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#46: 46. It's A Wonderful LIFERS

Summary
In this special Christmas episode, Scott, Ben and Gabe do an audio commentary while watching the classic 1946 film It's a Wonderful Life. They discuss their history with the movie, point out interesting details and parallels to other films, and analyze its timeless themes and emotional impact. Scott shares how the movie has shaped his worldview and been a therapeutic annual viewing tradition, despite some frustrating changes to the audience experience in recent years.
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