, & Alphas
When: Sat 2:30 pm (Length: 1 Hour)
Location: Courtland Grand Athens
Description: During this moderated panel, fellow fans will dive into the unique world, unforgettable characters, & thrilling storylines of these timeless fan favorites.
Who: Leigh.

New Who Series Review Panel
When: Sat 7:00 pm (Length: 1 Hour)
Location: Hilton Galleria 5
Description: Finally, we have a complete series to talk about, along with a new Doctor and a new companion! We’ll discuss the entirety of Series 14 (or Series 1, or Series 41, depending on how you’re counting) and estimate the Mavity of the first series with the House of Mouse involved. Additional.
Who: Tuffley.

Righting Supernatural Wrongs: A Dead Boy Detectives Fan Panel
When: Sat 8:30 pm (Length: 1 Hour)
Location: Westin Chastain 1-2
Description: A moderated fan panel discussion of Season 1 of the hit show. *Please note, there will not be any discussion of the source material, just the show.
Who: Damian.

Sunday, September 1st

Classic Sci-Fi Roll a Panel: Movies from 1999 & 2004
When: Sun 11:30 am (Length: 1 Hour)
Location: M103-M105 Marriott
Description: Two thousand zero zero, party over. Oops! But no one is out of time until Roll-a-Panel says so! Join the chaotic lightning round hour where we do 20 mini-panels about 20 movies, thanks to the roll of a giant d20!
Who: Leigh, Rob.

Never Mind The Bollocks – The History of British Punk
When: Sun 11:30 am (Length: 1 Hour)
Location: Hilton Galleria 5
Description: British punk rock emerged in the mid-1970s with bands like the Sex Pistols and The Clash. Though its peak was brief, punk’s influence on music, fashion, and youth identity has left a lasting legacy. We’ll discuss these influences and how they affected sub-genres like post-punk and new wave.
Who: Tuffley.

X-Files: The Great Debate
When: Sun 1:00 pm (Length: 1 Hour)
Location: Courtland Grand Athens
Description: Join us for a lively panel where fans will debate their favorite protagonists, antagonists, and episodes of The X-Files. Audience participation is key as you help decide who the ultimate “winners” are in this spirited discussion of the iconic Sci-Fi series. Don’t miss your chance to weigh in.
Who: Leigh.

An Hour with the 13th Doctor: Jodie Whittaker
When: Sun 4:00 pm (Length: 1 Hour)
Location: Atrium Ballroom Marriott
Description: Jodie Whittaker joins us for an hour to chat about her time as the 13th Doctor in BBC’s Doctor Who.
Who: Rob.

Brit Pop – 60th Anniversary of the Beatles Invasion
When: Sun 5:30 pm (Length: 1 Hour)
Location: Hilton Galleria 5
Description: This session unpacks the cultural impact of the Beatles’ arrival in America in 1964. We’ll analyze the music, fashion, and media frenzy that gripped the world & how the Fab Four has transformed music, youth culture, and society at large over the past 60 years.
Who: Tuffley.

Women in Supernatural
When: Sun 10:00 pm (Length: 1 Hour)
Location: Westin Chastain 1-2
Description: A moderated fan-panel discussion over the role of women on the long-running show.
Who: Damian.

Monday, September 2nd

Classic Sci-Fi Roll-a-Panel: Movies of 1984
When: Mon 10:00 am (Length: 1 Hour)
Location: Marriott M103-M105
Description: We survived New Coke thanks to these movies, so many that we didn’t have time to do panels for all of them. The audience decides what we talk about in this lightning round hour, thanks to the giant custom Roll-a-Panel d20, the greatest Sci-Fi Convention invention.
Who: Leigh, Rob.

Roswell 25th Anniversary
When: Mon 11:30 am (Length: 1 Hour)
Location: Atrium Ballroom Marriott
Description: Reunite with the stars of Roswell as they share behind-the scenes stories, memorable moments, and answer fan questions in this moderated panel.
Who: Rob.

Japanese Fiction
When: Mon 1:00 pm (Length: 1 Hour)
Location: 310-312 Hilton
Description: From Natsume Soseki to Haruki Murakami and beyond, Japanese fiction has become more popular over the last decade. This panel explores some of the prolific authors of the genre, past and present, and we talk about how their work remains relevant today.
Who: Rob.