[GAS] Science Class: The Sun and Solar Flares

Good morning, Geeks. Please take your seats. Today we’ll discuss the science behind solar flares and the distinction between a flare and coronal mass ejections. By now you’ve all seen the images and video from Tuesday’s M2.5 flare and CME. What you may not have gotten is a look at what solar flares actually are […]



R2D2 Swimsuits: The MOAR Bikinis Edition [Pics]

When one of our Facebook page commenters told us he wanted “LESS BIKINIS, MOAR SCIENCE”, I was about to stop posting pictures of female cosplayer altogether, but fortunately for me (and probably for a lot of you too), a horde of loyal fans came to the rescue telling me that they wanted more of both. […]

The [GAS] Father’s Day Gift Guide

Father’s Day is June 19th and we know you’re still scrambling around trying to find the perfect gift, but that’s okay! Don’t panic. These are some of our favorite collectibles, quirky finds and fan gear, perfect for any geek guy. The Jayne Cobb Hat Everyone who loves Firefly knows about Jayne’s hat, and Ma Cobb’s […]



Like a G6 Parody: Roll a D6, Roll a D6 [Video]

OMG! Best. Song. Parody. Of. ALL. TIME. There’s only one thing I don’t agree with however: Coke certainly isn’t the best beverage to have while playing D&D. [Via]

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2: First Official Trailer [Video]

Yeah, that trailer we posted a few weeks ago was a fake apparently, but this one is the real deal, geeks. Enjoy the show!

Rebecca Black + Star Wars = Primeday

Yeah, we know, Rebecca Black’s Friday really sucks, but this version from the folks at Teddie Films is actually a little better. Check it out. Oh, and yes, Primeday is actually the name of a real day in the Star Wars universe. [Youtube]

Arnold Schwarzenbunny: Giant Rabbit Fossil Found

Scientist recently discovered that a rabbit as large as the Easter Bunny actually existed. Although it didn’t poop candy or give people type 2 diabetes, it was over six times the size of nature’s current cuddly little throw pillows. A recent study published in the Journal of Vertebrate Paleontology reports that fossils of these tubby […]

Star Wars + Día de los Muertos = WIN!

Artist John Karpinsky, also known as “Captain Magnificent” on Etsy, made these pretty awesome illustrations combining his love of Star Wars and the cultural influence that his wife’s last job (at a mostly Hispanic school) had on him. Please note that all these illustations are available for purchase at John’s Etsy Shop. [Captain Magnificent – […]