Rob Morgan Is A Curious Person

Voicemail: Politics & Religion Nov 14, 2024

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Voicemail: Specialist vs Generalist Nov 14, 2024

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Exorbitant Convalescing Nov 12, 2024

On, what happens when dark days turn into a dark month, and why you haven’t heard from me in a while.

📍 Nüremberg, Germany

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What are you trading? (An Artist's Paradigm Shift) Sep 24, 2024

We're all familiar with a job being called a "Trade" right? Well, I heard it said differently this morning that made me think of that term all day.

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⌖ The Sacred Dogma of "GOOD ENOUGH" Sep 21, 2024

In my journey, perfectionism has always paralyzed me. It was when I embraced my "Dogma of Good Enough" that led to more movement and opportunities in my creative journey than I could have ever imagined.

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ON COMPLIMENTS & CONCERTS Sep 18, 2024

The funny thing is... the older I got, the better I got at taking a compliment, but the worse I got at going to concerts. Here's how they're connected.

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⌖ "Non è La Mia Arte" Sep 17, 2024

In 1505, when Michelangelo said yes to a gig from Pope Julius II that fell outside Michelangelo’s focused skillset, he famously said, “Non è La Mia Arte” - “Not My Art!”

I’m about the same age he was at that time, just 5 centuries later, and I find his story strangely relevant to modern-day gig-culture.

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※ On Finding Your Style [Daily Guinness] Sep 16, 2024

There’s a scene in the 2009 movie, “An Englishman in New York” that… If I had heard earlier in my life, would have saved me a ton of time and heartache when it came to finding my style as an artist, musician, photographer, podcaster, and human being.

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A Guide To Cannabis Sep 13, 2024

Whether you’re “cannacurious” and don’t know the difference between an Indica or a Sativa - or you consider yourself an expert on the topic but realize there’s always more to learn… you’ll love this conversation!

Join me as I sit down with Kit Kenny, a certified “Ganjier” (think sommelier, but for weed) to talk about health benefits, consumption methods, most effective minimum dosing, advice on storing, and ‘Systematic Appearance Protocol’.

We’re talkin’ Third-Wave Cannabis folks!

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※ Mark Ruffalo's Advice For Artists[Daily Guinness] Sep 12, 2024

I’ve been thinking a lot about time lately… Maybe most of what our experience as artists has to do with it…

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※ The Most Dangerous Risk [Daily Guinness] Sep 11, 2024

“The most dangerous risk of all – the risk of spending your life not doing what you want on the bet you can buy yourself the freedom to do it later.”

– Randy Komisar

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✈️ HUMAN LUGGAGE [H.W.Y.T? feat. Mark & Mary Aronson] Sep 08, 2024

As travelers, we have two options… be an observer or participant. In this installment of my series “How Was Your Trip?” I sit down over German beers with Sarah and our close friends, Mark and Mary Aronson to discus our love of travel - what it looked like growing up for each of us - and how we all learned to become participants.

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🎤 "A Guide To Maifest" [feat. Mark & Mary]

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"Learn To Act As If Nothing Bothers You" [Alan Watts .mp3 Archive] Sep 03, 2024

FileUnder:// Alan Watts, Motivation, Note to self

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"What's The Point?" [On goals, wasted time, and understanding your REAL job.] Sep 02, 2024

It's so easy to look at a situation that didn't "pan out" like you expected and feel like it was a waste of time. For my life... a massive paradigm shift was needed.

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3 Transformative Approaches to Living a Photographic Life Aug 20, 2024

In honor of World Photography Day [2024] join Sarah and me at our table, over an "Olive Oil Martini" (we'll give you the recipe) to talk about the 3 of the most impactful changes I made that helped me live a photographic life.

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People LOVE Hate [A Curious Approach to the Algorithm] Aug 15, 2024

What's your approach to engaging in social-media comment sections? Whether you're someone who chooses to engage or not, here's something you need to know about how it impacts the algorithm and a post's reach.

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⌖ DIE EMPTY! [A Curious Maxim] Aug 13, 2024

On monetization, the creative process, and the importance of giving it away!

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Is My Brain Sabotaging Me? [The Dark Side of Dopamine] Aug 07, 2024

Join Sarah and me in our backyard to discuss what a dopamine crash looks like for me as a musician.

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Fake It ONCE You Make It! Aug 05, 2024

Sometimes… no matter what the circumstances… the show must go on. And knowing how to fake it is one of the most important (AND UNDER-DISCUSSED) skills every professional must cultivate.

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"Oh my god! Where did my life go?" Jul 31, 2024

A story about how Shanghai, China taught me not to place my fulfillment and happiness, "over there."

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※ The Scarcity Of Sparrows [Daily Guinness] Jul 25, 2024

On scarcity mindset, my discomfort with 'nationalism', luck, and the best $30 we ever spent on Amazon.

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One-bag travel and the Synik 30 [feat. Richard Medek] Jul 24, 2024

Whether you’re a musician headed on tour, or you're headed to Europe on an adventure - at some point you have to ask yourself, “What do I pack, and what do I pack it in?”

Join me as I sit down with my good friend, and badass drummer Richard Medek to talk about what he calls, “travel drag” - the importance of packing light - and the joy of finding a bag that travels the way you do.

For the two of us, that bag is the Tom Bihn Synik 30… but it took a while for me to get here. Grab a Stella and join us as we talk about this aspect of the joy of travel.

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The Aging Artist Jul 23, 2024

My two NON-NEGOTIABLE traits to aging as an artist or musician.

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⬙ In Purgatory At Landmark Center Jul 22, 2024

“Music Purgatory” noun. [pur-guh-tohr-ee] “The in-between time backstage before playing a show.” You're neither here nor there - not yet time to walk on stage, yet not enough time to leave the venue, held captive in a sacred ritual that precedes a performance.

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※ A Self-Imposed Life [Daily Guinness] Jul 19, 2024

I recently heard Jim Gaffigan say something I wish I’d heard when I was 18… “All comedy is self-assignment.” But living a self-imposed life is so much harder than people make it sound...

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※ Your Journey Isn't Linear [Daily Guinness] Jul 18, 2024

I thought I was moving in the right direction with this pain, but I feel like I've taken a step in the opposite direction. Join Sarah and I as we make dinner and talk about how it reminds me of the rest of life too.

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A Guide To Getting Your First Tattoo [2018 Repost] Jul 17, 2024

In honor of "National Tattoo Day" here's an episode from 6 years ago! Since posting it, I've had multiple people reach out and tell me that it inspired them to get their first tattoo.

etting your first tattoo can be intimidating. How bad does it hurt? How do you book an appointment or pick an artist? What can you expect; from the moment you step into a tattoo parlor, to leaving with your fresh new ink?

Whether you’ve been thinking about getting your first tattoo or simply curious about what it’s like, this entertaining audio guide is guaranteed to replace any hesitation, fear, or questions you may have with informed confidence.

WARNING: Listening to “A Guide To Getting Your First Tattoo” may cause sudden and undeniable urges to get a tattoo and has been known to invoke sudden spikes in confidence, transforming the listener into a go-to “Tattoo Expert" in their circle of friends.

Actual Disclaimer: Rob Morgan is an internationally touring rock bassist and not a licensed tattoo artist or medical practitioner. Consult a professional before getting a tattoo and please tattoo responsibly and professionally.

Tattoo Artist & Location: Ghost at Brass Knuckle Tattoo Minneapolis

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"True It Up!" Jul 16, 2024

At some point in your life, a friend will go through something hard and you won’t know what to say. How soon should you text someone after their family member dies? When you do reach out, is there anything you should AVOID saying? Here’s some badass advice two badass women, who know from experience, told me.

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Do I have to go "ALL IN" on EVERYTHING? Jul 15, 2024

One of my strengths is how deep into a subject I can nerd out on if I'm curious about it. But, today, Sarah reminds me that I don't have to go ALL IN on absolutely EVERYTHING.

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※ "Jack Of All Trades..." [Daily Guinness] Jul 13, 2024

We've all heard the phrase, "Jack of all trades, master of none..." but it turns out, that's only half the saying. The rest of it convinces me that all art benefits all art.

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Rock 'n' Roll Accountability Jul 11, 2024

Last night I played one of the coolest shows so far this year... I also played it in more pain than I can remember playing a show in the recent past. I only tell you this because I think it has to do with your journey, and the fact that nobody cares about our (valid) excuses, and the fact that I think that's ok.

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On Fantasy Travel [Montreal, Canada] Jul 10, 2024

Join Sarah and me as we talk about one of the greatest hurdles I’ve had to overcome as a curious traveler. The willingness to set down the fantasy I have in my mind of a place, in the hopes of seeing it for what it actually is.

📍 Montreal, Canada

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"The Squalls Of Life" [Montreal, Canada] Jul 09, 2024

On the need for patience, and gratitude, and grit, and fortitude, and preparation, and skill and luck, while sailing the dark seas of your creative journey.

📍 Montreal, Canada 🇨🇦

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Start Dating Your Art! Jul 04, 2024

Are you thinking about starting a creative endeavor but don’t know where to start? Or maybe, you’re in the middle of a project but don’t know if you should continue.

I think it’s time you had a “define the relationship” conversation with the things you’re creating. I think it’s time you started dating your art!

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"The Need For Speed" (or 'The Brain Is the Enemy Of Art') Jul 02, 2024

The pros are fast. Let's talk about it.

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※ St. Elmo's Fire [Daily Guinness] Jun 29, 2024

On looking for, searching for, and making up meaning.

📍 Grand Ave, St. Paul

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※ Brian Eno's "SCENIUS" theory. [Daily Guinness] Jun 27, 2024

Maybe we had the idea of a "Genius" wrong this whole time...

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※ Bryan Cranston on being ready for luck [Daily Guinness] Jun 26, 2024

"Talent is insignificant. I know a lot of talented ruins. Beyond talent lie all the usual words: discipline, love, luck, but most of all, endurance." - James Baldwin

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※ A Bullsh*tter Gets A Sh*tty Haircut [Daily Guinness] Jun 21, 2024

On cutting it off, and calling it out.

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I Lost My Luck Jun 18, 2024

On getting out of a funk, liminal spaces, following your luck, and having a crush on your decisions.

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Turning Failures Into Pure Gonzo Jun 13, 2024

What’s crazy is… I found that some of the biggest breakthroughs and revolutions, no matter the artistic medium, happened because of what someone would have considered a “Mistake” or “Failure.”

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⌖ The Curious Doctrine of “Temporary Local Travel” Jun 11, 2024

Instead of the “Staycation,” let’s normalize “Temporary Local Travel.” I don’t need an escape, I want to see my city with fresh eyes and gratitude.

A massive thank you to W Hotel at The Foshay in Minneapolis for partnering with this episode.

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※ Is Analog ‘Worth It’? [Daily Guinness] Jun 10, 2024

It takes more time, it’s more finicky, it costs more… Whether it’s 35mm film or VHS video, I’ve been asking myself this past year if capturing in analog is worth it. The problem is… I JUST NOW realized I’ve been asking myself the wrong question.

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※ Don’t Screw Yourself Out Of Small Delights [Daily Guinness] Jun 09, 2024

On minding your happiness threshold.

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📍 W Minneapolis - The Foshay

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※ On Decision Making & Nobody Knowing [Daily Guinness] Jun 07, 2024

I used to think, everyone living a badass life had a plan to get where they were. Turns out, that’s rarely the case. So… knowing that… how the hell do I make decisions? Maybe instead of making the “right decisions” I should “make the decisions right.”

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※ How Photography Murdered My 'Comparing Mind' [Daily Guinness] Jun 06, 2024

In my late 20’s I realized my musical journey was suffering due to my scarcity mindset as I constantly compared myself to others. Film photography completely changed that. Here’s how.

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A Guide To Maifest Jun 05, 2024

“Maifest” is a traditional German festival in May that celebrates the arrival of spring. Since my first time visiting Germany, I’ve been curious to learn more.

Grab your lederhosen, and join Sarah and Me as we catch up with our friends Mark and Mary Aronson in Watertown Minnesota to raise a Maibaum and experience a traditional Maifest.

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Get your passport [BEFORE YOU NEED ONE] Jun 04, 2024

“Oh… I really should get my passport, but I don’t have a trip coming up.” - It’s a common mindset I hear all the time. Here’s why I think you should get one BEFORE you know when your first trip abroad will be.

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⬙ In Purgatory At The Four Seasons Jun 02, 2024

I'm backstage in Minneapolis with my friends Jasper Nephew, Aaron Johnson, and Nathan Santos. We're in that beautiful performance-purgatory, not quite relaxed, not quite on stage. I may have to keep recording these moments.
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⏰ "The Numbers Game" (The 10min Game) Jun 01, 2024

How are you doing on time? You got ten minutes?

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Beer History Makes Me Less Anxious About A.I. May 30, 2024

Have you ever heard of an "Ale Conner" or "Pot Boy"? Probably not, because they were both jobs that were ended, almost overnight, due to technological advancements.

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What’s your podcast about? – “Every day, recording a short podcast that you will either find helpful in your artistic journey or an entertaining break in your day.”

※ On Anxiety [Daily Guinness] May 29, 2024

I recently heard that anxiety is the attempt to fix a problem in the future, now.
I've been sick in bed the past 48 hours, and my anxiety has been kicking in a bit, let's chat about it.

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※ This 'art' made me puke! [Daily Guinness] May 28, 2024

I'm not sure I've ever thrown up harder than I did last night... It frothed the toilet water.

Let's chat about what that means when it comes to what you're making right now.

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On Distillation May 27, 2024

I've visited countless distilleries around the world, but it wasn't until recently that I fully understood the basics of distillation. Join Sarah and me as we break it down in a way that finally makes sense.

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📍 Edradour Distillery, Scotland

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⬙ HOW TO BURNOUT (Purgatory Logs) May 26, 2024

A quick conversation before walking on stage with two of my favorite humans and musicians talking about the quickest way to experience burnout as a musician.

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#386 • "The Work Is The Fun" (feat. Zach Miller) May 24, 2024

Zach Miller is a badass drummer I’ve had the honor of knowing, performing, and recording with for the past twenty years. (Side Note: Zach produced the first studio album I ever recorded on.) Join us over coffee as we talk about a concept of Zach’s, and I’m not exaggerating here, that has changed my paradigm.

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※ Quit Judging Your Art In Real Time! [Daily Guinness feat. Zach Miller] May 23, 2024

Man... I wish I had understood this YEARS ago!

P.S. Check back tomorrow for my full convo with Zach

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/judginginrealtime

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※ WE GOT FREE TATTOOS! [Daily Guinness] May 22, 2024

I've always been curious how tattoo artists get their start. I mean... who'd be crazy enough to let an 'apprentice' put something permanent on their body???
Turns out, Sarah and I are.

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Click HERE for, "A GUIDE TO GETTING YOUR FIRST TATTOO."

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Question № 88 | "Why Am I Afraid To Take Back The Room?" (feat. Zach Martina) May 21, 2024

Join me at ACME Comedy Co. in Minneapolis as I sit down with a stand-up comedian I consider, "The King Of The Take Back" to talk inside baseball when it comes to his approach to comedy, and how my being a recovering people-pleaser has impacted my professional career as a rock-bassist."

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"Hey, You Stole My Idea!" (feat. MidCentury Records) May 18, 2024

Have you ever seen someone make something and thought, "Hey, I had an idea to do the same thing about a year ago but I never did anything with it."? Me too!
A chance run-in at the annual Northeast Minneapolis 'Art-A-Whirl' reminded me... there are two kinds of people in this world: those who have ideas and do nothing; and those who have ideas and act on them. I'll be damned if I don't try my hardest to be someone who acts.

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⌖ Fortune Favours The First May 17, 2024

“The Curious Rite of Going First” Clearly states, “Be the one who goes first. Introduce yourself first. Because, life rewards those who initiate. Not those who wait for others to do so.”

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They WANT You To Win! May 16, 2024

There's a common mindset in the zeitgeist of stage performers nowadays that almost thinks you need to walk on stage with something to prove. Here's another thought that I've found helpful as a performer.

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QUESTION № 87 | "Will You Photograph My Imposter Syndrome?" (feat. Mike Madison) May 15, 2024

Join me as I sit down over coffee with one of my favorite photographers, Mike Madison. (aka @bumpopera)

Not only do we do a deep dive into photography, but we also talk about imposter syndrome, gear, pricing your work as a creator, and why he's not allowed to share his photographs of the Foo Fighters.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/mikemadison

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📍The Briar, Minneapolis

I'm Tired Of Lying (feat. Joel Bowers) May 14, 2024

"Know what you really know about something, feel what you really feel, say what you really mean, and do what you really want." - Martha Beck

Join me as I sit down with my buddy Joel Bowers to talk about how this thought is so damn hard for me as a recovering people pleaser, but it's one of the most important lessons of my life.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/imtiredoflying

📍 McCormick's Pub and Restaurant, Wayzata, MN

MAKE GOOD ART May 13, 2024

No matter what you're creating and sharing with the world, this thought has become the A440 I tune my artistic soul to.

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※ You CAN edit your way to success! [Daily Guinness] May 10, 2024

A friend recently sent me a video of a photography influencer saying some nonsense about how "inferior" creators "edit their way to success." DON'T BELIEVE THE BULLSHIT! Not only CAN you edit your way to success, you SHOULD... and here's why.

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Question № 86 | "Why's it so damn hard to let go? (feat. Haley McCallum) May 09, 2024

Whether it's letting go of my past, or my expectations for the future, I sit down over coffee with Haley McCallum to hear her thoughts on (and experience with) THE ART OF LETTING GO.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/haley

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※ Relax and Win [Daily Guinness] May 08, 2024

I recently read about a sprinter saying, If you don't clench your fists and face, you'll be relaxed and run faster. I found myself asking, how much of my creative life have I spent with my emotional and spiritual fists clenched?

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How Guinness Fixed My Writers Block May 07, 2024

Everybody's got an opinion about writer's block. Some say, "You have to PUSH THROUGH!" Some say, "REAL 'Professionals' don't get writer's block."

It wasn't until I was drinking a pint of proper with Sarah at a pub in the middle of Ireland... that I finally found my answer.

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📍 Larrigy's Pub, Kilbeggan Ireland

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The Conundrum Of Confidence & Cool May 06, 2024

A conversation during my photo shoot with Ben Kelly (aka Dinosaur Hampton) in Northeast Minneapolis this morning might be making me re-think my approach to social-media.

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📷 How To Take A Photo AND STILL STAY IN THE MOMENT! May 03, 2024

There's a belief that says, "Taking a picture takes you out of the moment." I agree... well... sort of...
I think you're being taken out of the moment because of something else you're doing, that you probably don't even realize...

📍 Minneapolis International Airport ✈️ Amsterdam

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/stayinthemoment

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An Adventure-Motorcyclist's Guide To Loosening Your Grip May 02, 2024

Because it’s easier to walk through an open door than it is to break one down.

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Be The Buyer, Not The Seller May 01, 2024

As a ‘Recovering People Pleaser’ - this is one of the single greatest mindsets that changed my life.

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※ The Mystery Is The Point [Daily Guinness] Apr 29, 2024

Mezcal, Tequila, Photography, Paintings… I think there’s something here.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/themysteryisthepoint

📍 Zipps Liquor Store, MInneapolis

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※ How To Play "Social Grace Ping-Pong" [Daily Guinness] Apr 27, 2024

I’m far too tipsy to be recording this podcast… (I blame the agave spirits class Sarah and I just took here in Puerto Villarta) but I just realized I’ve been spending the past four days playing “Social Ping-Pong.”

On today’s podcast, I explain what it is, and how it changed my life.

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Grenache & Binary Choices Apr 26, 2024

On the importance of a third option.

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📍 Surdyks Liquor Store, Minneapolis, MN

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※ Can you find your voice through taste? [Daily Guinness] Apr 23, 2024

I love the film ‘Joe Verses The Volcano” and one of the controlling thoughts of the film is:

"What do I like?” is the same question as, “Who am I?”

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Quit Following Your Passion! (Follow Your Curiosity Instead.) Apr 22, 2024

A thought from Elizabeth Gilbert inspired the hell out of me today.

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“The 3 Levels Of Access” (How my Mark Normand photoshoot reminded me what I'll say yes to.)) Apr 20, 2024

Whether it’s a band I’m playing with or an artist I’m making a portrait of, I often get asked how I got connected with them.

Yesterday, I did a photoshoot with comedian Mark Normand and I realized it perfectly outlined what I call “The 3 Level Of Access” and how I decide: What I’ll say no to, what I’ll say yes to, and what I want to do.

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※ Be Like Johnnie Walker. You Can Do It All! [Daily Guinness] Apr 19, 2024

Sarah and I were watching the film, ‘American Fiction’ when a scene caught my curiosity. How many times have I said ‘NO’ to a gig because I thought it was ‘beneath me’ artistically?

Maybe if I were more like Johnnie Walker, I could have it all! Maybe that’s just how it works.

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"Amateurs Are Obsessed With Tools" pt. 2 (I SOLD MY LEICAS!) Apr 16, 2024

A follow up to what I shared in the last podcast as I share my mindset and approach to gear as an artist, musician, photographer, and creator.

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※ Amateurs Are Obsessed With Tools [a lesson from my Scary Pockets photoshoot] Apr 09, 2024

This weekend I was brought in to shoot backstage portraits of the band, Scary Pockets. While developing the photos, I was reminded of one of the greatest paradigm shifts I’ve experienced in my creative journey - both as a touring bassist and film photographer; How I define being an ‘Amateur’ and a ‘Professional.’

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Question № 85 | What Country Brews The Best Beer? (feat. Damian McConn of Summit Brewing) Apr 08, 2024

In honor of National Beer Day, I sit down with Damian McConn, Chief Brewing Officer of Summit Brewing. Originally from Ireland, more than 15 years ago, Damian made the enlightened decision to leave the European brewing industry (and some small startup brewery I’ve never heard of called Guinness) for the bright lights of Minnesota.

Grab a Stout, pull up a stool, and join us. If you’re passionate about beer, this one’s for you.

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※ You Won The Time Lottery! [Daily Guinness] Apr 04, 2024

What if the moment you were born, you already won? Join Sarah and I in bed to talk more about it.

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If you charge more, you'll sound better [Daily Guinness] Apr 02, 2024

There’s a temptation most artists, musicians, and freelancers will face at some point in our careers and it tells us, if we lower our rates, we’ll get hired more. Turns out, the opposite is true.

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※ Sell Out - Sold Out [Daily Guinness] Apr 01, 2024

Everyone wants it to be 'Sold Out', but no one wants to be a 'Sell Out'.

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※ Show Your Work! [Daily Guinness] Mar 30, 2024

Join me on the toilet and let's dive into the why, how, and what of it all.

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A Case Against Consistency [Daily Guinness] Mar 29, 2024

Sure, we all know that consistency is a ‘good’ thing. But, are there ever times when it can be detrimental? Previously disconnected anecdotes from Conan O’Brian, Anthony Bourdain, Kristan Wiig, and Bradley Cooper’s character in ‘Chef’ inspired today’s thoughts.

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"Money On The Table" [Thoughts On Taking Time Off As A Musician} Mar 27, 2024

I get it… we’ve all got bills to pay, and shit keeps getting more expensive. But, if you’re a musician, artist, freelancer, or anyone who trades their time for money… you’re going to have to figure out for yourself when to leave money on the table.

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3 Truths About Life Mar 26, 2024

Turns out… there are three things that I’ll never be able to escape…

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※ Don't Make Your Website Before Asking This Question! [Daily Guinness] Mar 25, 2024

So many of my creative friends would rather stick their finger so far up their nose that they start gagging, rather than build a personal website. I get it! But, I’ve found that might change if you ask yourself this question first.

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※ Why's it so hard to get sh*t (nobody's asking for) done? [Daily Guinness] Mar 22, 2024

Some wisdom from John Rhys-Davies reminded me... I need to be self-motivated.

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※ A Legacy Craft Bass Player [Daily Guinness] Mar 21, 2024

My Interview with Summit Brewing Co.'s head brewer comes out this week, but here's a sneak peek.

