[00:00 - 00:12] Animal on set for Trash Taste Podcast

[00:13 - 00:18]Introductions: Joey, Gone Corner, Jessica

[01:23 - 01:31]Jessica's background and work: cosplaying, voice acting, other undisclosed projects

[02:20 - 02:27]Getting into cosplay and Pokemon

[03:03 - 03:08]Jessica's age (32) and age of others on set (25, 27)

[05:18 - 05:24]Discussion of alcohol and drinking preferences

[06:30 - 06:39]Jessica's experience working on a vineyard in New Zealand

[06:58 - 07:05]Jessica's background of being born in New Zealand and moving to the US at a young age

[06:58 - 07:05]Jessica's family background and moving between New Zealand and the US

[00:00 - 08:00]Jessica is a cosplayer and voice actor who was born in New Zealand and moved to the US at a young age. She has experience working on a vineyard and enjoys sweet alcoholic drinks.

[08:34 - 08:40] The speaker talks about their experiences at Comic Con, including dressing up as a character and getting attention from photographers.

[10:16 - 10:26]They mention their interviews with Cass and G, which helped boost their popularity.

[10:26 - 10:35]The speaker talks about their job at Trader Joe's and the Dollar Store while pursuing cosplay as a hobby.

[11:29 - 11:36]They mention auditioning for the role of Juliet Starling in Lollipop Chainsaw and winning the competition.

[14:37 - 14:45]The speaker acknowledges the longstanding presence and talent within the cosplay community, humbly stating that their success is not solely due to their own efforts.

[14:46 - 14:53]They discuss the extensive process of the competition and the changing landscape of cosplay in recent years.

[08:00 - 15:05]Despite not being the sole reason for the popularity of cosplay, the speaker recognizes that their involvement and success is a testament to the impact and significance of the cosplay community as a whole.

[15:05 - 15:13]Back then, the cosplay scene was smaller.

[15:20 - 15:26]Nerd culture and anime were not as popular back then.

[15:26 - 15:32]Due to the pandemic and increased accessibility to costumes, the cosplay scene has grown.

[15:26 - 15:32]Cosplay has grown with the mainstream's view of this culture.

[15:40 - 15:51]There are two types of cosplayers: hardcore crafters and those who buy costumes.

[16:00 - 16:06]The accessibility to costumes has improved greatly.

[16:12 - 16:19]The barrier of entry to cosplay may be easier now.

[16:12 - 16:19]Cosplay has become more inclusive and accessible.

[17:26 - 17:34]3D printing has become a game changer in the cosplay world.

[18:18 - 18:27]The speaker's mom taught them how to sew and was creative herself.

[18:45 - 18:53]The most challenging early cosplays for the speaker were Pikachu and Syndrogosa.

[19:36 - 19:42]The speaker chooses to cosplay characters they love.

[20:04 - 20:11]The speaker's brother does music and helped with the Chainsaw Man cosplay.

[21:07 - 21:12]The speaker also did the voice for Supersonica.

[21:48 - 21:55]Monty Oum had faith in the speaker's voice acting abilities.

[15:05 - 21:55]The cosplay scene has grown with increased accessibility and mainstream acceptance. The speaker's mom taught them how to sew and they choose to cosplay characters they love. 3D printing has been a game changer in the cosplay world. The speaker also did the voice for Supersonica and their brother helped with the Chainsaw Man cosplay. Monty Oum had faith in their voice acting abilities.

[21:55 - 22:01]Actor discusses their role in Supersonica and how they feel about their performance

[22:32 - 22:43]Actor talks about the growth and changes in their voice over the years

[22:43 - 22:50]They mention another role in Cinderfall and how their performance has improved

[22:50 - 22:55]They mention how they would have improved their performance if given the chance

[23:08 - 23:16]Actor expresses gratitude for the role in Supersonica and being able to reprise it in a video game

[24:14 - 24:25]They mention dealing with criticism and avoiding it by not focusing on numbers

[25:42 - 25:48]Actor shares their experience with therapy and mental exercise

[26:03 - 26:11]They discuss the difficulty of finding a therapist in Japan

[27:10 - 27:17]Actor talks about the process of making a cosplay and the importance of having a love for the character

[27:10 - 27:17]They mention a specific cosplay they made and how it disappeared because it took longer than their mental timer

[28:49 - 28:56]Actor shares their love for League of Legends and their recent return to playing

[21:55 - 29:24]Actor discusses their role in Supersonica and their growth as a voice actor, shares their experience with criticism and therapy, talks about their process of making a cosplay and their love for League of Legends, and mentions their sponsorship with a clothing brand.

