In this episode, the Have Fun and Play podcasters devote the entire show to their upcoming trip to Gen Con. The “con” as it’s lovingly called is an annual gaming convention in Indianapolis, Indiana. In fact, it is the largest tabletop gaming convention in North America. Originally named the Lake Geneva Wargames Convention, the con has evolved and grown over the years. Moving from Lake Geneva to Milwaukee and then to Indianapolis, where it’s been held since 2003. Myron and Tom have a long history with the con, having attended going back into the ’90s. Both were originally drawn to the con as a place where pen and paper role-players could unite and share a fun weekend of gaming. Now the event welcomes all kinds of gamers, with an exhibit hall showcasing not only games and gaming paraphernalia, but also artisans who work in leather, textiles, metal and many other mediums.

This year marks the podcast’s first trip to a convention and JT secured a press pass for the event! We have a jam-packed schedule of games, seminars, crafting, and interviews with creators. JT is most excited about what Funko Pop! has in store for their game reveal. Tom and Anna are both looking forward to the competitive game Someone Has Died. And Myron just wants to have fun and schedule some time for naps.

Stay Tuned to future episodes to hear about our adventures in the heartland and to hear our upcoming interviews.

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