ICYMI: #GeekyParentGuide
In This Month's Geeky Parent Guide, Fanbase Press' @travisadork.bsky.social Shares Recommendations for "What to Watch" As a Family...As Your Tween Explores Their Independence
Geeky Parent Guide: Figuring Out What to Watch - Tween Edition - Fanbasepress
Parenting is a moving clock, but the hour and minute hands rotate together slowly – at the beginning. Then, as your kids get older, the hour and minutes start
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July 10, 2025 at 2:43 PM
ICYMI: #GeekyParentGuide
@fanbasepress.bsky.social's #GeekyParentGuide by @travisadork.bsky.social will be returning this year w/ a renewed focus on “Bringing Stories into Action:” not only highlighting the themes within the stories we love, but demonstrating to our children how we can apply those themes in our daily lives.
Fanbase Press’ ‘Geeky Parent Guide’ Editorial Series to ‘Bring Stories into Action’
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For 9 years, Fanbase Press’ Geeky Parent Guide editorial series - helmed by Senior Contributor (and father of two) Travis Lakata - has helped parents and
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February 24, 2026 at 7:01 PM
@fanbasepress.bsky.social's #GeekyParentGuide by @travisadork.bsky.social will be returning this year w/ a renewed focus on “Bringing Stories into Action:” not only highlighting the themes within the stories we love, but demonstrating to our children how we can apply those themes in our daily lives.
Hats off to @travisadork.bsky.social on another incredible year of the #GeekyParentGuide at @fanbasepress.bsky.social! I'm so grateful to Travis for documenting his experience as a "geeky parent" & sharing his insights & recommendations on how to positively navigate pop culture & beyond as a family.
As 2025 comes to a close, the Geeky Parent Guide's @travisadork.bsky.social shares how he and his family have bonded over geeky media this year.
Geeky Parent Guide: A Retrospective for 2025 - Fanbasepress
It’s safe to say the Geeky Parent Guide (GPG) felt different this year with the kiddos turning 11 (over the summer) and 13 (this fall). The mind still cannot
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December 24, 2025 at 1:40 AM
Hats off to @travisadork.bsky.social on another incredible year of the #GeekyParentGuide at @fanbasepress.bsky.social! I'm so grateful to Travis for documenting his experience as a "geeky parent" & sharing his insights & recommendations on how to positively navigate pop culture & beyond as a family.
"Parenting is a moving clock...Even when it comes to something as simple watching TV shows and movies, sometimes, your kids choose to be on their own."
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#GeekyParentGuide
In This Month's Geeky Parent Guide, Fanbase Press' @travisadork.bsky.social Shares Recommendations for "What to Watch" As a Family...As Your Tween Explores Their Independence
Geeky Parent Guide: Figuring Out What to Watch - Tween Edition - Fanbasepress
Parenting is a moving clock, but the hour and minute hands rotate together slowly – at the beginning. Then, as your kids get older, the hour and minutes start
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July 13, 2025 at 6:59 PM
"Parenting is a moving clock...Even when it comes to something as simple watching TV shows and movies, sometimes, your kids choose to be on their own."
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#GeekyParentGuide
In this month's Geeky Parent Guide article, Fanbase Press' @travisadork.bsky.social offers a few movie picks to share with your kiddos as they get older!
Geeky Parent Guide: Movie Picks As the Kids Get Older - Fanbasepress
What I think of blockbuster movies might differ from someone else. Whether they were gigantic summer hits or gained a huge following because of an
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September 2, 2025 at 1:40 AM
"Regardless of time, it will always be relevant to see good fighting against Nazis."
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#GeekyParentGuide
In the latest Geeky Parent Guide, Fanbase Press' @travisadork.bsky.social shares a few PG-13 monster movie options for your kiddos to enjoy this Halloween!
Geeky Parent Guide: Movie Monster Season - Fanbasepress
Movie monsters come in all shapes and sizes, but it’s hard to judge how kids will react to horror movies. Based on one’s age, a creepy atmosphere can be too
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October 31, 2025 at 6:07 PM
"Regardless of time, it will always be relevant to see good fighting against Nazis."
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Are you a fan of #PaperGirls? Check out the #GeekyParentGuide over on @fanbasepress.bsky.social for my take on why it's awesome.
May 4, 2026 at 5:12 PM
Are you a fan of #PaperGirls? Check out the #GeekyParentGuide over on @fanbasepress.bsky.social for my take on why it's awesome.