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※ On Modern Gatekeepers [Daily Guinness] Mar 20, 2024

A convo with my friend Misty reminded me that my view of what “Gatekeeper” looks like in the age of modern music, isn’t a universal experience. Especially, when it comes to being a badass woman.

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※ Getting A Tattoo In Frankfurt, Germany [Daily Guinness] Mar 20, 2024

A conversation with a couple of friends about intentionality made me want to revisit an episode from January 2019, when I got a tattoo in Frankfurt, Germany.

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※ "Anxiety As Activator" [Daily Guinness] Mar 18, 2024

This isn't some self-help bullshit, this is just a fascinating reframing I've been thinking about lately that I think you might find interesting

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🇮🇪 The Guinness Guru (feat. Daragh Curran) Mar 17, 2024

Daragh Curran is best known worldwide as “The Guinness Guru.” He’s visited almost every pub in Ireland, a ton in the UK, and some in the US, and rated the pint of proper placed in front of him. Join us as we discuss how to drink a Guinness, and what he looks for when rating it. We also dive into the creative process, why there’s no such thing as an “Overnight Success” and why he’s stepping down as The Guinness Guru.

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🇮🇪 Why Not Give It A Shot? [St. Patrick's Week 2024 feat. Kieran Folliard) Mar 16, 2024

Originally Aired: April 26th, 2022

Do you have an idea you’re sitting on, but you’ve been hesitant to give it a shot?

Maybe it’s new and you’re nervous. Maybe you don’t know where to start. Maybe you do, but the logistics seem daunting… Kieran Folliard knows what that feels like but thinks you should still give it a shot!

Kieran’s name is synonymous with Irish pubs in the Twin Cities and he just released a new Irish whiskey called Red Locks. But our story doesn’t start there… almost 10 years ago, Sarah and I got our engagement photos taken at his pub The Local and his previous whiskey endeavor sponsored our wedding!

Join us for a conversation over Red Locks Irish Whiskey about how that came about, strapping up your knees to give your ideas a shot, and what stands in the way.
https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/q81

🇮🇪 Irish Storytelling & The Art Of Conversation (Feat. Roy Connaughton) Mar 15, 2024

Whether you’re at a pub, a coffee shop, or in line at the DMV, striking up a conversation with a stranger can be intimidating. That said, I’m convinced it’s one of the foundations of living a curious life.

You may just have a kind interaction but you never know, you may be sitting across from a future close friend, or in Roy Connaughton’s case, a future friend and your future Irish Pub co-owner.

With the convenient distraction of a cell phone in our pocket at all times, we’ve never had an easier excuse to not strike up a conversation, but Roy says that it’s not that simple. Growing up in Ireland pre-cellphones and social media, there’s always been an excuse to not strike up a conversation but it you can get over that hurdle… you never know where in the world life will take you!

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/irishstorytelling

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✈️ IRELAND [H.W.Y.T. feat. Owen & Elsa] Mar 14, 2024

In the first installment of my new series “How Was Your Trip?” I sit down over a pint of Guinness (ok… a few pints…) with my friends Owen and Elsa who just returned from their latest trip to Ireland.

Does Guinness taste better in Ireland?

What’s their advice when it comes to pub etiquette?

Where does the term, “Get your round in come from?”

What advice do they have for someone visiting Ireland for the first time?

I've got a ton of questions, but let's start with the obvious one... How was your trip?

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/hwyt/ireland

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🇮🇪 Why Not Give It A Shot? [ST. PATRICK'S WEEK 2024] Mar 13, 2024

Do you have an idea you’re sitting on, but you’ve been hesitant to give it a shot?

Maybe it’s new and you’re nervous. Maybe you don’t know where to start. Maybe you do, but the logistics seem daunting… Kieran Folliard knows what that feels like but thinks you should still give it a shot!

On today's St. Patrick's Week Special, we revisit a convo from 2022 with Irish badass, Kieran Folliard.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/q81?rq=kieran

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🇮🇪 "On Luck" [St. Patrick's Week 2024] Mar 11, 2024

You might use a different word for it, but I believe 'Luck' impacts every one of our lives.

As we countdown to St. Patrick's Day on the podcast, I kick it off by sharing how I define luck's relationship with action - how I keep a weather eye out for it - and three ways you can invite it into your life.

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Bucket Lists vs Breaking Through Mar 09, 2024

I have a curious relationship with bucket lists… on the one hand, anytime I’ve made one, they’ve almost magically come true. On the other hand… when they did, they always left me with a feeling of emptiness.

Convos with my buddy Aaron Johnson, Jasper Nephew, and Zach Miller… thoughts from Patti Smith, and Dr. Ellen Langer… all made me think I may be looking for a better way of existing.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/bucketlistsvsbreakingthrough

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※ Don’t just wait there. [Daily Guinness] Mar 08, 2024

Jason Alexander's advice for making it happen.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/dontjustwaitthere

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Screw it! I'll just treat my day like a bullseye. [feat. Steve Goold & Tenant] Mar 07, 2024

I don't know... I just get in my head when I think too big picture. Something a bartender and a buddy said, reminded me that I can treat each day like I treat performing a song.

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※ What's the opposite of fear? [Daily Guinness] Mar 06, 2024

Stage fright, worrying about the future, worrying about what you're currently making, decision making, dark downstairs basements... this is what my friends and I have been talking about lately...

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聞く "Beach Waves & Tidal Pools" Mar 04, 2024

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※ To me, ‘God’ is a direction [Daily Guinness] Mar 03, 2024

A curious approach to the metaphor for a mystery that transcends all categories of human thoughts, including being and non-being.

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Creativity, Procrastination, Anxiety, and Our Relationship With Time Mar 02, 2024

What if taking your time and tolerating the anxiety of not having a solution are crucial to exceptional and original creativity?

Join me on today’s podcast episode to talk about why I feel like I believe thinking about procrastination as a purely bad thing… might hinder our creativity.

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Why I shoot Film 🎞️ (feat. Fast Foto Film Lab) Mar 01, 2024

Getting film hand-checked EVERY time I go through TSA is a PAIN!

My mistakes are irreversible, it takes longer, is finicky, and more expensive… the list goes on, but I still do it anyway.

Join me today on the podcast to discuss why I still shoot film, and why I think it’s worth it.

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First Time Listening? ⚡ START HERE! Feb 29, 2024

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A Guide To Irish Pubs Around The World Feb 28, 2024

They’ve got one in Honolulu, they’ve got one in Moscow too. They’ve got four of them in Sydney, and a couple in Katmandu…

Why is it, Wherever I go around the world, you’ll find an Irish pub?

What is it that makes them so special? Where do all these Pubs source their bar counters and authentic Irish brick-a-brack?

Pull up a barstool and join me in Mexico as I hunt down a pint of proper and tap into, "A Guide To Irish Pubs Around The World.”

📍 Murphy's Irish Pub, Puerto Villarta, Mexico

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※ Social Grace Ping-Pong [Daily Guinness] Feb 26, 2024

I’m far too tipsy to be recording this podcast… (I blame the agave spirits class Sarah and I just took here in Puerto Villarta) but I just realized I’ve been spending the past four days playing “Social Ping-Pong.”

On today’s podcast, I explain what it is, and how it changed my life.

📍 Puerto Villarta, Mexico

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The Time Tiger Feb 25, 2024

"You have time. Take a breath, it's not going to hurt you."

📍 Puerto Villarta, Mexico
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“Travel Experience > Travel Advice” 📍 Puerto Villarta, Mexico Feb 23, 2024

Day 1 in Mexico led us to a hunt for first aid, bandaids, and a conversation asking, “How light do we really want to travel?”

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/puertopacking

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※ Make Less "Right Decisions"! [Daily Guinness] Feb 21, 2024

I've spent a TON of my life stressed out about trying to make the "Right Decision." But what would it look like if I made the decision... right?

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/rightdecisiondecisionright

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"Just The Tip" [A Guide To Tipping Culture Around The World] Feb 20, 2024

After visiting over 32 countries, I’ve become fascinated by local bars, restaurants, service industries, and their tipping culture all over the world.

Whether you’re a seasoned world traveler, or about to take your first international trip… local tipping culture can be confusing and the classic American mindset of, “They’ll be offended if you tip” no longer works.

So, join Sarah and me in Helsinki Finland for, “Just The Tip” [A Guide To Tipping Culture Around The World]

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/aguidetotippingculture

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⌖ The Sound Of Failure Feb 19, 2024

Sir Lancelot, Brian Eno, and a recurring dream I've had for years remind me what we once viewed as our failure, might just be what gives us our unique voice.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/thesoundoffailure

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※ My Numbers Bullsh*t [Daily Guinness] Feb 18, 2024

"The Numbers don't matter!" - (younger me)

BULLSH*T! Let's talk about yesterday's podcast and how I've spent a ton of my life thinking about "The Numbers" in an unproductive way.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/numbersbullshit

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Music Predictions For 2024! Feb 17, 2024

Some mind-blowing music data by ChartCipher and Rick Beato's predictions for what that means for this upcoming year.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/2024musicpredictions

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[Part 2.] Is Playing For Free Always “Shameless Exploitation?” Feb 16, 2024

My full-time job for over a decade has been performing as a freelance musician. Of course, I want people to pay artists and musicians [A TON] to perform live. So… when I saw this petition going around on Facebook saying we should force the Minneapolis Parks & Rec board to pay artists for every free outdoor concert, no matter the size… why did I initially feel like I disagreed with it?

For Part 2. of this convo, I recorded my chat with Nate Babbs [professional drummer] to see if there was something I was missing.

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[Part 1.] Is Playing For Free Always “Shameless Exploitation?” Feb 15, 2024

My full-time job for over a decade has been performing as a freelance musician. Of course, I want people to pay artists and musicians [A TON] to perform live. So… when I saw this petition going around on Facebook saying we should force the Minneapolis Parks & Rec board to pay artists for every free outdoor concert, no matter the size… why did I initially feel like I disagreed with it?

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/shamelessexploitation

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The Hardcore Origin Of Valentine's Day Feb 14, 2024

Today, I'm summoning my inner Dan Carlin (Hardcore History Podcast rules btw!) to share with you my favorite Valentine's Day origin story.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/valentinesday

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⌖ “The Doctrine of Creative Context” Feb 13, 2024

If you currently find yourself frustrated because something you’re making isn’t getting the respect or recognition you feel it deserves… if you’re a musician and you feel frustrated because the value of what you bring to the table isn’t viewed the same as what you know it should be…

Back in the day, I used to jump straight into questioning myself and my art. I’ve now realized, it might not be that you’re not good enough… You might just have a “Context” problem.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/creativecontext

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※ Stock vs Sacred [Daily Guinness] Feb 12, 2024

By buddy Joel Bowers always says, “Platitudes don’t work when you’re in pain.” So… A conversation with André and AJ before our show this weekend was a perfect moment to ask if a podcast I posted last week holds up.

It does, but I’ll need to share a gig story of mine that I’m a bit insecure about, to put my money where my podcast mic is.

📍 The Depot Tavern - Minneapolis, MN

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※ “Anti-Performance” [Daily Guinness] Feb 11, 2024

Lately, I’ve been getting asked to MC different events, from concerts to weddings…

Because it’s new to me, I’ve been solidifying my theory and approach to it and I’ve come up with something I call “Anti-Performance.”

A scene inspires it in Oceans 11 and has influenced my approach as a musician on stage too.

Join me over a pint at Northbound Smokehouse & Brewpub in South Minneapolis and let me know if I’m on to something…

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※ Don't Soak Yourself! [Daily Guinness] Feb 10, 2024

I used to view the things I was creating as a problem to solve. Later in life, I realized it came with another subconscious belief... there's a 'right way' to do it and someone else had the answers. (or at least figured it all out before me.)
Learning from someone else's art is important but... as Orson Wells teaches us, "It's important not to soak yourself."

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⌖ "Not My Cup Of Tea!" [A Curious Benediction] Feb 09, 2024

Over the years, the phrase, “Not my cup of tea!” has given me an asinine amount of freedom. (Both as someone who consumes art and one who creates.)

Today’s “Daily Guinness” podcast episode perfectly encapsulates what I hope for most of these episodes to be like this year and is hopefully encouraging for you, wherever you’re at in your creative journey.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/notmycupoftea

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Be Good, Be Present (feat. Tyler Burkum) Feb 08, 2024

"I've said it for many years, but no one takes note of it because it's not what they want to hear... be so good they can't ignore you." - Steve Martin

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/begoodbepresent

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※ It's not your choice. [Daily Guinness] Feb 07, 2024

Sometimes, figuring out a direction in life as a musician/artist feels like standing on the shore trying to decide the exact way I'm going to ride a wave before I even get in the freakin water and catch one.

Lately, I've realized the creative journey is less about deciding, and more about trying a bunch of different things and staying curious enough to pay attention to what catches momentum.

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Question № 84 | Does my happiness exist over there? (feat. Ian Allison ) Feb 06, 2024

I've spent years of my life subconsciously creating a ravine. On one side, I exist. On the other, 'success' and (subsequently) my happiness.

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※ Reframing Nervousness [Daily Guinness] Feb 05, 2024

Stage fright or feeling nervous isn't just a state of mind, it's a biological reaction... THAT YOU CAN HACK!

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※ Protect Your Momentum [Daily Guinness] Feb 04, 2024

Momentum is everything when you're creating something new. Here's one of the most important factors in protecting it.

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※ Travel isn't temporary! [Daily Guinness feat. Big Grove Brewery] Feb 03, 2024

We're at Big Grove Brewery in Cedar Rapids, Iowa checking out their Czech Lager. I take a sip and suddenly, I'm transported back to Prague. Maybe travel isn't so temporary after all.

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※ Driving VS Traveling [Daily Guinness] Feb 02, 2024

Sarah and I are headed to Iowa to visit family.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/drivingvstraveling

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Question № 83 | How Long Do I Care? (feat. Joel Bowers & Terry Esau) Feb 01, 2024

I'm joined once again by my friends Joel Bowers & Terry Esau. This time, over a margarita, to see how the conversation unfolds.

This month, the three of us are reading "Faith, Hope and Carnage" by Nick Cave and Seán O'Hagan. If you feel like reading it and joining us for that convo next month, please do!

📍 Pajarito, Edina, MN

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⌖ The Curious Doctrine Of Mulligans Jan 31, 2024

mul·li·gan /ˈməliɡən/
INFORMAL•NORTH AMERICAN
plural noun: mulligans
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(in golf) an extra stroke allowed after a poor shot, not counted on the scorecard.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/newyearsmulligans

※ The Lie Of Artistic Control [Daily Guinness] Jan 30, 2024

If the biggest band in the world couldn't control how their fans interpret their music... why the hell would I?

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/artisticcontrol

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⌖ The Holy Rite of Trusting The Addiction Jan 29, 2024

There's this maxim I've heard a million times as a musician, "It's all about the music." While I believe that for the most part, what do I do when the final product isn't enough? When the questions start pouring in... "Is this original?" - "Is this worth it?" In those times... I need something to trust in.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/trusttheaddiction

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※ The Power Of Allow [Daily Guinness] Jan 28, 2024

"I have been consistently successful, but not a single one of my personal achievements or evolutions has come as a result of setting goals." - Will Welch (GQ Magazine Global Editorial Director)

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※ Get it out! [Daily Guinness] Jan 27, 2024

My struggle with the procrastination of acting on my ideas, and an action step I've been working on that I learned from the CEO of Twitter.

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※ Are IDEAS and CREATIONS sentient? [Daily Guinness] Jan 26, 2024

I don’t fully understand it yet, but I swear to god that ideas and the things we create (songs, photographs, poems…) have a will, energy, desire for relationship, or preference of their own…

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/itsalive

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※ Does Germany Have A Craft Beer Scene? [Daily Guinness feat. Certified Cicerone Linus] Jan 25, 2024

This is a throwback to an episode Sarah and I recorded in Cologne, Germany back in 2019!

We planned to drink our way through the local specialty, Kölsch, but when we heard that there’s been an emerging craft beer scene, we reached out to a certified cicerone to talk about the hardest part of convincing Germans to open their mind to new things happening in the beer world.

What we thought would be a short hang-out, ended up forming a new friendship solidified by our mutual love of beer that lasted late into the night.

Recording Location: Cologne, Germany c. 2019

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※ It Might Have Nothing To Do With You! [Daily Guinness] Jan 24, 2024

A haircut I got this evening reminded me of one of the biggest misunderstandings I used to have when it came to being a freelancer.

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⌖ The Curious Doctrine of “Unrequested Obsessions" Jan 23, 2024

“The seeking of one thing will always find another. And the single greatest phrase separating Artistic Heathens from Hierophants is, ‘Why does this even matter? Nobody’s going to notice besides me.’“

See the photo examples I talk about here 👇🏻

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※ The Shape Of Your Story Is Unknown! [Daily Guinness] Jan 22, 2024

How Kurt Vonnegut, Conan Obrien, Shakespeare, and Stephen Colbert reminded me that I don’t not know enough about life to know what the good news is, and the bad news is. Ever since, I’ve calmed the hell down.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/whatyouwant

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- Thank you to Wild Pony for the theme song to our Daily Guinness episodes.

※ There's No Scarcity of Nat. 20's [Daily Guinness] Jan 21, 2024

A moment while playing Dungeons & Dragons with friends last night reminded me of one of the most unhealthy mindsets I used to have.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/nat20

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- The Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330

- Thank you to Wild Pony for the theme song to our Daily Guinness episodes.

※ “I’ll take one of your finest beerless beers please!” (Feat. SUMMIT BREWING Co.) [Daily Guinness] Jan 20, 2024

A chance encounter with Scott Renteria (of SUMMIT BREWING Co.) changes the way I think about NA Beer, and gets me thinking about the importance of being in tune with our taste as creators.

📍 Surdyk's Liquor & Cheese Shop

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/summitandtaste

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- Thank you to Wild Pony for the theme song to our Daily Guinness episodes.

WELCOME TO 聞く “A Journey Into The Heart Of Listening and Binaural Recording" (An Audio Essay) Jan 18, 2024

聞く is a curious endeavor into the heart of listening through the art of binaural recording. Best listened to with the highest quality headphones you can get your hands on.

*Originally Recorded In 2020*

www.thecuriouspod.com/binaural

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- The Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330

- Thank you to Wild Pony for the theme song to our Daily Guinness episodes.

- My 2020 essay originally published here: medium.com/@therobmorgan/ E8%81%9E%E3%81%8F-a-journey-into-the-heart-of-listening-and-
binaural-recording-f77c47a1640a

Harry Potter and the Mexican Fisherman Jan 17, 2024

A story about happiness, world travel, and sacrifice.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/fishingforhappiness

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- The Map Of Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map

- The Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330

- MASSIVE thank you to Wild Pony for the theme song to our Daily Guinness episodes.

※ Screw your statistics! Take a breath, tell your story! [Daily Guinness] Jan 16, 2024

“Statistics start arguments, information informs, but stories drive decisions.”

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/statsvstories

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And a MASSIVE thank you to Wild Pony for the theme song to our Daily Guinness episodes.

⌖ The Catechism of Conciseness Jan 15, 2024

“I apologize for such a long letter - I didn't have time to write a short one.”
― Mark Twain

“I apologize for such a long podcast - I didn’t have time to record a short one.”
― Rob Morgan

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/catechismofconciseness

”The Great Business Of Life” Jan 14, 2024

John Morley once said, “The great business of life is to be, to do, to do without, and to depart.”

Today on the podcast, I ambush Sarah in the bathroom as she's getting ready, and we discuss what happens when we find ourselves in a period of "to do without." Specifically, when one doesn't naturally feel curious about life.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/thegreatbusinessoflife

※ Fans VS Customers [Daily Guinness] Jan 13, 2024

Sarah and I were watching the new Harrison Ford doc on Disney+ last night called "Timeless Heros" when something sparked my curiosity...

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/fansvscustomers

※ The Curious Doctrine of Craft Blindness [Daily Guinness] Jan 12, 2024

Sure... I've been guilty of it plenty of times... my head stuck so far up my technical skills that I forget what I was trying to express in the first place.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/craftblindness

※ 3 ways Breaking Bad helped my music career [Daily Guinness] Jan 10, 2024

Seriously… this may sound like crap, but I probably wouldn’t have been music director for Owl City if it weren’t for what I learned from the actors on this show.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/breakingbadcareer

※ Most Advice Sucks! Your Path Is a Found Amalgam. [Daily Guinness] Jan 09, 2024

I’m just getting over a month of some of the worst back pain of my life. It almost put me in the ER and I almost had to cancel a tour because of it. Naturally… I looked for advice. Unfortunately… most of it sucked. And that fact taught me a ton about the way the creative process works.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/mostadvicesucks

※ Hello? I’m in the shower! [Daily Guinness] Jan 08, 2024

My friend was given a crappy cocktail, and it could have been solved with more questions. I'm annoyed, and I don't have time to dry off.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/fromtheshower

※ What Do You Want? [Daily Guinness] Jan 06, 2024

“What are my 5 to 10-year goals?” Those kind of questions have never resonated with me. But, “Who am I?” and “What do I want?”… those… those seem like they serve me a bit better at the top of the year.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/whatdoyouwant

※ 2024’s Permission [Feat. Nate Babbs] Jan 03, 2024

How badass would it be if we allowed 2024 to give us permission to say, “This is who I am, this is what I like, and that’s ok.”

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/2024permission

※ A NOW New Years [Daily Guinness] Jan 02, 2024

Nostalgia is my drug of choice, and New Year's Resolutions often fuel my anxiety about the future. It’s all too much. It’s all too big. Maybe simply giving grace for the now is all I can resolve for.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/nownewyears

※ Confuckingrats! Did you think you’d get a prize? [Daily Guinness] Oct 11, 2023

At the end of the day, most of the crap just doesn’t matter.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/noprizes

Are You A Traveler? Oct 09, 2023

Do you consider yourself a traveler?

Forget “Yes” or “No.” What I’m really curious about is what comes to mind when I ask you that question.

Maybe you picture yourself boarding a plane with your passport in your pocket.

I’ve been obsessed with asking my music friends that same question this past month, and a gig this past weekend in Minnesota’s Iron Range reminded me of a quote I once heard, “Sometimes, you can get a stamp in your passport, just by crossing the street.”

📍 The Iron Range

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/traveler

※ I’m Sick Of All The Talking About It [Daily Guinness] Sep 05, 2023

Just a quick podcast to talk about how sick of talking about it I am.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/stoptalking

※ How I Stopped Giving A Sh!t [Daily Guinness] Sep 01, 2023

"Eager" and "enthusiastic" are two words I could use to describe my younger self in multiple aspects of my life. The problem is that those often get perceived externally as "desperate."

Here's how I learned not to give a shit. (or at least calm down and appear like I didn't."

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/stopgivingashit

※ Blue-Collar Manifestation [Daily Guinness] Aug 17, 2023

For years... I misunderstood what real manifestation looks like. Turns out, it's far more blue-collar than I thought...

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/bluecollarmanifestation

※ Success Can Suck It! [Daily Guinness] Aug 16, 2023

A greenroom conversation with my buddy Steve Bosmans in Columbus, Georgia reminds me of how I defined 'Success' for years... It turns out it was extremely unhelpful.

📍Columbus, GA

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/successcansuckit

※ Performance As Playground [Daily Guinness] Jul 13, 2023

I once heard a comedian say, “Writing a set is similar to building a playground.”

The writing and prep, that’s where the real work happens. Once you walk on stage, your only job is to embrace the play and have as much fun as possible.

It changed the way I view my job as a bassist and music director but last night, eating at one of my favorite restaurants (Tenant) with Sarah, I realized it might need to start changing the way I GO to concerts from now on too.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/performanceasplayground

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※ Be Gentle With Yourself! [Daily Guinness] Jul 12, 2023

When I'm developing film, I don't get pissed at it for taking longer than I thought. You don't look at a flower that hasn't opened and get frustrated at the amount of time it's taking to bloom...

Why the hell do that then to ourselves and our creative journey?

Be gentle with yourself my friends, if your evolution is taking longer than you thought.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/begentle

#filmphotography #creativeprocess #dohashtagsdoanythinginspotifyanditunesyet?

