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‘Ashes: Rise of the Phoenixborn’: Game Review

August 17, 2015Samantha Bryant2

Ashes is a game for 2-4 players with quick set up, easy to understand game organization, and high levels of interaction. A he said/she said review.

Daily #DadJoke for August 17, 2015

August 17, 2015December 16, 2017Judd Schorr

What is the easiest way to find Mozambique?

Lucasfilm Reveals Cast of ‘Star Wars: Rogue One’

August 16, 2015December 13, 2017Will James3

Lucasfilm revealed the cast of ‘Star Wars: Rogue One’ yesterday with an amazing in-character cast photo.

Old Hobbies Die Hard – Playing ‘Age of Sigmar’

August 16, 2015Robin Brooks4

‘Warhammer: Age of Sigmar’ has divided opinion, but what is it like to play with children? A GeekDad investigates.

Daily #DadJoke for August 16, 2015

August 16, 2015December 16, 2017Judd Schorr

A group of chess enthusiasts were kicked out of a hotel reception for discussing their winning games…

CARROT Hunger: Lose Weight Like a Geek

August 15, 2015Skip Owens3

Like any other middle-aged GeekDad, my metabolism is starting to slow down and the time I have available for exercise is decreasing. What is a geek to do? So, of course, I turned to technology and found a highly entertaining and abusive app called CARROT Hunger: Talking Calorie Counter and CARROT has been whipping me into shape ever since.

Daily #DadJoke for August 15, 2015

August 15, 2015December 16, 2017Judd Schorr

Which is braver — a rock, or a stump?

GeekDad and GeekMom at PAX Prime

August 14, 2015December 13, 2017Will James10

PAX Prime is coming to Seattle in a couple of weeks, August 28-31, and GeekDad.com and GeekMom.com will be hosting a panel you won’t want to miss!

GeekDad Review: Zipbuds SLIDE, Tangle-Free Earbuds

August 14, 2015Brad Moon

Last year I reviewed an interesting set of earbuds from Zipbuds, a company that promised “tangle free” listening through use of an innovative zipper system. They lived up to the promise. Zipbuds has a new product they sent for me to test, SLIDE earbuds featuring “Zipperless Zipper technology” that’s claimed to retain the tangle-free appeal of the originals while cutting down on weight and bulk.

Gender Neutral Toy Aisles? Thanks, Target! Now I Actually Have to Parent!

August 14, 2015Ken Denmead5

Target has announced they’re doing away with some signs that segment toys and other items by gender, giving families more freedom and responsiblity for how kids are raised. Of course, some people are complaining.

7 Awesome New Gadget Kickstarter Projects This Week

August 14, 2015December 13, 2017Ken Denmead1

From Tim Cook’s favorite shower head, to a next-generation axe, here’s some great new Kickstarter projects we saw this week.

Daily #DadJoke for August 14, 2015

August 14, 2015December 16, 2017Judd Schorr

Where do you find a dog with no legs?

Follow the Quest for Nefertiti’s Tomb

August 13, 2015January 15, 2018Bernd Grobauer

Which boy has not dreamed about discovering a pharaoh’s burial chamber, the mummy encased in a richly decorated sarcophagus and surrounded by unimaginable treasure, untouched by grave robbers? So far, the dream has only come true once. A recent discovery suggests that we can start dreaming again.

New “Doctor Who” trailer teases Zygons, Daleks, and more

August 13, 2015December 16, 2017Mark Vorenkamp1

The BBC just dropped a trailer for the 9th season (35th overall) of Doctor Who, featuring Peter Capaldi as the Doctor and Jenna Coleman as Clara Oswald.

GeekDad Convention Preview: Wizard World Chicago

August 13, 2015December 16, 2017Mark Vorenkamp

A preview of the upcoming Wizard World Chicago comic and media convention coming August 20th through the 24th.

Fly on Your Broom, Cast Spells, and Have Fun in “The Village Crone”

August 13, 2015Dave Banks

Cast spells and work black and white magic in “The Village Crone,” a new game from Fireside Games.

Daily #DadJoke for August 13, 2015

August 13, 2015December 16, 2017Judd Schorr

Why did the ram run off the edge of the cliff?

Apocalypse! #BadDad Says to Bring Out the Spam!

August 12, 2015March 20, 2018Ryan Hiller2

When my wife is gone for the evening I will turn off the lights, light some candles, and pretend there’s been an earthquake or some other catastrophe. Not only does this lead to entertaining apocalypse conversations with the kids, but this means that we get to eat spam and freeze dried stuff.

‘The Walking Dead: No Man’s Land’ Starring Norman Reedus

August 12, 2015Will James

‘The Walking Dead: No Man’s Land’ is a new mobile game from Next Games launching in October to coincide with the Season 6 premiere of AMC’s ‘The Walking Dead.’ Norman Reedus, as fan favorite Daryl Dixon, will guide you through learning the game and help you out along the way.

D23 Expo: The Best of the Rest

August 12, 2015Jamie Greene

Earlier this week, I brought you details about the big “event panels” held in Hall D23 at this weekend’s D23 Expo and what news we might see revealed. Today, let’s take a look at what other treasures are in store for those attending the ev

Daily #DadJoke for August 12, 2015

August 12, 2015December 16, 2017Judd Schorr

I was going to watch the recent Johnny Depp/’Pirates of the Caribbean’ movie with my daughter, age 5…

It’s Colorin’ Time! Get Crayola Crayons and More on Sale at Amazon Today

August 11, 2015Ken Denmead

Whether you need to stock up on home arts and crafts supplies, or get your geekkids ready for the new school year, this is a great deal – 50% off on a variety of Crayola products. As the hubby to an elementary school teacher, the 24-pack of 24-count crayon boxes for less than $20 is […]

Daytona International Speedway Stadium Project Nearing Completion

August 11, 2015Corrina Lawson

It took the Romans approximately eight years to build the Coliseum. It’s taking a considerably shorter period, less than three years, to finish the $400 million Daytona Rising project for Daytona International Speedway, a project that will completely alter the fan experience while being one of the most modern public stadiums ever.

Felicia Day’s New Book Lets Us All Be Weird Together

August 11, 2015Will James4

‘You’re Never Weird on the Internet (Almost),’ Felicia Day’s memoir, was released today and is the perfect book for every geek.

‘The Dark Tower’ Movie Gets a Release Date

August 11, 2015Will James15

Variety just reported a whole slew of release dates for Sony Pictures through 2017, but only one really matters–‘The Dark Tower.’

Daily #DadJoke for August 11, 2015

August 11, 2015December 16, 2017Judd Schorr

How do you get Pikachu on to a bus?

D23 Expo Arrives This Weekend: Prepare Thy Nerdy Self

August 10, 2015Jamie Greene1

This coming weekend is THE event for Disney nerds: D23 Expo. Held at the Anaheim Convention Center this Friday-Sunday, August 14-16, D23 Expo is the ultimate fan event that celebrated everything under the Disney umbrella. Be it Disney Animation, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, Muppets, music, television, games, or theme parks and resorts, THIS is the place for it.