The View From Space

I was given early access to the premiere of the new series #TerraNova by Fox and Klout, and all I can say is WOW!

A mixture of Avatar and Jurrasic Park, it takes us on a journey into the prehistoric past … or is it the prehistoric past in a parallel universe?  In any case, the show begins in the not too distant future in which people have trashed the world, plague, pollution, and all the vices of the human race have made the earth a  barely livable place.

Luckily the people there have found a way to travel back in time to a parallel universe in which they try and restart the human race.  A place called Terra Nova.  The series focuses around a family invited (well, some of them were invited) to travel to this new world and begin anew.

As a sci-fi geek I was instantly hooked.  Time travel, parallel universes, dinosaurs, what more could one ask for?  Oh and within the first hour of the series we find out that all is not copasetic in paradise.  Not only are there carnivorous dinosaurs munching on humans, there’s the threat of armed conflict with a group of fellow pilgrims called sixers.

The scenery is absolutely breathtaking and the storyline gripping.  I have my DVR ready for the 2-hour premiere on Fox, September 26 8/7c.  I suggest you have yours ready too.

Now for the legalese part of my post:

I was given a free product or sample because I’m a Klout influencer. I was under no obligation to receive the sample or talk about this company. I get no additional benefits for talking about the product or company.  I was also provided the preview to Terra Nova by FOX.

Christmas is coming 3 weeks early for Hawaiian Trekkies.  The Star Trek Convention in Hawaii will kick off the 45th Anniversary Celebration.  For more information check out the official website .

The Big Bang Theory, now in it’s fourth season, celebrates all that is Geek.  They have taken those much maligned and persecuted throughout the ages and have given them status on par with the beautiful people of the world.  No longer is Howard’s helmet with sideburns haircut a source of ridicule (hey I sported one back in the day).  Nor is Sheldon’s obsessive need to explain everything to the nth degree a sign of mental instability (my wife says I do it all the time.  I personally don’t see it.  Sheldon, being a theoretical physcist, takes a much more tangental approach to his diatribe.  Choosing to enhance his illustration by linking them to events in Star Trek episodes.  In talking to normal beings, he likens his elucidation of everyday physical phenomena to that of Spock explaining warp drive physics to tribbles.  I on the other hand, being an engineer, tend to take a more direct and practical approach.  Like Scotty replying to Kirk’s request for more power out of the warp drives, “I cant push her any harder Captain, she’s gonna blow”.  Short and to the point.)  But I digress….

Most of the characterizations are spot on, from the dress code employed by Sheldon.  To the hinted at bromance between Howard and Raj.  The only thing that is not quite believable is the relationship between Penny and Leonard.  C’mon, a geek having sex with a REAL girl…. who’s gonna believe that.

Happy 44th Birthday Star Trek!  Who knew that this show would still be going strong after 44 years? There is still a large fanbase loyal to the show as seen by the countless conventions and memorabilia.  Not to mention the numerous movies and spin-offs created from it.

To borrow my favorite Spockism …. FASCINATING!

What a way to spend your summer!  This Star Trek / Sci-Fi / Science fan couldn’t ask for a better venue.

Mad Science Presents Star Trek Live – Kennedy Space Center