fact or fiction

Is it a fact or is it merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the lesser known truths in the geek universe.

The 996 Grind: When Expat Dreams Collide with China’s Work Culture
From Interpreter to Game Developer Jack Forsdike, a 28-year-old Brit in Guangzhou, moved from interpreting to developing video games for a Chinese company. At first, being told he’d work the infamous 996 hours felt like validation. He believed it meant he was trusted and on a path to success.
By Bubble Chill Media 6 months ago in Geeks
NOBODY 2 (2025). Content Warning.
Nobody 2 in US theaters August 15, 2025 starring Bob Odenkirk, Connie Nielsen, Sharon Stone, John Ortiz, bringing audiences back into the explosive world of Hutch Mansell, the seemingly ordinary suburban dad with extraordinary lethal skills. This sequel is directed by Timo Tjahjanto, known for The Night Comes for Us, promising even more intense action sequences and brutal choreography than its predecessor.
By Am@n Khan 6 months ago in Geeks
Chadwick Boseman: A Hero On and Off the Screen
To millions, he will always be remembered as King T’Challa, the Black Panther — a Marvel superhero who inspired generations with his dignity, courage, and wisdom. But beyond the silver screen, Chadwick’s true story was even more heroic. It wasn’t about superpowers or box office numbers. It was about resilience, humility, and the quiet strength of a man who faced death with grace while giving life to roles that touched the world.
By Muhammad Riaz6 months ago in Geeks
Review: The School For Scandal
The School for Scandal is a play that never pretends to be more or less than it is, but for all it's shallow humour, it's a surprisingly deep dive into the human psyche.
By Natasja Rose6 months ago in Geeks
Stop Calling Human Writers ChatGPT — The Hidden Damage Nobody Talks About
Meta Description: More and more human writers are being unfairly accused of using ChatGPT. Discover why this hurts creativity, why clarity is mistaken for AI, and what it means for the future of writing.
By Awais Qarni 6 months ago in Geeks
Pokémon has Always Been Woke: Embracing Diversity Since 1996: How Pokémon Was "Woke" Before It Was Cool.
From its inception, Pokémon subtly conveys messages of diversity, the strength of connection, and the power found in differences. Despite this, some online critics claim Pokémon has become "too woke." However, this complaint, common across many franchises, isn't about the game suddenly transforming into a "political" statement on issues like climate change or capitalism.
By Jenna Deedy6 months ago in Geeks
"No One Will Save You" Took Me Completely By Surprise
I stumbled upon the film No One Will Save You while I was browsing Disney+ last night. Since I had watched the first two episodes of Alien: Earth, it popped up on my recommended list. I skimmed through the description, looked up some reviews and decided to give it a try.
By Madison "Maddy" Newton6 months ago in Geeks
The Geek’s Guide to Building an AI Side Hustle in 2025 🤓⚙
Meta Description: Discover the best AI tools and workflows to start a profitable side hustle in 2025. Learn insider tricks for writing, design, video, automation, and more.
By Awais Qarni 6 months ago in Geeks
Top 10 Sci-Fi Movies of All Time, You Must Watch
Science fiction cinema has captivated audiences for over a century, blending imagination, technology, and human curiosity to create unforgettable stories. From interstellar adventures to dystopian futures, the best sci-fi movies push boundaries, challenge perceptions, and inspire awe.
By Am@n Khan 6 months ago in Geeks
The Best Episodes of Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!. Top Story - August 2025.
***Author's Note*** Giving credit where it is due, I was inspired to create this list after reading a piece written by Cheryl E. Preston, called: "Scooby-Doo Where Are You: Some things have remained a mystery." A link to her written piece is here: https://todaysurvey.life/geeks/scooby-doo-where-are-you-some-things-have-remained-a-mystery.%3C/p%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cdiv class="css-1htaxga-Flex">
By Madison "Maddy" Newton6 months ago in Geeks

What Happens When Your Favorite Fictional Character Starts Sending You Emails

It started on a Tuesday—the most boring day of the week. I was halfway through my fourth coffee, trying to convince myself that debugging a broken analytics dashboard was somehow a fulfilling life choice, when the email came in.

By Muhammad Sabeel6 months ago in Geeks

The Hacker Who Only Speaks in Movie Quotes

The First Message It started with an email that shouldn’t have reached me. I don’t mean “wasn’t meant for me”—I mean, my email account didn’t even exist anymore. I’d deleted it six years ago after the June Breach, when a half-dozen hacker groups tore through government servers and private emails alike like piranhas through a bleeding river.

By Muhammad Sabeel6 months ago in Geeks