We returned to the Bronx Zoo for the indoor exhibits, such as the Congo Gorilla Forest, the World of Reptiles, Jungle World, the Mouse House, the Butterfly Garden, the Children’s Zoo, and more!
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New York Aquarium (2021) | Sharks, Spineless Exhibit, Sea Lion Show, & More!
In this vlog, we went to the New York Aquarium in Brooklyn, NY. Documented on July 9, 2021. Join us, as we see sharks, the spineless exhibit, the sea lion show, and more!
LI Tropic Con Outdoor Summer Market (2021) & Wearing The Black Series Mandalorian Helmet from Hasbro
In this vlog, we attend the Long Island Tropic Con Outdoor Summer Market, on its final weekend in 2021, and Mike is wearing the Black Series Mandalorian Helmet from Hasbro, for a casual Mando cosplay (not a sponsor, just a fan).
NY Renaissance Faire on Opening Day 2021
In this vlog, we return to the NY Renaissance Faire on opening day 2021. From the shops to the shows, we had a fantastic day dressed as pirates! On this visit, we got to see the Birds of Prey, the Living Chess Match, Cirque du Sewer, and the Magikhana show! Steak on a stake, dancing,… Continue reading NY Renaissance Faire on Opening Day 2021
Adventureland Long Island | A Fun Summer Day in 2021
In this vlog, we return to Adventureland Long Island for a fun summer day in 2021. Adventureland is an amusement park that launched in 1962, with over 30 rides, including 2 rollercoasters and 3 water rides. We relive our 1980s youth once again, at our local theme park and do a couple of rides that… Continue reading Adventureland Long Island | A Fun Summer Day in 2021
Margaritaville Times Square NYC – Our Overnight Experience (2021)
In this vlog, we share our Margaritaville Times Square NYC overnight experience from July 2021. We give a tour of our standard room, grab drinks at the Landshark Bar on the 6th floor, and then up to the 31st and 32nd floors for the Five O’Clock Somewhere bar. We also have dinner at Margaritaville and… Continue reading Margaritaville Times Square NYC – Our Overnight Experience (2021)
Edge Sky Deck at Hudson Yards NYC | We Went 100 Stories Above Manhattan!
In this vlog, we went to the Edge Sky Deck at Hudson Yard NYC, 100 stories above Manhattan! For more information about this observation deck, including tickets, visit https://www.edgenyc.com.
Aerophile Balloon Ride & House of Blues Brunch at Disney Springs | Star Wars Trading Post (2021)
In this vlog, we return to Disney Springs for brunch at the House of Blues, a ride on the Aerophile Hot Air Balloon, and a little shopping at the World of Disney & Star Wars Trading Post. This is part 8 of 8 in our Walt Disney World video series. We will return to Orlando… Continue reading Aerophile Balloon Ride & House of Blues Brunch at Disney Springs | Star Wars Trading Post (2021)
An Epic EPCOT Day (2021)
In this vlog, we share an epic EPCOT day in Walt Disney World. Join us, as we go on Test Track, Frozen Ever After Ride, Gran Fiesta Tour, eat ribs at Regal Eagle Smokehouse, dinner at the Coral Reef Restaurant, Spaceship Earth, drinks around World Showcase, and more! This is part 7 of 8 in… Continue reading An Epic EPCOT Day (2021)
Wine Bar George / Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar / DCL Merch at Marketplace Co-Op | Disney Springs (2021)
In this vlog, we are back at Disney Springs for food and drinks. We kick off the night with the Coca-Cola Store Rooftop Beverage Bar, followed by a delicious dinner at Wine Bar George, and then drinks with friends at Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar. We also check out the Disney Cruise Line merchandise at Marketplace… Continue reading Wine Bar George / Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar / DCL Merch at Marketplace Co-Op | Disney Springs (2021)
Our Magical Day at Disney’s Magic Kingdom (2021) | Walt Disney World
In this vlog, we share our magical day at Disney’s Magic Kingdom. Join us on our adventures in Frontierland, Adventureland, Tomorrowland, Fantasyland, Liberty Square, and Main Street USA! The Peoplemover, Astro Orbiter, Space Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain, Splash Mountain, The Haunted Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbean… This is part 5 of 8 in our 2021… Continue reading Our Magical Day at Disney’s Magic Kingdom (2021) | Walt Disney World
Our First Time Dining at The Edison & More Disney Springs Stores (2021)
In this vlog, we do more Disney Springs shopping and have dinner at The Edison for the first time. The stores we visit include DisneyStyle, Star Wars Galactic Outpost, and Marvel Super Hero Headquarters. This is part 4 of 8 in our 2021 Walt Disney World video series, documented on May 27, 2021.
A Galactic Fun Day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios (2021) | From Slinky Dog Dash to Galaxy’s Edge
In this vlog, we return to Disney’s Hollywood Studios for a galactic fun day, beginning with taking the Disney Skyliner over from Pop Century Resort. This was our first time on Slinky Dog Dash. We return to Black Spire Outpost on Batuu – Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – for food, shopping, and the Rise of… Continue reading A Galactic Fun Day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios (2021) | From Slinky Dog Dash to Galaxy’s Edge
Disney Springs Date Night | World of Disney & Dinner at The Boathouse for Our Anniversary (2021)
In this vlog, we are at Disney Springs for the World of Disney store and to celebrate our 2nd wedding anniversary at The Boathouse for dinner. This is part 2 of 8 in our 2021 Walt Disney World video series, documented on May 26, 2021.
Our Flight to Orlando | Disney’s Magical Express to Pop Century Resort / Room Tour (2021)
In this vlog, we share our flight to Orlando, Florida, where we jump on Disney’s Magical Express and arrive at Pop Century Resort, to begin our Walt Disney World adventure. We also give you a tour of our room. This is part 1 of 8 in our 2021 Walt Disney World video series, documented on… Continue reading Our Flight to Orlando | Disney’s Magical Express to Pop Century Resort / Room Tour (2021)
Raiders of the Lost Ark 40th Anniversary with Our Indiana Jones Cosplay & Merch
In this vlog, we celebrate the Raiders of the Lost Ark 40th Anniversary with our Indiana Jones Cosplay & Merch. Check out the description on YouTube, for a list of links to most items mentioned in this video (not a sponsor, just a fan).
Mohegan Sun in 2021: Fun, Food, & Games!
In this vlog, we went to Mohegan Sun Casino & Resort in Uncasville, CT. We ate at Tom’s Urban and Tao; played games at Cyber Quest and explored Game On – an arcade with a bar and restaurant. We show you our room in the Earth Tower, as well as the promenade of retail shops… Continue reading Mohegan Sun in 2021: Fun, Food, & Games!
Adventureland Long Island is Back Open! (2021) | A Fun Day at Our Local Amusement Park
Adventureland Long Island is back open in 2021! An amusement park that launched in 1962, with over 30 rides (including 2 rollercoasters and 3 water rides). In this vlog, we relive our 1980s youth at our local theme park and bring you along for the ride! Adventureland reopened on April 10, 2021, with all the… Continue reading Adventureland Long Island is Back Open! (2021) | A Fun Day at Our Local Amusement Park
Indiana Jones Quarter Scale Action Figure from Diamond Select Toys (Unboxing & Review)
In this vlog, we check out the Indiana Jones Quarter Scale Action Figure from Diamond Select Toys – an unboxing & review.
