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It's Friday, November 6, and Logan is back with another rapid-fire edition of Mostly Superheroes Friday LIVE! We've got a packed week of television, movies, entertainment news, local events, and plenty of reasons to get excited about what's coming next. MARVEL & TV TALK VisionQuest Episode 7 has arrived, and it's one of the most complex, deep, and lore-heavy Marvel episodes we've seen. Logan shares his thoughts on the penultimate episode, why it deserves multiple viewings, and why he's heading back for another watch before the season finale this Tuesday. For additional breakdowns and Easter eggs, check out New Rockstars and Phase Hero. We're also talking about Dexter: Resurrection Season 2, Episode 2 and the latest from The Great British Bake Off. WHAT'S HAPPENING IN ST. LOUIS Local Lou Festival: Join us Friday and Saturday at The Heavy Anchor for two nights of live music benefiting Stray Rescue of St. Louis and Team Jakey. Team Jakey is a featured mental health partner, bringing resources and awareness to the festival. Sunday Morning Cafe: Dr. Tom Wagner and Javier Mendoza join us for an upcoming Sunday Morning Cafe on November 8. Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY: Experience the live orchestra and visuals celebrating Final Fantasy XIV, XVI, X, and VII on December 5 at The Fabulous Fox. Use promo code SUPERHEROES for discounted tickets and a chance to win free tickets. MORE MOSTLY SUPERHEROES Our interview with Rob Keyes from Screen Rant is out now! After 18 years covering entertainment, Rob brings an incredible amount of knowledge and passion to the conversation. We're also counting down to AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY, arriving in theaters December 18. Keep watching for upcoming Mostly Superheroes Screen & Social experiences and screening reviews with Logan and Scotty. Subscribe, follow, and join the conversation! TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Friday LIVE! Dexter: Resurrection and Great British Bake Off 00:26 VisionQuest Episode 7 reactions 00:52 Marvel's complex penultimate episode 01:12 New Rockstars and Phase Hero breakdowns 01:32 VisionQuest finale predictions and Local Lou Festival 02:08 Team Jakey and mental health awareness 02:28 Sunday Morning Cafe with Dr. Tom Wagner and Javier Mendoza 02:54 Distant Worlds: Final Fantasy at The Fabulous Fox 03:21 Promo code SUPERHEROES and Avengers Doomsday countdown 03:48 Screen & Social and upcoming theater events 04:11 Mostly Superheroes interviews and weekly programming 04:40 Rob Keyes from Screen Rant interview 05:05 Have a great weekend! Find everything at https://mostlysuperheroes.com/ watch listen subscribe support at mostlysuperheroes.com/support ©2026 Carrogan Studios

What happens when music, storytelling, creativity, and resilience come together? We're finding out with Javier Mendoza (aka Hobo Cane) and Dr. Tom Wagner! Logan Janis of Mostly Superheroes sits down with St. Louis-connected singer-songwriter Javier Mendoza and Dr. Tom Wagner, founder of Sunday Morning Café, for a special conversation ahead of their November 8 event, Creating from the Soul: A Conversation in Story & Song. Javier has spent more than 25 years building an independent music career, sharing soulful roots music and original songs shaped by his experiences, identity, and personal journey. Now based in Nashville, Javier still considers St. Louis home and regularly returns to perform. In this conversation, Javier discusses his musical journey, the relationship between his life and his songwriting, vulnerability as an independent musician, and the power of music to bring people together. We also catch up with Dr. Tom Wagner, a resilience researcher and licensed therapist with more than 30 years of experience. Tom shares his excitement about exploring the deeper stories behind Javier's music and how creativity, personal experiences, and resilience connect. ABOUT SUNDAY MORNING CAFÉ Sunday Morning Café creates opportunities for adults to slow down, unplug from everyday distractions, and reconnect through live music, storytelling, meaningful conversation, and community. UPCOMING EVENT: CREATING FROM THE SOUL Join Javier Mendoza and Dr. Tom Wagner for an afternoon of story, song, reflection, and connection. 