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Episode 49: Winter Cocktails and DIY Gifts.
Dec 19, 2013
We felt it was high past time to reprise our exploration of season beverages. Back again is Eron Rauch, cocktail enthusiast, photographer, food blogger and friend. We sit down around the microphones to warm up in spirit of the season with some seasonal spirits! Following that, we discuss some simple DIY style gifts ideas.
Mulled Wine
One bottle of wine
2 tblsp whole allspice
2 tblsp whole clove
2 tblsp dried orange rind
2 tblsp cinnamon
1/3 cup sugar or honey
2 cups orange juice/Triple Sec/brandy (optional)
2 tblsp vanilla extract or 1 bean (optional)
2 tblsp star anise (optional)
Place all ingredients in a pan over low heat. Do not let it boil, you'll lose your alcohol! Allow it to mull for at least 30 minutes. A crock pot will work quite well. Ladle into mugs, and enjoy!
Hot Port Sangaree
15 oz of ruby port
2 oz pomegranate molasses
3 1/2 oz simple syrup
3/4 oz lemon juice
3 dashes Angostura Bitters
5 dashes Orange Bitters
Combine ingredients in a 750 ml bottle. If not being served immediately it will keep, tightly corked, for up to a week in a refrigerator. Pour 4 ounces of sangaree and one lemon twist for each serving into a pan over low heat. Allow to heat to just under boiling and strain into a mug. Garnish with a strip of lemon peel and some fresh grated nutmeg.
Hot Buttered Rum
1 stick unsalted butter
1 tsp ground allspice
1 tsp ground nutmeg
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground cloves
2 cups brown or raw sugar
dark or spiced rum
Cream together all ingredients except the rum with a spoon or a mixer to form the batter.
Put on a kettle and bring to a boil. Place a heaping tablespoon of the batter in a mug, add an ounce or two of the rum, and top with 2-3 ounces of hot water from the the kettle.
The Stinger
2 parts Brandy or Cognac
1 part White Creme de Menthe
Add spirits to an ice filled cocktail shaker and give it a good shake for about 20-30 seconds. Strain into an ice filled rocks glass and serve.
Episode 48: Giving Thanks in 2013
Nov 27, 2013
Here at the S.T.E.A.M.Geeks crew, we know we're lucky and have quite a bit to be thankful for. In the spirit of the season, we reached out to our closest friends and asked them to tell us what they're thankful for this year. Here, like a turkey dinner for your ears, are the thanks of The League of S.T.E.A.M. family.
Thank YOU everyone!
Episode 47: The Return of Nerf!
Nov 21, 2013
We decided that Nerf was much to fun of a subject to limit to one podcast! Returning to that fertile field, we discuss how Nerf relates to steampunk, cosplay, has spawned its own costuming subgenre and Nerf culture in general. Joining Nick and Glenn are: Ken Braden, James Fail and Kim Beierl of The Adventurers League of G.E.A.R.S. (YouTube); Austin Serkin and Megan Maude.
In keeping with our spirit of adventure, Glenn and Sheyne took to the streets, er, aisles of Comikaze Expo 2013. With microphone in hand they set out to take the pulse of the con, live, as it happened from the "Fan in the Street."
We couldn't call ourselves "geeks", now, if we didn't devote an episode to discussing all things Nerf. Glenn and Nick, who are the biggest fan of Nerf in the S.T.E.A.M.Geeks crowd, are joined by fellow Nerf-a-holic James Fail, of The Adventurers League of G.E.A.R.S. Along the way they discuss all things Nerf and foam dart related.
Will we determine if it truly is "Nerf or Nothing!" ? Well, there's only one way to find out!
Episode 44: Spooky Cereals and Halloween Tales
Oct 10, 2013
Once again it's our favorite time of year. Halloween season, of course! Nick, Glenn, Russ and Andrew convene to commune with the dark powers. By dark powers, I mean breakfast cereals, and by commune I mean eat. General Mills has issued for this Halloween season the it full line of spooky sugary cereals: Fruit Brute, Yummy Mummy, Boo Berry, FrankenBerry and Count Chocula! Suitably fortified with several times the daily recommended allotment of vitamins and minerals, we tell tales of Halloweens gone by.