Montauk Point Lighthouse, Camp Hero, Gift Shops & Eating Lobster in a Noisy Hotel
In this vlog, we went to Montauk Point for a weekend getaway. We visited the Montauk Lighthouse Museum, returned to Camp Hero, checked into a hotel by the sea, grabbed food from MTK Lobster House, explored a bunch of gift shops in Montauk village… On the way to Montauk Point, we also stopped at the… Continue reading Montauk Point Lighthouse, Camp Hero, Gift Shops & Eating Lobster in a Noisy Hotel
Disney Outlet Store on Long Island Closes Forever (2021)
Our Disney Outlet Store on Long Island Closes Forever – Riverhead, NY. This was our final visit, recorded on March 21, 2021.
We had a Convention from Home via Zoom
We had a Convention from home via Zoom that we call Zoom Con! It’s like Comic Con, but… at home. We cosplay, get silly, and have special celebrity guests!
Testing Cameras While Vlogging at Target for RAYA Merch
In this video, we are testing cameras (the Sony ZV-1 vs. Canon G7X Mark III), while vlogging at Target to find Raya and the Last Dragon Merch. Both cameras were shot on Full HD at 30p. Our Sony ZV-1 settings: Full HD at 30p 50M / Auto / Active Stabilization is best.
The Muppets Kermit the Frog & Miss Piggy nuiMOs are Out!
The Muppets Kermit the Frog & Miss Piggy nuiMOs are out! In this vlog, we return to our local Disney Store to find the new Muppets Disney nuiMOs and bring Kermit the Frog home.
Gremlins Stripe Puppet from Trick or Treat Studios | Unboxing & Reaction
In this vlog, we present the Gremlins Stripe puppet from Trick or Treat Studios – an unboxing and our reaction. This Gremlins Evil Stripe Puppet Prop was designed by Russ Lukich, who used an original Stripe form as reference. Check out Trick or Treat Studios.
Disney nuiMOs at Our Local Disney Store (We Take Mickey Home)
In this vlog, we find Disney nuiMOs at our local Disney store. After the Disney store, we return home and show you how to put clothes on the Mickey Mouse nuiMO.
Snowed In Home Vlog & Thoughts on Working from Home
In this snowed in home vlog, we share our thoughts on working from home, as well as some future cosplay plans. We also brush snow off our cars during our lunch break, and later make low carb taco bowls for dinner. Join us, as we spend our snow day at home when winter storm Orlena… Continue reading Snowed In Home Vlog & Thoughts on Working from Home
A Mid-Winter Lunch at the Beach
In this vlog, we have a mid-winter lunch at the beach and a drive-thru struggle at a beloved fast food restaurant. Welcome to life on Long Island in the middle of winter.
An Attempt to Magnetize a Star Wars Bumper Sticker
In this vlog, we make an attempt to magnetize a Star Wars Bumper Sticker. We’ve done it before, but can we do it again? “I brake for Tauntauns” artwork by Castle McQuade.
Geek Apartment Tour: Showing You What’s On Our Walls
In this vlog, we are showing you what’s on our walls (as of January 2021). Join us, as we celebrate our 100th video with an apartment tour. Movie posters, artwork, and fond memories of Star Wars Celebration, Galaxy’s Edge, Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights, and more! Welcome to our Geek Gallery!
Our Star Wars Footwear for Cosplay & Batuu Bounding
In this vlog, we show you our Star Wars footwear for cosplay & Batuu Bounding; however, it features discontinued items from Po-Zu.com. If you are searching for your own Star Wars footwear, for cosplay or casual purposes, check out https://www.magnoliclothiers.com and maybe do a search at https://www.etsy.com.
Disney Outlet Store | We Found More Star Wars Merch!
In this vlog, we went to the Disney Outlet Store in Riverhead, NY. We found more Star Wars merch, including the Boba Fett Talking Action Figure!
Our Star Wars Christmas Haul & Happy 2021!
In this vlog, we share our Star Wars Christmas haul and wish you a happy 2021! (FYI: Maria’s hat says “F You 2020”) *Mentions* Artwork Items: castlemcquade.com
Our 2020 Rewind
Geekendz Rewind 2020 – a glance at everything we did in 2020, in chronological order. We are ready for 2021!!!
The Mandalorian Season 2 Reaction (SPOILER-FREE) & Our Mandalorian Merch
In this vlog, we share our reaction to the Mandalorian Season 2 (spoiler-free) and show all of our Mandalorian merch! We documented every Friday, from October 30, 2020 to December 18, 2020, as we followed Mando and The Child on more adventures in the Star Wars universe. Thank you for watching our video, The Mandalorian… Continue reading The Mandalorian Season 2 Reaction (SPOILER-FREE) & Our Mandalorian Merch
Halloween 2020: Pumpkin Carving & Roasting Pumpkin Seeds
In this Halloween at home vlog, we are pumpkin carving & roasting pumpkin seeds, with a very special guest. Have a safe and happy Halloween!
Halloween Shopping in 2020
In this vlog, we go shopping at Spirit Halloween. Join us, as we find masks, costumes, and all sorts of other Halloween goodies.
The Bronx Zoo New York (2020)
In this vlog, we explore the Bronx Zoo New York, and encounter lions, and tigers, and bears! Oh my! We also go on the Wild Asia Monorail, the Bug Carousel, and the Trek and Climb, where we cross wavy bridges and crawl through elevated tunnels. The Bronx Zoo is one of the largest zoos in… Continue reading The Bronx Zoo New York (2020)
Rafting on the Delaware River with Kittatinny
In this vlog, we went rafting on the Delaware River – for 6-miles, to be exact! From Staircase to Matamoras, Pennsylvania, using Kittatinny Canoes (but, with rafts). We hit multiple sets of rapids and paddled beneath cliffs and spectacular rock formations. The Delaware River is spectacular! Come join us on this exciting rafting adventure!
Our Cabin at Kittatinny Campground PA
In this vlog, we give you a tour of our cabin at Kittatinny Campground, in Milford, Pennsylvania. A safe, fun, family getaway in a cabin in the woods. Join us!
Long Island Aquarium (2020)
In this vlog, we cover the Long Island Aquarium, which is located in Riverhead, New York. It features a 20,000-US-gallon coral reef display tank and sharks! Join us, as we explore the aquarium and encounter all sorts of sea life and more! Check them out! https://www.longislandaquarium.com
Backyard Water Park & Tiki Bar (Summer Vlog 2020) | Staycation
A Backyard Water Park & Tiki Bar is just what we need during the summer of 2020. Hang out with us in this vlog, from our staycation on 4th of July weekend. We have a backyard tiki lounge, tropical drinks, activities, a whale sprinkler, and more! Watch till the very end to see a firework… Continue reading Backyard Water Park & Tiki Bar (Summer Vlog 2020) | Staycation
Walt Disney World Rides: Our Top 5!
In this vlog, we share our top 5 favorite Walt Disney World rides, while tasting Disney coffee from Joffrey’s.
If you miss the Disney Parks like we do, you might enjoy our Walt Disney World vlog playlist, where we experience the rides mentioned in this video and more!
Relive the magic from home with us!
