PB and Jay sit down with the incredibly talented recording artist, composer, and creative producer Bentley Jones! We dive deep into Bentley's "Absolution" era, celebrating his amazing musical contributions to the Sonic the Hedgehog community. From collaborating with legends like TJ Davis to teaching himself Blender to animate his original character Ozkar, Bentley pulls back the curtain on the intense dedication it takes to be an independent creator. Plus, we talk about his gravity-defying pole dancing routines, the upcoming Absolution Tour, and a very special Sonic '06 stamp rally announcement!YOUR HOSTSPB (aka Gilles): https://www.instagram.com/gillesbone/J (aka Jay Bear): https://www.instagram.com/ohheyitsjaybear/OUR GUESTBentley Jones: https://bentleyjones.com/IN THIS EPISODEIntroducing Bentley Jones: Reflecting on debuting as an artist in Japan at 17 and releasing his 15th-anniversary retrospective album.The "Absolution" Era: Reconnecting with the Sonic community, the healing power of the fandom, and launching the innovative Volume 3 "Album Pass".Epic Collaborations: Working with Pete (the voice of Silver) and TJ Davis (the Sonic R Dance Queen) on the incredible "Rave" cover and music video.Meet Ozkar: The deep lore behind Bentley’s Sonic OC, a time-traveling 1960s microphone, and dedicating months to learning 3D modeling in Blender to bring him to life.The Reality of an Indie Creator: A raw conversation about the isolation of the job, 16-hour workdays, and the extreme discipline it takes to succeed in the music industry.Bringing it to the Stage: Combining high-energy music with pole dancing, holding yourself to an impossible standard, and treating convention gigs like arena concerts.The Absolution Tour: What to expect at the London (Vauxhall Arches) and Birmingham (Mama Roux's) shows, including early access VIP soundchecks.Convention Updates: Announcing the Sonic '06 themed stamp rally for MCM, and turning RakuCon into a massive 40th birthday bash!SPONSORED BYDecal EmpirePremium custom stickers, prints and more.https://decalempire.co.uk/(Their support helps make this show possible.)SUPPORT THE SHOWExplore all our socials and more at https://theconcreatives.comLeave a five star review to help support the showGet behind the scenes content and extras at https://patreon.com/theconcreatives

In the second half of our deep dive with the incredible Georgia Dyer, we are pulling back the curtain on the "crusty" reality of high-level cosplay and the business of being a creator. Georgia drops some major bombshells, including social media strategy, the dream of taking cosplay full-time, and a brilliant pitch for a "Cosplay Taskmaster" series that needs to happen immediately!YOUR HOSTSPB (aka Gilles): https://www.instagram.com/gillesbone/J (aka Jay Bear): https://www.instagram.com/ohheyitsjaybear/OUR GUESTGeorgia Dyer: https://www.instagram.com/xgeorgiadyerx/IN THIS EPISODEThe Business of Cosplay: How a professional background in digital marketing helped Georgia navigate the TikTok algorithm.Monetization and Milestones: Breaking down the 10k follower barrier and the difference between TikTok and Instagram growth.Career Ambitions: Georgia’s dream of joining a cosplay agency and having her own booth at major conventions.Pitching "Cosplay Taskmaster": A new vision for a creator-led game show featuring the UK’s best cosplayers.Con Stories: Dealing with bizarre harassment and being told to "go back to California" while in Birmingham.SPONSORED BYDecal EmpirePremium custom stickers, prints and more.https://decalempire.co.uk/(Their support helps make this show possible.)SUPPORT THE SHOWExplore all our socials and more at https://theconcreatives.comLeave a five star review to help support the showGet behind the scenes content and extras at https://patreon.com/theconcreatives

PB and Jay sit down with the incredibly talented Georgia Dyer to uncover the secrets behind her viral, cell-shaded cosplay style! From surviving wild protests at professional promo gigs to the chaotic reality of painting clothes (and her face....) with acrylics, Georgia shares her journey from a self-proclaimed "newbie" to an online sensation. Plus, we talk body positivity, reading hate comments in a Northern accent, and why we're splitting this hilarious chat into a surprise two-part special!

