HTGYG Show #104: Summer Sports & Activites, and Disaster Prep

Posted on May 27, 2011 Written by 1 Comment
HTGYG Show #104: Summer Sports & Activites, and Disaster Prep [ 26:45 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

In this episode, I talk about our plans for sports and activities to get us off the computers and out of the house during the summer – mostly SWIM TEAM!!! I encourage all of you to find some great activities that your kid enjoys to try and to get them out of the house!

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Also, last week I discussed the new CDC promotion for disaster preparedness. What do you need in your disaster kit?

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And in honor of Geek Pride Day, check out this supershort story inspired by The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams, written by Kreg Steppe and brought to you by the Technorama Podcast at Chuckchat.com. You guys rock!

Please email me with your own comments at howtogrowyourgeek-at-gmail-dot-com, or call my NEW voicemail number at (678) 235-GROW (4769) and leave your thoughts. And last but not least, you can follow me on Twitter at SusietheGeek or the show at HowToGrowGeek!

Logo Art by Tim Coffey
Theme music courtesy of Jonathan Coulton

Promo: Technorama and Tuning in to SciFi TV

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HTGYG Show #103: Preparing for the Zombie Apocalypse?!?

Posted on May 20, 2011 Written by Leave a Comment
HTGYG Show #103: Preparing for the Zombie Apocalypse?!? [ 39:15 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

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This week, I discuss the new CDC promotion for disaster preparedness, and go over things you and your family can do to be prepared for a zombie apocalypse or whatever disasters occur. What do you need in your disaster kit?

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We also have two voicemails from Rapideye, and one email from Charity about adopting a rescue dog.

And don’t forget to go over to the Parsec Awards site and nominate your favorite speculative fiction podcasts – nominations are open until June 1!

Please email me with your own comments at howtogrowyourgeek-at-gmail-dot-com, or call my NEW voicemail number at (678) 235-GROW (4769) and leave your thoughts. And last but not least, you can follow me on Twitter at SusietheGeek or the show at HowToGrowGeek!

Logo Art by Tim Coffey
Theme music courtesy of Jonathan Coulton

Promo: The GeekSpin and Dragon Page with Class

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HTGYG Show #102: Puppy Love – Why Should You get a Rescue Dog?

Posted on May 9, 2011 Written by Leave a Comment
HTGYG Show #102: Puppy Love - Why Should You get a Rescue Dog? [ 40:50 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

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This episode, I finally talk about our new dog Jake, and discuss why getting a rescue dog can be worth it! Below are a number of great pet and dog rescue links!

Petfinder – a great source for finding what animals in your area need a forever home!

Ten Reasons to Adopt a Rescue Dog – the list I based most of this show on!

Tips on Adopting a Dog – great advice for whatever age dog you might get!

The Dog Breed Info Center – a great source for information about dogs!

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And here’s our new family member Jake!

And don’t forget to go over to the Parsec Awards site and nominate your favorite speculative fiction podcasts – nominations are open until June 1!

Please email me with your own comments at howtogrowyourgeek-at-gmail-dot-com, or call my NEW voicemail number at (678) 235-GROW (4769) and leave your thoughts. And last but not least, you can follow me on Twitter at SusietheGeek or the show at HowToGrowGeek!

Logo Art by Tim Coffey
Theme music courtesy of Jonathan Coulton

Promo: SofaDogs and Great Hites

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