J wonders when geeks got hold of the holidays.
Geek Fashion: Does It Matter?
6 Oct By 10 Comments
J ponders geek fashion (lack thereof?) and making a geeky statement with your clothes.
Geek World: Properties Made for Theme Parks
3 Sep By 9 Comments
All this talk about Marvel, Disney, and Marvel Island at Universal’s Islands of Adventure has got me thinking about theme parks. You see, Marvel Island may remain renovation-free, but that doesn’t mean other islands at the park haven’t suffered a little bit of a loss of focus over the years. And it was pointed out [...]
Perfect Storm of Popularity: Wizards and Witches and Vampires, Oh My!
22 Jul By 4 Comments
The other day I saw the new Harry Potter movie in a theater packed with teenagers. They were expectant, excited, vocal; there were gasps and giggles when the trailer for Where the Wild Things Are, along with more than one fond “aww” from somewhere behind me. Then the trailer for the new Twilight movie came [...]
How I Learned to Relax and Love the Pop-Culture Explosion
1 Jul By 6 Comments
Okay, I’m an adult; I can confess this without shame. I’m a major fan of Harry Potter, and I’m eagerly awaiting opening night for the sixth movie. I’ve been to at least one midnight book release party, and I intend on getting a Hogwarts Express at some point for my Christmas tree. It wasn’t always [...]
Geeks-in-Training: Which School Would You Choose?
25 May By 3 Comments
In sf and fantasy, heroes aren’t hard to find. In many instances, however, the great aren’t just born – they’re also trained. Here’s a breakdown of some of the most famous institutions in geekdom, with their pros and cons. Starfleet Academy Duration: Four to eight years Entrance Requirements: Application, entrance exam, summer prep course, occasionally [...]
Geek Movie Lines: A Fun Way to Socialize
7 May By 3 Comments
We’re already edging into the big summer blockbuster season, with last week’s release of Wolverine. However, I noticed a trend with the movies this year: they’re the kind that might especially appeal to several flavors of geek. This has been a growing trend over the last few years, but it seems like this year is [...]
