Panels
Celebrity
Join us as the Distance Nerding Podcast and JR host celebrity panels at Gem State Comic Con, bringing fun conversations with your favorite stars.
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Celebrity panels are hosted by Distance Nerding Podcast and JR's GAM.
​​​​​​​​​​Celebrity panels are free with a valid GSCC admission (tickets or Forever Passes). All panels are first come first served - no additional registration required. Seating is subject to availability. No autographs and/or photo ops during the panels.
Saturday, May 17
Western Town Building
11:00 AM
"I'm Not Even Supposed to Be Here Today" [18+] with Brian O'Halloran and Marilyn Ghigliotti
Hosted by JR's GAM
Join Clerks stars Brian O’Halloran and Marilyn Ghigliotti for an uncensored, behind-the-counter look at the cult classic that defined a generation.
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This is an 18+ panel. A valid photo ID is required for age verification.
12:00 PM
Return to Hogwarts with Bonnie Wright
Hosted by Distance Nerding
Join Bonnie Wright, best known as Ginny Weasley from the Harry Potter films, for a magical journey back to Hogwarts! Hear behind-the-scenes stories and learn what it was like growing up in the Wizarding World.
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1:00 PM
Guardians of Stars Hollow with Scott Patterson and Sean Gunn
Hosted by Distance Nerding
Join Gilmore Girls stars Scott Patterson (Luke) and Sean Gunn (Kirk) take you around Stars Hollow. Plus, they’ll dive into their roles beyond the beloved fast-talking show, discussing Saw, Guardians of the Galaxy, Creature Commandos, and more!​​
2:00 PM
Dragon Ball Reunion with Elise Baughman, Rick Robertson, and Derek Stephen Prince
Hosted by Distance Nerding
Join Elise Baughman (Pan in Dragon Ball GT), Rick Robertson (Dabura in Dragon Ball Z), and Derek Stephen Prince (Frieza in Dragon Ball Super) as they talk all things Dragon Ball.​​
3:00 PM
Distance Nerding Trivia & Cosplay Contest Warm Up
Hosted by Distance Nerding
Test your geek knowledge, show off your cosplay creativity, and gear up for the main cosplay event of the weekend with exciting challenges and good vibes.​​
Sunday, May 18
Western Town Building
11:00 AM
The Cross Hairs of Dabura with Rick Robertson
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Hosted by JR's GAM
Join Rick Robertson, the voice of Dabura in Dragon Ball Z, as he takes you behind the mic and shares insights into his iconic role. Don’t miss the chance to hear fun anecdotes, voice acting secrets, and stories from his time in the Dragon Ball universe!​​
12:00 PM
Bleach Meets Naruto with Derek Stephen Prince
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Hosted by Distance Nerding
Join Derek Stephen Prince for an engaging Q&A session where he’ll share his experiences voicing beloved characters across anime and video games such as Uryu Ishida in Bleach, Shino Aburame in Naruto, Ken Ichijoji and Veemon from Digimon's second season,Vexen in the Kingdom Hearts video game series, Keitaro Urashima in Love Hina, and Guts in Kill la Kill.​​
1:00 PM
Pan's Adventures with Elise Baughman
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Hosted by JR's GAM
Join Elise Baughman as she shares what it was like to voice Pan on Dragon Ball GT, Momiji’s Mother and Rika in Fruits Basket, Ayame in Yu Yu Hakusho, Yoko Okino in Case Closed, Ricky in Kiddy Grade, Sayoko in Spiral, Angelique in Burst Angel, Yukina in Girls Bravo, and many other roles.​​
2:00 PM
Duke Nukem vs Sonic with Jon St. John
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Hosted by Distance Nerding
Join Jon St. John, the legendary voice behind Duke Nukem, to hear about his journey, his craft, and what it’s like voicing some of the most iconic characters in gaming history.​​
​All schedule is subject to change.