PART 1: The $9M Comic in the Attic: Superman, Nostalgia & Guinness Gravy
An attic surprise turns into a $9 million payday — and that’s just the start. Richard Crouse shares the wild story behind the record-breaking sale of Action Comics No. 1, a nearly century-old Superman debut found by three brothers in their mom’s attic.
Learn what makes a comic worth millions, how nostalgia shapes what we treasure, and why attic hunting might just be the next big thing. Richard also gets personal, recounting childhood memories of forgotten vinyl and vaudeville ghosts. The conversation winds through Christmas movie classics, Macaulay Culkin’s parenting twist, and a gravy that tastes like Guinness.
Hamnet, Heartbreak & Highballs: Shakespeare’s Grief and Boozy Pairings
What if Hamlet wasn’t just fiction, but grief in disguise? Richard Crouse uncovers the real-life tragedy behind William Shakespeare’s most iconic play, revealing how the death of his son, Hamnet, inspired a masterpiece about mortality.
The film Hamnet, directed by Chloé Zhao and starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, offers a raw, emotionally unflinching portrait of parental loss. Richard breaks it down with his trademark honesty — calling it intense, unforgettable, and not for the faint of heart. Then, it’s Booze & Reviews: from sweet Shakespearean wines to modern cocktails like “Lady Macbeth’s Spot Remover” and “Brutus’s Backstabber,” complete with rich backstories and clever nods.
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Originally aired on 2025-11-27
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