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Modern popular culture topics in the geek sphere.
Lilith
As a fan of the recently ended CW supernatural thriller, Supernatural, I was always impressed by the characters that the writers developed over the course of its' fifteen seasons. Some of my personal favorites were of course the Winchester brothers, Sam and Dean, Castiel, Bobby, Crawley, Ruby, and of course, Mark Pelligrino's portrayal of the pivotal devil, Lucifer. The one character that beyond any doubt shook the first five years of the show was the character, Lilith. Lilith is a popular character throughout history, the Queen of the Demons, the first historical reference to a succubus, and quite possibly the queen of all evil. Why has pop culture, literature, and history enjoyed such a flirtation with this popularly evil she-demon?
By Jason Morton6 years ago in Geeks
Could Rainforest Café Be Remodeled Into 'Star Wars' Themed Gift Shop?
If you have always dreamed of doing some Star Wars shopping at a temple that was built 5,000 years ago by the mysterious warrior race known as the Massassi, you might get your wish at some point in the future.
By Culture Slate6 years ago in Geeks
What Did Old Cartoons Teach Us?
Cartoon Network telecast a lot of great cartoons back when I was young, in the late 90s and early 2000s. I used to eat breakfast watching these cartoons before school and later once the school bell rang, would rush home in the evening. Each show had a different emotion and a different set of values to teach. Now that I'm a grown-up, I enjoy the music too and appreciate the amount of effort put into the background themes of these children's shows.
By vaisrinivasan6 years ago in Geeks
The Persistent and Disturbing Trend of Student/Teacher Relationships on Teen Shows
This topic has been on my mind for a really long time. I noticed it with Dawson's Creek but I shrugged it off as a one time discomfort. Then recapping Glee I saw the April Rhodes story and while she's not a teacher, she is an older woman and was depicted (as a sight gag no less) to have had relations with a few underage students. Then I heard about Pretty Little Liars and that student teacher relationship which people actually shipped. Then I saw Life Unexpected and dear god that student/teacher relationship was the worst example I'd ever seen. It doesn't stop there, there's The OC, One Tree Hill, and even recently with Riverdale. It got me thinking...why is this such a common thread and why is it almost always handled so freaking poorly? I can only thank god that Freaks and Geeks was cancelled before Judd Apatow ruined things by making Lindsay have a thing for Mr. Russo.
By Melodie Mulder6 years ago in Geeks
Macho Madness
Randall Mario Poffo was born on November 11, 1952, but we would come to know him as the one and only “Macho Man” Randy Savage. Before entering the world of professional wrestling, Poffo was signed by the St. Louis Cardinals as a catcher straight out of high school. He was placed in the minor leagues to help develop his skills. In the minor leagues, he primarily played as an outfield. Randy injured his right shoulder, which was his natural throwing arm, in a collision at home plate, after this, Randy learned to throw with his left arm instead. Poffo’s last season was in 1974 where he finished with a .254 Batting average and had hit 16 home runs.
By Mark Cannon Jr.6 years ago in Geeks
Sports Movie Cliches That Hollywood Will Never Tire Of
Introduction Every loves a good sports film don't they? I would assume anyone reading this post does, otherwise I would be wondering why you had chosen this post to read on Vocal Media. Anyway. At the their best, sports films can be some of the most entertaining, enthralling and inspiring pieces of cinema that you are likely to witness in your lifetime. From movies based on true stories to stories of complete fiction, some sports films know just how to hook you in. How do they manage to do this? By using certain tropes or cliches that have worked in previous sports films and have proven to be successful, thus necessitating their usage in the next great sports film. The following post will present and explain a few of the most prevalent tropes found in sports movies, providing examples taken from the genre. All of these cliches have carried through the decades, for better or worse, but all I am here to do is present and explain them to you. Sit back, relax and take in this article about some of the sports cliches that Hollywood will never tire of.
By Fergus Jeffs6 years ago in Geeks
The Power of Storytelling in Children’s Media
I remember waking up early on Saturday morning to watch cartoons — Sonic X, to be specific — and eagerly anticipating every fight scene. It didn’t matter what episode played, the heroes, or the plot, I was enamored. This continued into my Disney Channel days, tuning in and tuning out, looking to be entertained, without a thought spared of the show after the episode was over. Everything was formulated to entertain children, not to grow them. That is, until Avatar: The Last Airbender came along. (Avatar spoilers ahead: read with caution!)
By Emmy Fischer6 years ago in Geeks
What’s Your 2020 Grand Finale? {QUIZ}
From murder hornets and wildfires to civil unrest and of course, a global pandemic, 2020 may be one of the worst years in history. It's a shame so many dreams and travel plans were crushed in the span of 12 months. In some ways, this crazy year has made us realize the things most important to us: family, friends, and simple joys. It's been a wake up call to support small businesses, save the planet, and give to those who are less fortunate. It's made us realize things like education, equality, and good leadership are the pillars of a peaceful society. 2020 had some pros.
By The Quiz Queen6 years ago in Geeks
What is a Barbarian?
When you hear the word "barbarian" you immediately picture a certain type of character. On the one hand they're strong and tough, dauntless, driven, and iron-willed. On the other they often lack sophistication, are prone to dangerous outbursts of temper, and are often cruel, bestial, or unfeeling.
By Neal Litherland6 years ago in Geeks