📅 Sunday, November 8, 2026 📍 Eden Theological Seminary – Webster Groves, Missouri 🍹 Happy Hour Prelude: 3 PM 🎶 Main Event: 4–6 PM 🎟️ Tickets: $25 for students and young adults 25 and under; $35 general admission. Food and drinks are included with admission. Get tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/november-sunday-morning-cafe-event-with-javier-mendoza-hobo-cane-registration-1995921988396?aff=mostly Find Javier's music, concert calendar, and more: https://hobocane.com IN THIS EPISODE 00:00 – Logan introduces Sunday Morning Café and the November 8 event 01:04 – Introducing Javier Mendoza and Dr. Tom Wagner 01:46 – Meeting Javier Mendoza 02:27 – Javier's connection to St. Louis and Nashville 03:21 – What makes Sunday Morning Café a unique experience 04:05 – Music, resilience research, and meaningful conversation 04:55 – Javier on exploring the stories behind his music 05:35 – Vulnerability and sharing original music 06:15 – How to get tickets to Sunday Morning Café 06:36 – Where to find Javier Mendoza online 07:25 – Could Javier be moving back to St. Louis? 08:30 – Catching up with Dr. Tom Wagner 09:11 – What Dr. Tom is looking forward to discovering 09:43 – The deeper meaning and spirit behind Javier's music 10:13 – Music, connection, and an afternoon of fun 10:57 – Final invitation to Sunday Morning Café Mostly Superheroes is an independent podcast celebrating entertainment, creativity, community, and the people making a difference. watch listen subscribe support at mostlysuperheroes.com/support ©2026 Carrogan Studios

Video game music belongs on the concert stage! Logan Janis sits down with internationally acclaimed conductor Maestro Arnie Roth, co-founder of Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY, to talk about bringing one of gaming's most beloved soundtracks to life with a full symphony orchestra and chorus. With more than 300 performances around the world, Arnie shares how Distant Worlds began in 2005, the incredible connection Final Fantasy fans have with its music, and why experiencing these iconic compositions live is completely different from playing the games at home. We also get a preview of the upcoming St. Louis performance at The Fabulous Fox on December 5, 2026, featuring music from Final Fantasy XIV, XVI, X, VII, and more! The concert will feature more than 100 musicians, stunning HD visuals from Square Enix, and special guest vocalist Amanda Achen, whose voice is featured in Final Fantasy XIV and XVI. GET YOUR TICKETS & SAVE! 📍 The Fabulous Fox – St. Louis, Missouri 📅 Saturday, December 5, 2026 ⏰ 8:00 PM 🎟️ Use promo code SUPERHEROES at FabulousFox.com for a discount on tickets! 🎁 Mostly Superheroes also has FREE tickets up for grabs! Enter our giveaway at MostlySuperheroes.com and follow our social media channels for your chance to win. INTERVIEW TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Distant Worlds: Final Fantasy concert preview 00:48 – Welcome to Mostly Superheroes 01:14 – Exclusive ticket discount code SUPERHEROES 02:47 – Free ticket giveaway announcement 03:12 – Meet Maestro Arnie Roth 04:44 – How Distant Worlds began with Nobuo Uematsu 05:33 – More than 300 performances around the world 06:22 – Bringing video game music to the concert stage 07:15 – Why Final Fantasy music is so special 08:15 – Arnie Roth and the Fabulous Fox 08:58 – What fans can expect from the concert 09:13 – Amanda Achen and the music of Final Fantasy XIV and XVI 10:07 – Celebrating 25 years of Final Fantasy X 11:13 – Arnie's message to St. Louis Final Fantasy fans 11:55 – Iconic Final Fantasy music and unforgettable themes 13:13 – Why live orchestral music changes the gaming experience 14:08 – Get your tickets with code SUPERHEROES 14:39 – Final thoughts and thank you to Arnie Roth Subscribe for interviews, movie and television discussions, pop culture, gaming, local events, giveaways, and more! watch listen subscribe support at mostlysuperheroes.com/support ©2026 Carrogan Studios

