Remembering Mel: One Awesome Lady Geek
I’ll start by saying I miss her. I first met Melissa five or six years ago at a meeting...
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Author: Tara M. Clapper
6 Ways to Get More Interaction For Your LARP Character
One of the most frequent complaints I hear from other LARPers (live action role players) involves...
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NYCC Gender in Cosplay Observations and Cosplay Trends
At the 2013 New York Comic Con, I observed hundreds of cosplayers. Since I was there to cover...
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Female Agents in ‘Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.’ Are Not Cookie Cutter
By the numbers, it’s clear that “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” is here to stay. As...
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The Poor Representation of Women in Media Consumed by the Geek Subculture is NOT Imagined
Many self-identified geek females are justifiably outraged at the lack of fair representation of...
Read More“Thor” Promotional Images: Comparative Analysis
The new “Thor: The Dark World” poster has received a fair amount of criticism for several reasons. The poster features Thor (Chris Hemsworth) standing protectively next to Jane Foster (Natalie Portman). Critics of...
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Tips for Running Your Own RP Group
Are you interested in running a role playing group of any kind? If you enjoy participating in RP...
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Thor’s Hot Fudge Sundae Poptart Latte Recipe
Thor loves food. Whether he’s chowing down on a pink creamsicle in a golden age comic,...
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