I sometimes think the Beatles are the only four people who never truly realised the power of that unit. They were fantastic as individuals, but there was just something magic about them together. As insiders, they couldn't see what we can see, which makes us the lucky ones.
There’s something really nice about this interview - an air of tranquility as they walk together on the beach. John seemed like he was finally at peace in regards to the whole breakup and could now look back fondly without regret. I can almost feel the nostalgia of those highs and the sadness of those lows. Such a shame he’s gone. He was truly one of a kind.
The look of shock on John's face talking about Brians death is truly haunting. In turn, that's how we felt about hearing about John being taken out. How sad.
Elliot Mintz I believe Mr. Lennon was much Iike any celebrity with integrity...the sarcastic side lashes out when reporters (of which there were a plethora of back then) ask inane, stupid and irrelevant questions!
John had natural Liverpool wit, the people of the city have it naturally. Look at the way they wound the media around their little fingers at New York airport when they arrived. The 4 of them had it. Sometimes this is misinterpreted. Liverpool humour at the time was quite mocking. In Liverpool if you applied that to others you got it back, so all was equal. But when you did it to others not accustomed to the humour it was taken as an insult. John never knew when to stop it, Paul did.
Obviously, I'd defer to Elliot Mintz on the subject -- but my sense is that John had a much easier time letting his guard down with Elliot than with other journalists. There was genuine trust there. And, Elliot, thanks for all you've given us for so many years. I used to listen to "The Lost Lennon Tapes" in the mid-to late 1980s every Sunday morning. I was very pleased to discover, many years later, that your good works continued, representing the likes Bob, no less. My utmost respect and admiration ...
John was my favorite. He had a deep sensitivity for the world. His music was so simple yet very complex in it's outreach. He packed a lot in his 40 years on earth and it's heartening to see new generations discovering the soul of this man..
I agree. Elliot has class. He and John had an obvious rapport, which wasn't always the case with many reporters. John didnt suffer fools gladly. Fortunately, sometimes a journalist of Elliott Mintz' ability comes along, and got to interview him, as well. I truly miss John not being around, for all these years. He was such a great and wonderful personality and talent. Like David Bowie said of John, 'he's the last of the great originals '. How true!
I REMEMBER WAKING up one morning ...turned on radio....Dec 8th ...and hearing the words...." and now more about the death of John lennon..." Broke my heart,,,,,,
I can imagine many people that saw this footage in 1973, taking with so much enthusiasm when Lennon said the words: "It's quite posible yes". Great video.
Yeah, that psycho Chapman took so much from all of us... not to mention taking John's life...a Beatles reunion would have definitely happened probably in the late eighties or early nineties... who knows what they would have done...
just imagine. Ive always said that if he had lived I really think they would have gotten back together in 85 at live aid and then again after 9/11 at the concert for NY
Great insight. Latter for sure because of the bond with NYC. Live Aid is a tougher one. I guess it just depends where he's at with live performing at that point. If he hadn't toured again by '85, it's very difficult to go from zero to live stadium show.
My WIFE met John soon after this Interview. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 1973.....Outside of KYW-TV Studios.....John was also doing an interview. My Wife Stated he was a Really Nice Guy....Down to Earth. an Charming.........My Wife passed away in 2010. John Passed away in 1980. RIP.- Helen & John.....
My daughters and I watch Imagine every Dec 8. It has become a tradition that has been going on for over a decade. They are young ladies now and both Beatles fans. A snippet of this interview is in the movie. I'm very grateful John thought to document so much of his life. He was an inspiration to me, because of his humanity. He had flaws, we all do, and he worked to address them. His death stings to this day. RIP John, and thanks for the great interview Mr. Mintz.
Eric Jones true that or elvis or if they were still alive and we're on twitter or something. It was the norm back then but now as time passes we realize these people were very special
No kidding. John was talented guy. But he was a real person. At times tormented by fears insecurities etc. He was a bad dad to Julian. He was a wonderfully flawed human being. He was a peace advocate. But many were at the time. John went through drug addiction, too much booze etc. Most of us did at the time. I love his music. Frankly i think George was always the most spiritual Beatle. Gone to soon like way too many of us of that time. RIP John Lennon
I used to see him too mostly without Yoko . I saw him with Yoko at a Japanese restaurant a few times. I remember John walked with a kind of bounce in his step & always answered when someone spoke to him. New York City people are jaded & see celebrities often. Every morning you can see Barbara Walters walking in Central Park, Madonna runs there a few times a week, Ive seen Paul McCartney a few times in the Hamptons shopping in the small A&P. & at the Met. Museum which I live a few blocks from. Paul is not as friendly as John was I notice he does'nt acknowledge people all the time & Ringo isn't friendly I saw him at The Rainbow room I think Liza Minelli or Dionne Warwick was the act. I never saw George.. Linda was always a New Yorker at heart & not friendly at all. If anyone spends time in NYC you will see celebrities. Bloomingdales, Macys in Herald Square, Barneys are good places to see a celebrity. At a Billy Joel concert we sat next to Pink & her new husband Corey. She requested a song because it was their favorite & he refused to sing Just The Way You Are in honor of their wedding. Im a registered nurse in a major NYC hospital & have taken care of many celebrities during childbirth. NYC is the best city in the world. People literally die trying to get here. Im lucky enough to have been born here & lived here for my 60 years on this earth. Im not unique in seeing celebrities they're all over the city. I even saw Yoko when there was an exhibition at the rock & Roll Hall of Fame annex with John & Yoko belongings. The staff did not like her at all. I also remember the phone with a direct line to Yoko & she would call & speak to fans. I have never asked anyone for an autograph.
