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Common Side Effects: A Bold Show With Bolder Ideas

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

In this video, I highlight a remarkable new show called Common Side Effects. It’s rare for a show to come along and really impress me after just one season. But this show, which debuted on Adult Swim, really raised the bar for just how great adult animation can be. And I highly encourage everyone to check it out for themselves. Enjoy!

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Daria Retrospective: The Evolution And (Partial) Redemption Of Quinn Morgendorffer

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

In this video, I once again revisit 90s MTV gem, Daria. And this time, I focus on the evolution and (partial) redemption of her younger, super-shallow, super-popular sister, Quinn.

Now, I freely admit that Quinn Morgendorffer was the character I hated most on this show. For the first two seasons, she was insufferable. But towards the end, she went on an interesting arc. And while I won’t say she completely redeemed herself, her evolution is worth exploring. Enjoy!

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Revisiting The Malcolm In The Middle Series Finale: Messy, But Uplifting

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

In this video, I revisit the series finale of Malcolm in the Middle. This groundbreaking sitcom did a lot of things differently over the course of seven seasons. But it had to navigate some unique challenges with the finale. It ended up being messy (literally), but uniquely satisfying.

Also, I started making this video before news came out about a finale/spin-off series. So, please keep that in mind.

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How To Train Your Dragon: Why Hiccup Is The Ultimate Underdog Hero

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

In this video, I highlight a hero’s journey, as well as an underdog story. Both stories, on their own, have plenty of appeal. But it’s rare to see them rolled into one character and one story.

But “How To Train Your Dragon” did just that with Hiccup, a character who embodies everything we love about underdogs and heroes. Enjoy!

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Why AI SHOULD Replace Most CEOs

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

In this video, I make the case that, of all the jobs artificial intelligence could replace, CEO should be at the top of that list. In recent years, CEOs in general have generated headlines for all the wrong reasons. With the ongoing advancements in AI, this is one job for which we should be actively trying to remove human flaws.

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Transformers One: A Great Movie That Deserved Better

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

In this video, I explore how Transformers One really raised the bar for what a Transformers movie could be. I also highlight how, despite all the things this movie did right, it did not perform well at the box office. And that’s tragic because this movie deserved so much better. Enjoy!

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Absolute Wonder Woman: The Challenges of Reinventing Wonder Woman

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

In this video, I explore the emerging reinvention of Wonder Woman in the pages of the Absolute Universe. Many of DC’s iconic heroes have been reinvented before, but Wonder Woman has always presented a unique set of challenges. And so far, Absolute Wonder Woman has risen to the occasion while still leaving room for improvement. Enjoy!

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Jack Quick Reacts | Captain America: Brave New World

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

This video is my quick, unscripted reaction to Captain America: Brave New World. Please note there are some spoilers here, so please keep that in mind. Enjoy!

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The Dragon Prince | Callum & Rayla | How To Complete A Love Story

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

In this video, I once again highlight one of the best romantic sub-plots I’ve come across in years, courtesy of the Dragon Prince. For seven season, this show has crafted a remarkable fantasy adventure featuring elves, dragons, and magic.

But one of the most compelling parts of this show came from the romance between Callum and Rayla. What started during an assassination attempt on King Harrow turned into a love story that really brought out the best in both characters. And with the conclusion of season 7, that love story feels complete. And it’s definitely worth discussing and celebrating. Enjoy!

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Winning A Super Bowl: What It Means For A City

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

In this video, I discuss just how big an impact a Super Bowl victory can have on a team, its fans, and an entire city. And the example I highlight is that of the 2017 Philadelphia Eagles. They were a team that went on an incredible run for a city that had never known a Super Bowl victory. And the story of their triumph is one of the best story in all of sports. Enjoy!

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