Growing Up Geek - Geek Entertainment and Nostalgia Podcast

You say Goodbye...

As it has probably become clear, Rob and I have not recorded a new podcast in over a month. Despite a few e-mails and comments suggesting a monthly show, demand just isn't high enough to continue. BUT WAIT!

We'd like to introduce our new home on the internet: RoboBoost!

Yes, it is a blog, but it will allow us to share our geeky thoughts MUCH easier than the podcast did. We are particularly excited to share music with you guys (a topic we largely avoided on the show). 

When Rob was in college, we both kept running "playlist blogs" as a way to keep in touch on good music. The archives can be found here and here). The new site will feature our music picks as well as all the nerdy gaming, movie, comic, and tech stuff you guys have come to expect.

If you like what we've done, feel free to leave us comments or send us an email here .

We look forward to keeping in touch!

Brad

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The End?



Rob, Brad, Amber, and Mike ponder the final episode of LOST. Topics include Mass Effect: The Movie, Kevin Costner's oil spill solution, Rock Band 3's keytar, HP's Slate, Insomniac on Xbox, and changes ahead for Growing Up Geek.

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News: Google TV and More



Rob and Brad record a last minute "news-cast" mere hours after Google's big I/O event. Has Google finally surpassed Apple? Other topics include Foxconn's Hell factory, The Imaginarium of Dr Parnassus, and delicious, ripe Durian.

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Movies: Iron Man 2




Rob and Brad stare deep into the metal face of Iron Man 2. Did Scarlett Johansson totally ruin it? Topics include Gamefly annoyances, Zeno Clash on XBLA, J.J Abram's newest teaser, and favorite vehicles ever (both real and fantasy).

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Games: Super Street Fighter 4



Rob and Brad apply heavy doses of Turkish oil for Super Street Fighter 4. Wait, shouldn't this have been a download? Topics include Gamefly troubles, Tablet warfare, Batman 3, the Street Fighter short film, and things they loved that apparently sucked.

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Movies: Best of Netflix



Rob and Brad stream as many Netflix movies as they can, in search of that elusive "krill". Topics include HP officially buying Palm, The Wacom Bamboo, ArtRage, Mad Men, Party Down, Android Apps, and a funeral for the floppy.

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Movies: Cloudy With A Chance of Dragons



Brad and Amber take in a CG double feature. Should you pay extra for a 3D ticket or stay home and rent? Topics include KFC's Double Down, the leaked iPhone, Just Cause 2, and Bill Gates' vision of 2004.

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Comics: Free Digital Comics



Rob and Brad read dozens of comics without paying a dime! Plus, the long promised look back at the Tex Murphy series.

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News: Specula-tron!



Rob and Brad totally fail at seeing Clash of the Titans, but totally succeed at discussing post-release iPad reactions, the Harper's Island miniseries, Game Room, Walking Dead casting, Xbox slim, Rock Band 3, and the joys of The Phantom Menace, circa 1999.

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Games: Rob Goes to PAX East



Rob makes Brad increasingly jealous with his grand tales of PAX East. Plus, nostalgia with the guys from Idle Thumbs and Mega 64!

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Comics: All Star Superman



Rob and Brad nestle themselves in the spandexed bosom of All Star Superman. Is it the greatest comic of 2009? Topics include Cthulhu chants, Breaking Bad's season premiere, Discovery's LIFE, Captain America movie casting, Nintendo 3DS, and terrible memories of the late night Action Pack lineup!

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Tech: Playstation Move


Rob and Brad give Sony's ball controller a thorough examination. Is the prognosis good? Other topics include Final Fantasy 13, Netflix on Windows Phone, and Onlive. Plus, Rob's Predator fan script comes to life!

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Movies: Oscars and Best Movies of 2009


Rob and Brad roll out the red carpet for their own movie awards show. Do they agree with the Academy? Topics include Portal 2, Steam for Mac, Tron Legacy, and Final Fantasies.

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Movies: Gentlemen Broncos Review


Rob and Brad mount a battle stag and explore the world of Gentlemen Broncos. Is it the next Napoleon Dynamite? Topics include post Mass Effect 2 reflections, Infinity Ward firings, the cancelled King's Quest fan sequel, and the Man of Steel.

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Games: Most Anticipated of 2010



Rob and Brad share the best games they've never played! Topics include near-final thoughts on Mass Effect 2, a musical ode to 2010,and Nickelodeon madness.

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Games: Bioshock 2

Rob and Brad discuss further adventures in Rapture. Should this game even exist? Topics include the Windows Phone, more Mass Effect 2, Starcraft, the Olympics, and lessons in love.

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TV: Superbowl Trailers 2010


Rob and Brad illuminate their favorite part of "the big game": new trailers! Topics include Mass Effect 2, Oscar Nominees, Sonic 4, The Last Airbender, Dante's Inferno, and paper iPads.

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TV: Lost Season 6 Premiere


Amber and Brad spoil the crap out of the Lost premiere.

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Tech: Apple iPad


Rob and Brad offer their official thoughts on Apple's official announcement. Topics include digital John Lennon, Foursquare, Battlestar, Conan, and the infamous Batman video!

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Movies: Moon DVD Review


Rob and Brad finally see the sci-fi film everyone's been talking about. Topics include Netflix on Wii, Warner Brothers Netflix delay, the IMP Awards, Geek Squad, urban legends, and cake pie!

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