"I try," Hotch replied, returning the smile. He tried to think of something that would be polite to talk about with a stranger, a new friend. He wasn't awkward, but he was accustomed to being with other agents where conversation often turned to the more grave parts of the job. He doubted Kersen would like to hear any of that.

"So what else do you play?" he asked. "I know 80's music, but I doubt you go in for Flock of Seagulls in here."