Joining Andy in this episode is his father, Giovanni Maiorano. The two discuss Giovanni's journey and then tackle one of their obsessions - A Christmas Carol (1984).
Part 1: (0:00 - 33:16)
Andy interviews Giovanni about his incredible journey from growing up in Delaware to heading off to Germany during the Vietnam conflict, to starting a travel business, and now collaborating on screenplays with Andy.
Part 2: (33:16- 1:23:00)
Andy and Giovanni talk about one of their absolute favorite pieces - "A Christmas Carol." Their favorite version that they watch every year is the 1984 one with late powerhouse, George C. Scott. Why are these two so obsessed with this work? They have both read it and just saw a live, one man rendition in Philadelphia. Why is A Christmas Carol such a powerful story that transcends the ages? In this podcast you will learn much about this piece, Dickens himself, and how this story has revolutionized the holiday of Christmas itself. In this age of widening gaps between rich and poor, the shrinking of the middle class, and a dangerous pandemic, "A Christmas Carol" is frighteningly more on the money than ever. This classic transcends religious affiliation and touts a powerful message that humanity MUST heed.
