{"id":854046,"date":"2026-06-09T01:42:31","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T01:42:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/854046\/"},"modified":"2026-06-09T01:42:31","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T01:42:31","slug":"phoenix-fan-fusion-2026-our-favorite-and-least-favorite-moments","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/854046\/","title":{"rendered":"Phoenix Fan Fusion 2026: Our favorite and least favorite moments"},"content":{"rendered":"

Phoenix Fan Fusion 2026 was three days of nonstop geek fun. This year\u2019s edition of Arizona\u2019s largest pop-culture event included moments both large and small as a huge crowd of tens of thousands of people filled the Phoenix Convention Center.<\/p>\n

Celebrities like Danny Elfman, Heather Locklear and \u201cBlues Clues\u201d host Steve Burns said the darndest things. Cosplayers showed off their latest creations. And geeks from across Arizona experienced a weekend of gaming, vendors and countless activities.<\/p>\n

It wasn\u2019t all nerdy fun. The epic crowd caused delays and mobility issues for thousands of people in attendance. Certain attendees disregarded personal hygiene and picking up their trash.<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s a look back at PhoenixFan Fusion 2026\u2019s best and worst moments.<\/p>\n

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\"\"Connor Hinz of Phoenix built a giant-sized version of the Sony Walkman from \u201cGuardians of the Galaxy\u201d that he slow-rolled through the exhibitor hall.<\/p>\n

Best: Giant \u2018Guardians of the Galaxy\u2019 Walkman spreads joy, dancing<\/p>\n

One of most popular sights in Phoenix Fan Fusion\u2019s exhibitor hall was an enormous rolling Sony Walkman that played tunes from the \u201cGuardians of the Galaxy\u201d soundtrack and other \u201870s and \u201880s jams.<\/p>\n

The 7-foot-tall creation inspired by Starlord\u2019s tape deck was built by local cosplayer Connor Hinz around a mobility scooter and was similar to a previous mobile Walkman he created for Fan Fusion in 2019.<\/a><\/p>\n

Hinz said he resureccted the idea because it was popular with his fellow attendees.<\/p>\n

\u201cIts been such a huge hit for everyone,\u201d Hinz says. \u201cIt\u2019s always a blast.\u201d<\/p>\n

The mobile Walkman made people happy everywhere it went. Fan Fusion attendees smiled, laughed and even danced as it rolled past. On Friday, one woman followed it around for more than 15 minutes, bopping along to songs like Redbone\u2019s \u201cCome and Get Your Love\u201d and Earth, Wind and Fire\u2019s \u201cSeptember.\u201d Benjamin Leatherman<\/p>\n

\"AThe scene in the lower level of the Phoenix Convention Center during Fan Fusion 2026.<\/p>\n

Worst: Saturday\u2019s lines cause consternation and anger<\/p>\n

Saturday is typically the busiest day of Phoenix Fan Fusion with the largest turnout of the weekend. This year was no exception as the Phoenix Convention Center was packed with people after doors opened at 10 a.m.<\/p>\n

Enormously long lines at entrances to the event at Third and Monroe streets and Second and Adams streets ensued, wrapping around the Phoenix Hyatt Downtown hotel and other nearby building.<\/p>\n

Coupled with triple-digit temperatures, the situation caused plenty of flared tempers among attendees. Complaints flooded social media throughout the morning and into the early afternoon.<\/p>\n

Fan Fusion staff opened the Fifth Street entrance, which is typically used by staff, to the public to help aleviate the situation.<\/p>\n

Brandon LaVorgna, a spokesman for the event, wrote in a media statement that the situation was caused by a broken escalator that resulted in a \u201cfunneling of attendees to be slowed down.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cFirst and foremost, we would like to apologize for the inconvenience to some of our attendees today,\u201d LaVorgna wrote in a statement. Benjamin Leatherman<\/p>\n