Summer of 2020 Begins (with Masks)
Beach vlog – the summer of 2020 begins (with masks)! Each year, our summer routine is to spend at least one “geekend” morning at our local Long Island beach with coffee, books, and music. This time, with masks and physical distancing. Happy summer! Mike’s Neck Gaiter: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JE5FGK6?…
Drive-In Movie Theater During Pandemic (Raiders of the Lost Ark)
We went to pop-up Drive-In Movie Theater during the pandemic, to see Raiders of the Lost Ark. Our car battery failed, too, but we had a quick solution! Join us on our adventure, alongside Indiana Jones.
Batuu Bounding | What to Wear at Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge
Batuu Bounding – What to Wear at Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge! In this video, we cover the outfits and props that we wear at Black Spire Outpost, Batuu – A/K/A Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. You can visit Batuu West in Disneyland or Batuu East at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World (that’s the one we visit). If you’re looking to cosplay in Star Wars Land, perhaps you’ll find this video informative! If you do, please give us a Thumbs Up on YouTube!
Visit YouTube to see the description of items mentioned in this video.
The Empire Strikes Back 40th Anniversary Celebration (Why We Love this Star Wars Classic)
The Empire Strikes Back 40th Anniversary Celebration! We explain why we love this Star Wars Classic by sharing some highlights and The Empire Strikes Back merchandise that we own, including some art pieces. Boba Fett, Yoda, Lando Calrissian, the Cloud City, Han Solo in Carbonite! John Williams’ best Star Wars score (in our opinion)! We love Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back and it knows it!
Mentions: Chris Trevas (Trevas Illustration): https://christrevas.com/
Beach & Coffee (Keeping Our Distance)
Beach & Coffee. That’s what we wanted on this sunny day, so that’s what we went after. Click play, if you’d care to join us for 5 minutes outside.
Star Wars Celebration Orlando 2017 (THROWBACK)
We react to our Star Wars Celebration Orlando 2017 archive footage. A commentary on one of the best experiences of our lives. This was our very first Star Wars Celebration, where we got to “see” George Lucas, Harrison Ford, and John Williams! We also met Mark Hamill and Billy Dee Williams! The Force was with us at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Star Wars, nothing but Star Wars!
A Week in the Geek Life (Quarantine Edition)
Welcome to a week in the life of Star Wars geeks – quarantine edition! In this home vlog, we show you how we make the best of it in quarantine. Does it change our desire to cosplay and purchase Baby Yoda dolls? Nope. Hang out with us, as we show you our Star Wars attire & collectibles, whilst drinking coffee, Kung Fu-ing, grocery shopping, and cooking low-carb dinners.
This video begins on April 27, 2020 and concludes on May 4, 2020.
Stormtroopers Interrogate Us All Day! | Batuu Bounding | Galaxy’s Edge Food & Merch
In this Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge vlog, stormtroopers interrogate us all day!
We show you our Batuu Bounding outfits, then start the day with a Bright Suns Morning breakfast at Docking Bay 7.
We say hello to Chewbacca, followed by some shopping at the Black Spire Outpost marketplace & Dok Ondar’s Den of Antiquities.
We grab an Endorian Chicken Wrap at Ronto Roasters, just before Kylo Ren orders his stormtroopers to arrest us (you’ll see).
All the excitement brought us to Oga’s Cantina, where we saw DJ R3X (Rex) and got a numb mouth from a Fuzzy Tauntaun.
After another close encounter with the stormtroopers, we grab some Blue Milk spiked with rum!
We visit the Droid Depot, and then return to Docking Bay 7 for more food, such as the Batuuan Beef Pot Roast & Endorian Fried Chicken Tip-Yip (we ate outside).
Of course, the stormtroopers wouldn’t let us leave without another interrogation. At night, we report to Rey and say “Til the Spire!”
May the Geekendz be with you!
Disney Springs Shopping | Chicken Guy | Finding Baby Yoda Merch & Indiana Jones Funko Pop!
In this Disney vlog, we’re in Disney Springs doing some shopping. We start the video at Pop Century Resort, as we use Disney World Transportation to jump over to Disney Springs. Mike explains that he’s on a hunt for the new Indiana Jones Adventure Funko Pop, for the 25th Anniversary of the attraction in Disneyland.
Before we dive into the Disney Springs shopping, we grab a quick bite at Chicken Guy.
We head over to Disney Style, where we find all sorts of Disney merchandise, including Loungefly mini backpacks.
After that, we made our way over to Star Wars Trading Post, where we found Baby Yoda socks, and all sorts of Star Wars merch.
Next: we stepped into Marketplace Co-Op, where we found a Baby Yoda t-shirt.
We found more Baby Yoda, and other Disney merch, at World of Disney.
Finally: Mike finds the Indiana Jones Funko Pop at Disney’s Pin Traders store.
We visit Orlando, Florida every year, and one the things we’ve always wanted to do was make a Disney Springs Vlog. So, here it is! Enjoy!
We recorded this video on March 5, 2020.
May the Geekendz be with you!
Disney’s Private Island Castaway Cay Bahamas & Disney Magic Farewell Party (Disney Cruise Vlog)
In this Disney Cruise vlog, we’re at Disney’s private island Castaway Cay in the Bahamas, followed by the farewell party on the Disney Magic Cruise ship. We began our Castaway Cay day by strolling through Scuttles Cove and Castaway Family Beach. We climb and slide on the Pelican Plunge, and then swim in the Caribbean water. For lunch, we went to Cookie’s Too BBQ. Then we take the tram to Serenity Bay, which is a quiet beach area reserved for guests ages 18 and over. We did some more swimming and spotted some fish in the surrounding water. We wrap it up and take the tram back. We return to the Disney Magic Cruise ship, to attend the farewell party. We say “see you real soon” to Mickey and the gang, as well as the cast of the Walt Disney Theatre.
This was day 5 of 5 of our Disney Magic Cruise Vlog series, recorded on March 4, 2020.
Check out our complete Disney Cruise playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list…
Disney Cruise Vlog: Brunch at Palo, Character Dance Party, Rapunzel’s Royal Table & Pirate Night
In this Disney Cruise Vlog, we had brunch at Palo, followed by a character dance party, and then pirate night festivities, where we became pirates in the Caribbean. So many characters appear in this video. After our delicious brunch at Palo, we met Anna and Elsa from Frozen (Maria and her sister, Cheri, took a photo with them). A bit later, we attended a dance party with Mickey Mouse and friends! For dinner, we ate at Rapunzel’s Royal Table, where we met Rapunzel herself! After dinner, we began Pirate Night! We saw fireworks, met Captain Jack Sparrow, and then met Captain Hook!
This was day 4 of 5 of our Disney Magic Cruise Vlog series, recorded on March 3, 2020.
Grand Cayman: Roosters, George Town Shopping, and Sharkeez Bar & Grill (Disney Cruise Vlog)
In this vlog, we visit Grand Cayman, where we do some shopping in George Town, surrounded by roosters. We also grab lunch at Sharkeez Bar and Grill. This is day 3 of 5 of our Disney Cruise Vlog series, onboard the Disney Magic. When we return to the ship, we take a dip in the hot tub, have one too many cocktails, swim in the pool, and close the day at Animator’s Palate, a Disney Cruise Line restaurant (at least, some of us did).
