Here’s an analogy that will only make sense to our British readers:- the eleventh season of Doctor Who was like Marmite. You either loved it, or you hated it. If you were one of the people who loved it, you probably enjoyed the show’s focus on smaller issues, the absence of complicated over-arcing plot lines…
Doctor Who Season 11, Episode 6: “Demons of the Punjab” One of the things that makes the idea of time travel so appealing is our innate desire to learn about our ancestors. I’ve been told that I have a lot in common with my paternal grandfather, but he passed away when I was pretty young,…
Doctor Who Season 11, Episode 4: “Arachnids in the UK” The word “home” can evoke many different images and feelings. For some of us, home is a happy and safe place that’s shared with those we love. For others, home may not be very pleasant. And then there are those poor souls who don’t even…
Doctor Who Season 11, Episode 2: “The Ghost Monument” The Doctor always (well, almost always) tries to do the right thing. She has a good heart (actually, she has two of them), and she genuinely cares about people and other various life forms she comes in contact with. But can she really be trusted? That’s…
Doctor Who Season 11, Episode 1: “The Woman Who Fell to Earth” The Doctor is back! And her return couldn’t have come at a better time. I’m sure that when Jodie Whittaker was chosen to fly the TARDIS as the Thirteenth Doctor, and when the premiere date was chosen for the current season, new showrunner…
This is the part where we round up all the geek entertainment news you might have missed this past week because we get it – you’re busy. Next Generation cast reunited in a really cute picture that made the internet go Awwwww. –TV Web An interview with Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, who plays Jaime Lannister, about his…
DOCTOR WHO CHRISTMAS SWEATER It’s that time of year again! You are going to need something to wear to that holiday party and we’ve got you covered. This truly beautiful Doctor Who Christmas Sweater from Fun.com (they also sell other hilarious ugly Christmas sweaters, so make sure to check them out) is up for grabs this week…
Time, time, and time (giggle) again, Geek Insider has revealed the awesome loot that each month’s Loot Crate brings. And that time (snicker) has come around again… And what is this month’s theme? Time! Huzzah! Starting off with the monthly Loot Crate magazine, we have a pull out of the license plate for the Delorean…
You’re probably reading this article because you have a family member, a girlfriend, or even a best friend who loves cool gadgets, especially if it’s a geeky type of gadget. Well you have come to the right place because I will be listing off a few creative gift ideas or even everyday gadgets that any…
Any geek can tell you how overwhelming your first cosplay experience can be, especially when you arrive at a convention and are surrounded by people in outfits they’ve worked hours on or, for those who have the money, had theirs commissioned by incredible artists. You’ll see cosplayers who have been doing this for years, some…
There are some women who stand out as the most powerful characters in nerd culture. Today, I want to talk about who I feel are the top 15 strongest women in geek culture. 12 through 15: The Sailor Scouts, Sailor Moon The Sailor Scouts definitely need to be included in our countdown. The Sailor Scouts…
It’s a sinking feeling in the pit of your gut when you see the notification that one of your favorite shows on Netflix will soon disappear forever, especially if you haven’t finished the series. Your mind goes into a state of red alert. Text messages are sent to loved ones notifying them you’ll be unavailable for…
You locked your keys in your car. You have a mountain of dishes to clean. You’re stuck in awful traffic. Your coffee table broke and all of your drinks spilled and now your dog is tracking them all over the house. With all of life’s everyday frustrations, there are times where you really want some…
Steampunk is not collecting dust these days. The Guardian reported that last weekend, the English town of Lincoln had a steampunk festival, where followers of the fashion genre showed off their clothes and accessories, including headdresses and old-fashioned goggles. In case you missed it and want to see steampunk in person, you have a lot…
With series 8 of Doctor Who having aired recently (and so far, it’s off to a decent start), I decided it was high time to take a look at this classic show – well, renewed, really – and see what makes it arguably the saddest show on television. And I don’t mean saddest as in…