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Anyone who owns a mobile device has favorite apps.  We are no different and are sharing 5 fun games that you can play on any Apple device (iPhone, iPad, etc) you own.

Some are free, some cost money, but all are a lot of fun to play.

 

5 Fun iOS Games

Tiny Troopers – 99 cents

Virtual City 2 – free

Jurassic Park Builder – free

Where’s the Water? – 99 cents

Angry Birds Star Wars – 99 cents

 

Mailbag

Share your favorite iOS games with us.  We’d love to hear about them.

You’ll want to check out Jonathan’s other podcast: Wargaming Recon, a historical wargaming podcast with new episodes on the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month.

Be sure to tell your friends about Geeks Explicitly. You can contact us by e-mailing [email protected], follow us on Twitter @GeeksExplicitly, or Like our Facebook page.

Also, listen to us on iTunes!

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew for creating our logo. Check out his work at MightyNightGaunt.com.

If you like Geeks Explicitly, then you’re sure to like the other shows on the Troll in the Corner Podcast Network.

Our intro song is “I Wish I Were” by Matthew Ebel. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com.

This podcast is made possible through the generous sponsorship of Noble Knight Games.

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“So I swear I do believe in Nargles.”  This totally clean episode is devoted to a unique musical act known as the Whomping Willows.  If you’re a fan of the Harry Potter books, reading, equality, owning who you are, and using your imagination, then this is an episode to which you must listen.

Prepare yourself for a music concert courtesy of the Whomping Willows.  Many thanks to Matt Maggiacomo, a.k.a. Whompy himself, for granting permission so these songs can be played for you.

 

Playlist

Your Flying Car (Affiliate Link) – Wrockstock Part Deux, Abridged

House of Awesome Theme Song (Affiliate Link) – Welcome To The House Of Awesome (Affiliate Link)

Wizard Rock Heart Throb (Affiliate Link) – Indoor Campire: Hogwarts Grounds Edition

In Which Draco And Harry Secretly Want To Make Out (Affiliate Link) – Welcome To The House Of Awesome (Affiliate Link)

Fall In Love Tonight (Affiliate Link) – Wizard Party Forever (Affiliate Link)

I Believe In Nargles (Affiliate Link)  – Whomping Willows III (Affiliate Link)

We hope you enjoy the songs by the Whomping Willows.  He’s a favored WRocker of ours.

Mailbag

What do you think of Wizard Rock (WRock)?  Tell us by e-mailing [email protected] or leaving a comment on this post.

You’ll want to check out Jonathan’s other podcast: Wargaming Recon, a historical wargaming podcast with new episodes on the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month.

Be sure to tell your friends about Geeks Explicitly. You can contact us by e-mailing [email protected], follow us on Twitter @GeeksExplicitly, or Like our Facebook page.

Also, listen to us on iTunes!

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew for creating our logo. Check out his work at MightyNightGaunt.com.

If you like Geeks Explicitly, then you’re sure to like the other shows on the Troll in the Corner Podcast Network.

Our intro song is “I Wish I Were” by Matthew Ebel. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com.

This podcast is made possible through the generous sponsorship of Noble Knight Games.

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Episode 31 covered 5 Highlights from TotalCon 2012.  This time Jonathan tackles his 5 regrets from the con.

 

5 Regrets from TotalCon 2013

5 – Missed out on some awesome games

4 – Didn’t network as much as desired

3 – Fewer people in attendance at the panels

2 – Didn’t podcast as much as wanted

1 – Project London‘s Saturday showing changed to a later time slot

We hope you enjoy the song The Last Pirate by Matthew Ebel, that we’ve included near the end of the show.  He’s a favored podsafe artist of our’s.

Mailbag

Did you attend TotalCon?  What were your con regrets?  Tell us by e-mailing [email protected] or leaving a comment on this post.

You’ll want to check out Jonathan’s other podcast: Wargaming Recon, a historical wargaming podcast with new episodes on the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month.

Be sure to tell your friends about Geeks Explicitly. You can contact us by e-mailing [email protected], follow us on Twitter @GeeksExplicitly, or Like our Facebook page.

Also, listen to us on iTunes!

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew for creating our logo. Check out his work at MightyNightGaunt.com.

If you like Geeks Explicitly, then you’re sure to like the other shows on the Troll in the Corner Podcast Network.

Our intro song is “I Wish I Were” by Matthew Ebel. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com.