[29:25 - 29:32]Jess talks about the high quality of the material used for their partnered merchandise.

[29:37 - 29:44]A new drop of brand new pieces will be available for pre-order along with button downs and t-shirts.

[29:44 - 29:50]The t-shirts and button downs are comfortable and durable.

[30:40 - 30:46]Jess limits her cosplay creation process to one to two weeks.

[31:49 - 31:55]Cosplay creation is compared to giving birth.

[32:14 - 32:20]Photoshoot process is discussed, with Ryan taking the photos and someone else editing them.

[32:20 - 32:26]Jess expresses her gratitude for Ryan being able to take her photos.

[32:52 - 32:59]The Vol'jin cosplay photoshoot in Hawaii is mentioned.

[33:06 - 33:18]She explains the need to avoid becoming hyper-focused on a cosplay.

[33:32 - 33:38]Jess talks about the convention experience and the rough schedule they had.

[33:45 - 33:52]Jess and Ryan went hiking before a panel at the convention.

[34:20 - 34:37]The difficult hike up Coco Head mountain is described.

[34:59 - 35:05]Jess's ability to easily climb the mountain is acknowledged.

[35:05 - 35:11]Aki's struggle with the hike is mentioned.

[35:21 - 35:27]A photo of the group at the top of the mountain is mentioned, with Aki lying down from exhaustion.

[35:21 - 35:27]Aki's exhaustion at the top of the mountain is described.

[35:27 - 35:32]Jess's energy and readiness after the hike is mentioned.

[29:25 - 35:32]Jess and Ryan discuss the high quality of their partnered merchandise, the upcoming new drop of items, and the comfortable and durable t-shirts and button downs. Jess limits her cosplay creation process to one to two weeks to avoid becoming too hyper-focused. She compares the cosplay process to giving birth and mentions the photoshoot process. The difficult hike up Coco Head mountain in Hawaii is mentioned, with a photo of the group at the top and Aki's exhaustion.

[36:44 - 36:54] A group of friends is in Hawaii and decides to go to the beach.

[38:00 - 38:07]One friend, Aki, is determined to go swimming despite the dangerous conditions.

[38:00 - 38:07]Aki and another friend, Ryan, get swept out by a strong current.

[38:00 - 38:07]The rest of the group, including the speaker, watches helplessly from the shore.

[38:26 - 38:35]Lifeguards come to rescue Aki and Ryan.

[39:19 - 39:25]The group also attends a convention in Hawaii, but spends most of their time exploring the island.

[40:10 - 40:21]The speaker recalls a difficult experience with getting a cosplay costume made in Japan.

[41:35 - 41:47]The group has fun and enjoys the convention and their time in Hawaii.

[42:15 - 42:24]They have respect for cosplayers who endure wearing heavy costumes in hot weather.

[43:01 - 43:14]There are books available in Japan about posing for cosplay.

[35:33 - 43:14]A group of friends goes to Hawaii, where they have a scary experience at the beach and attend a convention while also exploring the island and reflecting on cosplay.

[43:14 - 43:22]Person talking about finding a good pose and using it in photoshoots

[43:42 - 44:00]Discussing taking inspiration from friends, Instagram, and social media for posing

[44:01 - 44:09]Mentioning how posing is important in industries where your body is your product

[44:10 - 44:15]Talking about having to buy modeling books to learn how to pose

[44:59 - 45:09]Reflecting on a shoot where they felt awkward but the photo turned out great

[45:49 - 45:58]Mentioning taking inspiration from other models and magazines

[45:59 - 46:05]Bringing up Jojo poses

[48:20 - 48:26]Receiving hats as gifts and trying them on

[48:34 - 48:41]Talking about attending conventions in the late 2000s

[49:24 - 49:34]Mentioning first guest convention in 2011

[50:37 - 50:45]Discussing the luck of not experiencing boundaries being crossed at conventions

[50:45 - 50:51]Reflecting on the cosplay is not consent movement and the importance of boundaries

[51:01 - 51:08]Remembering glomping and how it was a nightmare for cosplayers

[51:01 - 51:08]Talking about how glomping became a trend and relating it to actions in anime

[51:44 - 51:59]Mentioning a time when a friend intervened when someone was filming them without consent at a convention

[43:14 - 52:20]Person discusses posing for photoshoots, taking inspiration from friends and social media, the importance of posing in industries where your body is your product, and attending conventions in the late 2000s without experiencing boundary crossing. They also reflect on glomping and the cosplay is not consent movement.

