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Mike Rowe: How to Unite the Country | 6.22.24

Jun 22, 2024
25:26
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Mike Rowe, Dirty Jobs host, discusses his film 'Something to Stand For' that aims to unite the country through powerful storytelling. He explores the impact of narratives on patriotism, challenges in releasing the film, and a touching moment at the World War II Memorial.
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  • Mike Rowe's 'Something to Stand For' film aims to unify by celebrating patriots' stories and emphasizing historical sacrifices.
  • Rowe advocates for genuine curiosity, skepticism, and engaging storytelling as tools in navigating the evolving information landscape.

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Mike Rowe's New Film 'Something to Stand For'

Mike Rowe discusses his latest labor of love, a feature-length film called 'Something to Stand For', which interweaves nine stories with a patriotic theme and a field trip to DC. Rowe aims to capture a sentimentality and trust in a time where traditional institutions are eroding, presenting a unifying film devoid of cynicism.

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