Science at Cons
Can you get a good science education at a con? We talk with the head of the science track of Dragoncon to explore this new trend, engaging fans, kids, and parents in the wide world of science.
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Author: Kishore Hari
‘BattleBots’ Season 2 Premiere Recap – Robots Activate!
The Bots are back with a bigger competition than ever. We review the first episode with bout by bout reviews of the action.
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BattleBots Finale: There Can Only Be One
Once again Kishor and Anton talk bots. This week ended the six week Battlebots 2015 season with a couple exciting semifinal matches and the final fight for the championship.
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BattleBots Week 4 Recap – Fast Forward
BattleBots week 4 – last chance to get into the great eight. As always, Anton Olsen and Kishore Hari are here to breakdown the best bouts, worst moments, and everything in between. Spoilers galore, so beware if you did not watch.
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BattleBots Week 2 Recap – Flames, Lamé, and a Fishing Net?
It’s week two of the BattleBots reboot and GeekDad will be doing weekly breakdowns of the competition. This week, we have Anton Olsen and Kishore Hari doing breakdowns of the best bouts. Spoilers galore, so beware if you did not watch.
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Blood, Sweat, and Gears – the Return of BattleBots
After 12 years, Battlebots returned to TV, bringing even more destruction and mayhem. The debut did not disappoint.
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Astrophysics on Late Night: The Debut of ‘StarTalk’
Neil deGrasse Tyson’s ‘StarTalk’ makes a disappointing debut in late night, but there is enough to bring me back next week.
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GeekDad Interviews Zach Weinersmith
Zach Weinersmith is a geek captain of industry. He’s the force behind the popular webcomic ‘Saturday Morning Breakfast Cereal,’ author of numerous books, including his first children’s book ‘Augie and the Green Knight.’ Most importantly, he’s a new dad. We chatted about managing a myriad of projects, where he gets inspiration, and how his content is changing now that he’s a parent.
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Geek’s Guide to National Parks
The U.S. National Park Service is turning 100 – its the perfect time to geek out at your park with this comprehensive guide of citizen science, astronomy, adventure, and even LARP programs and events in parks.
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