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Episode 58 is up

Michael Gaines — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 14:21:11 +0000

We have a new sponsor! Please welcome Benthic Petrolium.

Robot Chicken says there’s not enough Trek content? Khaaaaaaaaaan!

Our thoughts on the end of Harry Potter.

This episode’s Geekiversary covers the 20th anniversary of Terminator 2, and the 10th anniversary of Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within.

Episode 57: Lowatus of Borg

Michael Gaines — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 15:58:24 +0000

Geekistry returns from a four month hiatus with new co-host Bryce Erwin from Taverncast. For new listeners we define what the show is about so that people aren’t mistaking us for a knitting podcast.
We have a new segment called Geekiversary which we take a special release from the past and discuss what it meant to us over time. This show’s Geekiversary is Aliens, released in July of 1986.
Another new segment is called The Ring where two classic topics clash. For our first battle we do the classic Star Trek vs. Star Wars. Who will win?
We tackle one of the biggest geek parent issues of our time: do you show your kids IV-VI first, or I-VI all the way through?

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Geekistry Giveaway

Geekistry — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 02:53:56 +0000

The holiday season is in full-swing and Michael and I have planned a little Geekistry Giveaway for you. The inspiration for this giveaway comes from Blizzard’s commitment to donate 50% of all sales of each Moonkin Hatchling from now until December 31st to the Make a Wish Foundation (that’s $5 from each $10 pet!) The newly released non-combat pet has two variations, one for each faction and once activated, the code applies to all present and future characters on a single World of Warcraft license. Geekistry is giving away two pets to two lucky fans!

And, don’t worry… if you don’t play WoW or you’d like to choose an alternate gift we’ll donate $5 to your favorite charity and send you $5 to spend on Amazon.com. So, want to know how to win?

To enter, leave a comment below answering the following question:

“What keeps you playing your favorite MMORPG?”

For example, I collect achievements, non-combat pets, and (currently) faction rep – but, maybe you keep playing for the rush of raid adrenaline or because your friends are in-game. Do you stick with your game to see how many PvP kills you can get or how many feats of strength you can pull-off? Does the loot tempt you to keep logging in?

Whatever the reason, tell us why you keep playing and you’ll be entered! Want one extra entry? Simply make a public blog post or send a Tweet answering the question and include the link “http://bit.ly/winloot” and the hashtag #winloot or #geekistry and your name will go into the hat twice.

We’ll announce the first winner (chosen at random) on December 6th and the second on December 13th – just in time for some holiday fun with your new puppy Moonkin Hatchling.* Be sure you leave a current/valid email address so we can let you know if you’ve won.

Thanks for geeking out with us and happy holidays, everyone!

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*All entries added by 11:59pm EST on December 5th are eligible to win the first round. Entries from midnight December 6th through 11:59pm December 12th and first-round non-winning entries will be included in the second drawing. First-round winner not eligible for the second drawing. Only one comment entry per person (more than one comment by the same author is encouraged for the sake of the discussion, but only one will count as a giveaway entry) and one additional entry for a public blog post or Tweet that includes the URL and hashtag above. Please direct comments and questions about the giveaway here.

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Please Vote: Send us to SXSWi 2011!

Geekistry — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 22:30:04 +0000

Geekistry is what geeks do and South by Southwest Interactive is a conference where geeks go to meet, mingle, and learn from other geeks. We want you to help send us to SXSWi 2011 – not as attendees, but as presenters. Here’s more about our presentation and how to vote for us.

We’ve both attended the last two SXSWi conferences, most notably launching Geekistry at the 2010 event with blog and podcast perspectives and fresh interviews with attendees Tom Merritt, Veronica Belmont, and Eileen Rivera. Now that we’re season “veterans” of the ultimate interactive geek conference we’d love to present a panel to other attendees and share some of the things we’ve learned while working on the many creative projects we have.

How are panels chosen? After the submission of a panel presentation application, the SXSW Advisory Board, a group of industry professionals from across the US and around the world, and the SXSW staff choose which panels to add to the “Panel Picker,” and then that’s where YOU come in. Because SXSW is a community-driven event YOUR VOTE COUNTS for 30% of the decision-making because SXSW wants you to see what you’re most interested in.

Of course you’re interested in us, right? Want to know more about what we’re going to discuss?

Our presentation is simple and straight-forward and we think you’ll enjoy it because it’s a part of the bigger story of how Geekistry (and our other sites) came to be.