※ Learn The Rules. Screw The Rules [Daily Guinness] Jul 07, 2023

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/therules

※ A Traveler’s Approach To Aging [Daily Guinness] Jul 06, 2023

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/agetravel

※ Decanting Dangerous Art [Daily Guinness] Jun 20, 2023

A conversation and an off-hand comment from a sommelier, a knife shop owner in East Flanders Belgium, and a couple of quotes from my favorite artists were the reminders I needed today to live on the edge of my comfort zone.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/decantart

※ ”Прогуливать одежда” [Daily Guinness] Jun 19, 2023

Join Sarah, our friend Eva, and myself at a pub in Gent, Belgium in the shadow of Sint-Jacobskerk as we talk about a Russian phrase that may change the way I look at every new pair of pants I ever own.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/takeawalk

※ Smelly Cat [Daily Guinness] Jun 07, 2023

On luck, Disappointment, and Infinite Responsibility

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/smellycat

※ Fill Your Jukebox [Daily Guinness] Jun 05, 2023

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/dgjukebox

※ I’m Full Of Sh*t. [Daily Guinness] May 24, 2023

I've been putting off jumping back into the podcast and have been overthinking it so... Here's my freakin re-entry.

www.thecuriouspod.com

From Hyperdrive to Harmonies: The Millennium Falcon and The Artists’ Journey Apr 11, 2023

I recently heard an interview where George Lucas was explaining the true power of the Millennium Falcon and it made me think about the comparisons to an artists’ journey. I know this sounds cheesy as hell… but come along for the journey anyway.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/millenniumfalcon

A Guide To Tasting Whisky Mar 27, 2023

In celebration of "International Whisky Day," I thought I'd re-release this episode. (originally aired 6/7/2019) Whether you consider yourself a bourbon consumer or maybe you've always been curious about diving into the world of whiskey but find yourself unsure how to approach a dram in a way that allows you to appreciate it to the fullest.

Join me as I sit down with master taster John French at Bullet Whiskey in Louisville Kentucky as you learn how to take your whiskey-tasting experience to the next level.

This episode is brought to you by Bullet Frontier Whiskey and Diagio International.

www.bulleit.com

www.diageo.com

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/whiskeyguide

Remix: ”IRISH STORYTELLING & THE ART OF CONVERSATION” (FEAT. MORRISSEY’S ROY CONNAUGHTON) Mar 16, 2023

Whether you’re at a pub, a coffee shop, or in line at the DMV, striking up a conversation with a stranger can be intimidating. That said, I’m convinced it’s one of foundations of living a curious life.

You may just have a kind interaction but you never know, you may be sitting across from a future close friend, or in Roy Connaughton’s case, a future friend and your future Irish Pub co-owner.

(Originally aired in 2020.) With the convenient distraction of a cell phone in our pocket at all times, we’ve never had an easier excuse to not strike up a conversation, but Roy says that it’s not that simple. Growing up in Ireland pre-cellphones and social media, there’s always been an excuse to not strike up a conversation but you can get over that hurdle… you never know where in the world life will take you!

Roy Connaughton is one of the owners of Morrissey’s Irish Pub in Minneapolis, MN, and a new friend of mine and I wasn’t expecting how deep this conversation ended up going. This my friends is why I do this.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/q75?rq=irish

※ Eleanor Roosevelt’s Guide To Social Media [Daily Guinness] Mar 08, 2023

My music friends and I often look at 'Social Media' as a 'necessary evil' of sorts. Something we feel like we need to do, but would rather just delete our accounts. This idea changed all of that for me.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/eleanorroosevelt

※ I Wish I Could Go Back And Change This! [Daily Guinness] Mar 04, 2023

I recently heard Austin Butler talk about an approach to acting when he was younger that hindered him. It turns out, the same applies to music and most other artistic endeavors.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/austinbutlerlistening

※ 5 Things I Learned From ”The Toys That Made Us” [Daily Guinness] Feb 23, 2023

When I learned to learn metaphorically... it even changed the way I watched Netflix.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/thetoysthatmadeus

※ The Deathbed Game [Daily Guinness] Feb 15, 2023

On process, presence, procrastination, and "Fly-over Days."

📍 Minneapolis, MN

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/thedeathbedgame

Question № 82 | Are you a ’Gardener’ or an ’Architect’? (feat. Joel Bowers + Terry Esau) Feb 14, 2023

Henri J.M. Nouwen once said, “I have always been complaining that my work was constantly interrupted; then I realized that the interruptions were my work.” Join me as I sit down, over coffee, with my friends Joel Bowers and Terry Esau to talk about the pursuit of a life of purpose and life’s dance between the planned and the unknown.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/gardenerorarchitect

※ The Breaking Bad Guide To Saying Yes [Daily Guinness] Jan 31, 2023

We never know what’s going to lead to something more… but that hope is probably the wrong reason to say "Yes!"

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/breakingbad

※ Becoming A Professional Stranger [Daily Guinness] Jan 30, 2023

After almost two decades of traveling the world with music, I’ve realized the beauty of learning to become a professional stranger.

Let’s talk about bids for connection and what Pete Holmes calls, “Social-Grace Ping Pong”

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/professionalstranger

※ Even Steven: Seinfeld’s Guide to Artistic Confidence [Daily Guinness] Jan 27, 2023

We’ve all lost a gig. I was just talking to a friend about their recent experiment and was reminded of an episode of Seinfeld I watched last night.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/evensteven

※ Let’s live for a beautiful funeral. [Daily Guinness feat. Joel Bowers] Jan 13, 2023

My buddy Joel has been to hundreds of funerals and shares a thought on what lives lead to the most beautiful ones.

www.thecuriouspod.com

※ Resolutions, Tap Lines, and ‘The Flow’ [Daily Guinness] Jan 12, 2023

How a chance encounter at a pub in Ireland is helping me redefine how I look at New-Years Resolutions.

📍Larrigy's Pub, Kilbeggan Ireland

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/dg/theflow

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ BECOMING FIVE STARS pt. 1 (feat. Alex Young) Sep 09, 2022

What's the difference between a four-star hotel and a five-star hotel? Better yet... What's the difference between a four-star musician and a five-star musician?

📍 Pendry Hotel, Park City Utah

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/fivestars

※ ”Hot Sauce & Hard Music” [Daily Guinness] Aug 30, 2022

“Well… maybe that’s the point of it…”

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/hotsauce

※ You’re Delusional Till You’re Not [Daily Guinness] Aug 20, 2022

A chance encounter at Journeyman Distillery in Three Oaks, MI brings a reminder of the eternal hunt, shared by anyone creating anything…

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/delusional

※ Caitlyn Smith’s Zone Focus! [Daily Guinness] Aug 10, 2022

All creativity informs all creativity. All art informs all art. I'm in Long Island, New York Performing with Caitlyn Smith, and turns out... how she views connecting with large audiences from the stage reminds me a lot of a technique used by New York street photographers from the 1970s...

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/zonefocus

The Curious Doctrine of Horcruxes Jul 18, 2022

A story about the everyday objects we keep close and the meaning we place in them.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/horcruxes

※ Nobody Wants To Listen To Your Music! [Daily Guinness] Jun 08, 2022

It sounds negative... but it's the reminder and the mindset that's had THE GREATEST positive impact on everything I've ever made!

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/nobodywantsit

※ Robert Green On Mastery [Daily Guinness] Jun 03, 2022

I often have the temptation to put people I admire, who are masters at their craft, on a pedestal. Robert Greene's thoughts on mastery have been a massive help in my realization that we all have the potential to be a master.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/mastery

※ Managing Dopamine and Motivation [Daily Guinness] Jun 02, 2022

I recently learned there are two journeys to dopamine, easy access or meaningful pursuit, and how you get there makes all the difference in the world.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/dopamine

※ Commas And Periods [Daily Guinness] May 31, 2022

Turns out, it's a choice...

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/commasandperiods

※ “If You Look Better, You’ll Sound Better” [Daily Guinness] May 15, 2022

Some musicians may find this my most controversial opinion ever… But I’m right.

You can still be “All about the music“ while understanding that people don’t go to shows with their eyes closed. If you play live, not only do you need to put in the work of finding your musical voice on your instrument, but you also need to find your unique sense of style.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/soundandstyle

※ ”Giving It A Shot” Is About Saying No [Daily Guinness] May 09, 2022

www.thecuriouspod.com

Question № 81 | Why not give it a shot? (feat. Kieran Folliard) Apr 26, 2022

Do you have an idea you’re sitting on, but you’ve been hesitant to give it a shot?

Maybe it’s new and you’re nervous. Maybe you don’t know where to start. Maybe you do, but the logistics seem daunting… Kieran Folliard knows what that feels like but thinks you should still give it a shot!

Kieran’s name is synonymous with Irish pubs in the Twin Cities and he just released a new Irish whiskey called Red Locks. But our story doesn’t start there… almost 10 years ago, Sarah and I got our engagement photos taken at his pub The Local and his previous whiskey endeavor sponsored our wedding!

Join us for a conversation over Red Locks Irish Whiskey about how that came about, strapping up your knees to give your ideas a shot, and what stands in the way.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/q81

※ Stay In Your Lane! [Daily Guinness] Apr 22, 2022

For the past few years, I've given multiple creative endeavors a shot outside my 'lane' of being a bass player. Like this podcast! Let's talk about some of the frustrating parts that come alongside that process...

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/stayinyourlane

WSD! Pt. VI - Keeping A Log Apr 18, 2022

Pick any day in the past 6 years... I can tell you EXACTLY where I was and what happened. It's not because I have the best memory in the world, far from it! It's because of something I do called "Logging" - It only takes a couple of minutes each morning and it's one of the most curiously rewarding habits or commitments I've ever made.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/writeshitdown

WSD! Pt. V - ”El Hitlist” Apr 11, 2022

Two conversations have changed the way I look at To-Do lists. One, I had with my friend Cory Wong. The other, I overheard with writer/director Robert Rodriguez. But I don't feel like talking about it...

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/writeshitdown

“The Room Wrote It!” [INTERLUDE] Mar 22, 2022

Let's talk about ideas, the ego, creative collaboration... my insecurity... and how I got all of this WRONG for years!

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/writeshitdown

WSD! Pt. III - Give your ideas some freakin space! Mar 18, 2022

A few years back, I found myself in a conversation with B.J. Novak while we were both waiting for our luggage at LAX...

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/writeshitdown

WSD! Pt. II - Taking notes on Podcasts & Audiobooks Mar 15, 2022

In Pt. II of this mini-series I'm calling, "Write Sh*t Down!" I dive into the method I've developed of taking notes while listening to podcasts and audiobooks. It's totally different from when you're reading and this Sh*t's important! What you're listening to lately MATTERS and is a reflection of, not only your own curiosity but also your friends', and you'll want to keep track of it, here's why...

www.thecuriouspod.com

WSD! Pt. I - ”Write Sh*t Down!” Mar 10, 2022

A curious introduction into my habits & techniques of collecting, editing, organizing, and referencing EVERYTHING IN LIFE that I find interesting.

Pt. I - Where it started.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/writeshitdown

※ The Mistake Of Avoiding Mistakes [Daily Guinness] Mar 08, 2022

File Under: "A Curious Endeavor" (Life)

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/mistakes

Listen to Michael Shynes On Spotify HERE

※ Interest Begets Invitations (A Curious Maxim) Mar 05, 2022

My friends and I are given free shit ALL THE TIME! This is why...

www.thecuriouspod.com

The Misunderstanding Of Manifesting (or “Harry Potter, Oak Trees, Magnetism, and The Curious Maxim of Self-Assignment”) Mar 01, 2022

For the longest time, I misunderstood what “manifesting” was.

I used to think it was the belief that you can somehow attract what you want. I now realize it’s the understanding that you simply attract what you are.

File Under: #ACurious Endeavor ( #Life )

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/manifesting

※ How To Make Fun Of Your Boss... [Daily Guinness] Feb 10, 2022

File Under: Relationships, Backstage

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/makingfun

※ A Desk Full Of Cards [Daily Guinness] Feb 08, 2022

As a musician, writer, artist, and human, I’ve realized... the unfortunate temptation, when seeing someone who’s good at something you’re not, is the temptation to assume it comes “naturally” to them.

As I was going through my Papa’s desk a couple of weeks ago, I found a stack of letters, never sent, never opened. That changed the way I’ll prioritize relationships and music for the rest of my life.

File Under: #Relationships #talent #success #deathandgrief

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/deskfullofcards

⚓︎ ”CONGRATS! YOU’RE NOW MORE HUMAN.” (on death and grief) Feb 05, 2022

My grandfather passed away a couple of weeks ago.

Papa and I were extremely close so, I just haven’t had it in me to record a podcast or be on social-media up till now. (Thanks to everyone who reached out to me to check in!)

Between this and Sarah’s mom passing recently, the two of us have become what I’ve been referring to as, “students of grief” and one thing I’ve realized is, when confronted with something like this in life, it’s easy to view it as a glitch in the Matrix, an affront to our humanity. But as painful as it may be… the opposite is actually true.

Before I move on with the podcast and everyday life, I asked Sarah to sit down to talk about it on the podcast.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/ondeathandgrief

※ Should You Record and Watch Yourself Perform? [Daily Guinness] Jan 16, 2022

For years, as a musician and performance artist, I thought the answer was, “Of course! It can only make you better.” Now… I’ve realized the answer isn’t so cut and dry…

File Under: Performing, Music, The Arts

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/recordingyourself

※ Looking At It Like A Taproom [Daily Guinness] Jan 14, 2022

I had a conversation recently with a buddy about branding and his upcoming social-media game-plan. Later that night, I found myself at a bar with Sarah complaining about how many IPAs were on tap, and suddenly… I realized they were connected.

File Under: Social Media, Branding, Relationships, Outside The Notes

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/tapsandtrying

※ Everything You Need Is Surrounding You [Daily Guinness] Jan 12, 2022

File Under: A Curious Endeavor (Life)

feat. Ben Rosenbush

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/everythingyouneed

※ Cake And Coldplay [Daily Guinness] Jan 11, 2022

You need to be betting on yourself this year.

File Under: Creative Journey

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/cakeandcoldplay

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Nicole Serrano on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Q3Bf69OLRJEZBigSjtUs5?si=6MoyLXpfT4mCyA6_TVR_zw

※ I Wanna Poke Your Beer! [Daily Guinness] Jan 10, 2022

Have you ever heard of Beer Poking or “Bierstacheln” as they say in Germany?

File Under: Beer, Travel, Food & Drink

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/beerpoking

※ How To Fake Extreme Talent [Daily Guinness] Jan 07, 2022

I once heard a cinematographer talk about what separates professional actors from everyone else and what he said changed the way I’ll approach sessions and gigs for the rest of my life.

File Under: Secrets Shared, Creative Process

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/extremetalent

※ Reframing Energy [Daily Guinness] Jan 07, 2022

File Under: Auditions, Creative Process, Live Performance

For years, I had no idea what my true job was as a musician. Whether it was an audition or a rehearsal at a gig I already landed, I approached it all the same… try and figure out what the artist liked, and do whatever I could to impress them. That’s how you keep getting work, no? This is what I wish someone would have told me fifteen years ago.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/auditions

※ If They’ve Clicked, They’ve Asked [Daily Guinness] Jan 05, 2022

Whether it's for social media or for your website, sitting down to write your "Bio" is enough to trigger any musician's gag reflex. Grab a pint of Guinness and I'll share about how an artist helped me get over feeling like a used car salesman and the template I use every time I write a bio.

_____ "Links? Surely you can’t be serious?!” "I am serious. And don’t call me Shirley!” THE MAP - thecuriouspod.com/map THE WEBSITE - thecuriouspod.com THE HOTLINE - (612) 584-9330

※ All Measurement Is A Compromise Of Circumstance [Daily Guinness] Jan 04, 2022

Give us this day, our daily Guinness.

_____ "Links? Surely you can’t be serious?!” "I am serious. And don’t call me Shirley!” THE MAP - thecuriouspod.com/map THE WEBSITE - thecuriouspod.com Here's the Adam Savage video I found this talk from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qE7dYhpI_bI&t=6s

※ The Directions Are On The Glass [Daily Guinness] Jan 02, 2022

I was in Chicago when I stumbled on THE SMALLEST BELGIUM BEER BAR IN THE WORLD! When my beer was poured incorrectly, It made me think of how I want to approach every creative project in 2022.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/glassdirections

Question № 80 | Should I Fold Or Ante Up? (feat. Zane Lamprey) Jan 01, 2022

SO IT BEGINS AGAIN! And I can’t think of a better way…

Zane Lamprey is constantly being told that he has the best job in the world hosting Three Sheets, Drinking Made Easy, Chug, and Four Sheets, where he traveled the globe, learning about different cultures by sampling libations with the locals.

Join Zane and Rob as they sit down over a pint at Utepils Brewing in Minneapolis for the conversation about life, identity, and the creative journey.

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Show Notes & Behind The Scenes: thecuriouspod.com/questions/zanelamprey

Location Map: thecuriouspod.com/map

Website: thecuriouspod.com

A Guide To Getting A Real Christmas Tree Nov 23, 2021

Why should I buy a Christmas tree on the coldest day possible? What should I look for when picking out a Christmas tree? What tree is going to smell the best or stay green the longest? Pine or Fir? Is it true you should put sugar or aspirin in your Christmas tree water to help it live longer? What does it mean for Christmas trees to be ethically sourced and why should I care?

If you’re thinking about getting a real Christmas tree this year, this podcast episode is for you!

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/christmastreeguide

Question № 79 | Why Aren’t Crafts Considered Fine Art? (feat. Amy Sands) Jul 27, 2021

This episode is dedicated to the countless beautiful handmade items found in our homes, made by our Mothers and Grandmothers that we as a society call “Crafts” even though we know damn well…

We should be calling them “Art”.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/artsandcrafts

※ The Sacred Art of Guy Fieri [Daily Guinness] Jun 24, 2021

(on life, death, and the unknowable impact of what you’re currently making.)

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/sacredart

A Guide To Getting Your First Tattoo Jun 12, 2021

Getting your first tattoo can be intimidating. How bad does it hurt? How do you book an appointment or pick an artist? What can you expect; from the moment you step into a tattoo parlor, to leaving with your fresh new ink?

Whether you’ve been thinking about getting your first tattoo or simply curious about what it’s like, this entertaining audio guide is guaranteed to replace any hesitation, fear, or questions you may have with informed confidence.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/atattooguide

Don't Should Your Pants! May 25, 2021

I’ve been talking a lot on the podcast about looking forward.

Let’s talk about looking back.

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You May Not Want To Hear This... May 19, 2021

We need to talk about that last episode, your future, and time travel. You may not want to hear this.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/timetravel

“The Kingdom Of Comfort” (a story about defining risk and overcoming my addiction to certainty) Mar 15, 2021

Have you ever felt like you were supposed to step into something new in life, but were apprehensive because you had more questions than answers?

So much of how the world talks about success doesn’t acknowledge the fact that, oftentimes, taking the next step is a lot like that scene in Indiana Jones where he takes the “Leap of Faith” from the rock cliff.

You’re comfortable where you’re at! There are a million reasons not to jump, maybe most of your friends are even telling you not to! But you know in your gut there’s something more for you waiting somewhere out there in the darkness and unknown.

This is the most vulnerable podcast episode I’ve ever recorded, one that brought me to tears, because this convo isn’t about that successful moment when your foot lands on solid ground…

It’s about the split-second free fall that nobody talks about, and I’ve been in it for the past few years…

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/kingdomofcomfort

“THE MYTH OF INTENTIONALITY” (My most controversial musical belief!) Feb 27, 2021

Today’s podcast “THE MYTH OF INTENTIONALITY” is my most controversial musical belief and is going to piss a ton of musicians off!

ALL music is JUST A SERIES OF CHOICES PEOPLE MADE OUT OF PERSONAL PREFERENCE. Once you understand this, you are FREE!!!

Your gear doesn’t matter. There is no “right choice.” That “iconic” sound your favorite brilliant musician or artist came up with? Chances are, they stumbled on it by accident.

It’s 2:45 am and I’ve just had just enough ramen and sake to loosen my lips. Sarah’s getting ready for bed, let’s talk about “THE MYTH OF INTENTIONALITY”

http://thecuriouspod.com/questions/themyth

Get shit out of your head! (Why your ideas are constipating you into a funk.) Feb 23, 2021

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How Whiskey Taught Me To Taste Music Feb 10, 2021

It was only after I changed my questions that music and whiskey really started to get interesting.

www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/whiskyandmusic

Christopher Plummer and the "Paradox of Pain, Sadness, and Talent.” Feb 08, 2021

I used to think it was all the great things that happened in my life - my wins, my successes, that would connect and endear me to others. I used to think that it was happiness that leads to talent.

But after revisiting a 1964 interview with Christopher Plummer who passed away this week (best known for his role as Captain Von Trapp in The Sound of Music) I was reminded, maybe it’s actually out of pain and sadness that most talent and deep personal connection grow out of.

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Can you bullet-proof yourself against failure? (feat. Tim Ferriss) Jan 29, 2021

My entire life seems to have been frustration after frustration, trying to figure out what the “next right thing” to focus on should be.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/specializedgeneralist

“THE KING IS DEAD… LONG LIVE THE KING!” (12 Things I learned from Larry King that changed my life.) Jan 27, 2021

A mentor of mine passed away this weekend.

He was 87 and possibly the most curious person of all time.

He made a living by talking, but would constantly tell me things like, “I never learn a thing while I’m talking. I realize every morning that nothing I say today will teach me anything, so if I’m going to learn a lot today, I’ll have to do it by listening.”

He changed my life in more ways than one and he’s the reason I had the confidence to start my podcast, but here’s the strangest part about our relationship…

I never met the man.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/larryking

"Letter From Birmingham Jail" (read by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr) Jan 18, 2021

https://www.africa.upenn.edu/Articles_Gen/Letter_Birmingham.html

4 Tips For Artists Negotiating Your Fee With Venues and Booking Agents (Audio Essay) Nov 16, 2020

Are you a Solo Artist or Singer-Songwriter that's experienced frustration when it comes to negotiating your fee with venues and booking agents?

A friend recently voiced their frustration saying, "it is bullshit to pay a solo artist less than a full band for the same amount of performance time..."

Because I understand what it's like to be frustrated with the commerce side of music, instead of just saying, "Well, that's just the way things work." I decided to explain HOW venues approach compensation and give a couple of action steps because YOU DESERVE TO GET PAID FOR YOUR MUSIC!

Here was my reply...

A Guide To “Thinking & Drinking" (feat. Leslee Miller) Oct 30, 2020

Here’s a question I’ve been wondering lately, “Can food and drink be a tool for mental travel in the time of COVID while we’re all stuck at home?” Hell yes it can! But you'll have to go about it the right way. I’ve realized, if we can learn to implement Sommelier Leslee Miller’s philosophy of “Thinking & Drinking,” maybe we can get our mouth, nose, and eyes abroad… even if the rest of our body can’t. Join me on the podcast as we head to a Salzburg Austria, and enter a schnapps shop resembling a store right out of a Harry Potter novel, where I learned… maybe drinking before noon doesn’t have to lead to drunkenly stumbling back onto a Sound of Music tour bus. *** GUEST LINKS: Leslee Miller: https://amuseewine.com/ Sip Better: https://www.sipbetter.com/meetleslee Amsterdam City Walk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LsXPFOKdjSI Music: THUNDERBIRD by Ryan Taubert *** Friends, if you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping the show continue! Or better yet, BUY SOME MERCH! www.thecuriouspod.com/store For show notes and past guests, please visit thecuriouspod.com/questions Sign up for Rob’s email newsletter (“⟁”) at therobmorgan.com/newsletter Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map *** Follow Rob: Instagram: In stagram.com/therobmorgan Facebook: facebook.com/therobmorgan YouTube: youtube.com/therobmorgan Web: www.therobmorgan.com

Question № 78 | Is there no truth? Are there only stories? (feat. T.D MISCHKE) Oct 22, 2020

I’ve had a major problem doing this podcast… If I want to become a better bassist, I know where to look. There are professionals I can ask for lessons and advice on anything from tools to techniques. But where does one look if their goal is to become A Curious Person? Is there anyone who’s gone before and paved the way? Someone who’s questions are endless. Someone who understands that the human experience is a one-way ticket on a train that seems to be picking up speed. Someone who’s cultivated an insatiable appetite to learn about and listen to as many different personal stories, views, experiences, and thoughts as possible. There is such a man, his name… T.D. Mischke. My friends, if there was ever an episode that took a nose dove deep into what it means to be A Curious Person, this is it. Listen with caution. It may change everything. *** GUEST LINKS: T.D. Mischke's Podcast, "The Mischke Roadshow" - https://mischkeroadshow.com/ Instagram: @tdmischke *** Friends, if you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping the show continue!
For show notes and past guests, please visit thecuriouspod.com/questions Sign up for Rob’s email newsletter (“⟁”) at therobmorgan.com/newsletter Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map *** Follow Rob: Instagram: In stagram.com/therobmorgan Facebook: facebook.com/therobmorgan YouTube: youtube.com/therobmorgan Web: www.therobmorgan.com

Lisa Kudrow's Advice For Performers and "The Contagiousness of Energy" Oct 08, 2020

I was recently listening to an interview with Lisa Kudrow (best known for acting on F.R.I.E.N.D.S.) In it, she talked about how, if you’re stepping on stage to perform, your NUMBER 1 PRIORITY is to be confident, relaxed, and comfortable.

