About this episode

The episode explores the concept of community gatherings centered around niche interests and what happens when those events fail to meet expectations.

We all need escapes from this crazy world, and one way to do that is to meet up with like-minded folks and enjoy your shared, niche interests. Whether it's a magical world of candy, the finery of the Gilded Age, or the fantasy realm of dragons and otherkin, getting together and reveling in a breakaway from dismal reality is pretty satisfying. But what happens when the ones who are meant to facilitate flights of fancy drop the ball? Listen and find out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Topics covered

• festival failures
• niche interests
• escapism
• community events
• disappointment

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