3 Tips for Choosing Your CrimeCon Sessions
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- 29 May, 2017
NOTE: If you're reading this in preparation for CrimeCon 2018, please note that the sessions and speakers referenced below pertain to CrimeCon 2017 in Indianapolis, but the handy-dandy tips will still help you set your schedule. Check the full schedule here and tweet me with questions!
"There's so much going on! How am I supposed to choose between all of these sessions?!"
I feel your pain. Having been unsuccessful at my attempts to time travel or master astral projection, I'm resigned to choosing only one session at a time, too.
It took me a few drafts to keep my FOMO to a minimum and I still change my mind on some selections every couple of days. But since many, many, many of you have asked, here's how I'm approaching it. This may help you settle on a game plan for CrimeCon.
1. Think about what you want to get out of CrimeCon. When you first heard about CrimeCon, what excited you the most? What was your first "I hope they have ______!" reaction? Who did you hope to meet? What did you want to learn?
Did you want to try your hand at investigative techniques? Then don't miss sessions like CSI: Indianapolis, Crime Scene Reconstruction, or Wine & Crime (Gold VIP).
Want to find a new case to obsess over? Check out sessions similar to the Long Island Serial Killer with A&E's Rachel Mills, Josh Zeman, and Ellen Killoran; Cathy Scott's panel with survivors and families of Golden State Serial Killer; or The Mannina Files with homicide detective Christine Mannina.
Want to meet your favorite true crime personalities? Check out the meet and greets with Josh Mankiewicz, Nancy Grace, Aphrodite Jones, Jim Clemente, or Erin Moriarty. Don't forget to stop by Podcast Row to meet your favorite true crime podcasters.
When in doubt, my advice is to look for things you're interested in but don't know much about. It'll come in handy for the criminal investigation career you're gonna want to pursue after CrimeCon.
2. Be flexible. I have my preferred sessions and backup sessions ready to go. Some sessions will be packed to fire code capacity. Not saying I wouldn't walk through fire to get to some of these sessions, but I'd rather just have a second choice in mind. Less burny, more learny.
Additionally, many sessions and the Jury Experience, Escape Room, and Interrogation Experience are offered multiple times over the course of the weekend. If you simply can't choose between two, look for another time slot when you could attend.
3. Don't feel like you have to fill every hour. The CrimeCon team has done a great job at packing a lot of opportunities into relatively short days (compared to the 14-hours-per-day conferences of my former corporate life). But with SO much action and SO much to see and do, these will still be long days. Build in some time to take a break in the VIP lounge or grab something to eat from one of the terrific JW Marriott Indianapolis restaurants. Or to grab a disco nap in your room. Of course, you can always bring some Red Bull or grab a coffee to power through the pain.
There's a LOT to do at CrimeCon. If you simply can't manage to squeeze everything you want into your schedule, keep an eye on our Instagram and Twitter pages. We'll post images, updates, insights, and interesting info from most sessions.
Hope this helps! If you'd like more information to help make your decisions, tweet me and I'll use my super-double-top-secret intel to help you decide.
CrimeCon Returns to London on 7th and 8th June 2025: A Must-Attend Event for True Crime Enthusiasts
Exciting news for true crime aficionados – CrimeCon is making its much-anticipated return to London on 7th and 8th June 2025! As the biggest UK event for those with a passion for the true crime genre, this is an unmissable opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of crime, justice, and investigation, all set in the heart of the UK capital.
CrimeCon UK has built a reputation as the ultimate true crime experience, where enthusiasts, experts, educators and professionals come together to explore high-profile cases, delve into forensic science, and hear from those at the forefront of criminal investigation. 2025 promises to be the best event yet - being more captivating than ever before.
What to Expect at CrimeCon 2025
Building on the enormous success of past years, CrimeCon London 2025 will once again offer attendees exclusive access to leading criminal experts, investigative journalists, detectives, and true crime content creators. With a packed schedule of live panels, interactive discussions, and real-life case studies, this year's event is guaranteed to leave attendees with insights into some of the most talked-about cases and topical true crime themes. Not only this, CrimeCon UK puts victims and advocacy for justice at the heart of the event - making sure that CrimeCon is a platform for every story that needs to be told.
Here's a glimpse of what awaits attendees at CrimeCon 2025:
- Exclusive Interviews and Case Debriefs: Hear directly from those involved in some of the UK’s most intriguing and infamous criminal cases, hearing from those that were directly impacted by criminality.
- Meet Your Favorite True Crime Content Creators: The digital world has revolutionised the true crime genre, and CrimeCon will be bringing top content creators together to discuss their platforms, methods, and deep dives into unsolved mysteries.
- Interactive Exhibits and Forensic Workshops: Put your sleuthing skills to the test as you take part in immersive activities, which have, in the past, included forensic analysis and criminal profiling.
- Q&A Sessions with Experts: Get the chance to ask burning questions to investigators, criminologists, and legal professionals.
Who Should Attend?
Whether you're a die-hard true crime fan, a criminal justice professional, or just someone curious about the world of crime-solving, CrimeCon is perfect for you. The event brings together a diverse community of people who share a passion for exploring the darker side of humanity while discussing critical issues of justice and victim advocacy.
For those already familiar with popular crime podcasts, books, and documentaries, this is your chance to engage with the experts and learn more about the complexities behind these stories. CrimeCon offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals in a friendly, inclusive atmosphere.
Secure Your Spot
Tickets for CrimeCon London 2025 are expected to sell out fast, so be sure to grab yours soon. Various ticket packages are be available, offering different levels of access, from basic admission to VIP and Platinum experiences, where you can enjoy perks such as exclusive sessions with speakers, early access to certain events and enhanced event benefits.
To find out more and to book your tickets, click here. Don't miss out on being part of the most thrilling true crime event of the year!
Now is your chance to ensure your favourite true crime content from 2023 is recognised in the TCAs!
VIEWERS' CHOICE: Whether it's your favourite series, documentary film or influencer - make sure you submit your thoughts on your favourite on-screen true crime content today! Remember - only content released in 2023 is eligible and will be counted.
LISTENERS' CHOICE: All True Crime podcasts (that released content that is available in the UK during 2023) are eligible to be nominated so be sure that your go-to true crime podcast is recognised!
READERS' CHOICE:
Which true crime book caught your attention in 2023? As long as it was first published last year then it's eligible to be nominated, so cast your vote today!
Voting is now open and closes on 31st March 2024.
Those with the most votes will be recognised and awarded at the True Crime Awards which is scheduled to take place on 25th April 2024.
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