Alex Maher

The 3-Minute Beginners Guide to Understanding ‘Xavier: Renegade Angel’

November 2, 2017May 9, 2019 Alex MaherComments Off

Adult Swim’s weirdest show melted my mind and soul forever. Ten years later, here are a dozen tidbits worth revisiting.

I’m 18. I’ve Watched 600+ Episodes of ‘One Piece’ 6x Each.

January 31, 2017May 9, 2019 Alex MaherComments Off

Here are six things I’ve learned from that experience.

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Which Gohan Is the Best Gohan?

January 3, 2017May 9, 2019 Alex MaherComments Off

Or: The Evolution and Devolution of Dragon Ball Z’s once-powerful son.

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Author: Alex Maher

The 3-Minute Beginners Guide to Understanding ‘Xavier: Renegade Angel’

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