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FEAR IS THE VIRUS: How Narcissists Try to Hack Your System
Imagine, for a moment, that your body, your mind, your very emotional operating system is a pristine, high-end laptop. Sleek, efficient, fully updated. You take care of it. You keep it charged. You even splurge on antivirus software now and then – self-care routines, therapy, meditation, that sort of thing.
By THE HONED CRONE3 months ago in Geeks
Disney’s New Tween Era Glows with Millennial Nostalgia: “Electric Bloom” & “Vampirina: Teenage Vampire”
The Disney Channel has always been a network I could count on throughout my life. From watching Lizzie McGuire with my friends in high school because Aaron Carter was guest-starring, to belting out songs from High School Musical with my sisters well into our twenties—Disney always hit the mark. Sure, I wasn’t always the intended age group for their shows, but they never failed to put a smile on my face. One thing’s for sure: Disney has a knack for spotting talent and turning them into stars.
By All’s Fair in Love & Writing3 months ago in Geeks
North Shore Music Theatre's "The Cher Show" Electrifies Glitter, Glamour, and Sparkles
Don’t fear life and love yourself. North Shore Music Theatre presents The Cher Show, a jukebox musical about the life and career of singer-actress Cher. As the starlet makes her way to fame, she faces roadblocks from her husband, Sonny Bono, who tries to control Cher’s every decision.
By Marielle Sabbag3 months ago in Geeks
Human Bandwidth Crisis
Across the continental United States, synchronized slowdowns are being recorded in two parallel systems: human motor behavior and digital network performance. The symptoms appear ordinary at first glance — drivers idling through green lights, app interfaces hesitating, signals buffering — yet the frequency and simultaneity indicate a broader malfunction.
By Dr. Mozelle Martin3 months ago in Geeks
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 3 months ago in Geeks
Every The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror - Rated and Ranked (Part Two)
And I'm back with Part Two of my review and rating of every single Treehouse of Horror episode of The Simpsons. If you aren't familiar with the basics, feel free to check out Part One right here. Otherwise, let's move right on to checking out the next episode on the list -
By John Dodge3 months ago in Geeks
Halloween Martial Arts Action Cinema Volume 1
It is officially Samhain (Halloween) season. This time of year is filled with a variety of events. From haunted houses/corn mazes, costume parties, pumpkin patches, & zombie walks. October has no shortage of festive activities. However, one of the most enjoyable pastimes is during All Hallows' Eve. Especially if you're a cinephile. Is watching horror films/series. And over the past 2-3 decades. There has been no shortage of great horror selections. But what about those of us who are genuinely adamant fans of martial arts action cinema? What are the ideal spooky martial arts films to curate during Halloween movie season?
By Martial World Action Cinema3 months ago in Geeks
‘A House of Dynamite’ Ending Explained — Inside Kathryn Bigelow’s Netflix Thriller. AI-Generated.
‘A House of Dynamite’ Ending Explained — Inside Kathryn Bigelow’s Netflix Thriller Netflix’s 2025 release, A House of Dynamite, is a short political thriller that has captured audiences worldwide. Directed by Kathryn Bigelow, the 18-minute film delivers a tense, emotional story about leadership, responsibility, and decision-making under extreme pressure.
By Farhan Khan3 months ago in Geeks
Disney+ Canceled Shows 2025: From ‘Lizzie McGuire’ to ‘Goosebumps’. AI-Generated.
Disney+ Canceled Shows 2025: From ‘Lizzie McGuire’ to ‘Goosebumps’ The world of streaming is always changing, and not every show gets the chance to continue. Over the past few years, Disney+ has ended several series that once had loyal fans and strong potential. From the long-awaited Lizzie McGuire revival to newer titles like Goosebumps, each show had its own story and reason for being discontinued.
By Farhan Khan3 months ago in Geeks
Every The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror - Rated and Ranked (Part One). Top Story - October 2025.
In the time since its premiere back in 1989, The Simpsons has amassed nearly 800 episodes, and while the long-running animated sitcom rarely retreads the exact same stories, fans know that they can always look forward to a new Treehouse of Horror every single year.
By John Dodge3 months ago in Geeks
June Lockhart: The Timeless Star Who Captured Generations. AI-Generated.
When we talk about classic Hollywood and the golden age of television, one name often shines brightly — June Lockhart. Known for her grace, warmth, and powerful presence on screen, she has been a familiar face to generations of viewers. Whether she was caring for Timmy on Lassie or guiding her family through outer space on Lost in Space, June Lockhart became a symbol of kindness, intelligence, and strength in every role she played.
By sehzeen fatima3 months ago in Geeks
General Hospital October 27 2025. AI-Generated.
This Monday’s episode of General Hospital (October 27, 2025) is going to be full of emotions, surprises, and dangerous choices. From Sonny Corinthos receiving shocking news to Drew Cain making a bold offer, and Jenz Sidwell considering a deadly option, Port Charles will be buzzing with drama. Let’s take a detailed look at what’s coming up!
By Mona Kumari3 months ago in Geeks