Best: Areas\u00a0of respite<\/p>\n

Overstimulation is real, even for neurotypicals, and Fan Fusion is nothing if not a blitz on the senses. Kudos to the event for carving off areas of quiet and calm relaxation, in the halls as well as in designated rooms. One such nook, called the Cozy Cove, was dark inside but for the green-blue glow of TVs, allowing people to flop onto beanbags and enjoy the mental comfort food of a console gaming break. And a peek at the couches in the VIP lounge proved that even people considered very important need a zone in which to zone out. Sam Eifling<\/p>\n

\"AA cosplayer dressed as Din Djarin from \u201cThe Mandalorian\u201d walks into the Phoenix Convention Center during Phoenix Fan Fusion 2026.<\/p>\n

Best: First-time cosplayers<\/p>\n

Sure, the movie-quality robotic-looking suits and ginormous \u201cWarhammer 40,000\u201d builds grab the clout, but some of the most memorable costumes at Fan Fusion were assembled with thrift-store finds, determination and just enough courage to leave the house dressed as a cartoon pony.<\/p>\n

Outside the convention center, we met a first-time cosplayer portraying Twilight Sparkle from \u201cMy Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic.\u201d She spent three days pulling the outfit together from Goodwill finds and last-minute accessories: purple-and-pink hair, a rolled-up white shirt, an old-school tie, a long skirt, and lavender fuzzy boots.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s my first cosplay;, that\u2019s why it\u2019s kind of novice,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

But that\u2019s exactly the point. The three-day event isn\u2019t just a showcase for professional-level costume customizers. It\u2019s also a place where newbies can jump in, take a chance and discover that nobody cares whether your costume took three days or a year.<\/p>\n

Every old-school cosplayer had a first convention once. For many 2026 attendees, that\u2019s where the real friendship magic starts. Mike Madriaga<\/p>\n

\"LinesThe line to get into Phoenix Fan Fusion 2026 on Sunday, June 7.<\/p>\n

Worst: Scalpers and flippers<\/p>\n

Just like concerts, sporting events and music festivals, Fan Fusion had its share of scalpers and flippers looking to make a few bucks off of fandom. It was enough to make Lex Luthor proud.<\/p>\n

A quick online search during the event turned up tickets and convention-related items being resold across multiple platforms. On Craigslist, we spotted two tickets listed for $75. On Facebook Marketplace, another seller was asking $230 for a pair. Meanwhile, someone on eBay was trying to get $60 for a complimentary swag bag.<\/p>\n

Buying tickets from strangers online always comes with some risk. Are the tickets legitimate? Have they already been used? Is that PDF actually valid, or just a convincing color copy with the year Photoshopped?<\/p>\n

The swag bag flip felt even more cringe-worthy. Fan Fusion hands them out as part of the experience, yet somehow they end up online before some attendees even make it through the front doors.<\/p>\n

Then again, that\u2019s what happens when collectibles, exclusives and limited-edition items collide with capitalism. Somewhere out there, somebody is probably trying to sell a water bottle a celebrity took a sip from during a meet-and-greet. Benjamin Leatherman<\/p>\n

Best: Music in the hallways<\/p>\n

There\u2019s nothing like walking into the event and being greeted by the sound of live singing spilling into the concourse. The event handed the steps outside the Symphony Hall to a series of buskers who made the enormous entry hall \u2014 crisscrossed with escalators, mobbed all weekend \u2014 a place where you could focus on a single human voice. Shout-out to Delee Leon, a Phoenix singer, sending up her crystalline rendition of Florence\u00a0+ the Machine\u2019s \u201cThe Dog Days Are Over.\u201d Sam Eifling<\/p>\n

Worst: The occasional whiff of convention funk<\/p>\n

Any gathering where thousands of people are jammed inside a convention center for three long, hot days is bound to have one unavoidable consequence: body odor.<\/p>\n

