Tales from the Fandom

David Ginsburg
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Tales from the Fandom

Tales from the Fandom is a podcast that explores fandoms with a different guest each week. Each guest brings their own insight into fandom. We discuss topics such as television shows, movies, books, cosplaying and more.

  1. DischaPoppy talks Disney and Disneybounding

    2H AGO

    DischaPoppy talks Disney and Disneybounding

    The latest episode is here and our latest guest, DischaPoppy, joins us from Shanghai, China. Through the powers of timezones and scheduling, I'm happy to have Poppy on the podcast. Originally from Indonesia, Poppy talks about growing up without anything Disney (which is surprising if you see her account now!). We talk about how she grew up with Japanese anime/movies on her TV, and how she didn't experience Disney until much later in life. Poppy talks about what Disney shows/movies she does like, along with recounting her first visit to a Disney theme park. Then, we talk about Disneybounding. You'll hear how Poppy went from not having seen/experienced much in the way of Disney, to finding a community of Disneybounders as an expat living in Shanghai and learning about what bounding is, and ideas on how she could pull off different characters. We talk about a number of characters she's done, from her first, to some of her more recent characters, and ones she's hoping to do in the future. You can find Poppy at: https://www.instagram.com/dischapoppy/ https://www.youtube.com/@dischapoppy https://www.tiktok.com/@dischapoppy

    40 min
  2. Valeria aka The Lady and the Bow talks Cottagecore, Photography, Fairytales & Myths

    APR 14

    Valeria aka The Lady and the Bow talks Cottagecore, Photography, Fairytales & Myths

    Our first guest from Italy, Valeria aka "The Lady and the Bow" on social media, joins me! I had stumbled across Valeria's account on Threads, where she mentioned she loved The Lord of the Rings & The Hobbit. That's usually enough for me. I popped over to her Instagram account and found beautiful and inspired photography, cool looks, and I knew I had to follow for more. After really enjoying her content, I asked her to be a guest, and here she is! We have a wide ranging conversation that goes across a number of topics. We talk about Cottagecore and what draws her to that style and look. Valeria talks about color theory and how she chooses the outfits she wears. Plus, the ins and outs of taking this kind of photography. Valeria tells us the backstory of why and how she got interested in creating this style of content, and what motivates her to continue doing what she does. We talk about her progression, and her inclusion of fairytales and myths into her work and posts. We also talk about the work she creates that you can purchase at The Cottagecore Den. You can find Valeria at: https://beacons.ai/theladyandthebow https://www.instagram.com/theladyandthebow/ https://www.tiktok.com/@theladyandthebow https://www.threads.net/@theladyandthebow You can find The Cottagecore Den at: https://www.etsy.com/shop/thecottagecoreden/ https://www.instagram.com/thecottagecoreden/

    39 min
  3. Lynne Streeter Childress talks TV mysteries, Building Better People Productions, and Fine Beats and Cheeses Podcast

    APR 7

    Lynne Streeter Childress talks TV mysteries, Building Better People Productions, and Fine Beats and Cheeses Podcast

    After having been on their podcast twice last year, it seemed only fitting that I started gathering the crew of Fine Beats and Cheeses to come on to mine. The first one who took the plunge is Lynne Streeter Childress. We kick things off by talking about TV Mysteries. We cover a lot of the spectrum - from Columbo, Matlock, and Murder, She Wrote to newer shows like Elsbeth, Poker Face, and Matlock (there's a new one!) Lynne talks about how these shows, "old white people solving crimes", attracted her to them, her memories of them, and what keeps her coming back for more.  Then, we get to talk about Building Better People Productions. BBP Productions uses theater to encourage empathy, kindness, and other social-emotional skills for kids and their adults through shows, classes, and workshops. Lynne talks about how she started BBPP, what you can expect from what she and her team do, and where you can find them! Lastly, we talk about the podcast, Fine Beats and Cheeses. Lynne makes up one third of the Fine Beats and Cheeses team, alongside her twin sister Leslie, and Sam, the producer. We talk about how the podcast came to be, the guests they have had on and topics they've talked about, and where Lynne sees herself in the podcasting space in the future. You can find Lynne at: https://www.instagram.com/lynnestreeterchildress/ https://www.threads.net/@lynnestreeterchildress You can find Building Better People Productions at: https://bbpproductions.com/ https://www.instagram.com/building_better_people/ https://www.threads.net/@building_better_people You can find Fine Beats and Cheeses at: https://finebeatsandcheeses.com/ https://feeds.captivate.fm/fine-beats-cheeses/ https://www.threads.net/@finebeatsandcheeses https://www.instagram.com/finebeatsandcheeses/ Leslie: https://www.instagram.com/lesliegraystreeter/ https://www.threads.net/@lesliegraystreeter https://lesliegraystreeter.com/ Sam: https://www.instagram.com/madebysamphotos/

