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Jean Grey – A Case Study On How To Write An Overpowered Character

This is a video from my YouTube channel, Jack’s World.

Jean Grey is one of the most overpowered characters in Marvel’s pantheon. She regularly carries out cosmic level feats and goes up against god-like beings.

And yet, she’s one the most endearingly human characters in all of superhero comics.

In a genre full of overpowered characters, Jean Grey stands out for all the right reasons. And in this video, I explore what makes her work so well. Enjoy!

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The Worst Solution To The Fermi Paradox: The Aliens Hate Us

This is a video from my YouTube channel, Jack’s World.

For decades, the Fermi Paradox has confounded scientists and sci-fi fans alike. If the universe is so big and teaming with intelligent life, then where are all the aliens? Many possible solutions have been proposed. But here’s one I’d like to explore.

Aliens exist. And they HATE us.

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When And Why Governments And Societies (Won’t) Change

This is a video from my YouTube channel, Jack’s World.

Change is the only true constant. Many seek it for one reason or another, but there’s always so much resistance to it. Governments and society are very erratic when it comes to change. Why is that?

In this video, I attempt to offer a balanced explanation.

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Christmas 2025: Cherishing The Holidays For The Right Reasons

This is a video from my YouTube channel, Jack’s World.

A special Christmas message about cherishing the holidays for all the right reasons.

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Why I May NEVER Buy Another Gaming Console

This is a video from my YouTube channel, Jack’s World.

In this video, I highlight some distressing trends in the gaming industry, specifically for consoles. And I explain why I may never buy another console again.

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How AI Slop Will Evolve For Better AND For Worse

This is a video from my YouTube channel, Jack’s World.

The development of artificial intelligence has incurred many consequences. But the most visible to date has been the emergence of “AI Slop.” It has flooded social media, including YouTube. And as generative AI continues to improve, the nature of this slop will evolve.

There are plenty of strong opinions about AI Slop, most of which are negative. I do share some of those opinions, but I also try to approach it with a balanced perspective in this video. Enjoy!

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Thanksgiving 2025: Being Thankful In Uncertain Times

This is a video from my YouTube channel, Jack’s World.

A special Thanksgiving message from me to an uncertain world. Enjoy!

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Thoughts, Perspectives, And (Hard) Lessons On Hard Work

This is a video from my YouTube channel, Jack’s World.

In this video, I talk about hard work and how I’ve come to see it. I also offer what I hope is a balanced perspective on what it means to actually work hard in a world that seems increasingly unbalanced. I offer both these insights and perspectives free of charge, hoping it helps others as they navigate work and life moving forward. Enjoy!

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Why DC’s Absolute Universe Beats Marvel’s Ultimate Universe 2.0

This is a video from my YouTube channel, Jack’s World.

Marvel and DC Comics each created a new universe in which they built their iconic characters from the ground up. One was forged by the machinations of the Maker and the other was created through the power of Darkseid. Both have done well in terms of sales and fan response.

However, the Ultimate Universe is set to end in 2026. And DC’s Absolute Universe is poised to grow for years to come.

The time is right to take a step back and assess both universes as they’ve developed. In doing so, one thing became clear. Absolute DC is winning and Ultimate Marvel 2.0 has faltered.

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Mass Effect 3 – Why The Destroy Ending Is The Worst Ending (In The Long Run)

This is a video from my YouTube channel, Jack’s World.

The ending to Mass Effect 3 remains one of the most controversial issues among fans. Even with the release of the Extended Cut, there’s a sense that it just didn’t work. It just wasn’t satisfying.

In this video, I explore this contentious topic. But I’m going to make the case that the Destroy ending is the worst ending in the long run.

Also, the footage in this video is taken directly from my Twitch stream.

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