Episode 43: Live Webcast 01
Sep 26, 2013
In keeping with our spirit of adventure, we gave live streaming a try with Google Plus's Hangouts on Air. If you missed it, or just wanted to relive the fun in audio format, we're making our Live Webcast 01 this week's S.T.E.A.M.Geeks episode!
Join Nick, Robin, Trip, Russ, Andrew, Kate, Sheyne, Glenn, and Conrad in their own living rooms as we talk like pirates, talk about talking like pirates, discuss some very advance topics regarding the third season of our web series and answer some viewer questions. All as we try to figure out how hangouts work!
Please remember to share our kickatarter with your friends and family, and to contribute if you can! We really want to bring you the best third season ever!
We have an awesome podcast for you this time around! While at Dragon*Con 2013, the S.T.E.A.M.Geeks partnered with the Ratchet Retrocast crew to bring you an at-con, recorded in front of a live audience, double podcast. This is part one, part two will be available via the Ratchet Retrocast in one week! Don't miss out!
Episode 39: Pirates! In a podcast with Rum.
Aug 01, 2013
Once more the bottles of rum are uncorked as Nick, Duane and Russ are joined by Eric Schuman aka Stark Cordwain of The Dread Crew of Oddwood. The rum is sampled and reviewed as the topic of conversation turns to plunder on the high seas! Piracy, the golden age of sail and privateering are all fair game.
It's that time of year when geeks of all type, not just S.T.E.A.M., make their annual pilgrimage to the shores of sunny San Diego, California to attend the annual Comic Con International: San Diego. As our plates get a little full during this season Andrew, Glenn, Nick and Russ sat down to simply reminisce over Comic Cons gone by. It's like story hour, for nerds!
A topic we've missed for far too long, this week the S.T.E.A.M. Geeks start thinking 4th dimensionally! That's right, time travel! Joining us for this discussion are Donna Ricci of Clockwork Couture, and steampunk scholar Austin Sirkin.
Every Wednesday and Friday night they will run an episode, starting at the beginning. Not only that, but Thursday night's on their show "Steampunk Revolution" they will feature the audio of an episode of "The Adventures of The League of S.T.E.A.M."! Don't miss it!
Episode 36: A Perry Tasty Review!
Jun 20, 2013
We were a bit parched this week, so we decided to focus an entire review on Pear Ciders. Somewhat under represented in most of our local markets, we scoured the local beverage establishments in order to secure adequate supplies to review! Joining us is Joshua Watts of Burbank's own Clockwork Couture.
But that's not all! We're proud to announce our very first promotional contest here at S.T.E.A.M.Geeks! The Maiden Voyage Clothing Company was kind enough to donate a mighty cool "Anatomy of a Sailor" poster and you have a chance to win it! Simply write a review for us on iTunes, then tweet the first line of that review to @steamgeeks and @MaidenVoyageCo with the tag #MaidenVoyageContest. The contest is open from June 20 until July 18 and the winner will be announced July 25!
2013 Geekie Awards Honorable Mention!
Jun 11, 2013
The S.T.E.A.M.Geeks podcast has been honored by an honorable mention in the 2013 Geekie Awards!
Many many thanks to everyone who voted for us and supported our efforts to bring steamy and geeky podcast content to the world. We are very grateful to be mentioned in such notable company.
Episode 35: Summer Cocktails and Papa Hemingway
Jun 06, 2013
We're joined by cocktail enthusiast, photographer, food blogger and friend, Eron Rauch. Bottles are gathered, ice is crushed and we talk about cocktails to refresh your summer. Hemingway is invoked, techniques are discussed and hopefully some value is imparted to the listener!
Episode 33: Nova Albion Steampunk Exhibition
May 09, 2013
Our Wild Wild West Con "Live" podcast was so much fun we decided to do it again! Recently Glenn, Kate and Trip attended Nova Albion Steampunk Exhibition in Santa Clara, CA. While they were up there, they sat down with the ever wonderful Gail Carriger to talk in front of our microphones.
