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King Of The Hill: Bobby And Connie | Endearing Friends Or True Love?

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When it comes to romantic sub-plots, certain pairings are obvious. But others are a lot less certain. In King of the Hill, one of the most enduring sub-plots involved Bobby and Connie.

From the original series and into the 2025 revival, these two have shared a unique bond over the years. Sometimes, it’s romantic. Sometimes, it’s pure friendship. But overall, what’s their endgame? Are they destined to be?

I honestly don’t know, but I try to break it down in this video. Enjoy!

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Why The King Of The Hill Revival Works And Why That Matters

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After 15 years, King of the Hill is back! Hank, Peggy, Bobby, and the rest of the gang have returned in yet another revival of a beloved series. But unlike other revivals, this one works on a level that I found genuinely surprising. It feels different than other efforts, but in the best possible way. That’s certainly were celebrating and exploring. Enjoy!

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Hank Hill: How To Be Stubborn Yet Reasonable

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TV dads are known for being stubborn, dense, and foolish. But some do manage to stand out for all the right reasons. They’re still stubborn, but that doesn’t prevent them from having greater depth.

Hank Hill from King of the Hill is a perfect example of this. He is very much defined by how stubborn and uncompromising he is. But he has also been shown to be reasonable. And that helps make him such a better character while also providing for some endearing comedy.

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The Critic Revival: Could It Really Work?

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This video entertains the possibility of a revival of The Critic, a remarkable, yet forgotten show from the 90s. After my previous video, both Jon Lovitz and Al Jean came out in support of a revival. And while I’d love to see Jay Sherman return, I think it’s worth asking whether such a revival could work.

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Common Side Effects: A Bold Show With Bolder Ideas

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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

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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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My Adventures With Superman: How This Show Won Me Over

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In this video, I recount how I had no real desire to give My Adventures With Superman a chance. Having been spoiled by the Bruce Timm cartoons, this show just didn’t seem like it would measure up when I first heard about it.

Then, I gave it a chance.

And I’m so glad I did. This show is an absolute delight. It gives us a sweet, genuine, lovable version of Superman that the world needs right now. Enjoy!

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Marvel Animation Outlook 2025: Recent Trends And Cause For Concern

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In this video, I discuss the recent news, trends, and previews of Marvel Animation for 2025 and beyond. While 2024 was a banner year with the release of X-Men 97, there have been some major upheavals behind the scene. And having seen similar upheavals in the past, I have some real concerns that I feel are worth discussing.

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The Critic: A Forgotten (But Relevant) 90s Animated Gem

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This video revisits and celebrates The Critic, one of my favorite shows from the 90s. This brief, but memorable animated series was unique in so many ways. It was even ahead of its time in how it approached modern movies. Even though it ended too soon, it left quite a mark that’s worth exploring.

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Lessons From Daria: Lucky Strike, Modern Education, And Quinn’s Evolution

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In this video, I revisit the misanthropic world of Daria Morgendorffer to highlight one of my favorite episodes of the entire series, Lucky Strike. This episode wasn’t just a high point for the series. It marked a major turning point for Daria’s sister, Quinn. It even found time to cast new light on modern education, everything that’s wrong with it, and how Daria found a way to make it not suck.

Yes, this episode did a lot. It’s a big reason why it’s one of my favorite. And for those who endured high school like Daria, this episode will definitely resonate. Enjoy! Enjoy!

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