This chapter combines literary theory with informatics in order to explore derogatory narratives on social media. It begins with a study aimed at understanding online slander and derogatory narratives quantitatively and qualitatively. Two approaches are introduced: the analysis of derogatory narratives related to sexual violence and the examination of broader derogatory comments across various social media topics. A typology is developed to categorize these comments, revealing recurring patterns and common logical distortions. Despite their diverse expressions, many of these narratives rely on clichés and stereotypes. The chapter also reflects on insights gained from this interdisciplinary collaboration, noting the challenges that arise when integrating distinct fields. While traditional humanities research often integrates informatics technologies to support humanities values, this study takes the reverse approach by applying literary reading techniques to the analysis of data typically handled within informatics. The tacit knowledge of the humanities and the reading techniques used in literary studies, made explicit through exposure to other disciplines, are examined. Finally, the discussion notes the results of this author’s own reflections on shifts in values and mindset when it comes to interdisciplinary endeavors. By outlining the research process and the insights gained, this chapter provides a new perspective of the challenges posed by interdisciplinary collaboration.