Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin
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In-depth interviews that may blow your mind.With Rick Rubin
Episodes
- Clown of Slipknot
Michael Shawn Crahan, known as Clown, is the co-founder and percussionist of Slipknot. He has been involved in the band's music since 1995 and has also directed films and overseen creative concepts for Slipknot.
- Chris Best
Chris Best, CEO of Substack, details the platform he co-founded for paid newsletters and direct-to-audience media businesses. He explains how Substack has grown to attract authors, commentators, and podcasters.
- Brian Hoyer
Brian Hoyer, an environmental health consultant and founder of Shielded Healing, discusses electromagnetic field (EMF) testing, shielding, and mitigation. He focuses on identifying exposures and their potential effects on sleep, stress res…
- GT Dave
GT Dave, founder of GT's Living Foods, is featured on Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin. The episode covers GT Dave's role in commercializing kombucha in the US and the expansion of his company, GT's Living Foods, known for products like Syne…
- Jeff Harmon
Jeff Harmon, co-founder and Chief Content Officer of Angel Studios, shares insights into his 17-year career in connecting creators with audiences. He details Angel Studios' innovative, audience-driven entertainment approach, which includes…
- Jonah Hill
Jonah Hill, known for roles in "Superbad," "Moneyball," and "The Wolf of Wall Street," discusses his career. He has transitioned into filmmaking, directing "Mid90s" and producing through Strong Baby Productions, including the documentary "…
- Anne Lamott & Neal Allen
Anne Lamott, a bestselling novelist, and Neal Allen, a spiritual coach and author, are featured on this episode. They discuss their work together, including their upcoming book "Good Writing: 36 Ways to Improve Your Sentences", which combi…
- Adam Neumann
Adam Neumann, co-founder of WeWork, discusses the growth of the shared office-space company and the expansion of its global network. He also shares details about his new venture, Flow, a residential real estate company focused on community…
- Kelly Wearstler
Kelly Wearstler, founder of the Los Angeles-based design firm Kelly Wearstler, discusses her work as a designer and creative director. She shares insights into her residential, hotel, retail, and commercial projects globally.
- Eric Roth
Eric Roth, an Academy Award-winning screenwriter known for Forrest Gump and other films, discusses his work. He has received multiple Academy Award nominations and continues to work in film as a writer and executive producer. His latest pr…
- Greg Brockman (Part 2)
Greg Brockman, cofounder and president of OpenAI, continues his conversation with Rick Rubin. This is Part 2 of his appearance on Tetragrammaton.
- Greg Brockman (Part 1)
Greg Brockman, cofounder and president of OpenAI, is featured in this episode. OpenAI is the company known for developing ChatGPT.
- Chris Pavlovski
Rumble founder and CEO Chris Pavlovski discusses his career establishing the video platform and cloud services provider. He also covers the company's growth strategies and its role as an alternative infrastructure for content creators and…
- David Whyte - ON LOVE
In this Valentine's Day special, Irish poet and philosopher David Whyte discusses love, its transformative power, vulnerability, longing, and the willingness to step into the unknown to live and love fully. He shares intimate stories and p…
- BIll Gurley
Bill Gurley, a venture capitalist at Benchmark, shares insights from his career and his blog "Above the Crowd." He has invested in companies such as Uber, Zillow, and Grubhub. His upcoming book is titled "Runnin’ Down a Dream: How to Thriv…
- George Saunders
Author George Saunders joins Rick Rubin to discuss his literary career, his teaching at Syracuse University, and his latest novel, Vigil. The conversation covers his process and his approach to themes of morality and human experience.
- Dr. Mary Talley Bowden
Dr. Mary Talley Bowden, an ear, nose, and throat physician and founder of BreatheMD, discusses her career and her perspectives on COVID-19 medical mandates and treatments. She also previews her upcoming memoir, Dangerous Misinformation, wh…
- Barry Diller
Media executive and entrepreneur Barry Diller discusses his career spanning roles at ABC, Paramount, and the Fox Broadcasting Company, as well as his leadership at IAC and Expedia Group. He also touches on his memoir, Who Knew, in this con…
- Joseph Nguyen
Author Joseph Nguyen discusses his work, including his book Don't Believe Everything You Think, and his approach to using psychology and philosophy for greater mental clarity. This episode of Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin explores his per…
- Mike White
Writer, director, producer, and actor Mike White discusses his three-decade career in film and television, ranging from his early work on Dawson's Creek and Freaks and Geeks to his creation of The White Lotus. He joins Rick Rubin to explor…
- Daron Malakian - ON METAL (Part 2)
In this second part of the conversation, Daron Malakian of System of a Down discusses his lifelong relationship with heavy metal. He reflects on how various styles and sounds have shaped his development as a songwriter, guitarist, and prod…
- Daron Malakian - ON METAL (Part 1)
Daron Malakian, founding member of System of a Down, joins Rick Rubin to discuss his relationship with heavy metal. They explore how various sounds and styles influenced his identity as an artist and his approach to songwriting.
- Brian Armstrong
Rick Rubin speaks with Coinbase co-founder and CEO Brian Armstrong about his background, the development of the cryptocurrency exchange, and his various initiatives.
- Mike Cessario
Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin hosts Mike Cessario, the founder and CEO of Liquid Death. They discuss his background in advertising and the growth of the beverage brand.
- Dan Brown
Bestselling author Dan Brown discusses his Robert Langdon thriller series, his research-driven writing process, and his latest book, The Secret of Secrets, on Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin.
