It’s not enough to be a deadbeat dad if you want to be an artist. You also have to be obsessed with the sea. This week, we take center stage and explore the life of storied American playwright Eugene O’Neill. Digging into his methods, inspirations, artistry, horrible family life, and dismal performance as a husband and father, we discover the visionary voice of this brooding genius, and learn that sometimes it pays to be sad! Tangents include but are not limited to mpreg, the illustrious city of Toronto, Charlie Chaplin being gross, and Flight starring Denzel Washington.

SOURCES:

Eugene O'Neill - A Glory of Ghosts - Part I

Eugene O'Neill - A Glory of Ghosts - Part II

The Hunted and the Haunted: Reflections on Eugene O'Neill with Dr. Gary Vena

The Gelbs on O'Neill - Charlie Rose

Tony Kushner on Eugene O'Neill - Library of America

Christopher Plummer as James Tyrone - Long Day's Journey into Night

Eugene O’Neill: A Documentary Film by Ric Burns, American Experience PBS

O’Neill: Life With Monte Cristo by Barabra & Arthur Gelb

THAT'S HISTORY, BABE! is hosted by Abe Merker and Jared Tetreau. This episode was produced by Jared Tetreau, Abe Merker, and Claudia Chiossone. Research Assistance by Madison Albertson. Music by Kinneret. Series Artwork by Sid Lugo. Intro Animations by Gemma Hill.

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