35: What’s Left to Believe In? (MR. SMITH GOES TO WASHINGTON)

Politics
Written By Derrick Hatch

What are the lost causes worth fighting for? It's time to navigate the controversial landscape of 'Politics', starting with our first entry: MR. SMITH GOES TO WASHINGTON. Despite releasing 85 years ago, it remains a relevant story about recognizing the infallibility of the institutions we hold dear. Derrick also gets personal by sharing how his own deconstruction of Christian Ministry connects with Mr. Smith's disenchantment of the American Dream. 

  • Introduction (0:00)

  • Why We Chose MR. SMITH GOES TO WASHINGTON (2:30)

  • Frank Capra and the American Dream (8:16)

  • Idealism vs. Realism (15:22)

  • Losing Your Innocence (27:40)

  • Deconstructing Your Idealism (33:42)

  • A Lost Cause Worth Fighting For (45:20)

  • Conclusion (56:50)

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