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Geek Dad
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Dad
Review – Secret Six #4: Cats and Shots
Secret Six #4 cover, via DC Comics. Ray: So far, most of Secret Six has been dedicated to the story of the trio of young heroes who were ripped apart by Absolute Power – Jon Kent, Jay Nakamura, and Nia Nal. But now they're separated, with Nia captured by Checkmate along with Deadshot and Black Alice, and Jay using his intangibility to stay one step ahead of them and infiltrate the base where they're being taken. As for Jon, he made the tricky decision to escape with Catman last issue – and now the two unlikely allies have to make their way back to their friends. The main threat at the start of the issue is Jeanette, probably the most obscure member of the Secret Six but a character Maines obviously likes. She's a banshee, whose inhuman form is like something out of a horror movie. And her wail has a lot more to it than just sound – it's essentially a pained song of grief about her horrific execution centuries ago. Close shave. Via DC Comics. But the heart of this issue is between Catman and the young Superman, as they try to stay under the radar and get back to the base before it's too late. Catman's always been a great character ever since Gail Simone got her hands on him way back when, and his snarky, gruff nature makes him a perfect fit for Jon's more optimistic personality. We knew that there was some sort of nasty falling-out with his mate Deadshot before this series began, and the issue finally lets us in on that secret – and people who felt there might be something more going on between these two than we thought will be very happy to read this issue. Catman's been one of the DCU's more UTR queer characters for a while, although he did have a great Pride story in one of the previous anthologies. Overall, this title hits on the same thing that made the first Secret Six run work so well – the oddball mix of personalities. To find reviews of all the DC issues, visit DC This Week. GeekDad received this comic for review purposes. Liked it? Take a second to support GeekDad and GeekMom on Patreon!
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Daily Mail
Famous AFL fan reveals why he RELUCTANTLY got rid of his 'good luck' swastika tattoo
One of the AFL 's most hardcore and flamboyant fans has revealed why he's reluctantly covered up his swastika tattoo, insisting that only ignorant trolls think it's a Nazi symbol. Troy 'Catman' West has been one of the Geelong Cats ' most recognisable fans for many years with his exuberant costumes and make-up. The Cats diehard took to social media over the weekend to announce that he was covering up his swastika tattoo with a 'black sun'. 'To the fwits saying I have/ had a Nazi tattoo design,' his post began. 'Pardon your ignorance but the swastika is a 3000-year-old ancient symbol and I was with the Hari Krishnas (sic) back in the 90s and my tattoo is Hindu and it means good fortune, good luck and good health. 'Only dumb ignorant trolls think it's a Nazi symbol.' West says his tattoo is Hindu and it means 'good fortune, good luck and good health' West said he had the ink covered up because former Victorian premier Dan Andrews banned the symbol. 'Neo Nazi swastikas I agree with (banning)' wrote West. 'But not the religious Hindu swastika. They need to separate that! 'Doesn't matter now. It's gone and I have replaced it with a black sun.' West made headlines in 2021 after revealing the heavy abuse he copped for being 'openly gay, confident and loud'. Reduced to breaking point, West shocked fans by severing all ties with the Geelong cheer squad and football club. The son of late 1963 Cats premiership player Roy West opened up on the 'hellish time' he has endured in a lengthy and emotional statement on Facebook. 'I don't want to be around negative influences and I feel I need to take control of the Catman persona that I've worked hard to create,' his 1100-word post began. 'I'm an openly gay, confident, loud, abrasive, energetic, creative, colourful and popular person and that sometimes isn't what some sections of the community like. 'I've grown up surrounded by homophobia, prejudice and being targeted. I'm at a stage in my life where I don't think I should be around elements of that nature. In ANY area of my life.' West told Nine News: 'I don't think I deserve it just for being a crazy cat.' 'And I don't deserve the hatred I get from people who don't even know me or have never interacted with me.' Though West acknowledged his high profile gave him many incredible opportunities, he also copped constant hate on online footy forums. 'It's not fun when a video of me goes viral and I read through 20,000 comments of absolute hate, abuse, homophobia, discrimination, and the worst things imaginable you can say to people,' he added. 'I just don't get why people can hate me so much when they don't know me. 'I struggle to adapt to the new cancel culture that's insidiously infiltrated society. There are just too many people out to get me. 'I no longer wish to be under such scrutiny.' West said it was a difficult and heartbreaking decision to step away from the spotlight. He vowed to continue attending Cats games as a general supporter but hinted at a possible fallout by claiming he'd never been supported or protected. 'For my own sanity, I need to move on,' West wrote. 'I have lost my passion for the game, for Catman and I struggle to even get to games at the moment. I feel like burning my Catcave to the ground. 'I love this club so much but unfortunately they don't love me back in return.' West revealed he was self-medicating to sleep and retaliating to some of the online backlash he's copped. 'I don't like the person this anger has turned me into,' he continued. 'I'm a very warm and funny person in real life and these problems have made me into a bitter raging bull. 'I've hurt friends and family with my anger and fallen out with many people. It has to stop. I want the lovely Troy back in my life. And yours. West urged friends and fans to give him the time and space he needs to come to terms with the fallout. 'I'm strong and resilient. I am Catman, hear me roar!' the powerful post ended. West's father Roy West was one of the Cats biggest stars in the Victorian Football League in the early to mid 1960s. The 108-game fullback won the 1961 Carji Greeves Medal for Geelong's best and fairest player and won a premiership with the club in 1963. West Sr also represented Victoria on two occasions and sadly lost a year long battle with lung cancer in 2011 aged 70 just weeks after Geelong won the premiership.
