Join Elle and special guest Makerfishmeal as we discuss their book "The Ultimate Glue Guide". Find out about the epic chart and all the secrets of adhesives. Buy the book: https://makerfishmeal.com/store/https://www.instagram.com/makerfishmeal/Produced by LVC Productions. You can find us on facebook, instagram, twitter, tiktok, twitch, and youtube at La Vie Cosplay. Our podcast instagram is podcastscs. Our website is laviecosplay.com. Have a fun, crazy con or cosplay related story? Absurd cosplay question? Or just something in general to share with us? Email us at podcastscs@gmail.com or DM us at podcastscs or laviecosplay on instagram. If you like what you heard please rate, review, and subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for listening and remember; just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.https://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platforms

Join us for a little update and then the audio from the episode Ash and Elle were on for CosTalk Live! AMKE episode will air in April. We apologize for the delay. Life Stuff. Costalk Live:https://www.youtube.com/@CosTalkLivehttps://www.twitch.tv/costalklivehttps://www.instagram.com/costalklive/Produced by LVC Productions. You can find us on facebook, instagram, twitter, tiktok, twitch, and youtube at La Vie Cosplay. Our podcast instagram is podcastscs. Our website is laviecosplay.com. Have a fun, crazy con or cosplay related story? Absurd cosplay question? Or just something in general to share with us? Email us at podcastscs@gmail.com or DM us at podcastscs or laviecosplay on instagram. If you like what you heard please rate, review, and subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for listening and remember; just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.https://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platforms

Join us for the audio from our halftime show from Anime Milwaukee 2024. We'll cover cat guests, a very special AMKE guest, and how to remove hot glue from your "skin".To see the video version please find us on YT https://youtu.be/ZEKn5Yfgzco?si=iRzATzG5wWYvc2n4 special thanks to Fox Den Media for the video. Want to see us return to AMKE? No gig is ever guaranteed. Request us on the feedback form if you want us back in 2025. https://bit.ly/AMKE2024FeedbackProduced by LVC Productions. You can find us on facebook, instagram, twitter, tiktok, twitch, and youtube at La Vie Cosplay. Our podcast instagram is podcastscs. Our website is laviecosplay.com. Have a fun, crazy con or cosplay related story? Absurd cosplay question? Or just something in general to share with us? Email us at podcastscs@gmail.com or DM us at podcastscs or laviecosplay on instagram. If you like what you heard please rate, review, and subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for listening and remember; just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.https://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platforms

Join us for the recording of the live panel "Wearing Your Fandom" at Planet Funkcon 2023 with Dr. Eric Wesselmann of Illinois State University.  We'll success self expression, societal expectations, and the power of play.To see more of Dr. Wesselmann's fandom interviews and work with fandom and psychology please visit his channel Digital Golgotha Productions. This includes the video version of this episode.  https://www.youtube.com/@digitalgolgotha/videos Produced by LVC Productions. You can find us on facebook, instagram, twitter, tiktok, twitch, and youtube at La Vie Cosplay. Our podcast instagram is podcastscs. Our website is laviecosplay.com. Have a fun, crazy con or cosplay related story? Absurd cosplay question? Or just something in general to share with us? Email us at podcastscs@gmail.com or DM us at podcastscs or laviecosplay on instagram. If you like what you heard please rate, review, and subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for listening and remember; just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.https://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platforms

Join us at Quad Con Cedar Rapids in Cedar Rapids IA Saturday February 10th from 10am-5pm. Over $1000 in cash prizes at the cosplay contests (craftsmanship and performance)! We will be 1 of your judges. Elle will also be performing LIVE!  event page: https://fb.me/e/9HJZlyOcdProduced by LVC Productions. You can find us on facebook, instagram, twitter, tiktok, twitch, and youtube at La Vie Cosplay. Our podcast instagram is podcastscs. Our website is laviecosplay.com. Have a fun, crazy con or cosplay related story? Absurd cosplay question? Or just something in general to share with us? Email us at podcastscs@gmail.com or DM us at podcastscs or laviecosplay on instagram. If you like what you heard please rate, review, and subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for listening and remember; just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.https://www.instagram.chttps://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platforms

Due to topics and content, this episode may not be suitable for all listeners. Listener discretion is advised.  Join us for a glimpse into our stand up comedy live show. We're sharing clips with you from C2E2 2022 Live Show. There's toxic fumes, a silicone butt, women crying at Elle's feet, and overall a general level of chaos.Want us to perform at a convention near you? Let them know! We are currently booking for 2024.Produced by LVC Productions. You can find us on facebook, instagram, twitter, tiktok, twitch, and youtube at La Vie Cosplay. Our podcast instagram is podcastscs. Our website is laviecosplay.com. Have a fun, crazy con or cosplay related story? Absurd cosplay question? Or just something in general to share with us? Email us at podcastscs@gmail.com or DM us at podcastscs or laviecosplay on instagram. If you like what you heard please rate, review, and subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for listening and remember; just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.https://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platforms