Coming up on the next #GeekyParentGuide: It's all about date night ideas! So follow @fanbasepress.bsky.social to check out the latest installment once it publishes.
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February 26, 2025 at 12:20 AM
Coming up on the next #GeekyParentGuide: It's all about date night ideas! So follow @fanbasepress.bsky.social to check out the latest installment once it publishes.
"But how do we deal with #parenting pre-teens...
...I have no idea.
Wait, is this the point where I’m supposed to share some insightful thing that’s supposed to make parenting easier or at least help everyone let out a peaceful sigh of relief? Well, okay, I’ll try."
#GeekyParentGuide
...I have no idea.
Wait, is this the point where I’m supposed to share some insightful thing that’s supposed to make parenting easier or at least help everyone let out a peaceful sigh of relief? Well, okay, I’ll try."
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In This Month's Geeky Parent Guide, Fanbase Press' @travisadork.bsky.social Discusses His Approach to Parenting in the Age of the Internet fanbasepress.com/press/featur...
Geeky Parent Guide: Parenting in the Age of the Internet - Fanbasepress
What is happening with the Geeky Parent Guide (GPG) in 2025? Well, I am hoping to share experiences that will resonate with other parents. As if that wasn’t a
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February 1, 2025 at 8:34 PM
"But how do we deal with #parenting pre-teens...
...I have no idea.
Wait, is this the point where I’m supposed to share some insightful thing that’s supposed to make parenting easier or at least help everyone let out a peaceful sigh of relief? Well, okay, I’ll try."
#GeekyParentGuide
...I have no idea.
Wait, is this the point where I’m supposed to share some insightful thing that’s supposed to make parenting easier or at least help everyone let out a peaceful sigh of relief? Well, okay, I’ll try."
#GeekyParentGuide
"We swam with sea turtles. Let me say that again: We swam with freaking sea turtles. Never in my life could I have imagined being in a position where we could experience that with our kids."
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#GeekyParentGuide
In the latest Geeky Parent Guide, Fanbase Press' @travisadork.bsky.social shares his picturesque family trip to Barbados and notes the benefits of a "less-active" vacation
Geeky Parent Guide: International Adventures - A Chill Vibe in Barbados - Fanbasepress
What does it mean to go on vacation with your kids? Are you traveling to explore a new city and see all of the things? Or is relaxation a necessary
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August 6, 2025 at 12:41 AM
"We swam with sea turtles. Let me say that again: We swam with freaking sea turtles. Never in my life could I have imagined being in a position where we could experience that with our kids."
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#GeekyParentGuide
"...the people we surround ourselves with can make every step of our journey better. So, the #GeekyParentGuide wants to recognize some folks for being amazing..."
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Geeky Parent Guide: Sharing Some Love - What We’re Thankful for… - Fanbasepress
Being thankful for what’s around us can be an easy thing to overlook. Whether we’re busy with work, filled with worry from simply being a parent or constant
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December 4, 2025 at 3:24 PM
"...the people we surround ourselves with can make every step of our journey better. So, the #GeekyParentGuide wants to recognize some folks for being amazing..."
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#thankful @fanbasepress.bsky.social
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Cow! Now, go catch my thoughts on #Twister and how it feels 30 years later. 🐄 #GeekyParentGuide
September 26, 2026 at 6:25 PM
Cow! Now, go catch my thoughts on #Twister and how it feels 30 years later. 🐄 #GeekyParentGuide
"In a world where the increase in billionaires seems to be overflowing while many more struggle with the cost of living, this is another reason why this film connects (with me) so much: It highlights consequences for those who abuse power."
#Oceans13 #movies #GeekyParentGuide
#Oceans13 #movies #GeekyParentGuide
In this month's Geeky Parent Guide, Fanbase Press' @travisadork.bsky.social highlights what parents and teens can take away from 'Ocean's 13'
Geeky Parent Guide: The ‘Ocean’s 13’ Takedown - Fanbasepress
Willy Bank. A “successful” businessman who uses his position of power, while threatening harm to others, to gain more and more. Bank (played by Al Pacino) is
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July 11, 2026 at 4:31 PM
"In a world where the increase in billionaires seems to be overflowing while many more struggle with the cost of living, this is another reason why this film connects (with me) so much: It highlights consequences for those who abuse power."