    1h 22m
  4. Sasha aka JewishComicsQueen talks Jewish Representation in Marvel

    MAR 31

    Sasha aka JewishComicsQueen talks Jewish Representation in Marvel

    I stumbled across Sasha aka JewishComicsQueen on Threads when she put out a request to be a guest on more podcasts. I was glad when she said yes, and here we are! We're talking about Jewish representation within the Marvel movies and TV series. Note - this was recorded prior to Captain America: Brave New World's release. We range far and wide with the Marvel movies and shows that we discuss. From pre-Marvel Cinematic Universe, to the current status of the MCU, and what possibly to expect in the future. Topics that are talked about include Magneto's representation across the Films and animated series, MCU's Moon Knight series, Arnold Roth and his incorporation into the MCU's Bucky Barnes, and Benjamin Grimm aka The Thing in the Fantastic Four movies. We also spend a good amount of time talking about Billy Kaplan, one of Sasha's favorite characters, and his representation in Agatha All Along vs the comic version of him. Sasha and I talk about what the future could look like for upcoming Marvel projects, and Sasha provides some indie comics that have that representation currently. You can find Sasha at: https://www.instagram.com/jewishcomicsqueen/ https://www.threads.net/@jewishcomicsqueen https://linktr.ee/jewishcomicsexpert https://fine-beats-cheeses.captivate.fm/episode/sasha-kaplan-and-comics Comic Recommendations The Writer by Josh Gad - available on Amazon The Unfinished Corner by Dani Colman - available on Amazon American Dreams by Daniel Kalban - available on Amazon. Also prepping a Kickstarter to fund more Kosher Mafia by David Hazan - available on Amazon

    1h 31m
  5. Ginamidala talks Art & Cosplay, Guide, and her work as an Author

    MAR 24

    Ginamidala talks Art & Cosplay, Guide, and her work as an Author

    I've been following Gina aka Ginamidala on Instagram for quite some time and I was excited that she said yes to being a guest. Not just because of her cosplay work, but also because she published her first book, Guide, and I wanted to talk about that too! We split the episode in half. For the first half, Gina and I talk about art and cosplay. With art, Gina talks about her beginnings with art in school, and progressing from there. She talks about all the different art forms she's done and which ones she prefers. We talk about the art that she's created and shared on her Instagram page (and which you can purchase, if you message her!). We also talk about Cosplay. Gina talks about how she first got interested in Cosplaying, and what characters she's drawn to. We talk about the character's she has done, along with some of her plans for the future with cosplay. In the back half of the episode, Gina talks about her work as an Author. We talk about her writing journey, which led to the self publishing of Guide. We talk about the book without spoilers, as we talk about the plot, main character and supporting cast, and her plans for the future. You can find Gina at: https://www.instagram.com/ginamidala/ https://www.tiktok.com/@ginamidala You can buy Guide on eBook and Paperback on Amazon at: https://amzn.to/4hDMwVB

    1h 2m
  6. Shad of The Sidequest Hustle podcast talks anime, manga, and his podcast