First time seeing this. So fascinating. He's so calm and normal. Loved it. When John was killed I could not play a Beatles song for 20 years. Would even turn the radio off if one played because it made me so meloncholy. Then, one day, I could and I started to listen again and it was wonderful and all the old feelings came back to me. And I love them just as much now as then.
Man, that look on Lennon's face when they're asking him questions right after they found out about Brian. Just shock and "what the hell's happening?" Chapman, you bastard, you've robbed so many. John a full life and us more great music.
@@TJamesBell Actually, that's the moment the Beatles themselves died imo. John would soon separate from McCartney and latch onto Yoko and start doing their own stuff, get on heroin, etc.-- the band still made music for another few years but the damage was done. Brian's death was the watershed moment.
Lennon supported Sid Rawle and his Digger Action Movement . He even let Sid and his squatters use his island in Ireland ( Dorinish Island ) . So ; even though Lennon was mega-rich , he still had a genuine care for the poor and working people in this world . Peace and good health to you ... Miles .
Wow! What a beautiful, honest, insghtful interview from John. I don't think I've ever seen him so relaxed and unguarded. Very nice to see. And so cool to hear him talk fondly of the others and how the wounds have healed.
What a great great interview! I just love how laid back John is here strolling by the sea, sharing stories as he would have if you met him as a friend or something. That's the feeling I got from this. Thank you for bringing our hero so close to us fans!
Delightful to see this: just a normal moment with John Lennon, neither saint nor sinner. Elliot Mintz has a great knack for allowing us to see John as he was: a human being. What a relief from the idealization/demonization of this particular celebrity.
This is because Elliot Mintz was the only journalist that John liked , trusted and felt at ease enough with , to just be himself. This is the real John . Thankyou Elliot for allowing us to see the real John
@@darenwilliams5858 He and Paul, promoting Apple, were interviewed for an ABC special right before the recording of the White Album (early May 1968). John is cracking jokes the whole time but doesn't seem like he wants to kill the interviewer. His name was Larry Kane, a staunch supporter of the band weeks before their arrival in America. When John isn't outright trolling, he's very complimentary of Kane. He was the other trustworthy reporter.
westfield90 I miss him terribly. I wish I had gone to NY to see him since I just live in Boston but I thought I had all the time in the world to see him. God who would ever have thought that he would be murdered. That was the worst day of my life
There isn't one thing no one can take away from you Mr. Mintz & that is the wonderful life you have lead , with the wonderful people you lead it with. My hat's off to you. Thank you for sharing some of it with the people who are fascinated with your life. Sorry we got off on the wrong foot. Thank you kindly , Kevin
That smile he gave after asking if he’d initiate their reunion was great, can tell he would probably might well have. And yeah it wouldn’t be as epic as the 60’s and 70’s Beatles but they still would have made amazing music in the studio together.
Mr.Mintz, thank you for the genuine love and respect you had/have for John. The world loves and misses him as an artist and humanitarian. You love and miss him as a friend. Most of us will never know that feeling. God Bless.
Elliot always had the most down-to-earth discussions with John. I remember this interview but at the time I was really too young to understand the depth of it. It seems John had certainly grown up and was looking back in a postive reflective way but yet at the same time pretty much stating that he's glad to be where he is and well beyond all that happened to him when he was younger.Thanks Elliot... great interview... and it's great to look back and see John as a more secure and settled person.
if you enjoyed this interview with john, you may wish to listen to a longer more in depth conversation we had on the radio. it's posted on my website: www.elliotmintz.com
the quickest mind ever, the way John could make a poignant interesting statement seemingly without even having to think about it. He was a working class hero.
Awww this made me cry, So interesting to hear John talk so positively about the crazy Beatle days. To give us some insights into his life as a BEatle. Also so sad when Brian died. I just adore you and I miss you John. Its just so sad that you are no longer with us. Tears,
What an awesome interview. No politics involved or bitterness about anything. Just John being cool answering questions without any kind of agenda. He seemed very comfortable with himself and happy at this point. Very cool.
Only Elliot Mintz could have had John Lennon on a beach somewhere and conducted this prime example of an excellent, candid interview. Absolutely superb. Thanks Elliot!!!
Forgot to add. He was such a peace loving gentle soul, which makes the manner of his untimely passing all the more tragic. Even now, I can clearly remember that freezing cold December morning after he had died. Sitting on a bus, going to work. Staring at my newspaper. It was the biggest shock since Elvis died 3 years earlier. John would have had a whole lot more to contribute. As such Double fantasy was defo a bitter sweet experience. RIP John
john obviously liked Elliot. the way Sean regards him in interviews says it all...this was amazing to see John this way...ive been a fan since the mid 70s when i heard Wings and solo John as a toddler...then when John was killed hearing hid songs on the radio etc ....I have been a fan for life...thank you for sharing this
I remember that this interview was a segment in the 11:pm Eyewitness News Broadcast. and I think that it was aired in segments. LA in the early 1970's. l was 16 years old at the time.
