I know it’s an unpopular opinion given current circumstances, but I’ve always been a huge nerd about Russia. The history, the geography, the music, etc. And as an American, I’ve always found it fascinating how U.S.-Russian relations have fluctuated over time. We’ve gone from allies, to enemies, to frenemies. This doesn’t mean I support Z or Putin, of course. What are you a nerd about?
I like me some Tolkien. Not just the LOTR stuff, though that’s the bulk of it, but I’ve read some of his other books as well as the unfinished works as well. I really enjoy his worldbuilding and the old school storytelling where the hero doesn’t always do so well, mythical creatures aren’t so kind and cute, and dangerous thing lurk, waiting for you off the beaten path.