Pick 3(4): Memorial Day

On this way late episode, we've got the entire crew (plus mystery guest!) in the same room. 

In San Francisco. 

• The Movie: Platoon. Oliver Stone on Vietnam. The first and best time. (2:00). 

            Addendum: Video tape is what exactly? (5:00)

• The Book: And the Band Played On by Randy Shilts (5:40)

• Bonus! The Theater Piece: Our Lady of 121st St. by Stephen Adly Guirgis (8:50)

            Addendum: He who does not suck (9:45)

• The Music: Decoration Day by Charles Ives (14:30)

            Addendum: Did you know Mr. ives was also a successful insurance salesman? (16:00). 

• The Trivia: Traditions around the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.  (23:00)