
I’ve been watching anime since high school. For more than 25 years I’ve enjoyed and consumed this incredible art form, though I wouldn’t call myself a die-hard fan or a “weeb,” as the term goes. That said, I do listen almost exclusively to anime podcasts, I read manga, and I get immense joy from a… Read more

Saturday at Fan Expo Chicago 2025 might have been one of the most memorable convention days I’ve had in years. I brought my stepson along, just days before he heads back out of state for university—which made our annual tradition together feel extra meaningful. If I’m counting right, this was our third Fan Expo together,… Read more

I went into The National expecting pure, beautiful chaos, the kind of shoulder-to-shoulder frenzy you brace for when thousands of collectors cram into one giant hall chasing the same grails. From the outside, that’s exactly what it looked like. But the moment I parked, stepped onto that skyway, and walked through those doors, my worries… Read more

Alright, dear readers — as you know, TGM covers all things pop culture. Over the past three years, we’ve been diving deeper into the world of trading cards both sport and non-sport. This isn’t entirely new for us, it’s more like reconnecting with our childhoods. Over the years, I’ve built up a pretty awesome collection… Read more

With the release of 28 Years Later, zombie fever has returned—and this time, it’s burning hotter than ever. The film is a phenomenal addition to the 28 franchise. It’s terrifying, emotionally resonant, and drenched in the kind of atmospheric dread that lingers in your chest long after the credits roll. I walked out of that… Read more