[52:20 - 52:27] Guy was initially hesitant but eventually got kicked out of a gathering

[52:33 - 52:40]Anime conventions were rare and underground, so it was exciting to meet others who enjoyed anime

[52:48 - 53:05]Conventions felt like a place where social boundaries were out the window and everyone was "DTF" (down to fuck)

[53:20 - 53:30]Misses the smaller convention scene before it became corporate

[54:49 - 54:56]Describes a convention in Poland called Photocon where photographers and cosplayers can take pictures in beautiful locations

[55:30 - 55:37]Used conventions as an excuse to travel and explore different places

[56:08 - 56:15]Attended around 30 conventions in a year, including San Diego Comic Con, Australia, Canada, Spain, and Italy

[57:18 - 57:30]Discussion about the best type of pizza and how American pizza can make you feel "disgusting" afterwards

[58:29 - 58:44]Sponsor message about Japanese snack box

[59:32 - 59:38]Has attended a lot of conventions and enjoys connecting with fans and appreciates their support

[1.00:43 - 1.00:51]Imposter syndrome due to feeling like she was in the right place at the right time

[52:20 - 1.00:51]The speaker discusses attending a gathering where a guy eventually gets kicked out, the excitement of meeting other anime fans at conventions, missing the smaller convention scene before it became corporate, using conventions as an excuse to travel, attending around 30 conventions in a year, discussing different types of pizza, and her imposter syndrome as she feels she was in the right place at the right time.

[1.05:05 - 1.05:11]Documentary on rooster teeth

[1.08:50 - 1.09:10]Watching documentary and enjoying it

[1.09:16 - 1.09:22]Signing up and cancelling rooster teeth

[1.09:16 - 1.09:22]Accessibility to social media and monetizing cosplay

[1.09:16 - 1.09:22]Sigma grind set

[1.09:16 - 1.09:22]Making money from cosplay

[1.09:22 - 1.09:27]Needing to be a ruthless business person to make it work

[1.09:22 - 1.09:27]Current work and being on two week grind for cosplay

[1.09:22 - 1.09:27]Dealing with hate online and being prepared for people to be okay with her

[1.09:22 - 1.09:27]People reaching out and connecting

[1.09:27 - 1.09:57]Wish it was longer

[1.09:27 - 1.09:57]Initial reaction to being in documentary

[1.09:27 - 1.09:57]Getting bullied and people being nice was tougher

[1.09:27 - 1.09:57]Being grateful and sounding sarcastic

[1.09:27 - 1.09:57]Positive American accents

[1.09:27 - 1.09:57]Filming for documentary

[1.09:27 - 1.09:57]Making a loon costume for Blizzcon

[1.09:27 - 1.09:57]Changing gears to Alex Draza

[1.09:27 - 1.09:57]Being able to make the costume in two weeks

[1.09:27 - 1.09:57]Power ball ball ball ball

[1.09:27 - 1.09:57]Power ball ball ball ball

[1.00:51 - 1.09:57]The text discusses a documentary on rooster teeth that the speaker was in, their experience watching it and wishing it was longer, the accessibility of social media and monetizing cosplay, the need to be a ruthless business person, the concept of a Sigma grind set, the speaker's current work and the two week grind for cosplay, initial reactions to being in the documentary and dealing with hate and bullying online, people reaching out and connecting, the struggle of being grateful and sounding sarcastic, the impact of positive American accents, and the process of filming for the documentary and creating a costume for Blizzcon in a short amount of time.