Also, we have some gorgeous shots of the Disney Magic Cruise Ship in this episode.
This video was recorded on March 2, 2020.
Marvel Day at Sea on the Disney Magic Cruise Ship (Disney Cruise Vlog)
In this Disney cruise vlog, it’s Marvel Day at Sea on the Disney Magic cruise ship! It’s the 2nd of 5 days with Disney Cruise Line. We are dressed as the Avengers: Tony Stark (Mike), Shuri from Black Panther (Maria), and Black Widow (Cheri). Together, we meet Groot, Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy, Spider-Man, and Iron Man! We have a couple of drinks, grab shawarma for lunch, and have dinner with a special Marvel themed menu. Later, we attended the Marvel Day at Sea show on the top deck, where we saw more characters, including Captain America, Black Panther, Thor, and Loki! The show ended with fireworks and the Guardians of the Galaxy. We followed Star-Lord to the Ravagers Club, for a dance party. Marvel Day at Sea was an epic experience!
Timestamps:
Marvel Costume Celebration 1:35
Heroic Encounters 3:50
Shawarma 5:13
Marvel Themed Dinner 6:35
Marvel Heroes Unite Show 8:37
Ravagers Club 29:05
May the Geekendz be with you!
Disney Cruise Embarkation Day (Disney Magic Vlog)
In this cruise vlog, we begin our adventure on Disney Cruise Line! It’s embarkation day on the Disney Magic cruise ship. We explore the ship and try some food. We check out our state room, and then enjoy the sail-a-wave party. We explain what a fish extender is, and then we grab dinner, shop, and wrap-up the first day.
[Recorded on February 29, 2020]
May the Geekendz be with you!
Traveling from New York to Miami to Begin Our Disney Cruise
In this travel vlog from late February 2020, Mike, Maria, and their sister/in-law, Cheri are traveling from New York to Miami, to begin their Disney Cruise. This is the prelude to a series of videos that will cover their cruise adventure. In it, they take the train to JFK airport, use the AirTrain, fly into the sky, and then land in Miami. They check into the brand new Comfort Inn & Suites, near Miami International Airport. The next morning, after a poolside breakfast, they arrive at the Port of Miami to find their Disney Cruise ship! Check out the next episode to watch the embarkation day.
Disney Skyliner at Night
In this vlog, we rode the Disney Skyliner at night, from Hollywood Studios to Pop Century Resort. As we glide over Walt Disney World, you can listen to us react inside the gondola.
This was our first ride on the skyliner. Do we like the Disney Skyliner? Maybably!
Rise of the Resistance is Out of this World!
Rise of the Resistance at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is out of this world! It is the ultimate Star Wars experience!
Before entering Batuu, Black Spire Outpost, we arrived at Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ gates at the crack of dawn. It’s the best way to get a boarding group number, via the Disney app., at rope drop (8am). The Force was with us!
Rise of the Resistance is more than a ride, it’s an experience. It feels like being in Star Wars, and we dressed for the occasion – Batuu Bounding (DisneyBound).
Check out our first visit to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.
Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
In this Disney vlog, we got on Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! It’s a new Disney ride, but was it worth the 105 minute wait? We think so!
We visited the park thinking we weren’t going to make it on the Mickey & Minnie Ride, but we gave it a go. Although it said the wait time was an hour and forty-five minutes, it moved quickly and was closer to an hour and ten minutes.
Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway will put a smile on your face! It is so cute, and impressive! Our compliments to the Disney engineers!
If you enjoy Disney vlogs, check out our playlist.
How DisneyBounding Geeks Pack for Vacation
This is how DisneyBounding geeks pack for vacation. Maria and Mike share their DisneyBounding outfits for their upcoming Disney Cruise Line and Galaxy’s Edge Adventures – specifically for Star Wars and Marvel DisneyBounding. They also show their Pirate costumes and more!
Jazz Brunch at the Roxy Hotel in New York City
In this impromptu, first vlog of 2020, it’s weekend jazz brunch at the Roxy Hotel in New York City. Mike tests his iPhone 11 Pro whilst brunching with his lovely wife, Maria. They frequent the Roxy Hotel, as an occasional treat. On this warm Winter day, what better reason to come out of hiatus and share a video of one of their favorite things: breakfast food with live jazz, in their favorite hotel.
The Roxy Hotel is located at 2 6th Ave, New York, NY (TriBeCa). There, you can eat, kick back, and enjoy live jazz performers each Saturday and Sunday. The weekend brunch is from 11am to 4pm and is approx. $40 before tax and gratuity; less for younglings.
The Rise of Skywalker REVIEW (Spoiler Free) & Dolby SoHo Star Wars Pop Up Exhibit
In this final vlog of 2019, we give you our spoiler free reaction & review of Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker, as well as a look at The Rise of Skywalker Pop-Up Exhibit at Dolby SoHo.
We were born, and grew up with Star Wars firsthand, and this video expresses how we feel about the new trilogy, particularly episode 9: Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker.
May the Force be with you!
Cosplaying at Anime NYC (2019)
In this vlog, we did some cosplaying at Anime NYC 2019. This is an annual 3-day Anime convention held at the Javits Center in New York City, during mid-November. There, fans and publishers come together to celebrate Japanese Anime, manga, and cosplay.
This was our third visit, but second video documenting our experience at the event. In it, Maria cosplays as Sayaka Miki from Madoka Magica and Umaru-Chan. Mike cosplays as Dracula from the Netflix series Castlevania.
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Check out our video from last year, too! CLICK HERE.
We’re Mike and Maria, a couple of pop culture geeks that vlog at fun events, like Anime NYC 2019. Thanks for checking out our video!
May the Geekendz be with you!
Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Expedition Everest, Kali River Rapids, Character Dining, & More
In this vlog, we’re at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, where we ride Expedition Everest multiple times, get wet on the Kali River Rapids, and experience Character Dining at Tusker House. In between it all, we went on the Dinosaur ride, visited Pandora for food at Satu’li Canteen & shopped at Windtraders. We also saw the Lion King show.
This was our 2nd Disney vlog at this park. You can check out our Animal Kingdom video from last year, where we explore more attractions and show lots of animals – click here.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a fun park, and Expedition Everest is our favorite rollercoaster in Walt Disney World. We love it so much, we rode in three times in this video.
This was our first time on Kali River Rapids, a white water adventure.
This was also our first time trying character dining at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, at Tusker House. We met Donald Duck, Goofy, and Mickey Mouse.
Fun day!
We’re Mike and Maria, a couple of vloggers that cover fun places, like Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Please consider joining us, by subscribing to our channel.
May the Geekendz be with you!
Tower of Terror Ride at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
In this video, we went on the Tower of Terror ride at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, in Orlando, Florida. But, before we entered the Twilight Zone, we had to make a quick purchase at another beloved Hollywood Studios attraction.
The rest of this Disney vlog has us screaming in a complete POV experience of the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror ride.
If you’d like to see the rest of our Hollywood Studios adventure, check out our Galaxy’s Edge video here.
Hello, we’re Mike & Maria. Welcome to our channel, where we cover travel & events, but in geeky territory – like this video, covering the Tower of Terror ride at Disney’s Hollywood Studios!
May the Geekendz be with you!