“The audience is uncomfortable if you’re uncomfortable.”

I’ve known for years that, when we step on stage, we set the tone of the room but here’s the deal…

I haven’t been spending as much time on stage these past few months, but I’ve been wondering if this is true in my everyday life as well. Is energy contagious? What would it look like if I was as intentional about my energy say… when we walk into a room or jump on a zoom call lately?

I feel cheezy as hell talking about this stuff sometimes, but man, I wish someone would have told me years ago that we all have this low-key superpower we're not tapping into called, setting the tone.

www.thecuriouspod.com | (612) 584-9330 | Intro Song: Wild Pony Music

We Got COVID! (Why you should stop listening to EVERYone’s opinions) Oct 01, 2020

Thank you to those that have reached out, noticing that the podcast suddenly stopped this month and that I’ve been absent from social media.

Following a week in bed with a stomach bug at the top of September, once I was FINALLY feeling better, Sarah and I both contracted COVID and were completely wiped out… scary stuff!

Interestingly, even with the numbers so high, it’s hard to wrap my mind around (1 million deaths worldwide, 200k deaths and 7.2 million JUST IN THE U.S.!) I still had a ton of friends saying that Sarah and I were the first people they knew personally who got it.

So, I pulled out the ol’ camcorder and recorded a video talking about what our experience looked like. (Testing, symptoms, and recovery) but first… we need to talk about all the opinions floating around out there.

Everyone seems to have a Medical Degree from Facebook University and when it comes to something serious like this… it can become pretty overwhelming.

Feck Perfuction by James Victore: https://amzn.to/3jgfrS9

Watch the video version of this on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCzrvY8ty98&t=214s&fbclid=IwAR3e0NfR3HMh4RQF-cl8Oikv8srqNtyTuGJ836EHrhuJNTu0VVGifbV-9cg

www.thecuriouspod.com | (612) 584-9330 | Intro Song: Wild Pony Music

Is Apathy The Opposite of Patriotism? (feat. Dan Rodriguez) | Question № 77 Sep 09, 2020

Visit Dan Rodriguez online at: https://www.danrodriguezmusic.com/

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Scheduling Happiness (feat. Cory Wong) Sep 03, 2020

With all the shit that’s been happening in 2020, have you ever thought about scheduling happiness in your life?

Me neither. UNTIL I sat down with my friend Cory a couple of years ago and he told me about how he makes a point to make sure he intentionally sets aside time each week to mark off a couple of things I would have NEVER thought about putting on a to-do list.

So, I tried it for myself and I just realized today it’s become a habit in my life and also the reason you’ll never run into me without a 3M sticky note in my wallet.

So, grab an americano, pull up a chair, and join Cory and me and he talks about why we need, now more than ever, to be scheduling happiness in our week.

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My Original Episode w/ Cory: https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/2017/11/14/question-24-how-do-i-compare-myself-to-other-people-without-wanting-to-quit-feat-cory-wong?rq=cory%20wong

Cory's Podcast, "Wong Notes": https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wong-notes/id1513405224

www.thecuriouspod.com | (612) 584-9330 | Intro Song: Wild Pony Music

聞く “Coffee On The Rum” Sep 01, 2020

聞く “Coffee On The Rum”

September 31st, 2020_7:06am_Light Rain_Rum River

We loaded up the motorcycles and rode North under blue skies. Away from the city, away from the noise, and away from the madness of 2020. And then came the rain.

A quote by George Santayana comes to mind, “We need sometimes to escape into open solitudes, into aimlessness, into the moral holiday of running some pure hazard, in order to sharpen the edge of life, to taste hardship and to be compelled to work desperately for a moment no matter what.” That’s why you’ll never hear me complain about the rain.

There are countless concerts I’ve played, cities I’ve wandered, or days I’ve simply spent outdoors with strikingly perfect weather. These memories, although enjoyable, seem to find their way into the commonplace of my memory, simply labeled, “Past”.

But days who’s plans were interrupted by rain… the edge of those memories have been sharpened.

Those, I always seem to remember.

Note For The Curious: While traveling, I often like to throw on headphones and listen to ambient audio of rain & thunder – whether trying to fall asleep on a plain/noisy hotel or even just to center myself for a few moments before a big show. Because of that, I created a TWO HOUR long audio clip of this. If you’d like it, download it for free on the podcast website.

聞く is a curious endeavor into the heart of listening through the art of binaural recording. Best listened to with the highest quality headphones you can get your hands on.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/binaural

+++ Daily Guinness - Micro Death Aug 28, 2020

Friends, this is a massive step outside my comfort zone…

I’ve decided to start implementing videos with some of my Daily Guinness episodes on the podcast. I’m not sure what it’s going to turn into but like all things, it has to start somewhere.

So, to toast the one thing we must all experience in order to grow… the death of comfort… let’s talk about my new theory of “Micro Death” and what that means when living a curious life because, If Life’s Not Binary, Why Would Death Be?

Grab your favorite pipe and join me in the cemetery at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XS90_oq45vg

www.thecuriouspod.com | (612) 584-9330 | Intro Song: Wild Pony Music

+++ Daily Guinness - Let’s talk about fear… Aug 25, 2020

I was on a flight home from Amsterdam last year when I watched FREE SOLO.

It’s a documentary about Alex Honnold free-climbing Yosemite’s El Capitan. Right away, I knew Alex and I had nothing in common – I mean… I hate heights and I’m 6’6”… do you even know what it’s like living with that kind of daily contradiction???

Then, he started talking about fear and and I realized: to some, playing on stages in front of thousands of people might as well be climbing massive cliff… let’s talk about what it takes to get comfortable with it or anything else for that matter…

Here’s the interview referenced in this episode:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5V0ZJQor9M

www.thecuriouspod.com | (612) 584-9330 | Intro Song: Wild Pony Music

+++ Daily Guinness - Is this photo worth taking? Aug 23, 2020

“Is this photo worth taking?”

…it’s a question rendered almost obsolete in the age of cellphones and digital cameras that used to be asked by film photographers regularly. (due to the fact that every frame costs something)

Now, the only question we ask ourselves is, “Is this photo worth posting online or printing?”

“But Rob, I’m a songwriter/musician/painter/writer/graphic designer, I don’t give a crap about photography… what the hell does this have to do with me and my creative process?”

Great question you obscurely made up question asker that exists in my head…

It has EVERYTHING to do with how you decide if an idea you have is good or not. Now that I think of it, maybe it has to do more with the WHEN you decide…

Join me on today’s Daily Guinness to talk about why you should be intentionally separating the CAPTURING and CURATION of your ideas in your creative process.

www.thecuriouspod.com | (612) 584-9330 | Intro Song: Wild Pony Music

Question 76 | How did you become friends with Prince? (feat. Andrea Swensson) Aug 19, 2020

Simply put, Andrea Swensson is a badass. Want to know how to get wine stains out of white linen? You go to The Pope. Want to know what’s happening in the Minneapolis music scene? You go to Andrea. Andrea’s best known for her old job as writer for City Pages… and her new job as writer and host at Minnesota Public Radio’s The Current, where she hosts The Local Show… or maybe you’ve read her book, “Got to Be Something Here: The Rise of the Minneapolis Sound”… or maybe you know her for hosting “The Official Prince Podcast.” What’s a “Music Archivist”? What advice do you have for artists reaching out to you to promote their music? What are your thoughts on diversity in the Minnesota music scene? And seriously… did prince really personally invite you over to his place to hang out?? Join me on today’s episode where we talk about all of this and more and to find out how you can win some Guinness swag and a signed copy of her book “Got to be Something Here.” (LINK IN BIO) Also, MASSIVE thank you to Du Nord who are sponsoring the safety and sanitization of the podcast right now to make sure we’re taking every possible step to protect myself and guests by providing clean & sterile recording gear for these in-person recordings. www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/andreaswensson (612) 584-9330

+++ Daily Guinness - “Temporary Local Travel” Aug 13, 2020

Have I ever told you about my theory of being a “Temporary Local Traveler”?

It’s all about realizing that you can go to another country and never really experience what it truly means to be a traveler. Sometimes, it just takes the realization that brand new experiences and cultures might just be waiting for you across the street if we’re open for them.

Join me on today’s Daily Guinness episode where I tell the story of what inspired the curious doctrine of “Temporary Local Travel.”

www.thecuriouspod.com | (612) 584-9330 | Intro Song: Wild Pony Music

+++ Daily Guinness - "Never Rush, Never Stop" Aug 11, 2020

Whether I’m getting home from a tour or a trip, right when I step in the door, I want to sit down and take a moment to relax. Maybe get a little social-media Doomscroll sesh in. Just give me a min, I want to relax.

Sarah’s approach is the complete opposite and, as I was thinking about it this morning, implementing the core concept of her strategy into my everyday life during COVID has been saving my ass – especially when looking down the loaded barrel of an empty day.

Join me on today’s Daily Guinness episode on the podcast as I talk about what it is and why I – being the moody, emotional sunofabitch that I am – need it so much. Maybe you do too.

www.thecuriouspod.com | (612) 584-9330

聞く “Light Rain & Rolling Thunder” Aug 10, 2020

聞く “Light Rain & Rolling Thunder”

August 10th, 2020_1:58am_My Home Front Porch_Minneapolis, MN

Last night was INSANE! I absolutely love thunderstorms, but I’ve never experienced an entire night of constant, non-stop, rolling thunder and lightning like what happened last night here in Minneapolis. It was so incredible that, although I could barely keep my eyes open, I grabbed my binaural recording setup and headed to the front porch to capture a field recording of it. Give it a listen on the podcast.

Note For The Curious: While traveling, I often like to throw on headphones and listen to ambient audio of rain & thunder – whether trying to fall asleep on a plain/noisy hotel or even just to center myself for a few moments before a big show. Because of that, I created a TWO HOUR long audio clip of this. If you’d like it, download it for free on the podcast website. (Link Below)

聞く is a curious endeavor into the heart of listening through the art of binaural recording. Best listened to with the highest quality headphones you can get your hands on.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/binaurathunderstorm

“Waves, Commas, Periods, and Surfing” (Career advice from Neil Patrick Harris) Aug 08, 2020

Five years ago, I got back from the biggest gig of my life opening for my all-time favorite band, The Foo Fighters, when my music career dried up almost overnight.

It took me two years to realize that the dry spell I was in was a comma, not a period, and if someone would have told me what I share on today’s Daily Guinness episode, it would have saved me quite a bit of confusion and a couple of years thinking that my music career was over.

The Off Camera Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7bS-I7swn1w

+++ Daily Guinness - Where do great ideas come from? Aug 07, 2020

I’ve spent the greater part of my musical journey surrounded by the obsession of trying to come up with “original” ideas.

I mean, that’s how it works right? Songwriters don’t want to get sued with an accidental copyright infringement and backing-musicians are constantly trying to come up with ways to stand out from the hordes of others trying to land the same gig.

The problem is, constantly obsessing about whether my ideas are “original” or not is one of the fastest ways to take me out of the moment, stop listening to myself, and ensures that the mystical flow of ideas is almost certainly shut off.

Maybe, instead of obsessing if it’s “original” or not… maybe the goal is to simply cultivate as many great ideas as possible. But how the hell do I go about doing that? Enter: David Lynch. One of the most creative and original artists of our time.

On today’s Daily Guinness, I share some of his thoughts on where ideas come from and how to “catch” as many as possible.

David Lynch Audio Curtesy of: BAMorg & The Atlantic

Question 75 // Is Photography Binary? (feat. Lucas Botz) Aug 05, 2020

Man, whether or not you consider yourself a photographer, photography is engrained into our everyday lives. Now, every one of us has a quality camera in our pockets at all times and because of that, I’ve been thinking a lot about the Art & Ethics of it lately.

Is it appropriate to be taking selfies at places like memorials or protests? Is it appropriate to film strangers on the street any time we want? Is there a way to take a photo while still staying in the moment? Can cameras be a tool for social justice? What’s the difference between a pro and an amateur photographer? Is there a benefit to shooting film in the digital age?

I have a ton of questions but – like most things in life – I have a feeling that the answers… if there are any… won’t be binary.

Join me as I sit down with professional photographer, Lucas Botz, over coffee as we talk about all this and more.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/lucasbotz

+++ Daily Guinness - Buy the bar a round! Jul 31, 2020

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+++ Daily Guinness - Guinness Float? Gross! We’ll take two… Jul 30, 2020

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+++ Daily Guinness - Routines vs Practices Jul 29, 2020

Read Ryan Holiday's Article Here: https://mailchi.mp/ryanholiday/will-you-choose-alive-time-or-dead-time-2835770?e=63c663d871

Unlocking your palate with “Hyper Specific Tasting Notes” Jul 28, 2020

This morning, my coffee smelled like a Wendy’s crispy chicken sandwich and I couldn’t have been more pumped about it. Here’s why…

Two years ago, I interviewed wine Sommelier and professional badass, Leslee Miller who taught me a phrase – “Thinking and Drinking” – that turned my curiosity on overdrive about expanding my palate for tasting different food and drinks.

I realized that – for years – when trying to describe the smell or taste of something, I was actually asking myself “What SHOULD I be smelling and tasting?” instead of “What AM I smelling and tasting?”

So I came up with a game I call “Hyper Specific Tasting Notes.” My friends and I do it all the time now and now, a couple years later, it’s changed the way I eat and drink.

For the curious, join me on today’s Daily Guinness episode as I talk more about unlocking your palate with “Hyper Specific Tasting Notes”

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/question-32-how-would-sommelier-pair-wine-music-feat/id1231166203?i=1000407565409

“Omens vs Resistance” - Overthinking my weekend on the toilet! Jul 27, 2020

This is the picture of a plywood-walled toilet in a New York City restaurant, and the couple who spent thirteen minutes of their first date four inches from me having explosive diarrhea.

I knew it was their first date because I was listening to every word they said while I was doing that thing where you squeeze to try not to poop too loud when you know others can hear you. Maybe throwing a perfectly timed muffle-flush here and there.

Speaking of explosive diarrhea…

For 70+ hours this week/end, the only time my feet hit the floor was when they were taking me from my bed to the toilet.

Literally three days into this “Daily Guinness” podcast experiment and I’m stuck racking up frequent flyer miles on the stool pool, pouring my own “pint of proper”… if you catch my drift.

The timing of this was THE WORST and it got me thinking:

Chances are, you’re like me and have been thinking of starting something ballsy, new, and maybe a little scary. When shit hits the fan at the start

(or literally, “the porcelain” in my case)

Should we view these events as an “Omen” (via Paulo Coelho’s ‘The Alchemist) or “Resistance” (via Steven Pressfield’s ‘The War Of Art’)?

One hints that we should shift directions, the other dares us to push forward. They seem to contradict each other and I chat about it on today’s “Daily Guinness” episode.

The habit that changed me from a DREAMER to a DOER! (feat. Alex Grahmann) Jul 22, 2020

How do you go from someone with a ton of great ideas to actually acting on them?

Most people think the hardest part is coming up with great ideas or the acting on them. I disagree. Chances are, you have killer ideas coming to mind every day. Most of us haven’t gotten in the habit of keeping track of them, so they constantly evaporate into the universe.

Two years ago, I sat down over coffee to record Question #4 of the podcast with my friend Alex Grahmann who taught me that part of living a curious life is writing things down!

In today’s episode, I revisit part of our conversation, I talk about what approach I use to keep track of thoughts & ideas, and how this habit has transformed my life over the past two years of implementing it.

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My full orgiginal interview w/ Alex:

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/2017/5/8/question-4-what-can-you-learn-from-an-international-lego-building-champion-feat-alex-grahmann

+++ Daily Guinness 001 - Quitting The Addiction Of Comparison or “The Numbers Game” Jul 21, 2020

Today, I turned 35! EVERY DAY this year, I’ll be drinking a Guinness and recording a podcast as my friends and I define what it means to life a curious life!

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Today, I talk about “failure” and a mental addiction that took me YEARS to recognize and even longer to break the habit of.

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I call it “The Numbers Game” and it’s all about comparing my age and my life’s unique journey to that of others who I consider to be more successful than me.

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I’m sure you’ve never dealt with it… but just incase you have…

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WELCOME TO 聞く — A Journey Into The Heart Of Listening and Binaural Recording" (An Audio Essay) Jun 16, 2020

聞く is a curious endeavor into the heart of listening through the art of binaural recording. Best listened to with the highest quality headphones you can get your hands on, I hope you enjoy this audio version of my essay originally published here: https://medium.com/@therobmorgan/%E8%81%9E%E3%81%8F-a-journey-into-the-heart-of-listening-and-binaural-recording-f77c47a1640a

聞く George Floyd Square Jun 07, 2020

June 4th, 2020 - 9:46am - 38th & Chicago, Minneapolis MN - I live a block from where George Floyd was murdered at the hands of a Minneapolis Police officer last week, making international news and sparking protests all throughout the US. For the past week, the corner of 38th & Chicago has been ground zero for the Minneapolis protests and now, eleven days later, continues to be an emotional memorial site with thousands of people driving in each day to visit. It’s early, but there’s already a few hundred people at the memorial. A garbage truck empties a dumpster in the distance along with a couple food trucks showing up to donate free meals to hungry memorial-goers. About halfway through recording, a group of five people begin to ring bells and blow into rams horns and I move closer to hear better. I’m not sure what it is but the sound of the chanting makes me think it’s a spiritual group of some sort. 聞く is a curious endeavor into the heart of listening through the art of binaural recording. Best listened to with the highest quality headphones you can get your hands on. www.thecuriouspod.com | (612) 584-9330

What should white people do about “black tourism”? (feat. Derrick Keith Rollins Jr.) Jun 03, 2020

For those of you that I’m friends with on social media, you know that I live a block from the killing of George Floyd.

As angry and heartbroken as I am, I don’t feel right talking about my feelings at the the moment. It actually feels quite inappropriate.

An extremely important and valuable part of my community is in massive amounts of pain right now and rightfully so. They don’t feel safe, seen, or heard - So I’d like to use my podcast platform to do what I do best, listen and amplify thoughts, voices and life stories that need to be heard.

As always, I have no idea what the hell the future holds for the podcast so feel free to reach out on the podcast hotline if you know of someone who’d be a good guest.

This week, we’re revisiting a conversation with Derrick Keith Rollins Jr. A singer-songwriter best known by his stage name, “Reverend Doctor."

What should white people do about systemic racism? What’s it like to be the ’token black friend’? What does the transition from adorable black child to intimidating black adult look like when growing up in the midwest? What is racial tourism? This week, I sat down with Keith over coffee (remember getting coffee together???) to answer these questions and more.

https://www.thecuriouspod.com/

Relationship Advice For Quarantined Couples (feat. Amanda Nephew) Apr 28, 2020

Due to COVID-19, the past couple months have shifted just about every aspect of our lives including our relationships and living situations. Almost overnight, many of us found ourselves quarantined at home spending 24/7 with our partners and navigating these new waters often takes an extra level of intentionality.

So I decided to call up my friend Amanda Nephew, an LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) and an Adjunct Professor at University of Northwestern-St Paul, to see if she had any tactical advice for us all both personally and with our partners.

Join us as she explains why we need to be aware of our own personal “stress language” and gives a few tactile “To Do” and “Not To Do” things to consider at this time.

For Links and more info, visit: https://www.thecuriouspod.com/questions/quarantinedcouples

+++ Daily Guinness - Let's talk about the dangers of "Hustle Culture" during Self-Isolation Mar 28, 2020

A massive question my friends and I have been asking lately is, "How should I spend my time while stuck at home during this time of self-distancing?" A ton of people say you should "Hustle", make the most of this time, look for the opportunity in this situation, and spend it "CRUSHING IT!!!!" But... I don't always have that in me to 'make the most of this situation." I've found myself emotionally all over the spectrum this past week from creating to sitting on the couch, from connecting online to turning my phone off and just ignoring the world... here's what I've learned so far.

How Serious Is THE CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19), And What Actions Should We Take? (feat. Mike “Science Mike” McHargue) Mar 12, 2020

If you’re like me, it’s tough knowing who to listen to when it comes to media coverage on COVID-19, aka “The Coronavirus.” A quick GOOGLE search will simultaneously tell you that it’s no big deal, and also that it’s the end of the world. One look at some of the overreacting people I’ve seen at Target here in Minneapolis and you’d think it was the zombie apocalypse. I NEED UNBIASED INFORMATION GROUNDED IN FACTS and I’m curious: How serious is it, and what actions should we take? Thanks Science Mike for being a source of calm, intelligent, non-emotionally charged, information to help bring some clarity to the situation. Mike’s Website: https://mikemchargue.com/

Irish Storytelling & The Art Of Conversation (feat. Morrissey’s Roy Connaughton) Mar 10, 2020

Whether you’re at a pub, a coffee shop, or in line at the DMV, striking up a conversation with a stranger can be intimidating. That said, I’m convinced it’s one of foundations of living a curious life. You may just have a kind interaction but you never know, you may be sitting across from a future close friend, or in Roy Connaughton’s case, a future friend and your future Irish Pub co-owner. With the convenient distraction of a cell phone in our pocket at all times, we’ve never had an easier excuse to not strike up conversation, but Roy says that it’s not that simple. Growing up in Ireland pre-cellphones and social-media, there’s always been an excuse to not strike up conversation but it you can get over that hurdle… you never know where in the world life will take you! Roy Connaughton is one of the owners of Morrissey’s Irish Pub in Minneapolis, MN and a new friend of mine and I wasn’t expecting how deep this conversation ended up going. This my friends, is why I do this. ALSO! Next week, I’ll be at Morrissey’s hosting their St. Patrick’s Day 2020 celebrations! Come swing out and LET’S CHEERS over a pint of Guinness! For more information, visit: www.thecuriouspod.com/morrisseys

⟁ — WRITE SHIT DOWN! My process, tools, and approach. Mar 06, 2020

At first, I was going to talk about ⟁ (the new weekly newsletter) but quite a few of you have reached out to me already in the first week of it asking how I remember and keep track of everything I watch, read, listen to, overhear, or discover throughout the week so... grab a mug of English breakfast tea and join me in the studio as I break down my process in the hopes that it inspires you to stay curious and WRITE SHIT DOWN! Call The Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visis http://therobmorgan.com/newsletter to learn more and sign up for ⟁

Question 74 // How'd you become a chef? (feat. Shane Oporto & Special Guest Laura Lou) Feb 27, 2020

Shane Oporto is best known for his time as executive chef at Octo Fishbar and “Chef de Cuisine” at La Belle Vie. We talk about how, seemingly overnight, Shane went from working behind the scenes as a Chef to being asked to give interviews and being flown all over the world to cook for private events. Wait… that sounds a lot like my first gig with Owl City, being thrown on a private jet with my close friends to open for The Frey. I tell that too but it has me wondering… is there anything else bassists and chefs have in common? Laura Lou joins Shane and I for drinks at DeGidio’s Restaurant & Bar in St. Paul… let’s jump in a booth with some mics to see what happens. Call The Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit www.thecuriouspod.com for show-notes and guest info.

