Category: essay
2023 Media Year in Review
Here’s some of the things I watched, read, and enjoyed over 2023.
Bad Fandom Friend
I’ve been thinking a lot about the Bad Art Friend and what it says about the online world and what are considered safe spaces therein and how it relates to fandom.
My 5 Favorite Performances from Dean Stockwell (Plus 1 Least Favorite)
We lost one of the greats last week. I write about the five Dean Stockwell performances that are my favorite (plus one that’s my least).
Needing Closure From Netflix
The actions of Netflix in the wake of Dave Chapelle’s new special has been enough for me. Goodbye, Netflix.
5 Things I’m Doing to Stay Culturally Engaged During the Pandemic
I was asked to write up a post for a Facebook group I’m in on ways I’m keeping culturally active during the pandemic. I decided to turn it into a 5 Fandom Friday.
The (Humorous) Guide to Celebrity Distances
Angie takes on how to measure how close you are to the celebrity you admire.
My Terrible, Horrible, No Good Gatekeeping Nerdist Internship Interview
In 2013, I had an interview for an internship at Nerdist. It did not go well. I finally open up about it.
5 Fun (or Geeky) Takes on “12 Days of Christmas”
Have some fun this holiday season with these various versions of the song “The Twelve Days of Christmas”.
The Power of Theatre
The theatre has been a huge part of my life. Recently, I had a moment to remember how powerful it can be.
My ‘Citizen Kane’ List — Round 1
We all know them: movies that we may not have seen but are so part of the cultural landscape that you might as well have. Here are five ones I have on my list.