Cosplay, Crowds, & Cricket Bars at New York Comic Con 2019
In this video, we’re at NYCC 2019: New York Comic Con 2019, on a Sunday fun day, but it’s super crowded! NYCC showcases incredible cosplay, and plenty of great vendors on the show floor. In between showing you the merch & cosplay, Maria tries a Snowpiercer cricket bar. Take a look!
We’re Mike & Maria, a couple of cosplaying nerds that cover fun events, like New York Comic Con 2019 (NYCC 2019).
Check our NYCC vlog from last year here.
May the Geekendz be with you!
Halloween Horror Nights 2019 at Universal Studios Orlando
In this video, we show you Halloween Horror Nights 2019 at Universal Orlando. #HHN29! As we take part on the Halloween Horror Nights RIP Tour, we give you an overview of all 10 houses, including Ghostbusters, Stranger Things, & Graveyard Games!
We also get to see the lagoon show, Marathon of Mayhem! Plus, a look at all the Halloween Horror Nights merchandise, and a look at the Academy of Villains dance show, Altered States!
In between it all, we pass through the HHN scare zones, including Vikings Undead, Vanity Ball, Anarcade, Zombieland, & Rob Zombie’s Hellbilly Deluxe.
Enjoy this look at Halloween Horror Nights 2019, and be sure to check out our HHN video from last year here.
We’re Mike and Maria, a couple of geeks that cover fun events, like Halloween Horror Nights (HHN), and fun places, like Universal Orlando!
May the Geekendz be with you!
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Walt Disney World is a blast!
In this video, we explore Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge at Walt Disney World. Welcome to our adventures in Star Wars Land! As we enter Black Spire Outpost, on the planet Batuu, we spot Chewbacca! We then head into the market place, where we find a ton of Star Wars merchandise.
Before heading into Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities, we stop for Blue Milk near the First Order area. There, we find Kylo Ren commanding his Stormtroopers to find Vi Moradi, a Resistance spy! We peek inside the Droid Depot, where you can build your own Star Wars droid! Outside, we find Chewbacca again; this time, he’s trying to dodge Stormtroopers, as he makes his way to the Millennium Falcon. The stormtroopers track down Vi Moradi and capture her.
Moments later, we visit Savi’s Workshop to build a lightsaber! After building a custom lightsaber, we try some food at Docking Bay 7. Back outside, Rey says hello to our Porg, and then a Stormtrooper attempts to interrogate us. We went into Oga’s Cantina for drinks and saw DJ Rex (R-3X). We tried a delicious Fuzzy Tauntaun, followed by a numb mouth! By the end of our Galaxy’s Edge adventure, we jumped on the Millennium Falcon Ride, Smuggler’s Run! We were pilots, too! Outside, we encounter more Stormtroopers, then leave Batuu.
Galaxy’s Edge is a Star Wars fan’s dream come true. Thanks, Disney!
Til the Spire, and May the Geekendz be with you!
New York Renaissance Faire on Steampunk Sunday
Huzzah! We went to the New York Renaissance Faire on Steampunk Sunday! As we strolled through Sterling Shire, in our Steampunk cosplay, we encountered Cirque du Sewer; Robin Hood; the Sheriff of Nottingham; giant turkey legs; steak on a stake; the Washing Well Wenches; and, uh, Stormtroopers! Also, some samplings of mead, and jousting!
Lots of fun and lots of action in this ren faire vlog.
Come and see what the Ren Faire is like on Steampunk Sunday!
We’re Mike and Maria, a married couple driven by pop culture. Welcome to our channel, where we share our geek life and cover the fun events that bring us joy – like the New York Renaissance Faire.
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Halloween Shopping
We went Halloween shopping and found Halloween costumes, Halloween masks, and a giant shark (in a Halloween store)! For us, Halloween is every day, but the Halloween season has begun! Did we mention Halloween?
Join us in this Halloween store walkthrough.
Have a happy Halloween!
May the Geekendz be with you!
PS: Halloween!
Long Island Tropic Con (2019)
We attended Tropic Con, Long Island’s hottest premiere pop culture event for comics, cosplay, gaming, and more! In this tropical nerd paradise, Maria sports her Moana cosplay; Mike sports his Indiana Jones cosplay – and, also his Han Solo cosplay, for Rebel Legion duty (Echo Base). Ghostbusters cosplay and Spider-Man cosplay are also in the mix. Watch out for the Stay Puft Marshmellow Man, who lurks near the Long Island Ghostbusters table. Also, our friends from the 501st Legion (Empire City Garrison), and Sabor Guild (Endor Temple).
This con was a blast! We look forward to returning in 2020!
We’re Mike and Maria, a married couple driven by Pop Culture. We cover fun events, like the Long Island Tropic Con. Consider subscribing to our YouTube channel, if you enjoy fun videos like this one.
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LI Tropic Con: https://www.facebook.com/LITropicCon/
Indiana Jones Photo Credit to https://www.facebook.com/EddieGPhoto/
Terrificon (2019) at Mohegan Sun
We went to Terrificon at Mohegan Sun – Connecticut’s #1 Comic Con! This was Terrificon’s 3rd year, and we’ve been to all of them; however, this is our first Terrificon Vlog. In it, you’ll find some amazing Star Wars cosplay, Marvel cosplay, and a glimpse at the beloved Billy Dee Williams. Plus, some of the pop culture collectibles sold by the con exhibitors, including Star Wars toys and Marvel collectibles.
We’re Mike and Maria, a married couple driven by pop culture. Welcome to Geekendz, where we share our geek life and the fun events that bring us joy, like Terrificon at Mohegan Sun, Connecticut. Cosplay and comic conventions are some of the main events you’ll find on our channel.
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The Voyage Home on the Norwegian Escape | Honeymoon Cruise Vlog – Part 3 of 3
The cruise vlog comes to an end with part 3 of 3. Join us on the voyage home, on board the Norwegian Escape. As we leave Bermuda and head back to New York, Day 6 starts off with Maria trying the ropes course. After, she and Mike do another wine class; they drink a bottle of Brut (compliments of NCL); and they attend the Glow party. On Day 7, they participate in Star Wars Trivia; get silly with Dueling Pianos at the Headliners Comedy Club; enjoy their final NCL Escape Dinner near a window; and say farewell to a fine cruise ship.
That concludes our cruise vlog adventure.
Check out Part 2, where we explore Bermuda for two days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qOBjl2pJxGU&t=84s
Check out Part 1, where we explore the NCL Escape for three days: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7k7K2SzJvwM&t=869s
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Bermuda | Our Honeymoon Cruise – Part 2 of 3
Join us in Bermuda, where we spent some of our honeymoon. In part 2, we share days 4 & 5 of 7 of our Norwegian Escape cruise, from New York to Bermuda. We shop at the the Royal Naval Dockyard; grab lunch at the Frog and Onion Pub; take a ferry to Hamilton; have dinner at the Hog Penny; check out Harbor Night; visit Horseshoe Bay; grab some rum cakes… We love Bermuda!
The cruise vlog continues….
May the Geekendz be with you!
