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Thursday, July 4
 

2:00pm

Watching Cable Without Cable
With Netflix, Hulu and Amazon Instant, the way in which we watch TV has drastically changed. Join us for a discussion of how the culture of television has drastically changed in the digital streaming age. Panelists: Jen Manna, Mark McPherson, Monica Valentinelli (mod), Devin Harnois, Allyson Cygan
Thursday July 4, 2013 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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3:30pm

Downton Abbey
The panel for the BBC show Downton Abbey, discussing the twists and turns of one of Britain's most popular television shows. Panelists: Sharon Stiteler, Tony Artym, Mara Kapp, Elise Matthesen, Liz Reynolds
Thursday July 4, 2013 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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5:00pm

Plot and Structure: Why They're Important
Flashy effects and good quips may get you into a book or movie, but plot and structure is what will satisfy you for the long run. Panelists: Melinda Snodgrass, Dana Baird, Lou Anders, Catherine Schaff-Stump
Thursday July 4, 2013 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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10:00pm

Skepticism 101
The Skepchicks demonstrate the basic tools of skepticism by applying them to the latest scams, fads, and pseudoscience Panelists: Bug Girl, Heina Dadabhoy, Amy Davis Roth, Rebecca Watson (mod)
Thursday July 4, 2013 10:00pm - 11:00pm
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11:30pm

Comedy Writing: Scripts
How do you create scripts that are funny? Learn from the pros. Scripts for radio, theater and "other." Panelists: Phillip Andrew Bennett Low, Brian Price, Gordon Smuder, Eli Effinger-Weintraub, Molly Glover
Thursday July 4, 2013 11:30pm - 12:30am
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Friday, July 5
 

9:30am

Once Upon A Time Fan Panel
Season 2 is here. How has the story developed? Panelists: Alice Leber-Cook, Olivia James, Allyson Cygan, Katie Serrano, Gail Celio
Friday July 5, 2013 9:30am - 10:30am
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11:00am

Young Adult Books That Are Too Good To Miss
It is time once again to explore the world of Young Adult Fiction. Look beyond Harry Potter and The Hunger Games to discover great new books for your kids (and you) to read! Panelists: Kathy Sullivan, Lou Anders, Caitlin Blackwood, Jody Wurl, Mariah Fryer
Friday July 5, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm
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12:30pm

Marvel Universe Phase 2
We know they're coming. And Joss Whedon is in charge. What can we expect from the next phase of marvel films and what have we seen so far? Panelists: Daniel Wallace, Christopher Jones, Matt Gamble (mod), Michael Lee, Matt Gamble, Charlie Jane Anders
Friday July 5, 2013 12:30pm - 1:30pm
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2:00pm

The 'Camp' Factor in British TV & Movies
Some British sci-fi is popular specifically for it's camp factor. Later Blake's 7, The Star People and The Tomorrow People are great examples. What is it about campy British shows that appeals to us? Panelists: Paul Cornell
Friday July 5, 2013 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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3:30pm

An Unexpected Panel: The Obligatory Hobbit Panel
That's right! Peter Jackson finally made one third of the movie we all knew he was destined to make. Now that he's gone there, are you will to go back again? Panelists: Michael Scott Shappe, Andy Newman, Elizabeth Erickson, Rae Lundquist, Scott Pearson
Friday July 5, 2013 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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5:00pm

Geek's Guide to Visiting London
Screw Toussauds, how about a 10 minute walk that'll take you past the entrance to Diagon Alley, a shooting location from Sherlock, and possibly the Best Chocolatier in the world? Tips and Tricks for the Geek Angelophile. Panelists: Ryan Alexander, Cassandra Lidgerding, Hilary Moon Murphy (mod), Allyson Cygan, James Moran
Friday July 5, 2013 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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11:30pm

Minnesota Drinking Game
We take local actors and do a stage read of a cult classic movie. As a trigger word is read, the actors and audience all take a drink! (Drinks will not be provided by the convention). Panelists: Matthew Kelly
Friday July 5, 2013 11:30pm - 12:30am
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Saturday, July 6
 

