The Troublesome Depiction of Evil Monster Races in Fantasy Media

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In the enchanting realms of fantasy media, where dragons soar and heroes embark on epic quests, there lies a troubling trend: the portrayal of certain races as inherently evil. Dungeons and Dragons, a cornerstone of fantasy role-playing, has often been criticized for perpetuating harmful stereotypes, particularly in the depiction of races like Drow Elves and Orcs. This troubling trend not only limits the potential for rich storytelling but also serves as a problematic allegory to real-world racism.

NerdTable Discussion: Sinners – Unapologetically Black & A New Vampire Classic

Join Mikie & Darnel as we talk about Sinners. Directed by Ryan Coogler and starring Michael B Jordan (twice!), it’s an unapologetically black film steeped in culture. It’s equal parts a horror movie and a celebration of the legacy music has to the black diaspora. 

NerdTable Discussion: Death of the Author – Can You Separate Art From the Artist?

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This week we’re covering a very interesting and personal topic. Join Darnel, Malika, and Mikie for our latest NerdTable Discussion: Death of the Author – Can You Separate Art From the Artist?

We’re tackling the ethical dilemma we face while consuming media that we might genuinely enjoy while supporting someone with a huge platform that’s delivering a message we’re opposed to.