humanity
Humanity or geek-manity? Humanity topics include pieces on the real-life lives of geek advocates and influencors.
Superman: Evolution of Power
Created at the hands of Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. Superman is the quintessential superhero. The one that started the entire genre, inspired by circus strongmen and the fantasies of outsiders. Heroes that came afterward would leave a mark in their own way, but only one was Superman. Many would not only carry the idea of Superman, but would take on a name of and attributes from a second source, in the case of Batman, he would take the form of a Bat and strike fear in the hearts of his enemies, “for Superman, the name and costume both contribute to the impression of him as “super” – a mighty Other.” [Brownie, Graydon. 2015:12] But the Superman introduced in Action Comics #1 1938, differs greatly from the Superman we have come to know and love now.
By Mikayla J. Laird9 years ago in Geeks
The Importance of Live Theatre
Summer is fast approaching, and as always Hollywood is charging the gates with a plethora of fantastic blockbusters that will send moviegoers and junkies alike to cinemas across North America and all over the world. Popcorn and soda, amazing explosions, Chris Pratt's amazingness coming out of the screen with three-dimensional awesomeness; what could be any better? How about live theatre?
By Christian House9 years ago in Geeks
Celebrity Poetry
As an athlete who has accomplished Olympic victory, Dame Kelly Holmes has set the pace for aspiring generations to follow. Her athletic ability was noticeable in her school years, which additionally brought about opportunities to compete in cross-country races. Although she has to a degree tested other pursuits, it was beneficial to establish the one endeavor that highlighted her strengths. Her journey would later see her enrolled in the army trade, whereby the training to build strength and stamina would place her in good stead.
By Geraldine Taylor9 years ago in Geeks
The Longwinded Tale of Neville Longbottom. Top Story - May 2017.
I was introduced to the Harry Potter series by a primary school teacher in 1999. The books (and later the films) were something that I connected with immediately. Harry himself was an inspiring character, and I learnt a lot about dealing with hardships and friendships from his life story. But the character that I have always had the strongest connection to would have to be Neville Longbottom. His life story has so many similarities to my own.
By Rebecca Sharrock9 years ago in Geeks
Surviving
In 1988, sitting behind the dollar store, across from school, me and my two closest friends sat and read from library books. Yet, these weren’t ones from school. Instead, we had gone to the public library and picked up copies of The Handmaid’s Tale, as the boys heard is was a great sci-fi novel. They convinced me to read along, as a girl was the star and it was a story about women and courage. Or so we had heard.
By Annessa Babic9 years ago in Geeks
'13 Reasons Why' Gets Second Season
When Jay Asher wrote 13 Reasons Why and saw it published in 2007, odds are good he did not anticipate that it would develop into this controversial, but huge, hit for Netflix. He probably didn't expect that music - and Disney - star Selena Gomez would want to executive produce such a series. For those who have neither read the book nor watched the riveting program, here's a bit of a news flash; the book is set up in such a way that a sequel would simply not work. While I have not watched the series myself, it is my understanding that the series ends with a fairly explicit scene in which a student is shown seriously contemplating a school shooting.
By Christina St-Jean9 years ago in Geeks
Canadian Mental Health Association Discusses '13 Reasons Why'
13 Reasons Why continues to generate a lot of discussion for all who might be involved in watching it, and with good reason. It's believed that on the plus side, 13 Reasons Why has generated a lot of discussion about teen mental health challenges and suicide, but that perhaps there are other issues that we should be more wary of when watching the show.
By Christina St-Jean9 years ago in Geeks
'13 Reasons Why' and the Controversial Theme
Unless you've been living in some remote area with no internet service and only communicating with inanimate objects, then, chances are, you've seen (or, at least heard of) Netflix's recently released title, 13 Reasons Why. The series was adapted from a novel written by Jay Asher but, for now, I'm only going to discuss the Netflix show.
By Sarah Fennell9 years ago in Geeks
'The Promise' Makes Armenian Genocide Real Once More
Discuss the Holocaust, and everyone knows instantly what you're talking about. Millions of Jews, Jehova's Witnesses, LGBTQ individuals, disabled individuals and Roma were slaughtered ruthlessly by the Gestapo under Hitler's Nazi Germany.
By Christina St-Jean9 years ago in Geeks
Islamophobia, Transphobia, Or Artistic Statement?
A politically conservative street artist that goes by the pseudonym Sabo has now taken aim at Caitlyn Jenner. New posters have been plastered all over Los Angeles, appearing to be in anticipation of the remake of Stephen King's It, but instead of featuring Pennywise the Clown, the horrific star of the novel, Pennywise's image has been replaced with that of Caitlyn Jenner.
By Christina St-Jean9 years ago in Geeks
