WonderCon 2025: Full Schedule

1:00pm PDT

It’s a Time Machine, Baby!: 900 1970s El Cortez SDCC Photos from the Shel Dorf Archives

Friday March 28, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT

Comic-Con founder Shel Dorf used two 35mm film cameras and a medium-format film camera to shoot pictures at Comic-Con in its early years. Greg Koudoulian has digitized over 900 of Shel's photos. Shel was a photojournalist at the Detroit Free Press from 1953 to 1968 and created the Detroit Triple Fan Fair before moving to San Diego. David Glanzer and Greg will discover old pals from decades ago during this photo slide show presentation and discussion.

Friday March 28, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Room 211

1: Programs, Animation, Books, Cosplay, Kids, Superheroes

1:30pm PDT

AAPI Representation in Comics and Media

Friday March 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT

Room 213AB

Creators in the industry about the progression of Asian representation and where it stands today. Christopher Sean (actor, Days of Our Lives, Ultraman Rising), Tony Moy (artist, 4Forty2nd Lost Battalion), Anjali Bhimani (actor/author, Overwatch, Ms. Marvel), and Mog Park (artist, storyboard, Game of Thrones) will discuss what inspired them growing up and what they hope to see going forward. Moderated by Justin Otero (cosplayer).

Friday March 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:30pm PDT
Room 213AB

1: Programs, Art and Illustration, BIPOC, Books, Comics, Superheroes, Television, Video Games, Writers & Writing

2:00pm PDT

Spiritual Themes in Comics

Friday March 28, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

Room 211

Spiritual themes continue to be an essential element in comic books, television, and movies, ranging from the Netflix series Arcane to the Disney+ series Agatha All Along. This panel examines how these themes have influenced the entertainment industry and the culture at large. Panelists are B. Dave Walters (actor), Scott Marcano (Diablo Publishing), Casey Robin (Disney), Matthew Agosto (pastor), and Ralph Miley (New Creation Comics), moderated by Kyle Keene.

Friday March 28, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Room 211

1: Programs, Animation, Anime & Manga, Books, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comics, Fandom, Horror and Suspense, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television

3:00pm PDT

Spotlight on Dan Slott: Playing the Long Game in a Shared Universe

Friday March 28, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Room 207

From kicking off The Superior Spider-Man saga in Amazing Spider-Man #698-#700 from a story development seeded a hundred issues earlier in ASM #600 to paying off a clue set up in the first issue of Silver Surfer Vol.3 in the last issue of Silver Surfer Vol.4. Marvel & DC writer Dan Slott looks at all the pitfalls, pitfalls, rewards, and . . . mostly pitfalls of long-form storytelling in a shared comic book universe.

Special Guests

Dan Slott

WonderCon Special Guest

Dan Slott has worked with Marvel for many years, giving fans an action-packed 10-year run on The Amazing Spider-Man! His writing credits include She-Hulk, Avengers, Batman, and The Silver Surfer. He recently finished working on a run of The Fantastic Four and Iron Man. Currently... Read More →

Friday March 28, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Room 207

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Comics, Fandom, Humor & Satire, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Writers & Writing

4:00pm PDT

Inside the McFarlane Toys Multiverse

Friday March 28, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT

North 200A

Get an exclusive first look at the latest and greatest toys and collectibles from McFarlane Toys and Todd McFarlane himself! Explore exciting brands like DC Multiverse, Marvel, Spawn, and so much more. The McFarlane Toys team, along with special guests, will provide an in-depth look at these highly anticipated products. Plus, there will be some thrilling surprises and giveaways you won’t want to miss!

Special Guests

Todd McFarlane

WonderCon Special Guest

Todd McFarlane is the Emmy and Grammy Award–winning director/producer and creator of one of the world’s best-selling comics, Spawn. He is known for his work on Spider-Man and The Amazing Spider-Man, where he co-created Venom. Todd is co-founder and President of Image Comics and... Read More →

Friday March 28, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm PDT
North 200A

1: Programs, Action Figures - Toys - Collectibles, Action/Adventure, Animation, Anniversaries, Art and Illustration, Comics, Horror and Suspense, Movies, Music, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television, Web, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

5:15pm PDT

Spotlight on Todd McFarlane

Friday March 28, 2025 5:15pm - 6:15pm PDT

North 200A

Todd McFarlane takes the stage to share his journey of breaking into comics. From his start with DC and Spider-Man to co-creating Venom, he went on to revolutionize the industry with Spawn, Image Comics, and his ever-expanding empire in entertainment and collectibles.

