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Episode 111 When we think of animated movies, it's easy to label the characters: heroes wear capes or crack jokes, and villains laugh maniacally or cause chaos. But what if the so-called “bad guys” actually had a point? On Episode 111 of KDTIME , I dove into the gray areas of animated storytelling, where some villains might not be as evil as they seem—and might even be... right? Let’s be clear: their methods were often questionable (to put it mildly), but their motives ? Surprisingly relatable. 🔍 Moral Complexity in Animated Worlds Cartoons aren't just for laughs—they can hold up a mirror to real-life struggles, from systemic inequality to personal trauma. The line between hero and villain can get blurry when we start asking why these characters do what they do. Here are a few villains I explored who might deserve a second look: 💡 Villains with a Point 1. Syndrome – The Incredibles Buddy Pine just wanted to be like his hero, Mr. Incredible. When he was rejected, his dream tu...

 Episode 84 Jonah and I tackled movies from 2013 that we deemed were our top ten movies. On one hand these we didn't see every single movie from that year, but when we thought about the movies that came to light during we knew which ones stuck out to us 10 years later.  The year 2013 was a pivotal one in cinema, with a slew of groundbreaking films that continue to influence the industry today. From thought-provoking dramas to pulse-pounding blockbusters, the top ten movies of 2013 left an indelible mark on audiences and filmmakers alike. "Gravity" revolutionized the way filmmakers approached visual effects, immersing viewers in the vastness of space like never before. Meanwhile, "12 Years a Slave" tackled themes of race and identity with unflinching honesty, sparking important conversations about systemic injustice. Other notable films of 2013, such as "The Wolf of Wall Street" and "American Hustle," redefined the crime genre with their sharp...