What does the future hold for Marvel, DC, Star Wars and the biggest entertainment franchises in the world? We're bringing back Rob Keyes of ScreenRant for another deep dive into everything happening across movies, television, comics and pop culture! Host Logan Janis sits down with Rob, who recently celebrated 18 years at ScreenRant, to discuss the massive entertainment stories on the horizon. We get into Avengers: Doomsday, Robert Downey Jr.'s return, Chris Evans, the original X-Men cast, Doctor Doom and the possibilities surrounding Avengers: Secret Wars. Could Marvel be setting up a major MCU reset? What does the future look like for Wolverine, the Avengers and the next generation of X-Men? We also dive into Marvel television, including VisionQuest, Paul Bettany's incredible journey as Vision, the WandaVision saga, Ultron and the deeper Marvel connections fans should be watching. Plus, Rob shares his thoughts on James Gunn's leadership at DC Studios, the future of the DC Universe, Ghost Rider, Ryan Gosling's Star Wars: Starfighter, Dune: Part Three, Clayface, Street Fighter and the movies generating awards-season buzz. Rob also gives us a preview of what's coming to ScreenRant, including upcoming entertainment coverage, exclusive interviews, holiday features and the Screen Awards. If you love Marvel, DC, Star Wars, movies, television and everything happening in entertainment, this is an episode you won't want to miss! Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome Back Rob Keyes of ScreenRant 00:36 – 18 Years at ScreenRant and Covering Entertainment 01:12 – Covering Movies, Gaming, Comics, Anime and Television 02:36 – The State of Entertainment Media 03:05 – Avengers: Doomsday and Marvel's Big Plans 03:40 – Channing Tatum, Fantastic Four and the Doomsday Promotion 04:11 – Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans and Chris Hemsworth 04:45 – The Original X-Men Return and Patrick Stewart's Legacy 05:42 – The Future of X-Men and Avengers: Secret Wars 06:36 – Is Marvel Preparing for a Massive MCU Reset? 07:25 – Secret Wars, Incursions and Battleworld 08:28 – The Future of Doctor Doom, Tony Stark and Wolverine 09:41 – VisionQuest: Marvel's Next Big Television Event 10:03 – Paul Bettany, Vision and the Marvel Legacy 10:45 – Iron Man Connections, Easter Eggs and Marvel Lore 11:01 – The WandaVision Saga and the History of Scarlet Witch 11:44 – Ultron, James Spader and Deep Marvel Comics Connections 12:09 – The Future of Marvel Television and Daredevil 12:27 – Agents of SHIELD and the Possibility of a Marvel Reset 13:05 – Ryan Gosling, Ghost Rider and Star Wars: Starfighter 14:15 – The Future of Star Wars Television 14:45 – DC Studios, James Gunn and the New DC Universe 15:08 – Why Rob Believes James Gunn Is the Right Leader for DC 16:43 – James Gunn, The Suicide Squad and DC Canon 17:19 – Clayface and the Horror Side of DC 18:12 – Rob's Thoughts on Wildwood and Awards Season 19:22 – Street Fighter and the Joy of Fun Movies 20:06 – What Rob Is Most Excited About in Entertainment 20:46 – Dune: Part Three and the Oscars 21:31 – The Future of ScreenRant and Upcoming Coverage 21:53 – ScreenRant's Holiday Advent Calendar 22:12 – The Screen Awards and What's Coming Next 23:15 – Final Thoughts and Where to Follow Rob Keyes Find Rob Keyes: Follow Rob on social media at Rob underscore Keyes and check out the latest entertainment coverage at ScreenRant.com. Mostly Superheroes is an independent podcast covering movies, television, comics, pop culture, entertainment news and everything in between. Join Logan Janis and the team every Friday LIVE! watch listen subscribe support at mostlysuperheroes.com/support ©2026 Carrogan Studios