Special Guests

Todd McFarlane

WonderCon Special Guest

Friday March 28, 2025 5:15pm - 6:15pm PDT
North 200A

1: Programs, Action Figures - Toys - Collectibles, Action/Adventure, Animation, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances, Art and Illustration, Comics, Horror and Suspense, Movies, Music, Mysteries & Crime Dramas, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Televi

5:30pm PDT

SDSA X Marvel: Set Decorators of the Marvel Cinematic Universe

Friday March 28, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT

Room 213AB

Set decorators, assemble! Being the set decorator on a Marvel film or TV show is a career highlight. Set decorators from Loki (Claudia Bonfe), Miss Marvel (Karuna Karmarkar), Agent Carter (Ellen Totleben), and others share the joys and the unique struggles of creating sets for some of the comic book world’s biggest screen adaptations.

Friday March 28, 2025 5:30pm - 6:30pm PDT
Room 213AB

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Comics, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television

6:00pm PDT

Toonstock’s Sweet 16!

Friday March 28, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT

North 100B

Toonstock, the entertaining celebration of music in animation, returns with its 16th edition featuring a bevy of tuneful toons and the beloved Batman: The Brave and the Bold sing-along to the landmark “Mayhem of the Music Meister” episode. The Archive Guys Podcast hosts Matt Patterson and DW Ferranti, and moderator Gary Miereanu assemble for a melodious salute with some surprise guests, interactive performances, and oh-so-cool prizes.

Friday March 28, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Animation, Fandom, Movies, Music, Superheroes, Television

7:30pm PDT

Concept to Creation: A Writers Forum

Friday March 28, 2025 7:30pm - 8:30pm PDT

Room 210

Are you passionate about writing, creating, and storytelling? Do you have a book, script, or idea in need of some TLC? Join creative professionals in an engaging, audience-led discussion designed for independent authors, creators, and artists like you! April Wahlin (author, Pandora Syndrome; reality show winner, Search for the Next Elvira) is joined by Chris Gore (creator, Film Threat, Attack of the Doc), Laurine Price (producer and writer, Phoenix), Jessica Maison (author and comics publisher, Wicked Tree Press; Plastic Girl Trilogy, Mary Shelley’s School for Monsters), Aristotle Dreher (content creator and performer, Aristotle Full Throttle, The Stoning Rolls), Dr. Travis Langley (writer, Batman and Psychology: A Dark and Stormy Knight, The Handmaid's Tale Psychology: Seeing Off Red), Alex Langley (writer, Spider-Man Psychology, The Geek Handbook series), and Cosmoe Tayson (producer, The Cosmoe Show; host, Delulu Canoe Podcast).

Friday March 28, 2025 7:30pm - 8:30pm PDT
Room 210

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Books, Comics, Education, Games, Writers & Writing, Horror and Suspense, Humor & Satire, Movies, Mysteries & Crime Dramas, Podcasts, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Seminars & Workshops, Superheroes, Technology - Science - STEM, Television, W

7:30pm PDT

The Dad Batch Podcast: Family Reunion

Friday March 28, 2025 7:30pm - 8:30pm PDT

Room 208

The hosts of the Dad Batch Podcast discuss all things prop and costume building, pop culture, and especially Star Wars. Come ready to ask questions and show off what's on your workbench.

Friday March 28, 2025 7:30pm - 8:30pm PDT
Room 208

1: Programs, Cosplay, Costuming, Movies, Podcasts, Superheroes, Television

9:00pm PDT

The Emperor of the Iceberg Lounge: Inside the Mind of the Penguin

Friday March 28, 2025 9:00pm - 10:00pm PDT

Room 300A

The new series The Penguin takes viewers deep into the origin of one of Batman’s best-known villains. From being overlooked and disregarded to being the kingpin of Gotham’s underground, the origin story of the Penguin, as told by this series, is psychologically rich, with topics of trauma, relationships, overcoming insecurities, and forming one's identity present in almost every episode. Lorran Garrison, M.A. Ed. (Little Brainstorm), Dr. Sara Roldan (Our Oasis Community Podcast), Travis Adams, L.S.W. (Spider-Man Psychology), and Dr. Travis Langley (Batman and Psychology) dive deep and explore the Penguin’s story to understand why he's a fan favorite. Moderated by Dr. Benjamin Taitz (Psychology for Geeks).

