An incredible undertaking in science fiction, and a fantastic translation. The Three-Body Problem is a unique take on the classic alien “first contact” story told from a Chinese perspective. What would Earth look like if we knew extra-terrestrials were on their way to our planet? Shop for ‘The Three-Body Problem’ on Amazon: http://amzn.to/2yezFYr Download this … Continue reading "Geek Book Club 002 – The Three-Body Problem"

Jerome Bixby is most known for his work as a TV writer, penning four episodes of the original Star Trek, an episode of the Twilight Zone, and co-wrote the story which Isaac Asimov would later adapt into ‘Fantastic Voyage’. His last work was an intimate screenplay about a man claiming to be an immortal caveman. … Continue reading "Geek Book Club 001 – The Man From Earth"

A HUGE “what if” story that we’re embarrassed to say, Juan has never fully read in one sitting. Andrew and Juan take a look at an alternate universe story featuring the most iconic superhero of all time. What if Superman grew up in the USSR instead of Smallville? Shop for ‘Superman: Red Son’ on Amazon: … Continue reading "Geek Book Club 000 – Superman: Red Son"

Gender politics in gaming is usually a topic I would avoid, but some of the online reactions I’ve witnessed to Rockstar’s Red Dead Redemption 2 are leaving me genuinely curious about the state of gaming and activism. This is a potentially toxic topic, but I’m still honestly asking: Why might it be a bad thing … Continue reading "#SGGQA 28: Red Dead Redemption 2 And Why Is It Bad If Some Games Are Made For Men?"

I’ve been teasing this for a little while now, but the details are all worked out and I can officially announce some big news! What will it mean for the SomeGadgetGuy channel? How will it affect this podcast? Let’s chat change! Download this week’s show as an audio podcast! Subscribe to #SGGQA via iTunes! Subscribe … Continue reading "#SGGQA 27: Big Life Changes – SomeGadgetGuy is Moving to Pocketnow!"

Due to issues with my internet connection (thanks Time Warner Cable) we’re FINALLY getting around to announcing the winner of our New Year’s Fitness Gear contest. We’ll also chat you’re reactions to my Lumia 930 vs 950 comparison, and I ask you how interesting USB cables might be. Make sure you’re charged and ready! It’s … Continue reading "#SGGQA 26: New Years Contest Winner, Lumia 950 Comparisons, and Are USB Cables Interesting?"

I finally got off my butt and got a MUCH bigger back up solution for all my photos and videos. We’re also chatting about bone conduction audio, and we’re quickly wrapping up my New Year, New You fitness gear contest! Make sure you’re charged and ready! It’s Podcast Time! Full contest details and where to … Continue reading "#SGGQA25: BIG STORAGE, Bone Conduction Audio, and the New Years Contest is Wrapping Up!"

Happy New Year! Let’s say goodbye to 2015 in style with a list of my favorite gadgets and reviews of the year. Also, we’ll talk about your reactions to the Lumia 950! The first show of 2016! Make sure you’re charged and ready! It’s podcast time! Download this week’s show as an audio podcast! Subscribe … Continue reading "#SGGQA24: Lumia 950 Review Reactions, and My Favorite Gadgets of 2015"

Got a packed show for you this week! We’re going to talk about why camera comparisons are usually a bit suspect. We’re going to check out your reactions to Microsoft’s Continuum, and then we’re going to chat about how we might be able to better keep our New Years Resolutions! Make sure you’re charged and … Continue reading "#SGGQA23: Thoughts on Smartphone Camera Comparisons, Continuum Reactions, and New Years Resolutions!"

Closing in on the end of the year, but the tech keeps on flowing. We have the Lumia 950 in house to talk about. We say goodbye to the BlackBerry Priv, and we chat about switching teams. Is it difficult moving to a different kind of phone? Make sure you’re charged and ready! It’s PODCAST … Continue reading "#SGGQA22: Lumia 950 First Impressions, BB Priv Review Reactions, & is Switching Phones Difficult?"