I’m currently teaching English in Brazil and I’m learning Portuguese. Since I’m both learning a language and teaching one, I find myself thinking a lot about how we learn languages. Many of us may know someone who is a polyglot — someone who can speak a number of languages fluently. I always wondered: what’s their…
Since Halloween has passed, it’s about that time to prepare for Christmas. Too soon? Not in movie land. We have a few seasonal options among the November movies. But there is also a handful of highly anticipated blockbusters to choose from. A month that goes from Whoville to Hogwarts to Sherwood Forest sounds like a…
Broadway shows and comic conventions aren’t always a natural fit. Well that’s Broadway shows that don’t have “Harry Potter” in the title. One of the very first panels at New York Comic Con 2018 was a discussion with the cast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Once the packed house crowd solemnly swore that…
If you’re a Harry Potter fan who’s been patiently waiting for your letter admitting you into Hogwart’s, you might get a kick out of Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery. (I know I did when I got mine in the picture above). Like any mobile game, this one has its pros and cons, and maybe this quick…
There is definitely no single recipe for decking out a Christmas tree, and that’s what makes them so great. Geeks of many different variations have taken advantage of this fact and have come up with some really creative stuff. Check out this list of the nerdiest trees around that will have you amazed, inspired, and…
Whether you’re shopping for the nerd in your life or for you own nerdy self, here are some gift ideas to keep in mind when you’re out doing your last minute shopping this weekend. Star Wars AT-AT High Ball Glass For under $5, this glass from Think Geek is a steal. The website describes it…
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them seems to be doing the job of giving Harry Potter fans a chance to relive their favorite magical world all over again. Of course, this shouldn’t come as a shock considering the number of people involved that also had important roles in the making of the Harry Potter…
It feels like forever since we’ve had a Marvel movie come out and give us a guaranteed bit of comic book fun at the movie theater. Actually, it’s only been a few months. But Doctor Strange sure doesn’t look like a typical superhero slugfest. Among the list of November movies is also the ambitious Harry…
Someone in Hollywood has finally said it. Daniel Radcliffe was quoted by BBC’s Victoria Derbyshire saying Hollywood was lagging behind industries in encouraging diversity. Radcliffe also commented on how LGBT actors were constantly typecast and that fear causes them to not come out. We have to wonder if Radcliffe’s latest role in Imperium as undercover…
It’s no secret that Harry Potter is one of the most beloved book series of all time, but I have often wondered what made it so loved and long-lasting. If you ask a hundred people on the street, I’m sure you’ll get a variety of answers: “Great, multi-dimensional characters that I can relate to,” “Great…
Harry Potter’s Tom Felton (a.k.a. Draco Malfoy) broke the internet recently when it was released that he’d be a huge part of The CW’s The Flash next season. According to an article on USA Today, the news about the actor joining the cast of the superhero action comedy series was confirmed via Tweet by The…
Want to impress your house guests? Or do you just want to feel like you’re in one of your favorite movies or TV shows? Try a recipe or 2 from these top 3 recipes inspired by your favorite geeky TV shows and movies. Elven Lemmas Bread Recipe from ‘Lord of the Rings’ If you’re headed…
Do you know what time it is? It’s time for sunnier days, warmer nights, and the best memories. To keep it short and simple, it’s summer time. With more fun-filled activities during the summer time, it’s time to be prepared for certain events. Events like beach day and pool day call for bathing suits that…
What makes college so great is how often you’ll find random, geeky courses to take. Many students pay so much in tuition that it makes sense that our fellow geeks get a say in what kind of courses should be taken in class. It makes taking the tough classes not seem so bad when they’re…
Whether you’re in the Forgotten Realms, a wizard boarding school, a labyrinth, or on the high seas, it’s always important to be prepared for your… Quest! This month’s LC issue was chock full of tips on getting yourself out of a quest (although who is LC kidding? Everyone loves quests!) and fun news about the…