Friday March 28, 2025 9:00pm - 10:00pm PDT
Room 300A

1: Programs, Comics, Education, Superheroes, Television

11:00am PDT

Autism in Comics

Saturday March 29, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT

Room 211

Representation matters but comes with complications. Moderator Britton Payne (VP of business and legal affairs, Nickelodeon/Paramount) details the sometimes-troubling history of autistic characters in comic books with panelists Bex Burgess (YA graphic novel Speak Up!) and Eleanor Payne (3rd Grade Inclusion Advocate). They’ll explore how comics as a medium can foster a modern understanding of autism among its readership. Bex will also discuss their experiences as an autistic comic book creator and of creating comic books that feature an autistic main character navigating her way through high school.

Saturday March 29, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Room 211

1: Programs, Animation, Art and Illustration, Books, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comics, Education, Fandom, Historical, Kids, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Seminars & Workshops, Superheroes, Television, Writers & Writing

11:00am PDT

You Got Comics in My Games! You Got Games in My Comics!

Saturday March 29, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT

Room 209

Comics and games are the two largest mediums in geek culture that intersect for most of fandom. From adaptations of the same IPs to why fans love both of them is explored by creators and players alike. Why choose comics or games when you can fall in love with both?

Saturday March 29, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Room 209

1: Programs, Comics, Fandom, Games, Superheroes, Television, Video Games

11:15am PDT

11th Annual Women Rocking Hollywood Panel: Surviving and Thriving in a Changing Landscape

Saturday March 29, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm PDT

North 100B

The last few years have been difficult for artists working in the screen industries. This has been especially true for women. And yet, they persevere. This year’s panel celebrates the showrunners, directors, and advocates creating great work despite the challenges. From fan favorites to genre films and compelling stories on the small screen, female filmmakers reflect diverse voices onscreen. This panel of powerful women changing the landscape of film & TV from the inside discusses their newest projects and how they navigate the worlds inside and outside Hollywood. Scheduled to appear are writer/executive producer Aeysha Carr (Woke, the upcoming Government Cheese), director Rosemary Rodriguez (Peacemaker, The Walking Dead franchise), producer/executive producer Dara Resnick (Daredevil, Home Before Dark), writer/executive producer Carla Ching (Fear the Walking Dead, Mr. & Mrs. Smith), writer/executive producer Danielle Sanchez-Witzel (Up Here, Survival of the Thickest), and advocate Chandra Jackson (director of marketing and communications for Women in Film). Moderated by Leslie Combemale (lead contributor, Alliance of Women Film Journalists).

Saturday March 29, 2025 11:15am - 12:15pm PDT
North 100B

11:30am PDT

Writing the DC Universe Animated Movies

Saturday March 29, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT

North 200A

An alumni reunion of screenwriters from the 18-year history of the DC Universe animated movies gives you the lowdown on the creation of some of the most beloved animated films in superhero history—and how those treasured words were crafted for the screen. Hear from popular writers Tim Sheridan (Batman: The Long Halloween), Meghan Fitzmartin (Justice Society: World War II), Jeremy Adams (Batman: Soul of the Dragon), Jim Krieg (Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths), Ernie Altbacker (Justice League Dark: Apokolips War), and others as they give insight into honing your skills as a professional animation writer. Come for the writing tips and stay for the audience Q&A, when moderator Gary Miereanu will reward the best questions with some limited-edition prizes.

