humanity
Humanity or geek-manity? Humanity topics include pieces on the real-life lives of geek advocates and influencors.
Marty Lagina: The Reluctant Believer Who Transformed Oak Island Forever
He didn’t come looking for a legend. He came with spreadsheets, risk assessments, and an engineer’s sense of logic. He came to support his brother — to lend resources, not faith. And yet, season after season, year after year, Marty Lagina became something he never expected:
By Rukka Nova8 months ago in Geeks
Dr. Ian Spooner: The Scientist Who Brought Oak Island’s Secrets to the Surface
In a world driven by legends of lost gold, secret codes, and ancient booby traps, The Curse of Oak Island has always walked a tightrope between folklore and fact. And at the center of that delicate balance — cutting through the fog of conspiracy with a quiet, analytical mind — stands Dr. Ian Spooner.
By Rukka Nova8 months ago in Geeks
Silver the hedgehog needs his own game!!!
To clarify, I am not a gamer, but rather an observer of the gaming world. While watching videos on YouTube, I came across several old games of the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise. I can’t believe Silver the Hedgehog doesn’t have his own game. So far, Silver has only appeared in a few Sonic games, and he has had a minor role. You would think it's about time he got his own game, because Silver is quite popular in comic books, as well as in fan fiction and animations found on the internet.
By stephanie borges8 months ago in Geeks
David Blankenship: The Silent Strength Behind Oak Island’s Greatest Hunt
When you think of Oak Island — that windswept enigma off the coast of Nova Scotia — names like Rick Lagina or Dan Blankenship immediately come to mind. But beneath the surface, away from the spotlight and often without fanfare, stood David Blankenship — a man whose quiet resolve and lifetime of sacrifice shaped the island's most enduring legacy.
By Rukka Nova8 months ago in Geeks
Dan Blankenship: The Relentless Treasure Hunter Who Gave His Life to Oak Island
In the shadowy mythology of Oak Island — that cursed patch of Nova Scotian land said to conceal everything from pirate gold to sacred relics — one name stands above all others: Dan Blankenship.
By Rukka Nova8 months ago in Geeks
Jack Begley: The Fearless Researcher Behind Oak Island’s Endless Mystery
In the world of The Curse of Oak Island, where history bleeds into myth and every spade of dirt may conceal a world-changing discovery, few figures have captured viewers' imaginations quite like Jack Begley. With his distinctive energy, bearded resolve, and relentless pursuit of the truth, Jack has evolved from a secondary cast member into a symbol of raw determination on the world’s most-watched treasure hunt.
By Rukka Nova8 months ago in Geeks
The Curse of Oak Island: Production Secrets, Editing Tricks & the Hidden Realities Behind the Hit TV Show
The show, which chronicles the Lagina brothers' obsessive quest to uncover the secrets of Nova Scotia's most mysterious island, is an intoxicating cocktail of ancient puzzles, booby traps, and bold excavation. But behind the excitement and cliffhangers lies a lesser-known tale — the real story of how the show is made.
By Rukka Nova8 months ago in Geeks
Duck Dynasty Legend Phil Robertson Dies at 79
Phil Robertson, the iconic bearded patriarch of Duck Dynasty, passed away on May 25, 2025, at the age of 79, leaving behind a remarkable legacy that blends faith, family, controversy, and an unexpected rise to television stardom. Known for his unapologetic Christian values and rustic lifestyle, Robertson’s influence reached far beyond duck calls and reality TV. His death has sent waves of grief and reflection across fans, critics, and fellow Christians alike.
By Bevy Osuos8 months ago in Geeks
The Younger Dryas Cataclysm: Did a Comet Wipe Out an Ancient Civilization 12,800 Years Ago?
🧊 Something Shattered Earth—and History—12,800 Years Ago Roughly 12,800 years ago, something drastic happened to Earth. In an instant, a warming planet was thrown back into Ice Age conditions. Temperatures plummeted. Megafauna died off. Humans vanished from the archaeological record. Entire ecosystems collapsed.
By Rukka Nova8 months ago in Geeks