Geek Dad
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Dad
Review – Secret Six #3: Betrayal in Checkmate
Secret Six #3 cover, via DC Comics. Ray: I love it when comics manage to combine concepts that should never work together. Nicole Maines' Secret Six is a follow-up from the Gail Simone run and Tom Taylor's Suicide Squad in a lot of ways, but it's also a fascinating look at the dysfunctional dynamics in DC's teen heroes right now – which makes it the best successor to the Teen Titans franchise DC has had in a long time. The core trio of Jon Kent, Jay Nakamura, and Nia Nal have enough issues with each other to fill a magazine rack at this point, and Black Alice is mainly there to stir some shit and enjoy the chaos. And now they have to infiltrate a Checkmate gathering, one where Amanda Waller's fate is being determined as powerful players try to get her power and positions back – and the two factions of the team have completely different intentions for what comes next. And it's all about to come to the fore in the messiest way possible. Cloak and dagger. Via DC Comics. Of course, there are some other characters here too – Catman and Deadshot – and they have some issues to work out too. There are some fascinating reveals about exactly what happened to Deadshot when he was dead (when he wasn't a zombie over in Task Force Z), that calls into harsh relief the stakes they're playing with here. This issue also has a great edge to it, as the characters were all wronged by Amanda Waller's regime in one way or another and all have their own idea of what justice looks like. As things fall apart between Jon and Nia as he realizes just how far she's willing to go, we start to even see some common ground between her and the vengeful Jay. There isn't all that much plot advancement in this issue, but there's some great character work and a twist ending that hints at the return of a major player from the Gail Simone run – which is more than enough to make me excited for the next issue. To find reviews of all the DC issues, visit DC This Week. GeekDad received this comic for review purposes. Liked it? Take a second to support GeekDad and GeekMom on Patreon!
Yahoo
13-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The incredible street art in East Dulwich - one of the UK's best places to live
East Dulwich is well known for its strong art scene, with many of its streets featuring incredible works of art. This leafy and artsy south London neighbourhood was recently named one of the UK's Best Places to Live by The Sunday Times. With its plethora of historic buildings, it was featured in the list on account of its 'prized assets' like its private schools, Dulwich Picture Gallery and Dulwich Park. If you're a lover of street art, East Dulwich is home to a whole host of incredible works of art, including famous works by Conor Harrington and Stik. Dulwich Picture Gallery was begun in 2012 by Ingrid Beazley, a curator at Dulwich Picture Gallery. This unique project invites street artists to reinterpret 17th and 18th-century artworks in their unique styles. It endeavours to bridge the gap between classical and modern art, making historical pieces accessible to the community in a contemporary context. We've put together a guide on some of the street art you can see and where you can see it. Where to find it? Plough Inn car park, 381 Lordship Lane, SE22 8JJ Mad C 2015: Created by German street artist Mad C, this artwork transforms Van Dyck's 1633 portrait Venetia, Lady Digby, on her Deathbed into a semi-abstract mural that preserves the original's emotional impact. The artwork includes a meticulously painted rose, torn apart to represent fleeting beauty and untimely loss, as a tribute to Venetia who died aged just 33. Created by German street artist Mad C, this artwork transforms Van Dyck's 1633 portrait Venetia, Lady Digby, on her Deathbed into a semi-abstract mural. (Image: Emily Davison) Where to find them? Bowling Building, Dulwich Park, College Road, SE21 7BQ Stik (2012): Stik reinterprets Three Boys by Bartolomé Estéban Murillo with his signature stick figures, bringing playful warmth to a centuries-old composition. Stik reinterprets Three Boys by Bartolomé Estéban Murillo with his signature stick figures. (Image: Emily Davison) Thierry Noir (2013): Based on Joseph Receiving Pharaoh's Ring by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, this mural bears Noir's iconic colour-block characters. Based on Joseph Receiving Pharaoh's Ring by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, this mural bears Noir's iconic colour-block characters. (Image: Emily Davison) Where to find them? Frogley Road junction with Lordship Lane, SE22 8EW Kingfisher Mural: At the side of Mary's Living & Giving, this vibrant bird brightens the street and is a striking example of the colourful murals around East Dulwich. this vibrant bird brightens the street and is a striking example of the colourful murals around East Dulwich. (Image: Emily Davison) Catman (2016) – Queen on a Hoverboard: A playful portrait of Queen Elizabeth II riding a hoverboard, pulled by three corgis. Originally painted to mark her 90th birthday, it was relocated in 2022 for the Platinum Jubilee. This playful portrait of Queen Elizabeth II riding a hoverboard, pulled by three corgis, was originally painted to mark her 90th birthday. (Image: Emily Davison) Catman (2024) – Planet of the Grapes: Painted for East Dulwich's newest wine bar, this quirky mural adds fresh flair to Frogley Road, featuring a group of Apes gathered around a table drinking wine. Painted for East Dulwich's newest wine bar, this quirky mural adds fresh flair to Frogley Road. (Image: Emily Davison) Where to find it? Opposite East Dulwich Tavern, Spurling Road, SE22 9AP This depicts two 18th century men locked in a dramatic boxing match. (Image: Emily Davison) Conor Harrington (2013) - Fightclub: This depicts two 18th century men locked in a dramatic boxing match. It was inspired by Charles Le Brun's Massacre of the Innocents. The artist is well known for merging classical oil painting with contemporary street styles.
