In this spinoff from Episode 15 of 67 Takes, John and Sean dive into Apocalypse Now — not just as a war film, but as a story about internal war, corruption, manipulation, and the dark contradictions in human nature.

We talk iconic lines (“Charlie don’t surf”), the film’s surreal beauty, the moral insanity underneath it, and why the journey up the river feels like a metaphor for something deeper. We also touch on Heart of Darkness, the fascinating adaptation leap to Vietnam, and what movies like this reveal about the conflict inside every human heart.

⚠️ Spoiler alert: we discuss plot points.

In this episode, Sean and John engage in a deep and humorous conversation about the meaning of life, exploring themes such as family, friendship, nature, and the impact of art and sound. They discuss the challenges of parenting in the digital age, the beauty found in everyday life, and the importance of connection and interaction. The conversation also touches on personal growth, the complexities of relationships, and reflections on film and storytelling, culminating in a rich tapestry of insights and shared experiences.

A couple of Gen X'ers have a Zoom call to catch up on life and may have inadvertently started a You Tube channel. Recorded December 2024