Question 73 // What’s the official cocktail of New Orleans? (feat. The Sazerac House) Feb 13, 2020

What’s the best way to really taste whisky? How are cocktails and ‘Coffee Houses’ historically connected? Can the way you order a cocktail make you a better traveler? What’s the official cocktail of New Orleans (seriously… it’s the only city in America that’s passed legislation to have an official cocktail!) and how can you make it at home?

Join Rob and Sarah as they travel to New Orleans to meet up with their friend Miguel Solorzano, the general manager of The Sazerac House, to answer these questions and more.

Recording Location: The Official Tasting Room on the 3rd floor of The Sazerac House in New Orleans

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Lefty: “What’re ya looking for?” Me: “I have no damn clue…” (or “What I ask when looking for a recommendation”) Jan 27, 2020

Sarah and I are smashing beignets at Cafe Du Monde in the French Quarter of New Orleans. We just left Euclid, a record store on the East side of town with a stack of vinyl and I’m suddenly struck with a realization… The reason I just had such a killer experience discovering new music is directly related to a conversation I had with my friends Ian and Jorge this last summer about coming up with a better question to ask when asking for a recommendation. Sushi, beer, food, cocktails, music… doesn’t matter. This shit works and I wish I would have known about it years ago!

Question 72 // How’d you get into vinyl records? (feat. Down In The Valley’s Scott Farrell & Steven Williams) Jan 17, 2020

Scott Farrell and Steven Williams work for Down In The Valley Record Store in Golden Valley, MN. If you’ve been following along with the podcast, you know that I’ve been falling in love with listening to music on vinyl for the first time in my life, but here’s the drop… I’m still an idiot when it comes to the subject. So, it’s no surprise that, when I met the two of them at a record store pop-up at Boom Island Brewery (and it turned out they were not only more smartest than me but crazy fun to talk too) I knew I had to get together to record a conversation. Does vinyl ACTUALLY sound better? Doest the weight (grams) of an album influence how it sounds? How’d they personally fall in love with vinyl? Join me and the guys in the back of Down In The Valley Record Store as they answer these questions and more. Recording Location: Down In The Valley Record Store, Golden Valley, MN Down In The Valley: https://downinthevalley.com/ My First Convo With Steven: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-guinness-intro-to-buying-vinyl-records-feat-steven/id1231166203?i=1000450678208 Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram Watch The Podcast And Behind The Scenes On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/therobmorgan

Rob Morgan Is A Curious GUEST (Derek Droogsma Podcast "Catching Up With...") Dec 17, 2019

I’ve had quite a few requests through the podcast hotline and website email asking for us to bring in someone to flip the norm and interview ME on the podcast.

While we haven’t quite figured out the right fit for what that would look like, I’ve decided to start sharing some of the other podcast interviews that I’ve been brought in to be a guest on over the past couple years.

Derek Droogsma is a musician in the twin cities area who interviewed me this summer for his new podcast “Catching Up With…”

Join us as we talk get meta talking about recording podcasts, why I think long form recorded conversation is so important to us, and how finding myself alone and homesick in a hotel suite in Shanghai China changed the way I look at my future career in music.

Hope you enjoy,

-rob

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The Complicated Relationship Of Numbers And Art Dec 07, 2019

If you’ve been on social media this past week, you may have noticed artists and musicians sharing screenshots of what Spotify calls their “year-in-review.” (It essentially gives an artist analytics on number of streams of each song or album and where in the world people are listening to their music. I’ve been loving seeing artist friends say thank you to everyone listening to their music and talk about how encouraged they are to see those numbers grow but then I got to thinking… What happens when you look at the numbers… and it’s not what you expected? What happens when less people come out to your show than you were hoping? What happens when less people are reading your new blog than you had expected by now? What happens when you look at the numbers… and are discouraged? I’ve got the morning off in a hotel room, downtown Omaha Nebraska, and I want to share four questions that I ask myself whenever I’m discouraged by the numbers that I believe will help you if you ever find yourself in that situation.

REPOST - How Do I Pick Out The Perfect Christmas Tree? (Question 48) Dec 02, 2019

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 12/5/2018 - Jerry Degeest is a licensed arborist. (a professional in the practice of cultivation, management, and study of individual trees, shrubs, vines and other perennial woody plants) Where do Christmas trees come from? There are Christmas tree trends? What should I look for when picking out the perfect Christmas tree? This week, Jerry sits down with Rob over hot chocolate to answer these questions and more. Recording Location: B&J Trees, Veterans Memorial Park, Richfield MN ------------------------------ GUEST LINKS: Episode Sponsor - B&J Trees: https://www.bjtrees.com/richfield-christmas-trees/ December 2019 Tour Dates w/ Dan Rodriguez: http://www.danrodriguezmusic.com/shows/ ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram

+++ Let’s Cheers! - How To Reach Out To Someone You Admire To “Pick Their Brain Over Coffee” Nov 16, 2019

Have you ever wanted to reach out to someone you respect to get together for advice but didn’t know how to ask? Maybe, you hit someone up already but didn’t get a ‘yes’ or EVEN WORSE… you never got a response. The act of reaching out to people you respect is a catalyst to living a curious life, but nothing makes a person’s eyes roll back in their head far enough to watch their own hair grow from the inside out than a vague, “I’d love to pick your brain…” email. So… how the hell do we even go about it? In today’s “Let’s Cheers” podcast I outline 3 things you should keep in mind when doing this, so grab an americano and join me in the shadow of a cathedral in… Boise Idaho? What?… to learn more.

+++ Let’s Cheers! - Hunting chickens, doing laundry, and the dangers of success at young age. (feat. Dan Rodriguez) Nov 14, 2019

Have I ever told you my theory about how Michael Jackson (and countless other child stars that found success at an early age) were actually emotionally stunted because they didn’t have to do their own laundry?

Well... Dan Rodriguez has done my laundry twice this last week, but that’s beside the point…

Join Dan and I in the van to talk about why, in a destination orientated culture, we should look at the journey our careers, the parts often considered mundane, with gratitude.

+++ Let’s Cheers! - "Astronauts, Austin Texas, And The Other 23 hrs" Nov 12, 2019

Just got out of a soundcheck in Austin Texas and was reminded of a thought I had about how we often get confused about some of the skillsets we ACTUALLY get hired for, that we may not always recognize.

Question 71 // How does Vulfpeck keep their voice “On A Dial"? (feat. Cory Wong & Kevin Gastonguay) Nov 11, 2019

Musicians Cory Wong and Kevin Gastonguay (Vulfpeck, Dr Mambo’s Combo, New Sound Underground, NBC’s “The Voice,”, Ben Rector, Gene Simmons, Questlove, The Blind Boys of Alabama, Bootsy Collins, Blake Shelton) join Rob as they carpool to a studio session the next state over. What does it mean to put your musical voice ‘on a dial’? What are musicians talking about when they say “It’s all about the song”? And, as artists, are we allowed to recycle our own ideas? Join Rob, Cory, and Kevin as they talk about these questions and more, Recording Location: HWY 94 East, between Minneapolis, MN & Menomonie, WI. https://www.corywongmusic.com/tour http://www.kevingastonguay.com/ Find Cory on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coryjwong/ Find Kevin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevingastonguay/ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram Watch The Podcast And Behind The Scenes On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/therobmorgan

+++ Let’s Cheers! - "The Compression Of Comfort" Nov 07, 2019

Episode 1 of my "Let's Cheers!" experiment. LET'S FREAKIN GO!

I'm in New Orleans and was reminded of a couple conversations I had yesterday in Nashville that had NOTHING to do with creativity, comfort, and forward motion. But then again... everything's connected... maybe they had EVERYTHING to do with it... podcast hotline: (612) 584-9330 website | map | itunes | instagram | intro song | YouTube

A CURIOUS ENDEAVOR [AMSTERDAM!] - “Buds, Beans, and a Bruin Café” Let’s talk about weed in Amsterdam! Oct 21, 2019

In America, any time you tell a friend that you’re headed to Amsterdam, you inevitably get a response involving a knowing smile, a wink, and a friendly elbow to the rips. “Amsterdam eh? Gonna visit a ‘Coffee Shop’ while you’re there? That’s where they sell the MARIJUANA you know right?” Hell yes I’ll be visiting a ‘coffee’ shop! But I want to find out what the locals feel about all of it. I can’t help but to think… I wonder if the Dutch or Germans would exchange their right to smoke weed or drink beer in public (something that could land an American in jail) for our “freedom” to cary guns in public. Would YOU ever be willing to swap? Join me in my hotel room in Amsterdam for the final installment of my travel series:

A CURIOUS ENDEAVOR [AMSTERDAM!] - What A Starfire bass, a Fuji camera, and a pair of Redwings have to do with your creative decision making. Oct 15, 2019

I made a MASSIVE MISTAKE in a studio session last week when it came to gear I decided to bring… Now, I’m sitting on a terrace in Leuven Belgium and I JUST realized it’s completely connected to the choices I’ve made today. Join me on the podcast as I talk about the importance of being comfortable with the gear you’re using, no matter what your creative medium, In order to be as mindful and as present in the moment as possible. A CURIOUS ENDEAVOR [AMSTERDAM!] - What A Starfire bass, a Fuji camera, and a pair of Redwings have to do with your creative decision making.

A CURIOUS ENDEAVOR [AMSTERDAM!] - 3 things you should BRING TO GIVE AWAY on your next trip! Oct 12, 2019

It’s a common travel strategy to make sure you leave extra space in your suitcase when packing to save room for purchases and souvenirs you’ll want to bring home. But what if there was something you could BRING TO GIVE AWAY that would ensure the opportunity to have an interaction or connection with someone you’ll never forget? Join me over coffee in the shadow of a cathedral in Delft Netherlands to talk about three things you need to bring on your next trip to give away.

A CURIOUS ENDEAVOR [AMSTERDAM!] - When in doubt, copy someone else. Oct 11, 2019

Musicians - Have you ever found yourself not knowing what to work on or practice next, wishing someone would just tell you the next right direction to focus your energy on?

Me too! It’s a good thing! It means you’re in a place of transition and opportunity!

Travelers - Have you ever found yourself in a restaurant or bar where the menu is in a different language, no cheesy tourist point and order pictures, and you have no idea what your options are?

Me too! It’s a good thing! t means you’re eating at the local haunt!

Over the years, I’ve discovered a life cheat code that’s helped me in both music and traveling internationally.

Join me in Amsterdam before I catch a train to Delft to find out more.

A CURIOUS ENDEAVOR [AMSTERDAM!] - Can I take a photo while staying in the moment? Oct 09, 2019

Ever feel like you’re constantly having to decide between pulling out your cellphone or camera to take a picture to CAPTURE A MOMENT or leaving it in your pocket so you can be fully present and IN THE MOMENT? Me too. The problem is… for the past year, I’ve been curious if there’s a way we can have BOTH and I’ve discovered a way that makes a MASSIVE difference! (…here’s a hint… it has to do with the reason why the back of my camera is going to look like it does on my instagram post for the next week while Sarah and I are in Europe and I think you should give it a try. Listen to todays podcast as I explain more while waiting for my flight at Minneapolis International Airport

Question 70 // How do I get better at acting on my ideas? (feat. Benjamin Kelly) Oct 04, 2019

Benjamin Kelly is one of the most creative humans I’ve ever met. I originally know him as a CRUSHING bassist who’s bass-lines have left me drooling for years! ...but most people lately seem to know hime for his design brand, Dinosaur Hampton. Possibly one of my most requested guests on the podcast so far, we ended up having an amazing conversation about art, confidence, and shortening the distance between ideas and action. But first... we talk about how I made a complete ass of myself when we first met ten years ago... Let’s just say, it wasn’t one of my proudest moments… Recording Location: SpyHouse Coffee, South Minneapolis (not the same one I interviewed Cory Wong at… that was in NorthEast…) http://www.dinosaurhampton.com/ Instagram: @dinosaurhampton Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram Watch The Podcast And Behind The Scenes On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/therobmorgan ------------------------------ We’re so glad we don’t have to deal with sponsors or else we would feel compelled to tell you that Guinness is THE GREATEST beer ever made and "Clearly Made Of More.” www.thecuriouspod.com/guinness We'd also feel like we should tell you about our incredibly talented friends at Narrate Films who took all the press photos for the podcast. You can visit them online at: www.narratefilms.com/

+++ Daily Guinness - "Don't Judge" (a reading from 'Feck Perfuction' by James Victore) Oct 02, 2019

'Feck Perfucktion': https://www.amazon.com/Feck-Perfuction-Dangerous-Ideas-Business/dp/1452166366

+++ Monthly Mantra - "That's none of my damn business!" Oct 01, 2019

As artists currently living in a world of instant “feedback” where we’re constantly tempted to check how many streams we’ve gotten on Spotify or likes a post got on social media to see if something we made is connecting with people. In a world where the first question I ALWAYS (and I do mean ALWAYS) get asked about my podcast is how many downloads it gets. We can start to have a misplaced confidence in our understanding what it is we’re creating that is making the most impact on people. The fact of the matter is, you and I are shit at knowing what it is we make that’s going to resonate with other people. We think the numbers encourages us and motivates us to keep creating, but the fact is… it’s a shallow motivation. As soon as the numbers stop reflecting what we imagined they would (and it WILL happen to you) the amount of discouragement that follows is enough for me to see a ton of my friends quit making honest meaningful work. That’s why I think you and I need a need a mantra to repeat to ourselves this month and here it is: “That’s none of my damn business!”

+++ Daily Guinness - Can you forge confidence? (feat. Ashley and Jhyle of CAFAC and Scott Dillon of The Twisted Shrub)) Sep 26, 2019

http://cafac.org/

+++ Daily Guinness - Would you pay $5 to vent to a stranger? (feat. Adonnis Williams) Sep 24, 2019

As I was leaving lunch yesterday, I saw someone sitting on a corner with a sign that read “Vent to me, guaranteed confidentiality, $5 for 5min.” Hmm... curious concept... I wonder what his story is...

+++ Daily Guinness - An Intro To Buying Vinyl Records (feat. Steven Williams of Down In The Valley) Sep 22, 2019

I'm a pro touring/session musician, I should freakin know all about vinyl records right? Well, I don't... and I've always been too embarrassed to learn. All of that changes starting now!

+++ MENTAL OXYGEN - "You're THE BEST in the room!" Sep 19, 2019

http://therobmorgan.com/mentaloxygen

+++ Daily Guinness - We don't drink with our eyes closed! (feat. Ryan Verdon of Brewery Nønic) Sep 18, 2019

Brewery Nønic: www.brewerynonic.com

+++ Daily Guinness - “Repeat Stuff. Repeat Stuff.” Sep 14, 2019

I just woke up in an old one room school house. There’s a stack of vinyl and a record player… What the hell does curiosity have to do with any of this?

Question 69 // What’s the ‘Halo Effect'? (feat. Tim Gugudan) Sep 12, 2019

Question 69 // What’s the ‘Halo Effect'? (feat.Tim Gugudan) Tim Gugudan is one of my closest friends who happens to be an amazing electric guitarist and currently roasting coffee for Caribou Coffee Company. We’ve logged countless miles touring together over the years and have enjoyed intentional conversations over coffee all over the world (...sometime I’ll have to tell you about the time he saved my life in Malaysia…) So when He stopped by my place today to catch up over some coffee, I randomly suggested we record our convo and hear his thoughts on “Palate over Perception”, the “Halo Effect”, and how they all effect our preference and decision making. Recording Location: My kitchen over a french press ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram

+++ Daily Guinness - I'M PISSED! Now, how does that fit into a curious life? Sep 10, 2019

I just got out of an interaction that left me seeing red and I thought of a question... What would it look like if I approached what I’m feeling right now with curiosity?

+++ COGITATIONS - When are YOU unplugging from the world? Sep 08, 2019

Are there moments built into your days or weeks that you intentionally can’t be contacted? In a world were ‘busy’ is the most common response to the question, “How are you doing?” it’s more important than ever to unplug and center ourselves. Because, at the end of the day, truly living a Curious life means taking time to listen to, and be intentional about, your own mental oxygen.

+++ Daily Guinness - "My Big Fat Greek… Festival!" Sep 07, 2019

I meet up with Krisanthy at the Minneapolis Greek Festival for a conversation that goes deeper FASTER than other conversation I’ve ever had! “Nice to meet you, tell me about changing your name when you got married.”

+++ Daily Guinness - 35mm Film Projection Room Tour! (feat. Earl Luckes) Sep 06, 2019

Is being a film projectionist a dangerous job? Why is the projection room fireproof with a safety room inside? How many times does a projectionist need to switch reels during a movie? Are there any movies that NEED to be seen in a theater with a 35mm projection? Thank you to Earl Luckes and The Parkway Theater in South Minneapolis for opening your MASSIVELY HEAVY projection room doors to us to answer these questions and more! I’ll never watch them the same again!

#RallyAroundRuby Sep 05, 2019

https://www.gofundme.com/f/rally-around-ruby

+++ Daily Guinness - Why is it so hard to tell YOUR OWN story? (feat Laura Lou and Seth Lienard) Sep 04, 2019

Sarah and I ran into two of our friends, Laura Lou and Seth Linard (of Fretless marketing) at Northbound Smokehouse while grabbing beers this evening. I stopped by for a Belgium ale, but ended up getting a conversation that helped me to think… this Daily Guinness thing just might be something I could keep doing this time around.

+++ Daily Guinness - Is REstarting The Hardest Part? Sep 02, 2019

Ok, let's try this again...

BONUS EP! // Rob Gets Advice From A Pro (feat. David E Jackson) Aug 12, 2019

David Jackson is a professional photographer who’s shot portraits of Butch Vig, Lemmy Kilmister, Garbage, Tommy Stinson, Chase Bryant, Machine Gun Kelly, and Garry Clark Jr… and Rob Morgan ;) just to name a few. Right before I turned off the microphones after last week’s episode (Q68) he sat down for a couple minutes to talk about his role in the pop-up-shop that I stumbled on and ended up giving me some advice that’s applicable for anyone creating something that requires interacting with someone you just met for the first time. Join me as I sit down with David and stick around till the end, as I riff about the four biggest takeaways from our convo and I’ll share some mistakes I’ve made with guests on this podcast that could have been avoided if I would have had this convo sooner. Recording Location: Mile Of Music Festival, Appleton WI http://davidejackson.com/ David on Instagram: @davidejackson Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram Watch The Podcast And Behind The Scenes On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/therobmorgan

Question 68 // How’d You Start Selling Human Skulls? (feat. Scott Watzlawick) Aug 06, 2019

Scott Watzlawick is the owner of an oddities shop in Appleton, Wisconsin called “Forty Three Skulls”. I was in town for a music festival called ‘Mile Of Music’ and was walking around town with Nate Babbs and André Rodriguez (close friends who happen to be curious people and past guests) when we stumbled on FTS’ pop-up-shop. One convo with Scott’s daughter, Kayla, and I knew this wasn’t your ordinary oddities shop. Why does Scott consider himself a teacher and an artist? How’d he get into this buisiness? What does the industry and process of collecting, cleaning and selling bones look like? And what can I learn from Scott and his skulls about the importance of looking past the exterior of people we meet on a daily basis? Join me as I sit down with Scott over iced coffee as he answers these questions and more for a conversation that ended up bringing me to tears. Recording Location: Mile Of Music Festival, Appleton WI Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Fortythreeskulls/ Instagram: @fortythreeskulls Nate Babb’s Interview: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/question-10-how-did-fantasy-novels-renaissance-festivals/id1231166203?i=1000386755135 André Rodriguez’ Interview: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/question-25-how-can-art-impact-politics-feat-andr%C3%A9/id1231166203?i=1000395345409 Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram Watch The Podcast And Behind The Scenes On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/therobmorgan

Question 67 // WHO Is The Future Of Agriculture? (feat. Jared & Valerie Luhman) Jul 30, 2019

Jared & Valerie Luhman were both raised on farms in Minnesota and loved that upbringing. Now married, they live on the family farm, Dry Creek Red Angus, where Jared farms with his dad producing organic crops, and raising beef cattle. "Our goal is to farm in a way that leaves the land in better condition than how we received it, to produce high quality and healthy products, and to generate enough income to provide the opportunity for any member of the family to have the opportunity to work on the farm if they desire." What does the future of farming and agriculture look like in Minnesota? How the temptation to use too much “Industry language” make communication harder for all of us no matter what industry we’re in? And what does it mean to be an ‘organic’ farm? Join me as I sit down Jared & Valerie Luhman outside on a hill overlooking their family farm to answer these questions and more. Recording Location: The Family Farm, Goodhue MN https://grassfedcattleco.com/ https://www.instagram.com/valerieluhman/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/grassfedcattleco/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/jaredluhman/?hl=en Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram

+++ Daily Guinness - You're not qualified to judge your own work Jul 27, 2019

Started recording some thoughts while drinking coffee in our backyard in case you find yourself getting hung up on seeking other’s approval of your work… or even more dangerous and even less talked about… getting hung up on your own judgement of it…

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+++ Daily Guinness - Curiosity And The Ego Jul 24, 2019

Have you ever heard someone use a word or phrase that you didn’t know the meaning of but you were too embarrassed to ask what it meant?

Me too.

But here’s the thing, living a CURIOUS life means not letting our ego get in the way of the opportunity to learn something new.

I was hanging out today with my friends Jeffry Willis and Rob Czech when it happened again… this time I’m grabbing a microphone and leaning into it.

A Guide To Buying Cheap Flights Jul 23, 2019

Last week, I posted on social media that Sarah found round-trip flights to Switzerland for $1 ($280 after taxes and fees) and booked us a surprise trip. Almost immediately, my inbox got flooded with questions about how she finds deals like this... so much so, that I decided to sit down to interview Sarah and dive into her process so YOU can head out on a Curious Endeavor.

Question 66 // Why Will John Fields Never Hire Me To Play Bass? (feat. John Fields) Jul 17, 2019

John Fields is a record producer and musician best known for his work with artists including the Jonas Brothers, Switchfoot, Pink, Har Mar Superstar, Miley Cyrus, Andrew W.K. and Demi Lovato. Personally, I know him as one of the most requested guests by our mutual music friends and for his badass bass prowess. How is producing artists like buying a lottery ticket? Why is speed so important when it comes to a pro recording session? And really… Why the hell will John never hire me as a bassist for a session? Join me as I sit down with John over iced coffee in his recording studio in South Minneapolis to answer these questions and more. Recording Location: Creation Studios, South Minneapolis. ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram

Question 65 // Hey, Can I Come To Your Sci-Fi Convention? (feat. Jonathan Palmer) Jul 09, 2019

Jonathan Palmer is the president of one of the midwest’s largest sci-fi/fantasy conventions, CONvergence. I’ve never been to a sci-fi/fantasy convention before and when a friend told me it was taking place while I was in town, I knew I had to check it out! I reached out to Jonathan to sit down and learn more about the convention, but what ended up taking place was a conversation that taught me about community, solidarity, identity, and how, if it weren’t for racism, a map of Minneapolis' highways would look entirely different. Join me as I sit down with JP, over Scotch, for a conversation that is… the reason I do this podcast. Recording Location: CONvergence Convention, (The Hyatt Hotel) Downtown Minneapolis. ------------------------------ GUEST LINKS: http://www.convergence-con.org/ http://www.convergenceevents.org/ https://www.facebook.com/CONvergenceConMN https://www.rondodays.net/ http://www.hallieqbrown.org/site/ ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram

Question 64 // What Do You Have Against Minnesota? (feat. John Mark Nelson) Jun 25, 2019

John Mark Nelson is a songwriter & producer living and working in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Well… For now. Why’s John moving to LA? Why does he think artists should recognize that you can control outlook, but not outcome? How does John define curiosity? Join me as I sit down with John, over beers, to record our first actual conversation to answer these questions and more. Recording Location: Blackstack Brewing, Minneapolis MN
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Question 63 // Game of Thrones, why you go and do me like that? (feat. Jourdan Myers, Brian Lenz, Nate Babbs) Jun 18, 2019

Jourdan Myers, Brian Lenz, Nate Babbs join me over a pint of proper to talk about our different thoughts on the last season of Game of Thrones. (I mean… Jourdan may or may have not even watched it…) As usual, the conversation ends up going far beyond expected. Recording Location: Merlin's Rest, Minneapolis MN ------------------------------ GUEST LINKS: Jour Music: https://jourmusic.xyz/ Oklahoma Music: http://oklahomawillneverleaveyou.com/blog/ ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram ------------------------------ We’re so glad we don’t have to deal with sponsors or else we would feel compelled to tell you that Guinness is THE GREATEST beer ever made and "Clearly Made Of More.” www.thecuriouspod.com/guinness We'd also feel like we should tell you about our incredibly talented friends at Narrate Films who took all the press photos for the podcast. You can visit them online at: www.narratefilms.com/

A Guide To Tasting Whiskey Jun 07, 2019

Whether you consider yourself a bourbon consumer or maybe you’ve always been curious about diving into the world of whiskey but find yourself unsure how to approach a dram in a way that allows you to appreciate it to the fullest.

