Jonathan Ryan's Blog, page 83
December 6, 2013
Muppets Invade Culinary World… Sort Of
From Geek Goes Rogue TV Editor Zach W. Lorton, as told to by the bed that is beckoning him from miles away to just give up and take that 17-hour nap… I’ve become more familiar with BuzzFeed over the last 6 months than I care to. For those not indoctrinated, they make, among other things, [Read More...]
December 3, 2013
“A Charlie Brown Christmas” — How I Got My Joy Back
From Geek Goes Rogue TV Editor Zach W. Lorton, as told to by the plastic nativity set in his closet… I am very upset right now. Just a few minutes ago, I found out that ABC aired A Charlie Brown Christmas already. Last night, in fact. Monday, December 2nd, they aired one of the most beloved and [Read More...]
Merry Holidays!…No Really, Time to Get Over It
Thanksgiving was less than a week ago and I’m still digesting my mother-in-law’s stuffing, mashed potatoes, and heavy Oreo-laden desserts (and I mean that in a good way). Of course, in this country, we have nary a moment after swallowing the last bite of cheesecake before many of us rush out the door to compete [Read More...]
November 27, 2013
GGR Music Review: Five Iron Frenzy – “Engine of a Million Plots”
From Geek Goes Rogue TV Editor Zach W. Lorton, as told to by the bag of Apple Cinnamon Chex that doubles as his pathetic dessert… In 2003, Five Iron Frenzy put their clubs away for good. After performing 2 farewell concerts on the days immediately following Thanksgiving that year, and recording the final show for [Read More...]
November 25, 2013
“Family Guy” Kills Off Original Character
From Geek Goes Rogue TV Editor Zach W. Lorton, as told to by the steam coming out of my ears because Jay Leno is on my television… #SpoilerAlert. Over the last few years, I’ve begun to understand what it’s like to become attached to a great television character. Every TV series that lasts for more [Read More...]
Family Guy Kills Off Original Character
From Geek Goes Rogue TV Editor Zach W. Lorton, as told to by the steam coming out of my ears because Jay Leno is on my television… #SpoilerAlert. Over the last few years, I’ve begun to understand what it’s like to become attached to a great television character. Every TV series that lasts for more [Read More...]
November 21, 2013
They’re Not Dead Yet! Monty Python Announces New Live Stage Show
There is finally hope for those of us who always look on the bright side of life. Legendary comedy troupe Monty Python has just announced the group’s first live stage show with all five surviving members since the famous 1980 Hollywood Bowl show. The show is scheduled to be performed at London’s 02 Arena on [Read More...]
November 18, 2013
Joel Hodgson to host MST3K Turkey Day Marathon on November 28th
From Geek Goes Rogue TV Editor Zach W. Lorton, as told to by the seemingly blank November calendar taped to his desk… When I was in high school, my friends Eric and Jamie introduced me to a little 2-hour program on Comedy Central called Mystery Science Theater 3000. I hadn’t fully embraced geek culture yet, so [Read More...]
November 17, 2013
GGR Reviews Almost Human – “Pilot”
From Geek Goes Rogue TV Editor Zach W. Lorton, as told to by the electronic-sprinkled alternative music coming from his Spotify stream… When I first saw the trailer for the new Fox action/drama/comedy… SHOW… Almost Human, I was immediately intrigued. My first thought was, “Looks like RoboCop meets Alien Nation.” Still, the premise may not be the most [Read More...]
November 14, 2013
The Michael J. Fox Show – Newer Family, Stronger Ties
From Geek Goes Rogue TV Editor Zach W. Lorton, as told to by the air conditioning, which is actually running in the apartment, even though it’s below 40 degrees outside… There are two things that remind me of being younger. One of them is my homemade chili cheese dip. Layer one brick of cream cheese, [Read More...]