This is about as normal as I've seen Lennon in a interview. A re-union would certainly have been something to see. They made such great music/songs it's hard to bet against them not producing new gems. We all know McCartney (my personal favorite) went on to produce more excellent songs. So, there's proof "time" had NOT stopped that Beatles talent. They ALL went on for years being quite successful. So, a return to a Lennon/McCartney collaboration (Harrison/Ringo too!) would have given us more wonderful Fab Four music...siiiiigh, what might have been. 💔
Well, John (my personal favorite), was, apparently planning a world tour, for early 1981. Beyond that, I'd say the lads would've 'worked it out', by the mid to late 80s. Either way, the main thing is, we ought to have John Lennon around, still walking the earth. His was a tremendous loss to his family, friends and countless fans. He was one of a kind.
The one question I would have asked John and Paul is "Did you realize at the time you were writing and singing with the other world's greatest singer-songwriter?" I've always wondered if they knew how special they were for each other.
A couple of months ago I finally made the trip to NYC. Took my kids and stood at the entrance to the Dakota where that terrible incident happened, I wanted them to understand why John Lennon was so important to people and why his music and art touched so many lives. Afterwards, we went to the Imagine memorial in Central Park to sit quietly and be reflective of life in general. I'm glad I was able to finally visit these places after being a life long fan and thank you Elliot for sharing your interviews and experiences with John.
Just his plain honesty and humility are so endearing. One hell of a bloke u were John. Really wish you'd had stayed with us just a bit longer for our generation to get a touch of your sheer genius.
Elliot Mintz (whom I’ve just discovered) is quite possibly one of the greatest interviewers of all time. And I don’t say that lightly. He seems to have interviewed everyone in entertainment in their respective primes. And the thing that highlights him as tremendous is all his interviewees seem to genuine have an affinity for him. And that goes a long way in interviews and it shows in his work and in the responses to his queries.
thank you, michael for your very generous compliment. i would never ascribe such adjectives as 'greatest' to what i've done during my broadcast years. but will acknowledge that i always treated my interviewees with respect, listened carefully to their comments and attempted to provide a platform so they could express themselves freely. i think they recognized those characteristics in my line of inquiry, so they allowed themselves to be more revealing.
Fantastic. I remember seeing this on local news the night it was first broadcast, and this morning - while society is unraveling, it's more meaningful than ever.
Is so refreshing to hear John in peace after all of the turmoil post Beatle and it is sad that he was ripped of the chance to enjoy it more. He was even in the best terms with Julian and then, it all ended. 😪 Thank you for sharing this with the world, Elliot.
This is John being honest without Yoko around, at ease talking without bitterness and anger. When he says, 'I couldn't say, .that's pretty sincere. I wonder what the other 3 thought when they saw this.
Where was this hiding??? This is worth gold - John sounding friendly, and kind about his past - being really lovely. I hope that Paul knew about this, because my goodness, he took so much more s--t than he deserved.
My daughter's 7. Just finishing first grade. When she was 5 she learned about the Beatles and liked their music. She thought they wrote Michelle just for her. She'd look at pictures and ask about them. Listen on youtube, like her generation does. Eventually she found out two were no longer with us. She was particularly saddened about John Lennon violent death. Some how she also thought he invented the cell phone.
Absolutely , Jeanie , ... Lennon's message of peace is still relevant ... and with the American Empire currently engaged in eight wars worldwide . I have no doubt that Lennon would be speaking out right now against the genocide which is being executed by Saudi Arabia and the United States in Yemen . Peace and good health to you ... Miles .
This is a really relaxed interview. Mr. Mintz had a really great way of phrasing questions that I'm sure John Lennon had been asked a billion times before
You're basically the same, you just have a bit more experience. I love that phrase. I think of you and all the talent you have, and Have accumulated. Way cool.. Thanks thank you for all you have shared.Elliot Mintz
It's so sweet to know the angst and bitterness was forgotten, he really appreciated what happened in his life, and still obviously loved the others as much as he always had, they all just grew up...but he admits he would have done it again if the urge hit him or one of them called and it inspired him, this is the most loving words I've heard John say about the Beatles since they ended, and I"m glad he felt positive about them, he should have, he started it...and they really loved each other as brothers..
@@elliotmintzvideos It is referenced in the Ray Coleman biography "Lennon." Coleman references it as part of a letter John wrote to Stuart after Stuart left the Beatles to stay in Hamburg and marry Astrid Kirchherr. It is also referenced in the book, THE LOVE YOU MAKE;: An Insider's Story of The Beatles, written by Peter Brown and Steven Gaines( it is the last entry on the last page). It was in the letter John wrote to Stu. I don't think it was ever published. I assume the letter exists somewhere. It really isn't a poem; it is only 3 lines.
Elliot, I am so glad you were able to get this interview with John at this time. You really had a wonderful way of bringing out the best of John, void of sarcasm, and silly faces etc. He felt completely comfortable around you and the world gets to see this side of John, probably the only one of it's kind as interviews with him go. He didn't have to be "on". I've seen this interview many times and it always leaves me smiling.Thank you and well done Mr. Mintz, well done.
