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The word “nerd” has changed a lot in the last few years, evolving from a derogatory term meant to skewer uncool or out-of-touch individuals to a more value-neutral (and sometimes even positive) ...

A geek is not a nerd. And vice versa. Unless, of course, they are. A portrait of the author as a young nerd When I was a kid, I wore thick black glasses, long pants that were too short with formal ...

A major part of supporting Black people and becoming a progressive individual is amplifying our voices in all arenas, including the geek and nerd space. It’s imperative to listen to Black people who ...