Topic: Shogun

The conversation shifts to the difficulty of adapting Ayn Rand's Atlas Shrugged into a film. The hosts discuss the potential for a miniseries format, reminiscing about classic long-form television like Roots and Shogun. They also critique the "Ken Burns effect" in documentaries, suggesting his style contributed to the decline of traditional miniseries.

A 1988 PBS documentary series titled "Japan," narrated by actress Jane Seymour, is discussed for its insights into Japanese history and the Tokugawa Shogunate. The series explores the cultural roots of the "expressionless" Japanese demeanor and the historical brutality associated with the occupation of Nanking. Seymour's extensive career, including "Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman" and "Wedding Crashers," is also noted.