Marvel Comics has always been known for two big things: very human characters and some serious continuity. Sure, on the outside, Spider-Man‘s a true hero, but underneath that costume is a nerdy, often-broke kid just trying to make enough cash to pay the rent. Oh, and if you’re lucky, you might see the Fantastic Four or Avengers show up in an issue. At least, that’s how it’s been in the comics or decades. When it …
I’m a guy, so I don’t think I’ve ever really had a bad hair day. Personally, however, I’ve probably had a Bad Hair Life. I can remember back to high school when my hairline actually started receding and my bald spot first reared its ugly head. But despite all that, I’ve never had to worry about my hair getting too frizzy or too flat. Women, on the other hand, don’t just have to dress for …
On the surface, ABC’s new comedy Fresh Off the Boat may seem like the crazy story of a Chinese family leaving its comfortable roots in D.C.’s Chinatown to head down to sunny suburban Orlando. And, well, it is. But that’s actually beside the point. This show is about anyone and everyone who’s ever felt like an Outsider. “If you’re from any kind of immigrant experience or if you just felt like an Outsider for whatever reason, …
As part of the Netflix #StreamTeam, I’m helping them celebrate pets this month! You know, all those furry little critters that put a smile on your face and warmth around your heart. Say it with me, everybody… Awwwwwwwwwww. Now, I’m most definitely a dog person. I grew up with dogs and just love their insane amount of loyalty. They’re always happy to see you and if you’re sick, they somehow just know it and never …
I’m a gadget geek. Always loved electronics since I was a kid playing with my little portable football game or the still-greatest-video-game-system-of-all-time Atari 2600. My friend Ethan used to have a Pac-Man watch which, while the graphics were nothing more than little grey blobs, was still the coolest thing I ever saw at the time. It’s probably why I love reading and watching science fiction. Even a carton as lame as the Jetsons held my attention …
