humanity
Humanity or geek-manity? Humanity topics include pieces on the real-life lives of geek advocates and influencors.
Post Cosplay Life: One Year Later
October 27, 2024: a date that I'll always remember forever. If you're new to Vocal or my page, welcome aboard. After 10 years of doing cosplay, I made the decision to retire from this wonderful craft. I loved meeting so many people on social media and at conventions. Not only that, but I loved showing off my cosplays to everyone. I participated in many cosplay contests, winning two of them. So why did I decide to walk away from the thing that I enjoyed so much, you ask? Three reasons were deciding factors in making this decision: the almost three-year absence of me not attending cons, the tragic passing of my grandfather back in 2022, and experienced signs of burnout. I attended my first con in nearly three years in late September 2022, then attended my final two conventions in 2024 before closing out my decade-long cosplay journey. I didn't see myself cosplaying well into 2025 and beyond, because I wanted to seek and pursue other interests and hobbies. 10 years was a really good run, but I want to explore new things that I always wanted to try. For example, I've always had a huge fascination with photography. My amazing experiences with cosplay photographers at and outside of cons made me curious to try this skill. I had a digital camera over 15 years ago while I was attending college, but I ended up losing it. Now, I'm eager to learn how to be skilled in taking picture perfect photographs. My ultimate goal is to photograph at fan conventions and possibly do cosplay photoshoots somewhere down the road.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 5 months ago in Geeks
The Punisher’s Skull Has Been Hijacked. Content Warning.
Trigger Warning: This article discusses violence, vigilantism, and extremist ideology. Frank Castle’s white skull emblem, adorning the Punisher’s chest, is one of the most misinterpreted and misappropriated symbols in comic book history. Marvel’s tragic antihero, the Punisher, is not meant to glorify lawlessness or authoritarian revenge; instead, he serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of an individual's moral code overriding the very concept of justice.
By Jenna Deedy5 months ago in Geeks
CFS: Montréal's Film Society
I feel as though I am finally ready to write about Montreal’s Cineclub Film Society, a group that programs and airs films of original prints at theatres and other locations around the city. But I feel as though I should have done this quite some time ago. It was a problem of neglecting what was so obviously a part of my life that I never felt that it would matter if I spoke about them at all. Now, I feel that you should all know what happens in Canada’s playground during the difficult autumn and winter seasons. But my story does not begin with just a breakdown of the organization. This is a personal story.
By Kendall Defoe 5 months ago in Geeks
(Almost) Every Piece of Symbolism to Look Out For in the Upcoming Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc Movie
Spoiler alert for the upcoming movie and the Chainsaw Man manga! — Guys, it’s almost time. Grab your Pochita popcorn buckets and rejoice: the Reze arc of Chainsaw Man is out in theaters in less than a week.
By angela hepworth5 months ago in Geeks
TikTok Comedian Steve Bridges Has Died Aged 41
# 🌟 A Shocking Goodbye to a Beloved Star The world of TikTok comedy was shaken when news spread that **Steve Bridges**, the much-loved social media comedian, had passed away at just **41 years old**. The announcement came from his wife, **Chelsey Bridges**, who shared an emotional video confirming that Steve had died in his sleep on **October 15, 2025**. The heartbreaking update left millions of his fans stunned, many struggling to believe that the man who made them laugh every day was gone.
By Kashif Wazir5 months ago in Geeks
Is YouTube Down?
It’s a modern-day moment of panic for millions: you settle in to watch a video, only to be met with a spinning buffer wheel or an enigmatic playback error. The immediate question pops into your head and into search bars worldwide: "Is YouTube down?" When the platform hosting over 2 billion users goes offline, even briefly, it creates a digital earthquake.
By KAMRAN AHMAD5 months ago in Geeks
Nashoba Players Bring 'Connected: The Musical' Back to the Stage
Open your heart and feel our love. You are worthy and you are enough. Get ready, because Nashoba Players is preparing to present Connected: The Musical. The story follows Gabriel, who discovers his true identity as a transgender boy. Throughout the story, Gabriel and his circle of friends confront the impacts of social media, relationships, and self-discovery.
By Marielle Sabbag5 months ago in Geeks
Eleanor the Great (2025): An Uplifting and Moving Film
Keep telling stories to help find their light. Eleanor the Great is a 2025 film. After a loss, 94-year-old Eleanor Morgenstein returns to New York City to live with her daughter. In a misunderstanding, Eleanor joins a Holocaust group where she strikes up an unlikely friendship with Nina, a 19-year-old journalist.
By Marielle Sabbag6 months ago in Geeks