GREAT interview of Lennon... EM conducted INTELLIGENT conversation that put John at EASE.... What better place than along Pacific Coast Highway for this setting...Elliot you KNOW the FINE art of conducting an interview..... :} :}
Wow! One of the many talents of Sir Elliot. To have a meaningful and intelligent QandA with John Lennon and have you come away feeling that you’ve actually learned something about the man. Just a tidbit, but SOMETHING. 🎼🤓
Elliott, You are a thoughtful and generous man for getting your website going with lots of your interviews being made available. And it's more than just being something that's entertaining for the moment, because the quality of your work output will surely inspire others in positive ways. And your manner of presentation is very, very good. No doubt it parallels with your success at communicating with others in your work day. Thanks again.
thank you, richard. many people allowed me to ask them deeply personal questions about their life and times. i just knew at the time, such revelations needed to be respected and preserved. the website is a way of saying 'thank you' to them......and creating a space for an encore. for those of you who were not around for the first spin, join us for the second, the site contains more than 150 hours of material and it's free. WWW.ELLIOTMINTZ.COM
Sadly John Lennon died 7 years before I was born, but like everyone else, I grew up listening to The Beatles and his solo work. I've seen many interviews and documentaries that JN appeared in and it seems like John was quite relaxed and put at ease in this short clip. It look like he wasn't playing up for the cameras, he seemed calm and reflective but also a happy, secure and settled person finally at peace with everything that was going on in his life at that particular time of his life at 33 years old. The sad thing is that John was denied the opportunity to watch his sons grow up, continue to make great music, and get to 80 as he would be this year.
What a overwhelming vista of memories John Lennon would have had.But yet he remained humble and detached himself from the mythology.It takes great maturity and courage to do that.
john was more about reality than mythology.....especially the kind of mythologies that emerged about him. his vision of himself was closer to being 'a working class hero' as opposed to 'the man who founded the beatles'. in our conversations, he would sometimes chastise me for speaking about some of my 'heroes' who have passed .... or were still alive. audiences marvel at the ability of the magician who can pull the rabbit out of the hat. but, to some degree, john was the rabbit. that experience gives you a vastly different perspective. the only time i personally witnessed john in an almost 'fan like state' was when we went to see jerry lee lewis performance. jerry was part of the mythology of john's youth and the re-visit appeared to be very meaningful to him.
I sometimes think the Beatles are the only four people who never truly realised the power of that unit. They were fantastic as individuals, but there was just something magic about them together. As insiders, they couldn't see what we can see, which makes us the lucky ones.
This has to be one of the best John Lennon interviews I've ever seen in my life. It's extrodinairy.
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@@elliotmintzvideos I just did. I'm from Cleveland, Ohio home of the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame, so I'm very familiar with music history.
There’s something really nice about this interview - an air of tranquility as they walk together on the beach. John seemed like he was finally at peace in regards to the whole breakup and could now look back fondly without regret. I can almost feel the nostalgia of those highs and the sadness of those lows. Such a shame he’s gone. He was truly one of a kind.
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The look of shock on John's face talking about Brians death is truly haunting. In turn, that's how we felt about hearing about John being taken out. How sad.
Being completely honest, this is the least sarcastic I've ever seen John in an interview. It's sweet to see his true way of carrying a conversation
hi isabel. most of the time, john was not at all sarcastic during our private conversations.
Elliot Mintz I believe Mr. Lennon was much
Iike any celebrity with integrity...the sarcastic side lashes out when reporters (of which there were a plethora of back then) ask inane, stupid and irrelevant questions!
John had natural Liverpool wit, the people of the city have it naturally. Look at the way they wound the media around their little fingers at New York airport when they arrived. The 4 of them had it. Sometimes this is misinterpreted. Liverpool humour at the time was quite mocking. In Liverpool if you applied that to others you got it back, so all was equal. But when you did it to others not accustomed to the humour it was taken as an insult. John never knew when to stop it, Paul did.
He seems at ease with himself and very down to earth. How terrible to lose him that way.
Obviously, I'd defer to Elliot Mintz on the subject -- but my sense is that John had a much easier time letting his guard down with Elliot than with other journalists. There was genuine trust there.
And, Elliot, thanks for all you've given us for so many years. I used to listen to "The Lost Lennon Tapes" in the mid-to late 1980s every Sunday morning. I was very pleased to discover, many years later, that your good works continued, representing the likes Bob, no less. My utmost respect and admiration ...
John was my favorite. He had a deep sensitivity for the world. His music was so simple yet very complex in it's outreach. He packed a lot in his 40 years on earth and it's heartening to see new generations discovering the soul of this man..
"No, I don't miss it, I've done it, that's enough" - what a clever reply !
The scream years.
One of the only Lennon interviews that I've seen where he actually seems to be enjoying talking about the Beatles--thanks for sharing Elliot.
I agree. Elliot has class. He and John had an obvious rapport, which wasn't always the case with many reporters. John didnt suffer fools gladly. Fortunately, sometimes a journalist of Elliott Mintz' ability comes along, and got to interview him, as well.
I truly miss John not being around, for all these years. He was such a great and wonderful personality and talent. Like David Bowie said of John, 'he's the last of the great originals '. How true!
@@waynej2608 i agree with david. john was a truly original man,
The Beatles split at exactly the right time. Everything they did was pure class.
The world is a better place because of this man and his music. Thanks mate.
IT'S A SHAME how we lost John, this world needed him so badly it hurts.
I REMEMBER WAKING up one morning ...turned on radio....Dec 8th ...and hearing the words...." and now more about the death of John lennon..." Broke my heart,,,,,,
He's just a memory now, which is sad because he should be a reality
He had a massive impact on the world and is remembered greatly, there is no need for sadness
His impact is still a reality and so in that way he still is
We're all going to be just a memory Jim. Time will move on and we'll all be forgotten.