This podcast is made possible through the generous sponsorship of Noble Knight Games.

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TotalCon is New England’s largest game convention.  2013 marks Jonathan’s 3rd year in attendance.  He recounts his top 5 highlights from the con.

 

Top 5 Highlights from TotalCon 2013

5 – Getting my press badge courtesy of Angelia Parenteau, TC‘s Promotional Director

4 – Being on Cube of Death hosted by industry guest Peter “Blix” Bryant (listen to our review in GE13: Cube of Death Review)

3 – Running the Battle of Freeman’s Farm with listeners Adrian and Cort

2 – Networking with Industry Guests & Vendors like Jay Libby co-owner of Dilly Green Bean Games, Brenden and Jeremy of Crossroad Games, and Chad Ellis owner of YourMoveGames.

1 – Meeting listener Patrick.  He is the first listener Jonathan has met in person who wasn’t family or a pre-existing friend.

We hope you enjoy the promo for the ConMen Podcast, co-hosted by Peter “Blix” Bryant, that we’ve included near the end of the show.  It is a recent favorite of our’s.  In particular, we love Episode 12 – Dragon*Con 2012 Part 3.

Mailbag

Did you attend TotalCon?  What did you like best/least?  Tell us by e-mailing [email protected] or leaving a comment on this post.

You’ll want to check out Jonathan’s other podcast: Wargaming Recon, a historical wargaming podcast with new episodes on the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month.

Be sure to tell your friends about Geeks Explicitly. You can contact us by e-mailing [email protected], follow us on Twitter @GeeksExplicitly, or Like our Facebook page.

Also, listen to us on iTunes!

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew for creating our logo. Check out his work at MightyNightGaunt.com.

If you like Geeks Explicitly, then you’re sure to like the other shows on the Troll in the Corner Podcast Network.

Our intro song is “I Wish I Were” by Matthew Ebel. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com.

This podcast is made possible through the generous sponsorship of Noble Knight Games.

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Valentine’s Day can be a tough day for many people.  But, imagine if you’re in need of a gift for that special geek in your life.  EEK!  What are you to do?

Ben Gerber, owner of Troll in the Corner, joins Jonathan to share their picks for geeky gifts on Valentine’s.

 

Jonathan’s Valentine’s Gifts for Geeks

Lolcat Poetreez Magnetic Poetry Set $12.99

Japanese Chocolates

Chocolate Tool Box 2,600 Yen

Chocolate Truffle Planets 3,800 Yen

Chocolate Bugs 4,500 Yen

Chocolate Archaeology Set 2,600-6,100 Yen

A Girl’s Guide to Dating a Geek $14.95 [AFFILIATE LINK]

Big Bang Theory Soft Kitty Hoodie $59.99 [AFFILIATE LINK]

Star Wars “I Love You” – “I Know” Couples Matching T-shirts $37.50

Ben’s Valentine’s Gifts for Geeks

Maple Bacon Chocolate Sauce $9.99

Game of Thrones: The Complete Second Season $59.99 [AFFILIATE LINK]

Star Wars Han Solo Carbonite Chocolate $8.99

Love Letter Card Game $56.99

Solar System Lollipops $17.50

Ben Gerber, of Indie Talks, and Jonathan WILL BE AT TOTALCON!   If you’re attending the con, be sure to say hi.  Our schedules will be posted here in due course.

Mailbag

What do you think is a great Valentine’s Day gift for a geek?  Tell us by e-mailing [email protected] or leaving a comment on this post.

You’ll want to check out Jonathan’s other podcast: Wargaming Recon, a historical wargaming podcast with new episodes on the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month.

Be sure to tell your friends about Geeks Explicitly. You can contact us by e-mailing [email protected], follow us on Twitter @GeeksExplicitly, or Like our Facebook page.

Also, listen to us on iTunes!

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew for creating our logo. Check out his work at MightyNightGaunt.com.

If you like Geeks Explicitly, then you’re sure to like the other shows on the Troll in the Corner Podcast Network.

Our intro song is “I Wish I Were” by Matthew Ebel. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com.

This podcast is made possible through the generous sponsorship of Noble Knight Games.

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TotalCon is New England’s largest gaming convention.  We highlight 5 reasons why you must make TotalCon your first con.  If you’ve gone to many cons or even been to TotalCon before, you’ll learn something new by listening to this episode.