What happens when you slow down, put away the distractions, and reconnect with what really matters? Mostly Superheroes is excited to spotlight Sunday Morning Café, a unique St. Louis community experience blending live music, storytelling, reflection, and meaningful conversation. On Sunday, November 8, join singer-songwriter and storyteller Javier Mendoza, also known as Hobo Cane, alongside Dr. Tom Wagner, resilience researcher and therapist, for Creating from the Soul: A Conversation in Story & Song. With 25 years of independent music-making behind him, Javier brings a lifetime of experiences, creative exploration, vulnerability, and hope to the conversation. Through music and storytelling, he'll explore where creativity comes from, the power of authenticity, and how our personal journeys shape who we become. This isn't your typical concert or lecture. It's an opportunity to unplug from the noise of everyday life, share in an honest conversation, and connect with the people around you. EVENT DETAILS When: Sunday, November 8, 2026 Happy Hour Prelude: 3–4 PM, featuring appetizers and drinks on the outdoor patio Main Event: 4–6 PM Where: Eden Theological Seminary, 475 East Lockwood Avenue, St. Louis, MO Tickets: $35 general admission; $25 for students and young adults 25 and under. Discounts are available for those who need them. And here's a little something extra from your friends at Mostly Superheroes: you can enter to win two free tickets! Visit our event page for the free contest entry and details. Whether you're a music lover, a creative soul, or simply someone looking for a meaningful way to spend a Sunday afternoon, Sunday Morning Café offers a chance to step back, breathe, and rediscover the things that connect us. Learn more, enter the contest, and get your tickets: https://mostlysuperheroes.com/events/sunday-morning-cafe Mostly Superheroes celebrates the stories, people, and experiences that bring us together. We'll see you there!

FINAL FANTASY fans, this one's for you! 🎮🎶 Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY is coming to The Fabulous Fox in St. Louis on Saturday, December 5, 2026, at 8 PM! Experience the legendary music of FINAL FANTASY performed by a full symphony orchestra and chorus, featuring conductor Arnie Roth, vocalist Amanda Achen, and stunning visuals from across the franchise. We've got a special deal for Mostly Superheroes listeners! Use promo code SUPERHEROES to unlock promotional ticket prices of $45, $55, and $65. 🎟️ Plus, enter our FREE ticket giveaway! Visit the event page below and complete the free entry form at the bottom of the page for your chance to win a pair of tickets. 🎫 Tickets & Giveaway Details: https://fabulousfox.evenue.net/promotions/SUPERHEROES Find the event and more entertainment around St. Louis at mostlysuperheroes.com/events. This episode is sponsored by The Fabulous Fox. Watch, listen, subscribe, and support at mostlysuperheroes.com/support ©2026 Carrogan Studios

Dexter: Resurrection Season 2 is officially here! Logan Janis returns to Mostly Superheroes for a full spoiler review and breakdown of Season 2, Episode 1, premiering October 30, 2026. Dexter Morgan is back in New York City, Harrison has joined the police force, and two dangerous killers are in the spotlight: the New York Ripper, played by Brian Cox, and the Five Borough Killer, played by Dan Stevens. We're breaking down Dexter's latest kill, the return of the classic opening credits, Angel Batista's legacy, Joey Quinn's investigation, and the growing tension between Dexter's dark passenger and