[1.09:57 - 1.10:02] Man describes his Hawaii experience with Jess and how it was both amazing and draining

[1.10:38 - 1.10:44]Film crew follows him for a documentary, filming his daily activities and events like Blizzcon

[1.10:44 - 1.10:50]Man discusses the strange feeling of having his own documentary made about him

[1.13:11 - 1.13:21]Conversation shifts to streamers and their mentality, with the man expressing admiration for their consistent schedules and dedication

[1.13:47 - 1.13:55]Man discusses his own burnout and the need for breaks, especially during the pandemic

[1.14:40 - 1.14:53]Man and his friend talk about their busy schedules and future plans, including building a property with hobbit holes and creating an Airbnb situation

[1.15:56 - 1.16:09]They also discuss their current projects and the balance between work and enjoying life

[1.09:57 - 1.18:35]The man discusses his Hawaii experience with Jess and the draining effect of having a film crew follow him for a documentary. They also talk about their admiration for streamers and their dedication, as well as their own experiences with burnout and balancing work and enjoyment. They also mention their plans for the future, including building a property with hobbit holes and creating an Airbnb situation. They reflect on the past two years of the pandemic and how it affected their schedules.

[1.18:35 - 1.18:41] The schedule was initially meant to distract from the pandemic, but now they are traveling and doing other things.

[1.18:41 - 1.19:09]The podcast is appreciated by followers for being a source of comfort and entertainment during the pandemic.

[1.18:41 - 1.19:09]They talk about their main channel and how it is the harder part of their job.

[1.19:19 - 1.19:26]The speaker plans to make unrecognizable costumes in the future.

[1.19:26 - 1.19:33]They discuss different costume ideas, including Ariel from Diablo and characters from Game Home.

[1.20:25 - 1.20:41]The speaker talks about their hobby of making fairy houses and getting into plants during the pandemic.

[1.21:39 - 1.21:49]They mention wanting to manage cosplayers in the future.

[1.23:55 - 1.24:05]They discuss the enthusiasm and motivation of zoomers in the creative space.

[1.24:45 - 1.24:51]The bar of quality has been raised for tiktok cosplay, with a focus on embodying the character and being a content creator.

[1.24:51 - 1.24:56]The cosplay scene has changed with the rise of TikTok, which they love consuming but do not want to create for.

[1.25:37 - 1.25:46]The time it takes to learn cosplay skills varies and can take decades to reach a high level.

[1.25:46 - 1.25:52]They discuss some talented makeup artists and mention a cosplayer who does meme cosplays.

[1.26:48 - 1.26:54]The speaker and their friends were in a church for the panel and the speaker was dressed as a character named "slut yelv."

[1.27:13 - 1.27:24]The speaker shares a story about a convention experience where a man claimed to have a bomb and was stopped by security.

[1.18:35 - 1.27:24]The speaker discusses their podcast, future plans for cosplay, the rise of TikTok in the cosplay scene, and shares a story about a convention experience. They also mention their hobby of making fairy houses and getting into plants during the pandemic.

[1.28:01 - 1.28:35]Person recalls a story about someone who got tackled on stage while making a joke

[1.28:56 - 1.29:02]They then tell another story about a guy who came to their house with a strange package

[1.29:14 - 1.29:43]The package contained a premonition about a business deal

[1.31:16 - 1.31:23]They then discuss how they became more cautious after this incident

[1.33:22 - 1.33:34]They mention a recent incident with Amaranth where someone flew from Estonia and waited outside her house for a month

[1.34:13 - 1.34:34]They discuss how conventions often don't take enough precautions for popular online creators

[1.34:34 - 1.34:45]Conventions often prioritize traditional media over online creators

[1.35:14 - 1.35:20]Someone at a convention didn't know what cosplay was

[1.35:20 - 1.35:25]The person's team may also influence convention decisions

[1.35:37 - 1.35:54]MCM was an eye-opener for the person in terms of what they need for a successful convention experience

[1.27:27 - 1.35:54]Person recounts two incidents involving strange and concerning encounters, leading to their increased caution and awareness of safety at conventions, particularly for popular online creators. They also discuss the potential influence of traditional media and their team on convention decisions. MCM was a significant learning experience for them.

