humanity

Humanity or geek-manity? Humanity topics include pieces on the real-life lives of geek advocates and influencors.

When Jem Lost Her Sparkle!
When news broke in 2015 that Jem and the Holograms was getting a live-action movie, fans of the iconic ‘80s cartoon were ready to relive the glam, glitter, and truly outrageous magic. After all, the original series was a kaleidoscope of fashion, Electronic Pop music, female empowerment, wild storylines, and of course—holograms! But when the film hit theaters, it didn’t quite capture the electric charm of the original, leaving many longtime fans scratching their neon-colored heads.
By Edwin Betancourt Jr.6 months ago in Geeks
Rachel Reviews: Small Things Like These (dir. Tim Mielants). Top Story - August 2025.
A sinus head. A rest on the sofa. Not bad enough a head to warrant going to bed but painful enough to make me want to stay very still. And so, it was movie time again. I was in the mood for a quiet story and it seemed like Small Things Like These had good reviews so I thought I would give it a go.
By Rachel Deeming6 months ago in Geeks
What's Trump's "Body Count"?
Donald Trump has always been a figure of spectacle, whether in business, television, or politics. But beyond the boardrooms and rallies lies a lesser-analyzed—yet equally controversial—aspect of his public life: his long and often scandalous romantic history. While “body count” is modern slang for sexual partners, the term takes on a particular edge when applied to a man whose relationships have often overlapped with power, money, and the media.
By Kristen Orkoshneli6 months ago in Geeks
AI generated answers appearing first in the search engine is burying content creators
AI is affecting views for content creators Often when I search for information, I find that an AI-generated answer appears at the top of the search results. Tools like ChatGPT and Microsoft Co-Pilot are excellent when they provide accurate information, but they don't always do so.
By Cheryl E Preston6 months ago in Geeks
Love and Rockets: New Stories Number 4
If there's one thing to say about Love and Rockets, it's that as far as comics go, it is curiously addictive. Love and Rockets is the long-running black-and-white comic series by Gilbert and Jaime Hernandez—an exploration of the life of chica Maggie and the ripped-from-life and put-out-there-baldly environment she occupies. I had always wanted to read it, since discovering an issue decades ago at Waldenbooks, and I had always assumed it was an examination of the L.A. punk scene of the Eighties—I think the issues back in those days, or at least the one I discovered, featured two lesbians, one of whom was depicted as a punk rocker. I remember a drawing of a post-punk gothy guy with a Cure T-shirt. Ah, nostalgia waves hit me so hard.
By Tom Baker6 months ago in Geeks
Jem and The Holograms: Why This 80s Icon Still Matters 40 Years Later
In 1985, amidst a sea of cartoons designed to sell toys, Jem and The Holograms burst onto television screens with a message that was louder, bolder, and more vibrant than its competitors.
By Edwin Betancourt Jr.6 months ago in Geeks
Okay, I’ve Figured Out the Plot of Carrie Bradshaw’s Novel
Carrie Bradshaw is a novelist now. After seven or so best-selling non-fiction books about sex and dating, titled things like Menhattan and A Single Life, the 50-something ex-columnist is diving into fiction. And no, the book is not about a single woman dating her way around New York. It’s about a 19th-century woman having an existential crisis which, in some ways, is actually more Carrie Bradshaw than anything else And Just Like That’s writers room could have come up with.
By Kristen Orkoshneli6 months ago in Geeks
Quantum Flight: The Story of a Plane Powered by Time
Imagine an airplane that doesn't need fuel. An invention so revolutionary it could change the world by drawing limitless energy directly from time itself. But what happens when you tamper with the fundamental laws of physics? This is the story of a mad scientist’s dream, a catastrophic flight, and a desperate fight to prevent a future war that was never supposed to happen.
By Bolt Movies6 months ago in Geeks
The Unseen Tragedy in 'Avatar: The Way of Water'
James Cameron's Avatar: The Way of Water didn't just make a splash at the box office; it created a tidal wave. Shattering records globally, the film's visual mastery captivated audiences, creating a vivid picture of Pandora that felt truly real. The bioluminescent forests, the majestic creatures, and the vibrant reef cultures pulled us into another world.
By Bolt Movies6 months ago in Geeks
SummerSlam 2025 Ending Explained: CM Punk, Gunther, and That Seth Rollins Twist
What Just Happened at SummerSlam? CM Punk walked into MetLife Stadium with the weight of a decade on his shoulders — and for a moment, it looked like redemption had finally arrived. Fans had waited over 12 years to see him hold championship gold again in WWE, and at SummerSlam 2025 Night 1, that dream nearly came true.
By Bevy Osuos6 months ago in Geeks
CM Punk Finally Wins… Then Loses It All: What Just Happened at SummerSlam 2025?
The Return We All Waited For… Until It Was Ripped Away It was meant to be CM Punk’s redemption arc. The iconic wrestler who had been away from championship gold for over a decade finally stood tall at WWE SummerSlam 2025, defeating Gunther in what many are calling the match of the year. It was raw. It was real. It was everything fans hoped for — until it wasn’t.
By Bevy Osuos6 months ago in Geeks
Marilyn Monroe: Very Good Player or Fool for Love?
When people think of Marilyn Monroe, they often picture a platinum blonde with a breathy voice and a flirtatious smile. But behind the camera, Monroe was far more complicated than her public image suggested. A sex symbol on the surface, she was also a sharp strategist who navigated a brutal industry dominated by powerful men. Still, despite her ambition and intellect, Monroe’s personal life often reflected a woman desperate for love, stability, and validation—sometimes at a dangerous cost. So, was Marilyn Monroe a very good player or a fool for love? The answer might be: both.
By Kristen Orkoshneli6 months ago in Geeks