YOUR HOSTS

PB (aka Gilles): https://www.instagram.com/gillesbone/

J (aka Jay Bear): https://www.instagram.com/ohheyitsjaybear/

OUR GUEST

Georgia Dyer: https://www.instagram.com/xgeorgiadyerx/

IN THIS EPISODE

• Reflecting on her first cosplay suit in 2018 and the evolution to her signature cell-shaded art style

• Securing a paid Borderlands promo gig in London and accidentally navigating a massive protest

• Cosplay confessions: The magic of hot glue, using un-washable acrylic paint on fabric, and the nightmare of foam wigs

• A hilarious early-days mistake: using actual acrylic paint as lipstick and makeup

• The "Jinx wearing Rumi's jacket" mashup and why you shouldn't let internet "canon police" stop your creativity

• Dealing with negativity by turning hate comments into a viral, million-view TikTok video

• Body positivity in the cosplay space and being your own worst critic

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Recorded live from the show floor at Megacon Live Birmingham, Jay Bear goes rogue alongside our roaming reporter StroberryCosplay for a completely impromptu episode. From the smoothest setup day ever to dodging the terrifying gaze of a giant inflatable minion, we recap what makes this event's layout and atmosphere so special. With surprise drop ins from cosplay queen @XGeorgiaDyerX and Youtube legend @TomSka plus a rundown of our best selling merchandise, we dive deep into the weekend's highlights. Oh, and we debate whether Iron Bru glazed ham belongs on a pizza.Your HostsJ (aka Jay Bear): https://www.instagram.com/ohheyitsjaybear/Stroberry Cosplay: https://www.instagram.com/stroberrycosplay/Our Guests & ContributorsGeorgie Dyer: https://www.instagram.com/xgeorgiadyerx/Tomska: https://www.youtube.com/TomSkaEvent PartnerMegacon Live: https://www.instagram.com/megaconlive/In This EpisodeStroberry's first time at the NEC and impressions of the event's color coded carpet layoutThe looming threat of the giant inflatable minion watching over the stallsA surprise catch up with Georgie Dyer about the chill convention vibesStroberry's Performance Square debut and duetting with Project AozoraCosplay meetups: The Amazing Digital Circus vs. Sonic the HedgehogA cameo interview with Tomska (and his sold out Mined Turtle game!)The great pizza debate: thin crust, deep pan, and the crime of Iron Bru toppingsA post con merchandise update: Abstracted Jax, Pombon stickers for exampleThe return of the chant: "We listen… And we don't judge!"Sponsored ByDecal EmpirePremium custom stickers, prints and more.https://decalempire.co.uk/(Their support helps make this show possible.)Support the ShowExplore all our socials and more at https://theconcreatives.comLeave a five star review to help support the showGet behind the scenes content and extras at https://patreon.com/theconcreatives

PB is away today, so Jay Bear flies solo... but he’s brought backup! Roaming reporters FrootbatCosplay and StroberryCosplay return to the pod to recap the success of AnimeCon UK's very first Manchester event. From stage-spinning wheels to the evolution of cosplay over the last 10 years, we dive deep into the weekend's best moments and the changing landscape of convention etiquette. Plus, an exclusive foil print reveal and a rundown of our current geeky hyperfixations!Your HostsPB (aka Gilles) – https://www.instagram.com/gillesbone/J (aka Jay Bear) – https://www.instagram.com/ohheyitsjaybear/Our Guests & ContributorsFrootbat Cosplay – https://www.instagram.com/frootbatcosplay/Stroberry Cosplay – https://www.instagram.com/strobrycosplay/Event PartnerAnimeCon UK – https://www.instagram.com/animeconuk/In This EpisodeJay goes solo as PB sits this one out Recapping AnimeCon UK Manchester and our roaming reporters taking over the socialsCosplay trends: The dominance of Jujutsu Kaisen and the debut of the Umamusume (horse girl) group!Reflecting on 10 years of conventions: How cosplay became more accessible and why etiquette is improvingDebuting the new Kaiju parody shirts and a brand-new foil print of Jax from The Amazing Digital CircusHyperfixations: Baldur’s Gate 3, Resident Evil 9, and JoJo Part 7And as always, the return of the chant: "We listen… And we don’t judge!" Sponsored ByDecal Empire - Premium custom stickers, prints and more.https://decalempire.co.uk/(Their support helps make this show possible.)Support the ShowExplore all our socials and more at https://theconcreatives.comLeave a five star review to help support the showGet behind the scenes content and extras at https://patreon.com/theconcreatives