Saturday March 29, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
North 200A

1: Programs, Animation, Education, Fandom, Kids, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Writers & Writing

12:00pm PDT

5th Annual “It’s Alive!”: Designing Sci-Fi, Horror, and Comic Book Genre Film and TV

Saturday March 29, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT

Room 300A

Industry professionals reveal how they bring worlds and characters to life through the artistry of editing, music, sound, and more. With editor Brett W. Bachman, ACE (Companion, Heart Eyes), re-recording mixer Christina “Chuyue” Wen (What We Do in the Shadows Season 6), VFX supervisor/2nd unit director Johnny Han (HBO and DC’s The Penguin), editor/director Jon Dudkowski (Star Trek: Discovery), and composers Leo Birenberg and Zach Robinson (Cobra Kai, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man). Moderated by director/actor/writer/co-founder of Not Your Daddy's Films Carlye Tamaren. Part 2 of Impact24 PR’s Panel Superblock.

Saturday March 29, 2025 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
Room 300A

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Comics, Fandom, Movies, Music, Mysteries & Crime Dramas, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television

1:00pm PDT

Tarzan’s Creator Celebrates 150 Years!

Saturday March 29, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT

Room 211

A century and a half ago, a man was born who changed the face of popular culture, writing some of the most iconic and bestselling books of the 20th century and spawning a multimedia franchise that has endured to this day: Edgar Rice Burroughs, creator of Tarzan of the Apes and John Carter of Mars! The team at Edgar Rice Burroughs, Inc.—James Sullos (president), Cathy Wilbanks (vice president of operations), and Christopher Paul Carey (vice president of publishing)—discuss this monumental milestone as well as announce the next wave of forthcoming Burroughs projects. Wolf Larson—writer, producer, former Tarzan TV star, and now head of ERB Entertainment—will also be on hand to discuss the company’s new entertainment division, including an ERB Universe animated TV series in development and other prospects for both the big and small screens.

Saturday March 29, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Room 211

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Animation, Anniversaries, Art and Illustration, Books, Comics, Historical, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television

2:30pm PDT

The Mighty Crusaders

Saturday March 29, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT

Room 213AB

In 1939, MLJ Comics, the company later rebranded as Archie Comics, published Blue Ribbon Comics, entering the world of superheroes with Bob Phantom. They would go on to create a pantheon of superheroes, including the first patriotic superhero, The Shield, as well as fan favorites like The Comet, Hangman, The Fly, Lancelot Strong, and many more. These heroes have appeared in both Archie Comics and DC Comics. Their stories have been reprinted in England, France, Germany, and Brazil. They have crossed over to radio, film, and the pulps. Presented here is the 86-year history of the greatest superheroes of the Archie Universe. Moderated by Rik Offenberger (The MLJ Companion), with Tim Chizmar (Fangoria, co-chair of the Horror Writers Association), and Ray MacKay (Big Bang Comics, EYRIE magazine).

Saturday March 29, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
Room 213AB

1: Programs, Comics, Historical, Superheroes

3:00pm PDT

Tales From My Spinner Rack LIVE!

Saturday March 29, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Room 209

With the new Fantastic Four: First Steps movie coming out in just a few short months, Gary Sassaman (former director of programming and publications, Comic-Con and WonderCon) takes a nostalgic look back at “The World’s Greatest Comic Magazine!” in this graphics-filled presentation featuring the “first steps” of the Fantastic Four comic book series by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. Joining Sassaman to discuss growing up with the FF and Kirby’s boundless creativity is WonderCon special guest Mark Evanier (Kirby: King of Comics, Groo the Wanderer), friend and former assistant of the artist.

Special Guests

Mark Evanier

WonderCon Special Guest

Mark Evanier attended his first San Diego Comic-Con in 1970 and has been to every one of these annual events ever since. He was then an assistant to the great Jack Kirby, whom he wrote about in his book Kirby, King of Comics. Mark has also written for live-action TV shows, animated... Read More →

Saturday March 29, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Room 209

1: Programs, Comics, Education, Fandom, Historical, Superheroes, Humor & Satire, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

3:00pm PDT

Two Legends

Saturday March 29, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

North 100B

Jim Lee and Todd McFarlane talk comics, careers, and friendship.

