1938: fascism is on the march, Europe is on the brink of a devastating global conflict, and Hollywood says "Let's just chill, okay?" Frank Capra takes his first swing at "No man is poor who has friends" with You Can't Take It With You, taking a chance on young actor James Stewart, while audiences turn out in unprecedented droves as Walt Disney's first feature-length animated movie opens in January, planting the first flag for the future Empire of Joy. An awed hush for Snow White and Seven Dwarves. Between the two, it's just sweet times, occasional dances, and just vibing and not worrying too much about the plot. How does it work? Author and podcaster Kevin Weir is here to help Erin, Claire, and Dan unpack it all.

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