“And you learn it’s not enough to hear or read about a thing. Sometimes, you gotta live it.”

From: Pragamata

Genre: Video Games

Who said it?: Hugh Williams

The story behind the quote: This week’s quote comes the action adventure sci-fi game, Pragmata. Developed and published by Capcom, in Pragmata, you take control of Hugh Williams, a systems engineer sent to a space station on the moon to identify what happened to it. Here, he befriends a child-like android named Diana, who has the ability to hack into machines. When Hugh discovers a malevolent AI has taken over the station. Hugh and Diana must work together to stop the rogue AI as well as find a way back to Earth.

The quote comes in the middle of the game. Hugh (voiced by David Menkin) and Diana (voiced by Grace Saif) go to the surface of the moon. Diana marvels at the view of Earth. Hugh mentions how he used to travel all over the world, even going to places that most people would think would be “too adventurous.” He then continues by saying how his parents always supported him in whatever he did. And he explains how much he learned from travelling to places by delivering the quote.

Geek wisdom: While learning things from books and media is good, it simply doesn’t compare to actually experiencing those things for yourself. In fact, it’s usually by doing things where you actually really learn as you get to do what you’ve just read.

“Life is precious. Enjoy every single second. You never know when… Good luck.”

From: Pinal Destination Bloodlines

Genre: Movies

Who said it?: William John Bludworth

The story behind the quote: This week’s quote comes from the 2025 supernatural horror film, Final Destination Bloodlines. Currently the final film of the Final Destination franchise, the film follows the general plot of the previous movies but with a twist. Usually, in the older movies, a group of kids manage to escape from a mass tragedy that would have killed them but death eventually catches up with the. In Final Destination Bloodlines, death not only goes after the people who managed to escape the mass tragedy but also their descendants.

The quote comes in the middle of the film. The grandchildren of the people who escaped the tragedy track down a man named JB, who is supposed to have managed to defeat death. It turns out that JB is William John Bludworth (played by Tony Todd), a character who has appeared in almost all the Final Destination films. William Bludworth tells them that there is a way to cheat death and that is to die themselves, essentially fulfilling death’s requirements. The kids don’t accept this but he tells them he’s tired and he’s going to die soon as he is suffering from terminal cancer. He then packs up his things and tells the kids that he is going to make the most of whatever time he still has before delivering the quote.

It should be noted that, at the time Final Destination Bloodlines was being filmed, actor Tony Todd was actually suffering from terminal cancer just like his character, making his final words even more poignant.

Geek wisdom: While we can do all sorts of things to try to extend our life, we will all eventually expire. As such, we shouldn’t spend too much time about trying to life a long life. Rather, we should focus on trying to live life to the fullest.

“When you pray for rain, you gotta deal with the mud, too.”

From: The Equalizer (2014)

Genre: Movies

Who said it?: Robert McCall

The story behind the quote: This week’s quote comes from the 2014 crime action movie, The Equalizer. Based on the ’80s television series of the same name, the movie stars Denzel Washington as Robert McCall, a former United States Marine who faked his death in order to have a peaceful life with his new wife. After she passed away, however, Robert McCall led a solitary and unremarkable life until he inserts himself into the business of gangsters who are causing trouble for the people in his neighborhood.

The quote comes in the middle of the film. Robert McCall confronts the mob enforcer who is investigating what is happening in the area. McCall gives him an ultimatum to give to his boss: shut down his operations in his area tonight. The enforcer declines the offer. McCall then reiterates this is final warning, delivering the quote.

Geek wisdom: Everything you get will always have a good and bad side. If you want a promotion, be prepared for more work and responsibilities. If you want to get married, you have to also be ready to not see eye-to-eye with your significant other every time. Always want more but be ready because you just might get what you want.

“Rocky watch crew die. Could not fix. Grace say Grace will die. Rocky fix.”

