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A professional cosplayer shares what it really takes to make a living dressing as superheroes.
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In this episode
- How pro cosplayers actually earn a living through Instagram and Patreon
- The real downsides of traveling the world in costume
- Why cosplay is just a more committed version of what everyone already does
- What it takes to transform into characters like Aquaman and Captain America
About this episode
Even though you might not be a cosplayer yourself, we all dress up and play make-believe, whether it’s doing drag or just dressing up for a party or even pretending you’re going to yoga on your Instagram story when really you’re going to Denny’s for Moons Over My-Hammy. Speaking of Hammy … My guest today designs, creates and dresses up in costumes professionally. In the past, he’s transformed into Robin, Aquaman, Gambit from the X-Men, the Green Lantern, and Captain America. The list goes on and on.But even though it sounds like all fun and games, traveling the world dressing up as your favorite superheroes isn’t always a dream. I mean, don’t get me wrong, it’s usually a dream. Stick around, and we’ll hear all about the ups and downs of being a pro cosplayer in the age of Instagram and Patreon.
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On Pride, host Caitlynn McDaniel deep dives into the LGBTQ+ stories lighting up our screens — and the people who bring them to life. Each week, she sits down with the stars we love, the creators behind the scenes, and the voices changing the way stories are told.
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