Join me as I sit down with master taster John French at Bulleit Whiskey in Louisville Kentucky as you learn how to take your whiskey tasting experience to the next level.

This episode is brought to you by Bulleit Frontier Whiskey and Diagio International.

www.diageo.com

www.bulleit.com

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A Curious Endeavor - “Balancing Destination With Recommendation” Jun 06, 2019

If you’re looking to travel curiously, it’s a balancing act that takes intentionality. I’m in Bourbon County, Kentucky and want to share with you a travel dogma of mine I’ve never talked about before that could change the future of how you travel.

Massive thank you to Lux Row Distillery for their hospitality. Visit them online at: www.luxrowdistillers.com

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A Curious Endeavor - “Just Board The Damn Flight.” Jun 05, 2019

I’ve had this flight to Nashville booked for the past two months. It leaves in five hours… and I’m not sure I’m gonna get on it.

All of a sudden, I realize what’s holding me back isn’t rational decision making just because I don’t know where I’m going to sleep the next few nights, it’s actually my insecurity about the uncertainty of life and desperate subconscious attempts to force things to work out the way I planned.

That’s not the way life works and I need something to help me let go of my need to have it all figured out.

I need a curious endeavor.

Screw it… I’m boarding the damn flight.

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+++ Daily Guinness - What Just Won't You Do? (feat. Tenant MPLS) May 22, 2019

Maybe, as an artist or creator, deciding what you WON'T do is just as important as deciding what you WILL...

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Question 62 // How Do I Balance Conviction And Curiosity? (feat. Terry Esau) May 21, 2019

Terry Esau has composed and produced music for over 2000 TV commercials including Target, McDonalds, Pepsi, Harleys, Hondas, Subway, Perkins, Golden Grahams...Kitty Litter. He has won a Clio and a few dozen other awards. He is also the founder and executive director of Free Bikes 4 Kidz, a non profit that gives bicycles to kids in need, and the author of the recently released novel, “Je2us.” This week, Terry sits down with Rob over coffee and pastries to talk about Terry's new novel and why Rob will never play music in church again. Recording Location: The Lynhall, South Minneapolis ------------------------------ GUEST LINKS: Terry’s Website: www.terryesau.com Read “Je2us” FOR FREE: https://www.je2us.com/ Free Bikes For Kidz: http://fb4k.org/ Jesus asks America to kindly 'cease and desist' in using his
name: http://www.citypages.com/news/jesus-asks-america-to-kindly-cease-and-desist-in-using-his-name/505521821 ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram ------------------------------ We’re so glad we don’t have to deal with sponsors or else we would feel compelled to tell you that Guinness is THE GREATEST beer ever made and "Clearly Made Of More.” www.thecuriouspod.com/guinness We'd also feel like we should tell you about our incredibly talented friends at Narrate Films who took all the press photos for the podcast. You can visit them online at: www.narratefilms.com/

+++ Daily Guinness - Write Sh*t Down! May 15, 2019

The habit I learned from a guest that changed my life! I think you should try it.

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Question 61 // Why Do You Sound So Much Better Than Me? (feat. Dave Ryan) May 09, 2019

Dave Ryan is a radio host best known from his morning show The Dave Ryan in the Morning Show on the Twin Cities' 101.3 KDWB. What advice does he have for me as someone speaking into a microphone? Why does he think knowing your audience is important? And why is the advice,”Take a shower, show up on time, and don’t steal anything” more important than ever?

This week, Dave sits down with Rob over drinks to answer these questions and more. Recording Location: The Local Irish Pub, St. Louis Park MN podcast hotline: (612) 584-9330 website | map | itunes | instagram | intro song

+++ Daily Guinness - Dave Ryan's Definition Of Curiosity May 07, 2019

Check back later this week for my full conversation with Dave Ryan at The Local Irish Pub.

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+++ Daily Guinness - Is Curiosity Like Hunger? (feat. Terry Esau) Apr 29, 2019

A sneak peak at this week's episode and one of my favorite definitions of what it means to be curious!

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Question 60 // Can An Emergency Hospital For Wild Animals Help Clarify Your Life Mission? (feat. Phil Jenni) Apr 23, 2019

Phil Jenni is the Executive Director for the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Of Minnesota, a non-profit organization and veterinary clinic for wild animals located IN THE METRO! I originally sat down with Phil after I saw a facebook post that was shared by my friend Mike Michael (Question #35) to talk about the organization and to learn more about the fascinating work they’re doing at WRCMN, but as soon as we started talking, I realized I had far more to learn from Phil outside of just wildlife. How did a Tudor historian with a background in Elizabethan Expansion end up becoming an Executive Director of this non-profit? Why does he think that if we can’t find enough people to support what we do in life, we SHOULD be out of business? And why do I need to take the time to clarify my “elevator mission”? Join me as I sit down to answer these questions and more. Recording Location: Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Of Minnesota, St Paul MN ------------------------------ GUEST LINKS: https://wrcmn.org/ ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram ------------------------------ We’re so glad we don’t have to deal with sponsors or else we would feel compelled to tell you that Guinness is THE GREATEST beer ever made and "Clearly Made Of More.” www.thecuriouspod.com/guinness We'd also feel like we should tell you about our incredibly talented friends at Narrate Films who took all the press photos for the podcast. You can visit them online at: www.narratefilms.com/

Let's Talk About "Risk" Apr 17, 2019

I believe at my core that life expands and contracts with out willingness to assume risk. The problem is… I’m not sure if I really understood, before now, what the true risk was. Let’s talk about it.

Rob Bell's recent podcast Ep I play in this ep: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reading-part-1/id956742638?i=1000434433232

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Question 59 // When’s Your 'Book Baby' Due? (feat. Alicia Eler) Apr 15, 2019

Alicia Eler is the Star Tribune's visual art critic/arts reporter who’s writing can be found in Glamour, the Guardian, CNN, Hyperallergic, Art21 Magazine, LA Weekly, and Aperture. She’s also the author of the book “The Selfie Generation” (Skyhorse Publishing), which has been reviewed in the New York Times, WIRED Magazine and the Chicago Tribune.

We originally were going to sit down to talk about her new book, but ended up having a fascinating conversation about art, writing, setting your intention, meditation, and why Netflix may be a helpful aid in learning a new language.
Recording Location: Some coffee shop in South Minneapolis…

Alicia's Book, "Selfie Generation": https://www.amazon.com/Selfie-Generation-Self-Images-Changing-Notions/dp/1510722645

Recent Articles By Alicia: http://www.startribune.com/alicia-eler/424327523/

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Question 58 // How Do You Manage Your Dreams? (feat. Lacey Guck) Apr 09, 2019

What would you do if someone gave you 100 MILLION dollars TODAY? Maybe you already have a game plan for your future and every penny of it would be automatically allocated into your existing strategy within moments of it hitting your bank account. Or... maybe you’re like me and sitting down to dream up a list of what your life would look like in that scenario is as foreign as someone asking you what you’d do if you could fly. What would happen if you had a friend who sat down with you over coffee and, not only gave you permission to dream, but walked you through an outline of how to do it in a way that encompassed the most important categories of your life? (Adventure, Physical, Emotional, Intellectual, Spiritual, Material, Financial, Creativity, Legacy, Character, and Professional) Lacey Guck is a singer songwriter in Minneapolis who did just that with me and let me tell you... things got personal. Grab a pen and paper and join us as she walks us through an exercise that may change your the way you look at the future. Recording Location: Dogwood Coffee, Northeast Minneapolis

Contact Lacey:

FB: facebook.com/laceyguck

Twitter/IG: @laceyguck

website: laceyguck.com

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For Anyone Working A Shit Job Mar 30, 2019

If you find yourself in a shitty period of time in your life, maybe even working a job you hate, I asked listeners to write in and talk about things they learned from their experiences with the hope that YOU can be inspired to push through another day.

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For The Young Who Want To Mar 29, 2019

Artists, Musicians, Creators... this poem's for you.

BONUS: Q#57 Extended Intro - Authenticity & Comparison Mar 27, 2019

Often times, when Sarah and I sit down to record a podcast intro, we end up just having a conversation that we would off mic... this is one of those.
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Question 57 // Am I Trying To Express Or Impress? - Part 2 (feat. Aaron & Christian Ankrum) Mar 26, 2019

Aaron & Christian Ankrum are brothers best known for fronting the band Grayshot. How much would it benefit us if we could become comfortable with discomfort? As an artist, is it true that the higher your highs are, the lower your lows will be too? Why is it so important (and often hard) to focus on expressing instead of impressing? This week, the Ankrum brothers sit down with Rob over a french press to answer these questions and more.

Recording Location: Aaron & Christian’s Recording Studio, NE MPLS

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+++ Daily Guinness - The Problem With Photos Mar 25, 2019

Is it possible to take photos in a way that doesn't take you out of the moment? I talked to Sarah on our drive home tonight with the hopes of making a point but... turns out... I have a lot to learn.

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+++ Daily Guinness - What Happens When The Beer Is Free? Mar 23, 2019

What would you do if someone said they’d pay your salary for the rest of 2019? How would you live? What would you spend your time on? What happens when the beer is free?

Stephen Kellogg is a badass and killed it tonight. Check out his music here: https://www.stephenkellogg.com/

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+++ Daily Guinness - What's In It For Me? Mar 23, 2019

If you ever want to convince someone else to do something... this one's for you.

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+++ Daily Guinness - Stephen King Writes With A Pencil??? Mar 21, 2019

No matter what creative field you're in, we all have tools of the trade that we use on a daily basis. It’s only natural to be curious about what the people we respect are using. The problem is, the question we typically ask can hinder our creative journey. Today, I share thee questions to start asking ourselves (and others if we get the chance) that will actually take you deeper into your own personal process.

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+++ Daily Guinness - Editing Is The Essence Of Writing Mar 20, 2019

Why did it take me this long to learn this about the creative process? Well... better late than never I guess...

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BONUS: Q56 Extended Intro - Do we only attract what we already are? Mar 19, 2019

I've had a ton of you writing in and asking... nay... DEMANDING... MORE SARAH!!! So, here's the rest of our convo yesterday that didn't make the cut. Should I keep sharing these? Shoot us a text at the hotline number below and let me know.

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Question 56 // Am I Trying To Express Or Impress? - Part 1 (feat. Aaron & Christian Ankrum) Mar 19, 2019

Aaron & Christian Ankrum are brothers best known for fronting the band Grayshot. How much would it benefit us if we could become comfortable with discomfort? As an artist, is it true that the higher your highs are, the lower your lows will be too? Why is it so important (and often hard) to focus on expressing instead of impressing? This week, the Ankrum brothers sit down with Rob over a french press to answer these questions and more. Recording Location: Aaron & Christian’s Recording Studio, NE MPLS ------------------------------ For Links & Show Notes, Visit: https://www.thecuriouspod.com/podcast-1/grayshot

+++ Daily Guinness - In Memory Of Tucker Jensen Mar 12, 2019

I'll never understand how all this shit works. In THE SAME TEXT, I got word that my friend gave birth to their child and that my friend, Minneapolis musician, Tucker Jensen passed away after his fight with cancer. I realized I had recorded his set, the last time I saw him actually, a couple months ago. If you want to download his live song, you can get it for free here: https://www.thecuriouspod.com/tucker

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Question 55 // Would You Take A Risk For A Lifetime Of Free Beer? (feat. Northbound Smokehouse & Brewpub) Mar 11, 2019

Jamie Robinson, Joel Scott, and Jason Foster are the masterminds behind one of my favorite brew-pubs in the twin cities, Northbound Smokehouse & Brewpub. What’s the difference between a brewpub and a tap-room? Are there similarities between brewing beer and making music? How do you find the balance between what people want and what you feel people need? This week, the Northbound Guys sit down with Rob over a fresh beer to answer these questions and more. Recording Location: Northbound Smokehouse & Brewpub, Minneapolis MN ------------------------------ GUEST LINKS: http://northboundbrewpub.com/ ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram

+++ Daily Guinness - LISTENER QUESTION - Tell Me About A Time When You Were Lucky Mar 10, 2019

I've been looking for a better closing question to my podcast interviews. Maybe you can help me out... Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330

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+++ Daily Guinness - Art vs Athletics (feat. Aaron & Christian Ankrum) Mar 08, 2019

"... praising someone's technical musical ability is a lot like praising someone for being really great at saying the alphabet." - Aaron Ankrum (if you like this excerpt, keep an eye out for the full convo later this month. "Am I Trying To Impress Or Express?" Parts 1&2

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Question 54 // Do You Want To Be Doing This Right Now? (feat. Chris Koza) Mar 04, 2019

Chris Koza (@chriskoza on Instagram) is a composer and performer based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. His music appears regularly on ABC’s General Hospital and 60 Minuets. His song (with his band Rogue Valley) The Wolves and the Ravens was featured in Ben Stiller’s film The secret Life of Walter Mitty and has become the soundtrack to the majority of my road trips across Europe with Sarah ever since we heard it.

Be sure to check out his new album “Sleepwalkers part 1” and stick around to the end of the interview to listen to the debut of the title track in full here on the podcast.
Recording Location: Five Watt Coffee, Northeast Minneapolis Visit Chris Koza Online: https://www.chriskoza.com/ Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Website | Map | iTunes | Instagram | Intro Song

+++ Daily Guinness - What's It Like To Have Perfect Pitch? (feat. Joe Beier) Feb 28, 2019

Right before walking on stage, my friend Joe Beier and I got into a fascinating conversation about him having perfect pitch and what that looks like... literally. There was only one thing to do… put the convo on pause… go rock out… and then press record once we got back to the green room.

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Question 53 // Should We Just Record This In The Hot Tub? (feat. Andrew McMahon) Feb 26, 2019

Andrew McMahon is a singer-songwriter best known for his bands Something Corporate, Jack’s Mannequin and Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness.

Earlier this month, it just so happened that Andrew and I were both performing on a floating music festival called “The Rock Boat”. Neither of us felt like we wanted to waste a perfectly good evening recording a podcast indoors, so we did the only thing that made sense… jumped in a hot tub and hit record.
Recording Location: Andrew’s hot tub on his cruise ship balcony in the port of Key West, Florida.

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+++ Daily Guinness - I FELL IN FRONT OF EVERYONE!! Feb 21, 2019

Episode 97 - I tell a story about one of my most embarrassing moments last year (that happened to take place alone on stage in front of hundreds of people) and what it taught me about taking risks. Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Website | Map | iTunes | Instagram |

+++ Daily Guinness #045 - LISTENER QUESTION - Where Do YOU Draw The Line When It Comes To Quality? Feb 19, 2019

No bullshit answers allowed saying, "There is NO line... go all the way all the time!" EVERYONE has a line, where do you draw yours?

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INTERLUDE: A Podcast Ambush Conversation With Sarah Feb 14, 2019

I ambush Sarah to talk about why this daily podcasting is so damn hard for me, her advice and to talk about the need for solidarity over solutions in a marriage relationship.

+++ Daily Guinness #044 - How To Frame A Dumb Question (feat. Town Hall Taps) Feb 13, 2019

We've all heard "There's no such thing as a dumb question” but I think that’s a load of crap… Often times we have questions that we’re afraid of coming across as dumb or annoying, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t ask them anyways. In this episode, I talk about the importance of ‘Framing’ your question in a way that endears the other person to you instantly and makes them want to give you a well thought out answer. Massive thank you to J.P. over at Town Hall Taps in South Minneapolis for being such a badass tender of one of my favorite local haunts.

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+++ Daily Guinness #043 - Can Cocktails Tell A Story About Culture? Feb 13, 2019

My interview with sommelier Leslee Miller about "Thinking And Drinking": https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/question-32-how-would-sommelier-pair-wine-music-feat/id1231166203?i=1000407565409&mt=2

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+++ Daily Guinness #038 - How Do YOU Define Curiosity? Feb 07, 2019

I'm back home, trading the sand for a snow-storm and I'm reminded of a conversation I had with someone a few days ago that helps me look at life (if not for a split seccond) through the eyes of someone else. That said, I really would love to have you reach out, call the hotline and help me define what it means to live more curiously.

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+++ Daily Guinness on THE ROCK BOAT - Thoughts On "Playing On Tilt" Before Catching My Flight Feb 07, 2019

Same challenge… drink a pint of Guinness & record a podcast every day. This week, it’s a change of scenery as I board a cruise ship with friends for a week to rock out on a floating music festival.

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+++ Daily Guinness on THE ROCK BOAT - WE JUST PAID $61 FOR GUINNESS??? Feb 07, 2019

Same challenge… drink a pint of Guinness & record a podcast every day. This week, it’s a change of scenery as I board a cruise ship with friends for a week to rock out on a floating music festival.

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+++ Daily Guinness on THE ROCK BOAT - Getting Schooled By The New Respects Feb 07, 2019

Same challenge… drink a pint of Guinness & record a podcast every day. This week, it’s a change of scenery as I board a cruise ship with friends for a week to rock out on a floating music festival.

http://www.thenewrespects.com/
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+++ Daily Guinness on THE ROCK BOAT - Coming Soon... Andrew McMahon! (First Look Preview) Feb 07, 2019

Same challenge… drink a pint of Guinness & record a podcast every day. This week, it’s a change of scenery as I board a cruise ship with friends for a week to rock out on a floating music festival.

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+++ Daily Guinness on THE ROCK BOAT - Can Comparison Ever Be Beneficial? Feb 07, 2019

Same challenge… drink a pint of Guinness & record a podcast every day. This week, it’s a change of scenery as I board a cruise ship with friends for a week to rock out on a floating music festival.

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+++ Daily Guinness #031 - IN PRAXIA - Can I Use UBER To Become More Curious? (feat. Aaron Johnson) Jan 31, 2019

“In Praxia” is Latin for “In Practice” In this follow up to yesterday’s episode about something I’m calling “The UBER Challenge” I sit down with one of my closest friends, Aron Johnson, in Tampa Florida to talk about our recent UBER ride and how much we learned from our driver in 15min. I have a feeling this challenge is here to stay. (Reach out and let me know if this is cheesy as hell… or maybe something you could see yourself trying to do as well.)

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+++ Daily Guinness #030 - Can I Use UBER To Become More Curious? Jan 31, 2019

I hate small talk. If I’m sitting next to someone on a flight or in an UBER, I’m most comfortable with my headphones in, minding my own business. But this year is different, I’ve committed to living a more curious life and that means being more generous with my attention and conversation on a day to day basis. Because of that I’ve come up with something I’m calling my UBER Challenge. Two things I try to accomplish in every UBER I get into this year. (Reach out and let me know if this is cheesy as hell… or maybe something you could see yourself trying to do as well.)

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+++ Daily Guinness #029 - Can You Drink A Guinness In -24° Fahrenheit? Jan 30, 2019

It’s officially colder at this moment where we are in Minnesota than it is in Antarctica. At these temps, frostbite sets in within five minutes of exposure, the US Postal Service has canceled their routes and my flight out of town tomorrow has been canceled. That said... the news is telling everyone to stay inside, but I’m curious what -24 feels like so I convinced Sarah to bundle up with a Guinness and head out with me. The fun part was short lived.

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Question 52 // What’s The Most Likely Thing To Be True Here? (feat. Danny Warnock of Superior Gear) Jan 28, 2019

My friend, Danny Warnock, and I are in the middle of a gig but we stepped out of the green-room long enough to talk about the company he started making hammocks and (like the majority of our convos) it ended up going way deeper talking about fear setting, taking on risk, and the real meaning of the phrase, “It’ll all work out ok in the end.”

Recording Location: Anoka, MN
Danny's Company: www.superiorgear.com

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+++ Daily Guinness #027 - There’s A U.S. Pond Hockey Championship? Jan 28, 2019

If you ever visited Minnesota in the winter, you’re bound to notice constant activity happening on any number of the, now frozen over, lakes. I’m not originally from here, so this seasonal icebound cold leveraging is still new to me and I’m fascinated by anyone braving the elements and not letting -14 degree windchills stop them from enjoying the outdoors. Apparently, the US Pond Hockey Championships were taking place in town this weekend so I headed over to… well.. ON to Lake Nokomis to chat with Jim Dahline about the event.

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+++ Daily Guinness #026 - Why Should You Be Ok With Failure? (feat. Danny Warnock of Superior Gear) Jan 26, 2019

My friend, Danny Warnock, and I are in the middle of a gig but we stepped out of the green-room long enough to talk about the company he started making hammocks and (like the majority of our convos) it ended up going way deeper talking about fear setting, taking on risk, and the real meaning of the phrase, “It’ll all work out ok in the end.”

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+++ Daily Guinness #025 - I Found A Better Question To Ask Singer Songwriters! Jan 26, 2019

I’m so tired of hearing artists I play with get asked, “So… what’s that song about.” I mean… I know it has it’s place in life, it’s a direct question and an important one at times, but I guess I’m just bored with it. I’ve been hunting for a more interesting question to ask when it comes to songwriting and I may have finally found one!!!

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+++ Daily Guinness #024 - COGITATIONS - My What I've Learned From My Biggest Conversational Failures! Jan 24, 2019

When you spend a year and a half listening to yourself talk to other people... it's hard to not become discouraged when every mistake you make is constantly right there naked in-front of you. What's surprising is, by choosing to learn from them, it has massively impacted even my music and even the artists I stand behind. In this episode, I take a moment before walking into a rehearsal to push through jet-lag and talk about how trust and rapport can be built or destroyed within the first few seconds of walking on stage or starting a conversation and should be your number one focus STARTING TODAY!
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+++ Daily Guinness #023 - COGITATIONS - Stoicism & Flying Jan 24, 2019

I’m on the last leg of my 20 hr travel day and I DON’T feel like talking to anyone…

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+++ Daily Guinness #022 - What's So Great About Kölsch Beer? Jan 24, 2019

I love this! Keep your questions coming! Today, I was asked, "what's so great about this Kölsch beer in Cologne Germany you keep talking about?" Well... it may suprise you that my favorite part about the experience is the limitations it forces on you. Let me explain...

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ANSWERING YOUR QUESTION: How Do You And Sarah Pick Where To Travel To? Jan 21, 2019

In this episode, I answer your question that we've gotten a ton this week from YOU curious persons, "How do you and Sarah decide on where you are going to travel to next. The answer may surprise you and hopefully help unlock the way you look at the world around you. I LOVE this and want to make it a regular feature of the podcast so keep sending your questions in! Leave a message on the hotline and I may even use it if it's picked.