From: Project Hail Mary

Genre: Movies

Who said it?: Rocky

The story behind the quote: This week’s quote comes from the 2026 sci-fi movie, Project Hail Mary. The film closely follows the plot from the the book of the same name it was based on. Disgraced molecular biology scientist turns elementary science teacher Ryland Grace (played by Ryan Gosling) is sent light years into space in order to investigate why a specific star is not dying when most of the other stars in the galaxy, including our sun, is fading. During the trip, he encounters an alien he calls Rocky (voiced by and puppeteered by James Ortiz) who was sent to the same star to investigate as well. The two must now find a way to communicate with each other as well as cooperate in order to save both their respective stars and civilizations.

The quote comes in the middle of the film. Ryland Grace lets it slip he doesn’t have enough fuel to return to Earth and Rocky is shocked to learn his friend will die on this mission. Rocky then asks Grace how much fuel he would need to get back home. Grace answers and, despite the huge amount, Rocky says he will give Grace that amount, even though this means he would return to his planet 6 years slower. Rocky then delivers the quote, stating that he has the opportunity to help his friend when he couldn’t do the same for his crew who died.

Geek wisdom: When we have someone close to us in trouble, we have to do everything we can to help them, even if it means we have to make some sacrifices. This is the best way to really show these people how much we care for them. It’s precisely during these times of trouble when they need our support, after all.

“There’s more to life than a little money, you know. Don’t you know that? And here you are… and it’s a beautiful day.”

From: Fargo (1996)

Genre: Movies

Who said it?: Marge Gunderson

The story behind the quote: This week’s quote comes from the 1996 dark comedy crime film, Fargo. The film is set in the titular town/city where a man plans to have his wife kidnapped in order to collect the ransom money himself. However, their plans go astray and the kidnapping leads to a couple of murders. This leads Sherriff Marge Gunderston (played by Frances McDormand) to start investigating while the man who instigated the kidnapping to still continue with his plan.

The quote comes very near the end of the film. Marge has managed to arrest one of the kidnappers as the other had already been killed during the course of the film. As he drives him back to town to be sent to prison, Marge comments on the events and the needless deaths that have happened during the course of the crime. This is when she delivers the quote.

Geek wisdom: Money may is important. But it’s not the be all and end all of everything. There are a lot of things more important in life than just trying to become rich. Life has so much more to offer than just that.

“I didn’t know it but I was destined to be your mama.”

From: Forrest Gump

Genre: Movies

Who said it?: Mrs. Gump

The story behind the quote: This week’s quote comes from the very quotable film from 1994 film, Forrest Gump. Based on the book of the same name, Forrest Gump is a person of low IQ but, despite his apparent handicap, he proceeds to go on different new adventures and meet people who would go on to make history, making his life one of the most fulfilling ones ever.

The quote comes in the middle portion of the film. Forrest Gump (played by Tom Hanks) rushes home when he learns that his mother, Mrs. Gump (played by Sally Field) is slowly dying. Forrest asks why she’s dying and she replies that it’s just something all people eventually will have to do. It’s at this time when Mrs. Gump delivers the quote to Forrest as she looks back at how things happen for a reason.

Geek wisdom: You cannot choose your mother as you are born from her. The same thing can be same for your mother as they didn’t choose you. If your mother raised and treated you right, it’s only fair you reciprocate the same to them, especially on Mother’s Day.

“In the darkest times, hope is something you give yourself. That is the meaning of inner strength.”

From: Avatar: The Last Airbender

Genre: Television and Cartoons

Who said it?: General Iroh

The story behind the quote: This week’s quote comes from Avatar: The Last Airbender, a cartoon series that aired on Nickelodeon from 2005 to 2008. The story follows the adventures of Aang, the titular “last airbender,” to learn how to control, or “bend,” the four primal elements of air, water, earth and fire in order to become the Avatar, the guardian of the world.

The quote comes from the second season episode entitled “Avatar Day.” In the episode, Zuko (voiced by Dante Basco) had started stealing food after he and his uncle, Iroh (voiced by the lake Mak0), have gone into hiding in the wilderness. Zuko claims the situation they’re in will get better if the manage to capture the Avatar. However, Iroh doesn’t believe this to be the case. Zuko starts to feel depressed because, if this is the case, then their situation is hopeless. This is when Iroh tells him to never give in to despair and delivers the quote.

