Thursday Special Blend - Geek On
Thursday January 2nd, 2014 with Kiernan Mac
Geek On! Has Nerd And Geek Culture Become The Mainstream (II)?

From Trekkers to Whovians; to Star Wars fanatics to Marvel-lovers. The idea of what it is to be a "geek" and a "nerd" has always been associated with a negative societal image; being one that displays geeks as socially inept outcasts rather than social individuals of the mainstream. However, with 2013 past and 2014 on the horizon, this image continues to change into a more positive representation of geek culture which supports the conception of, what Geek On! lovingly calls, the "New-Age Nerd". Relive the continuing discussion as host Kiernan Mac, along with returning guest star J.P., delve into discussing whether or not geek and nerd culture has become the mainstream. What role does the accessibly of media and the internet play in constructing social identities? What purpose does technology have in encouraging support for geek culture? Have we all become the "New-Age Nerd"? Find out, only on Geek On!