169 - Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful LifeThe lads do battle with Mr. Potter for the heart of Bedford Falls as they cover Frank Capra’s 1946 Christmas classic: It’s a Wonderful Life. Topics include the pernicious myth of “Capra-corn”, the art of the Jimmy Stewart impression, and what it takes to be a George Bailey in a system designed to turn you into a Henry F. Potter.
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Media Referenced in this Episode:
It’s a Wonderful Life! Dir. Frank Capra. 1946.
'Young George Bailey' Took Some Hard Hits by Stephen Cox. Los Angeles Times. December 15th, 1996.
What ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’ Shows Us About The Weird History Of Building & Loans by John Wake. Forbes. December 31st, 2021.
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# It's a Wonderful LifeA classic 1946 Christmas film that portrays the story of George Bailey, who learns the worth of his life through the help of an angel, highlighting themes of sacrifice, hope, and the impact of community.