Creative Project Collaboration from > 1,000 miles (and < $200)

Great ideas don’t always choose the most convenient places to be hatched, nor do they often find inspired, like-minded individuals eager to create them as close as the next cube. Ideas worthy of passionate creativeness can become overwhelming when two people (or two hundred) have the hurdle of thousands of miles between them. With the right tools and the right attitude, working together from any distance is not only possible, but easier now than ever. The internet allows us to communicate across great distances while working on successful projects without the need to ever meet in person or spend a lot of money connecting. Technology like web cams, desktop-sharing programs, virtual meeting spots, and even camera-phone pics of ideas scrawled on napkins helped co-founders of “Geekistry – What geeks do.” Michael Gaines and Krissi Bates-Billings create several websites and podcasts from more than 1,000 miles away. With with real-life responsibilities of families, jobs, bills, and other obligations, this two-person team found a successful way to reach their creative goals without spending very much time together in person and without breaking their bank accounts.

Questions Answered:

How do you find the person/people to work with?

What kind of commitment is expected when working with someone online?

Should working online be treated differently than working in the same room?

How much equipment will be needed and how much will it cost?

Can people be successful and never meet at all?

Level: Intermediate
Category: Community / Online Community
Tags: collaboration, coworking, long distance
Type: Dual
Event: Interactive 2011

Here’s what a few of you have already said about Geekistry (thank you!)

Carl Coddington: “I have been listening to podcasts from Michael Gaines for many years. He is a great speaker, really cares about people, and is a master of his craft.“

Susie Steiner: “Both Krissi and Michael are engaging speakers, warm & friendly podcast hosts and their episodes are always filled with knowledge and laughs. I definitely support their panel and I look forward to seeing them at SXSW.“

Marija Kasley: “Michael Gaines and Krissi Bates-Billings, are engaging, as well as energetic, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable in discussing their subject matter… Michael and Krissi do this cast because it is something they WANT to do. To that end, I have no reservations about recommending that this panel be included in those listed for SXSW. They have my full support.“

Please vote for us

We’re looking forward to seeing you there!

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Geekistry forums are online

Michael Gaines — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 16:09:03 +0000

Hi everyone! After looking at forum options, we decided to take the World Of Warcast forums and move them to the new Geekistry forums. The reason why is that I have one license for vBulletin and rather than support two forums, I moved everything into one.

The forums will encompass World Of Warcast, Geekistry, Film Raiders, Geekiversary, and other projects that we haven’t announced yet.

We wanted to start a community, have direct, public feedback, and read your suggestions. Personally, I love conversing with listeners in a space where everyone can read the responses, and we hope that everyone uses them in good health.

Click here to go to the forums!

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Geekistry Live Schedule

Geekistry — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 19:47:13 +0000

We’ve gotten over our Epic Identity Crisis and re-branded ourselves “Geekistry – What geeks do“. We’re in eleventy billion places and want you there, too. You can keep up with what we’re doing and find out the latest scoop on Geekistry Live three times a week on USTREAM. We live-stream 3 times a week, Sun and Tues at 10 pm Eastern, and Thurs at 9 pm Eastern, but you’ll also find us all over the rest of the internet.

Chat with us on USTREAM while we’re recording
Chat with us (and your fellow geeks) 24/7 on irc.geekshed.net channel #geekistry (IRC help here)
Follow @Geekistry on Twitter
Like us on Facebook
Send us topic ideas or suggest other ways we can encourage audience participation
Leave us feedback on iTunes

See you soon!

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Geekistry Contest Winner – @Kriseb_Krunkle FTW!

Geekistry — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 03:24:52 +0000

We wanted to do something fun to help promote our name change from delOmni to Geekistry and get all our friends and fans involved with our geeky-ness. We held a contest to win $25 iTunes card (autographed by Mike and Krissi,) a $10 Starbucks card, and a 1-year subscription to WIRED magazine. The entries were in the forms of Tweets, and posts on GoogleBuzz and Facebook that included a link-back to this site. The responses about how individuals consider themselves “unique geeks” were so much fun! You can see a copy of the Tweets (below) and say congrats to our winner…

Grats, Kriseb! Thanks for being our #1 Fan!