    MAR 17

    Shad of The Sidequest Hustle podcast talks anime, manga, and his podcast

    It's always nice when people reach out and ask to be guests on the podcast. Shad, host of The Sidequest Hustle Podcast, did just that, and here we are! Shad kicks things off with a conversation about anime. Being that we're close in age, we cover a number of classic animes that started off on Toonami, and discuss watching anime at all hours of night. We talk about Gundam, as well as getting his personal Top 5 Anime, and his Top 5 anime that he'd recommend to others. We also talk about what kind of anime he prefers - seasonal, long form, and how much time he'll give to new series. From there, we delve into the flip side of anime, which is manga. Shad talks about how and why anime pointed him in the direction of manga, with his thought of "That can't be how this ends". And he was right. Which anime are we talking about? Listen to the episode and find out. Shad talks about the manga that he enjoys, what he looks for, and more. Then we're talking all about The Sidequest Hustle Podcast. Shad hosts this podcast, exploring Blerd culture, anime, comics, video games, and more. He's looking for guests, and if you're interested, you can find the link below. Take a listen to his show! You can find Shad and The Sidequest Hustle Podcast at: https://linktr.ee/thesidequesthustle https://www.instagram.com/thesidequesthustle/ https://www.youtube.com/@TheSideQuestHustle https://www.threads.net/@thesidequesthustle https://www.tiktok.com/@thesidequesthustle

    1h 24m
  7. Joylenny KawaiiWorld talks Anime, and Cosplay

    MAR 10

    Joylenny KawaiiWorld talks Anime, and Cosplay

    Joy aka Joylenny KawaiiWorld on Instagram joins me to talk about two of her favorite things - Anime and Cosplay. We start things off by talking about anime. Joy talks about growing up in the Dominican Republic and watching her first anime series there. Once she moved to the US, she got more immersed in anime. We're talking everything from Dragonball to One Piece. Joy talks about the kinds of anime that she likes, how many episodes she gives an anime before deciding to continue or not, and what anime she recommends. On the flip side of the episode is Cosplay! Joy talks about how she first stumbled into Cosplay after being dressed as Mothra one year for Halloween. We talk about how she decided to continue into the world of Cosplay. We talk about some of the challenges she deals with when it comes to cosplay, along with the characters she cosplays as. We talk about some of Joy's favorite characters, like Black Cat, and some that she wants to do in the future. You can find Joy at: https://www.instagram.com/joylennykawaiiworld/ https://www.tiktok.com/@joylennykawaiiworld https://www.facebook.com/people/Joylenny-KawaiiWorld/61555330359994/ https://linktr.ee/joylennykawaiiworld You can find OneKingGarcia at: https://www.instagram.com/onekinggarcia/ You can find Video Game Amateurs at: https://www.instagram.com/vgamateurs/ https://linktr.ee/vgamateurs

    59 min
  8. Shaunie aka ShaucatCosplay talks Scooby Doo, Cosplay, and Tabletop Roleplaying Games

    MAR 3

    Shaunie aka ShaucatCosplay talks Scooby Doo, Cosplay, and Tabletop Roleplaying Games

    Shaunie aka ShaucatCosplay joins me to talk about a few of my favorite fandoms! We start off by talking about one of my favorite things growing up as a kid. For the first time in 500+ episodes, we talk Scooby Doo! Shaunie talks to me about how she first got into Scooby Doo. From the original series, to the animated movies, and the multitude of different shows they've made, we cover as much as possible. From her favorite characters, to some of the underrated works. There are no red herrings here! Then, we segue that into cosplay, as Shaunie has cosplayed every member of Mystery Inc, including the van, plus a number of characters you may not even recognize! As well, we talk about how she cosplays her tabletop roleplaying characters, and how she incorporates that. We wrap up with a conversation about.... tabletop roleplaying games! From how she first got her start, to Dungeons & Dragons, and a game called Our Brilliant Ruin, we cover what appeals to her, what class she likes to play in D&D and some of her experiences in person, and online. Shaunie also talks a bit about her online business, Moonforge & Brightleaf, and the nerdy pins and crafts that they make. You can find Shaunie at: https://www.instagram.com/shaucatcosplay/ https://www.threads.net/@shaucatcosplay You can find Moonforge & Brightleaf at: https://www.etsy.com/shop/moonforgebrightleaf/ https://www.instagram.com/moonforgebrightleaf/ https://www.threads.net/@moonforgebrightleaf You can find the free pdf for Our Brilliant Ruin at: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/476564/our-brilliant-ruin-roleplaying-game

    50 min
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Tales from the Fandom is a podcast that explores fandoms with a different guest each week. Each guest brings their own insight into fandom. We discuss topics such as television shows, movies, books, cosplaying and more.

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  • Creator
    David Ginsburg
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2025
  • Episodes
    525
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2016-2025 David Ginsburg
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    Tales from the Fandom

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