Special Guests

Jim Lee

WonderCon Special Guest

Jim Lee, the world-renowned comic book artist, writer, editor, and publisher, is currently president, publisher, and chief creative officer of DC. He leads creative efforts to integrate DC’s publishing portfolio of characters and stories across all media, supporting Warner Bros... Read More →

Todd McFarlane

WonderCon Special Guest

Saturday March 29, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Action Figures - Toys - Collectibles, Action/Adventure, Animation, Art and Illustration, Comics, Horror and Suspense, Movies, Music, Mysteries & Crime Dramas, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television, Web, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Ap

6:00pm PDT

The Science of Spider-Man

Saturday March 29, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT

Room 207

Two people very knowledgeable about the Spider-Man comics—TJ Shevlin (2023 Eisner Judge, product development, Upper Deck) and Alonso Nunez (executive director, Little Fish Comic Book Studio)—join with scientists who understand the limits of biology (Ronald Coleman, Ph.D., Regenerative Medicine) and physics (Chelsea Ballinger, physicist/co-founder of Ishihara Solutions) examine the science of the character. Starting with the mutations induced by the radioactive spider that bit him, through the genius of his web slingers, panelists will explore the things that are possible, the things that are impossible, and the things we just can't know. Moderated by Jonathan Bacon-Liu (host, All the Time We Have podcast).

Saturday March 29, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm PDT
Room 207

1: Programs, Animation, Comics, Education, Movies, Superheroes, Technology - Science - STEM, Television, Video Games

7:00pm PDT

3D Printing Action Figures

Saturday March 29, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm PDT

Room 210

Esteban Cifuentes (FIST; GI Joe design expert), Rob Wiggins (Get R Done Dudes; ex-designer for Hasbro), Elliot Garnett (Centerpoint Studios; Star Wars custom figure designer and painter), and Adam Rodriguez (designer for micro action figures) discuss the successes and failures of creating toys we will never see in the stores. From digital design to custom painting to new technology in 3D printing, they will show and talk about what it takes to make these figures come to life and how you can, too. Moderated by Mike Syfritt (HTB Toys; toy designer and 3D printing expert). Stay to the end for a chance to win a resin 3D printer of your own!

Saturday March 29, 2025 7:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Room 210

1: Programs, Action Figures - Toys - Collectibles, Animation, Anime & Manga, Comics, Fandom, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Technology - Science - STEM, Television, Video Games

8:30pm PDT

The 2025 WonderCon Masquerade

Saturday March 29, 2025 8:30pm - 11:00pm PDT

North 200A

The annual onstage costume competition celebrates the amazing cosplay creativity and talents of WonderCon attendees. Not a dance or party, the masquerade is a series of onstage presentations of terrific fan-crafted costumes, with trophies, generous cash prizes, and other awards, and judged by professional costume designers. The guest mistress of ceremonies will be Ashley Eckstein (founder of the Her Universe fashion and lifestyle brand, and the voice of Ahsoka Tano for Star Wars: The Clone Wars,Star Wars: Rebels,Star Wars: Forces of Destiny, and more). There will also be special entertainment during the judging break with a new performance by the talented Corps Dance Crew, and then a big new Star Wars–inspired show by the amazing Saber Guild lightsaber group. Doors will open at 8:00 PM for audience seating, but the line for choice seating always starts to form earlier. No flash photography, please.

Saturday March 29, 2025 8:30pm - 11:00pm PDT
North 200A

1: Programs, Animation, Anime & Manga, Comics, Cosplay, Costuming, Fandom, Historical, Horror and Suspense, Movies, Music, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television, Video Games

10:00am PDT

Action and Adventure in Graphic Novels

Sunday March 30, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am PDT

Room 209

It's all about the chase scenes, witty superheroes, thrilling mystery, and exciting escapades in these stories. Moderator Thien Pham (Family Style) joins authors Kayden Phoenix (Latina Superheroes, Vol. 1: Jalisco and Santa), Steve Breen (Sky & Ty 2: Dinomite!), and Emmanuel Guerrero (Cactus Kid The Battle for Star Rock Mountain,Cactus Kid Rumble at the Rodeo) as they explore exercising imaginations and engaging passions with graphic novels.