his relationship with Harrison. Plus, Michael C. Hall is back in action, James Remar returns as Harry Morgan, and we ask the biggest question of all: Can Dexter ever truly escape his past? FULL SPOILERS — Season 2, Episode 1 Only TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Intro 06:17 – Friday LIVE! Halloween kickoff 08:10 – Dexter: Resurrection Season 2 arrives 09:33 – Spoiler-free reaction and audience numbers 10:00 – Dexter franchise timeline and Original Sin 11:30 – Full spoiler warning 12:07 – Season 1 recap: Prater, Charlie and Harrison 13:15 – Batista, the Bay Harbor Butcher and Dexter's past 16:25 – Batista returns in Dexter's dream 17:20 – Brian Cox as the New York Ripper 18:07 – Harrison becomes a cop and Dexter hunts Rapunzel 19:12 – Dexter and Harrison's changing relationship 20:12 – The classic Dexter opening credits return 21:35 – Joey Quinn, the Five Borough Killer and Dan Stevens 22:54 – Should Dexter finally retire? 23:35 – Dexter's midlife crisis and Harry Morgan 25:38 – Biggest unanswered questions for Season 2 26:38 – Final thoughts and Halloween weekend 28:31 – What's next on Mostly Superheroes Join us weekly as we follow Dexter: Resurrection Season 2, share reactions, discuss theories, and break down every episode. WATCH • LISTEN • SUBSCRIBE • SUPPORT at mostlysuperheroes.com/support ©2026 Carrogan Studios

Marvel's VisionQuest Episodes 5 & 6 are here, and the MCU mystery is getting bigger! Logan Janis is joined by George "Bruce the Juice" and Jules on Mostly Superheroes for a full spoiler breakdown of the latest Disney+ episodes. Ultron takes control of Vision's body, Jocasta reveals her disturbing plans for humanity, Tommy faces new dangers, and the mysterious Client remains unidentified. With only two episodes remaining, we're breaking down the biggest reveals, hidden MCU connections, unanswered questions, and theories about what's next. Could Ultron actually be protecting his family? Who is the Client? Will Wanda and Billy return? And could Doctor Doom connect VisionQuest to Avengers: Doomsday or Secret Wars? Plus, we discuss Patrick Stewart and his legacy as Professor X, GalaxyCon St. Louis, upcoming local events, and the future of artificial intelligence. FULL SPOILERS FOR VISIONQUEST EPISODES 1–6 TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Show intro 04:12 – Welcome to Mostly Superheroes LIVE 07:15 – Patrick Stewart, Professor X & His Legacy 14:45 – St. Louis Events & Ticket Giveaways 15:42 – GalaxyCon St. Louis Recap 17:24 – Bruce the Juice & City Museum Stories 19:57 – VisionQuest Episodes 5 & 6 Review Begins 21:29 – Terry Matalas, Picard & MCU Connections 23:20 – Episode 5: Ultron Takes Vision's Body 24:35 – Ultron, Vision & Tommy's Family Dynamic 26:42 – Madripoor, Paladin & His Backstory 29:22 – Jocasta's Origins & AI Takeover Plan 30:23 – Ultron and Jocasta's Disturbing Connection 33:19 – Vision and Ultron's Deal 36:00 – Who Is the Mysterious Client? 38:21 – Doctor Doom & Secret Wars Theories 40:43 – Will Wanda and Billy Return? 45:07 – The Final Two Episodes & What's Next 01:00:00 – Ultron's Character & Moral Complexity 01:10:04 – Does Ultron Want a Human Body? 01:15:10 – Two Episodes Left & Final Thoughts Watch VisionQuest on Disney+ and join the conversation! WATCH • LISTEN • SUBSCRIBE • SUPPORT mostlysuperheroes.com/support ©2026 Carrogan Studios

