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GeekDad/GeekMom Holiday Gift Guide – Gadgets

December 1, 2023December 1, 2023Dakster Sullivan

What geek doesn’t love a new gadget? Here is a collection of GeekDad and GeekMom writers’ favorite gadgets and related accessories.

My Sensi Lite Smart Thermostat Installation: Flawless Victory!

December 1, 2023November 30, 2023Ken Denmead

Do you want to upgrade to a smart thermostat in your home? GeekDad Ken goes one-on-one with the Sensi Lite and comes out impressed.

It’s A Glowforge Christmas: My Top 10 Favorite Handmade Gifts

December 1, 2023November 30, 2023Dakster Sullivan

Money is tight this year, which is why I’m happy to have my Glowforge Aura to help me make personalized gifts for family and friends with very little cost involved.

Playmobil Playland: Double Advent Calendar Countdown to Christmas!

December 1, 2023November 30, 2023Will James0

Every year we get our kids advent calendars because they love getting a small gift every day of December leading up to Christmas. This year we received two new Playmobil advent calendars to continue our tradition—Princess Magic Advent Calendar and Playmobil Advent Calendar – Christmas Sleigh Ride.

GeekMom: 10 Random and Geeky Facts about Fictional Christmas Trees

November 30, 2023GeekMom

This December, I will share some fun DIYS centered around a common site during the month of December…Christmas trees. These trees are not only a common site in the real world, but many fictional Christmas trees are almost have personalities of their own. In anticipation of December crafting and the flood of holiday movies coming […]

Kickstarter Alert: EKSA S30 Open-Ear Air Conduction True Wireless Headset

November 30, 2023November 29, 2023Michael Knight0

The new EKSA S30 open-ear air conduction true wireless headset consists of two earpieces that fit over the top of each ear and are positioned over the ear canal rather than inside. They provide quality sound for music as well as voice clarity for phone calls and virtual meetings.

GeekMom: GeekMom Interview With Felicia Day

November 29, 2023GeekMom

I recently wrote about Felicia Day’s new audiobook Third Eye, an Audible original that released in October. Lucky for me, I also got the chance to interview her via Zoom for GeekMom and discussed Third Eye, being a creator, and the things she and her daughter are enjoying. Here’s some of the fun highlights from […]

‘The Lost Cause’ by Cory Doctorow: A Book Review

November 29, 2023November 30, 2023Robin Brooks

‘The Lost Cause’ is Cory Doctorow’s latest technothriller that pits young free thinkers against an older generation set in its ways.

Kickistarter Tabletop Alert: ‘Boundless Stride: Into the Denlands’

November 28, 2023November 27, 2023Jonathan H. Liu

The forest is in danger, not only with wildfires and landslides, but also howler grems intent on destruction. As new Scouts, you are charged with a mission to drive off the grems and protect your homes!

Dungeons and Dragons Gifts for Every Kind of Geek

November 28, 2023November 27, 2023Rory Bristol

As Dungeons and Dragons moves into the next phase of its development, and as we move into the holiday season, it’s time to look at the best gifts for every kind of geek.

Review – The Flash #3: Beyond the Speed Force

November 28, 2023November 26, 2023Ray Goldfield

Wally West delves deeper into the mysteries of the Speed Force—with an assist from Max Mercury and Impulse.

Review – Amazons Attack #2: Escape Bunny

November 28, 2023November 26, 2023Ray Goldfield

The Amazons are on the run, an old enemy makes her return—and how does Hoppy fit into it all?

Review – The Penguin #4: The Ex

November 28, 2023November 26, 2023Ray Goldfield

Who is the woman who can intimidate Oswald Cobblepot? We’re about to meet her.

Review – Green Arrow #6: Journey’s End?

November 28, 2023November 26, 2023Ray Goldfield

Ollie discovers the source of his troubles in time—but an even bigger enemy is lurking.

Review – Alan Scott: The Green Lantern #2 – Asylum

November 28, 2023November 26, 2023Ray Goldfield

Alan Scott has been told he’s sick—and the cure is far worse than the “disease” in this heartbreaking issue.

