Episode Details

Bob Johnson of Bay Area Film Events joins Toys on Tap to talk about the wild evolution of Godzilla Fest, from a seven-day movie marathon to a full-blown convention.

Bob has spent decades turning the movies he loves into experiences people remember.

We talk about:

• Discovering Godzilla and Ultraman as a kid

• The first Godzilla Fest in 2004

• Hosting legendary actors, directors, and suit performers

• Turning a film festival into a convention

• Growing from one hotel floor to two

• Vendors, Artist Alley, cosplay, card tournaments, and retro games

• Working with Toho, Tsuburaya, and Toei

• Why the goal is a “Godzilla Wonderland”

• What’s new for SF Godzilla Fest

• Bob’s dream of taking over even more of San Francisco

This episode is equal parts fandom, event-building, and proof that sometimes the thing you loved as a kid can become the thing you build for everyone else.

On Instagram: @sfgodzillafest

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