The Future of Star Trek and Why We Need It

Mike speaks of the importance of Star Trek changing with it’s audience and continuing it’s mission to “boldly go” forward.

EditorialsMike LunsfordDecember 9, 2021Editorial, Star Trek, Star Trek: Discovery, Picard, inclusivity, equality, racism, sexismComment

Racist Mascots HAVE TO GO

Mike discusses the insidious nature of social media posts that try to manipulate your emotions regarding racist mascots and logo.

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A Plea For Life

The staff here at GGR would like a minute of your time to discuss the seriousness of the Coronavirus and the stress it’s putting on our hospitals and healthcare workers.

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Editorial: Pick Your Geek Battles

Our EIC has some thoughts on what geeky battles are worth fighting

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Editorial: The Sacred Dinner Table

Mariah Beachboard has an editorial discussing how to navigate the difficult world of pandemic and the changes in our world

"That's a Bold Strategy..."

Sometimes avoiding a confrontation is not the best way to move forward.

Mike LunsfordJune 22, 2020Comment

Editorial: When Being A "Refuge" Isn't Enough

Here at GGR, Black Lives Matter and it’s not something we’re willing to negotiate.

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Mike's Thoughts: Quarantine

Mike gives us some editor thoughts on all this quarantine stuff.

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Letter to the Editor: Nomme de plume, Alter Ego, Secret Identity

Esteban Quintanilla gives us his observations on the changing nature of identity for super heroes.

Kevin Smith: The Good, The Bad, and the Disappointing

Andy Bartsch gives us his thoughts on his film directing hero, Kevin Smith and his career.

EditorialsAndy BartschMarch 26, 2020Kevin Smith, Editorial, Andy Bartsch, director, film, Clerks, Mallrats, Chasing Amy, Dogma, Clerks IIComment

Proud of My Team and Our Commitment to You

Mike talks about how proud he is of the GGR staff and talks about the site’s commitment to its readers and listeners.

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Mike’s Best Geeky/Nerdy Moments from 2019!

Mike has his “best of 2019” article ready for you!

Mea Culpa, Movies and Morality

Mike talks about an overdue apology and the difference in messages with recently released movies like Joker and Toy Story 4.

EditorialsMike LunsfordOctober 16, 2019editorial, Mike Lunsford, mea culpa, Toy Story 4, Addam's Family, Todd Phillips, Joker, Joaquin Phoenix, Movies, morality, blogComment

Shared Cultural Experiences

Mike talks about his road trip home from Disney World and his run in with an all too common issue.

My Birthday Month: The Depression Wars

February is dark and dreary, the perfect time for a birthday!

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Mike's Thoughts Part 2: Attack of the Jerks

Millennials, angry old people, participation trophies, retail Hell and more in this week’s editorial!

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Mike's Thoughts

Mike gives his thoughts on The Orville, Star Trek: Discovery, Disney Park’s price increase, and some of the changes here at GGR. Give it a read!

Christmas Lights

Christmas lights are one of my favorite things about this time of year. Here’s the why behind it.

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A 4 Years Late Tribute to Robin Williams

Mike has a tribute for Robin Williams on the anniversary of his death 4 years ago.

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Anthony Bourdain 1956-2018

Rest In Peace, Anthony Bourdain

Mike LunsfordJune 8, 2018Comment