Wouldn't he be in his 80s?
@@davidsharounoff8521Perhaps, 'there is no need for sadness, but it still makes me sad, just the same.
I can imagine many people that saw this footage in 1973, taking with so much enthusiasm when Lennon said the words: "It's quite posible yes". Great video.
Yeah, that psycho Chapman took so much from all of us... not to mention taking John's life...a Beatles reunion would have definitely happened probably in the late eighties or early nineties... who knows what they would have done...
he was a beautiful human being... it's making me sad even watching this...
he give hope to the world..
lol
just imagine. Ive always said that if he had lived I really think they would have gotten back together in 85 at live aid and then again after 9/11 at the concert for NY
Great insight. Latter for sure because of the bond with NYC. Live Aid is a tougher one. I guess it just depends where he's at with live performing at that point. If he hadn't toured again by '85, it's very difficult to go from zero to live stadium show.
I love Lennon's honesty.
Yes! Same here. Why did he have to die!
Me too.
He really was the most incredible, endlessly surprising and inspiring artist and human being. His loss to the world is immeasurable.
My WIFE met John soon after this Interview. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 1973.....Outside of KYW-TV Studios.....John was also doing an interview. My Wife Stated he was a Really Nice Guy....Down to Earth. an Charming.........My Wife passed away in 2010. John Passed away in 1980. RIP.- Helen & John.....
My daughters and I watch Imagine every Dec 8. It has become a tradition that has been going on for over a decade. They are young ladies now and both Beatles fans. A snippet of this interview is in the movie. I'm very grateful John thought to document so much of his life. He was an inspiration to me, because of his humanity. He had flaws, we all do, and he worked to address them. His death stings to this day. RIP John, and thanks for the great interview Mr. Mintz.
Imagine walking on the beach and you see John Lennon
It's easy if you try ;)
Had i known it was so easy to see John i would have gone to NYC to see him
Eric Jones true that or elvis or if they were still alive and we're on twitter or something. It was the norm back then but now as time passes we realize these people were very special
No kidding. John was talented guy. But he was a real person. At times tormented by fears insecurities etc. He was a bad dad to Julian. He was a wonderfully flawed human being. He was a peace advocate. But many were at the time. John went through drug addiction, too much booze etc. Most of us did at the time. I love his music. Frankly i think George was always the most spiritual Beatle. Gone to soon like way too many of us of that time. RIP John Lennon
I used to see him too mostly without Yoko . I saw him with Yoko at a Japanese restaurant a few times. I remember John walked with a kind of bounce in his step & always answered when someone spoke to him. New York City people are jaded & see celebrities often. Every morning you can see Barbara Walters walking in Central Park, Madonna runs there a few times a week, Ive seen Paul McCartney a few times in the Hamptons shopping in the small A&P. & at the Met. Museum which I live a few blocks from. Paul is not as friendly as John was I notice he does'nt acknowledge people all the time & Ringo isn't friendly I saw him at The Rainbow room I think Liza Minelli or Dionne Warwick was the act. I never saw George.. Linda was always a New Yorker at heart & not friendly at all. If anyone spends time in NYC you will see celebrities. Bloomingdales, Macys in Herald Square, Barneys are good places to see a celebrity. At a Billy Joel concert we sat next to Pink & her new husband Corey. She requested a song because it was their favorite & he refused to sing Just The Way You Are in honor of their wedding. Im a registered nurse in a major NYC hospital & have taken care of many celebrities during childbirth. NYC is the best city in the world. People literally die trying to get here. Im lucky enough to have been born here & lived here for my 60 years on this earth. Im not unique in seeing celebrities they're all over the city. I even saw Yoko when there was an exhibition at the rock & Roll Hall of Fame annex with John & Yoko belongings. The staff did not like her at all. I also remember the phone with a direct line to Yoko & she would call & speak to fans. I have never asked anyone for an autograph.
This is one of my favourite John interviews. Very peaceful.
Great questions. Great answers.
First time seeing this. So fascinating. He's so calm and normal. Loved it. When John was killed I could not play a Beatles song for 20 years. Would even turn the radio off if one played because it made me so meloncholy. Then, one day, I could and I started to listen again and it was wonderful and all the old feelings came back to me. And I love them just as much now as then.
~ I hear you ... The Beatles made us happy . 💕 Peace to you . ..
Great story!
Man, that look on Lennon's face when they're asking him questions right after they found out about Brian. Just shock and "what the hell's happening?" Chapman, you bastard, you've robbed so many. John a full life and us more great music.
He looked like a deer in headlights. Agreed.
@@TJamesBell Actually, that's the moment the Beatles themselves died imo. John would soon separate from McCartney and latch onto Yoko and start doing their own stuff, get on heroin, etc.-- the band still made music for another few years but the damage was done. Brian's death was the watershed moment.
I watched when Mr Lennon asked the homeless young man asked him are you hungry come in , he sat at their dinning Table to eat RIP
Lennon supported Sid Rawle and his Digger Action Movement .
He even let Sid and his squatters use his island in Ireland ( Dorinish Island ) .
So ; even though Lennon was mega-rich , he still had a genuine care
for the poor and working people in this world .
Peace and good health to you ... Miles .