 

5 Reasons to Make TotalCon Your First Con

5 – Accessible Size

4 – The People

3 – Family Friendly

2 – The Events

1 – TCPN will be there!

Ben Gerber, of Indie Talks, and Jonathan WILL BE AT TOTALCON!   If you’re attending the con, be sure to say hi.  Our schedules will be posted here in due course.

Mailbag

Did we miss the boat?  Is there an album that you know to be full of great video game music?  Tell us by e-mailing [email protected] or leaving a comment on this post.

You’ll want to check out Jonathan’s other podcast: Wargaming Recon, a historical wargaming podcast with new episodes on the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month.

Be sure to tell your friends about Geeks Explicitly. You can contact us by e-mailing [email protected], follow us on Twitter @GeeksExplicitly, or Like our Facebook page.

Also, listen to us on iTunes!

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew for creating our logo. Check out his work at MightyNightGaunt.com.

If you like Geeks Explicitly, then you’re sure to like the other shows on the Troll in the Corner Podcast Network.

Our intro song is “I Wish I Were” by Matthew Ebel. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com.

This podcast is made possible through the generous sponsorship of Noble Knight Games.

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Who doesn’t play video games?  While you’re rescuing princess, flinging birds, and shooting bad guys how much attention do you pay to the music in the game?

We highlight 5 amazing video game albums that you must get.

 

5 Amazing Video Game Albums

#5 Video Games Live Level 2 by the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra (Affiliate Link)

Mario Solo Piano Medley

The Legend of Zelda Suite

Megaman Montage

Warcraft Montage

#4 The Advantage by The Advantage (Affiliate Link)

Mario 3 Underworld

Goonies 2

Bionic Commando P.O.W. Camp

Super Mario Bros. 2 Underworld

#3 The Greatest Video Game Music by the London Philharmonic Orchestra (Affiliate Link)

Angry Birds Main Theme

World of Warcraft Season of War

Tetris Theme

#2 Super Mario History 1985-2010 by Koji Kondo (Affiliate Link)

Super Mario Bros Ground Theme

Super Mario Bros 3 Athletic Theme

Super Mario Bros 2 Ground Theme

Super Mario Sunshine Delfino Plaza

#1 Final Fantasy VII original Sound Track by Nobuo Uematsu  (Affiliate Link) (the 111 track, 5.9hr long version is ideal)

Prelude

Honeybee Manor

Still More Fighting

Waltz De Chocobo

J-E-N-O-V-A

Continue?

Opening Bombing Mission

Honorable Mention:

Video Games Live Level 1 by Slovak National Symphony Orchestra

Warcraft Suite

Civilization IV Medley

Kingdom Hearts

Medal of Honor

Geeks Explicitly is on VACATION January 19, 2013-February 14, 2013 so Jonathan can pack and move into his new home.

Don’t forget to listen to Growing Geeks Episode 0.  New episodes of Growing Geeks will appear the 2nd Monday of each month.

 

Mailbag

Did we miss the boat?  Is there an album that you know to be full of great video game music?  Tell us by e-mailing [email protected] or leaving a comment on this post.

You’ll want to check out Jonathan’s other podcast: Wargaming Recon, a historical wargaming podcast with new episodes on the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month.

Be sure to tell your friends about Geeks Explicitly. You can contact us by e-mailing [email protected], follow us on Twitter @GeeksExplicitly, or Like our Facebook page.

Also, listen to us on iTunes!

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew for creating our logo. Check out his work at MightyNightGaunt.com.

If you like Geeks Explicitly, then you’re sure to like the other shows on the Troll in the Corner Podcast Network.

Our intro song is “I Wish I Were” by Matthew Ebel. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com.

This podcast is made possible through the generous sponsorship of Noble Knight Games.

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The 5 best homes from fandom are ranked.  Bilbo’s house from Lord of the Rings, not in this list, or perhaps Superman’s Fortress of Solitude, also not on this list, might be some of your favorites.

 

5 Great Fandom Homes

#5 Leonard & Sheldon’s Apartment from Big Bang Theory (check out the floorplan)

#4 Tokyo-3 from Neon Genesis Evangelion (read the entry on Evangelion Wiki)

#3 Serenity from Firefly and Serenity (watch the Youtube set tour)

#2 Batcave/Wayne Manor from Batman (Wikipedia article)

#1 Death Star from Star Wars(Wookieepedia article)

Mailbag

Tell us what your favorite fandom homes are by e-mailing [email protected] or leaving a comment on this post.