To be fair, the funk of sweaty, unwashed bodies at Fan Fusion was an occasional occurrence and nowhere as heavy as internet stereotypes about geek conventions would lead you to believe. Many attendees seemed to practice the basics of personal hygiene.<\/p>\n

Every so often, though, a particular aroma would drift through a crowded exhibitor hall or escalator line. The combination of triple-digit temps, hours of walking, heavy cosplay outfits and shoulder-to-shoulder crowds occasionally created an olfactory assault worthy of a supervillain.<\/p>\n

Thankfully, such incidents were the exception rather than the rule. Still, for the handful of attendees who apparently viewed deodorant as optional equipment, certain members of Fan Fusion\u2019s crowds might want to consider using deodorant next year. Your fellow geeks will thank you. Benjamin Leatherman<\/p>\n

\"\"Ty McDowell of Queen Creek stomped around Phoenix Fan Fusion\u2019s exhibitor hall in a massive Knight Lord armor from \u201cWarhammer 40,000.\u201d
\nBest: The capeless heroes known as cosplay spotters<\/p>\n

The celebrities get the applause. The cosplayers get the viral clout. But some of Fan Fusion\u2019s real heroes spend the entire weekend pacing a few feet ahead of, or behind, someone dressed in metallic medieval armor, overzealous wings or a costume with the turning radius of a Valley Metro bus.<\/p>\n

Known as spotters, these convention costume wranglers help navigate crowds, guide oversized costumes through tight spaces, shout warnings when a \u201cwide load\u201d is approaching and prevent elaborate wings, staffs, tails and other pointy accessories from introducing themselves to unsuspecting attendees.<\/p>\n

Their duties range from helping costumed friends navigate escalators, doorways and packed hallways to serving as an extra set of eyes when visibility inside a costume is limited or nonexistent. Anyone who attempted to cross the convention floor over the long weekend likely witnessed a spotter in action, whether they realized it or not.<\/p>\n

Without spotters, Fan Fusion would almost certainly see a lot more accidental pokes, clipped and cosplay collisions. They\u2019re rarely photographed, seldom recognized, but totally essential to keeping the convention running smoothly. Mike Madriaga<\/p>\n

Worst: The super-narrow escalators<\/p>\n

Cosplayers and other attendees of Fan Fusion were forced to walk three or four flights of stairs because they didn\u2019t want to risk damaging months of custom work on the convention center\u2019s skinny escalators.<\/p>\n

Then there were the dealers moving between halls with long boxes full of comics, toys and exclusive drops, wheeling and dealing all weekend long who had to deal with certain escalators in the convention center\u2019s West Building, which span the width of a single person. Imagine hauling a long box of comic books where the width of the box feels wider than the escalator itself.<\/p>\n

It added extra consternation during a crowded weekend filled with it. Mike Madriaga<\/p>\n

\"\"Clarkdale resident Heather Markham-Creasman during her performance at Phoenix Fan Fusion\u2019s Masquerade Costume Contest on June 6.
\nBest: A chance to take the stage again<\/p>\n

One of the most poignant moments of Phoenix Fan Fusion\u2019s Masquerade Costume Contest came when Heather Markham-Creasman rolled onto the stage in her wheelchair.<\/p>\n

The Clarkdale resident, who has lived with a progressive form of muscular dystrophy for more than a decade, appeared as an adult version of Ariel from Disney\u2019s \u201cThe Little Mermaid.\u201d<\/p>\n

A former belly dancer, Markham-Creasman said the masquerade gave her something she\u2019d long missed.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019ve always loved performing and it was a chance to perform again,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

The costume was a family effort. Her husband, Joe, acted as her hands while cutting materials for a sparkly dress, and her daughter-in-law sewed the tail.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy husband was my proxy for cutting things out because I don\u2019t have a lot of strength in my own hands,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

Her appearance resonated with audience members. After the contest, another attendee who uses a wheelchair told Markham-Creasman that seeing her on stage was inspiring.<\/p>\n