Wow! What a beautiful, honest, insghtful interview from John. I don't think I've ever seen him so relaxed and unguarded. Very nice to see. And so cool to hear him talk fondly of the others and how the wounds have healed.
What a great great interview! I just love how laid back John is here strolling by the sea, sharing stories as he would have if you met him as a friend or something. That's the feeling I got from this. Thank you for bringing our hero so close to us fans!
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Delightful to see this: just a normal moment with John Lennon, neither saint nor sinner. Elliot Mintz has a great knack for allowing us to see John as he was: a human being. What a relief from the idealization/demonization of this particular celebrity.
Great to hear John talking fondly of his time as a Beatle, instead of looking back in anger so to speak.....
This is because Elliot Mintz was the only journalist that John liked , trusted and felt at ease enough with , to just be himself. This is the real John . Thankyou Elliot for allowing us to see the real John
@@darenwilliams5858 Absolutely
@@darenwilliams5858 He and Paul, promoting Apple, were interviewed for an ABC special right before the recording of the White Album (early May 1968). John is cracking jokes the whole time but doesn't seem like he wants to kill the interviewer. His name was Larry Kane, a staunch supporter of the band weeks before their arrival in America. When John isn't outright trolling, he's very complimentary of Kane. He was the other trustworthy reporter.
Who's watching this exceptional John Lennon interview with me in 2020?! ❣️
me
My huge smile of the morning! I had no idea anything like this existed and what a cherished gift it is!
That “mind games “ at the end actually took me back in time Great video
Still miss him badly
westfield90 I miss him terribly. I wish I had gone to NY to see him since I just live in Boston but I thought I had all the time in the world to see him. God who would ever have thought that he would be murdered. That was the worst day of my life
@@thisboy123464 mine too!
Yes....
westfield90 me too.
There isn't one thing no one can take away from you Mr. Mintz & that is the wonderful life you have lead , with the wonderful people you lead it with.
My hat's off to you.
Thank you for sharing some of it with the people who are fascinated with your life. Sorry we got off on the wrong foot. Thank you kindly , Kevin
One of the best interviews ever ! John Lennon open up to Elliot and after all there great friends ❤️
That smile he gave after asking if he’d initiate their reunion was great, can tell he would probably might well have. And yeah it wouldn’t be as epic as the 60’s and 70’s Beatles but they still would have made amazing music in the studio together.
It would have been amazing for them to get back together even for a limited time or number of shows...
Mr.Mintz, thank you for the genuine love and respect you had/have for John. The world loves and misses him as an artist and humanitarian. You love and miss him as a friend. Most of us will never know that feeling. God Bless.
Elliot always had the most down-to-earth discussions with John. I remember this interview but at the time I was really too young to understand the depth of it. It seems John had certainly grown up and was looking back in a postive reflective way but yet at the same time pretty much stating that he's glad to be where he is and well beyond all that happened to him when he was younger.Thanks Elliot... great interview... and it's great to look back and see John as a more secure and settled person.
if you enjoyed this interview with john, you may wish to listen to a longer more in depth conversation we had on the radio. it's posted on my website: www.elliotmintz.com
Thank you, I will check that out. Good to hear from you and I hope you are doing well. Thanks for all those great interviews!
Elliot Mintz
jlr022159 Yes, and if you remember, it was just after this particular interview took place that John Lennon's "Lost Weekend" occurred.
the quickest mind ever, the way John could make a poignant interesting statement seemingly without even having to think about it. He was a working class hero.
He was actually a middle class hero. But that’s okay cause You can radiate anything you want.
Awww this made me cry, So interesting to hear John talk so positively about the crazy Beatle days. To give us some insights into his life as a BEatle. Also so sad when Brian died. I just adore you and I miss you John. Its just so sad that you are no longer with us. Tears,
Great interview, and wonderful to see him relaxed, no longer on the merry go round...
What an awesome interview. No politics involved or bitterness about anything. Just John being cool answering questions without any kind of agenda. He seemed very comfortable with himself and happy at this point. Very cool.
Only Elliot Mintz could have had John Lennon on a beach somewhere and conducted this prime example of an excellent, candid interview. Absolutely superb. Thanks Elliot!!!
John is so on it..he knows plain and simple..see through the fog
Forgot to add. He was such a peace loving gentle soul, which makes the manner of his untimely passing all the more tragic.
Even now, I can clearly remember that freezing cold December morning after he had died. Sitting on a bus, going to work. Staring at my newspaper. It was the biggest shock since Elvis died 3 years earlier.
John would have had a whole lot more to contribute. As such Double fantasy was defo a bitter sweet experience.
RIP John
john obviously liked Elliot. the way Sean regards him in interviews says it all...this was amazing to see John this way...ive been a fan since the mid 70s when i heard Wings and solo John as a toddler...then when John was killed hearing hid songs on the radio etc ....I have been a fan for life...thank you for sharing this
Sensitive and sensible. A very good combination in a human.
I remember that this interview was a segment in the 11:pm Eyewitness News Broadcast. and I think that it was aired in segments. LA in the early 1970's. l was 16 years old at the time.
Fantastic. Walking off into the sunset with Mind Games playing...man, that's incredible.
Glad you enjoy it!
Wow that was an amazing conversation with John, and it feels like this just happen yesterday.
wow, John Lennon is so relaxed and positive here. He seems at peace.
Elliot seems to be a lovely man, I see why John was his friend.