Episode 32: Worldbuilding Workshop
Apr 25, 2013
This week we kick off with a review of Lay's Potato Chips "Do Me a Flavor" limited edition chips.
Our main topic then covers creating worlds and using science, technology and magic i a steampunk setting for your authorial or role playing efforts. Joining us are Sherri Compton-Myers, author of Of Seraphim and Cherubim and Erik Sanstad.
Episode 31: Walking Brian Kesinger
Apr 11, 2013
We open up this podcast with a lively review of the new game from Irrational Games , BioShock: Infinite. Joining Trip and Russell for the review are Claire Hummel, who did some visual development for the game, and renowned game journalist Lisa Foiles.
As if that wasn't enough, Brian Kesinger returns to our podcast to give us the scoop on his new book, "Walking Your Octopus".
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Following that, our main topic is antiquing. Where to go, how to find, and how to buy antiques to fuel the creative needs of steampunks everywhere!
Run time: 1:31:31
Episode 29: Wild Wild West Con II
Mar 14, 2013
This week we're trying something new, something exciting! On the weekend of March 8-10 The League of S.T.E.A.M. was in Tucson, AZ to participate as entertainers at Wild Wild West Con II. While we were there, we set up our microphones and recorded our first "live" podcast. Gathered around were Glenn, Trip, Robin and Russell who were joined by Claire Hummel and Justinian Stanislaus the Emperor of the Red Fork Empire. Ryan McMann, Owner and CEO of WWWCII stopped in to say hello, as did John Strangeway. All throughout the podcast, we took questions and had discussions with our fantastic audience!
Episode 28: Jay Lake and Gail Carriger
Feb 28, 2013
This week we happen to be really slammed with the preparations for Wild Wild West Con, so we weren't able to record a podcast for you. However, we happened to have a couple interviews prepped and ready for JUST such an occasion!
Nick takes us back to 2012's World Steam Expo where he had the opportunity to sit down and talk with author Jay Lake (@jay_lake) . Not content with just one interview, Sheyne has a nice chat with Gail Carriger (@gailcarriger).
After a 13 month hiatus, S.T.E.A.M. Geeks returns! We've got a new website, new Twitter, new special guest lined up and more!
Starting off 2013 we give decided to have a bit of a retrospective of what we would have podcast about in 2012 were we not crazybusy with our Season Two production. Joining us are Diana Pho and John Strangeway, also known as Ay-Leen the Peacemaker and Steampunk Boba Fett.
Episode 25: Cherie Priest, The Clockwork Century and Zombies!
Dec 22, 2011
We bring our first year of podcasting to a close with a special guest panelist, award winning author Cherie Priest! Aubriana, Andrew, Duane, Russ and Glenn discuss the Clockwork Century series with Cherie. After her busy writing schedule whisks her away, our thoughts and hearts turn to that most special holiday topic of discussion... Zombies!We would like to thank all of you who have given us your ears in the last 12 months, and those who are new to the podcast! We wish you happy holidays, a prosperous New Year and a spectre free home! If you've enjoyed the podcast, we ask that you take the time to review it on iTunes, leave us some feedback. We want to hear what you liked, what you loved and what you could do without! Don't forget you can also call (323) 825-1883 to leave your comments in person, or email us here!
Episode 24: Hugo and Period Costuming
Dec 08, 2011
In this year's penultimate episode, Glenn, Sheyne, Russell, Kate and Andrew sit down to review the movie "Hugo". Subsequently the topic of costuming in period pieces and how fashion and film influence costume is debated.
News 1:21 Hugo 4:59 Costuming 29:47 Mail bag 1:00:38
Episode 23: A Very Steampunk Thanksgiving
Nov 24, 2011
On a very thankful S.T.E.A.M.Geeks we get in the spirit of the holiday by reviewing three different pumpkin pies. We will also be looking at the history of Thanksgiving. The League all chime in to say what they are thankful for this year. Come have a sit near the fire, grab a mug of cider and enjoy! Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
Episode 22: Back to the Future III and Tea Girls
Nov 10, 2011
On this podcast we look at one of our all time favorite movies Back to the Future III and explore the steampunk nature of the film. We also have the amazingly talented Brian Kesinger on to talk about his Tea Girl series.
