Costumes And Cosplay

In this episode of Exploring Humanity Through Sci‑Fi, we dive into the artistry, engineering, and personal expression behind what we wear in our favorite worlds — from blockbuster cinema to the convention floor. Costume Designer Melissa Bruning and cosplayer, designer, and author Yaya Han join us for a conversation that bridges professional filmmaking and the passionate craft of fandom.

Featuring: Melissa Bruning — Costume Designer

Melissa Bruning has shaped the look of some of the most visually ambitious genre films of the last decade. Her work includes:

• Space Jam: A New Legacy

• War for the Planet of the Apes

• Dawn of the Planet of the Apes

• Bosch: Legacy on television

Yaya Han — Cosplayer, Designer, Author

A pioneer in the modern cosplay movement, Yaya Han discovered cosplay at Anime Expo in 1999 — a moment that changed the trajectory of her life. Since then, she has become:

• A globally recognized cosplayer and designer

• A model and entrepreneur

• Author of Yaya Han’s World of Cosplay

• A featured personality on SyFy’s Heroes of Cosplay

• Creator of the bernette 79 Yaya Han Edition sewing machine

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