Low Budget FM

445: July 4, 2011: Live From Anime Expo 2011

It's Low Budget FM's third annual expedition to Downtown LA for the Anime Expo. We see what vendors accept "interesting trades," talk to the HiChew and Pocky people, audition some character voices, get awkward hugs and more.

Originally aired July 4, 2011|The Pico-Robertson Era|Download MP3
Chapters (8)
  1. 00:00Expo ImpressionsHosts discuss the crowd, the 'costume' nature of Lady Gaga, and the lack of eye contact from attendees.
  2. 05:23The AT-ST PurchaseMike haggles with a vendor named Daniel to buy a vintage die-cast AT-ST for $8.
  3. 07:06Candy BoothsInterviews with representatives from Haichu and Pocky regarding marketing and pronunciation.
  4. 10:25Lottery Ticket TradeMike buys art prints from Jeff Thomas using a $1 bill and a winning $5 scratcher.
  5. 13:23The Barter ChallengeMike attempts to trade the $8 AT-ST for a custom-made sword from Dragon Song Forge.
  6. 16:13Character VoicesThe hosts use a sign to recruit attendees to perform anime voices and record show liners.
  7. 24:19The Hug EconomyMike interviews a 'free hugs' attendee and jokes about becoming the national 'Hug Czar'.
  8. 27:40Post-Con Wrap-upFinal thoughts on the trip, settling bets, and reflections on interacting with cosplayers.
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