[1.36:02 - 1.36:09]Discussion about a recent event and its level of excitement and scariness

[1.36:09 - 1.36:33]Plans and suggestions for future conventions and the need for proper security

[1.36:33 - 1.36:38]Sponsorship by Tipsy, a US online sake store, and their membership benefits

[1.36:38 - 1.36:48]Recommendations for sake brands from the host, a sake expert

[1.38:25 - 1.38:36]Difficulty in getting security from a convention, leading to the need for self-protection

[1.38:43 - 1.38:53]Experience at Gamescom with Blizzard providing personal security for guests

[1.38:53 - 1.39:03]Potential disconnect between Hollywood and American conventions

[1.40:46 - 1.40:51]Potential use of the "exposure" excuse to not pay creators for their appearances

[1.41:41 - 1.41:46]Announcement of a tour planned by the hosts themselves

[1.42:43 - 1.42:58]Discussion of the power and reach of influencers and their ability to create their own events

[1.43:10 - 1.43:20]Personal reluctance to participate in a creator clash event

[1.43:23 - 1.43:35]Previous experience with a boxing training session at an after party

[1.35:54 - 1.44:03]Discussion of recent event and plans for future conventions, sponsorship by Tipsy, difficulty in obtaining security, tour announcement, and the power of influencers to create their own events.

[1.44:48 - 1.45:00] Two hosts discuss getting in shape and introduce their new mascot, a shiba inu dog.

[1.45:00 - 1.45:07]They got the dog from a reputable breeder in Arizona.

[1.45:36 - 1.45:44]One host used to have pet rats growing up in New Zealand.

[1.46:36 - 1.46:54]The other host wants to get a pet, but is too busy with work and travel.

[1.48:15 - 1.48:27]They discuss the pros and cons of owning different types of pets, including rats and cockroaches.

[1.50:20 - 1.50:32]One host shares a story about her experience trying to feed a street dog in Thailand.

[1.52:37 - 1.52:58]They talk about the prevalence of stray dogs and cats in certain areas of the world.

[1.44:03 - 1.52:58]The hosts talk about their new mascot, owning pets, and share stories about their experiences with different animals. They also discuss the prevalence of stray animals in certain areas.

[1.52:58 - 1.53:04]The speaker talks about visiting a cat cafe and their love for cats.

[1.53:13 - 1.53:21]They then discuss the dangers of rabies and not being able to drink water once infected.

[1.53:22 - 1.53:43]The speaker mentions a recent rabies scare in DC.

[1.53:22 - 1.53:43]They describe the physical effects of rabies and the lack of a cure.

[1.54:21 - 1.54:28]The conversation shifts to the differences between domesticated and street dogs.

[1.54:35 - 1.54:43]The speaker shares their experience climbing Kilimanjaro in Tanzania.

[1.55:18 - 1.55:23]They discuss their love for Lord of the Rings and the coincidental development of a cat allergy.

[1.56:30 - 1.56:37]They mention a stray cat they found and had to give away due to allergies.

[1.58:03 - 1.58:11]The speaker talks about their allergies to various animals and their recent appreciation for cats.

[1.58:03 - 1.58:11]The cat eventually warms up to them and becomes excited to see them upon their return from a trip.

[1.59:30 - 1.59:40]The neighbor's cat becomes a regular visitor in their garden and they name her Scarlet Joe.

[1.52:58 - 2.00:28]The speaker discusses their love for cats, the dangers of rabies, their experience climbing Kilimanjaro, and the development of their cat allergy. They also mention a recent rabies scare and their appreciation for cats despite their allergies. They share their experience with a stray cat and the excitement of a neighbor's cat upon their return from a trip.

[2.00:28 - 2.00:35] First time able to pet her for five minutes

[2.00:35 - 2.00:40]No honeymoon phase

[2.00:40 - 2.00:46]Excitement upon return from trip

[2.00:56 - 2.01:03]Encounter with a rock wallaby in their neighborhood

[2.02:31 - 2.02:37]Petting the rock wallaby

[2.02:38 - 2.02:54]Australians' love for animals and living in harmony with nature

[2.03:35 - 2.03:40]Discussion of Avatar and James Cameron's influence

[2.03:47 - 2.03:58]Hope for Avatar sequel's success

[2.05:05 - 2.05:15]Mention of other animated movies and potential for video game adaptations

[2.05:05 - 2.05:15]Discussion of Halo's storyline and potential for animated adaptation

[2.06:29 - 2.06:34]Plug for guest's social media and reminder to follow hosts on various platforms

[2.06:34 - 2.06:43]Reminder to be kind and enjoy every moment

[2.00:28 - 2.07:18]Discussion of petting a cat, encounter with a rock wallaby, Australians' love for animals and nature, and potential for animated adaptations of popular franchises. Reminder to be kind and enjoy life.