Our favorite time of year has come upon us! James, Glenn, Trip and Russ convene in the candle lit dark to whisper secrets best heard in daylight. Monsterpieces, a ghoulish application for your eyePhone is reviewed with relish! Then we get into the holiday spirit by discussing ghost tales. We wrap up by filling your ears with four fatal tales of spectral horror!Join us, won't you?
Our very own Glenn, Sheyne, James, Aubriana and Trip gather around to sample Infused Vodkas. Suitably fortified, they discuss the topic of "Dystopia" and it's relevance and relation to steampunk.
Episode 19: Abney Park, Rum Revisited and Steampunk in Gaming!
Sep 29, 2011
We have yet another special guest packed episode for you this week! Our very good friends Captain Robert and Daniel Cederman of Abney Park join Glenn, Nick, Duane and Trip for a chat. Right off the bat they dive into our second review of that mighty liquor, Rum! Subsequently the topic moves onto Steampunk in gaming. Abney Park's Airship Pirates RPG is discussed, as well as a host of other games and how the genre of steampunk can be incorporated.
This week we are very happy to bring you two very special guests! Robin Thorsen, also known as "Clara" on "The Guild" and actor Doug Jones, guest star on "The Guild" but also known for such roles as "Abe Sapien" from the Hellboy movies. Our new friends bring along some of Jones Soda's new special edition "The Guild" flavors for us to taste. Then we discuss the role that steampunk plays in "The Guild" Season 5.
This time around we have devoted an entire podcast to reviews! Since we began STEAMGeeks folks have been rather enthusiastic about our reviews. The nice folks at Harper Voyager Publishing and Fox Chapel Publishing have sent us a couple books and put in contact with such authors as Tee Morris and Pip Ballantine. Independent craftsmen "Cogbots" sent us a generous review package of their wood gear kits. In order to catch up with what has become almost too much of a good thing, we are bringing you an all review Review-A-thon!
Naturally we had to start with another beverage review! This time we sample and savor some common and not-so-common Hard Ciders. Then we review the book "The Art of Steampunk" by Art Donovan. We wrap things up by examining and reviewing the Cogbots Cogs.
Episode 16: Victorian Conservatism vs. Steampunk Progressivism
Aug 18, 2011
Once again James, Robin, Nick, Andrew and Russell gather around the old microphone to bring you a review of the movie "Cowboys and Aliens". Then they continue with a discussion prompted by the previous episode's mail bag; a discussion comparing, contrasting and just talking about the relative differences between the progressive nature of Steampunk and how it is affected by the conservatism of the Victorian era.
League News: 01:24 Cowboys and Aliens Review: 08:05 Victorians vs Steampunks: 30:00 Mail Bag: 57:35
Episode 15: Claire Hummel and San Diego Comic Con 2011
Jul 28, 2011
Claire Hummel, renowned illustrator and the artist behind the cover to our Volume One DVD, is our special guest this week. San Diego Comic Con 2011 is our topic!
League News: 01:30 Claire Interview: 3:30 Comic-Con Review: 21:00 Mail Bag: 55:00
Episode 14: Tequila, Steampunk and the Art of Distressing
Jul 14, 2011
Join James, Robin, Nick and Sheyne as they have a lively review of Tequila. Once fortified, a discussion on the topic of distressing for effect on steampunk costuming and clothing.
League News: 01:30 Tequila Review:8:00 Distressing/Aging: 35:30 Mail Bag: 56:00
Episode 13: Steampunk Around the World with Pip and Tee
Jun 30, 2011
In this episde we are joined by special guests and new friends, Philippa Ballantine and Tee Morris, authors of the "Ministry of Peculiar Occurrences" series. We have a go at the topic of steampunk around the globe.
