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GeekGirlCon 2015 Recap

October 19, 2015December 16, 2017Will James

GeekGirlCon just held their fifth annual convention here in Seattle, WA. GeekGirlCon is all about celebrating women and their contributions across the sciences, technology, arts, and gaming.

Classical Geeky

October 3, 2015December 16, 2017Rebecca Angel2

Classical music with a geeky twist: ‘Games of Thrones’ opera-style, Symphonies with Harry, and the Video Game Orchestra!

Gameroom Junkies #55: Everything is Awesome!

September 23, 2015December 16, 2017Preston Burt

Whether you’re a fan of classic arcades, Nintendo’s ‘Mario Maker’, or ‘Game of Thrones’ pinball, there’s plenty to be excited about this month on the Gameroom Junkies podcast.

Pinball Is Coming – Stern Announces ‘Game of Thrones’ Pinball

September 9, 2015December 16, 2017Preston Burt

Winter is coming, but so is the new ‘Game of Thrones’ pinball machine from Stern Pinball, Inc. Check out some of the features of this hotly-anticipated game.

STEM Toys and ‘Game of Thrones’ S1-S2 on Deep Discount Today!

September 7, 2015December 16, 2017Ken Denmead

Today, on this lovely Monday off (at least here in the US), Amazon has us geeky parents taken care of in two ways.

You Geek Your Way, I’ll Geek Mine

June 23, 2015December 16, 2017Mordechai Luchins

You’re a geek, so you must be the same as every other geek and like all the same things. Right? We all get central orders from the geek hive mind. Um, no.

Commuter Gamer: Get Your Fallout Fix With ‘Fallout Shelter’ on iOS

June 15, 2015December 16, 2017Will James7

If you’re anything like me, you’ve been dying for the next ‘Fallout’ game and all of Bethesda’s E3 ‘Fallout 4’ news has done less to quench your thirst then to increase your appetite for more. Thankfully, ‘Fallout Shelter’, an iOS game, was released last night to help with your craving.

Hey You Geeks #44: A Game Of Controversy

June 14, 2015December 16, 2017Tony Nunes

This week on Hey You Geeks, we’re prepping for the ‘Game Of Thrones’ season finale by dissecting some of the controversies of this past season, and analyzing the unprecedented idea of a TV series lapping the ongoing book series that it is based upon. We’re also discussing Jon Bernthal’s casting as the Punisher, Christopher Lee’s legacy and more.

Denver Comic Con: Family Cosplay at its Finest

May 26, 2015December 16, 2017Patricia Vollmer

Patricia introduces us to the most family-friendly large geeky convention there is: Denver Comic Con!

Rape as a Plot Device: The Difference Between ‘Spartacus’ and ‘Game of Thrones’

May 21, 2015December 16, 2017Corrina Lawson17

Yes, rape can be used effectively in a story. But not in Game of Thrones.

Epic Comic Books to Share With Your Kids

May 1, 2015December 16, 2017Mariana Ruiz

Thanks to ‘Game of Thrones,’ suddenly epic battles are fashionable again. Here are some titles you may find interesting to share with your kids.

GeekDad Giveaway: Game of Thrones Winner

April 20, 2015December 16, 2017Tony Sims

The Winner is here!

Congratulations to the winner of our Game of Thrones t-shirt giveaway!

GeekDad Giveaway: ‘Game of Thrones’ T-Shirts

April 12, 2015December 16, 2017Tony Sims1

Winter is here! At least for ‘Game of Thrones’ fans it is. Tonight is the season premiere, and to celebrate we are going to give away some awesome ‘GoT’ t-shirts courtesy of our friends at TVStoreOnline.com!

MC Lars Brings You “Dragon Blood”

April 7, 2015December 16, 2017Z

MC Lars, the world’s preeminent post-punk laptop rapper, is back with a brand new video from his upcoming ‘Zombie Dinosaur LP.’

HBO Finally Unveils Its Standalone Streaming Service: HBO NOW

March 11, 2015December 16, 2017Tony Nunes4

This week, HBO unveiled HBO NOW, its standalone subscription service for the non-cable subscribers out there. In a temporary partnership with Apple, set to launch alongside April’s new season of ‘Game of Thrones,’ HBO has taken the first shot in a battle that may finally erode the cable complex as we know it.

It’s Time for Free-Range Parenting to Enter the Digital Realm

February 23, 2015December 16, 2017Joshua Gans2

“What’s this?” my newly 16-year-old daughter asked.

“It’s a username and password: one for Netflix, the other for TMNGO [the Canadian equivalent of HBOGO].”

“Why are you giving this to me?”

“You’re sixteen now. You now have free access to the internet.”

EMP Museum: Geekiest Place on Earth?

December 11, 2014December 16, 2017Corrina Lawson1

The EMP museum may be the geekiest pop culture museum you’ll ever visit.

Daleks on Sesame Street? ENUMERATE!

August 2, 2014December 16, 2017Kelly Knox2

Did you ever think you’d see the TARDIS materialize on Sesame Street?

Connecticon Cosplay!

July 14, 2014December 16, 2017Corrina Lawson

A glimpse of the wonderful cosplays at ConnectiCon last weekend.

George R. R. Martin Talks About Wild Cards

June 3, 2014December 16, 2017Ruth Suehle

Fans who know George R. R. Martin only as the author behind the books that became Game of Thrones may be interested in seeing his much older and continuing superhero-based work, Wild Cards.

Your Favorite TV Shows: Canceled or Renewed?

May 13, 2014December 16, 2017Ruth Suehle

Which of your favorite shows are coming back for another season and which have gotten the ax? We’ve got the roundup.

The GeekDad Mother's Day Gift Guide

May 2, 2014Tom Fassbender1

Presenting the GeekDad Mother’s Day Gift Guide, featuring a selection of items for those very special and geeky ladies in our lives.

GeekMom Game of Thrones Recap is Back!

April 22, 2014December 16, 2017Natania Barron

It took a bit, but the GeekMom Game of Thrones Recap is back. This week we talk about Episode 3, “Breaker of Chains” — and it’s a doozy. Don’t forget to tune in right after the show, 10PM EST for our future episodes!

Game of Thrones Bow Ties

April 13, 2014December 16, 2017Tom Fassbender2

In the game of ties, you wear or you die — so choose these Game of Thrones Bow Ties to make the right impression.

5 Geeky Paper-and-String Easter Egg Ideas

April 11, 2014December 16, 2017Lisa Tate3

Geek up your eggs with these simple decoupage and string art ideas.

Game of Thrones Theme – the Lounge Version

April 10, 2014Ken Denmead1

Alternative genre covers are always fun, but it’s especially cool when they’re REALLY FREAKING GOOD.

How to Make Game of Thrones Weirwood Tree Cauliflower Steaks

March 31, 2014December 16, 2017Cindy11

The culinary gods approve of this delicious and easy dish inspired by the sacred trees of Westeros.

Em-Con Recap

March 22, 2014December 16, 2017Sophie Brown

Em-Con was the first event of its kind in the region. I enjoyed myself immensely, however for many attendees, it was a long, long wait.

Ben From Parks And Recreation Loses It When He Gets An Iron Throne

March 6, 2014December 16, 2017Nicole Wakelin

There are things for every fandom that so perfectly capture that fandom, that they can make a fan go a little nuts. The Iron Throne is one of those things.