SPOILER WARNING: We’re going all the way to the end of Clayface. Logan Janis and the Mostly Superheroes crew break down Matt Hagen’s transformation, the nanotechnology behind his powers, the shocking murders, the final showdown, and that unforgettable last shot. Does Clayface become a full-fledged villain? Are the nanobots controlling him, or are they bringing out who he really is? And how does this standalone Gotham City story compare to other comic-book villain movies like Joker, Morbius, and Kraven? We discuss the shapeshifting, practical effects versus CGI, the disturbing airplane sequence, the nightclub massacre, the final twist involving the doctor, and why this movie doesn’t need Batman to tell a compelling story. We also dig into comic-book lore, Batman: The Animated Series, possible future DCU appearances, and what this movie could mean for James Gunn’s Batman. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Clayface full-spoiler discussion begins 04:01 – Spoiler warning and Matt Hagen’s origin 05:42 – The attack that destroys his acting career 06:18 – Batman: The Animated Series connections 07:16 – Nanotechnology, the doctor, and the transformation 08:04 – The treatment works—but things go wrong 09:27 – Revenge, betrayal, and the people around Matt 10:31 – Forgiveness, morality, and the road to villainy 11:12 – Shapeshifting, new identities, and the growing powers 12:02 – The shocking two-body sequence 12:50 – How Clayface’s abilities evolve 13:32 – Arkham City and the classic Clayface monster 14:11 – Pacing, runtime, and why the origin works 15:03 – Why this Gotham story doesn’t need Batman 16:02 – Timeline questions and potential DCU connections 17:09 – A standalone villain story with room to grow 18:14 – Clayface vs. Sony’s Spider-Man villain movies 20:21 – MCU speculation and the future of superhero storytelling 23:16 – James Watkins, Mike Flanagan, and the creative team 25:03 – Matt Hagen, the cast, and character connections 26:00 – The airplane scene and the horror elements 27:03 – The nightclub sequence and creative kills 28:24 – Is Matt responsible for his actions? 29:47 – Nanobots, emotions, and the transformation 30:14 – WandaVision comparisons and the psychology of Clayface 31:21 – CGI, practical effects, and the body horror 33:15 – The shocking fiancé twist 34:35 – The performances behind the shapeshifting 35:04 – The final battle and the kill switch 36:02 – The ending, the doctor, and the final Clayface reveal 36:39 – Did we get enough of the full Clayface monster? 37:31 – Responding to the criticism and effects discussion 39:17 – Practical effects vs. CGI 41:09 – Will Clayface return in the DCU? 42:28 – Batman, Gotham, and what comes next 46:00 – More thoughts on Batman’s future 52:00 – Final impressions after letting the movie sink in 53:10 – Is Matt Hagen officially a villain? 54:07 – The one thing we wanted more of 59:28 – Clayface comic-book history and future possibilities 01:00:46 – Any Batman references hiding in the movie? 01:03:06 – James Gunn’s DCU and the standalone approach 01:04:19 – What kind of Batman should we get next? Watch, listen, subscribe, support at mostlysuperheroes.com/support ©2026 Carrogan Studios

Clayface is in theaters, and Logan Janis and Jules saw it the night before. This is our 100% spoiler-free reaction. Is the horror good? Does the body horror pay off? Is it slop, or is it the real deal? We cover whether you need to be a comic book fan to enjoy it, our first look at live-action Gotham City in the DC Universe, and what’s coming next from DC Studios. A full spoiler episode is coming soon. Go see the movie first! ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 We’re back: Clayface is in theaters 0:47 Our packed DC Studios screening 1:28 Jules’ spoiler-free reaction 3:05 Logan’s take: is it slop? (No.) 3:41 First live-action Gotham City 4:29 Do you need to know the comics? 5:16 Is Clayface a Batman movie? 6:30 Who should see it: gore and horror warning 7:19 Body horror and The Fly comparison 8:34 What’s next: Man of Tomorrow and The Batman Part II 9:20 Peacemaker, Lanterns and Blue Beetle canon debate 12:21 Why we’re optimistic about the DCU 13:27 Spoiler episode coming soon 14:44 Galaxy Con in Saint Louis and where to find Jules Hosted by Logan Janis with Jules. Team Jakey, thanks for hanging out with us. Watch. Listen. Subscribe. Support at mostlysuperheroes.com/support ©2026 Carrogan Studios