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"Beyond the Gates" Week 27 & 28 Review
The month of September has been a wild one for sure. I myself have been focused on the incoming NFL season and the chaos of the final month of baseball, but Beyond the Gates remained in my mind, especially since August ended with Chelsea held captive by psycho Allison. Of course, as I mentioned in the Week 26 recap, the month of September started off with yet another hiatus--September 1-5 were full of reruns. My goodness.
By Clyde E. Dawkinsabout a year ago in Geeks
Phantom of Excalibur: Proposing a New Kitty Pryde Uniform for Marvel Future Fight
Kitty Pryde's journey through the Marvel Universe has seen her embody various roles: a brilliant young mutant, an X-Men stalwart, a ninja warrior, a Guardian of the Galaxy, a pirate captain, an educator, and the proud leader of the Marauders. However, her visually striking and thematically rich "Shadowcat" persona from the Excalibur era, which combines mutant abilities with martial arts mastery, is notably underrepresented in Marvel Future Fight.
By Jenna Deedyabout a year ago in Geeks
The Modern Steampunk Wardrobe: How to Blend Retro-Futurism with Everyday Fashion
Introduction: Why Steampunk Isn’t Just for Cosplay Anymore Steampunk clothing isn’t stuck at comic cons and themed events anymore—it’s slowly seeping into mainstream fashion. The mix of Victorian elegance, industrial grit, and futuristic fantasy makes it one of the most versatile styles of alternative fashion today. From steampunk trench coats that double as chic outerwear to corsets that pair with denim, the steampunk wardrobe has grown beyond costume culture.
By Aditya Agarwalabout a year ago in Geeks
6 Front-Runners To Win The Challenge: Vets & New Threats
I haven't written about The Challenge in while but we're back because Vets and New Threats have kept me intrigued. We have seen new stars emerge like Sydney Segal and Leonardo Dionicio. We have also seen vets like Olivia Kaiser and Michaela Bradshaw really find their footing this season as leaders of the franchise. This will be a list of 3 men and 3 women that have the best chances to win this season of The Challenge: Vets and New Threats.
By Dylan Deckardabout a year ago in Geeks
Alma Pöysti Wins Best European Actress at the Septimius Awards 2025 in Amsterdam
Alma Pöysti's triumph as Best European Actress for her performance in Orenda at the 2025 Septimius Awards is a milestone moment - not just for her, but for the kind of emotional clarity and risk that European cinema so often aspires to deliver. In a field crowded with powerful performances, Pöysti stood out for her ability to be both intensely personal and hauntingly universal, drawing viewers inside Orenda in a way that stays with you long after the film ends.
By MarqueeNarrativeabout a year ago in Geeks
Luo Bin’s New Dawn (当大事) Wins Best Short Film at the Septimius Awards 2025 and Paralympic Japanese actress Mei Ichinose is nominated for Best Asian Actress for her role in “The Edge”
In a significant moment for Chinese filmmaking, director Luo Bin’s poignant and evocative short film, "New Dawn," was awarded Best Short Film at the prestigious Septimius Awards 2025. The ceremony, held on September 4th at the iconic Tuschinski Theater in Amsterdam, celebrated a diverse range of cinematic talent from across the globe, and Luo’s win stood out as a beacon of hope and recognition for Chinese artists who have long been on the periphery of Western award circuits.
By MarqueeNarrativeabout a year ago in Geeks
Shohreh Aghdashloo wins Lifetime Achievement Award and Mahnaz Afshar wins Best Asian Actress and “The Seed of the Sacred Fig” Honored at Septimius Awards 2025 — Iranian Winners Shine in Amsterdam
The Tuschinski Theater in Amsterdam was the epicenter of cinematic celebration on September 4, 2025, as the Septimius Awards paid tribute to a trio of extraordinary Iranian talents. The prestigious ceremony, revered for its global perspective, bestowed a Lifetime Achievement Award upon the incomparable Shohreh Aghdashloo, honored "The Seed of the Sacred Fig" with the Best Asian Film award, and recognized Mahnaz Afshar as Best Asian Actress for her role in "A Date In November." These accolades not only mark personal milestones but also stand as powerful testaments to the enduring strength and influence of Iranian cinema on the world stage.
By MarqueeNarrativeabout a year ago in Geeks
Manchester United vs. Chelsea
In the world of football, certain fixtures transcend the boundaries of mere games, becoming cultural events that capture global attention. Among these, the clash between Manchester United and Chelsea stands out as a spectacle of skill, strategy, and raw passion. Whether referred to as Man Utd vs Chelsea, Chelsea vs Man United, or simply the "Red vs Blue" showdown, this encounter is a highlight of the Premier League calendar, blending history with modern-day intensity.