9:30am

Raising a Geeky Kid
How do you pass on your legacy to the next generation? What is good to introduce or them to or can you do together to teach them how to channel their inner geek and bring it out. Panelists: Jonathan Palmer, Sarah Morningstar, Angie Anderson, Amada Marquez, Joan Sullivan
Saturday July 6, 2013 9:30am - 10:30am
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11:00am

Science Resources for Children
What books and activities can you do to promote science understanding in kids? From the best on the bookshelves to how to extract DNA in your kitchen, we talk about great ways to learn about science in the home. Panelists: Matt Lowry, Brandy Snyder, Nicole Gugliucci, Virginia Corbett
Saturday July 6, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm
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12:30pm

Fight the Trolls
Last year we said don't feed the trolls; this year we tell you how to fight the trolls. "Don't feed the trolls" isn't always an effective strategy, particularly with sexism and online harassment. Learn when, why, and how to fight the trolls instead. Panelists: Nora Last, Stephanie Zvan (mod), Amanda Marcotte, Rebecca Watson, Amy Davis Roth
Saturday July 6, 2013 12:30pm - 1:30pm
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2:00pm

One on One with Caitlin Blackwood
A moderated interview with guest of honor Caitlin Blackwood that will be videotaped for our Video yearbook. There will be time for audience questions. Panelists: Jody Wurl (mod), Caitlin Blackwood
Saturday July 6, 2013 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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3:30pm

Into Darkness: the Obligatory Star Trek Panel
J.J. Abrams second trip into the Star Trek universe was a box office success but was it an artistic one? Was it good Star Trek or just a good movie? Discuss your reaction the latest installment in the Trek Franchise. Panelists: Joan Marie Verba, Tony Artym, Michael Zecca, Sarah Morningstar, Michael Lee
Saturday July 6, 2013 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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5:00pm

British Jokes & Stereotypes
For all that the rest of the world loves the people of the U.K., we sure make fun of them a lot. What's accurate and what's exaggerated - or completely false? Panelists: Paul Cornell, Emma Newman, Caitlin Blackwood, James Moran, Cassandra Lidgerding
Saturday July 6, 2013 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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11:30pm

Walking Dead Fan Panel
Discuss the past season and speculate on what's to come. Panelists: Melissa McConnell, Neil Anderson, Stephan Stomberg, Dave Margosian, Mark Goldberg
Saturday July 6, 2013 11:30pm - 12:30am
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Sunday, July 7
 

9:30am

Fine Art in Genre
There's lots of new-media art depicting science fiction and fantasy subjects. What about oil paints, sculpture, and other classic art techniques? Panelists: Laramie Sasseville, Rhea Ewing, Christine Mitzuk
Sunday July 7, 2013 9:30am - 10:30am
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11:00am

One on One with Kevin Murphy
Kevin will be interviewed live for inclusion on our 2013 DVD set. Bring a question you can't wait to hear him answer! Panelists: Tim Wick (mod), Kevin Murphy
Sunday July 7, 2013 11:00am - 12:00pm
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12:30pm

Atheist Authors
How do authors' personal views influence their works? How does the atheist author approach writing the fantastic? Panelists: Melinda Snodgrass, Rob Callahan, Kelly McCullough, Aimee Kuzenski, Peter Hautman
Sunday July 7, 2013 12:30pm - 1:30pm
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2:00pm

Ask a Scientist
A general Q & A with expert scientists from a variety of fields. Panelists: Laura Okagaki, Lori Fischer, Matt Lowry, Tom Mahle, Siouxsie Wiles, PZ Myers, Indre Viskontas, Nicole Gugliucci, Bridget Landry, Bug Girl
Sunday July 7, 2013 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Edina
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3:30pm

Disney Princesses
Now that Disney is adding princesses to the ones found in the classic fairy tales, how has the appeal changed? Panelists: Kristin Codling, Amada Marquez, Katie Serrano, Madeline Rowe, Joan Sullivan
Sunday July 7, 2013 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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