Our Honeymoon Cruise – Part 1 of 3
Join us on our honeymoon cruise, as we escape from New York and head to Bermuda. In part 1, we share days 1-3 of 7 on the Norwegian Escape (at sea). We explore the ship, while docked in Manhattan, and then spend a couple of days at sea. We eat delicious food, soak in hot tubs, swim in pools, stroll through a grotto, jump on a water slide, and partake in a wine and cheese event. This is Mike’s fourth cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line and Maria’s first.
Watch two geeks drag their Star Wars luggage onto the Norwegian Escape, and set sail onto the high seas.
(Bermuda will be in part 2)
The cruise vlog begins….
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Harrison Ford is Awesome
Harrison Ford’s birthday is July 13th, so we’re celebrating him with this video. Best wishes to the man that brought Indiana Jones and Han Solo to life! A true hero in film and reality.
Harrison Ford is awesome.
In this vlog, we open a relic! A pack of Indiana Jones trading cards, from 1984. We Discuss our favorite Harrison Ford movies and show you some Star Wars & Indiana Jones action figures and artwork.
May the Geekendz be with you!
Stranger Things 3 Binge Watch (Reaction & Review)
We binge watched Stranger Things 3 and decided to vlog the experience. Come hang with us, for some Netflix and Chilled Champagne. Check out our Stranger Things collection, too.
Welcome to our reaction / review of Stranger Things season 3.
Check out our video, when we went to Camp Hero, the inspiration for Hawkins Lab: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dj9225EYeFo
We Don’t Need Anymore Cups!
In this humorous home vlog, we subtly express how we don’t need anymore cups. We have two mouths and too many cups (glasses, mugs, etc.). Some are collectibles, like Star Wars glasses, Jurassic Park mugs, Stranger Things mugs, and Gudetama mugs… We also have a lot of Broadway souvenir cups… We also collected a bunch of Halloween Horror Night cups (HHN cups), from our annual Universal Orlando vacations.
In our poor attempt at trying minimalism, we agree to put an end to more stuff. Or, do we?
Our Star Wars Wedding Day & Mini Honeymoon in NYC
We got married!!! On May 26, 2019, we had an epic Star Wars Wedding Day! Wrapped around our mini honeymoon in NYC, we share some clips from our wedding video.
Our wedding day featured Darth Vaders, Stormtroopers, and Jawas! Many of our loved ones were there, too, of course.
As for our mini honeymoon, we show you some major sights in NYC (Manhattan), including the Brooklyn Bridge and the Empire State Building, as seen from the Top of the Rock. We also spotted our forthcoming honeymoon ship.
May the Geekendz be with you!
Cradle Con – Vol. 2 (2019)
We were invited back to Cradle Con, a non-profit, comic, collectible, and pop culture convention, at the Cradle of Aviation Museum – on Long Island. It’s a convention built for fans by fans.
This year, we met Larry Kenney (best known for the voice of Lion-O from Thundercats) and Bob Camp (creator of The Ren & Stimpy Show). We also said hello to The Real Life Peter Griffin (Rob Franzese).
In addition to all the great vendors and artists, there were plenty of professional cosplay groups, such as the 501st Legion, The Rebel Legion (where Mike cosplays as Han Solo), Saber Guild, Bronx Spidey, and the Avengers of New York.
Maria was with Authentic Shaolin Kung Fu, but also cosplayed as Sailor Pluto and Hela.
Also featured in this vlog are Darth Vader, a Stormtrooper, Thanos, Iron Man, Spider-Man, and more!
Cradle Con 2019 took place on June 1st and 2nd. You can find more information on the event at https://www.cradlecon.com.
Check out our Cradle Con vlog from 2018: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XE8zL…
Check out the Cradle of Aviation Museum at https://www.cradleofaviation.org.
Check out the Real Life Peter Griffin’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUy5…
Follow the Real Life Peter Griffin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robfranzese
For more on Bob Camp, visit https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0131968/ For more on
Larry Kenney, visit https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0448489/
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Our Star Wars Celebration Merch Haul
Here’s everything we purchased at Star Wars Celebration 2019. Our merchandise haul, if you will (or, merch haul). Star Wars t-shirts; Star Wars dolls; Star Wars toys; Star Wars artwork; Star Wars Jewelry; Star Wars books…. Enjoy our collection!
Be sure to check out our Star Wars Celebration vlogs on our channel, if you haven’t already.
Here’s a link to our Star Wars Celebration 2019 playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uzHVE…
May the Force be with you!
Star Wars Celebration 2019 (Day 5 of 5)
On day 5 of 5 of Star Wars Celebration 2019, we meet Emperor Palpatine himself (Ian McDiarmid). Plus, Maria gets another Star Wars tattoo! We take one last look at the Star Wars toys and Star Wars cosplay. The adventure comes to an end, but it will continue….
May the Force be with you!
Star Wars Celebration 2019 (Day 4 of 5)
On day 4 of 5 of Star Wars Celebration 2019, we get into The Mandalorian panel, followed by a photo op with Jason Isaacs. More Star Wars cosplay, more Star Wars toys, and a Millennium Falcon go kart!
May the Force be with you!
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Star Wars Celebration 2019 (Day 3 of 5)
On day 3 of 5 of Star Wars Celebration 2019, Mike sports his Han Solo cosplay and runs into several Wookiees! Maria sports her Sith Twi’lek and wields her lightsaber. Mike also participates in Rebel Legion’s group photo, before taking a photo with Chewbacca himself, Peter Mayhew.
This vlog is loaded with topnotch Star Wars cosplay. May the Force be with you!
Dedicated to Mike’s late stepfather, Ronnie, who would’ve turned 72 when this video was published (May 11, 2019).
And, also dedicated to Peter Mayhew, who we lost on May 2, 2019.
Star Wars Celebration 2019 (Day 2 of 5)
On day 2 of 5 of Star Wars Celebration 2019, we witness the Star Wars 9 panel (The Rise of Skywalker). After, we find more Star Wars toys from our past, and several awesome Star Wars cosplayers. Plus, the space ships of Star Wars!
May the fourth be with you!
Star Wars Celebration 2019 (Day 1 of 5)
On day 1 of 5 of Star Wars Celebration 2019, we encounter Star Wars Muppets, while waiting on line for the Celebration store. We check out the Exhibit Hall, and found Star Wars toys from our 1980s childhood. In the evening, we attended a Posh Night at Canto Bight – held at the Museum of Science and Industry, in Chicago.
May the Force be with you!
Journey to Star Wars Celebration Chicago
In part 2 of 8 of our Star Wars Celebration vlogs, we journey to Chicago, Illinois. It’s the eve of the main event and we prepare to celebrate Star Wars, with thousands of fellow fans!
We begin with a surprise announcement, and then launch into the sky. When we arrive to Chicago, we check out our hotel room, open a goodie bag, dine at Big Bowl, and then stop at Three Dots and a Dash – a speakeasy-style tiki bar.
The next 5 vlogs will reveal our entire experience at Star Wars Celebration 2019.
Packing for Star Wars Celebration 2019
In the first of this vlog series, you’ll find us packing for Star Wars Celebration Chicago. From Star Wars cosplay to Star Wars swag, we have it all.
Maria shows you her shirts and dresses; Mike shows you his Han Solo cosplay and Poe Dameron cosplay. Plus, a Blues Brothers twist!
