Between the Bookends Jan ’17: Princesses and a Python
With a new year comes new beginnings, & while we await some of the things this year has to offer there’s nothing better to wait with than a good book.
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Tag: monty python
Now for Something Completely Different: Trusting My Teen to Babysit
How John Cleese, Eric Idle, and a fob watch helped me make it through leaving my kids “home alone” for the first time.
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Things I’ve Learned from Terry Jones and His Tales
Python alumnus may be losing his ability to tell new tales, but his existing stories will continue to inspire readers of all ages.
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Defending the Fart Joke
Sometimes, there simply is no better bridge builder than sophomoric humor.
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Happy Birthday, John Cleese!
On October 27, 1939, a legend of British comedy was born. John Cleese, the exceptionally tall member of Monty Python, has just turned seventy-five years old. We are pleased to report that he is not dead yet.
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Watch This: NEW MONTY PYTHON SONG!
They’re working on a new live show, and have released this video to tease us:
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Towel Day: 42 Occurrences of The Number 42 in Pop Culture
Any good geek knows that the answer to the great question of life, the universe and everything is 42, but were you aware just how often that number has crept up in pop culture? From apartment numbers to Hurley numbers, dates to car registrations, the number 42 is everywhere when you start looking hard enough. Here are 42 examples of the number turning up in pop culture.
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With Pebble Smart Watch OS Update We Now Have LCARS and Silly Walks
Development on the Pebble smart watch continues apace, and one of the best update has hit this week, with the launch of the beta watch face SDK, and OS and App updates that finally allow side-loading of apps and face to the watch.
Continue ReadingHappy Birthday, Terry Gilliam!
The legendary Pythoner and director is turning 72.
Continue Reading17 Summer Vacation Ideas for Your Kids
What do your kids do on their summer vacation? Many kids go to camp, or visit relatives, or enroll in special classes designed for children. But no matter if your kids are heavily scheduled, or if their time is completely …
Continue Reading33 Geeky Insults You Can Use Almost Anywhere (GeekDad Weekly Rewind)
In general, geeks prefer to use brains rather than brawn, to get themselves out of a situation. So, their insults are often witty, literary and highly intelligent. But not always. Here are a few of our favorites.
You know, you are …
Continue Reading33 Geeky Insults You Can Use Almost Anywhere
In general, geeks prefer to use brains rather than brawn, to get themselves out of a situation. So, their insults are often witty, literary and highly intelligent. But not always. Here are a few of our favorites.
You know, you are …
Continue ReadingA New Monty Python App – Let The Rampant Quoting Begin!
On March 6th, the blu-ray version of the beloved and oft quoted film Monty Python And The Holy Grail hits shelves. To celebrate, the folks at Melcher Media are releasing an iPad app that animates the 28 day production of the 1970’s film. Check out the deets here on Venture Beat! Yay! A spanking! A […]
Continue ReadingHappy Birthday, Terry Gilliam!
Terry Gilliam was born on this day in 1940 in Medicine Lake, Minnesota and grew up to become the only American member of the otherwise uber-British comedy troupe Monty Python. His vaguely disturbing animated segments using cut-out pictures helped put …
Continue ReadingHappy Birthday, John Cleese!
On October 27, 1939, a legend of British comedy was born. John Cleese, the exceptionally tall member of Monty Python, has just turned seventy-two years old. We are pleased to report that he is not dead yet. While Monty Python …
Continue ReadingGeekMom Talk Like a Pirate Day!: Ahoy Matey, No Parlay In These Rules
Many moons ago, before the onslaught of home ownership and parenthood, when flexible income and free time were to be had in abundance, ah good times, I’m sorry where was I? Back in the day, my husband and I used to play a lot of games. My husband is a board game geek, and I […]
Continue ReadingHoly Flying Circus: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Monty Python’s Life of Brian
For years Monty Python’s Life of Brian has been followed by controversy and debate. The comedy about a man named Brian Cohen who is mistaken for the Messiah was criticized by many church leaders and banned in several countries. Well, that debate is about to get revved up again with Holy Flying Circus, a […]
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The Unsinkable Starship Titanic
A few years ago, I inherited some of my dad’s book collection when my mum decided to have a clear out. Included in the books were all five volumes of Douglas Adams’ Hitchhiker’s Guide to The Galaxy “trilogy.” I couldn’t wait to read them. As a child, I had been brought up watching the 1981 […]
Continue ReadingSpam! Spam! Spam! Spam!
On Christmas morning, I noticed that my stocking was very heavy and stuffed to the top. I began to pull out its contents: rice, sheets of nori, furikake, mirin… Hmm, was I going to learn how to make my own sushi? And then I pulled out the last two items, a can of Spam and […]
Continue ReadingCelebrate Graham Chapman’s 70th Birthday Today!
It’s hard to know how Graham Chapman would have celebrated his 70th birthday today, were he still alive, or how he would have wanted others to celebrate it in his absence. I’m pretty sure rude and/or crude jokes would have …
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Storm And Paul Is Their Cover Band Name
They are the opening band. I have yet to throw my panties on the stage – but when I do, they will be unique and geeky. My husband introduced me to the The Captain’s Wife’s Lament and Nun Fight a couple of years ago. When I heard these songs, by two guys who have obvious musical talent, I was an […]
Continue ReadingHappy 70th Birthday, Terry Gilliam!
Terry Gilliam was born on this day in 1940 in Medicine Lake, Minnesota and grew up to become the only American member of the otherwise uber-British comedy troupe Monty Python. His vaguely disturbing animated segments using cut-out pictures helped put …
Continue ReadingHappy Birthday, John Cleese!
On October 27, 1939, a legend of British comedy was born. John Cleese, the exceptionally tall member of Monty Python, has just turned seventy-one years old. We are pleased to report that he is not dead yet. While Monty Python …
Continue ReadingAn Alternate Take On Avatar: Better Get A Bucket
If you Google “Avatar” and “sick,” you can expect to see somewhere around 21 million hits. Make that 21 million and one after this. Not being a fan of lining up and then being subjected to a battle of wills …
Continue ReadingHappy 70th Birthday, John Cleese!
On October 27, 1939, a legend of British comedy was born. John Cleese, the exceptionally tall member of Monty Python, has just turned seventy years old. We are pleased to report that he is not dead yet. While Monty Python …
Continue ReadingHappy Birthday! Monty Python’s Flying Circus Turns 40
It was 40 years ago today that the first episode of Monty Python’s Flying Circus appeared on the BBC. The show ran for four seasons, cranking out 45 episodes and unleashing their zany, crazy sense of humor on the world. …
Continue ReadingWeekend Fun: Monty Python & The Holy Grail in Lego
It’s the weekend, and I’m in a weird mood. I’m in the mood for Monty Python and The Holy Grail…and my kids are playing with Lego. According to YouTube, this is the perfect mash-up. Enjoy. The French Taunter Camelot! The Black Knight The Killer Rabbit The Holy Hand Grenade of Antioch And there are many, […]
Continue ReadingStar Trek Meets Monty Python
Two geek classics. One funny video! (Ed. note: we know this one has been mentioned in the comments previously, but really, it’s worthy enough to get its own post)
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