Karen Walsh, Author at GeekMom

LEGO Education STEAM Park: Review and Giveaway

November 1, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh1

The LEGO Education STEAM Park has everything educators need to easily incorporate STEAM and diversity in the classroom in a fun way.

‘Eventide’ – The New Comic You Need

October 31, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh

‘Eventide’ (pronounced Evan-Tide) is everything you’re looking for that you didn’t know you wanted. Written by newcomers Kimberly Gaines and Shawn Lanier, ‘Eventide’ is available at Grub Machine Comics starting today. The combination of originality, story, and awesome art makes this a comic that readers age 8 and up not only want to read but should read.

PlayFair 2017: What It Is and Discount Tickets

October 29, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh

PlayFair 2017 is the family-friendly, totally interactive ToyFair experience. Oh yeah, and a chance to meet some of your favorite GeekMom and GeekDad folks!

NYCC 2017: Best Kid-Friendly Activities

October 26, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh

In this roundup of NYCC 2017 Best Kid Friendly Activities, we have some new things, some old things, and just some great things.

NYCC 2017: ‘Bad Samaritan,’ Dean Devlin, & Robert Sheehan

October 24, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh2

Our NYCC 2017 ‘Bad Samaritan’ interview with director Dean Devlin and actor Robert Sheehan will get you more than excited for the upcoming movie.

LastPass Families: How One App Became My BFF 4 Lyfe

October 19, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh2

While I generally fear forgetting passwords more than security, I have been increasingly creating more accounts, which is how LastPass became my new best friend. [Sponsored]

Interview With Tom Taylor: Or, Why ‘The Deep’ Is Now My Favorite Kids’ Show

September 26, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh1

Getting to ask cool people cool questions is one of the best parts of being a GeekMom, so when the opportunity to interview Tom Taylor came along I jumped at it. My Geekling loves ‘The Deep,’ but I’ve never really sat down and watched it. In preparing for the interview, however, I watched two episodes of the new season that started airing on Netflix on September 22.

Limited Edition Cross Star Wars Pens: These Are the Pens You’re Looking For

September 20, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh

For professionals who want to fly their geek flag at the office, the limited edition Cross Star Wars pens in their Townsend Collection answers the call.

Angry Anxiety: Why I Hulk Out

September 7, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh4

Anger is a less recognized form of anxiety that causes some to Hulk out. Understanding Jennifer Walters is a first step to understanding angry anxiety.

Buffy’s Legacy Does Not Belong to Joss Whedon

August 25, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh11

In light of Kai Cole’s essay, let us discuss how Buffy’s legacy lies not with Joss Whedon but with all the other creators who made her less problematic.

Ink Fusion’s JerZy Milner: An Inkerview from Boston Comic Con

August 24, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh1

Before researching Boston Comic Con, Ink Fusion’s JerZy Milner was a name I’d never heard. This is possibly the most unfortunate thing and most fortunate thing ever. Unfortunate because I’m only now experiencing the awesomeness of her talent. Fortunate because I got to have my first convention tattoo, and one I’ve wanted for ages, done […]

LEGO Friends Snow Resort Ice Rink: Gender Equal Set

August 7, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh

With the LEGO Friends Snow Resort Ice Rink, everyone’s favorite building toy brings a great gender neutral product that promotes gender equality play.

ConnLUG at ConnectiCon: Building the LEGO Community

July 31, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh

This year, seeing ConnLUG at ConnectiCon was the best way to celebrate geeky family joys at one of our favorite conventions.

Smart, Kind Characters in Children’s Media: What Gender Equality Needs

July 21, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh2

We need smart, kind characters in children’s media. Mainstream culture reflects and reinforces cultural norms. To change society, change media.

I Am Excited, But I Do Not Want a Female Doctor Who

July 17, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh59

I am a woman. I do not want a female Doctor Who. I want to see diversity of masculinity to change the way boys view manhood.

Work at Home Mom Survival Guide: How I Get Through Summer

July 16, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh1

Being a work at home mom is hard. Being a work at home mom in the summer is harder. Here’s some commiseration, tips, and tricks to help.

‘LEGO Dimensions’ Wonder Woman Giveaway: Win a Princess Warrior Goddess

July 7, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh

The ‘LEGO Dimensions’ Wonder Woman fun pack brings all the fun of your favorite princess warrior goddess right to your screen. Enter to win one!

GeekMom Talk: An Online Community of Geeky Moms

July 6, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh

GeekMom launches GeekMom Talk, an online community of geeky moms to connect authors and readers while building a supportive place to discuss all things geek.

9 Things Parents Should Know About ‘Despicable Me 3’

June 30, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh3

Looking to see ‘Despicable Me 3’ this weekend? We have our trusty guide to give you a mostly-spoiler-free look at whether it’s right for your family.

Harry Potter’s 20th Anniversary: From Elitist Intellectual to Ravendor

June 26, 2017December 12, 2017Karen Walsh

Why ‘Harry Potter’s’ 20th anniversary is important. It’s not just because the books endured; it’s because their maturity parallels that of a generation.