humanity

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

Unraveling the Veil: Top 10 Conspiracies that Challenge Reality
Welcome to the intriguing world of conspiracy theories, where reality and speculation intertwine to create narratives that captivate the human imagination. In this comprehensive exploration, we will delve deeper into the top 10 conspiracy theories that have left an indelible mark on our collective consciousness. From the Flat Earth paradox to the mysterious reptilian overlords, join us on a journey through the enigmatic realms of secret plans, manipulation, and the unexplainable.
By André Stigberg2 years ago in Geeks
How ‘I Think You Should Leave’ Conveys The Autistic Experience
Last time, I wrote about how Tim Robinson’s sketch comedy series, I Think You Should Leave is deeper than you think because of its unique brand of absurdist humor and cringe metacommentary. There is no denying that the show excels in illustrating the awkwardness and intricacies of social situations. However, it unexpectedly resonates strongly with many people on the autism spectrum.
By Jay Kobayashi2 years ago in Geeks
Harem Anime
Let's talk about something we're going to visit a lot in the coming months. A broad topic, and in fact an entire genre of anime that may be popular, but is riddled with issues. I could honestly probably build a full regular blog off of everything here, but instead, we'll cover just a few aspects.
By Loki Taviel2 years ago in Geeks
Self-Awareness: The Backbone of the MCU
Even as a fan of the Marvel Universe, sometimes it’s difficult not to feel as though we’re being completely inundated with new projects, movies and shows. Since the start of the pandemic alone, Marvel has released more than ten blockbuster movies — and that’s without even mentioning their burgeoning world of new TV shows. From Loki and Wandavision to Hawkeye and the increasingly notorious She Hulk: Attorney At Law, Marvel fans have had a lot to keep up with in recent months.
By Ben Ulansey2 years ago in Geeks
Anatomy of a Scene – ‘The NZT-48 Pill’
"Worth the risk?...What would you do?" How often have you thought about the possibility of taking one pill per each day that would maximize your brain’s full potential? With the movie ‘Limitless’ with Bradley Cooper and Robert DeNiro, this film poses the answer in the form of ‘NZT-48’, which can allow you to access everything you’ve read, heard, and learned without any true effort. This kind of wonder drug is purely fictional but many people in real life seek this kind of legal short cut nowadays whether it’s to focus, to lose weight, to improve memory, or to retain more information. In the film’s early scenes such as the one that introduce this magic pill’s effects, we get to see what kind of effects NZT-48 has on Eddie Moura, the main character.
By Ben W2 years ago in Geeks
Why do Managers Exist?
Earlier this year, a paper published by the NBER gained national attention. In essence, it revealed that many companies were classifying their minimum wage workers as managers, despite lacking any managerial responsibilities. This classification allowed companies to avoid paying overtime. Notable companies like Panera, Verizon, JPMorgan, Publix, Walmart, Facebook, Staples, Lowe's, McDonald's, KFC, and Pizza Hut were all implicated in this practice at some point.
By Sandra NM2 years ago in Geeks
"Unraveling the Enigma: Strange Paradoxes of Reality"
The human brain, a remarkable organ with unparalleled intelligence, has an insatiable curiosity for understanding the universe. We've come a long way in unraveling the mysteries of the cosmos, yet there remain certain enigmas that continue to baffle us. One such perplexity is the paradox, a concept that defies our conventional understanding of reality. In this journey through paradoxical wonders, we explore these perplexities that provoke us to think beyond the boundaries of our comprehension.
By E.V.K2 years ago in Geeks
The Shows That Got Me Through Covid
I feel like we don't talk about the Covid years a lot. I feel like a lot of us have pushed those dark times under the rug and we are just praying that we never have to go through it again. Sometimes, it can be hard to revisit the dark times.
By Hope Martin2 years ago in Geeks
The Future of Copywriting in an AI-world
I recently decided to start writing again. As an outlet for my own creative expression, writing has always been a way in which I enjoy being persuasive. Whether for marketing purposes or just creative expression- it gets conversations going, and I love that.
By Kamryn Hines2 years ago in Geeks
Colonial Chorus Players 'As She Likes It' is a Theatrical Celebration of Women
Thou has to fight to be recognized. Colonial Chorus Players presents As She Likes It, a play consisting of six vignettes featuring various women characters from Shakespeare’s works. These six different stories explore the complex themes of women’s roles as the women realize their worth and fight to comprehend their situations.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Geeks
Heaven, Hell and the Multiverse
The mythology of heaven and hell has often been used in literature as a way to comment on ethics in general. Dante's Divine Comedy takes us on a journey through hell, purgatory and paradise, the most famous of these being his Inferno. Milton gave us Paradise Lost. The satirist Jonathan Swift described The Place of the Damned by its inhabitants including "Damned poets, damned critics, damned blockheads, damned knaves, damned senators bribed, damned prostitute slaves". The poet William Blake wrote The Marriage of Heaven and Hell in which he contrasts the free Dionysian spirit of hell with the authoritarian and carefully regulated, dare we say repressed, heaven.
By Marco den Ouden2 years ago in Geeks
Aliens Presented in Mexico Congress a hoax?
During a historic congressional event in Mexico City, lawmakers were presented with compelling evidence suggesting the existence of extraterrestrial life. The hearing, focused on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP), showcased two artifacts that were believed to be the remains of non-human beings. Esteemed Mexican journalist and UFO enthusiast, Jaime Maussan, provided testimony and unveiled these intriguing discoveries.
By Mohminah Gauraki2 years ago in Geeks