Sunday March 30, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am PDT
Room 209

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Books, Comics, Education, Kids, Superheroes, Writers & Writing

10:30am PDT

Authentically Creating Autistic Characters

Sunday March 30, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am PDT

Room 213AB

With increasing rates of autism, there is an increasing demand for autistic characters in pop culture from both executives and audiences. But for the creatives in the middle, especially the neurotypical ones, it can feel like a daunting challenge. Whether it’s a YA fantasy graphic novel, a family sitcom, a high-octane hospital drama, a postapocalyptic zombie comic, or whatever—authentic autistic characters belong there, too. Moderator Britton Payne (vice president of business and legal affairs at Nickelodeon/Paramount) leads a discussion with autistic actor Kayla Cromer (The Good Doctor, Monster High), writer/producer Niya Wright (Ada Twist, Scientist) and non-speaking author/advocate Alfonso Camacho (Preparing for School: Alfie’s AAC Journey). This panel of both autistic and neurotypical television and comic book creators will speak wioth Britton about how they successfully added autistic characters to serial fiction, and how you can too!

Sunday March 30, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am PDT
Room 213AB

1: Programs, Art and Illustration, Books, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comics, Education, Fandom, Historical, Kids, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Seminars & Workshops, Superheroes, Television, Writers & Writing

11:00am PDT

Cosplay Clubs for People with Disabilities

Sunday March 30, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT

Room 300E

Claudia Birmingham, Jim DiRosa, Donna Bawolski, and Andrea Romo (founding parents of the dD Cosplay Club for Persons with Disabilities) and Bryce Birmingham, Luis DiRosa, Dayna Bawolski, and Brandon Estribi (founding members of the dD Cosplay Club) discuss the benefits of cosplay for persons with disabilities, along with how to start and run your own cosplay club. Moderated by Chris Birmingham (creator of the superhero dDominator, founder of the nonprofit ddominatordotnet inc., and creator of the dD Cosplay Club for Persons with Disabilities).

Sunday March 30, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Room 300E

1: Programs, Cosplay, Costuming, Superheroes

11:00am PDT

Pop Culture and the Christian Church

Sunday March 30, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT

Room 211

How effective has the Christian church been in reaching out to the pop culture community? Where has the Christian church fallen short, and how can it improve? Fans, pastors, and church leaders discuss tested strategies to reach the pop culture community with the love of God. Featuring pastor Alexander James (author), Joe Queen (Geeky Guys/Gals 4 God), Karyn Keene (educator), Bryan Hero (Spirit Knight), Pastor Christopher Stewart (Jesus House), and moderator Kyle Keene.

Sunday March 30, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm PDT
Room 211

1: Programs, Animation, Anime & Manga, Comics, Education, Fandom, Movies, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television

11:30am PDT

My Comic History in Three Issues

Sunday March 30, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT

Room 213AB

What are the impactful graphic novels/comic issues that shaped your love for graphic literature? Choose your three favorites and join a panel of comics creators, comics professionals, and academics for an interactive discussion of the works that influenced their personal and professional lives, as well as picks from the audience. Alex Antone (editorial director, Skybound Entertainment/Image Comics), Dr. Matthew Atherton (associate professor of social sciences, CSUSM), David M. Booher (Killer Queens,Canto), and Barbra Dillon (president and co-founder, Fanbase Press) identify the key moments that shaped our love for a medium. Moderated by Allison Carr (academic transitions librarian, CSUSM).

Sunday March 30, 2025 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
Room 213AB

1: Programs, Books, Comics, Superheroes

12:30pm PDT

Star Trek Toys from the Nacelle Company

Sunday March 30, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT

Room 300C

Brian Volk-Weiss (The Toys That Made Us) and The Nacelle Company (The Toys That Made Us, Biker Mice from Mars) discuss their new officially licensed action figures for Star Trek. Fans in attendance will get exclusive sneak peeks at future waves of Star Trek toys coming from Nacelle and learn how wave one of Nacelle’s highly anticipated action figure line went from idea to reality. These are Star Trek toys made by passionate Star Trek fans!