League News: 01:30 Interview: 05:00 Steampunk around the world: 26:00 Mail Bag: 54:00
Episode 12: Striding into the Labyrinth
Jun 16, 2011
The League sits down with Shawn Strider, the creator of the Labyrinth of Jareth Masquerade Ball. We discuss immersive events and what they mean to the steampunk community.
League News – 1:30 minutes Talking with Shawn Strider – 4:00
Episode 11: Maker Fair, Steampunk and DIY
Jun 02, 2011
The League reviews Maker Fair Bay Area 2011. Following that we explore the theme of steampunk and DIY (Do It Yourself) and how they've become so connected.
League News – 1:30 minutes Maker's Faire Review – 7:00 DIY & Steampunk - 34:30
Episode 10: Gail Carriger and Victorian Era Monsters
May 19, 2011
This week we have a special guest! Author Gail Carriger. After a bit of an interview, she joins us in a discussion of the classics. Classic monsters, that is, and their various origins in the Victorian Era.
Alas, some nefarious spirit haunted our recording and caused its corruption about halfway through. This episode unfortunately ends on a cliff hanger. We do apologize both to you, the listener and to Gail for the difficulties.
League News – 2:00 minutes Talking with Gail Carriger – 3:00
We got carried away talking with Tony Swatton, owner and metalsmith of The Sword and the Stone. Who is Tony? Why, he is the troll in our webisode "Big Trouble"! Not to mention he is responsible for some of the coolest arms and armor in many of your favorite movies!
Rusty Vs. Shiny! Join James Lavrakas, Andrew Fogel, and Russ Isler as they review a variety of honey whiskeys and weigh in on an ongoing debate within the steampunk community about rusty vs. shiny, old vs. new and how and when those design aesthetic can or should be used.
League News - 1:30 minutes Honey Whiskey Review - 3:00 minutes Rusty vs. Shiny - 23:00 minutes Mail Bag - 53:00 minutes
Join James Lavrakas, Andrew Fogel, Russ Isler, Nick Baumann, Robin Blackburn, Sheyne Fleischer, Glenn Freund, and Kate Walsh. We review the recent movie "Sucker Punch" and have a discussion investigating dieselpunk, the sister genre to steampunk.
League News - 1:30 minute Sucker Punch Review - 6:00 minutes Dieselpunk vs Steampunk - 23:30 minutes Mail Bag - 54:00 minutes
Episode 06: Steampunk Modes of Transportation
Mar 24, 2011
Join James Lavrakas, Andrew Fogel, Russell Isler, Nick Baumann, Robin Blackburn, Kate Walsh, Duane Matthews and special guest Ryan McMan as we review "Rango" (There will be spoilers!) We then move on to brainstorming types and technologies of historical and fictional transportation that could fit the steampunk theme.
League News - 1:30 minute Rango Review - 5:30 minutes Steampunk Modes of Transportation - 22:00 minutes Mail Bag - 50:30 minutes
The League of S.T.E.A.M. reviews and chats about their experiences at Wild Wild West Con.
Episode 04: The Ballad of Mona Lisa
Feb 25, 2011
Behind the Scenes Discussion of Panic! at the Disco's music video The Ballad of Mona Lisa with the League of S.T.E.A.M. cast and special guests Shane Drake, Geoff Flint, and Phillip Boutte.
Episode 03: Hats, Goggles and Rum. Accessories for your head.
Feb 11, 2011
Join James, Andrew, and Russell as they review several types of Rum. Followed by a lively discussion about everything in steampunk headwear, from top hats to mono goggles.
Episode 02: Steampunk Artistry and The League of S.T.E.A.M.
Jan 28, 2011
Join James, Andrew, Nick, Robin, Conrad, and Russell as they review several types of Root Beer. Followed by a lively discussion about the League's artistic background and how they formed into a Steampunk troupe.
Episode 01: Steampunk & the Wild West
Jan 12, 2011
Join James, Andrew, Nick, Robin and Duane as they review True Grit and several types of Whiskey. They then have a lively discussion about the Western genre and it's infusion into Steampunk.
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