Join Martin Sheen, famed for his role as President Josiah Bartlet, as he dives into the complexities of 'The American President.' The conversation explores the delicate balance of romance and politics in the film. Sheen discusses the dynamics of the Oval Office, character portrayals, and the real-life parallels in political strategy. With humor, they dissect memorable performances and the absurdities of romantic comedy tropes. There's a playful critique of social media interactions, illuminating how love and politics impact public perception.

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The renowned actor as you’ve never heard him before. He has appeared in over 100 films, including Apocalypse Now. He’s best known on television as President Bartlet in The West Wing. But Martin Sheen, born and still legally named Ramón Estévez, has had another lesser-known life as a spiritual seeker and activist. He returned to a deep and joyful Catholic faith after a crisis at the height of his fame in mid-life. He’s been arrested over 60 times in vigils and protests. “Piety is something you do alone,” he says. “True freedom, spirituality, can only be achieved in community.”