What did Patrick Wayne think when seeing John Wayne: An American Experience for the first time? You can listen to the full interview on Episode 1 of the John Wayne Gritcast on Apple or Spotify. Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2WutA8c Spotify: https://spoti.fi/39RbJez | JOHN WAYNE

“Republic. I like the sound of the word. It means people can live free, talk free, go or come, buy or sell, be drunk or sober, however they choose. Some words give you a feeling. Republic is one of those words that makes me tight in the throat—the same tightness a man gets when his baby takes his first step or his first baby shaves and makes his first sound as a man. Some words can give you a feeling that makes your heart warm. Republic is one of those words.” —John Wayne as Colonel Davy Crocket

From early days to enduring legacy, John Wayne shares how his journey in film began with football. 🏈 | JOHN WAYNE