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John Coxon
John Coxon is a young, enthusiastic British fan who got into fandom through ZZ9, the Hitchhiker's Guide's appreciation society, and hasn't gone away since. He has edited, among other things, his very own fanzine (entitled Procrastinations) in addition to doing the odd spot of convention literature here and there. In his spare time he is completing a Master's degree in Physics with Astrophysics, in addition to reading SF, comics and playing RPGs. He also successfully ran for TAFF in 2011, and is thrilled to be at his first Worldcon!
Programming for John Coxon
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| Wed | 16:00 | (A05) | 1 hr |
The Real Revenge of the Nerds: Geek as Hero
Is nerd is the new jock? The science fiction comedy seems to be reviving, especially with TV shows like The Big Bang Theory and movies like Paul. But you'll even find nerd-as-hero in some fantasies. Get your geek on for a discussion of this trend that geeks-like-us can't help but love. |
| Thu | 12:00 | (E01) | 1 hr |
Where to Start With Comics
Kids love comics, and sometimes they want to know "what to read first" or "what to read next." A discussion with kids on the best of today's comics and suggestions for reading. |
| Fri | 12:00 | (D04) | 1 hr |
Interview with John Coxon, Youngest TAFF Winner Ever!
We meet John Coxon, this year's TAFF winner. |
| Sat | 11:00 | (Hall 2 Fan Lounge) | 1 hr |
Are there New Fan Editors and Fan Writers?
We gather a selections of 'Can Do' editors, who are happy to ask you what you need, want and how they can help YOU develop your fan writing as well as suggesting outlets for your creativity. If you write a few lines about every book you read, or like writing about your experiences, you could be an award winning fan writer in the offing. |
| Sat | 14:00 | (Hall 2 Fan Lounge) | 1 hr |
TAFF/DUFF Delegates Reception
Gather to meet and congratulate this year's TAFF and DUFF delegates, and coo at last year's TAFFling 2.5, who is now 1 year old. |
| Sat | 15:00 | (Hall 2 Stage) | 2 hrs |
Fan Fund Auction
Delegates of the Transatlantic Fan Fund (TAFF) and the Down Under Fan Fund (DUFF) invite you to come bid on various unique items donated by authors, editors and fans. Or just come to see famous London auctioneer Liz Zitzow in action! |
| Sun | 12:00 | (A09) | 1 hr |
One More Season
Panelists each take a TV show that they feel deserved one more season, explaining why and where the show might have gone. |
| Sun | 13:00 | (D03) | 1 hr |
Man vs Robots: Who gets to Travel Space First
Should we be sending humans to Mars when robots are cheaper - or should the timeline for humans traveling to Mars be further out... |
| Sun | 14:00 | (A03) | 1 hr |
What Happened to Stargate Universe?
Stargate Universe distanced itself in many ways from previous versions of the franchise. Why? Was this influenced by its creators' exposure to SF and SF fandom, and the resulting desire to do something more meaningful? Was it that it was the first post-Battlestar Galactica Stargate series, and that show's tone impacted SGU? Did this contribute to its cancellation? |
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