#Oceans13 #movies #GeekyParentGuide
#Oceans13 #movies #GeekyParentGuide
"For years, #Panem has been witness to citizens being abducted, public executions, and physical and psychological torture only one can imagine. Now, those same people will watch those rulers explore even more depraved opportunities to maintain control when it all seems lost."
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In This Month's Geeky Parent Guide, Fanbase Press' @travisadork.bsky.social Discusses the Role of Corruption & Sacrifice in 'Mockingjay - Part 2' and Why These Are Teachable Lessons for Future Generations
Geeky Parent Guide: ‘Mockingjay: Part 2’ - Corruption & Sacrifice - Fanbasepress
Mockingjay – Part 2 is the culmination of districts living through decades of tyranny and fighting back against horrific rules of law that kept them divided.
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May 30, 2026 at 1:09 AM
"For years, #Panem has been witness to citizens being abducted, public executions, and physical and psychological torture only one can imagine. Now, those same people will watch those rulers explore even more depraved opportunities to maintain control when it all seems lost."
#GeekyParentGuide
#GeekyParentGuide
"This film, although it had been a few years since watching it until recently, is a reminder that certain ideas, to hope and dream of a better life, never expire. It doesn’t go away, and I can’t think of a better message for my kids to one day see and (hopefully) watch."
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#GeekyParentGuide
Fanbase Press' Geeky Parent Guide returns in 2026 with a focus on 'Bringing Stories into Action.' This month, @travisadork.bsky.social celebrates 'A Knight's Tale' on its 25th anniversary and highlights the impactful themes of the film!
Geeky Parent Guide: Celebrating ‘A Knight’s Tale’ on Its 25th Anniversary - Fanbasepress
Fanbase Press' Geeky Parent Guide aims to highlight media that both kids AND their grown-ups will be able to enjoy. This year, the GPG is focusing on digging
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March 1, 2026 at 9:28 PM
"This film, although it had been a few years since watching it until recently, is a reminder that certain ideas, to hope and dream of a better life, never expire. It doesn’t go away, and I can’t think of a better message for my kids to one day see and (hopefully) watch."
#GeekyParentGuide
#GeekyParentGuide
It's safe to say #PaperGirls is one of my favorite #comicbook series. Whether you've read the series or not, check out my #GeekyParentGuide over on @fanbasepress.bsky.social where I discuss a little bit about why it's so great.
#StoriesMatter #geekyparent #comics
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Geeky Parent Guide: ‘Paper Girls’ - Masterfully Together - Fanbasepress
If you were to say the words “comic books,” the first thought that comes to mind for me might be Paper Girls. This is an incredible six-volume series,
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May 3, 2026 at 1:40 PM
It's safe to say #PaperGirls is one of my favorite #comicbook series. Whether you've read the series or not, check out my #GeekyParentGuide over on @fanbasepress.bsky.social where I discuss a little bit about why it's so great.
#StoriesMatter #geekyparent #comics
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#StoriesMatter #geekyparent #comics
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"Worthy of all the goosebumps you will feel during her speech, it comes on the backend of a longstanding relationship built within four seasons of excellent television."
Check out the #GeekyParentGuide at @fanbasepress.bsky.social!
#ShareYourHope
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Check out the #GeekyParentGuide at @fanbasepress.bsky.social!
#ShareYourHope
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Geeky Parent Guide: Characters That Inspire Hope - Fanbasepress
Everyone can find hope in fictional characters. Whether you’re reading a fantastic science fiction, watching an epic fantasy, or rewatching a childhood
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May 30, 2025 at 1:30 PM
"Worthy of all the goosebumps you will feel during her speech, it comes on the backend of a longstanding relationship built within four seasons of excellent television."
Check out the #GeekyParentGuide at @fanbasepress.bsky.social!
#ShareYourHope
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Check out the #GeekyParentGuide at @fanbasepress.bsky.social!
#ShareYourHope
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"Our children need to be given the tools to recognize & denounce hate – which is equally relevant today – &, hopefully, find themselves as adults in a world where coming together to share our differences is the epitome of our existence."
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Geeky Parent Guide: ‘Maus’ - Remembering History Through Graphic Novels - Fanbasepress
Stories can be powerful tools to depict important moments. Whether it’s a fictional character presenting a sense of trustworthiness, life lessons learned
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January 30, 2025 at 12:00 AM
"Our children need to be given the tools to recognize & denounce hate – which is equally relevant today – &, hopefully, find themselves as adults in a world where coming together to share our differences is the epitome of our existence."