You’ll want to check out Jonathan’s other podcast: Wargaming Recon, a historical wargaming podcast with new episodes on the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month.

Be sure to tell your friends about Geeks Explicitly. You can contact us by e-mailing [email protected], follow us on Twitter @GeeksExplicitly, or Like our Facebook page.

Also, listen to us on iTunes!

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew for creating our logo. Check out his work at MightyNightGaunt.com.

If you like Geeks Explicitly, then you’re sure to like the other shows on the Troll in the Corner Podcast Network.

Our intro song is “I Wish I Were” by Matthew Ebel. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com.

This podcast is made possible through the generous sponsorship of Noble Knight Games.

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2012 is drawing to a close and we jumped on the bandwagon. We’re sharing Jonathan’s 5 favorite Geeks Explicitly episodes of 2012.

 

5 Favorite GE Episodes of 2012

#5 GE11: Top 5 Most Epic Films with Ben Gerber

#4 GE5: Whedon, Joss Whedon. Part 1

#3 GE6: Happy 4th of July with the Hot Dog I Ate

#2 GE24: 15 Geeky Gifts for the Holidays

#1 GE21: 24 Hour Game-a-Thon

Many thanks to those who supported me in the 24 hour game-a-thon:

Battleground Games & Hobbies including owner Derek Lloyd

Brian Gregory, co-host of Game Night Guys Podcast – listen to Predicaments VCR Game Episode for his message of support

Henry Hyde, editor of Battlegames Magazine who runs his own blog Henry’s Wargaming

Tidal, a listener, who donated his 1/32 scale plastic army men rules European Assault.  He blogs at Company of Plastic WWII Toy Soldiers and War Games

My family and friends

My amazing wife Tricia, who blogs about cake/cupcake decorating at The Cake Is Not A Lie

Mailbag

Tell us what your favorite episodes of 2012 are by e-mailing [email protected] or leaving a comment on this post.

This episode is the last for 2012.  We are on break, returning January 7, 2013.

Read Geeks Explicitly & Wargaming Recon Holiday Release Schedules for more details.

You’ll want to check out Jonathan’s other podcast: Wargaming Recon, a historical wargaming podcast with new episodes on the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month.

Be sure to tell your friends about Geeks Explicitly. You can contact us by e-mailing [email protected], follow us on Twitter @GeeksExplicitly, or Like our Facebook page.

Also, listen to us on iTunes!

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew for creating our logo. Check out his work at MightyNightGaunt.com.

If you like Geeks Explicitly, then you’re sure to like the other shows on the Troll in the Corner Podcast Network.

Our intro song is “I Wish I Were” by Matthew Ebel. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com.

This podcast is made possible through the generous sponsorship of Noble Knight Games.

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Aliens and Sci-Fi go together like Peanut Butter and Jelly Time.

This episode shares 5 Great Science Fiction Aliens.

There’s only so much room in a top 5 list and we’re bound to leave out some of your favorites.  Let us know what you think we got right and what you think we got oh so very wrong.

Aliens

 

5 Great Sci-Fi Aliens

The Bugs – Starship Troopers

Daleks – Doctor Who

Ewoks – Star Wars, Return of the Jedi

Centauri – Babylon 5

Transformers – Transformers

Mailbag

Tell us what aliens you think deserve to be on this list by e-mailing [email protected] or leaving a comment on this post.

2012 Holiday Podcast Release Schedule

This episode is the 2nd to last for 2012.  The final episode releases on December 20th.  Then we are on break returning January 7, 2013.

Read Geeks Explicitly & Wargaming Recon Holiday Release Schedules for more details.

You’ll want to check out Jonathan’s other podcast:

Wargaming Recon, historical wargaming podcast with new episodes on the 2nd & 4th Monday of the month.

Be sure to tell your friends about Geeks Explicitly. You can contact us by e-mailing [email protected], follow us on Twitter @GeeksExplicitly, or Like our Facebook page.

Also, listen to us on iTunes!

Many thanks to Jeremy Kostiew for creating our logo. Check out his work at MightyNightGaunt.com.

If you like Geeks Explicitly, then you’re sure to like the other shows on the Troll in the Corner Podcast Network.

Our intro song is “I Wish I Were” by Matthew Ebel. Please give his other music a listen at www.matthewebel.com.

This podcast is made possible through the generous sponsorship of Noble Knight Games.

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