Despite growing up just minutes from each other, our paths took years to cross. We both attended Anderson High School, where we were active in various music programs and even played in orchestra together. In college, as both of us underwent the inevitable program and major changes that often accompany 18-year-olds, we wound up meeting through mutual friends. Julia recalls fervently discussing Game of Thrones fan theories with Michael. Michael recalls being overjoyed at the prospect that someone would care as much about Game of Thrones theories as he does.