Geek wisdom: Hope is something that isn’t given by others to you. Hope is something you have to give yourself. It’s up to you to believe in yourself and to believe you can do better. While some may try to uplift you, the decision to make a better life for yourself is always going to be up to you.

“I don’t want any more regrets! Whatever it is, count me in.”

From: Resident Evil Requiem

Genre: Video Games

Who said it?: Grace Ashcroft

The story behind the quote: This week’s quote comes from Capcom‘s latest entry in their long running survival horror series, Resident Evil Requiem. Taking place nearly three decades after the events of Resident Evil 2, the game has you controlling two characters. In some segments, you control Grace Ashcroft, an FBI analyst who is kidnapped as the villains of the story believe she holds the key to something they need. In other more action-centric segments, you control fan favorite Leon S. Kennedy, who gets involved in the kidnapping while investigating a string of mysterious deaths where all the people connected to it have one common element: they are all survivors of Raccoon City before it was destroyed.

The quote comes near the end of the game. Grace and Leon reunite in the ruins of Raccoon City. Leon, who had to traverse the city, recalls all of the horrors he encountered back then and how he couldn’t really save anyone. Leon then mentions he intends to go and face off against the villains, despite his deteriorating health. Grace volunteers to help Leon but he rebuffs her. Grace then delivers the quote, insisting as she needs to see this through.

Geek wisdom: When you are given the opportunity to do something, you must be willing to take the risk. You never know if it might be the best choice to just go for it. Additionally, if you don’t, you just might wonder for the rest of your life if you should have done it. Taking the plunge might be scary but it just might be the best choice you ever made.

“I too am ‘Whooo.’ But I’m also ‘Wheee.’ So the ‘Wheee’ balances the ‘Whooo.’ “

From: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Genre: Video Games

Who said it?: Esquie

The story behind the quote: This week’s quote comes from the 2025 RPG, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Developed by Sandfall Interactive, the game follows a party to the Monolith, a mysterious island wherein they must find a way to break a curse that leads to people of a certain age to mysteriously vanish. Despite this being Sandfall Interactive’s freshman outing, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has been heralded as one of the best games of 2025, including the Game of the Year Award from The Game Awards.

The quote occurs when Verso, one of the main characters, converses with Esquie, one of the beings that live in the Monolith and accompanies the party from Expedition 33, as they look at the stars. Esquie comments that one of the star constellations looks like Francois, a rather grumpy neighbor of Esquie. Esquie comments that the constellation looks like Francois as he’s “soft and fluffy on the inside.” Verso disagrees because of Francois’ seemingly prickly nature. Esquie then comments that Francois used to be happy but now he’s constantly sad because he’s lost so many friends. Verso then asks why Esquie isn’t angry like Francois. Esquie replies that he is also angry. Verso comments that he doesn’t believe that. This is when Esquie delivers the quote.

Geek wisdom: Life will have its ups and downs. There are going to be bad times and there are going to be good times. That’s just how life is. The trick is to not let the bad times get you down too much and try as much as possible to remember the good times when the bad times do happen.

“In an insane world, it is the sane who is called crazy.”

From: The Super Mario Bros. Movie

Genre: Movies

Who said it?: Lumalee

The story behind the quote: This week’s quote comes from the 2023 computer animated movie, The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Based on Nintendo‘s hit gaming franchise, the movie has the titular brother, Mario and Luigi, transported/warped to the Mushroom Kingdom. Luigi is then captured by Bowser and Mario joins forces with Princess Peach to try to save his brother as well as save the Mushroom Kingdom from Bowser’s invading forces.

The quote comes from the middle of the film. Luigi is sent to Bowser’s dungeon where he comes across the other prisoners, one of which is Lumalee, a rather chipper but nihilistic Luma. The other captives warn Luigi that Luma isn’t exactly all there. This is when Lumalee delivers the quote in rebuttal.

Geek wisdom: Although Lumalee does come off as a little loopy, he does have a point in a way. Just because you are different or you like to do your own thing or you think differently, people will think that you’re strange. But being different doesn’t mean you’re crazy. It just means you have a different way of seeing the world. At times, it’s these very “crazy” people who become the greatest innovators as they will push the boundaries of what is “normal” and “possible.”