Welcome to a Very Special Episode of the Cosplay Cast. This episode was recorded live at Escape Velocity DC in front of a live audience. It's a little bit different than our usual episodes, which makes it that much more special. Thank you to those who were in attenance and those of you who are joining us here once again or for the first time. We are back with more cosplay, photography, and shenanigans!

This week's episode is our Cosplay Therapy Session. In a lightning round style of delivery, we discuss 13 different topics associated with the trials and tribulations of life as a cosplayer. Lena, Rey_Dot_Ham, and Jay's Fine Art Photography all share their stories and insights.

Topics Covered:1. Difficult Photographers2. Mean People On The Internet3. Lack of Parental/Family Approval4. Feeling Not Good Enough To Cosplay5. Feeling overwhelmed6. Needing To Take A Step Back7. Cosplay and Finanances8. Unwanted Attention9. No One Paid Any Attention To Your Cosplay10. Losing A Contest11. Age "limits"12. Ridiculous Beauty Standards 13. The Fame Monster

Where can you find us on social media?Rey_Dot_Ham IG: www.instagram.com/rey_dot_hamFB: www.facebook.com/ReyDotHam/

Jay's Fine Art Photography IG: www.instagram.com/jaysfineartphotography/FB: www.facebook.com/JaysFineArtPhotography/

Lena Volkova IG: www.instagram.com/lokeliciousFB: www.facebook.com/lokesannaTwitter: @YeCrimsonFuckr