Jacobin Radio

Michael and Us: We Invented Chill!

Jan 3, 2024
The hosts analyze the low budget of the Santa Claus III movie and express their desire for more information. They discuss the Christmas spirit and Tim Allen's connection to it. The significance of a childhood trauma and its connection to capitalism in the movie is examined. The Santa Claus movies are explored, focusing on the mythical elements and the secularization of Santa Claus. Connections are drawn between characters in the movie and real-life political figures. The hosts bid farewell, sharing holiday wishes and discussing the picturesque scene of frozen landscapes.
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