Funny when nerds try to claim masculinity for themselves

JK91 · 25-01-2014 02:02AM #1

Anybody noticed this in the past few years, aka. nerds trying to redefine what comprises masculinity? Traditional stuff thought of as masculine such as tough physical labour jobs, beards, acting like a real bloke, love of the outdoors, a few drinks etc etc. Think of manly blokes and what comes to mind is probably something like Russell Crowe or Bruce Willis.

However I've noticed over the years nerdy blokes trying to hillariously redefine the terms of masculinity. Stuff like "maths and science are too logical for women", "women can't handle IT like men can", "girls just don't get Star Wars" or some other crap. Who do these lads think they are fooling, they were and always will be just nerds.

donvito99 · 25-01-2014 02:03AM

NERD!!!!!!!

Aint Eazy Being Cheezy · 25-01-2014 02:05AM

Should be nice to nerds mate, chances are you'll be working for one of them.

aaronjumper · 25-01-2014 02:05AM

donvito99 wrote: »

NERD!!!!!!!

If I hadn't left my inhaler at home you'd be in big trouble.

coolbeans · 25-01-2014 02:06AM

Who the **** talks about nerds on this side of the Atlantic??

wes · 25-01-2014 02:06AM

JK91 wrote: »

However I've noticed over the years nerdy blokes trying to hillariously redefine the terms of masculinity. Stuff like "maths and science are too logical for women", "women can't handle IT like men can", "girls just don't get Star Wars" or some other crap. Who do these lads think they are fooling, they were and always will be nerds.

You seem to be describing misogynists, who just so happen to be "nerds", and I fail to see how your examples are evidence of "nerds" trying to redefine masculinity.

Also, one can like science, math, Star Wards, as well as traditionally masculine activities. Honestly you are being a bit silly. Most people aren't stereotypes, and are into all sorts of stuff.

Sugar Free · 25-01-2014 02:07AM

JK91 wrote: »

However I've noticed over the years nerdy blokes trying to hillariously redefine the terms of masculinity. Stuff like "maths and science are too logical for women", "women can't handle IT like men can", "girls just don't get Star Wars" or some other crap. Who do these lads think they are fooling, they were and always will be just nerds.

Sounds more misogynistic than masculine to be honest. Although I can't say I've seen or heard anything like that.

donvito99 · 25-01-2014 02:07AM

In all seriousness though, it's just the latest fad. Stupid people wearing O'Neill's will be in again soon.

PizzamanIRL · 25-01-2014 02:09AM

JK91 wrote: »

Anybody noticed this in the past few years, aka. nerds

I didn't know 'the past few years' was also known as 'nerds'.

If that's the case then for nerds I have been unemployed.

dpofloinn · 25-01-2014 02:10AM

Duracell Bunny wrote: »

Should be nice to nerds mate, chances are you'll be working for one of them.

I wouldnt worry about being nice to nerds because most people end up working for D*ck Heads.So remember folks be nice to d*ck heads because you will most definitly end up working for one

Mint Aero · 25-01-2014 02:11AM

I've never heard of that OP. I'm still struggling with "real men wear pink"

Pudsy33 · 25-01-2014 02:12AM

It's like Nietzsche, the nerds are swapping the values of society so being dorky is now the best.

jacksie66 · 25-01-2014 02:15AM

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Bipolar Joe · 25-01-2014 02:19AM

Vin Diesel is a geek. Wouldn't fuck with him. Same with Adrien Crenshaw. Funny when some people are so neurotic that they need to try and make others feel bad in order to gain a bit of self worth.

EDIT: On a personal note, I have a friend who is a programmer, ergonomist and MMA fighter.

syklops · 25-01-2014 02:26AM

JK91 wrote: »

Anybody noticed this in the past few years, aka. nerds trying to redefine what comprises masculinity? Traditional stuff thought of as masculine such as tough physical labour jobs, beards, acting like a real bloke, love of the outdoors, a few drinks etc etc. Think of manly blokes and what comes to mind is probably something like Russell Crowe or Bruce Willis.

However I've noticed over the years nerdy blokes trying to hillariously redefine the terms of masculinity. Stuff like "maths and science are too logical for women", "women can't handle IT like men can", "girls just don't get Star Wars" or some other crap. Who do these lads think they are fooling, they were and always will be just nerds.

Some blokes are twits. Theres no escaping that fact.

Im a hacker and a geek. Some people categorise me as a nerd. Meh. Im not bothered what other people think. I have a full social life. I can talk to women and have a very successful relationship. I like Star Wars and Star Trek but I also like fishing and shooting.

My partner was, until recently a senior Unix Administrator for IBM. She likes Star Wars and plays World of Warcraft. The guys you are talking about are idiots.

