CNN's John Sutter spoke with actor Paul Begala about his new film, Tangerine. The movie is a low budget comedy about two black transgendered sex workers in Los Angeles. It ends up being "a touching story about human beings who go through heartbreak and difficulties," he said. 'I feel it for people who are ashamed of who they are'
Paul Bloom takes some time away from his "Waking Up" appearances to join us for a very special movie episode: our top three films about empathy. Can movies help us understand the experiences of people who live completely different lives? Do serial killers need empathy to effectively torture their victims? Does empathy make you want to blow up the world, or lead naked men into black liquid-y voids? Plus Paul and David try to bully Tamler into watching "Westworld." Also, buy Paul's new book (link below) "Against Empathy"! [Note: this episode is heavy on the spoilers. If you're worried, check the links below--they contain the titles for each movie in the order discussed on the podcast].
Special Guest: Paul Bloom.
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