Join LVC as we discuss what we learned actually trying to apply to convention gigs this year. We'll talk about what we ask for and the results of applying to 40+ conventions. We'll also discuss why, with our small social media following, we get booked as guests and things for you to consider if you want to become a convention guest.Comments or questions? Feel free to use this form we'd love to do a follow-up: submission formGeeks a Go Go Micro-Influencer video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3m1Y8E17POA&t=19sAnime Milwaukee March 8-10 2024 your emcees for the event: https://animemilwaukee.org/The Multiverse Fundraiser: https://themultiversefunraiser.com/Produced by LVC Productions. You can find us on facebook, instagram, twitter, tiktok, twitch, and youtube at La Vie Cosplay. Our podcast instagram is podcastscs. Our website is laviecosplay.com. Have a fun, crazy con or cosplay related story? Absurd cosplay question? Or just something in general to share with us? Email us at podcastscs@gmail.com or DM us at podcastscs or laviecosplay on instagram. If you like what you heard please rate, review, and subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for listening and remember; just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.https://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platforms

Let's revisit a classic. Join LVC for our holiday 2023 bonus episode. T'was the night before con......Produced by La Vie Cosplay. You can find us on facebook, instragram, twitter, and vero at La Vie Cosplay. Our podcast instagram is podcastscs. Our website is laviecosplay.com. Have a fun, crazy con or cosplay related story? Absurd cosplay question? Or just something in general to share with us? Email us at podcastscs@gmail.com or DM us at podcastscs. If you like what you heard please rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for listening and remember; just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.https://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platforms

Join LVC on an episode discussing original designs. We'll give a background on the process of design, suggestions for building WIP books for original designs, and ponder the question; should original designs be allowed in cosplay contests.Produced by LVC Productions. You can find us on facebook, instagram, twitter, tiktok, twitch, and youtube at La Vie Cosplay. Our podcast instagram is podcastscs. Our website is laviecosplay.com. Have a fun, crazy con or cosplay related story? Absurd cosplay question? Or just something in general to share with us? Email us at podcastscs@gmail.com or DM us at podcastscs or laviecosplay on instagram. If you like what you heard please rate, review, and subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for listening and remember; just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.https://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platforms

Join LVC for their adventure at Colossalcon North. We'll discuss our 10 hours of programming, a Beyblade tournament, gay whales, mushrooms, and a karaoke dance party. We will also discuss a situation which occurred that will include crisis intervention and management. The feedback form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHP2wnGOAnC4ufSSPVkTuAn82keCUM7JJDzL7tU6PR7-nR0A/viewformRESPECT Episode: https://podcastscs.buzzsprout.com/862060/10407671-ep57-r-e-s-p-e-c-tArt 2 Play Before Christmas Cosplay3rd - UK - Captain Amelia Cosplay as Sylvia (Loki)2nd - France - Kiilys Cosplay as Princess Aurora (Child of Light)1st - Italy - Like Linda as Selene Vassos (Returnal)Colossalcon NorthCraftsmanship Judge’s Choice - Colorful Crow as Alula (One Shot)Craftsmanship Judge’s Choice - Underl4nd Live Cosplay as Yohane, Mari & Chika (Love live)Craftsmanship Judge’s Choice - Dramatic Ducky as Fairy Godmother (Shrek 2)3rd Place Novice - Waodanohara as Finana Ryugu (Ninisanji En)(Vtuber)2nd Place Novice - Ariyumi as Cotton Cookie (Cookie Run: Kingdom)1st Place Novice - Nick Brost as The Huntsman (Monster Hunter Worlds)3rd Place Journeyman - Hidden Gems Cosplay as Geminitay (Hermitcraft Season 9)(Vtuber)2nd Place Journeyman - SecritSquirrel & Nekosayami as Goblin Slayer & Priestess (Goblin Slayer)1st Place Journeyman - The SunSlayyyerrss as Tanjiro Kamado & Yoriichi Tsugikini (Demon Slayer)1st Place Masters - Craft Kristy Costumes as Aerith (Final Fantasy VII Remake)3rd Place Performance - The Waifu Harem as Kana Arima, Ruby Hoshino, & Mem-cho (Oshi no Ko)2nd Place Performance - Dramatic Ducky as The Fairy Godmother (Shrek 2)1st Place Performance - Lucky the Creation as Gawr Gura (Vtuber)Best in Show - Nnex’s Nightmare & Kratal of Arms Cosplay as Malenia, Blade of Miquella & Cleanrot Knight Finlay (Elden Ring)Produced by LVC Productions. You can find us on facebook, instagram, twitter, tiktok, twitch, and youtube at La Vie Cosplay. Our podcast instagram is podcastscs. Our website is laviecosplay.com. Have a fun, crazy con or cosplay related story? Absurd cosplay question? Or just something in general to share with us? Email us at podcastscs@gmail.com or DM us at podcastscs or laviecosplay on instagram. If you like what you heard please rate, review, and subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for listening and remember; just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.https://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platforms