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+++ Daily Guinness #020 - Does this REALLY hold the skulls of THE three wise men? (feat. Thomas at Cologne Cathedral, Germany) Jan 21, 2019

“Give Us This Day Our Daily Guinness” - DAY 20

“Does this REALLY hold the skulls of THE three wise men?” (feat. Thomas at Cologne Cathedral, Germany) Sarah and I are in Cologne, Germany! Ever since I heard, years ago, that Cologne Cathedral is said to house the bones of the ACTUAL three wise men that visited Jesus at his birth, I’ve been curious about finding out if this was true. Well… it was really over a year after His birth that they visited. And… “Magi” actually doesn’t translate to “kings” exactly. Turns out, I may have been obsessed with the WRONG question this whole time. Recording Location: Cologne Cathedral, Germany

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+++ Daily Guinness #019 - “Does Germany Have A Craft Beer Scene?” (feat. Certified Cicerone Linus) Jan 19, 2019

“Give Us This Day Our Daily Guinness” - DAY 19

“Does Germany Have A Craft Beer Scene?” (feat. Certified Cicerone Linus in Cologne, Germany)

Sarah and I are in Cologne, Germany! Our plan was to drink our way through the local specialty, Kölsch, but when we heard that there’s been an emerging craft beer scene, we reached out to a certified cicerone named Linus (@koelschbeertour on instagram) to talk about the hardest part of convincing Germans to open their mind to new things happening in the the beer world.
What we thought would be a short hang out, ended up being the forming of a new friendship solidified by our mutual love of beer that lasted late into the night.
Recording Location: Cologne, Germany
If you’re ever in Cologne, reach out to Linus and take one of his brilliant tours: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/388691

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Question 51 // Can A Tattoo In Germany Murder Stereotypes? (feat. Bobbie at Studio 23 Tattoo in Frankfurt Germany) Jan 18, 2019

“Give Us This Day Our Daily Guinness” - DAY #18

Can A Tattoo In Germany Murder Stereotypes? (feat. Bobbie at Studio 23 Tattoo in Frankfurt Germany)

Everyone’s heard the phrase “don’t judge a book by it’s cover” but why the hell is it so hard for us to destroy stereotypes that are ingrained in our perception of the world? Craft beer is for bearded guys with tattoos right? Speaking of tattoos, if you’re going to get one from someone who knows what their talking about, make sure they’re a dude with tattoos covering their arms and neck right?
I sat down to get, what ended up being the most bad ass tattoo I’ve ever gotten, from my friend Bobbie (@noizecricket on Instagram) in Frankfurt Germany today.
The funny thing is, if you ran into her on the street, you’d never guess she packs a punch and could through some massive ink-pain your way.
Turns out she’s alot like this this city I love, Frankfurt. Feel free to visit it thinking it can fit in a nice box, but be prepared for more complexity than you could have planned for.
Recording Location: Studio 23 and the streets of Frankfurt, Germany

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+++ Daily Guinness #017 - Is Aphelwein In Frankfurt A Magic Cure For Jetlag In Germany? Jan 17, 2019

“Give Us This Day Our Daily Guinness” - DAY 17

Is Aphelwein In Frankfurt A Magic Cure For Jetlag In Germany?

My body’s telling me to crawl into my cozy hotel bed, but my search for Frankfurt’s ‘Aphelwein’ takes me to the streets as I try this magic elixir for the first time.
Recording Location: Frankfurt, Germany

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+++ Daily Guinness #016 - “Why’d You Restore A Theater That Shows 35mm Films?” (feat. Eddie Landenberger & Ward Johnson at Parkway Theater) Jan 16, 2019

“Give Us This Day Our Daily Guinness” - DAY 16

I’ve got three hours before I need to be on an overseas flight... that’s just enough time for a conversation with Parkway Theater’s new owners Eddie Landenberger & Ward Johnson to ask them why they’re going through the trouble of projecting 35mm films in 2019. (A decision I happen to be pumped about) Recording Location: Parkway Theater, Minneapolis MN Parkway Theater’s Website: www.theparkwaytheater.com

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+++ Daily Guinness #015 - COGITATIONS - Why The Hell Are You Doing It? Jan 15, 2019

“Give Us This Day Our Daily Guinness” - DAY #15

The Best... AND WORST question I get all the time in reference to this podcast and how they may help you in starting your next creative endeavor.

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Question 50 // Whatever Happened To That Minneapolis Homeless Encampment? (feat. Patina Park) Jan 14, 2019

Patina Park is the Chair of the Metro Urban Indian Directors and executive director of the Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center.

Whatever happened to that Minneapolis homeless encampment (or “Tent City” as it became known) before it’s population seemingly disappeared overnight? Is it Indian… Native American… First Nationals… what’s the proper term nowadays? Speaking of modern times, I keep seeing blond girls showing up to music festivals wearing traditional headdresses and bikinis, what’s the Native American society feel about that?
This week, Rob sits down with Patina Park over coffee to talk about these thing and much, much more in possibly the most important conversation he’s had yet.
Recording Location: Pow Wow Grounds Coffee, Minneapolis MN

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+++ Daily Guinness #013 - What's The Difference Between Bluegrass And Old Time Music? (feat. Nic Hentges) Jan 13, 2019

“Give Us This Day Our Daily Guinness” - DAY 13

I enjoy bluegrass music but I know NOTHING about it. Fortunately for me, my friend Nic Hentges happens to be the vice president of the Minnesota Bluegrass & Old Time Music Association and is going to be playing a concert not too far from me this evening. I’m willing to sound like an idiot in front of a friend if it means diving deep and learning more about this gorgeous musical genre.

Recording Location: The American Legion, Fridley MN
Nic’s Band: http://nomansstringband.com/
Minnesota Bluegrass & Old Time Music Association: https://www.minnesotabluegrass.org/

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+++ Daily Guinness #012 - IN PRAXIA - Trying Ian's Clothes Tips From Q49 Jan 13, 2019

“Give Us This Day Our Daily Guinness” - DAY #12 Introducing a new (possibly regular) installment I'm calling "In Praxia" which is latin for "putting into action or practice." As I continue to interview guests on the podcast, I'll be trying out advice they've given or things they recommend and sharing my discoveries with you.

In Question 49, Ian Allison talked about the freedom of traveling with limited gear and clothing and washing your laundry in the sink. I went out and bought some of the clothes he like, wore them multiple days in a row, made Sarah smell them each day, and washed like he does... here's what I think...

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+++ Daily Guinness #011 - “What does it FEEL like to record an album with a band?” (feat. Ben Rosenbush) Jan 11, 2019

“Give Us This Day Our Daily Guinness” - DAY 11

I met up with singer songwriter Ben Rosenbush in his greenroom before sound-checking at his album release concert with with his band Ben Rosenbush And The Brighton. I didn’t want to have your standard conversation, asking all the standard questions one asks when someone releases an album. What inspired these songs? Why’d you name this album the way you did? Hard pass. I want to know what it felt like.
Recording Location: Ben’s greenroom at The Hook And Ladder, Minneapolis MN
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+++ Daily Guinness #010 - How Have I Never Heard Of The Minnesota Music Coalition? (feat. Ellen Stanley at Summit Brewery) Jan 10, 2019

“Give Us This Day Our Daily Guinness” - DAY 10

This past week, my curiosity led me to giving a relationship another go. It was a rough breakup, we haven't been on speaking terms, but... I may be willing to give the relationship another chance... Because of this change of heart, it led me to finding out about a Non-Profit here in Minnesota who's main goal is to help musicians have more successful careers. I'm a musician. I live in Minnesota. I want a succesful career... why have I never heard about the Minnesota Music Coalition before? Funny how things work out, I have a feeling this short conversation may lead to a longer one in the future. Thanks Ellen Stanley for taking the time to talk today, Summit Brewery for hosing the event and Adam Levy, Barb Byrnstad and Ken Brahmstedt for the CRUSHING instrumental concert. To learn more about the Minnesota Music Coalition and check out their upcoming events: https://www.mnmusiccoalition.org/ ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram Gregorian Chant Recording Courtesy Of: Darren Curtis

+++ Daily Guinness #009 - Can Legislation Limitations Unlock Cocktail Creativity? (feat. Jack Tillman of Lawless Distillery) Jan 10, 2019

“Give Us This Day Our Daily Guinness” - DAY 9 What's the perfect question to ask when sitting down at a new cocktail bar for the first time? What happens to a cocktail lounge when MN Legislation says you can only serve alcohol you make on the premises... and people show up asking for the classics? I stop by Lawless Distillery to learn more about their "Beach Club" release... but I ended up finding about far more. Massive thank you to Jake Tillman (@landovva on instagram) for taking the time for my curiosities and Nick Kosevich for making it all happen. Lawless Distilling Company: http://www.lawlessdistillingcompany.com/ My conversation with Nick almost 2 years ago: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/question-5-what-is-a-cocktail-consultant-feat-nick-kosevich/id1231166203?i=1000385477554&mt=2
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+++ Daily Guinness #008 - Cogitations: "Pull Out Your Damn Phone" Jan 08, 2019

“Give Us This Day Our Daily Guinness” - DAY 8 A chance encounter with a friend at a coffee shop reminds Rob of the importance of making things happen. ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram Gregorian Chant Recording Courtesy Of: Darren Curtis

+++ Daily Guinness #007 - A Reminder To Reach Out Daily To Grab Hold Of Our Goals (feat. Dan Rodriguez at Keegan's Irish Pub) Jan 07, 2019

“Give Us This Day Our Daily Guinness” - DAY 7 A convo just in time for some of you thinking of giving up on your New Years Resolutions already... My longer convo w/ Dan way back in 2018: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/question-44-how-do-you-write-a-song-feat-dan-rodriguez/id1231166203?i=1000420399456&mt=2 Keegan's Irish Pub: http://keeganspub.com/ ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram Gregorian Chant Recording Courtesy Of: Darren Curtis

+++ Daily Guinness #006 - Cogitations: Input, Influence and boredom Jan 06, 2019

“Give Us This Day Our Daily Guinness” - DAY 6

I seem to have made the habit of filling every spare moment with external input. A conversation with a close friend in a green-room today made me think I may need to start building in time for boredom throughout my day...

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+++ Daily Guinness #005 - Wait, you want to 'Poke' my beer? (feat. Joel Scott of Northbound BrewPub) Jan 05, 2019

“Give Us This Day Our Daily Guinness” - DAY 5 Germany has a winter tradition of brewing a dark-strong beer called an "Eisbock" (pronounced Ice-Bock... yes... Ice is actually involved) But here's the real kicker: Tradition is to heat up an iron rod till it gets red hot and 'poke' your beer by sticking it in for a split second. The reaction is an instant boiling frothy head, a toasty aroma and the rest of the beer stays cold. I've never seen it done in person, so when Sarah found out Joel Scott at Northbound in South Minneapolis was doing it this afternoon... we had to check it out. ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram Gregorian Chant Recording Courtesy Of: Darren Curtis

Question 49 // Hey, how much underwear did you bring? (feat. Ian Allison) Jan 04, 2019

A couple months ago, my friend Ian Allison posted an Instagram story while on tour with Eric Hutchinson explaining how he decided to fit everything he brought IN ONE FREAKIN BACKPACK! He broke down the bag he used, showing some of the things he brought with him, how he did it, and explained the freedom it brought. The only thing is… I had more questions. Personal questions. Like… let’s talk minimalism travel ideology… Let’s talk the business of underwear and socks. Recording Location: Phone Convo with Ian from his home in Minneapolis. ------------------------------ GUEST LINKS: (non of these are affiliate links, I don’t get paid a dime if you purchase anything) Follow Ian and watch his Instagram story: https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17989298332010708/?hl=en Allbirds Shoes: https://www.allbirds.com/ Miir Bottles: https://www.miir.com/collections/bottles My favorite miir coffee mug: https://www.miir.com/collections/cups/products/campcup Dr Bronner Soap: https://www.drbronner.com/ Chase Reeves: https://www.youtube.com/user/chasereeves Smart wool socks: https://www.smartwool.com/ Gary Vee: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCctXZhXmG-kf3tlIXgVZUlw School Of Greatness Podcast: https://lewishowes.com/blog/ Tackle Instruments: https://tackleinstrument.com/ ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram ------------------------------ We’re so glad we don’t have to deal with sponsors or else we would feel compelled to tell you that Guinness is THE GREATEST beer ever made and "Clearly Made Of More.” www.thecuriouspod.com/guinness We'd also feel like we should tell you about our incredibly talented friends at Narrate Films who took all the press photos for the podcast. You can visit them online at: www.narratefilms.com/

+++ Daily Guinness #003 - Why The Hell Do I Need Balance? Jan 03, 2019

“Give Us This Day Our Daily Guinness” - Jan 3, 2019 Apparently Sarah thinks I can be a... man of extremes. I tend to either be all in or all out and I could use some balance in my life. I'm sure I'm the only one who deals with this... ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram Gregorian Chant Recording Courtesy Of: Darren Curtis

Give Us This Day Our Daily Guinness - Jan 2, 2019 - You Will Face Resistance! Jan 03, 2019

Is this just a big mistake? Is this the dumbest idea I've ever had? How can I learn to recognize resistance and trust the process? Maybe I'll set my Guinness down and look through my book shelf in my studio for inspiration. ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram Gregorian Chant Recording Courtesy Of: Darren Curtis

Give Us This Day Our Daily Guinness - Jan 01, 2019 - What If...? Jan 02, 2019

What if... every day in 2019... I sat down with a pint of Guinness and turned the microphones on... What would that look like? Every day? Is that even possible? I guess there's only one way to find out... ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram

Question 48 // How Do I Pick Out The Perfect Christmas Tree? (feat. Jerry Degeest of B&J Trees) Dec 04, 2018

Jerry Degeest is a licensed arborist. (a professional in the practice of cultivation, management, and study of individual trees, shrubs, vines and other perennial woody plants) Where do Christmas trees come from? There are Christmas tree trends? What should I look for when picking out the perfect Christmas tree? This week, Jerry sits down with Rob over hot chocolate to answer these questions and more. Recording Location: B&J Trees, Veterans Memorial Park, Richfield MN ------------------------------ GUEST LINKS: B&J Trees: https://www.bjtrees.com/richfield-christmas-trees/ December 2018 Tour Dates w/ Dan Rodriguez: http://www.danrodriguezmusic.com/shows/ ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram ------------------------------ We’re so glad we don’t have to deal with sponsors or else we would feel compelled to tell you that Guinness is THE GREATEST beer ever made and "Clearly Made Of More.” www.thecuriouspod.com/guinness We'd also feel like we should tell you about our incredibly talented friends at Narrate Films who took all the press photos for the podcast. You can visit them online at: www.narratefilms.com/

Question 47 // Can I learn to trust the unknown? (feat. Mark Heimermann) Oct 09, 2018

Mark Heimermann is one of the most brilliant song-writers, producers and mentors that I’ve had the honor of getting to work with. Producing, writing and touring with artists like Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith, Jaci Velazquez and DC Talk, Mark seems to ,seemingly single-handedly, be responsible for creating the soundtrack of my earlier years while growing up in a home that only allowed listening to 'christian’ music. Why would someone at the height of their career and success decide to completely change directions and move away from Nashville? Why does Mark feel like being a ‘Jack-of-all-trades’ in music is beneficial? And, above all else, I’ve struggled so hard to find certainty in life and ‘figure’ this whole music thing out. The unknown future in the creative journey can be daunting and intimidating. What can Mark teach me about learning to trust the unknown? This week, Mark welcomes me into his home studio to down over Oktoberfest beers to answer these questions and more. Recording Location: Mark’s Home Studio, (haha like hell I’m going to post his home on the map. But… It’s somewhere in MN south of the metro) ------------------------------ GUEST LINKS: Visit Mark Online: http://www.markheimermann.com/ Mark’s Discography: http://www.markheimermann.com/discography.html Contact Mark: http://www.markheimermann.com/contact.html ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram ------------------------------ We’re so glad we don’t have to deal with sponsors or else we would feel compelled to tell you that Guinness is THE GREATEST beer ever made and "Clearly Made Of More.” www.thecuriouspod.com/guinness We'd also feel like we should tell you about our incredibly talented friends at Narrate Films who took all the press photos for the podcast. You can visit them online at: www.narratefilms.com/

Question 46 // What is urban foraging? (feat. Jeff Zeitler) Oct 02, 2018

Jeff Zeitler is the owner and head winemaker of the only winery (or cider house for that matter) in Minneapolis, Urban Forage. How do you balance what other people want you to make and what you want to make? What is urban foraging and what does that have to do with wine making? What can Jeff’s story teach Rob about learning to focus on doing what you can in life with what you have at your disposal? This week, Jeff sits down with Rob over drinks to answer these questions and more. Recording Location: Urban Forage Winery & Cider House, Minneapolis MN ------------------------------ EPISODE LINKS: Urban Forage’s Website: https://urbanforagewinery.com/ Urban Forage Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/urbanforagewinery/ Urban Forage Twitter: https://www.instagram.com/urbanforagewinery/ S.C.O.R.E (Service Core Of Retired Executives): https://www.score.org/ Urban Forage 2018 Harry Potter themed event that caught Sarah’s eye: https://www.facebook.com/events/997868510416324/ ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram ------------------------------ We’re so glad we don’t have to deal with sponsors or else we would feel compelled to tell you that Guinness is THE GREATEST beer ever made and "Clearly Made Of More.” www.thecuriouspod.com/guinness We'd also feel like we should tell you about our incredibly talented friends at Narrate Films who took all the press photos for the podcast. You can visit them online at: www.narratefilms.com/

Question 44 // How do you write a song? (feat. Dan Rodriguez) Sep 25, 2018

Dan Rodriguez and I were best men in each other’s weddings and just so happens to be a brilliant singer-songwriter who I’ve stood behind on stage for the past fourteen years. How do you write a song? Is writers block an actual thing or is it just an excuse for laziness? How have the identities and boxes I’ve placed on myself hindered my ability to write songs? This week, Dan sits down with Rob in his studio to answer these questions and write a few songs. Recording Location:The Lodge Recording Studio, Minneapolis MN ------------------------------ GUEST LINKS: Visit Dan Online: http://www.danrodriguezmusic.com/ The B.J. Novak Interview: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/121-bj-novak-office-on-creative-process-handling-rejection/id863897795?i=1000357822714&mt=2 The Book Dan Mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/Writing-Better-Lyrics-Pat-Pattison/dp/1582975779 ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram ------------------------------ We’re so glad we don’t have to deal with sponsors or else we would feel compelled to tell you that Guinness is THE GREATEST beer ever made and "Clearly Made Of More.” www.thecuriouspod.com/guinness We'd also feel like we should tell you about our incredibly talented friends at Narrate Films who took all the press photos for the podcast. You can visit them online at: www.narratefilms.com/

INTERLUDE: 5 Questions That Will Transform Your Interactions With Other People Sep 11, 2018

How a New Years resolution in 2006 changed the way I ask questions forever and 5 questions, mindsets and tools I’m convinced will change the way you interact with people you meet in a positive way. ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram ------------------------------ We’re so glad we don’t have to deal with sponsors or else we would feel compelled to tell you that Guinness is THE GREATEST beer ever made and "Clearly Made Of More.” www.thecuriouspod.com/guinness We'd also feel like we should tell you about our incredibly talented friends at Narrate Films who took all the press photos for the podcast. You can visit them online at: www.narratefilms.com/

Question 43 // Can you get hired for something you’ve never done before? (feat. Nate Ryan) Aug 28, 2018

Nate Ryan is the staff photographer for 89.3 The Current. An award winning photographer, Nate has captured countless studio performances with bands that visit the station as well as many live performance. Why is balancing creativity and commerce so hard? What’s a career in photography look like? Do you get hired for things you’ve done, or can you get hired for things you want to do in the future? This week, Nate sits down with Rob over coffee to answer these questions and more. Recording Location: Nina’s Coffee Cafe, St Paul MN ------------------------------ GUEST LINKS: Nate’s Website: http://nateryan.com/ Nate’s Instagram: http://instagram.com/nateryanphoto Nate’s Vimeo: http://vimeo.com/nateryanphoto 89.3 The Current: https://www.thecurrent.org/ ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram ------------------------------ We’re so glad we don’t have to deal with sponsors or else we would feel compelled to tell you that Guinness is THE GREATEST beer ever made and "Clearly Made Of More.” www.thecuriouspod.com/guinness We'd also feel like we should tell you about our incredibly talented friends at Narrate Films who took all the press photos for the podcast. You can visit them online at: www.narratefilms.com/

Question 42 // What if Jimmy Swaggart fronted Joy Division? (feat. Jon Reine and Mike Smith) Aug 21, 2018

Jon Reine and Mike Smith are members of the band Greycoats. What leads a band to write a concept album [Carisma!] about that all-American icon, the televangelist? What would it sound like if Jimmy Swaggart fronted Joy Division? Why should I stop thinking about ’should’ when it comes to creating art and only pay attention to what I’m COMPELLED to make? In this special edition episode of the podcast, Jon and Mike sit down with Rob over cocktails to answer these questions and more. Recording Location: Hi-Lo Diner, MPLS MN

Question 41 // What should white people do about black tourism? (feat. Derrick Keith Rollins Jr.) Aug 14, 2018

Derrick Keith Rollins Jr is a singer-songwriter best known by his stage name, “Reverend Doctor." What should white people do about systemic racism? What’s it like to be the ’token black friend’? What does the transition from adorable black child to intimidating black in adult look like when growing up in the midwest? What is racial tourism? This week, Keith sits down with Rob over drinks to answer these questions and more.

Question 40 // Can we talk about identity? (feat. Justin Sharbono) Aug 07, 2018

Justin Sharbono is best known for his work as electric guitarist for the band Soul Asylum. What’s it like to have an honest and meaningful conversation about our own race and identity? How does travel change the way you view your place in the world? What led to Justin’s belief that you can’t hate people you know or love? This week, Justin Sharbono sits down with Rob over drinks at The Lowry in Uptown Minneapolis to answer these questions and more. Recording Location: The Lowry, Minneapolis MN ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram ------------------------------ We’re so glad we don’t have to deal with sponsors or else we would feel compelled to tell you that Guinness is THE GREATEST beer ever made and "Clearly Made Of More.” www.thecuriouspod.com/guinness We'd also feel like we should tell you about our incredibly talented friends at Narrate Films who took all the press photos for the podcast. You can visit them online at: www.narratefilms.com/

A Guide To Getting Your First Tattoo Jul 17, 2018

Getting your first tattoo can be intimidating. How bad does it hurt? How do you book an appointment or pick an artist? What can you expect from the moment you step into the tattoo parlor to leaving with your fresh new ink? Join Rob & Sarah Morgan and special guests Jorge & Janelle Figueroa as Janelle gets her first tattoo. While doing so, Rob will explain “The Five P’s Of Getting Your First Tattoo” (Place vs Person, Price, Process, Pain and Post-Care) Whether you’ve been thinking about getting your first tattoo or simply curious about what it’s like, this entertaining audio guide is guaranteed to replace any hesitation, fear or questions you may have with informed confidence. WARNING: Listening to “A Guide To Getting Your First Tattoo” may cause sudden and undeniable urges to get a tattoo and has been known to invoke sudden spikes in confidence, transforming the listener into a go-to “Tattoo Expert" in their circle of friends. Actual Disclaimer: Rob Morgan is an internationally touring rock bassist and not a licensed tattoo artist or medical practitioner. Consult a professional before getting a tattoo and please tattoo responsibly and professionally. Tattoo Location: Ghost at Brass Knuckle Tattoo Minneapolis ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram Music by Wild Pony: https://www.wildponymusic.com/ ------------------------------ We’re so glad we don’t have to deal with sponsors or else we would feel compelled to tell you that Guinness is THE GREATEST beer ever made and "Clearly Made Of More.” www.thecuriouspod.com/guinness We'd also feel like we should tell you about our incredibly talented friends at Narrate Films who took all the press photos for the podcast. You can visit them online at: www.narratefilms.com/

Question 39 // What’s the difference between skill and talent? (feat. Jordan Srock) Jul 10, 2018

Jordan Srock (@jordandsrock on instagram) is an electric guitarist and a friend of Rob’s who he met while on fly dates (gigs performing with an artist that you fly in-and out of and get to be home with your family within a few days) a few years ago. Is there such thing as a creative or non-creative job? How has technology minimized the value of knowledge? What’s the difference between skill and talent? This week, Jordan sits down with Rob over cocktails to answer these questions and more.

