It’s a phrase uttered throughout movies, TV, and music. It’s not just pop culture, it’s pervasive throughout all of modern culture across multiple generations and continents for nearly the last half-millenia. The turn of phrase used to excuse the actions of boys from childhood all way through to the elderly. An excuse uttered to coverContinue reading “The Toxicity of ‘Boys Will be Boys’”
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Stigma and Racism in the time of CoVid-19- The Expected Reaction
Leaving aside the disaster that is the handling of this virus in America or indeed the world over, the rising tide of xenophobia against East Asian people during this crisis against all of humanity is sadly expected. Built from fear, stemming from history and covered in a glaze of political one-upmanship, racism is a toolContinue reading “Stigma and Racism in the time of CoVid-19- The Expected Reaction”
Adults Moving Back Home in 2020
Popular culture is full of stigmas about grown adults who have to move back home. It’s in movies and books all over the world, talking about how some adults move back home with mom and dad. Whether you’re home because of coronavirus, money, or any number of reasons, those are your reasons and no justificationContinue reading “Adults Moving Back Home in 2020”
Jaded Firsts- Romantically
There’s something about getting older that can make someone jaded. Spiritually, ethically, or especially romantically. For our first part of the Jaded series, we’re talking about romance and how even as you get older, having first experiences together can still be amazing and fabulous. Firsts can and will test a new relationship and often tellContinue reading “Jaded Firsts- Romantically”
Protected: Sanctuary State Retaliation-New York Losing Trusted Traveler Programs
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In Defense of Obi-Wan Kenobi- A TV Show
A Soon to be Old Ben Story- Spoilers Ahead. Say what you will about the current Trilogy of Star Wars movies. Love’em or hate’em, the opinion on those movies has divided an entire generation of new film goers and fans. So it is with some hope that we see the development of an Obi-Wan TVContinue reading “In Defense of Obi-Wan Kenobi- A TV Show”
Combating GAS- Gear Acquisition Syndrome
Near as I can tell, a lot of us like to collect things. Lightsabers, Pins, Jerseys, Figurines, Model Kits, Guitars, Cameras, Snowboards, Make Up, Shoes, Bags, Jackets. Everybody, regardless of gender, likes some variety in their lives. Yet where do we draw the line? Where does variety become a justification for addictive behavior? Personally, itContinue reading “Combating GAS- Gear Acquisition Syndrome”
Five Ways Traveling to Japan Will Surprise and Delight
As an American, I can only speak to American habits and ideas generally. Yet as a traveler, there are things we’ve all experienced that will open our eyes and make us rethink how things are done back home. Here are a few about Japan that are genuinely delightful and that I wish were imported moreContinue reading “Five Ways Traveling to Japan Will Surprise and Delight”
The 5 styles of Watch Every Modern Man Should Have
Some guys have 1 watch, some guys have 15 or 20. However many you have, these are the 5 essentials. The world today can tell you the time a dozen different ways in the blink of an eye. Sweep your eye across any room and everything from a wall clock to a cell phone toContinue reading “The 5 styles of Watch Every Modern Man Should Have”
100% Must-Haves in Your Carry-On Personal Bag
Getting on a plane is stressful enough right? You’ve got luggage, you’ve got people, you may even have animals (looking at you emotional support pig). Having the right things in your carry-on personal item will help. For our sakes, I won’t mention jackets, pants or medication as those are pretty personal choices. For our purposesContinue reading “100% Must-Haves in Your Carry-On Personal Bag”
The Patently Nerdy Human 