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Friday, February 17 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm
You Just Got “Holtzmanned”: Gender-Swapping Sci-Fi

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From rebooting classics with female leads, like Battlestar Galactica’s Starbuck or Ghostbusters’s all-woman crew, or transitioning a character like the Master or the Doctor from a male actor to a female actor, genderswapping in sci-fi has generated praise and controversy. This panel will examine examples of genderswapping, why they inspire such outrage, where they succeed and where legitimate criticisms can be made.

Panelists
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Alyssa Franke

Blogger, Whovian Feminism
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Cindy Kalionzes

Member of the Order of Gallifrey. Cindy is the Bronze Usher for the Bad Wolf Sector of the Order of Gallifrey. She took up costuming as a hobby after learning to sew in junior high when she was inspired by the bustle gowns in Phantom of the Opera. She has been cosplaying Doctor Who... Read More →
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Lindsey Share

Avid pop culture geek. Cosplay enthusiast. Griffindor. Always up for a lively debate or to help others explore new fandoms and interests! Follow me on Instagram at Lindrella.
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Riley Silverman

Writer/Comedian
Writer of Star Wars books, articles, and funny podcasts. Former Doctor turned GM (Game Missy) on Game of Rassilon. Rider of all rides at Disneyland in a single day. Thinks your hair looks nice. (She/Her)
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Deborah Stanish

Author/Editor/Podcaster, Verity! Podcast
DEBORAH STANISH is the co-editor of the Hugo nominated Chicks Unravel Time: Women Journey Through Every Season of Doctor Who.  Deborah is the moderator of the Hugo nominated Verity! Podcast, where six women, from around the globe, debate and discuss Doctor Who.

Friday February 17, 2017 2:00pm - 3:00pm PST
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