Due to circumstances beyond our control, Ep 90, which would have been our Colossalcon North episode, is delayed. We need more time to assemble and produce this episode. We hope you enjoyed all our programming at CCN and we will be back soon with hopefully an episode next weekend. https://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platforms

A follow up to the responses on our quiz for the “fact vs opinion episode including discussing some of the questions on the quiz. We’ll talk further about facts and opinions, as well as answer some questions spawned by this episode. ICL Solo: JediManda (Rhaenyra Targaryen - GOT: House of the Dragon)ICL duo: JZ_Cosplay and Sew Excited Cosplay (Vax’ildan & Vex’ahlia - Critical Role / Vox Machina)CWM: The Mystic Artisan (Colette Brunel Halloween Companion skin - Tales of Link)BIS: Sumikins and Redleaf Cosplay (Eriol Hiriagizawa & Sakura Kinomoto) Card Captors SakuraDittoform Award – Lavendercemetery – East Witch (Sakizo – Fantasy of the Dream)Bernina Award - Cherry Pie - Columbina (Genshin Impact)BlizzconBest Mastercrafter Cosplay Oshley as Denathrius – World of WarCraftBest Colossal Creation Tiffany Gordon Cosplay as Lilith – Diablo IV Best Epic FX – Anna Haugen as Jaina Proudmoore – World of WarcraftBest Dynamic Duo – Lauren & Neil Brasfield as Kor’kron Dark Shaman – World of WarcraftBest in Show: Tiffany Gordon Cosplay as Lilith – Diablo IVProduced by LVC Productions. You can find us on facebook, instagram, twitter, tiktok, twitch, and youtube at La Vie Cosplay. Our podcast instagram is podcastscs. Our website is laviecosplay.com. Have a fun, crazy con or cosplay related story? Absurd cosplay question? Or just something in general to share with us? Email us at podcastscs@gmail.com or DM us at podcastscs or laviecosplay on instagram. If you like what you heard please rate, review, and subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for listening and remember; just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.https://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platforms

Friday1pm: Express Yourself: Cosplay Self Expression and belonging Kilamanjaro 5/Events 44pm: The Con-Goers Survival Guide Kalahari H/Events 33-8pm - Cosplay Meet and Greet. See Phil, buy merch.10pm: Sh*t Cosplayers Say 18+ Kalahari H/ Events 3Saturday3pm: Bardnanigans Kalahari H/Events 38pm: Neuro-Spicy Kalahari H/Events 3Sunday1pm: Cosnanigans Variety Hour African West / Events 1https://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platforms

We all talk about what it’s like to win a contest...let’s discuss what it is like to lose, how to cope, how to behave, and what to do next.Post mentioned in episode: https://www.instagram.com/p/CyhLoqIr3Im/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==The Value of Completing: https://podcastscs.buzzsprout.com/862060/13269285-ep83-the-value-of-competingTo get perspective from some top competitors on competing, loss, and etiquette please visit The Cosplay Contest Support Group for their discussion on Healthy Competing   https://www.facebook.com/1047944812/videos/830464128547379/Produced by LVC Productions. You can find us on facebook, instagram, twitter, tiktok, twitch, and youtube at La Vie Cosplay. Our podcast instagram is podcastscs. Our website is laviecosplay.com. Have a fun, crazy con or cosplay related story? Absurd cosplay question? Or just something in general to share with us? Email us at podcastscs@gmail.com or DM us at podcastscs or laviecosplay on instagram. If you like what you heard please rate, review, and subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for listening and remember; just because you can, doesn’t mean you should. https://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platforms

Join LVC for a discussion about the green room. We'll talk about why we call it the "green room", what it is, why it's important, and the experiences you can have with fellow contestants. We'll also do an international cosplay contest follow up.Produced by LVC Productions. You can find us on facebook, instagram, twitter, tiktok, twitch, and youtube at La Vie Cosplay. Our podcast instagram is podcastscs. Our website is laviecosplay.com. Have a fun, crazy con or cosplay related story? Absurd cosplay question? Or just something in general to share with us? Email us at podcastscs@gmail.com or DM us at podcastscs or laviecosplay on instagram. If you like what you heard please rate, review, and subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for listening and remember; just because you can, doesn’t mean you should. https://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platforms

