My Gear: Content Creator Setup
Ever wondered what powers Egotastic FunTime behind the scenes? From teleprompters to microphones, lighting, and workflow tools, here’s a look at the gear that makes creating hopeful, nerdy content possible.
Finding The Light In The Darkness… Hope Core SciFi
In a world where fandom often gets hijacked by cynicism, Hope Core shines a light through the shadows. From The Orville and Star Trek: TNG to Fallout, Guardians of the Galaxy, and even The Last of Us, these stories remind us that optimism isn’t naive—it’s survival. Hope Core isn’t about ignoring the darkness; it’s about finding the courage to carry a torch through it.
DC vs. marvel: Can you love both?
Marvel and DC aren’t rivals—they’re two sides of the same heroic coin. From Superman’s light to Spider-Man’s resilience, here’s why we love them both.
Why Talking The Orville MAtters
The Orville proves sci-fi can be both hilarious and hopeful. In this piece, we explore why Talking The Orville is a refuge for fans who still believe in optimism.
What Is Egotastic FunTime?
Egotastic FunTime began as my little corner of the internet to celebrate everything nerdy, from sci-fi adventures to pop culture deep dives. What started as a way to capture the joy of fandom with friends has grown into a refuge for fans tired of cynicism, negativity, and endless complaints. Here, it’s all about optimism, connection, and fun — whether through The Orville, geek culture classics, or simply finding hope in the stories we love.
The Supergirl we need! (2026)
Supergirl (2026) isn’t just another reboot—it’s a raw, powerful reimagining of what it means to be a hero. Raised through trauma instead of kindness, Kara Zor-El chooses hope when she could choose destruction. And that choice might just reshape the entire DCU—and us.
DOOMED! The Fantastic Four Banned
Marvel made it. Then they buried it.
Roger Corman’s Fantastic Four was never meant to be seen—but fans kept it alive. Now, the documentary Doomed! reveals the bizarre true story behind Marvel’s most infamous unreleased movie.
Superman ‘78!
Before reboots took over, one movie dared to believe in hope. Superman (1978) made us believe a man could fly—and Christopher Reeve became the gold standard for what a superhero could be: kind, courageous, and deeply human.
July The 4th Be With You…
In a galaxy not so far away—but definitely under British rule—something revolutionary was brewing. It was the year 1776. The Empire taxed the tea, silenced the colonies, and wore red coats without irony. But a ragtag band of rebels had other plans. Now, in honor of Independence Day, we’ve reimagined America’s origin story in full Star Wars crawl glory. Click below, turn up the volume, and relive the revolution like it’s Episode IV—but with more wigs.
The Fourth has never felt so... galactic.
Netflix Won’t Let Squid Game Die
Is Netflix trying to serve us a supersized Squid Game: USA with extra cheese and a side of late-stage capitalism? Because it sure feels like it. Between the reality show spin-off, the endless localization rumors, and the algorithm’s insatiable hunger for watch-time, the platform seems one red tracksuit away from launching an Americanized version where the prize is student loan forgiveness and the first game is surviving a trip to the DMV.
But here's the real question: can you recreate the impact of Squid Game without understanding the culture that birthed it? Or are we just watching a billion-dollar brand try to squeeze the soul out of something brutally honest—and brutally Korean?
Star TREK WAS ALMOST DEAD!
Star Trek almost didn’t make it. From rejected pilots to near-cancellation, this deep-dive uncovers how a doomed sci-fi show became a cultural empire—saved by fans, reborn on screen, and still boldly going.
Hooked by Social Media? Blame Dopamine
Social media isn’t just addictive—it’s engineered that way. From dopamine hits to doomscroll spirals, find out how your brain is being hijacked.
Rewired by Social Media
Social media was supposed to connect us—but instead, it's reprogramming us. From attention loops to identity filters, discover how your brain is being rewired by the very platforms you use every day.
How Social Media Erases You
Social media promises legacy, but delivers forgetfulness. This article explores why your posts disappear into the algorithm—and why that's not a failure, but freedom.
Humanity’s digital disaster
If aliens judged Earth by our social media, we wouldn’t be labeled "intelligent life"—we’d be a cosmic blooper reel. From meme addiction to cancel culture courtrooms, this episode explores what extraterrestrials might conclude from humanity’s endless scroll. Are we evolving—or just going viral?
Piracy Is Saving TV!
Streaming promised us everything—until it started deleting our favorite shows. As titles vanish and platforms purge content, fans are turning to piracy not to steal, but to preserve. This article explores the rise of digital archiving, the comeback of physical media, and why media memory now depends on rebellion.
Streaming Kills SciFi!
Streaming changed how we watch sci-fi—but is it slowly destroying the genre in the process? From rushed mini-seasons and safe storytelling to binge fatigue and brutal cancellations, this deep dive explores how the algorithm may be warping the future of our favorite futuristic tales.
The Streaming RIPOFF!
"Streaming was supposed to be the future—cheap, ad-free, and full of choice. But now it's bloated with too many apps, rising costs, constant cancellations, and cable-like bundles. Explore how the streaming empire is shifting, and why the golden age might be behind us."
