Posted on 2011 under Geeky Places, Shows, Special Topics |
16
Jun
Finally we’re back with a functional, if now fantastic, microphone setup, and we’re ready to listen to some great emails from Gary about our trip to Orlando and Disney World, our new dog, and how Gary found HTGYG! Thanks for the love!
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!
Theme music courtesy of Jonathan Coulton
Promo: Technorama and Podculture
Posted on 2011 under Cheap Activities, Education, Shows |
27
May
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!
Also, last week I discussed the new CDC promotion for disaster preparedness. What do you need in your disaster kit?
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!
Theme music courtesy of Jonathan Coulton
Promo: Technorama and Tuning in to SciFi TV
Posted on 2011 under Education, Shows, Special Topics |
20
May
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?
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!
Theme music courtesy of Jonathan Coulton
Promo: The GeekSpin and Dragon Page with Class
Posted on 2011 under Shows, Special Topics |
9
May
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!
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!
Theme music courtesy of Jonathan Coulton
Promo: SofaDogs and Great Hites
Posted on 2011 under Interviews, Podcast Reviews, Shows |
27
Apr
In this episode, recorded before my computer messed up, I interview Michael Taylor, author of the children’s story series Story Hour Audio Adventures, and we discuss how his children inspired his stories, and how they enjoy listening to the podcast!
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!
Theme music courtesy of Jonathan Coulton
Promo: The Chronic Rift and The One Tree Hill Podcast
Hey everyone! This episode, we have some great voicemails and emails, celebrating our 100th episode, as well as voicemails from Gary and RapidEye about family vacations, genetic guilt, comic books on e-readers, and cooking with kids! Thanks to Kevin Bachelder from Tuning in to SciFi TV, The Signal, and many other podcasts, and to Chuck Tomasi and Kreg Steppe from Technorama for sending in their good wishes!
Also, happy birthday to Amanda this week! My girl is getting so grown up!
And don’t forget to go over to the Parsec Awards site and nominate your favorite speculative fiction podcasts!
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!
Theme music courtesy of Jonathan Coulton
Promo: Technorama and Tuning In to SciFi TV
Posted on 2011 under General |
18
Apr
Hey everyone! Sorry about the delay getting the 100th show out! I was gathering well-wishes, got sick with strep throat, lost my voice, and now have a blown microphone. I’ve ordered a replacement, so as soon as I get it up and working, I’ll get this show out to you!
Thanks again for being wonderful listeners! Feel free to give us a shout-out!
Susie
This episode, I have some great books for you to get for your kids – the Jimi &Isaac series by Phil Rink. These books, Jimi &Isaac 3a: The Mars Mission and Jimi & Isaac 4a: Solar Powered are fun, interesting stories with well-written characters, and have a good amount of science info in them as well!
I also present the places on this CNN Travel list 15 American places your kids should see by age 15. Le me know if you’ve been to any of these places and what you think of this list!
And we are planning to celebrate our 100th episode next time, and want you all to call, email or send us a message, telling us what you like about the show, where you found us, or what you’d love to hear. We want to make a clip show featuring all of these messages, so please send us something soon!
A big shout out to our friends at Technorama, Chuck and Kreg! They’ve hit their #300 show, and we want to help them celebrate this milestone. Go check them out!
And, dear listeners, the huge earthquakes and tsunamis that hit Japan have caused great damage and loss of life. Here’s a way you can help. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies accepts donations via text message. Text “redcross” to 90999, and you can make a $10 donation to the organization. It will show up on your next mobile phone bill.
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!
Theme music courtesy of Jonathan Coulton
Promo: Dragon Page with Class and the Safe Haven Podcast
In this final episode of our family vacation trip to Orlando, I present our trips to Universal Islands of Adventure, specifically the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and oldie but still goodie SeaWorld!
Hogsmeade and Hogwarts Castle were truly memorable, the butterbeer was delicious, and the chocolate frogs were ENORMOUS!
SeaWorld was a wonderful way to visit some truly amazing animals, and a great way to end our vacation on some memorable experiences, like feeding and petting dolphins!
A big shout out to our friends at Technorama, Chuck and Kreg! They’ve hit their #300 show, and we want to help them celebrate this milestone. Go check them out!
And, dear listeners, the huge earthquakes and tsunamis that hit Japan have caused great damage and loss of life. Here’s a way you can help. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies accepts donations via text message. Text “redcross” to 90999, and you can make a $10 donation to the organization. It will show up on your next mobile phone bill.
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!
Theme music courtesy of Jonathan Coulton
Promo: Tuning In To SciFi TV and Technorama
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In this episode, I am joined by my son Kevin as we go over our favorite things that we did as we visited Epcot Center, Disney Hollywood Studios and the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World in Orlando. There’s no way to do all of the rides and attractions, any more than we can cover these parks adequately on a single podcast, so we followed the rule – Do what you most want to! Here’s our descriptions of our must-see attractions and high points!
Today, as we record, the huge earthquakes and tsunamis have hit Japan. Our hearts go out to our friends there, and we hope everyone is safe. Here’s a way you can help. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies accepts donations via text message. Text “redcross” to 90999, and you can make a $10 donation to the organization. It will show up on your next mobile phone bill.
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!
Theme music courtesy of Jonathan Coulton
Promo: Tuning In To SciFi TV and Dragon Page Cover to Cover
