Sean Astin on Rudy, Politics, His Dad, and the Power of Empathy

This week actor and political activist Sean Astin joins us to discuss his career and the impact of his roles, particularly in the movie 'Rudy.' He shares personal stories about the influence of his father, actor John Astin, and the advice he received from him. They also touch on the power of movies and music to connect with people and the importance of empathy and love in today's divisive world.Sean shares stories about his mother's iconic performances and his own personal journey of discovering his biological father.He also discusses his involvement in political campaigns and his experience at the Democratic National Convention in 2024. Sean Astin reflects on his experience campaigning for Kamala Harris and shares his thoughts on the 2020 election. He discusses his decision to travel to battleground states and volunteer for the campaign, highlighting the sense of loneliness and anguish that comes with working on a campaign. Astin also discusses the importance of leadership by example and the impact of the media in shaping public opinion. He expresses his hope for a change in leadership and the need for accountability in the press.Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JATQPodcastIntragram: https://www.instagram.com/jatqpodcastYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCET7k2_Y9P9Fz0MZRARGqVwThis Show is Available Ad-Free And Early For Patreon supporters here:https://www.patreon.com/justaskthequestionpodcastPurchase Brian's book "Free The Press" Follow Brian's Salon articles! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.