Gifts for Nerds
Tonight on GeekNights, we consider the precarious problem of purchasing or otherwise acquiring gifts for those of the geek or nerd persuasion. But first, there's some (overtime) hockey afoot, Taskrabbit is actually a useful way to get other people to do things for you, and people with shitty friends are angry that someone might pay said shitty friends to promote terrible products to them.
Also, don't forget we'll be appearing at Zenkaikon 2012 next weekend, nevermind the upcoming Connecticon and PAX Prime (and Otakon, unless they still hate us).
- Rym's Thing - Darth Schwarzenegger
- Scott's Thing - Learn from This: Scott Pilgrim
- Dave and Joel's Thing - Fast Karate for the GeekNights
Rym in India: Part One
Tonight on GeekNights, Rym shares the scantest beginnings of his experiences traveling in Mumbai and Hyderabad, India. In the lounge, we consider the unique advantages of satire in the Daily show, as well as an interesting story highlighting how, if you're rich and clever enough, you can indeed break the bank.
Also, ConnectiCon 2012 Panel/Workshop submissions are open! PAX, like Winter, is coming. Don't forget our Youtube Channel!
- Rym's Thing - Circus Atari VHS Strategy Guide
- Scott's Thing - Wrecking Crew Orchestra
- Scott's Thing - Turbografx-16 Promo VHS Video
MAGFest X
Tonight on GeekNights, we bring you our coverage of MAGFest X! Of course, as much as has changed, much has stayed the same, so be sure to check out our coverage of MAGFest 9 too. But first, in the news, CES brings us an interesting device - the Boxee Box Live TV dongle - that doesn't appear to have a market, and the coming battles over "smart TVs" will go predictably nowhere. Also, Kim Jong-il is set to be Lenined.
- Scott's Thing - Ancient Greek Punishment!
- Rym's Thing - HIM is trannylicious
How We Do the Show with Rym
Tonight on GeekNights, it's just Rym talking about how we do the show, which currently involves a Shure Beta 58A, a Shure Beta 87A, 2xShure SM57s, a XENYX 1832, a Samson Scom Stereo Compressor/Expander, 2 Behringer U-Control USB soundcards, a Presonus Firestudio Mobile, a Marantz pmd660, and Adobe Audition 3.0. Mostly, this is a test of how well Rym can talk for twenty minutes nonstop.
Emily and Rym in Japan
Tonight on GeekNights, Emily and Rym talk about their recent trip to Japan. But first, we consider Torchlight 2 (delayed), Occupy Wall Street doing what they do, and some gaming.
- Rym's Thing - Data Moshing
- Scott's Thing - Magic Cards with Googly Eyes
Making Sushi Special
Tonight on GeekNights, in a short special (since Rym is preparing to leave for Japan for a couple of weeks), we talk about our adventure making sushi for the first time. We also talk at length about the TSA's expanding reach, the inability of political discussion to go anywhere (in Scott's opinion), and a proposal to let wealthy land-owners bypass our immigration queues.
- Rym's Thing - Bike Thief
- Scott's Thing - NBA Lockout Fundraiser
Shoes and Handbags
Tonight on GeekNights, we consider the issues and debates surrounding proper footwear and matching bags. But first, they terk our JERBS (that we refuse to do in the first place), and funny looking shoes are about as effective as goggles.
- Rym's Thing - Epic Cupcake Time
- Rym's Thing - Epic Cupcake Time Animatic
- Scott's Thing - Keep Calm and Carry On
