Spoiler alert: this week we’re analyzing the Twilight Zone episode “The Night of the Meek.” Henry Corwin, played by the great Art Carney, is a department store Santa with a big heart and a penchant for a bit of the drink. He loves children and the magic of Christmas, but more than anything, he just wishes that, for one Christmas, those who are in need of the most could be given the most. And when the Twilight Zone steps in, he realizes that he just might have been given his wish. In this episode, we’re going to try and reconcile the commercialization of the holidays with gift-giving; we’ll take a look at the relationship between substance abuse and the holiday season; and for my moment of awe, I’m going to bring in the man, the myth, the legend himself, Rod Serling, to talk about his favorite Christmas. So, grab your keys, and let's unlock this door to the fifth dimension. As always, spoiler alert. If you have note seen the episode, go check it out and then come back here for the analysis. We're walking through Rod Serling's class Twilight Zone series and asking difficult questions about life. So, if you love The Twilight Zone, science fiction, or even just philosophizing about life, consider joining us on this journey. There's always room for more.
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Episode outline:
00:00 Introduction
00:46 Plot synopsis
02:44 Episode Specifics
03:15 Episode tidbits
04:25 Question 1
14:59 Question 2
20:51 Question 3
23:01 Episode rating
23:33 Next episode and your questions
24:01 Listener shout-outs and messages from me
26:11 How to get involved and how to support the show
No show did a better job than The Twilight Zone at generating awe and wonder within its audience. It just so happens that awe is exactly what we need in these difficult, divisive times. So, join me, Joe Meyer, and let's walk through the fifth dimension with Rod Serling. Along the way, we'll discuss big questions and relate them back to our Twilight Zone episodes.
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