Brook Bullock
Brook Bullock is a founding member of the Red Dirt DnD podcast where he first portrayed Mak'ren Stoneshaper, the young Dwarf sorcerer. To be a productive member of society, Brook has taught English for over 25 years and has been an Advanced Placement Consultant for the College Board since 1997.
Brook started playing D&D with the 1980s Red Box (Mentzer Edition) and moved into AD&D 1e & 2e, but then took a break to during the 1990s "to be an adult.” However, some of his closest, lifelong friends from those gaming days still get together from scattered locations across the country to roll dice. It was one of those marathon weekends that introduced Brook to D&D 3rd Edition, and he was hooked once again now playing Pathfinder and Starfinder as well.
When not spending time in Ovathir, Greyhawk, Golarion, or the sci-fi reaches of outer space, Brook enjoys outdoor activities right here on Earth with his wife and family, riding his motorcycle, and, of course, reading into the wee hours of the night.
4:00 PM | Location: Boomer B
Tales from the Stacks: Why We Love Libraries!
Talk about your love for the library—early experiences, memorable librarians, the off-limits section, checking out too many books to carry … and the rumors of a secret black-magic section. Plus, there's WAY more than books at the library these days. Since libraries are essential to democracy, how can we better evangelize them?
Moderator: Laura J. Underwood
Panelists: Brook Bullock, Coral Hudson, MLIS - Librarian, Norman Public Library Central, Kimber E Chessmore, Laura J. Underwood, Martha Steele, Rook Riley
Tracks: Writing & Publishing, Pop Culture & Entertainment, Health & Wellness
8:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Restaurant/Lounge Area North Park Grille
Red Dirt DnD Live Dungeons & Dragons Trivia Night
Calling all adventurers and knowledge seekers! Join us for an unforgettable night of brain-teasing fun with Red Dirt DnD's live Dungeons & Dragons trivia event! Gather your party and prepare to answer challenging questions about lore, spells, iconic characters, and epic adventures. Compete against fellow fans and trivia enthusiasts as you prove your mastery of DnD knowledge. Prizes, surprises, and an evening filled with laughter and camaraderie await you. So gather your spellbooks, sharpen your intellect, and join us for the Red Dirt DnD live Dungeons & Dragons trivia night. May the dice be ever in your favor!
Moderator: Michael Cross
Panelists: Aidyn Cross, Brook Bullock, Connor Shenold, Johnnie Payne, Kimberly Cross, Kyri Hester, Michael Cross
Noon | Location: Boomer A
Critically Corrected Trivia Show
Everyone loves to be a critic. Technically correct these wrong answers to nerdy trivia. The host will read a statement that is wrong. Panelists must start their corrective answer with the phrase "Um, Actually..." to score points. If the panelist is incorrect, the audience gets the chance to answer and steal the points.
Moderator: Brook Bullock
Panelists: Brook Bullock, Karen Thrower, Kevin Dilmore, Phillip Drayer Duncan, Rhonda Eudaly, Sherri Dean, Tim Frayser
Tracks: Pop Culture & Entertainment, General Interest, Meetup
5:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room
Red Dirt DnD Live
Get ready for an epic event like no other at Soonercon! Join the cast of Oklahoma's premier Dungeons & Dragons podcast, Red Dirt DnD, for a live actual play experience, where fantasy comes to life before your eyes. Immerse yourself in a world of magic, quests, and daring adventures as our talented players navigate treacherous dungeons and face off against formidable foes. Witness the thrill of dice rolls and the laughter of our hilarious cast as they bring the game to life on stage. Whether you're a seasoned DnD fan or new to the realm, this is an event you won't want to miss. Join us and experience the Red Dirt DnD live actual play event. Prepare for an unforgettable journey into the world of tabletop gaming. (2 hours.)
Moderator: Michael Cross
Panelists: Aidyn Cross, Brook Bullock, Connor Shenold, Johnnie Payne, Kimberly Cross, Kyri Hester, Michael Cross
Tracks: Content Creation & Podcasting, Fantasy
9:00 AM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Interior Courtyard - Atrium
Koffeeklatch
Join panelists in the hotel breakfast area for morning networking and conversation. BYO coffee, please.
Moderator:
Panelists: A C Smart, Aaron Bossig, Bradley H Sinor, Brook Bullock, Harold Neal, Jeff Provine, Julia S. Mandala, L.L.Killjoy, Laura J. Underwood, Linda Donahue, Mark Alfred, Mark Finn, Michael Cross, Mimic Rae, Ms Fae Mullens, Peri Charlifu, Sally Hamilton, Scott Zrubek, Sue Sinor, Terry Southard, Tim Frayser, Tracy S. Morris
Tracks: Meetup, General Interest
1:00 PM | Location: Sooner A
Media Literacy in the Classroom: A How-to for a Have-to
Misleading media surrounds us—misinformation, conspiracy, satire, you name it. Yet the essential modern skill of media literacy isn’t taught in school. Why? What will it take to get educational institutions to adopt it, and what will that curriculum look like?
Moderator: Brook Bullock
Panelists: Brook Bullock, Kendall Watson, MLIS - Branch Manager, Newcastle Public Library, M. Scott Carter, Okie Space Queen, Pigeon, Shai Fenwick
Tracks: Culture & World Affairs, Pop Culture & Entertainment