The Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo, or C2E2 as it is more commonly known, is one of the largest pop-culture conventions in the midwest, taking place in downtown Chicago at the McCormick Place convention center. This year, 2024 it was held the weekend of April 26th to April 28th. Celebrities, artists, authors, fans, cosplayers, collectors, and vendors, converge all in one place to meet, share and enjoy their passions. Some consider this an unofficial kick-off to the U.S. convention season. This episode contains conversations with several folks who came either as an exhibitor or attendee. Links:Todd Hoffman - WSTR/BigTLilT Podcast @tizzzzod on Instagram, Twitter @WSTRmedia and @bigtliltpodcast Nicole Markhenke Instagram @peacelovefandoms - @PL_Fandoms on Twitter, @Rogue1Radio on Twitter, @rogueoneradio on Instagram for the main show Victor AragonFandadshttps://linktr.ee/FandadsMike PriorPriority 3Dhttps://www.etsy.com/shop/PRIORity3DPRIORity3DServices@gmail.comThe Red 5 Network@red5networkhttps://bio.link/red5Daniel Govar - ArtistWebsite: https://www.danielgovar.comStore: https://danielgovar.bigcartel.com@saulone on Twitter@danielgovar on InstagramCamron Johnson, Topps/Comic Artisthttp://www.camronjohnson.comKarl SchmidtInstagram @pileo64Max Boyle@ready2regtrohttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ready-2-retro--5522857Tim Oliphant@tmntplus on Instagram@tim_oliphantJoey From Ninja Toitles - @Ninjatoitles on Instagram, Tik-Tok and Twitter - or ninjatoitles.comTony from @ClicktoEnlarge on InstagramMore designs are up on the TeePublic store with more to come! Help out the show and find some cool swag.https://www.teepublic.com/user/rebel-base-cardIf you have a question or comment, find me on the socials: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads, Bluesky Substack, Hive @rebelbasecard If you like the show please do us a favor and toss a review or comment wherever you get your podcasts as it helps spread the word about the show.