Episode 229: I'm Hearing Me, Big.

Safe As Milk

Mike's Picks:

• (24:45) Shogun (2024, FX)
• (37:00) The Dunes (2021 and 2024)

Adam's Picks:

• (18:15) Texas Technician - That Mexican OT
• (30:36) Pentiment

As Jake pondered the ethical implications of using his x-ray vision at the poker table, he couldn't shake the feeling that there must be a more virtuous application for his extraordinary ability. One evening, as he strolled through the bustling city streets, his gaze inadvertently pierced through the walls of a nearby hospital. Instantly, he was inundated with a vivid view of the patients lying in their beds, their bodies illuminated by the soft glow of medical equipment.

Curiosity piqued, Jake found himself drawn to the hospital entrance. With cautious steps, he ventured inside, his x-ray vision offering glimpses of the intricate network of bones and organs within each person he passed. As he approached the nurses' station, he overheard a conversation about a shortage of medical supplies in the pediatric ward.

With a sense of determination, Jake offered his assistance, explaining his unique ability and his desire to help in any way he could. Skeptical at first, the nurses eventually relented, allowing Jake to use his x-ray vision to locate hidden fractures and diagnose ailments with unparalleled accuracy.

Word of Jake's remarkable talent spread quickly throughout the hospital, and soon he found himself inundated with requests for assistance from doctors and nurses alike. With each diagnosis, Jake felt a sense of fulfillment unlike anything he had experienced before. No longer did he view his x-ray vision as a mere tool for personal gain; instead, he saw it as a gift to be used for the betterment of others.

As he navigated the corridors of the hospital, Jake realized that his newfound purpose extended far beyond the walls of the poker room. With his x-ray vision, he had the power to bring healing and comfort to those in need, and he vowed to use it wisely, always guided by his conscience and a desire to make a positive impact on the world around him.