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Dark Deals, Smoked Mirrors, & Sunshine
Season 6 Episode 29
In this behind-the-scenes breakdown, we peel back the layers of the cosplay world that most people never talk about. From the quiet back-room deals and unspoken political games to the curated illusio…
Published on 3 weeks, 4 days ago
Lie, Cheat, Steal, Manipulate
Season 6 Episode 28
In this raw and uncompromising episode, Scotty B addresses the darker behaviors that sometimes lurk beneath the surface of cosplay and creative circles—lying, cheating, stealing, and manipulation. Fr…
Published on 2 months ago
Growth at a Cosplayer's Expense
Season 6 Episode 27
In this revealing episode, Scotty B examines the darker side of “growth” in the cosplay world—the kind that comes at the creator’s expense. From emotional burnout to exploitative collaborations, he e…
Published on 2 months ago
No One’s Actually Saying Anything...
Season 6 Episode 26
In this sharp and unfiltered episode, Scotty B calls out the noise. He explores how much of today’s cosplay and creative content is polished, predictable, and empty—people talking around ideas instea…
Published on 2 months ago
Is Burnout the Only Way?
Season 6 Episode 25
In this introspective and hard-hitting episode, Scotty B questions a toxic belief buried deep in creative culture—the idea that burnout is proof of commitment. He explores how exhaustion has become a…
Published on 2 months, 1 week ago
How Much Working with Brands Can Suck?
Season 6 Episode 24
In this brutally honest episode, Scotty B pulls back the curtain on the business side of cosplay—the brand deals, sponsorships, and “partnership opportunities” that aren’t always what they seem. He e…
Published on 2 months, 1 week ago
Attention Seekers
Season 6 Episode 23
In this candid and challenging episode, Scotty B tackles one of the most polarizing topics in cosplay and online culture—attention-seeking. He explores why so many creators crave visibility, how soci…
Published on 2 months, 1 week ago
Because You Like Cosplay – Not Because Everyone Approves
Season 6 Episode 22
In this empowering episode, Scotty B brings cosplay back to its roots—doing it because you love it, not because it earns applause. He breaks down how external approval, online metrics, and comparison…
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Cosplay Removes Self-Identity
Season 6 Episode 21
In this thought-provoking episode, Scotty B examines a side of cosplay few dare to talk about—the loss of self beneath the costume. When embodying characters becomes second nature, where does the rea…
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago
If I Had More Followers, You’d Listen and Why That’s Terrifying
Season 6 Episode 20
In this piercing and unfiltered episode, Scotty B confronts a harsh truth about the digital age: people don’t always value ideas—they value numbers. He explores how follower counts, algorithms, and p…
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago