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'The Lost Bus' And The Value Of Altruism In Society

October 10, 2025 • Ryan Vanderhei, Joe Parente & Heidi Roodvoets • Season 5 • Episode 6

In this episode, we discuss the 2025 Apple TV film The Lost Bus directed by Paul Greengrass (Bourne Identity) and starring Matthew McConaughey, America Ferrera, and Yul Vasquez. We break down the important thematic messaging in the movie of altruism, and how lead characters Kevin McKay and Mary Ludwig put the lives of 22 children above themselves. If the world had more people like Kevin and Mary, it would be a MUCH better place.

Would you consider yourself an altruistic person?