Today on GeekLBTQ we talk about Authorial Intent, and the hows and whys it does or doesn’t matter. We use the case example of Orson Scott Card’s failed run writing The Adventures of Superman and the unprecedented public backlash to dig deeper into the problem of being fans of problematic media. We also explore the …
In this episode of Geeksploitation, Andrew and Amanda explore why so many shows aimed at kids have such large adult followings. Join us as we reminisce about our childhood loves and discover the hidden adult humor we missed out on as kids.
JJ Abrams directing Episode VII.. Amazing or a disaster waiting to happen? Does more action and bigger audiences ultimately benefit much loved geek franchises or should they stick to their roots? Amanda and Andrew are joined by special guest and trekkie Julia Poissant to weigh in on the new Star Wars film and talk about …
This month we explore asexuality and its evolving state of visibility in pop media. We also touch on the sometimes contentious relationship between the queer community and other sexual minorities, and nibble on our ally cookies as we explore the common grounds of privilege and marginalization! Our examples of the day include how Ouran Host …
In this episode, Ryan and Geneviève drop the academics and take the time to discuss some of their popular culture (and sometimes not so popular) fantasies.