Geek at Arms

Geek at Arms Episode 19: Cowboy Bebop, Steven Universe, and The 7th Voyage of Sinbad

Welcome back to another new episode of Geek at Arms! James kicks off Geek Out with details on his families latest trip to the Scarborough Renaissance Festival. He then shares his recent interest and research into what languages Jesus might have spoken during the time of His ministry. Next, Bryan kindly shares a spoiler-free review of Avengers: Endgame and discusses his re-watch of the fantastic anime series Cowboy Bebop. Mike talks about how much he enjoyed the cartoon Steven Universe and his experience with the game Batman: The Animated Series - Gotham Under Siege. Then, it's back to the Film Club as the guys review the 1958 Ray Harryhausen film that help launch a whole new era of special effects, The 7th Voyage of Sinbad.

Geek at Arms Episode 18: PAX East, Captain Marvel, and Upcoming Book-to-Film Adaptations

Geek at Arms is back again! Mike kicks things off with his report on PAX East, and then describes the new love of his life, Betrayal: Legacy. James explains how his new game Kingdom Come: Deliverance feels like stepping into 15th century Bohemia and how much he and his wife enjoyed Captain Marvel. Next, Bryan deep dives us into his latest math interest with the Mandelbrot Set and math comedian Matt Parker. He and James also share how their latest rpg session with City on A Hill Gaming podcast went with fellow players Kyle from the Min/Max podcast and Mike from Innroads Ministries. The guys then have a discussion about all the upcoming film and TV adaptations that will hit the screens in the days to come: from the Lord of The Rings to Discworld to The Wheel of Time and many more!

Geek at Arms Episode 17: City on a Hill Gaming and Willow

Bryan, Mike and James return for yet another super-sized episode! Mike shares his enjoyment at reading The Fellowship of the Ring to his children for the first time and how he barely contained his Geekiness at meeting author and fencing master Ken Mondschein. Next, Bryan talks about how much he's been enjoying the new Voltron: Legendary Defender and My Hero Academia. Both he and James express how much they're looking forward to actually gaming in an upcoming RPG session with the City on a Hill Gaming Podcast. James keeps the gaming talk going by detailing a hopeful upcoming Monster of The Week campaign, and how happy he was at finally finishing The Last Duel and playing Biblios. Finally, we see the return of the Geek at Arms Film Club! Shifting from sci-fi to fantasy, the guys delve into the George Lucas written, Ron Howard directed 1988 epic Willow.

 

Geek at Arms Episode 16: Our Geeky Christmas and To The Future

We welcome a new year with a brand new episode of Geek at Arms! Having just come out of the holidays, they guys share what geeky gifts they received for Christmas. From bow ties to board games it was a very merry geekmas for them all. Next, in "To The Future", they each describe what they're looking forward to in the months to come. Mike proudly declares his PAX East ticket is already bought, Shazam can't get here fast enough for Bryan, and James lists the movies they all can't wait to see. Add in some anticipated books, TV shows, and video games and 2019 is shaping up to be awesome!

Geek at Arms Episode 15: Civilization 6, Magic: The Gathering, and Blade Runner

Welcome to another new episode of Geek at Arms! First off, Mike explains how a pastor's retreat turned into a board game extravaganza! Then, Bryan shares his thoughts on the Gormenghast book series and his continued enjoyment of Civilization 6. James describes his latest woodworking project and his renewed interest in the card game Magic: The Gathering. Finally, the guys delve into the third movie of their "Film Club" series, the Ridley Scott classic Bladerunner.

Geek at Arms Episode 14: The Dragon Prince, Scott Pilgrim, and Time Travel

The guys are back with a new episode! In Geek Out, James describes his family trip to Silver Dollar City and how much he and his wife have enjoyed the shows The Librarians and The Dragon Prince. Bryan expresses his continued delight in having a new computer and how much he's enjoyed playing Civilization 6. He also shares his thoughts on his first viewing of Scott Pilgrim vs. the World. Next Mike tells us all about the various board games he and his family have recently played: from Machi Koro to Forbidden Skies and more. Finally, Bryan leads a discussion on the subject of time travel. From how it's used as a plot device in movies and TV shows to story elements in RPG's, they delve into the time vortex for answers!

Geek at Arms Episode 13: Monster of the Week, Renaissance Faires, and Close Encounters of the Third Kind

Once more unto the breach with the Geek at Arms Podcast! Mike kicks off Geek Out with why James & Bryan came to mind during a recent camping trip, and also shares his thoughts on the book Well Met: Renaissance Faires and the American Counterculture. James talks about the recent SCA event he attended with his entire family and then describes his own new books, The Knights Templar and the rpg Monster of the Week. Not wanting to be left out Bryan tells us about his latest reads, The Rise and Fall of D.O.D.O and The First Lensman, and expresses his joy at finally getting a new PC! Next, continuing their look at classic and well-loved sci-fi and fantasy movies, the guys discuss the 1977 Spielberg classic Close Encounters of the Third Kind.

 

 

Geek at Arms Episode 12: Lost in Space, Tales from the Loop, and Audio Fiction

Bryan, Mike and James are back with a new episode! In Geek Out, James praises the new Lost in Space series on Netflix and then takes us through the contents of his EDC Kit. Bryan describes his enjoyment playing a session of the RPG Tales from the Loop. Mike talks about his latest Star Wars RPG session and how a trip to an air museum turned into a personal tour of a B-17 Flying Fortress! The guys then discuss the world of audio fiction. From audiobooks to podcasts, they share their first experiences with it and how they enjoy it now.

Geek at Arms Episode 11: Forbidden Planet & Solo: A Star Wars Story

We're back with another super-sized episode! In Geek Out, Mike describes reading "The Princess Bride" with his daughters and how applying googly eyes to anything makes life better. James talks about revisiting the show Babylon 5 and his efforts to turn his daughter into a warrior princess by taking her to a local archery practice. Bryan relates how his recent trigonometry education is improving his visual effects work and how well the live-action adaptation of Full Metal Alchemist holds up. Then, based on a listener suggestion, the guys begin a look back at classic science fiction & fantasy movies. The first they discuss is the 1956 sci-fi thriller Forbidden Planet. Finally, they share their thoughts on the most recent Star Wars movie Solo.

Geek at Arms Episode 10: Pax East, Ready Player One, and Sharing your Geeky Hobbies with Fellow Believers.

Geek at Arms returns with a super-sized episode! Bryan kicks off Geek Out by sharing the ups and downs, and possible opportunities, of the growing user-base of the visual effects software he uses. Mike gives us his PAX East report, and James jumps from Player Unknown's Battlegrounds to Parks & Rec to Ready Player One, and more! Then, in a follow-up from last episode's "Geek Budgeting" topic, the guys reveal which single item they would buy if they had the money to blow. Finally, Bryan asks the question "Have you encountered any difficulty when other believers discover your geeky hobbies?" They share stories and discuss the hurdles they've faced from sharing their interests openly.