Recorded live on the Sunday Main Stage at AnimeConUK Manchester, PB and Jay return with special guest Georgie Dyer and our roaming reporter StroberryCosplay for a lively, jump into the rabbit hole of UK fandom culture in 2026. From the most visible communities to the most passionate cosplayers to the surprise breakout fandoms of the year, we explore who truly shows up the hardest at conventions right now. With audience verdicts and even a cheeky bit of “Would You Rather?”.Your HostsPB (aka Gilles) – https://www.instagram.com/gillesbone/J (aka Jay Bear) – https://www.instagram.com/ohheyitsjaybear/Our Guests & ContributorsGeorgie Dyer – https://www.instagram.com/xgeorgiadyerx/Stroberry Cosplay – https://www.instagram.com/stroberrycosplay/Event PartnerAnimeCon UK – https://www.instagram.com/animeconuk/In This Episode- Welcoming the Sunday crowd back to AnimeCon Manchester- Reflecting on the Creator Stage performance with Georgie and Stroberry- Most Visible: the fandoms you see everywhere- Most Passionate: the ones bringing the biggest energy- Most Unexpected Rise: the surprise communities taking over 2026- Looking back at the last decade of UK conventions:- What dominated in 2016- What’s fading now- The fandoms that survive every wave- Audience reactions, disagreements and live debate- The return of the chant: “We listen… And we don’t judge!”Sponsored ByDecal Empire - Premium custom stickers, prints and more.https://decalempire.co.uk/(Their support helps make this show possible.)Support the ShowExplore all our socials and more at https://theconcreatives.comLeave a five star review to help support the showGet behind the scenes content and extras at https://patreon.com/theconcreatives

Recorded live on the Main Stage at AnimeCon Manchester, PB and Jay bring you a fast‑paced interactive episode... because WE LISTEN AND WE DON'T JUDGE! Joined by FrootBatCosplay and StroberryCosplay, the team dives into real convention opinions straight from the show floor. From secret loves to irrational hates to the most controversial con habits, this live session is all about mini‑games, a chanting audience and a room full of hot takes. You're welcome ;)Your HostsPB (aka Gilles) – https://www.instagram.com/gillesbone/J (aka Jay Bear) – https://www.instagram.com/ohheyitsjaybear/Our Guests & ContributorsFrootBat Cosplay – https://www.instagram.com/frootbatcosplay/Stroberry Cosplay – https://www.instagram.com/stroberrycosplay/Event PartnerAnimeCon UK – https://www.instagram.com/animeconuk/In This Episode- Live from the AnimeCon Manchester Main Stage- The audience‑powered chant: “We listen… and we don’t judge!”- Secret loves, secret hates and the things we always line up for- What we refuse to buy, what we judge instantly and what we avoid every time- Meet & greets, VIP tickets, karaoke, artist alley, afterparties and more- The audience decides the winnersSponsored ByDecal Empire - Premium custom stickers, prints and more.(Their support helps make this show possible.)Support the ShowExplore all our socials and more at theconcreatives.comLeave a five star review to help support the showGet behind the scenes content and extras at patreon.com/theconcreatives

PB and Jay sit down to celebrate the launch of a brand‑new Kaiju‑inspired collection, created in the middle of illness, deadlines and Anime Con prep. This episode dives deep into the creative and strategic process behind building a new series: why it exists, how the designs were chosen, what worked in the past, and how artists balance passion with what actually sells. From Luffy to Rudo to Gojo and Gato, this is a look at the thinking, planning and chaos behind bringing a full collection to life.Your HostsPB (aka Gilles) - https://www.instagram.com/gillesbone/J (aka Jay Bear) - https://www.instagram.com/ohheyitsjaybear/In This Episode- Launching the newest Kaiju parody collection- How illness, deadlines and Anime Con prep shaped the timeline- Why this series focuses on current anime favourites- The evolution of the Kaiju style: silhouettes, backgrounds, lettering and consistency- How audience behaviour and past sales influence future designs- Balancing “what I love” with “what people actually buy”- The importance of analysing what worked (and what didn’t) in previous releases- How to plan a collection around upcoming conventions- Prioritising designs, products and phased releases- The future of the Kaiju line, enamel pins and upcoming sticker collaborations- A practical framework for choosing which ideas to make nextSponsored ByDecal Empire : Premium custom stickers, prints and more.(Their support helps make this show possible.)Support the ShowExplore all our socials and more at https://theconcreatives.comLeave a five star review to help support the showGet behind the scenes content and extras at https://patreon.com/theconcreatives