I teared up when he said that he wouldn't rule out a Beatle reunion. "The memories are good and the wounds have healed." But it never happened.
Hellò Mr. Elliot Mintz Thanks for your video, you're so lucky to have know the dear John Lennon Say hellò to the dear Yoko and Sean God Bless You!
I tear up at the end of the interview, all of the what ifs.
This is about as normal as I've seen Lennon in a interview.
A re-union would certainly have been something to see. They made such great music/songs it's hard to bet against them not producing new gems. We all know McCartney (my personal favorite) went on to produce more excellent songs. So, there's proof "time" had NOT stopped that Beatles talent. They ALL went on for years being quite successful. So, a return to a Lennon/McCartney collaboration (Harrison/Ringo too!) would have given us more wonderful Fab Four music...siiiiigh, what might have been. 💔
Well, John (my personal favorite), was, apparently planning a world tour, for early 1981. Beyond that, I'd say the lads would've 'worked it out', by the mid to late 80s. Either way, the main thing is, we ought to have John Lennon around, still walking the earth. His was a tremendous loss to his family, friends and countless fans. He was one of a kind.
The one question I would have asked John and Paul is "Did you realize at the time you were writing and singing with the other world's greatest singer-songwriter?" I've always wondered if they knew how special they were for each other.
i think they were more involved in composing the songs than reflecting upon the scope of their fame.
@@elliotmintzvideos thank you elliot for continuing the memories of these special artists. ❤️
This is as happy and positive as I’ve seen him look in an interview.
hi greg. it was beautiful day at the beach.....and we were just walking and talking.
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The microphone cord must have been miles long. 😨
A couple of months ago I finally made the trip to NYC. Took my kids and stood at the entrance to the Dakota where that terrible incident happened, I wanted them to understand why John Lennon was so important to people and why his music and art touched so many lives. Afterwards, we went to the Imagine memorial in Central Park to sit quietly and be reflective of life in general. I'm glad I was able to finally visit these places after being a life long fan and thank you Elliot for sharing your interviews and experiences with John.
you are welcome.
Just his plain honesty and humility are so endearing. One hell of a bloke u were John. Really wish you'd had stayed with us just a bit longer for our generation to get a touch of your sheer genius.
i caught this on tv as a kid ... made me sad and happy at the same time
Tearful after watching that. I miss John so much.
That was really nice to watch. I’d never seen it before, thanks for sharing.
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This was a great interview, with good questions.
Never saw or heard about this interview. Thank you!
Elliot Mintz (whom I’ve just discovered) is quite possibly one of the greatest interviewers of all time. And I don’t say that lightly. He seems to have interviewed everyone in entertainment in their respective primes. And the thing that highlights him as tremendous is all his interviewees seem to genuine have an affinity for him. And that goes a long way in interviews and it shows in his work and in the responses to his queries.
thank you, michael for your very generous compliment. i would never ascribe such adjectives as 'greatest' to what i've done during my broadcast years. but will acknowledge that i always treated my interviewees with respect, listened carefully to their comments and attempted to provide a platform so they could express themselves freely.
i think they recognized those characteristics in my line of inquiry, so they allowed themselves to be more revealing.
@@elliotmintzvideos yes, that's the key to a good interview, ask an important question and wait for a reply. Patience, and you are very good at it.
Fantastic. I remember seeing this on local news the night it was first broadcast, and this morning - while society is unraveling, it's more meaningful than ever.
Best interview I've ever seen/heard! So down to Earth!!! Thank You !
Is so refreshing to hear John in peace after all of the turmoil post Beatle and it is sad that he was ripped of the chance to enjoy it more. He was even in the best terms with Julian and then, it all ended. 😪
Thank you for sharing this with the world, Elliot.
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@@elliotmintzvideos I am now. I have also been following you on IG for a while.
This is John being honest without Yoko around, at ease talking without bitterness and anger. When he says, 'I couldn't say, .that's pretty sincere. I wonder what the other 3 thought when they saw this.
the ending was so romantic "i like it, and YOU."
This is beautiful, touched my heart. Miss him.
"I'm pretty much the same, just older" That's how we all feel, so true 😊
Never saw this interview before- thanks for posting!
Where was this hiding??? This is worth gold - John sounding friendly, and kind about his past - being really lovely.
I hope that Paul knew about this, because my goodness, he took so much more s--t than he deserved.
Have been at this very spot many times an i was thinking about John. Fab video an memory
Amazing Interview
Just the thought of how this amazing man was taking from earth makes me insanely sad
Thank you for making this interview.
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My daughter's 7. Just finishing first grade. When she was 5 she learned about the Beatles and liked their music. She thought they wrote Michelle just for her. She'd look at pictures and ask about them. Listen on youtube, like her generation does. Eventually she found out two were no longer with us. She was particularly saddened about John Lennon violent death. Some how she also thought he invented the cell phone.
that's funny invent the cell phone odd
That's funny. ;)
Mike Mcdonnell Maybe she found out about John's apple company and thought it was the same as Steve Jobs'?
Cute.:)
I miss being a kid. I remember thinking the rings of Saturn were made out of coffee for some reason.
First time I've seen this interview thanks for posting 🇬🇧✌️
This is the best and most honest interview I've seen with John- Imagine The Beatles back together-It's easy if you try.
I still love him.
His message of ☮️ and ❤️ is still relevent.
We miss you John!
