Jenna Deedy
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Just a New England Mando passionate about wildlife, nerd stuff & cosplay! đŸâšđ Get 20% off @davidsonsteas (https://www.davidsonstea.com/) with code JENNA20-Based in Nashua, NH.
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Pokémon has Always Been Woke: Embracing Diversity Since 1996: How Pokémon Was "Woke" Before It Was Cool.
From its inception, Pokémon subtly conveys messages of diversity, the strength of connection, and the power found in differences. Despite this, some online critics claim Pokémon has become "too woke." However, this complaint, common across many franchises, isn't about the game suddenly transforming into a "political" statement on issues like climate change or capitalism.
By Jenna Deedy6 months ago in Geeks
From Theaters to Streaming: Why the Future of Marvel Films Likely Belongs to Disney+
Authorâs Note: This article is a continuation of ideas first explored in my previous piece, âFrom Infinity Saga to Chicken Jockey: The Changing Face of Moviegoingâ, which can be found on my Vocal page. That essay examined the emotional and cultural shifts in how families (including my own) engage with blockbuster cinema today. This piece expands that analysis, focusing on Marvel Studios and Disneyâs developing release strategy.
By Jenna Deedy6 months ago in Geeks
Dear Brett Cooper: Cosplayers Arenât Running From Safe SpacesâWeâre Protecting Them. Content Warning.
Trigger Warning: This article discusses topics including transphobia, antisemitism, online harassment, and references to the Holocaust. Reader discretion is advised, especially for members of marginalized communities who may find this content emotionally difficult.
By Jenna Deedy6 months ago in Geeks
Let's Go To Fly Forward: Snyderverse fans need to give James Gunnâs DCU a Chance
Warner Bros. Discovery has moved on. The Snyderverse is over. Yet, its most vocal fans refuse to let it go, clinging to hashtags and conspiracies that only drag the DC brand down. With Superman: Legacy (2025) a box office and critical success, even the most ardent Snyder supporters must confront a troublesome question:
By Jenna Deedy7 months ago in Geeks
Reading Between the Courts: A Cultural Lens on ACOTARâs Magical Realms
Sarah J. Maasâs A Court of Thorns and Roses series has enchanted millions with its powerful characters and sweeping word-building. But beneath the fantasy and romance lies something equally interesting: the subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) cultural coding of the courts.
By Jenna Deedy7 months ago in BookClub
Stronger Than a Buller, Softer Than a Heartbeat
In July 2025, James Gunn, acclaimed for his work on Disneyâs Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy, embraced a narrative path that many superhero and comic book storytellers have previously shied away from. With Superman: Legacy, Gunn delves into the mythic origins of SupermanâClark Kent, or Kal-Elâas an immigrant. He portrays him not merely as an alien or the last son of Krypton with god-like powers, but as a profoundly human character shaped by his outsider identity, his alienness, his otherness, and his difference. This time, his cape doesn't conceal his true nature.
By Jenna Deedy7 months ago in Geeks
A Court of Thorns and Roses, BookTok & the Renaissance of Cosplay Fantasy Balls
Sarah J. Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR), first published in 2015, has grown into a captivating romantic fantasy universe. With over 38 million copies sold, ACOTAR's influence extends beyond its pages, inspiring themed cosplays, fantasy balls, and fan meetups that bring Prythian to life, fueling TikTok communities with billions of tag views.
By Jenna Deedy7 months ago in Geeks
Smearing the MCU for Diversity: How Outraged-Powered YouTubers Profit from Hate . Content Warning.
Trigger Warning: This article discusses online hate, misinformation, and harassment related to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), including references to sexism, racism, and conspiracy theories.
By Jenna Deedy8 months ago in Geeks
Enough Is Enough: Women of Color In Fandom Deserve Support-Not Smear Campaigns. Content Warning.
Content/Trigger Warning: This article discusses topics including online harassment, racism, misogyny, and discrimination in fandom spaces. It also references real-life examples of targeted abuse toward public figures, particularly women of color. Reader discretion is advised.
By Jenna Deedy8 months ago in Geeks
