YouTube announces Geek Week -- Dr Who and cosplay fans rejoice!
Geeks looking for their fix of programming have something of a treat in store thanks to YouTube’s upcoming Geek Week. The video site has teamed up with the UK's Channel Flip and the US channel Nerdist to showcase over 100 of the geekiest, most sci-fi packed channels known to man. It will also be "unveiling new videos, series premieres and creative collaborations".
YouTube Geek Week runs from August 4-10, starting with Blockbuster Sunday which will kick things off with a look at the icons and heroes of geek culture.
As the week goes on, there's all sorts of fun to look forward to. Global Geekery Monday brings a celebration of Doctor Who as well as (British kids of the 80s rejoice) a brand new episode of the cult classic Knightmare.
Other highlights for the week include a look at stunts and experiments on Brainiac Tuesday, the superhero packed Super Wednesday, games galore on Gaming Thursday and a super-nerdy Fan Friday -- featuring not only cosplay, but also (we kid you not) sci-fi themed cooking.
Of course, no geek event would be complete without something collectable to show off. Check out the Geek Week channel in the run-up to the big event where you’ll be able to collect badges through Easter eggs. Full details are available at the YouTube blog.
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