Disney bought Marvel nearly three years ago, but it’s taken until this year to see synergy really grow out of the purchase. So far this year, we’ve seen the Marvel Universe programming block on Disney XD, and we’ve seen Disney …
Continue ReadingIt’s not true that Kristen Schaal’s voice is the only reason to watch Disney Channel’s new cartoon show Gravity Falls, but it would be reason enough even if it were. I’ve only seen one episode of the funny, likable show, …
Continue ReadingBy now you’ve probably heard that we’re taking over Father’s Day, transforming it into National GeekDad Day. On top of all the other things already going on for the day, we thought it would be fun to talk to some …
Continue ReadingBy now you’ve probably heard that we’re taking over Father’s Day, transforming it into National GeekDad Day. On top of all the other things already going on for the day, we thought it would be fun to talk to some …
Continue ReadingYou have to give the makers of Phineas and Ferb credit for not falling into a rut. Too often kids’ shows — and, let’s face it, adult shows — stop being creative once they achieve wide popularity, figuring that sticking …
Continue ReadingSo, what are your plans to celebrate Platypus Day? It’s happening today, so I hope you’ve been practicing your Platypus Walk. What am I talking about? Well, last year Disney inaugurated Platypus Day, and would seem to have decided it …
Continue ReadingSo, what are your plans to celebrate Platypus Day? It’s only a week away, so you should really start practicing your Platypus Walk soon. What am I talking about? Well, last year Disney inaugurated Platypus Day, and would seem to …
Continue ReadingPhineas and Ferb have done a lot of crazy things. They’ve built a portal to Mars, constructed giant fighting treehouse robots, helped out a cute alien voiced by Lorenzo Lamas, and founded a gourmet platypus-themed restaurant in their back yard …
Continue ReadingA friend of mine recently published her professional website after months of preparation. One of her premier posts shared 30 things she would like to do this year in honor of turning 30. It’s not a milestone birthday year for me, but the idea made sense. In an effort to set reasonable goals instead of unattainable […]
Continue ReadingA friend of mine recently published her professional website after months of preparation. One of her premier posts shared 30 things she would like to do this year in honor of turning 30. It’s not a milestone birthday year for me, …
Continue ReadingTune in tonight to the Disney Channel at 7:00pm ET/PT for the Phineas and Ferb Christmas specials both old and new. The first 45 minutes of the 7:00 hour will see the first Christmas special, Phineas and Ferb: Christmas Vacation …
Continue ReadingWe’ve got a special treat for all the fans of Phineas and Ferb out there. I hope that includes most of our readers, because all sensible geeks — and particularly those with children — need to watch it. It’s far …
Continue ReadingThe web series Take Two with Phineas and Ferb has had some really good episodes that have managed to pack a lot of funny moments into mere two-minute videos. This latest one, premiering here on GeekDad, with Jason Segel — …
Continue ReadingWatching a new episode of Phineas and Ferb is, of course, always a great time. But when they do a Halloween-themed episode, it’s even better, and the new one tonight is even more fun than the ones from previous years. Not …
Continue ReadingResults of a new study suggest small children suffer negative short-term cognitive effects after watching the popular show.
Continue ReadingIt’s true: Phineas and Ferb has become an indisputable, rip-roaring success. After the ratings the TV movie Phineas and Ferb: Across the 2nd Dimension received, it comes as no surprise that Disney has rewarded the show’s creators Dan Povenmire and …
Continue ReadingSo it turns out we aren’t the only ones who thought the Phineas and Ferb TV movie was great. It didn’t just do well: it actually set records. Yes, the numbers are in, and Phineas and Ferb: Across the 2nd …
Continue ReadingIt’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of Phineas and Ferb. The TV show is, for my money, one of the better TV shows of any kind on today, and far and away the best family-friendly cartoon — and …
Continue ReadingYou have to hand it to the folks at Disney: they know how to put on a fun event even when they’re showing something that premiered a week ago. Tomorrow at 10:00am ET/PT, Phineas and Ferb: Across the 2nd Dimension …
Continue ReadingHey Ferb, I know what we are going to do today… Watch a movie starring us! I am lucky enough to be a Verizon customer and have had access to Phineas and Ferb: Across the 2nd Dimension before it premieres on the Disney Channel and ABC Family Channel tonight at 8/7c PM. It […]
Continue ReadingIt can sometimes be hard to get excited about a movie based on a TV show, especially when that movie is really part of the show’s continuity — too often they turn out to be less movies and more extra-long …
Continue ReadingAll I can say is: Wow. I don’t have all the past data in front of me, but I’m reasonably certain that the giveaway of a very cool electric guitar decorated with cartoons from Phineas and Ferb and a cartoon …
Continue ReadingOne week ago today, I had the pleasure and honor of serving as moderator for the official Phineas and Ferb panel at San Diego Comic-Con. I’ve been a huge fan of the show for over three years now, and being …
Continue ReadingThe 22-track soundtrack album Phineas and Ferb: Across the 1st and 2nd Dimensions is set to debut next Tuesday, just three days before the new TV movie from the show has its premiere on the Disney Channel. In celebration of …
Continue ReadingFrom left, Jeff "Swampy" Marsh, Dan Povenmire, Alyson Stoner, Bobby Gaylor, Jack McBrayer, Maulik Pancholy So it begins. San Diego Comic-Con 2011 preview night is tonight, and the con programming starts tomorrow morning. Comic-Con (SDCC) will have countless celebrities, extravagant exhibition hall displays, standing-room-only panels, and merchandise for sale beginning or exclusively at the con. […]
Continue ReadingFans of Disney’s Phineas and Ferb in New York City’s Times Square Monday morning were treated to a brilliantly fun kickoff to the cross-country tour of Perry the Platy-bus. The event included singing, dancing, free t-shirts, and other fun activities. …
Continue ReadingYou may recall a while ago we announced on GeekDad that I’ve been asked by the folks at Disney to moderate the Phineas and Ferb panel at San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) later this month. If you’re going to SDCC, be …
Continue ReadingYou may recall a while ago we announced on GeekDad that I’ve been asked by the folks at Disney to moderate the Phineas and Ferb panel at San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) later this month. If you’re going to SDCC, be …
Continue ReadingIf you read my article last week on the upcoming TV movie Phineas and Ferb: Across the 2nd Dimension, you know it looks very promising. I’ve got more good news for fans of the show: Leading up to the movie’s premiere …
Continue ReadingIt’s no secret that all of us here at GeekDad are huge fans of Phineas and Ferb. It’s easily the most intelligent cartoon show aimed at kids on TV now, and one of the top few of all time, managing …
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