In this engaging episode, John Sellmeyer and Paul discuss comic book lore, dissecting iconic villains like Heath Ledger's Joker, Magneto, and Thanos. The conversation navigates through various interpretations of Joker's backstory and Magneto's tragic past as a Holocaust survivor, highlighting the complexity of these characters and their portrayals in movies and comics. They then shift to video games, specifically discussing 'Starfield,' its storyline, and mechanics, while comparing it to other space exploration games. The duo also touches upon the influence of video game soundtracks and nostalgia on their musical tastes. John shares his journey into rap and hip hop, influenced by artists like MF Doom and Tech Nine, while Paul discusses his eclectic taste that includes R&B artists like Baby Rose and Snow Allegra. The episode wraps up with motivational advice for listeners and a plug for Paul's Twitch channel, 'Level up KCMO.'(00:00) Introduction and How We Met(01:05) Discussing Favorite Superhero Villains(02:48) Exploring Joker's Backstory(05:21) Magneto's Dark Past(07:43) Mutants vs. Mutates, Uncanny Valley(11:53) Starfield: A New Sci-Fi Adventure(18:01) Comic Book Politics and The Boys(20:05) Music Preferences and Genres(21:24) Debating Pop Country Music(22:05) Musical Influences and Early Discoveries(22:45) Introduction to Rap and Hip Hop(25:46) High School Music Evolution(29:03) Opinions on Popular Rappers(34:42) Shoutouts and Recommendations(37:03) Final Thoughts and Encouragement