By KAMRAN AHMADabout a year ago in Geeks
The Lizzie Borden House
Welcome back to 'Why It's Shifty' and today we're covering the Lizzie Borden House. The story of Lizzie Borden is a famous one no matter what you believe about the verdict. The legal implications of the time are as fascinating as the story of the house itself. It has become one of the most incredible narratives of houses next to the Winchester Mansion. Let's take a look at the case, the aftermath and the theories that shine a light on what goes down at the Lizzie Borden House...
By Annie Kapurabout a year ago in Geeks
Steampunk Clothing Guide: From Trench Coats to Corsets, How to Dress Like a Victorian Rebel
If you’ve ever wanted to look like you just stepped out of a time-traveling airship, Steampunk Clothing is your perfect fashion playground. Blending Victorian elegance with industrial grit, steampunk style is bold, rebellious, and endlessly customizable. Whether you’re preparing for a convention, a photoshoot, or simply want to add vintage flair to your everyday outfits, this guide will walk you through the essentials — from the steampunk trench coat to the iconic steampunk corset.
By Aditya Agarwalabout a year ago in Geeks
When the World Belongs to Geeks
M Mehran On the first day of college, Daniel walked into the cafeteria holding a laptop under his arm. Not just any laptop—a bulky, sticker-covered machine he had rebuilt piece by piece, upgrading parts he could barely afford. He carried it everywhere like someone else might carry a skateboard or guitar. To most students, it looked like a strange accessory. To Daniel, it was his identity. He wasn’t the guy who scored goals on the soccer field or drew applause on stage. He was the guy who stayed up all night trying to make a line of code work, who debated the merits of different graphics cards like others debated movies, who got lost in fantasy novels so thick they could double as doorstops. He was a geek—and he knew it. What he didn’t know was that being a geek would eventually become his greatest strength. For decades, geeks lived on the margins. They were teased for caring too much about the “wrong” things: comics, computers, science fiction, trivia, chess. They were the kids sitting alone at lunch, the ones drawing superheroes in notebooks or sketching rocket designs in math class. Society told them to tone it down, to stop being weird, to “get a real hobby.” But here’s the secret: geeks never stopped. They didn’t let go of their passions, no matter how unpopular they seemed. And because they didn’t let go, the world quietly shifted in their direction. Think about it. The Marvel movies dominating box offices? Built on the passion of comic book geeks who refused to give up their stories. The video game industry that rivals Hollywood? Born from kids who spent hours obsessing over pixels. The phone in your pocket? The result of countless nights where geeks like Daniel stayed up, tinkering with circuits and code. Daniel’s story wasn’t glamorous at first. He spent countless weekends indoors while others went to parties. His roommates teased him for “dating his laptop.” But slowly, people began noticing something. When their own computers crashed, they came to him for help. When they needed a new app idea for a class project, they asked him to build it. Suddenly, the guy they dismissed as “too into tech” became the guy everyone relied on. That’s the paradox of geeks: mocked in the beginning, indispensable in the end. But what makes geeks so powerful isn’t just intelligence—it’s passion. Passion that drives them to stay curious, to ask questions others overlook, to keep working long after everyone else has given up. Passion that refuses to be quiet, even when the world laughs. And this passion is contagious. Walk into a comic convention, and you’ll see thousands of people dressed as their favorite characters, proudly geeking out over every detail. Step into a robotics competition, and you’ll see kids with sparks in their eyes, cheering as their creations move across the floor. What was once “nerdy” is now celebrated—and that celebration has created a culture where creativity thrives. Daniel eventually started a small software company. At first, it was just him and two other geeks coding in a cramped apartment. They didn’t look like entrepreneurs—no suits, no glossy presentations, just three friends with mismatched chairs and endless pizza boxes. But their love for building something new gave them an edge. Within a few years, their program was being used in schools across the country. The boy who once hid behind his laptop became the man shaping the future of education. This is what geeks do. They take the things they love—whether it’s technology, games, books, or science—and they turn them into something bigger than themselves. They remind us that passion, even when misunderstood, has the power to change everything. And maybe that’s the greatest lesson geeks have to offer: don’t hide what you love. Whether it’s astronomy, anime, history, or hacking, your obsession is your gift. The world doesn’t move forward because of people who play it safe; it moves forward because of those willing to dive headfirst into their passions, no matter how unusual they seem. Today, the word “geek” isn’t an insult anymore—it’s a compliment. It means you care deeply. It means you’re unafraid to stand out. It means you’re willing to build, explore, and imagine. The world once belonged to the strong. Then it belonged to the rich. But today, and tomorrow, it belongs to the geeks. Because geeks don’t just live in the world. They reimagine it.
By Muhammad Mehranabout a year ago in Geeks