Beetlejuice Musical & Beetle House NYC
We went to see the Beetlejuice Musical on Broadway, but first had dinner at Beetle House NYC. We did this on the 31st anniversary of Beetlejuice, the 1988 movie directed Tim Burton.
At Beetle House NYC, we bumped into the man himself, plus Jack Skellington! If you’re a Tim Burton fan, this is a place you have to check out in New York City.
At the end of the vlog, Maria and Mike share their review of Beetlejuice the Musical.
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Stranger Things in Montauk (Camp Hero)
We found Stranger Things in Montauk, Long Island. Camp Hero, the former Air Force Base that later became the top secret facility for psychological warfare experiments. They also say a time tunnel opened here, that unleashed an alien monster! The demogorgon?
Join us at the home of the Montauk project; the place that inspired Hawkins Laboratory in the Netfix series, Stranger Things.
Life After Flash (Review)
We review Life After Flash, the documentary starring Sam Jones (star of the 1980 sci fi cult classic, Flash Gordon). Plus, Richard O’Brien (Fico), Brian Blessed (Vultan), Melody Anderson (Dale Arden), Peter Wyngarde (Klytus), and Brian May of Queen!
The younger generation might recognize Sam J Jones as Flash Gordon in Seth MacFarlane’s Ted movies.
Life After Flash can be seen on iTunes, and will be available on Blu-Ray and DVD on April 5, 2019.
Check out the Life After Flash website: https://www.lifeafterflash.com/
What Would Daily Vlogs Look Like from Us? (Geekendz.com Exclusive)
In this experimental episode that never made it to our YouTube Channel, we try to see what Daily Vlogging would look like. Daily Vlogging means to make & publish a video every single day. The verdict: it’s exhausting. Kudos to those that do that! For the record: we are a Weekly Vlog Channel, but we… Continue reading What Would Daily Vlogs Look Like from Us? (Geekendz.com Exclusive)
Nintendo NY Store Tour 2019 (Rockefeller Plaza, New York)
Our Nintendo NY store tour in 2019. As we explore Nintendo World, we found Super Mario dolls, a Link statue from the Legend of Zelda, a Pikachu statue, a Donkey Kong t shirt (lots of Nintendo toys and Nintendo t shirts). We also found an NES classic and a Game Boy! If you’re ever in New York City (Manhattan), you can find it at Rockefeller Plaza.
May the GeekEndz be with you!
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Star Wars & Chocolate
Star Wars at the Chocolate Expo! Darth Vader, stormtroopers, Kylo Ren, Rey, Jawas, and more roam a sea of food vendors at the Cradle of Aviation Museum, in Garden City, NY.
Maria tries a few treats, while Mike geeks out over Star Wars characters.
The Chocolate Expo is a Baum Image Group event. Find out more at https://thechocolateexpo.com
The Cradle of Aviation Museum is an aerospace museum to commemorate Long Island’s part in the history of aviation. Find out more at https://cradleofaviation.org
Check out Cradle-Con video from 2018 here.
[Recorded on March 3, 2019]
Hello there! We’re Mike & Maria, a couple of pop culture geeks from Long Island, NY. We vlog about fun events, like Star Wars Celebration and Comic Con. We also document our annual trips to Universal Orlando, for Halloween Horror Nights (HHN). Disney World, too!
When we’re not traveling, or cosplaying at a convention, you might find us shopping for geeky collectibles, or reviewing something we’ve seen on Netflix, or in the theater.
We post a new video every Saturday.
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Dragons & Lions (Chinese New Year Parade – New York)
Dragons and lions at the Chinese New Year Parade, in Chinatown, New York City.
[Recorded on February 17, 2019]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places. May the GeekEndz be with you!
Oscars 2019 (Winners According to Us)
We saw 15 movies in 2018, and selected 8 winners in 8 categories. Welcome to the 1st annual Geekademy Awards!
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places. May the GeekEndz be with you!
Chinese Lion Dance (2019 – Year of the Pig)
For Chinese New Year, Maria’s kung fu school performs several lion dances, throughout the month of February.
In this vlog, Mike chases lions. Three dances; three Chinese restaurants; one night.
Gung hay fat choy!
Performances courtesy of Authentic Shaolin Kung Fu.
[Recorded on February 8, 2019]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
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Meet Our DJ (Our Wedding Soundtrack Discussion)
Our wedding DJ, Bob (a fellow Star Wars fan), invited us to discuss our wedding soundtrack ideas. Did we mention our wedding will be Star Wars themed?
Top Hat Entertainment’s Links:
[Recorded on January 30, 2019]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
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Awesome Con Flashback
In this throwback vlog, we share video clips & photos from our 2018 trip to Awesome Con, in Washington, DC. Lots of cosplay and Star Wars in this one.
We kicked off the con in Stranger Things cosplay, before switching over to intergalactic cosplay (Han Solo, Poe Dameron, Sailor Pluto). We also met Stan Lee at this con, in 2017! Plus, John Boyega, John Barrowman, Joonas Suotamo, Dave Bautista, and more!
One of the greatest cons out there, for sure! Check them out: http://awesome-con.com
[Intro/Outro Recorded on January 31, 2019, with footage from April 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
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Pizza Packed Home Vlog
We made another “no carb” pizza, and also show you some updates to our apartment.
Click Here to check out our very 1st vlog, when we originally made this type of pizza.
[Recorded on January 19, 2019]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
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Manhattan Winter Adventure
A stroll through Bryant Park’s Winter Village; Books Kinokuniya; ribs and brisket at Virgil’s BBQ; the NBC store; FAO Schwarz; etcetera! What a fun day!
[Recorded on December 30, 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
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Mohegan Sun (Casino Royale with Cheese)
After Christmas, we like to spend a few days at Mohegan Sun – Connecticut’s getaway for excitement and gaming.
Despite the sub-title, this video is dairy-free.
[Recorded on December 26-28, 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
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X-MAS: FIRST CLASS (Our Christmas Geekend)
In our final vlog of 2018, we share a 5-day Christmas adventure. A medley, if you will. Everything from shopping to rocking around the Christmas tree as Olaf and the Abominable Snowman. We also show you some of our geeky gifts.
[Recorded on December 21-25, 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
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Walker Stalker NJ (2018)
Walker Stalker Con celebrates The Walking Dead. The largest one is in Atlanta, GA, where they film the show. But, “ours” is in New Jersey every December. This was our third rodeo. We met Ross Marquand; Khary Payton; Tom Payne; passed Norman Reedus; was in the presence of Jeffrey Dean Morgan (we met him in 2017).
We love this con. It’s small and intimate. The cast of TWD are super friendly and great to banter with.
Mike also got to meet artist Rob Prior and bought a piece from him. Check out his website! http://robprior.com/
[Recorded on December 8 & 9, 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
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Our Steampunk Engagement Party
We had our engagement party on December 1, 2018 – Steampunk Style. Guests were limited to bridal party and family, but the wedding day (May 2019) will be doubled the amount.
A lot of people don’t know what steampunk is. I often tell them, “think H.G. Wells,” or “If Tim Burton’s imagination and an antique clock had a baby, it would be steampunk.”
Steampunk is a sub-genre of science fiction that incorporates technology and aesthetic designs inspired by the 19th Century Industrial Steam-Powered Machinery.