Maximus Alexander · 25-01-2014 02:27AM

Sounds like someone's got e-peen envy. Lookin' at you OP.

syklops · 25-01-2014 02:29AM

jacksie66 wrote: »

Im a self confessed nerd who loves xbox, star trek and battlestar galactica.
I also love fanny, have a kick ass beard and would bate the ****e out of any of ye..

I doubt its as nice as my beard.

Aidric · 25-01-2014 02:31AM

I break all the chicks down with my excel skills.

Maximus Alexander · 25-01-2014 02:33AM

Aidric wrote: »

I break all the chicks down with my excel skills.

You'll be spreading their sheets in no time.

Bipolar Joe · 25-01-2014 02:34AM

syklops wrote: »

I doubt its as nice as my beard.

I'll bet mine is better than all of yous guyses.

b757 · 25-01-2014 02:35AM

Sorry

:P

lkionm · 25-01-2014 02:36AM

There is a lot of different types of masculinises man like to portray.

Masculinity is just made up by how society thinks men should act.

Within masculinity you get loads of different types fighting to be seen as the most acceptable form of masculinity.

stmol32 · 25-01-2014 02:37AM

http://www.cbsnews.com/news/reservists-called-up-or-on-notice/

"Staff Sgt. Max Fightmaster, a computer technician, "

....Don't really need to add any comments to this do I?

Bipolar Joe · 25-01-2014 02:42AM

Aidric wrote: »

I break all the chicks down with my excel skills.

x = sin^3(t); y = 13cos(t) - 5cos(2t) - 2cos(3t) - cos(4t).

donegal_man · 25-01-2014 02:49AM

JK91 wrote: »

Anybody noticed this in the past few years, aka. nerds trying to redefine what comprises masculinity? Traditional stuff thought of as masculine such as tough physical labour jobs, beards, acting like a real bloke, love of the outdoors, a few drinks etc etc. Think of manly blokes and what comes to mind is probably something like Russell Crowe or Bruce Willis.

You mean actors who have "people" to do all the hard physical labour like cooking their macrobiotic meals, driving them around and taking care of their every need

However I've noticed over the years nerdy blokes trying to hillariously redefine the terms of masculinity. Stuff like "maths and science are too logical for women", "women can't handle IT like men can", "girls just don't get Star Wars" or some other crap. Who do these lads think they are fooling, they were and always will be just nerds.

What sort of morons do you spend your time listening to?

Sheldons Brain · 25-01-2014 02:50AM

The Nerds will inherit the Earth and the little people will become extinct.

Shakti · 25-01-2014 03:18AM

JK91 wrote: »

Anybody noticed this in the past few years, aka. nerds trying to redefine what comprises masculinity? Traditional stuff thought of as masculine such as tough physical labour jobs, beards, acting like a real bloke, love of the outdoors, a few drinks etc etc. Think of manly blokes and what comes to mind is probably something like Russell Crowe or Bruce Willis.

However I've noticed over the years nerdy blokes trying to hillariously redefine the terms of masculinity. Stuff like "maths and science are too logical for women", "women can't handle IT like men can", "girls just don't get Star Wars" or some other crap. Who do these lads think they are fooling, they were and always will be just nerds.

Sounds like regular traditional sexism/misogyny

jacksie66 · 25-01-2014 03:45AM

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chrissb8 · 25-01-2014 04:02AM

I'm also not liking these "emotions". All of a sudden if you're not into revealing your feelings you're dubbed closed off and not "deep". I'm plenty deep! I just don't cheapen what I have to say by blurting it out to any so and so. Maybe I'm just cautious about who I say these things too! As for being a "MAN". I think there is a certain standard. Respect, degree of self assurance, strength in character and a good sense of morality and kindness. Men of these traits built and persevered. Just because it's the 21st century doesn't mean men have to be different. If you don't like how it is then tough don't bother with society because that's what it is.

StupidLikeAFox · 25-01-2014 04:09AM

Stupid nerds, thinking they are jocks. KNOW YOUR PLACE NERDLINGERS

Lou.m · 25-01-2014 07:25AM

JK91 wrote: »

Anybody noticed this in the past few years, aka. nerds trying to redefine what comprises masculinity? Traditional stuff thought of as masculine such as tough physical labour jobs, beards, acting like a real bloke, love of the outdoors, a few drinks etc etc. Think of manly blokes and what comes to mind is probably something like Russell Crowe or Bruce Willis.

However I've noticed over the years nerdy blokes trying to hillariously redefine the terms of masculinity. Stuff like "maths and science are too logical for women", "women can't handle IT like men can", "girls just don't get Star Wars" or some other crap. Who do these lads think they are fooling, they were and always will be just nerds.

I am female.

I can't grow a beard. I can do everything else you mention if I cared to ( I just don't care to) so i would stick with growing a beard if I were you. Keep it trim now!:)

Sexism is not masculine...REAL MEN DON'T DO SEXISM...my dad doesn't you don't get more real masculine than dads ..fact

Funny when nerds try to claim masculinity for themselves

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