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Category: Featured

Age Representation in The LAst Jedi

Vice Admiral Holdo: Age Representation in ‘The Last Jedi’

December 22, 2017Karen Walsh2

Age representation in ‘The Last Jedi’ gave mature women a variety of identities, none of which matched previous media tropes.

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The ‘Curse’ of the December Anniversary Blockbuster Date Night

December 18, 2017December 28, 2017Amy Weir

It’s funny to watch people panic over not seeing ‘The Last Jedi’ on opening day, when I always know I’ll get to whatever the big December movie is sometime by the end of the month. It’s our anniversary tradition!

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Jedi Master Princess General Leia in ‘The Last Jedi’: The Feminist Hero We Deserve

December 18, 2017December 28, 2017Karen Walsh

Jedi Master Princess General Leia in ‘The Last Jedi’ is a feminist heroine thanks to Rian Johnson writing us a woman whose multiplicity comes with nuance.

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Sith Lord Anxiety and ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’

December 15, 2017December 28, 2017Dakster Sullivan2

Anxiety has taken a lot from Dakster, and this month it takes the most anticipated movie of the year.

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Think Outside of the Box With Geeky Gift Baskets for “Grown-Ups”

December 12, 2017December 28, 2017Lisa Tate1

Don’t become a basket case looking for the perfect fandom gifts. Think outside of the box, this Christmas and holiday season.

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On the Point of Singing ‘The Twelve Days of Christmas’

December 11, 2017December 28, 2017Amy Weir

If you’re not singing “The Twelve Days of Christmas” as more of a game than a passive performance, you’re doing it wrong.

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The Force Is Strong with Our ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ Giveaway!

December 11, 2017December 28, 2017Dakster Sullivan

In honor of ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi,’ we have a force-filled prize pack to give away to one lucky reader courtesy of IMAX and Funko.

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Pop-Up Hamper Leaf Collecting

December 10, 2017December 28, 2017Nivi Engineer1

My father, who suffers from dementia, has obsessed over his “leaf research.” As it turns out, Pop-Up Hamper Leaf Collecting has its merits.

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9 Things Parents Should Know About ‘The Grand Tour’ Season 2

December 9, 2017December 28, 2017Lisa Tate

Amazon Prime’s original series ‘The Grand Tour’ is back for a second season, but with a few notable changes for the better.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Grocery Store Gifting

December 5, 2017December 28, 2017Amy Weir1

You don’t have to go far to find gifts that won’t lie around unused or taking up space: give something both memorable and consumable by gift shopping at the grocery store!

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Jack Forman’s ‘Yodeling Yoda’ Is Filled With Galactic Glee

December 4, 2017Kelly Knox

Geek moms and dads will find lots to love on this solo debut, but it’s “Yodeling Yoda” that will endear this album to your heart.

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Save Net Neutrality: Be an Avenger

December 4, 2017December 28, 2017Karen Walsh

Save net neutrality and be an Avenger. Speech, business, and information are all at risk if we throttle data transmission.

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GeekMom Holiday Gift Guide 2017 #3: Toys

December 4, 2017Sophie Brown

The GeekMoms share their suggestions for the best toy gifts this holiday season, from construction to chemistry, puzzling to plush.

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‘Allegiance’

December 3, 2017December 28, 2017Nivi Engineer

As the musical ‘Allegiance’ looks ahead to a one-day theatrical release on the anniversary of Pearl Harbor, it’s hard to know whether to go.

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Have a Very ‘Die Hard’ Christmas This Holiday Season

December 2, 2017December 28, 2017Lisa Tate

Yes, Virginia, ‘Die Hard’ is a holiday movie! Why not get into the spirit with a new illustrated picture book and other gift ideas?

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Comic Book Corner: 9 Comics We Read in October & November 2017

December 1, 2017Sophie Brown

Sophie, Beth, and Mariana share their thoughts on the latest from the worlds of ‘Star Wars,’ ‘Hellboy,’ ‘Plants vs. Zombies,’ ‘X-Files,’ ‘The Librarians,’ and ‘James Bond.’

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Becoming Sherlock Holmes: Our First Escape Room Experience

November 26, 2017Lisa Tate

Solving an Escape Room mystery is a great way for parents to plan an afternoon’s or evening’s adventure with their teens that they will both enjoy.

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‘Justice League’ Review: I Am Batfleck

November 25, 2017Evil Genius Mum3

Be like Batfleck and take your friends to see ‘Justice League.’ Not because it is good but because you really shouldn’t see it alone. Let them entertain you.

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‘The Librarians’ Season 4: Christian Kane, John Kim, and Dean Devlin

November 24, 2017Karen Walsh4

With ‘The Librarians’ season 4 debut coming next month, get caught up with Dean Devlin, Christian Kane, and John Kim as they talk about the value of smarts.

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Best Black Friday Deals for Cosplayers and Crafters

November 22, 2017Ruth Suehle

Working on your weekend shopping plan of attack? We can help you get started!

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The Continuing Story of the Cat Who Tried to Adopt Us

November 20, 2017Amy Weir1

The neighborhood cat took a specific liking to us, and she started to feel like ours. But was she really, when she looked so well-cared for?

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6 ‘Lord of the Rings’ Shows I Want To See On Amazon

November 20, 2017Corrina Lawson10

The best idea for a LotR series? One where the creators can have room to play in Tolkien’s world.

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GeekMom Holiday Gift Guide 2017 #1: Tech

November 20, 2017Sophie Brown

The GeekMoms share their suggestions for tech-related gifts this holiday season.

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Why I Love Black Lightning: Comic Beginnings to Television Show

November 19, 2017Corrina Lawson

Black Lightning/Jefferson Pierce has been a favorite of mine since 1977, and it’s about time he received his due.

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STEM + Stand-Up Comedy = Peer Revue!

November 17, 2017Patricia Vollmer

Follow Patricia on her journey through the Peer Revue process, transforming from science geek to… stand-up comedy sensation?

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Remembrance Sunday

November 12, 2017Sophie Brown

On this Remembrance Sunday, we at GeekMom and GeekDad remember the sacrifice of those who gave their lives in conflict.

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PAX Aus 2017: So Here’s What Happened…

November 11, 2017Evil Genius Mum

You know about PAX Aus 2017. You know there were some sweet games displayed. And you know it was loads of fun. So here’s what happened…

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Of Family and Service

November 11, 2017Dani Weiss-Bronstein

Typically, when an American Jew thinks of World War II, their entire story is one of loss. But this story is about a different kind of loss, and something wonderful gained.

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It’s the Week After Halloween. Here Are the Best Halloween Clothing Sales.

November 6, 2017A.J. O'Connell

While most of humanity is reasonably irked about having to listen to “Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer” when they’re still eating their way through leftover Halloween candy, I am here to tell you why this is a good thing: Halloween stuff is on clearance this week.

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BlizzCon 2017: No One Does Cinematics Like Blizzard Entertainment

November 4, 2017Kelly Knox

Even if you’ve never played a game by Blizzard before—and especially if you have—these trailers will make you laugh, gasp, and maybe even cry.

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