November 14, 2018

EP. 27 — Mr. Smith Goes To Washington

Amy and Paul filibuster through Frank Capra’s 1939 political fable Mr. Smith Goes To Washington! They learn about Jean Arthur’s initial impressions of Jimmy Stewart, compare Capra’s visual style to Michael Bay, and explore the film’s pop culture legacy in depth. Plus: Jon Lovett of “Pod Save America” and “Lovett Or Leave It” weighs in on the lessons this film can offer today’s politicians.

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