\u201cI hope you\u2019re inspired to live a giant, giant life,\u201d Markham-Creasman replied. Benjamin Leatherman<\/p>\n

\"\"Tucson resident Cupid Nosewicz, far right, poses with friends at the Phoenix Convention Center during Phoenix Fan Fusion 2026.<\/p>\n

Worst: Saturday\u2019s crowd causes mobility issues for one attendee<\/p>\n

Phoenix Fan Fusion\u2019s packed Saturday crowd created challenges for practically everyone at the pop-cultural convention, but was an absolute nightmare for one attendee.<\/p>\n

Cupid Nosewicz, who uses a wheelchair, said packed elevators inside the Phoenix Convention Center left her struggling to access different parts of the event. The Tucson resident and journalism student at University of Arizona says lines were excessively long to the elevators to get to various levels.<\/p>\n

She also says security would not let her board.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe accessibility here has been really not equal in any way, shape or form,\u201d she says. \u201cCrowd control has been pretty bad in general, even for able-bodied individuals. Its taking a very long time to get anywhere from floor to floor.\u201d<\/p>\n

Nosewicz and her four friends ended up breaking down her Lightweight wheelchair into its component pieces and riding an escalator to the lower levels.<\/p>\n

Requests for comment on the matter by Fan Fusion spokesperson Brandon LaVorgna were not immediately returned. Benjamin Leatherman<\/p>\n

Best: Wrestling vibes<\/p>\n

On Sunday afternoon, just as it felt like other corners of the convention were wrapping up, a darkened ballroom in the corner was a hive of laughs and jeers. The\u00a0SlamU Wrestling Arena was popping all weekend with wrestling classes and themed matches (a \u201cBattle for the Multiverse,\u201d a Saturday morning cartoon battle, luchadors galore) \u2014 and in the last hour of the weekend turned over to 20 minutes of silly joy: a hulking luchador in zebra-striped briefs versus a skinny combatant who tried to turn the match into a dance-off.<\/p>\n

Little kids ringside heckled the heel, mocking his outfit and calling him names he hurled right back at them: \u201cI am\u00a0not\u00a0a lemonhead!\u201d The dancer gained powers every time Rihanna\u2019s \u201cDon\u2019t Stop the Music\u201d blared on the sound system. And the wrestling was strong: body slams, dropkicks, the works. Little guy won! Kids dressed as Super Mario and Princess Peach rejoiced ringside. Everyone could end the weekend secure in the knowledge that good still triumphs over masked lemonheads. Sam Eifling<\/p>\n

\"\"Film composer Danny Elfman during his panel at Phoenix Fan Fusion 2026.<\/p>\n

Best: Danny Elfman reflecting on a career built by chance<\/p>\n

Danny Elfman has spent decades creating some of the most recognizable themes in both film and television, a feat the legendary composer said during his Fan Fusion panel on Saturday almost never happened.<\/p>\n

Reflecting on his early years, Elfman told a packed crowd at Fan Fusion that he credits a group of friends for putting him on a path toward music.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt was only because of these friends that I became a musician, it was pure luck,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

The conversation covered everything from his work with Tim Burton to his scores for films like \u201cBatman\u201d and \u201cThe Nightmare Before Christmas.\u201d When asked if he had a favorite composition, Elfman compared the question to choosing between family members.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s a lot like picking your favorite children,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Elfman also reflected on the creative benefits of working on smaller productions early in his career.<\/p>\n

\u201cI don\u2019t think I realized how much freedom I really did have,\u201d he stated. Benjamin Leatherman<\/p>\n

\"\"\u201cBeverly Hills 90210\u201d actress Heather Locklear during her panel at Phoenix Fan Fusion 2026.<\/p>\n

Worst: The weak turnout for Heather Locklear\u2019s panel<\/p>\n

Celebrity Q&A panels were busy through Fan Fusion, with one appearance being a notable exception. Despite a television career spanning decades, actress Heather Locklear drew a surprisingly small audience for her appearance on Saturday afternoon. The room was barely a third full as the actress shared stories from her time on hit shows like \u201cMelrose Place,\u201d \u201cThe Fall Guy\u201d and \u201cT.J. Hooker.\u201d<\/p>\n