Contest Entries show how YOU consider yourself a ‘unique geek’

candrie: What is @geekistry ?? Well literally it is what geeks do…. But really - it is Awesome sauce! Check it out http://bit.ly/geekistryftw

DeeGee13: I am geeky & create a budget sheet each month which includes “Entertainment” aka Dark Horse Comics purchases http://bit.ly/geekftw #delOmni

jaminbee: I’m a totally geeky for anything history, especially egyptian and roman http://bit.ly/geekistryftw
jaminbee: (Twitter RT): From the @delOmni blog: Win $25 iTunes, $10 Starbucks + 1 yr of WIRED in our Epic Name Change contest! http://bit.ly/geekftw (Plz RT)
jaminbee:Last call people, Mike and Krissi are giving this stuff away tonight http://bit.ly/geekistryftw
jaminbee:in my attempts to get in late entries, all geeky for my little pink haird gnome warlock! http://bit.ly/geekistryftw
jaminbee: I’m all geeky for glee… or rather i’m a gleek… so confused… http://bit.ly/geekftw

joerbailey (Twitter RT): RT @geekistry: Psst! This is delOmni’s new name! We’re LIVE now @ http://bit.ly/geekistry-live

Kriseb_Krunkle: Im kinda geeky about friendships (via GoogleBuzz)
Kriseb_Krunkle: Im a Phillies geek (via GoogleBuzz)
Kriseb_Krunkle: Geekistry contest. Win $25 iTunes gift card, $10 Starbucks card, 1 year to Wired. http://bit.ly/geekistryftw
Kriseb_Krunkle: I really like the number nine. (via GoogleBuzz)
Kriseb_Krunkle: Im geeky about tv themes, and video game music. I dont really follow bands but particular songs I like. http://bit.ly/geekftw
Kriseb_Krunkle: Im geeky about the number 9. When numbers are involved, I try to get 9. It was the first time my father helped me, http://bit.ly/geekftw
Kriseb_Krunkle: I use to write and draw my own comic books. I had 50 some issues before I didnt have time. Will continue again soon. http://bit.ly/geekftw
Kriseb_Krunkle: Im kinda geeky about cats. I own a cat, I have a hero character named The Cat ©. Plus most cats take a liking to me. http://bit.ly/geekftw
Kriseb_Krunkle: Epic Name Change Giveaway (FTW!) DelOmni is changing its name, all happening tomorrow! Don’t miss out! #DelOmni http://bit.ly/geekftw
Kriseb_Krunkle: Geekistry contest. Win $25 iTunes gift card, $10 Starbucks card, 1 year to Wired. http://bit.ly/geekistryftw
Kriseb_Krunkle: Geekistry, what geeks do. Join Michael Gaines and Krissi B Sun,Tues,Thu, nights. If you’re a geek, you’ll enjoy. http://bit.ly/geekistryftw
Kriseb_Krunkle (Twitter RT) Jun 7, 2010 09:54 PM: RT @geekistry: Psst! This is delOmni’s new name! We’re LIVE now @ http://bit.ly/geekistry-live

Learn2Fly (blog comment)

MrsLilreader: Crocheting another cthulu while watching Star Trek Voyager. Can’t get much geekier! http://bit.ly/geekistryftw

Rishal_BP: I’m really geeky when it comes to anime. My friends and I used to style ourselves as characters from the shows. http://bit.ly/geekftw
Rishal_BP: Music turns me into a major geek. I love knowing the artist and song title so I’m prepared to talk about it later. http://bit.ly/geekftw
Rishal_BP: So, I just realized, I’m becoming rather geeky about my writing blog. Not sure how I feel about this yet.
Rishal_BP: I don’t normally geek out about television shows. But Dr. Who brings out my geek flag hardcore. http://bit.ly/geekftw
Rishal_BP: In the ongoing saga of all things that make me go geek, we find ourselves coming to Farscape. Aliens and romance? Yes. http://bit.ly/geekftw
Rishal_BP: You know, this may seem just a bit odd, but I’m geeky about Origami. There’s just something so relaxing about it. http://bit.ly/geekftw
Rishal_BP: I’m not normally a sports fan, but I’m having a geek out about #Blackhawks. One game from winning the Stanley Cup! http://bit.ly/geekftw
Rishal_BP: @jaminbee I think it’s probably a MILD understatement to say I’m geeky about history. Ancient history is win. http://bit.ly/geekftw
Rishal_BP: I’m also quite geeky about mythology. I love learning about the myths and gods of ancient religions. http://bit.ly/geekftw
Rishal_BP: Geekistry dot com, the home for geeks. They’re running a contest, win sweet prizes! $25 iTunes, $10SB, 1yr WIRED. http://bit.ly/geekftw

strumpet101: Like @Jaminbee I am all geeky about my pink-haired gnome! http://bit.ly/geekistryftw

ZokaHuntress: What is @geekistry ?? Well literally it is what geeks do…. But really – it is Awesome sauce! Check it out http://bit.ly/geekistryftw

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