[Recorded on December 1, 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
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Making Christmas (Our First Tree)
We found a Christmas Tree in our new apartment, so we’re using it! In this short vlog, we deck the halls with nerdy things. Fa, la, la, la, la! La, la, la, la!
[Recorded on November 23, 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
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Anime NYC (2018)
We attended the 2nd Anime NYC con (we also attended last year). Anime NYC is an annual 3-day anime convention held during November at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City. The Javits is New York’s largest event space and home of NY Comic Con (check out our vlog from that day, as well).
In this video, you will find cosplay and merchandise galore! From Sailor Moon to Spider-Man! Wait, what? Plus, My Hero Academia, Umaru-Chan, Full Metal Alchemist, Pikachu, and more!
[Recorded on November 17-18, 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
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Wicked Fun in New York City
We went to Manhattan to see WICKED on Broadway, but first visit the Disney Store in Times Square, followed by a delicious dinner at The Distillery. Come join us on a date in the Big Apple.
[Recorded on November 3, 2018 with an outro recorded on November 22, 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
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Our Animal Kingdom Adventure
Lions, and dinosaurs, and yetis! Oh my! Join us in Disney’s Animal Kingdom, where we ride Dinosaur, embark on Expedition Everest, and visit Pandora – the world of Avatar. Plus, monkeys, gorillas, lions, tigers, giraffes, hippos, birds, bats, elephants, zebras, and other beautiful creatures! We loved this park!!!
[Recorded on September 25, 2018 and Intro/Outro recorded on November 15, 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
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Epcot International Food & Wine Festival (2018)
We went to EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, in Walt Disney World! Join us, as we eat food and drink wine around the “world.” We also experience the Frozen Ride for the first time! If you enjoy food, wine, and Disney, this vlog is for you!
The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival is an annual food festival at Epcot, in the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. It usually runs from August to November.
Islands of Adventure (Universal Orlando)
We spent a fun day at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. In this video, you’ll join us for a lap around the park. From Seuss Landing to the Lost Continent. From breakfast at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter to the dinosaurs of Jurassic Park. From Skull Island: Reign of Kong to Marvel Super Hero Island… Concluding with dinner at Toothsome Chocolate Emporium.
[Recorded on September 22, 2018, with the intro/outro recorded on November 1, 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
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Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party (Magic Kingdom)
Our adventure at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party.
We drifted through the Haunted Mansion, rolled on Big Thunder Mountain, and got stuck on Splash Mountain. Plus, treats, fireworks, costumes, Winnie the Pooh, Monsters, Inc., and the Headless Horseman!
“It was a horseman! Headless!”
So much Halloween in this vlog. Enjoy!
[Recorded on September 23, 2018 with Outro recorded on October 21, 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
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Halloween Horror Nights 28 (Universal Orlando)
3 nights of horror in less than 10 minutes! We have been attending Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando since 2013. This year, there were 10 amazing houses, including STRANGER THINGS and POLTERGEIST. The original houses, like SEEDS OF EXTINCTION and DEAD EXPOSURE were intense! But, as we cannot film inside the houses, this video covers everything that happens in the park – fun, exciting scare zones!
[Recorded on October 7, 2018 & September 20-22, 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
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NY Comic Con (2018)
Indiana Jones, Hela, and Captain Kirk stroll through a sea of collectibles at the Javits Center. They also bump into Darth Vader, Stormtroopers, R2-D2, and a Hobbit.
This was our full day at New York Comic Con, on October 4, 2018.
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
May the GeekEndz be with you!
We Got Engaged! + New Home & Flash Gordon is Our Friend
A lot has happened in 2 months! From more cosplay fun to meeting Flash Gordon himself (Sam J. Jones), to getting engaged, moving in together, and to getting ready to attend NY Comic Con… This episode covers it all! But, not NY Comic Con… that’s in the next video. In “part 2,” if you will… Or, part 16, to be accurate.
[Recorded on October 4, 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
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Fun Day at Six Flags Great Adventure
Our full day at Six Flags Great Adventure. A very hot, humid day, but a FUN time as always! Rollercoasters, Batman, El Toro, Nitro, Kingda Ka, Bizarro, Superman…
[Recorded on July 3, 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
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Beach Trek | Fire Island Lighthouse
Mike climbed the Fire Island Lighthouse, and then became delirious from the heat & humidity.
[Recorded on July 2, 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
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Toys R Us Kids (Farewell)
We said goodbye to everyone’s favorite toy store on June 29, 2018. Mike shares an amusing childhood memory about a Star Wars toy; Maria shares her last piece of Toys R Us memorabilia.
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
May the GeekEndz be with you!
Cradle Con (2018)
We attended the 1st Cradle Con – a place where cosplay, comics, pop culture, and aerospace collide.
In this vlog, you’ll see Maria do kung fu, and then cosplay as Shuri from BLACK PANTHER; Mike cosplays as HAN SOLO (big surprise), and then INDIANA JONES (keeping it Harrison Ford style). You’ll also see our friends in Rebel Legion, 501st Legion, and Saber Guild in action. Planes, rockets, spacecraft, arcade games, artists, cosplayers, and fellow fans of pop culture.
Mentions:
- Cradle Con, http://www.cradlecon.com/
- Cradle of Aviation Museum, https://www.cradleofaviation.org/
- Ashton Worthington Photography, http://ashtonography.com/
- Game of Toons, http://gameoftoons.com/
- Authentic Shaolin Kung Fu, http://www.shaolinlohan.com/
Cradle Con is held at the Cradle of Aviation Museum (an aerospace museum located in Garden City, New York, to commemorate Long Island’s part in the history of aviation).
[Recorded on June 23 & 24, 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
May the GeekEndz be with you!
Darth Vader, Dark Lord of the Dance | We Bought Comic Con Tickets at the Beach!
We purchased our Comic Con tickets from the beach (and Star Wars Celebration passes earlier). We also saw Darth Vader dancing at a local street fair, and fed some animals
[Recorded on June 10, 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
May the GeekEndz be with you!
Journey to the Mall
From a post office fiasco to browsing in geeky stores at the mall, Mike and Maria kicked off the first weekend of June 2018 with spontaneity.
[Recorded June 2-3, 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
May the GeekEndz be with you!
Solo A Star Wars Story (Spoiler Free Thoughts) | Halfway to Halloween
Mike & Maria tell you about the annual Halfway to Halloween Party they always attend, but spend most of this video talking about Solo: A Star Wars Story.
[Recorded on Memorial Day Weekend & May 30, 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
May the GeekEndz be with you!
Star Wars Night at CitiField & We saw Deadpool 2
Mike & Maria share their nearly-rained-out trip to CitiField, for Star Wars Night on 5/19/2018. They also saw Deadpool 2 that weekend….
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
May the GeekEndz be with you!
Pizza in Space (Our 1st Vlog)
Mike prepares a couple of keto friendly treats, including pizza and Millennium Falcon cheesecake bites (yeah, that’s right). He and Maria visit Target with a purpose, but get sidetracked in the toy aisle. They also run a very important errand for Maria’s dad, then hit the arcade.
[Recorded on May 9 & 12, 2018]
We’re Mike & Maria – a couple of pop culture geeks from New York. Join us, as we cosplay, gallivant, and visit fun places.
May the GeekEndz be with you!
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