#GeekyParentGuide
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#GeekyParentGuide
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Share a GIF of some PG-13 movie monsters.
Read about the latest #GeekyParentGuide over on @fanbasepress.bsky.social here: fanbasepress.com/press/featur...
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October 31, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Share a GIF of some PG-13 movie monsters.
Read about the latest #GeekyParentGuide over on @fanbasepress.bsky.social here: fanbasepress.com/press/featur...
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"I want my kids to be happy. I want Meghan to be happy. I want my friends to find joy & success & do whatever else that helps bring a smile to their faces..."
Read my #GeekyParentGuide retrospective over on @fanbasepress.bsky.social:
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Read my #GeekyParentGuide retrospective over on @fanbasepress.bsky.social:
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Geeky Parent Guide: A Retrospective for 2024 - Fanbasepress
The year has come and gone much faster than previous years, and the reality of my kids getting older has never been quite so vivid. My daughter Adelaide
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January 25, 2025 at 6:28 PM
"I want my kids to be happy. I want Meghan to be happy. I want my friends to find joy & success & do whatever else that helps bring a smile to their faces..."
Read my #GeekyParentGuide retrospective over on @fanbasepress.bsky.social:
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Read my #GeekyParentGuide retrospective over on @fanbasepress.bsky.social:
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Don't forget to check out the #GeekyParentGuide and my thoughts on season 1 of #TedLasso.
"His life is far from perfect & his relationships are not either...Ted is sometimes masking pain we only get to see when he’s home alone...a great example of how one never knows what’s going on in another person’s life."
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Geeky Parent Guide: ‘Ted Lasso’ - The Hero We Need - Fanbasepress
Ted Lasso is one of those television series you hear about and possibly think, “It can’t be as good as everyone says it is, right?” Even if one wanted to
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September 5, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Don't forget to check out the #GeekyParentGuide and my thoughts on season 1 of #TedLasso.
I loved the first season of #TedLasso so much that I had to watch it again the following week - and that was just this past week!
Now, I just need to watch the other seasons.
#GeekyParentGuide #Streaming #TV
Now, I just need to watch the other seasons.
#GeekyParentGuide #Streaming #TV
In This Month's Geeky Parent Guide, Fanbase Press' @travisadork.bsky.social Shares Why 'Ted Lasso' Is the Hero We Need
Geeky Parent Guide: ‘Ted Lasso’ - The Hero We Need - Fanbasepress
Ted Lasso is one of those television series you hear about and possibly think, “It can’t be as good as everyone says it is, right?” Even if one wanted to
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August 28, 2026 at 12:30 AM
I loved the first season of #TedLasso so much that I had to watch it again the following week - and that was just this past week!
Now, I just need to watch the other seasons.
#GeekyParentGuide #Streaming #TV
Now, I just need to watch the other seasons.
#GeekyParentGuide #Streaming #TV
"The series revolves around ‘80s lingo and insecurities, while enhancing what it means to quickly form bonds of friendship, where trust and empathy are earned."
Read more about #PaperGirls over on the #GeekyParentGuide!
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Read more about #PaperGirls over on the #GeekyParentGuide!
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Geeky Parent Guide: ‘Paper Girls’ - Masterfully Together - Fanbasepress
If you were to say the words “comic books,” the first thought that comes to mind for me might be Paper Girls. This is an incredible six-volume series,
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July 15, 2026 at 5:53 PM
"When a person is struggling to find themselves, working various jobs, and the only joy that they (I) find comes in the form of seeing movies and getting lost in those stories, this particular movie tells a story of hope, while also making us laugh."
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Geeky Parent Guide: Celebrating ‘A Knight’s Tale’ on Its 25th Anniversary - Fanbasepress
Fanbase Press' Geeky Parent Guide aims to highlight media that both kids AND their grown-ups will be able to enjoy. This year, the GPG is focusing on digging
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July 15, 2026 at 5:45 PM
"It’s the simple notion of watching a television show to realize something as mischievous as a con artist could bring an entire planet to its knees, but then watch those who know right from wrong step in to bring this colossal scam to light."
#GeekyParentGuide #TNG
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#GeekyParentGuide #TNG
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Geeky Parent Guide: Gaining a ‘Devil’s Due’ Perspective - Fanbasepress
Fanbase Press’ Geeky Parent Guide aims to highlight media that both kids AND their grown-ups will be able to enjoy. This year, the GPG is focusing on digging
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July 15, 2026 at 5:46 PM