Shiri Sondheimer, Author at GeekMom

The Normalization of Domestic Violence in ‘DC’s Legends of Tomorrow’

February 2, 2016December 7, 2017Shiri Sondheimer6

Do I think it’s intentional? Honestly, probably not. But it is sloppy writing and poor storytelling and it is unacceptable.

I Used To Be A Musical Purist (Mostly) But I'm Not Anymore

January 29, 2016December 7, 2017Shiri Sondheimer

It was an experiment for all concerned. I had no idea that I was going to be completely blown away.

'DC's Legends of Tomorrow': A Lot of Potential & Some Potential Problems.

January 25, 2016December 7, 2017Shiri Sondheimer

The short version: the pilot of Legends of Tomorrow showed promise, especially good dialogue but it was by no means perfect.

"Comics" Doesn't Always Equal Kid Friendly. And That's Okay.

January 19, 2016December 15, 2017Shiri Sondheimer1

Comics, or properties based on comics, are not inherently intended for children. No should they be.

Kitchin' Witchin': Why Does Yeast Make Things Rise?

January 14, 2016December 15, 2017Shiri Sondheimer1

The thirteen year old boy who lives in my head is telling me to tell you that that bread’s delicious fluffiness is, essentially fungus urine and farts.

Be at Peace Among Your Stars, Ziggy

January 11, 2016December 7, 2017Shiri Sondheimer

So, thank you, Mister Bowie. Thank you for everything. Thank you for saving my life, thank you for helping me find my tribe. Thank you for handing me the lighter fluid for those boxes.

Gather 'Round Padawans (Part 9): Spider-Woman

January 6, 2016December 7, 2017Shiri Sondheimer1

Motherhood is an incredible journey. But even the most amazing road trips require pit stops from time to time. This is not selfish. It is not poor parenting. It is essential to being the parent you want to be. Absolutely necessary to living life rather than merely staying afloat. It is true existence.

Gather 'Round Padawans (Part Eight): Ms. Marvel II

January 4, 2016December 15, 2017Shiri Sondheimer

Always be yourself. Unless you can be Ms. Marvel. And then, you make damn sure you wear the lightening bolt YOUR way.

Gather ‘Round Padawans (Part Seven): Sam Wilson: Captain America

December 29, 2015December 4, 2017Shiri Sondheimer

Sam, as an adult, black male, is feeling the full brunt of deeply ingrained social prejudices. The weight of history. And, horrifyingly, he is losing to it.

Gather ‘Round, Padawans (Part Six): The Kid, The Cowboy, The Devil, and Foggy Nelson

December 16, 2015December 4, 2017Shiri Sondheimer1

We need to give our sons the right to feel. The right to express those feelings safely. We need to accept it and encourage it.

Gather ‘Round, Padawans (Part Five): The Spectre

December 7, 2015December 4, 2017Shiri Sondheimer1

here was a time DC was at the forefront of integrating social issues into their storylines and challenging readers notions about the integrity of their own opinions. The Spectre was, at least when he was in the proper hands, one of their most powerful tools.

Gather ‘Round Padawans (Part 4): Star Wars: Princess Leia Gets the Shaft

November 30, 2015December 4, 2017Shiri Sondheimer1

There is no question of Leia Organa’s importance to the Star Wars saga. She’s the heart of the rebellion, uniter of farm boys and scoundrels, a brilliant tactician, a brave soldier, and a survivor.

Gather ‘Round Padawans: Lessons From Star Wars (Part Three): Darth Vader

November 19, 2015December 4, 2017Shiri Sondheimer

Vader is a perfect example that the ends do not justify the means.

The Rogue Is Dead. Long Live The Rogue.

November 12, 2015December 4, 2017Shiri Sondheimer

In fantasy land, rogues make sure the punishment fits the crime and they do it with a smirk and a gorgeous sarcasm. In the end, however, they always do it with good intentions. They Do the Right Thing even when they do it really, really badly.

‘Star Wars’ Lessons Part 2: ‘Kanan: The Last Padawan’

November 11, 2015December 4, 2017Shiri Sondheimer

Kanan, the Last Padawan, offers the perfect platform to talk to kids about life and loss.

The Normalization of Domestic Violence in ‘Star Wars: The Clone Wars’

October 23, 2015December 4, 2017Shiri Sondheimer4

I was finishing up the last season of ‘The Clone Wars’ and was presented with a chilling reality (figurative reality): Even a long, long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away, domestic violence is present and accepted by the majority.

“Mommy, Where’s Leia?”

October 19, 2015December 4, 2017Shiri Sondheimer1

Leia is common ground between generations and she is woefully under-represented.