BioGamer Girls Amanda and Alissa are back in this week’s episode of That’s Life: Growing Up Digital to discuss The Amazing Spider-Man. The girls visit their local GameStop to pick up a copy of the new game where Amanda tries to keep Alissa on track for the task at hand. Then, the two head over to the theater to watch the new film as their BioGamer Girl senses begin tingling, and Alissa decides to have a little fun before the show begins. After the movie, the duo find a random kid his thoughts on the film only to discover he’s a big fan of their talk show. When Amanda and Alissa sit down to discuss the film, they decide to attempt some superhero antics of their own only to discover it’s not as easy as Spider-Man makes it look. The show ends this week with Amanda’s final verdict on The Amazing Spider-Man for PlayStation 3. Enjoy!
Another year, another packed weekend of fandom in the Rocket City The 2026 Huntsville Comic & Pop Culture Expo has officially wrapped, closing out three energetic days at the Von Braun Center and once again proving why it’s considered Alabama’s largest celebration of geek culture. From April 17–19, fans from across the region gathered for a weekend that blended celebrity encounters, gaming, cosplay, and community into one sprawling pop culture showcase. A Weekend That Delivered for Fans This year’s event marked the 11th edition of the expo, and it leaned fully into its reputation as a destination convention. With a diverse crowd and programming that spanned all corners of fandom, the show floor stayed busy from opening Friday afternoon through Sunday’s final hours. Attendees explored a massive lineup that included over 200 vendors, artist and author alleys, panel discussions, and dedicated gaming spaces. Whether fans came for collectibles, comics, anime, or tabletop sessions, t...