A continuation of the sandbagging episode, we are going to discuss the difference between facts and opinions. Find out why "you cannot compete with a costume that has already won an award" is NOT a fact, how to tell the difference, the impact of justice sensitivity, confirmation bias, cognitive dissonance, and conflict resolution. We will also talk about what to do with contestants who become belligerent due to their opinions being challenged. Only 26% of Americans can correctly identify fact vs opinion as per Pew Research poll in 2018. Take the quiz and find out how well you can discern fact from opinion. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdONx-HekK9tQe63B9RD9vQFUCaqRIMgLmNdO0QvmrljAY5fg/viewform?usp=sharingThe sandbagging episode: https://podcastscs.buzzsprout.com/862060/10585078-ep59-sandbaggingProduced by LVC Productions. You can find us on facebook, instagram, twitter, tiktok, twitch, and youtube at La Vie Cosplay. Our podcast instagram is podcastscs. Our website is laviecosplay.com. Have a fun, crazy con or cosplay related story? Absurd cosplay question? Or just something in general to share with us? Email us at podcastscs@gmail.com or DM us at podcastscs or laviecosplay on instagram. If you like what you heard please rate, review, and subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for listening and remember; just because you can, doesn’t mean you should. https://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platforms

Join us for our adventures at Planet Funkcon 2023. We'll talk about why we hate boothing, the cosplay contest, odd interactions with attendees, and our comedy show.Hi Barbie.Special mentions of:Ginoza CostumingMogchelleCeltic HoneyKnightmageBetsy Bo PeepIzzy a MessJason MarsdenProduced by LVC Productions. You can find us on facebook, instagram, twitter, tiktok, twitch, and youtube at La Vie Cosplay. Our podcast instagram is podcastscs. Our website is laviecosplay.com. Have a fun, crazy con or cosplay related story? Absurd cosplay question? Or just something in general to share with us? Email us at podcastscs@gmail.com or DM us at podcastscs or laviecosplay on instagram. If you like what you heard please rate, review, and subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for listening and remember; just because you can, doesn’t mean you should. https://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platforms

Due to illness and scheduling conflicts, we do not have an updated episode for you today.Elle continues to be struggling with a chronic illness on top of an acute illness first sore throat then terrible cough making it near impossible to record an entire episode at this time. Combined with scheduling conflicts for when the cough is less terrible, we were unable to produce an episode for this week. We are hoping to put one out next Sunday or the Sunday after, health and scheduling permitting.Thank you for hanging in there with us. 2023 has resulted in a lot of unexpected situations that have prevented us from giving you the quality you deserve from our show. We hope that once this passes we can get back on track.And no, it's not covid. https://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platforms

Join us for a recap bonus episode of all the big cosplay contests from this summer 2023. We'll discuss ECG, WCS, NCC, and Fan Expo Masters of Cosplay Grand Prix. We will also give you some updates on the show and the rest of this season.Planet Funk Con is August 25-27 2023 in Davenport IAThe list of winners is just too long. You'll have to listen to the episode to find out.Produced by LVC Productions. You can find us on facebook, instagram, twitter, tiktok, twitch, and youtube at La Vie Cosplay. Our podcast instagram is podcastscs. Our website is laviecosplay.com. Have a fun, crazy con or cosplay related story? Absurd cosplay question? Or just something in general to share with us? Email us at podcastscs@gmail.com or DM us at podcastscs or laviecosplay on instagram. If you like what you heard please rate, review, and subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for listening and remember; just because you can, doesn’t mean you should. https://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platforms

this episode may include topics and discussions of a sexual nature that may not be suitable for listeners under the age of 18. Listener discretion is advised.Let's talk about the sexy side of cosplay.  Special guest The Cosplay Bunny will dive into the innerworkings of adult entertainment and 18+ cosplay content. We'll cover OF vs personal sites, self photography, making choices about boudoir, and how to manage relationships with others. Blue will also tell us about her journey, the ins and outs of the business, and what you can do if you're ready to take the plunge.The Cosplay Bunny instagramThe Cosplay bunny TiktokNeon Cowgirl Media Azure Studio \Produced by LVC Productions. You can find us on facebook, instagram, twitter, tiktok, twitch, and youtube at La Vie Cosplay. Our podcast instagram is podcastscs. Our website is laviecosplay.com. Have a fun, crazy con or cosplay related story? Absurd cosplay question? Or just something in general to share with us? Email us at podcastscs@gmail.com or DM us at podcastscs or laviecosplay on instagram. If you like what you heard please rate, review, and subscribe on Youtube, Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for listening and remember; just because you can, doesn’t mean you should. https://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platformshttps://www.instagram.com/podcastscs/https://www.instagram.com/laviecosplay/https://www.tiktok.com/@laviecosplayhttps://linktr.ee/podcastscs for additional listening platforms