The Geeks OUT Blog
Enjoy our extensive catalogue of geeky media coverage with an eye towards the LGBTQ+ community. Our editors strive to provide a diverse range of topics, genres, figures, and perspectives just for you.
Null Space: LGBT Representation in the Final Frontier
While Star Trek broke barriers on race and gender in The Original Series, it ultimately fell short on doing the same for LGBT representation in The Next Generation and beyond.
Sci-Fi Alien(ation): Diversity and Bigotry in Sci-Fi Fantasy
The need for diversity in Science Fiction, otherwise known as Speculative Fiction, has been getting a lot of media attention as of late. Racist fanboys tried (and failed) to boycott Star Wars Episode VII for featuring a diverse primary cast. The World Fantasy Awards...
Darwyn Cooke: His Life and Legacy
In an industry too often marred by inappropriate personalities, graphic artist Darwyn Cooke distinguished himself as kind and warm to his fans while beloved and respected among creators. Cooke died early on Saturday, May 14, shortly after he entered palliative care...
The Queer Poetry of NBC’s Hannibal
Episode 9: “Shiizakana” Hannibal Lecter: No one can be fully aware of another human being unless we love them. By that love, we see potential in our beloved. Through that love, we allow our beloved to see their potential. Expressing that love, our beloved’s potential...