STEAM Geeks

Episode 25: Cherie Priest, The Clockwork Century and Zombies!

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 09:00:49 -0800

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!

Episode 24: Hugo and Period Costuming

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 09:00:26 -0800

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.

Episode 23: A Very Steampunk Thanksgiving

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 09:00:43 -0800

On a very thankful STEAMGeeks 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!

Episode 22: Back to the Future III and Tea Girls

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 09:00:00 -0800

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.

Episode 21: Candlelit Ghost Stories

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 09:00:04 -0700

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?

Episode 20: Vodka Fueled Dystopia

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 09:00:41 -0700

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!

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 09:00:23 -0700

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.

Episode 18: The Guild

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 09:00:47 -0700

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.

Episode 17: Review-A-Thon!

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 09:00:13 -0700

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 Progessivism

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 09:00:28 -0700

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.

Episode 15: Claire Hummel and ComicCon 2011

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 06:00:29 -0700

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!

Episode 14: Tequila, Steampunk and the Art of Distressing

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Thu, 14 Jul 2011 06:00:08 -0700

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.

Episode 13: Steampunk Around the World with Pip and Tee

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 06:00:53 -0700

In this episode 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.

Episode 12: Striding into the Labyrinth

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 00:12:40 -0700

The League sits down with Shawn Strider, the creator of Labyrinth of Jareth Masquerade Ball. We discuss immersive events and what they mean to the steampunk community.

Episode 11: Maker Faire, Steampunk and DIY

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 23:57:18 -0700

Maker Faire, Steampunk and DIY: 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.

Episode 10: Gail Carriger and Victorian Era Monsters

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Thu, 19 May 2011 00:34:11 -0700

Gail Carriger and Victorian Era Monsters: 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.ß

Episode 09: Talking with Tony

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Wed, 04 May 2011 23:43:30 -0700

Talking with Tony: 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!

Episode 08:Rusty vs. Shiny

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 22:22:49 -0700

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.

Episode 07: Dieselpunk!

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:07:15 -0700

Dieselpunk vs Steampunk: Join James Lavrakas, Andrew Fogel, Russell Isler, Nick Baumann, Robin Blackburn, Sheyne Fleischer, and Glenn Freund. We review the recent movie Sucker Punch and have a discussion investigating dieselpunk, the sister genre to steampunk.

Episode 06: Steampunk Modes of Transportation

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:16:04 -0700

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.

Episode 05: WildWildWestCon

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 23:00:00 -0800

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

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0800

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.

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:00:00 -0800

Join JayAre, Baron Von Fogel, and Thaddeus 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.

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 07:00:00 -0800

Join JayAre, Baron Von Fogel, Crackitus, Lady Potts, Sir Conrad, and Thaddeus as they review several types of Rootbeer. 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

podcast@leagueofsteam.com (The League of S.T.E.A.M.) — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 23:09:00 -0800

Western Influence in the Steampunk Genre: Join JayAre, Baron Von Fogel, Crackitus, Lady Potts, and Jasper Mooney as they review True Grit and several types of Whiskey. And finally a lively discussion about the Western genre and it's infusion into Steampunk.