Review – Batman ’89: Echoes #1 – The Bad Doctors

November 28, 2023November 26, 2023Ray Goldfield

Return to the world of Sam Hamm and Joe Quinones’ Batman—and enter the gates of Arkham for the first time.

Review – Superman: Action Comics #1059 – Enemies From Beyond

November 28, 2023November 26, 2023Ray Goldfield

What is the secret of Norah Stone and Blue Earth? Plus, Dan Parent makes his DC debut.

Review – Titans: Beast World #1 – War of the Stars

November 28, 2023November 26, 2023Ray Goldfield

The Church of Eternity unleashes an ancient horror, and Beast Boy pushes himself beyond his limits in this event kickoff.

Review – Batman: Detective Comics #1078 – The Hanging of the Batman

November 28, 2023November 26, 2023Ray Goldfield

The countdown to Batman’s execution is ticking down, and Catwoman and the Orghams are headed for a face-off.

Review – Batman: The Brave and the Bold #7 – Enter Wild Dog and Aquaman

November 28, 2023November 26, 2023Ray Goldfield

Three new stories featuring Wild Dog, Aquaman, and The Demon join Guillem March’s “Batman: Pygmalion” in this oversized anthology.

DC This Week Roundup – Superheroes Across Space and Time

November 28, 2023November 26, 2023Ray Goldfield

Steelworks #6, City Boy #6, Cyborg #5, Harley Quinn #34, Power Girl #3, Batman Beyond: Neo-Gothic #5, and Static: Shadows of Dakota #7 push their heroes to the limit.

GeekMom: Holiday Entertainment Gift Guide 2023: Movies, Music, and More

November 27, 2023GeekMom

It’s the holiday shopping season, and finding the perfect gift for your loved ones can be a nightmare—especially for those who are into the latest music, movies, and related accessories. That’s where our 2023 Holiday Gift Guide comes in handy. Handpicked by our team, we bring you an exclusive selection of this year’s must-have items. […]

Stack Overflow: November Titles Encouraging Diversity

November 27, 2023November 26, 2023Mariana Ruiz

New November releases, mostly for middle grade.

Apple Watch Band Organization With TimePorter

November 26, 2023November 25, 2023Skip Owens

TimePorter is a product that organizes my Apple Watch band collection… eliminating the need to search for the band I want to wear.

GeekDad/GeekMom Holiday Gift Guide – Games

November 25, 2023Sarah Pinault

In case you hadn’t noticed, we love a good game around here. Card games, board games, dice games, video games, we are equal-opportunity gamers here. We love them all, whether they fit in our stockings or barely fit in the trunk of our cars. Here’s a selection of some of our current favorite games to share with your friends and family this holiday season.

Get Making With the Glowforge Aura

November 25, 2023November 24, 2023Dakster Sullivan

I’ve had a blast with my Glowforge Aura this past month. It’s been a fun journey learning how to set it up, cutting my first project, figuring out the nuances of the Glowforge web app, and learning how to design my own projects in Canva.

‘Superpowered Animals’ — A Book Review

November 25, 2023November 24, 2023Robin Brooks

‘Superpowered Animals’ is an informative and beautiful book that highlights the extraordinary abilities found in the animal kingdom.

Crowdfunding Tabletop Roundup

November 24, 2023November 23, 2023Jonathan H. Liu

Run a fast food chain, public transit, or an underground fungal network in these tabletop games!

Review: iPhone EDC Pocket Organizer From Waterfield

November 24, 2023November 27, 2023Skip Owens

Modern life with an iPhone has consolidated many carry items into the iPhone itself, but most of us still need to carry car keys, a driver’s license, and some headphones in addition to the phone. That is where the iPhone EDC Pocket Organizer comes in.

GeekMom: 2023 Holiday Gift Guide: Books That Make Great Gifts

November 23, 2023GeekMom

It’s that time of year again. Shoppers race around on the quest for the perfect gift as the festive lights start twinkling and the holiday season approaches. While there are a ton of choices, books make great gifts. The choices are endless and often overwhelming for those with friends who are book club members, aspiring […]