- Nick Broomfield
Award-winning documentary filmmaker Nick Broomfield discusses his five-decade career in film, covering subjects from criminal cases and musicians to his transition into scripted "Direct Cinema" dramas.
- Jimmy Iovine
Legendary music producer Jimmy Iovine discusses his career trajectory from working with John Lennon and Bruce Springsteen to co-founding Beats with Dr. Dre. He also explores the interdisciplinary approach behind the USC Iovine and Young Ac…
- Rupi Kaur
Poet, performer, and artist Rupi Kaur discusses her career, from self-publishing her bestselling debut Milk and Honey at 21 to her international tours and multimedia projects, on this episode of Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin.
- Gavin De Becker, Security Expert
Security specialist Gavin de Becker joins Rick Rubin on Tetragrammaton to discuss his career in predicting and preventing violence. De Becker discusses his work with high-profile clients, governmental agencies, and his best-selling book, T…
- Mike Gordon
Phish bassist and founding member Mike Gordon discusses his musical career, songwriting for the band, and his work in filmmaking and solo music production. He joins host Rick Rubin on this episode of Tetragrammaton.
- Woody Allen
Filmmaker, writer, and comedian Woody Allen discusses his six-decade career in cinema and his work on films such as Annie Hall and Manhattan. This episode of Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin explores his background in stand-up and his themes…
- Mollie Engelhart
Chef and regenerative farmer Mollie Engelhart discusses her career in the culinary and agricultural sectors, including her work with Sage Regenerative Kitchen and Sovereignty Ranch. She also talks about her book, Debunked by Nature.
- Tyler Cowen: On Choral Music - Deep Cuts and Listening
Economist and author Tyler Cowen joins the show for part two of his conversation to discuss choral music and listening. Cowen covers his work at George Mason University and the Mercatus Center, as well as his writings on economics.
- Tyler Cowen
Economist Tyler Cowen discusses his career and work in this episode of Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin. Cowen explores his economic theories, his blog Marginal Revolution, and his books on economic stagnation and the future of work.
- M.I.A.
Music artist and producer M.I.A. joins Rick Rubin to discuss her career, artistic influences, and work across music, film, and visual arts. They explore themes of identity, globalization, and politics reflected throughout her discography.
- David Whyte (Part 2)
Poet and philosopher David Whyte joins Rick Rubin for the second part of their conversation. They discuss his latest collection, Consolations II, and his ongoing work in poetry, prose, and public speaking.
- David Whyte (Part 1)
Poet and philosopher David Whyte joins Rick Rubin to discuss his life and career. They explore his body of work, encompassing poetry and prose on themes such as human identity, love, and courage.
- Tony Hawk
Professional skateboarder Tony Hawk discusses his influential career, including his pioneering tricks, competitive achievements, and his role in bringing skateboarding into the mainstream.
- Andrew Huberman, Ph.D. (Part 2)
Neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman returns to Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin for the second part of their conversation, discussing topics related to his research on neuroscience and human performance.
- Andrew Huberman, Ph.D. (Part 1)
Rick Rubin sits down with Dr. Andrew Huberman, a neuroscientist at Stanford School of Medicine, to discuss his work in neurobiology, neural plasticity, and health optimization. They examine the role of vision and respiration in human perfo…
- Mark Ronson
Record producer and songwriter Mark Ronson discusses his career in music, his work with numerous artists, and his upcoming memoir, Night People, on this episode of Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin.
- Rick Rubin interviewed by Ian Rogers (Bonus episode)
Ian Rogers interviews Rick Rubin in this bonus episode to discuss 'The Way of Code: The Timeless Art of Vibecoding'. Rick Rubin was recently recognized by TIME Magazine as one of the 100 Most Influential People in AI.
- Ian Rogers
Technology and business executive Ian Rogers joins Rick Rubin to discuss his diverse career, ranging from early music tech and his work with the Beastie Boys to leadership roles at Yahoo!, Beats Music, LVMH, and Ledger.
- Randall Wallace
Screenwriter and director Randall Wallace discusses his career, including his work on films such as Braveheart, The Man in the Iron Mask, and We Were Soldiers. He also talks about his book, Living the Braveheart Life.
- Bernard MacMahon
Filmmaker Bernard MacMahon discusses his career, including his work on the American Epic series and his documentary Becoming Led Zeppelin. He reflects on his approach to filmmaking, which combines historical research with innovative audiov…
- Ed Ruscha
Artist Ed Ruscha discusses his six-decade career in painting, photography, and film, including his exploration of image and text. He also touches upon his diverse artistic materials and his exhibition history on this episode of Tetragramma…
- Dr. Joe Dispenza
Dr. Joe Dispenza discusses his research in neuroscience, epigenetics, and quantum physics on how meditation and belief systems can impact personal transformation and well-being. He joins Rick Rubin to share his approach to understanding th…
- Bob Pittman
Bob Pittman, the current CEO of iHeartMedia and co-founder of MTV, joins the podcast to discuss his extensive career in media. He shares insights from his executive roles at companies including AOL Networks, Six Flags, and Time Warner.
- Ian Astbury
Ian Astbury, frontman and founding member of The Cult, joins Rick Rubin to discuss his music career. The conversation covers his early work with Southern Death Cult, the formation of The Cult, and his band's ongoing touring activity throug…
- Alex Spiro
Trial lawyer Alex Spiro joins Rick Rubin to discuss his career, including his work as a partner at Quinn Emanuel and his experience representing high-profile clients.