Podcast Episode Summary Fandom Frontier Presents — Season 1, Episode 2 This episode dives deep into the post–Free Comic Book Day buzz, the shifting landscape of southern Ontario conventions, and the ever‑evolving world of comics, collectibles, and fandom culture.
Convention Season Updates
- Niagara Comic Con cancellations: Steve Guttenberg, Jason Priestley, Gabrielle Carteris, Christine Elise, Geraldo Rivera, Matthew Sussman, and more.
“There was a big Police Academy reunion gonna happen… and Steve Gutenberg has canceled.”
- Fan Expo Toronto guest speculation and the ongoing “four hobbits” hype.
- Wrestling guests dominating Niagara’s lineup and why Buffalo’s wrestling culture plays a role.
- Wrestling World Shakeups
- Brock Lesnar retiring
- John Cena stepping back
- Paige/Saraya returning
- The New Day leaving WWE amid restructuring
- AEW talent speculation
- Free Comic Book Day Adventures
- Visiting Planet X in Richmond Hill
- The joy of small, authentic comic shops
- Standout FCBD titles:
- Inanna (Vault Comics)
- Dungeon Crawler Carl
- Mask (Image)
- Street Fighter Forever (Udon)
- He‑Man (Dark Horse)
- DC’s unusual DC vs Sonic release
- The charm of newsprint, ink smell, and crowded aisles full of fans — including paramedics grabbing comics on shift.
- Digital Comics & Webtoons
- Comparing print vs. webtoon layouts
- DriveThru Comics as a digital source
- FFPN Live Event Plans
- Exploring smaller, affordable conventions
- Potential collaborations with the Canadian Podcasters Network
- Ideas on the table:
- Mini‑convention (10am–6pm)
- Meet‑and‑greet dinner
- Live music + panel night
- Full live‑play gaming session
- Listener poll launching on the website
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