Special Guests

Nicholas Meyer

WonderCon Special Guest

Nicholas Meyer’s Sherlock Holmes novel The Seven-Per-Cent Solution was a New York Times bestseller for 40 weeks and won the British Gold Dagger award for crime fiction. His screenplay for the film was nominated for an Academy Award. Six other Sherlock Holmes novels followed. Meyer... Read More →

Sunday March 30, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm PDT
Room 300C

1: Programs, Action Figures - Toys - Collectibles, Action/Adventure, Animation, Anime & Manga, Art and Illustration, Comics, Movies, Music, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Superheroes, Television, Web, WonderCon Special Guest Spotlights & Appearances

1:00pm PDT

Queer Comics and Resistance: Poking Fun at Power

Sunday March 30, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT

Room 211

How can comics and culture fight back against homophobia and transphobia? Can poking fun at political figures influence their opinions? Can satire in comics change the way people think about the queer community? Prism Comics, moderator Tara Madison Avery (Prism Comics, Stacked Deck Press), and panelists Liam Coballes (The Out Side, Yu Yu Hakusho), Nicole Maines (Bad Dream, Secret Six, Supergirl), Knave Murdok (TransCat, We're Still Here), Megan Praz (One More Year, Contested Strip), Sonya Saturday (The Greatest Thing You've Ever Seen in Your Life, J.K. Rowling and the Ungrateful Fans), William O. Tyler (We Belong, Anxious Ax), and Shing Yin Khor (The Legend of Auntie Po, American Dream? A Journey on Route 66) discuss these and other topics of social activism in comics.

Sunday March 30, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm PDT
Room 211

1: Programs, Animation, BIPOC, Cartooning and Comic Strips, Comics, Humor & Satire, LGBTQIA+, Superheroes

2:00pm PDT

Launching Your First Kickstarter

Sunday March 30, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

Room 213CD

Has crowdfunding become too crowded? Moderator Andy Nordvall (Bad Future Comics) holds a lively discussion with panelists Carl Choi (247 Comics), Eddie deAngelini (The Collectors), Chris Hill (Rapture Productions), Oriana Leckert (Kickstarter’s head of publishing), and C. Solis (The Order of the Nun-Ya) on how to navigate an ever-changing online landscape.

Sunday March 30, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Room 213CD

1: Programs, Comics, Education, Superheroes, Writers & Writing

2:00pm PDT

Princess and Superhero Storytime with Kids Can Cosplay

Sunday March 30, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

Room 300E

Kids of all ages, come hear stories read by some of your favorite princesses and superheroes! Children and adults can also learn more about working with our causeplay charity and becoming a volunteer. After stories, follow cosplayers to the KCC booth on the show floor for meet-and-greets, photo ops, and booth giveaways. KCC volunteer character readers include Elemental Cosplay, Kat Ristow, James Johnson, Stefanie Carlson, Jennifer Hinojosa, Johnny Hinojosa, Leana Ahmed, Wendy Newton, and Trevor Newton.

Sunday March 30, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
Room 300E

1: Programs, Animation, Books, Cosplay, Kids, Superheroes

2:30pm PDT

Lumpia Deep Fried Universe: DJ Icy Ice in the Mix-Mix!

Sunday March 30, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT

North 100B

Kid Heroes Productions, the creators behind the award-winning Lumpia film and comic books series, discuss their newest comic book drop, The Ones and Twos, with legendary DJ Icy Ice (World Famous Beat Junkies), spotlighting the mobile, party, and club deejay scene of the '90s prevalent with Filipino American culture mixed with their latest addition to the D.F.U.: Mix-Mix, a multiracial task force of multi-dessert-inspired anti-heroes! Featuring Patricio Ginelsa (writer/director), Brian "beee" Bello (artist), Lauren Lola (co-writer), Cesar Cueva (artist), and moderator Winston Emano (mano Y mano Media). Includes free print giveaway and special surprises!

Sunday March 30, 2025 2:30pm - 3:30pm PDT
North 100B

1: Programs, Action/Adventure, Art and Illustration, BIPOC, Comics, Movies, Music, Superheroes

3:00pm PDT

X-Men Fandom Panel: Mutant Voices

Sunday March 30, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

Room 300A

Merry mutants unite! Voice actors from X-Men ’97, Marvel Rivals, X-Men: The Animated Series, and the Capcom Fighting Collection gather to talk about bringing their characters to life. Lenore Zann (Rogue), Catherine Disher (Jean Grey), Matthew Waterson (Magneto), Isaac Robinson-Smith (Bishop), J. P. Karliak (Morph), Alpha Takahashi (Psylocke), and Daniel Marin (Namor) appear with moderators Chandler Poling and Chris Riley of the X-Reads podcast.

Sunday March 30, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
Room 300A

1: Programs, Animation, Fandom, Podcasts, Superheroes, Video Games