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The Infamous Tumblr Convention
03:15 - 11:20 (08:04)
The origins of Dashcon, the inaugural Tumblr convention which quickly became infamous for allegations of mismanagement, corruption, and financial demands from the venue, forcing them to ask attendees for more money and leaving many unsatisfied.
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Two friends jokingly argue over the titles of their stories before ultimately listening to each other's tales about con jobs and body parts.
03:15 - 04:34 (01:18)
Summary
Two friends jokingly argue over the titles of their stories before ultimately listening to each other's tales about con jobs and body parts.
ChapterThe Infamous Tumblr Convention
EpisodeConventions
PodcastDistractible
The first Tumblr fan convention, DashCon, in 2014 became infamous for allegations of corruption and mismanagement by organizers, including a demand for upfront payment of cash from the hotel and running around with a plastic bag asking people for money.
04:34 - 11:20 (06:46)
Summary
The first Tumblr fan convention, DashCon, in 2014 became infamous for allegations of corruption and mismanagement by organizers, including a demand for upfront payment of cash from the hotel and running around with a plastic bag asking people for money. Celebrity guests were also forced to drop out after they were told they would be responsible for paying their own hotel rooms.