Locklear proved to be a warm and engaging guest, discussing everything from her early acting experiences to working alongside stars like William Shatner and Lee Majors. Fans who managed to attend Locklear\u2019s gabfest were rewarded with a candid look back at some of television\u2019s biggest shows of the \u201880s and \u201990s.<\/p>\n

The sparse turnout wasn\u2019t a reflection of the panel\u2019s quality. If anything, it highlighted the challenge of competing against a stacked schedule on Saturday afternoon, which includes other celebrity panels various cosplay events and programming. Benjamin Leatherman<\/p>\n

Best: Choose your own adventure<\/p>\n

I\u2019ve been coming to Phoenix Fan Fusion for several years now, and the sheer size and scale of the event means that if you think you\u2019ve done everything there is to do, no, you haven\u2019t. I\u2019ve walked thousands and thousands of steps on the vendor floor and attended panels and events ranging from celebrity Q&As to Japanese-style maid cafes and sea shanty sing-alongs.<\/p>\n

But this year, I wandered into the Cosplay Universe and Discovery Science Lab for the first time. I watched lightsaber battles (sign a waiver, grab a weapon and get ready to fight), eavesdropped on little girls learning about Arizona native species via a fishing game and marveled over the elaborate LEGO displays. <\/p>\n

It speaks to the appeal of Fan Fusion: There is something to see or do around every corner, and even old pros can find a new favorite aspect of the convention. Jennifer Goldberg<\/p>\n

\"\"\u201cBlues Clues\u201d host Steve Burns speaks to the crowd at his panel during Phoenix Fan Fusion 2026.<\/p>\n

Best: Steve Burns being thanked by \u201990s kids he raised<\/p>\n

Few moments at Phoenix Fan Fusion were as heartfelt as Steve Burns\u2019 Sunday afternoon panel.<\/p>\n

The former host of \u201cBlue\u2019s Clues\u201d spent much of the session reflecting on his path to becoming one of the most beloved figures of \u201890s kids. The actor and musician said that when he landed the job in the mid-1990s, he was far from a polished children\u2019s television personality.<\/p>\n

Instead, he described himself as an unemployed actor wearing a Fugazi shirt with a pack of Camel Lights in his back pocket.<\/p>\n

Despite his self-deprecating humor, many audience members made it clear how much his work meant to them. During the panel, fans repeatedly thanked Burns for helping shape their childhoods and providing comfort during difficult times.<\/p>\n

The affection was palpable. So was Burns\u2019 gratitude.<\/p>\n

What could have been a nostalgia-fueled victory lap instead became something more meaningful: a room full of grown-up \u201990s kids getting the chance to thank someone who played a vital role in their collective lives. Benjamin Leatherman<\/p>\n

Best: John Cena\u2019s photo-ops<\/p>\n

We caught up with a few fans outside the lengthy lines waiting to meet John Cena, and judging by their reactions, you\u2019d think they had just climbed to the top turnbuckle and won a championship match themselves.<\/p>\n

The 17-time world champ and WWE legend turned actor, rapper and meme-worthy \u201cYou Can\u2019t See Me\u201d icon drew some of the longest lines of the weekend, but the fans we spoke with seemed more than happy to pay for the experience.<\/p>\n

One Fan Fusion attendee named Jose had his championship belt signed and snapped a photo with the 6-foot-1 wrestler.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe belt was $350 \u2026 to get it signed, it\u2019s a little more pricey on the belt signing,\u201d he said. \u201cFor an 8-by-10 (photo), it\u2019s $180-something.\u201d<\/p>\n

