An analysis of the 1990s comic book industry, detailing Marvel's rise and fall, the speculation bubble, and the evolution of the X-Men franchise amidst significant market changes.
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The post examines the transformative changes in the comic book industry during the 1980s, highlighting the rise of major events and the direct market model's impact on storytelling and character development.
The post examines the transition from the Golden Age to the Silver Age of comic books, highlighting the rise of Marvel Comics and the cultural impact of superhero narratives.
The blog post reflects on the historical significance of Japanese technological nationalism and its impact on global culture, particularly in the late 20th century. It discusses the nostalgia for a 'Lost Future' associated with Ja...
The author reflects on their long-standing admiration for H.P. Lovecraft, particularly focusing on the story 'The Whisperer in Darkness.' They explore themes of alien communication, the nature of belief, and the parallels between ...
5.9Merry X-Mas
2025-12-19 • pop culture comics cultural criticism engineering teams x-men
The author plans to write a series of longform pieces on X-Men teen team comics, exploring their cultural significance and evolution in superhero narratives.
The author reflects on their visits to Neocities, a platform reminiscent of early internet homepages, expressing a bittersweet nostalgia for the creativity and personal expression it fosters. They discuss the generational divide, ...
The text discusses Jaron Lanier's critique of digital culture, particularly its impact on music and creativity. He distinguishes between first-order and second-order expressions, arguing that the internet favors derivative content...
The blog post discusses the impact of the digital revolution on culture, emphasizing how the internet has transformed various media into a homogenized digital format. It critiques the tendency towards nostalgia and retro content i...
The post explores the concept of play as defined by Johan Huizinga, emphasizing its voluntary nature and distinction from 'real life.' It discusses the evolution of internet culture from the early days of Web 1.0, where play was a...
The text explores the evolving relationship between video games and art, arguing that video games can indeed be considered a form of art that fulfills social functions similar to traditional art forms. It discusses the historical ...
4.3Temporary Signoff
2025-09-01 • blogging writing substack technosocial commentary
The author reflects on their experience with Substack compared to their previous blogging platform, Blogger. They express satisfaction with the community and ecosystem of Substack but acknowledge challenges in maintaining a focuse...
3.3Living with the Now
2025-08-15 • friendship entrepreneurship lsd vaporizer nicotine
The story follows Connor Selwyn and Robert Stapleton, two unemployed software engineers who reconnect over their shared struggles and a passion for gaming. After a night of using LSD, they embark on a tech venture to create a voic...
0Rolling the sizzling dice
2025-06-24 • social media public opinion hot takes
The text discusses the impact of social media on public opinion and the importance of second-order observation in today's society. It compares the process of issuing a hot take on social media to rolling the dice and highlights th...
The text discusses the game Magic: The Gathering and its impact on players, the importance of deckbuilding, and the significance of consumer choices in the game. It also explores the identity signification in fashion and how it re...
The text discusses the appeal of games and the influence of Dungeons & Dragons on popular culture. It also compares Western and Japanese RPGs and the concept of grinding in games.
0Starlings
2025-06-05 • youtube tiktok personal development relevance
The text is about the author's encounter with a DoorDash driver named Odette K, who is a disabled queer polyamorous working mother with three partners. The author reflects on his own life and the relevance of people like Odette an...
0Mikado
2025-05-07 • internet digital space millennium the x-files
The text discusses the TV show Millennium, its themes, and the impact of the internet on society. It also delves into the episode 'The Mikado' and its portrayal of the dangers of the early internet.
The text is a review of the X-Files series, focusing on the impact of the show on American television and the significance of specific episodes. It also discusses the revival of the series and the reception of the new seasons.
The text describes the journey of becoming an English teacher at the college level, from being inspired by a passionate teacher to the challenges faced in the classroom.
The text discusses the evolution of gaming communities from the 1980s to the present, the impact of the internet on these communities, and the role of gaming in modern society. It also draws parallels between gaming communities an...
The text discusses the political climate during Trump's first term, the generational attitudes towards neoliberal economics, and the impact of Foucault's philosophy on academic and pop-intellectual discourse.
0Some notes on games
2025-01-20 •
The text discusses the author's experience watching Yu-Gi-Oh: The Abridged Series, the history of the original Yu-Gi-Oh anime, and the manga's early horror-tinged content. It also delves into the significance of games in modern so...
0The Feud
2025-01-06 •
The text is about a man who is a fan of Kendo D, a rapper, and his new album Kiss My Teeth. The man listens to the album and writes a review on Twitter, which leads to a backlash from Kendo D and his fans. The man faces consequenc...