Absolutely , Jeanie , ... Lennon's message of peace is still relevant ...
and with the American Empire currently engaged in eight wars worldwide .
I have no doubt that Lennon would be speaking out right now against the genocide
which is being executed by Saudi Arabia and the United States in Yemen .
Peace and good health to you ... Miles .
I hope Elliot Mintz realizes what a lucky man he was to be at the right place at the right time. Great interview, Elliot.
This is a really relaxed interview. Mr. Mintz had a really great way of phrasing questions that I'm sure John Lennon had been asked a billion times before
Elliot Mintz, thank you for posting this...and great interview.
This is a gold dust archive film, and a great upload. Thanks for sharing
This is wonderful! Thank you Elliot Mintz!
You're basically the same, you just have a bit more experience. I love that phrase. I think of you and all the talent you have, and Have accumulated. Way cool.. Thanks thank you for all you have shared.Elliot Mintz
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It's so sweet to know the angst and bitterness was forgotten, he really appreciated what happened in his life, and still obviously loved the others as much as he always had, they all just grew up...but he admits he would have done it again if the urge hit him or one of them called and it inspired him, this is the most loving words I've heard John say about the Beatles since they ended, and I"m glad he felt positive about them, he should have, he started it...and they really loved each other as brothers..
2 very articulate and lucid individuals, forget the celebrity aspect of it. Thank you Elliot for bringing out the best in John.
"I can't remember anything without a sadness/ So deep that it hardly becomes known to me" -from a poem John wrote in a letter to Stu Sutcliffe in 1961
hi keith. i don't remember that quote. please tell us where that poem was published.
@@elliotmintzvideos It is referenced in the Ray Coleman biography "Lennon." Coleman references it as part of a letter John wrote to Stuart after Stuart left the Beatles to stay in Hamburg and marry Astrid Kirchherr. It is also referenced in the book, THE LOVE YOU MAKE;: An Insider's Story of The Beatles, written by Peter Brown and Steven Gaines( it is the last entry on the last page). It was in the letter John wrote to Stu. I don't think it was ever published. I assume the letter exists somewhere. It really isn't a poem; it is only 3 lines.
good 'sources'. thanks, keith.
That was a really good interview.
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Elliot, I am so glad you were able to get this interview with John at this time. You really had a wonderful way of bringing out the best of John, void of sarcasm, and silly faces etc. He felt completely comfortable around you and the world gets to see this side of John, probably the only one of it's kind as interviews with him go. He didn't have to be "on". I've seen this interview many times and it always leaves me smiling.Thank you and well done Mr. Mintz, well done.
thank you. you may enjoy listening to some of our radio conversations as well on the website.
I'm glad to see all these new videos that I never seen before. love him for all eternity 💜
many folks never experienced the interviews i posted from long ago. that's why i decided to give them a 'second spin'.
GREAT interview of Lennon... EM conducted INTELLIGENT conversation that put John at EASE.... What better place than along Pacific Coast Highway for this setting...Elliot you KNOW the FINE art of conducting an interview..... :} :}
thank you, charles.
a beautiful gem you've never seen pops up once in a great white . this is one for me. thank you
What a great privilege elliot, you met a legend! The dream of many fans like me that will never happen sadly, great interview!
hi francisco. i did not view it that way at the time. it felt more like taking a walk on the beach with a friend.
Wow! One of the many talents of Sir Elliot. To have a meaningful and intelligent QandA with John Lennon and have you come away feeling that you’ve actually learned something about the man. Just a tidbit, but SOMETHING. 🎼🤓
Elliott,
You are a thoughtful and generous man for getting your website going with lots of your interviews being made available. And it's more than just being something that's entertaining for the moment, because the quality of your work output will surely inspire others in positive ways.
And your manner of presentation is very, very good. No doubt it parallels with your success at communicating with others in your work day.
Thanks again.
thank you, richard. many people allowed me to ask them deeply personal questions about their life and times. i just knew at the time, such revelations needed to be respected and preserved. the website is a way of saying 'thank you' to them......and creating a space for an encore. for those of you who were not around for the first spin, join us for the second, the site contains more than 150 hours of material and it's free. WWW.ELLIOTMINTZ.COM
thank you.
Sadly John Lennon died 7 years before I was born, but like everyone else, I grew up listening to The Beatles and his solo work. I've seen many interviews and documentaries that JN appeared in and it seems like John was quite relaxed and put at ease in this short clip. It look like he wasn't playing up for the cameras, he seemed calm and reflective but also a happy, secure and settled person finally at peace with everything that was going on in his life at that particular time of his life at 33 years old. The sad thing is that John was denied the opportunity to watch his sons grow up, continue to make great music, and get to 80 as he would be this year.
What a overwhelming vista of memories John Lennon would have had.But yet he remained humble and detached himself from the mythology.It takes great maturity and courage to do that.
john was more about reality than mythology.....especially the kind of mythologies that emerged about him. his vision of himself was closer to being 'a working class hero' as opposed to 'the man who founded the beatles'. in our conversations, he would sometimes chastise me for speaking about some of my 'heroes' who have passed .... or were still alive. audiences marvel at the ability of the magician who can pull the rabbit out of the hat. but, to some degree, john was the rabbit. that experience gives you a vastly different perspective. the only time i personally witnessed john in an almost 'fan like state' was when we went to see jerry lee lewis performance. jerry was part of the mythology of john's youth and the re-visit appeared to be very meaningful to him.