Jose proudly pulled out a photo of Cena holding the belt while he stood at his side. Judging by the grin on Jose\u2019s face, you\u2019d think they had just retained the WWE Tag Team Championship. Another fan, Moises, waited three hours to get a life-size cardboard standee of Cena signed. Yes, a life-size cardboard standee.<\/p>\n

By 3 p.m., there appeared to be roughly 100 people still waiting in line. Despite reportedly needing to leave by 4 p.m. to catch a flight, Cena continued working his way through the crowd, signing autographs and posing for photos.<\/p>\n

Perhaps the biggest takeaway wasn\u2019t the signed belts, photos or cardboard cutouts. Both fans I spoke with, along with several other WWE fans in line, said Cena took time to talk with each fan. For a guy whose catchphrase is \u201cYou Can\u2019t See Me,\u201d the fans seemed to appreciate that Cena made them feel like he definitely did. Mike Madriaga<\/p>\n

\"\"A pair of Phoenix Fan Fusion attendees with their mystery boxes.<\/p>\n

Worst: Underwhelming mystery box hauls<\/p>\n

One of the biggest gambles at Fan Fusion isn\u2019t meeting your favorite celebrity. It\u2019s dropping cash on a mystery box and hoping there\u2019s something amazing inside.<\/p>\n

We met a family of three carrying two colossal mystery boxes, each stamped with a giant star on the outside. Mystery boxes are usually packed with random toys, plushies, collectible card packs and licensed merchandise. The appeal is simple: there might be something valuable hidden inside.<\/p>\n

The family hadn\u2019t opened their latest purchases yet. In fact, they were hoping these boxes would make up for a recent mystery box disappointment.<\/p>\n

They had previously spent $60 on a \u201cSupernatural\u201d-themed mystery box, eagerly digging through the contents in search of something memorable.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt sucked,\u201d said the purchaser.<\/p>\n

According to the family, the box contained common licensed toys, merchandise and collectibles tied to the long-running TV series, but nothing that felt rare, exclusive or particularly exciting. No autographed cast photo. No limited-edition collectible. No jackpot item.<\/p>\n

Then again, that\u2019s the mystery box game. Sometimes you walk away with a treasure. Sometimes you walk away with a box full of dollar store stuff that looked a lot better before you opened it. Mike Madriaga<\/p>\n

Best: A event for everyone<\/p>\n

I\u2019m not, like, a super-positive person with a great attitude. But every year, I walk around Fan Fusion with a smile on my face. Because Fan Fusion, more than anything else I do all year (and I do a lot of stuff) is a place for everyone: all fandoms, all ages, all races, all genders, all sexualities, all bodies, all skill levels of cosplay. The guy in the movie-grade Darth Vader costume and the pack of Ninja Turtles with shells made out of flat pieces of colored cardboard are met with equal enthusiasm. No matter how obscure your cosplay is, someone will recognize it and get a kick out of it.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s not an original reflection, but it wasn\u2019t too terribly long ago when folks were lame or nerdy for being really into comic books or \u201cThe Lord of Rings.\u201d At Fan Fusion, \u201clet people enjoy things\u201d is the philosophy, and in a world where you could end up the subject of viral mockery for looking silly on a dance floor, it\u2019s refreshing to be in an environment where people are allowed to be who they are, love what they love and be welcomed for all of it. Jennifer Goldberg<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Phoenix Fan Fusion 2026 was three days of nonstop geek fun. This year\u2019s edition of Arizona\u2019s largest pop-culture…\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":854047,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","_share_on_mastodon":"0"},"categories":[5131],"tags":[5229,5643,1587,6588,1589,67,586,132,5230,68,2969],"class_list":["post-854046","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-phoenix","tag-america","tag-arizona","tag-az","tag-cosplay","tag-phoenix","tag-united-states","tag-united-states-of-america","tag-unitedstates","tag-unitedstatesofamerica","tag-us","tag-usa"],"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@us\/116717614377693459","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/854046","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=854046"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/854046\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/854047"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=854046"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=854046"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=854046"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}