We talk to artist and cosplayer Ali (Cosplay Instagram, Illustration Instagram) about rollercoasters, the thrill of managed risk, and the joy in delving into the odd history of what you love.

Follow the show on Twitter: @treasurescast

Your hosts are Anne Kirn (@house_of_darkly) and Emily Kardamis (@corruptedgem).

Intro, outro, and interstitial music is "Welcome!" by RoccoW, used under Creative Commons.