Recording Location: Constantine, Minneapolis MN (in their 'Whiskey Chapel')

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"The Whiskey Chapel" at Constantine Mpls

Question 38 // Can art be quantified? (feat. Peter Himmelman) Jul 03, 2018

Peter Himmelman is a "man of many talents and accomplishments who is known to those who have heard of him, but haven’t heard him, as Bob Dylan’s son-in-law.” That said, Peter first got on Rob’s radar not because of his acclaimed song-writing career or the fact that he was the musical composer on FOX’s American Drama Series: Bones, but as an author. In 2015, when Rob returned home from a dizzying world tour and found himself in a bit of an existential crisis when it came to his career and art, he stumbled on a book called “Let Me Out” written by Peter. Since then, it’s become one the most pivotal and influential books in Rob’s life. This week, Peter Himmelman sits down with Rob in his green room before his show in Minneapolis to let the audio roll with no agenda and see what happens. Recording Location: Dakota Jazz Club green room, Minneapolis MN ------------------------------ GUEST LINKS: Read The Book: “Let Me Out” by Peter Himmelman Listen To Peter’s Music: Spotify, iTunes, Online Peter’s Website: http://www.peterhimmelman.com/home.php ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram ------------------------------ We’re so glad we don’t have to deal with sponsors or else we would feel compelled to tell you that Guinness is THE GREATEST beer ever made and "Clearly Made Of More.” www.thecuriouspod.com/guinness We'd also feel like we should tell you about our incredibly talented friends at Narrate Films who took all the press photos for the podcast. You can visit them online at: www.narratefilms.com/

Question 37 // Does life happen in Act Two? (feat. Josh Olson) Jun 26, 2018

Josh Olson is a director, videographer and master storyteller based out of Minneapolis. What are the components of a great story? Why should everyone, from a CEO to a cello player, know how story telling plays a critical role in what they do for a living? How can the art of storytelling teach us to live more in the moment? This week, Josh sits down with Rob over drinks to answer these questions and more. Recording Location: Parallel Coffee, Minneapolis MN GUEST LINKS: Check out Josh’s work with Narrate Films Here: www.narratefilms.com/ ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram ------------------------------ We’re so glad we don’t have to deal with sponsors or else we would feel compelled to tell you that Guinness is THE GREATEST beer ever made and "Clearly Made Of More.” www.thecuriouspod.com/guinness We'd also feel like we should tell you about our incredibly talented friends at Narrate Films who took all the press photos for the podcast. You can visit them online at: www.narratefilms.com/

Question 36 // What’s it like being married to a creative when you aren’t one? (feat. Amanda Nephew) Jun 05, 2018

Amanda Nephew is a licensed marriage and family therapist that just so happens to be married to one of my closest friends, Jasper Nephew. What advice does she have for anyone in a relationship with someone who functions differently than you do? Why is trust the most important thing for an abstract thinking person? Does vagueness in a relationship always produce anxiety? This week, Amanda sits down with Rob over drinks to answer these questions and more. Recording Location: Jasper & Amanda’s Backyard Deck GUEST LINKS: Amanda Nephew Therapy Services: www.amandanephew.com/ ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram ------------------------------ We’re so glad we don’t have to deal with sponsors: www.thecuriouspod.com/guinness

Question 35 // What if the human brain wasn’t designed for modern noise? (feat. Mike Michel) May 29, 2018

Mike Michel is a award-winning songwriter, guitarist, and music educator who, in 2013, developed a severe case of tinnitus (auditory cortex inflammation) and hyperacusis (extreme sound sensitivity), which threatened to take away his livelihood and everyday functioning. What’s it like when you're a prolific artist and everyday sounds become excruciatingly painful? What causes tinnitus, hyperacusis and brain gating? What’s Mikes advice for needing more music commerce in the minneapolis music scene? This week, Mike Michel sits down with Rob over drinks to answer these questions and more.

Recording Location: Dogwood Coffee Co, ‘Uptown' Minneapolis MN

GUEST LINKS:

Mike’s Website: www.mikemichelmusic.com/

Mike’s Music on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/mike-michel/id341855681

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INTERLUDE: I’ve always been curious about: Quotes (feat. Eric Pierson) May 15, 2018

Eric Pierson is a television, film, voice and commercial actor who recently started showing his prowess in the directing world. He recently worked with the Green Bay Packers, voiced the latest Winfield United campaign, & did his first wire stunt but that said, he’s most notably known as THE FIRST RETURN GUEST ON THE PODCAST!

This week, Eric sits down with Rob over drinks to talk about their love of quotes and to share some of his recent favorites.

Recording Location: Psycho Suzi’s Motor Lounge, Minneapolis MN

GUEST LINKS:

Eric’s Website: http://www.iamericpierson.com/

Eric’s IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5152118/?ref_=fn_al_nm_2

Follow Eric On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericjon/

Listen To My First Interview With Eric: https://goo.gl/6ZfCwz

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THINGS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

-Moleskine Notebook, The interview that taught me to write things down, BJ Novak Interview, The Quote Book Eric gave me, Oak Meditation, Headspace.

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Question 34 // Can artists manufacture emotion? (feat. Dan Smith) May 08, 2018

Dan Smith is a producer, engineer, musician and songwriter. What does it mean to ‘deliver’ as a musician in a studio session? What is the arch of confidence in the creative journey? Can you be inspired by other artists without comparing yourself to them? This week, Dan sits downs over drinks with Rob to answer these questions and more. Recording Location: Wirth Lake Dock, North Minneapolis GUEST LINKS: Dan’s Band ‘Speakrs’: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/speakrs/930084532 ------------------------------ Call The Official Podcast Hotline: (612) 584-9330 Visit Recording Locations: www.thecuriouspod.com/map Subscribe on iTunes: www.thecuriouspod.com/itunes Subscribe via RSS: www.thecuriouspod.com/rss Like us on Facebook: www.thecuriouspod.com/facebook Follow us on Instagram: www.thecuriouspod.com/instagram ------------------------------ We’re so glad we don’t have to deal with sponsors: www.thecuriouspod.com/guinness

Question 33 // What is a SWOT analysis for creatives ? (feat. Jordan Walker) Apr 10, 2018

Jordan Walker is a photographer, entrepreneur, musician, creative thinker, and a close friend of mine. He’s the CEO of Narrate Studios and if you’ve been following the podcast, you’ve seen his work because he took all the press and artwork photos for the podcast. This episode is specifically for anyone who finds themselves thinking that being creative and being intentional seem like binary opposites and wishes they were able to find a way to connect that gap. I sat down with Jordan to ask him about the balance he’s found being a creative person but also an intentional leader in the business side of his compony to see if he has any tactical advice and action steps you can put into place wherever you are in your creative journey. In this convo we talk about: -Capsule Wardrobes -Decision Fatigue (the reason I started wearing all black a couple years ago and still do to this day) -The difference between working “in” a business and “on” your business What a SWOT analysis and Mission Statement are and how creatives can use them to find focus and clarity in what they do Recording Location: Parallel Coffee, Minneapolis, MN For Links, Guest’s Info, and Show Notes VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com/ Want to leave a message to be played on the podcast? Call The Official Hotline: (612) 584-9330

Question 32 // How would a Sommelier pair wine with music? (feat. Leslee Miller) Mar 27, 2018

Leslee Miller is a certified Sommelier and owner of wine consulting firm, Amusée. She's also the co-founder and owner of one of the first wine clubs in America, Sip Better. In this terroir packed episode we uncork way more than just my curiosity about the world of wine and what it takes to become a Sommelier. It’s a conversation about cultivating a curiosity about the world around you and having an openness experiencing life to the fullest. Recording Location: Haskell’s Wine Bar, Minneapolis, MN For Links, Guest’s Info, and Show Notes VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com/

Question 31 // What’s it like to grow up in Northern Ireland? (feat. Paul Crilly) Mar 14, 2018

Paul Crilly owns one of my favorite Irish pubs in Minneapolis, Morrissey’s. If you know me, you know I love Ireland and Irish culture. I set out to have a fun conversation about St. Patrick’s Day and ended up having a far deeper convo than I was expecting. What’s it REALLY like to grow up in Northern Ireland during “The Troubles”? What’s it like to move to America when you’re 19? And what make’s Irish Pubs so much more inviting than your typical bar? Recording Location: Morrissey’s Irish Pub, Minneapolis, MN For Links, Guest’s Info, and Show Notes VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com/

Question 30 // What do you call adults who watch My Little Pony? (feat. Kyle Hultquist, Andrew Nelson & Sydney Armstrong) Mar 06, 2018

A year and a half ago, I saw a documentary called “Bronies: The extremely unexpected adult fans of My Little Pony” and ever since I started this podcast, I knew I wanted to sit down someone who considered themselves a Brony. When three of Minnesota’s experts on the topic agreed to indulge my curiosity over some of Minneapolis’ best cider, I thought I was in for a crash course about the fandom. Instead… what I got was a conversation that went way deeper. Community, gender-stereotypes, the internet as a tool (not a substitute) for meaningful social interactions and self-confidence were just a few of the topics we dove into. Leave any stereotype that gallops into your head at the door, pull up a bar stool, pour yourself a cider and listen in... Recording Location: Sociable Cider Werks, Minneapolis, MN For Links, Guest’s Info, Andrew's videos we talked about in the convo and Show Notes VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com Want to leave a message to be played on the podcast? Call The Official Hotline: (612) 584-9330 This week’s Question: Have you ever had a conversation with someone that made you re-think a stereotype you had in your mind?

Question 29 // At what point do I magically become confident? (feat. Brett LaCasse) Feb 20, 2018

Brett is an electric guitar slinging friend of mine who, every time we play together, at some moment we find ourselves laughing and having a convo that goes deep. In this episode I convince Brett to sneak into a backstage storage closet between sets to record a conversation that ended up being one of my most personal, introspective ones yet. Ever leave hanging out with someone and getting frustrated because you felt like you weren’t fully yourself around them? Did you used to think that one day all your insecurities would just disappear and you would become super confident? Ever have a hard time forgiving your past self? Me too. This one’s for you. Recording Location: Backstage storage closet, Anoka MN For Links, Guest’s Info, and Show Notes VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com / / / / / Want to leave a message to be played on the podcast? Call The Official Hotline: (612) 584-9330 This week’s Question: No question, Just call and leave a message about your thoughts and insight into this convo we had. I have a feeling we’re not alone in this.

Question 28 // Does pretentiousness hurt the world of beer & music? (feat. Kevin Welch) Feb 06, 2018

Kevin Welch is is the owner and head brewer of Minneapolis’ Boom Island Brewing Company. Sound familiar? I interviewed his wife Qiuxia. (Question 26 // Does Craft Beer Belong To White Men?) As a professional french horn player for the Minnesota Orchestra turned brewery owner, Kevin is passionate about both beer and music, however, the real reason I sat down with him is because of his passion to make both of those worlds as accessible as possible for the world to enjoy. Join me on a snowy winter’s night as I get out of the bitter cold to sit down with Kevin in his glowing warm brewery over one of his freshly brewed Belgian beers. Recording Location: Boom Island Brewing Co, Minneapolis MN For Links, Guest’s Info, and Show Notes VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com / / / / / Want to leave a message to be played on the podcast? Call The Official Hotline: (612) 584-9330 This week’s Question: What’s the first beer you drank that you actually appreciated the taste?

Question 27 // What can a 16yr old do about human trafficking? (feat. Kaiya Woller) Jan 23, 2018

My research for this episode began months ago when I heard a statistic saying that the Super Bowl is one of the single largest events where human trafficking happens in the U.S. each year. With the Super Bowl happening [this year] just a few miles from where Sarah and I live, my original title was going to be “What is Minneapolis doing to fight against human trafficking during Super Bowl LII?” In my research, I stumbled across a website that talked about ‘HT’ as an ongoing problem in Minnesota and their goal of bringing awareness to it by organizing a 5k for the past couple years and an additional “Virtual 5k” right before the Super Bowl. My curiosity was sparked even more when I found out that the organization was started by a 16yr old. I sat down over coffee with Kaiya Woller to learn more about ‘Human Trafficking’, what led her to start this, and what it’s like being a girl growing up living downtown Minneapolis. Recording Location: Corner Coffee, Minneapolis MN For Links, Guest’s Info, and Show Notes VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com

INTERLUDE: How do I select my guests? Jan 17, 2018

My thoughts in response to this week's City Pages article encouraging more diversity on this podcast and my answer to the most frequent question I get in regards to this podcast: "How do you find and select your guests that you have on the show?"

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Question 26 // Does Craft Beer Belong To White Men? (feat. Qiuxia Welch) Jan 09, 2018

Qiuxia Welch, with her husband Kevin, owns Boom Island Brewing Co in Minneapolis, MN. I sat down over beers (her beers in fact) to hear her tell her life story and to find out what it’s been like to be a female minority in multiple industries. From China to America; from being a professional classical musician to owning a brewery, this ended up being an eye-opening conversation that I hope encourages us all to be slower to stereotype the people we meet. Recording Location: Boom Island Brewing Co, Minneapolis MN

Question 25 // How can art impact politics? (feat. André Rodriguez) Nov 28, 2017

There’s a lot of noise out there when it comes to people talking about their political opinions right now, and rightfully so! This has been a crazy year. Unfortunately, half the time (especially when it comes to Facebook and Social Media) it seems like people aren’t trying to have a healthy conversation or debate and more trying to figure out if you agree with them so they can decide to keep you as a friend. Can we have quality interactions with people that disagree with us while still holding to the relationship AND our convictions? Are we steadily isolating ourselves from anyone that disagrees with us? How can art impact politics? And what happens when the most impactful album I’ve heard all year… is a Political EP?? I grabbed coffee with my friend André Rodriguez a month ago to see if he could answer some of my questions. Like the music you heard in this episode? Go listen to the full EP HERE: https://goo.gl/HB3Ng9 Recording Location: Canteen Coffee, Minneapolis MN For Links, Guest’s Info, and Show Notes VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com Want to leave a message to be played on the podcast? Call The Official Hotline: (612) 584-9330

Question 24 // How do I compare myself to other people without wanting to quit? (feat. Cory Wong) Nov 14, 2017

Cory Wong is a “Rhythmic Stratocaster Guitar Player” - The Current called him “The most famous Minnesota musician you’ve probably never heard of” and I call him a professional. I sat down with Cory in this music heavy episode to see if I could get past WHAT it is he does to learn HOW he processes some of the issues we all deal with on a day to tay basis. Stick around to the end to hear a special bonus-feature as he tells his story of playing with one of music’s most legendary drummers. Recording Location: Spyhouse Coffee (on Broadway), Minneapolis MN For Links, Guest’s Info, and Show Notes VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com Want to leave a message to be played on the podcast? Call The Official Hotline: (612) 584-9330

INTERLUDE: A Bucket List Big Enough To Live In Nov 07, 2017

I get asked quite a bit about a story some of you have heard me allude to in parts of these interviews about a life “freak out” I had last year when it came to my career in music. Exactly one year later, I’ve decided to sit down and tell the story about a bucket list made in a Smurf-blue house; The 2 times I turned 30; the secret to my landing a gig flying in private jets and a New Years Day that happened in November. Curious? Trade your glass of Guinness in for a cup of coffee and I’ll fill you in...

Question 23 // Why do we treat life like a game of musical chairs? (feat. Danny Hoyt) Oct 24, 2017

Danny Hoyt (@dannyhoyt) is a writer, producer and network television host for the likes of National Geographic, Fox, CBS, NFL, while still finding time to make it back home to LA each weekend to live host for the LA Chargers. At least, that’s what anyone with an internet connection sees… Anyone that knows Danny personally knows that his passion is far greater than just becoming a famous face on TV. We met back in the day studying at the same University and I’m not sure if I’ve ever met someone as quick witted, comfortable in an circumstance you put him or as magnetic. I had a chance to sit down with Danny while he was in town and our conversation ended up being one that would inspire just about anyone to get off their butt and start making things happen for themselves.

Recording Location: The Lobby of Commons Hotel, Minneapolis MN

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If you’d like to reach out to Danny or follow him on social media: @dannyhoyt or you can check out his website at www.dannyhoyt.com

Links and References:
-the book Danny mentioned in our convo: (Making Ideas Happen) https://goo.gl/tMr6nV
-the MAAAAAALK video the intro audio is from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ty62YzGryU4
- Danny’s highlight reel (of which I thanklessly ripped and chopped audio from in the intro): https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=2&v=NKG2PAf6xIU

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Question 22 // Can you take your career to the edge of the world and back? (feat. Alex Potter) Oct 17, 2017

Alex Potter (@alexkpotter) is a photo-journalist working mostly in the Middle East. Her work explores conflict and trust, loss and isolation within communities and relationships and her goal to bridge the gap between the foreign and familiar by creating thought-provoking and emotional images. I had the chance to sit down with Alex over coffee during one of her few days back home in the US this year to hear her story of how her passion has taken her all over the world and hear her advice on finding your calling.

Question 21 // How Do You Measure Success? (feat. Nate Larson) Oct 10, 2017

Nate Larson (@naterlarson) is an extremely successful photographer. Wait… what the hell does that even mean? What was the first thing that came to mind when you think of someone being successful? The word ‘Success’ and the pursuit of it, determining on one’s definition, has the the ability to give your life laser focus… but what happens when we find out we’ve been focusing on the wrong thing? Recording Location: RJ Riches Diner, Mounds View, MN Drink: Diner Coffee For Links, Guest’s Info, and Show Notes VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com Want to leave a message to be played on the podcast? Call The Official Hotline: (612) 584-9330

Question 20 // How’d you land that gig? (feat. Taylor Johnson) Sep 12, 2017

Taylor Johnson (@wildponytj) is widely known for his work (as a songwriter & electric guitar) with the likes of Lorde, Frank Ocean and Phil Wickham. Take it from me, whether you’re playing music with him on stage or talking soccer in the green-room, Taylor is the real deal. Ever since we met in D.C. a few years back, I’ve referred to Taylor as “The Professional” so we decided to sit down to talk about the most frequently asked question any professional musician gets constantly asked "How’d you land that gig?” Even though this ended up being a very music-focused convo, He shares some great insight for anyone who aspires to create anything with other people. In this conversation, we talk about: -How Taylor got into songwriting and his approach to co-writing -How co-writing is like improv theatre ("don’t say ‘no’ ") -The importance of “hearing someone’s idea out.” -Taylor’s advice for the need to come in with tons of ideas while still holding them loosely when creating with other people. -Synergy in creating -Actively putting yourself in situations where you’re going to be stretched creatively Recording Location: Brit’s Pub, Downtown Minneapolis Drink: Old Speckled Hen (Me) Jack & Coke (Taylor) For Links, Guest’s Info, and Show Notes VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com Want to leave a message to be played on the podcast? Call The Official Hotline: (612) 584-9330

Question 19 // What can a mortician teach me about living? (feat. Jim Albinson) Sep 05, 2017

Jim Albinson spent years working as a professional mortician but his creative endeavors span far beyond being "Boxed In” (*cough*… sorry… I had to) by that career. I sat down with Jim on his home patio over iced tea one late summer day to find out what I can learn from him about how to live a better life. In this conversation, we talk about: - What’s it like to be a mortician? - What happens to the human body after death? -“People who have died are still with us, just not DYNAMICALLY WITH US" -The most personalized funeral Jim has ever been apart of -Not becoming obsolite in your life, career and faith -The problem of binary thinking -The importance of being the first best you -“The illusion of emminence” -The uses and purpose of fermaldihide -How do we respond to loss in life? -How the perception of scarcity impacts value Recording Location: Albin Lodge Drink: Imported Kenyan Black Tea (Iced) For Links, Guest’s Info, and Show Notes VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com Want to leave a message to be played on the podcast? Call The Official Hotline: (612) 584-9330

Question 18 // What’s the key to happiness? (feat. Bruce Balgaard) Aug 29, 2017

Bruce Balgaard is more than a musician and artist… he’s a visionary and mentor. I sat down for the first time with Bruce to find out why so many of the musicians I look up to, look up to him. The conversation that took place ended up being one of my most cherished experiences of doing this podcast so far and I’m excited to share it with you. In this conversation, we talk about: -“Everything stands in the way of getting art done." -The fact that all artists that are good have some level of discontent -“Controlled Discontent” - Why Bruce has never practiced a day in his life - Depression - The ultimate defense against depression. Hint: “Kubb" - Bruce’s Definition of The key to happiness (being in the present moment) -What’s the difference between an introvert and an extrovert? (outgoing introverts) -“New areas of growth only come from some kind of conflict or difficulty." -Bruce and I discus being recovering people pleasers Recording Location: Jax Cafe, MPLS MN Food: Meatloaf and AMAZING Potato Salad For Links, Guest’s Info, and Show Notes VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com Want to leave a message to be played on the podcast? Call The Official Hotline: (612) 584-9330

Question 17 // What has your pain gotten you? (feat. Dave Diehl) Aug 22, 2017

Dave Diehl is… Well… I technically am not allowed to tell you what Dave does for a living. Let’s just say, some of the programs that Dave creates helps keep America’s intel safe so that those of us who like to live a normal life worrying about mundane things like making music have the freedom and security to do so. In this conversation, we talk about the importance of continuing to exceed expectations in your career and art, the need for setting healthy boundaries in your professional and social life (something I struggle with) and much more. Recording Location: Fulton Brewing’s Tap Room Beers: The Libertine, barel aged craft beer For Links, Guest’s Info, and Show Notes VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com Want to leave a message to be played on the podcast? Call The Official Hotline: (612) 584-9330

Question 16 // Wait, you can be creative AND have your shit together? Pt.2 (feat. Matt Patrick) Aug 15, 2017

Matt Patrick (@librarystudio) is a record producer, studio owner, engineer, singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. I’ve had the honor of working with Matt multiple times over the years and every time I do, I feel like I’ve left the session feeling like not just a better musician but also a wiser human. In order to share with you as much as possible from our conversation, I’ve decided to share it in two parts. I always say that if you can get past the WHAT someone does, to find out WHO they are and WHY they do it, there is wisdom that anyone can connect with. That said, Matt’s musical insight is so interesting that I know there are people that would like to hear more on that too so we dive even deeper into music next week. Part 2 or our conversation ended up being a little bit more creativity and music focused. In our second and final part, we talk about: -The importance of a balanced life -How daily rituals can BENEFIT our creativity -Learning when to take a break instead of trying to ‘push through’ (I freakin love Matt’s ‘Round Peg, Square Hole’ concept) - “Thin Slicing” - Masha and the bear (on ice)

Question 15 // Wait, you can be creative AND have your shit together? Pt.1 (feat. Matt Patrick) Aug 08, 2017

Matt Patrick (@librarystudio) is a record producer, studio owner, engineer, singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. I’ve had the honor of working with Matt multiple times over the years and every time I do, I feel like I’ve left the session feeling like not just a better musician but also a wiser human. In order to share with you as much as possible from our conversation, I’ve decided to share it in two parts. I always say that if you can get past the WHAT someone does, to find out WHO they are and WHY they do it, there is wisdom that anyone can connect with. That said, Matt’s musical insight is so interesting that I know there are people that would like to hear more on that too so we dive even deeper into music next week. In Part 1 we talk about: -How to ascribe value to yourself -Combating the voices of doubt in your head -Living a life of ballance -Figuring out what YOUR voice is - figure out what nobody else has done before and DO THAT -The need to be present in the moment Quotes from Matt in this interview that stood out to me: “I don’t want to learn somebody elses’ magic, I want to create my own” “True creatives are always waiting for people to figure out what we actually believe about ourseves.” Recording Location: Dangerous Man Brewing’s Tap Room Beers: Kolsch For Links, Guest’s Info, and Show Notes VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com

Question 14 // Is it beautiful? Do I love it? (feat. Elliott Blaufuss) Jul 25, 2017

Elliott Blaufuss is an artist. Music just happens to be the medium with which he creates his art. You’ve probably seen him singing duets on stage with Kelly Clarkson or Music Directing for Eric Hutchinson. When I was asked to take the position of Music Director with the band Owl City just before their massive Asia tour a few years back, multiple people said I needed to pick Elliott’s brain. I did… it ruled. We decided to meet up again at the same spot we did a few years prior at Black Forest Inn. Grab your favorite German stein (it better be able to hold a Liter) and pull up a stool. Prost! In this episode we talk about: -How traveling with music might be in Elliott’s family blood -Elliott’s intro to the world of performing music -The ‘meat and potatoes’ of music // “it’s all about story” -What is an artist? (secret sharers) -Elliott’s belief that music is tied into the fabric of life // I agree -Money and Music: “Do it and forget about it.” -“Is it beautiful Do I love it?” -How to be present in the moment Recording Location: Black Forest Inn, MPLS MN Drinks: Hacker Pschorr Dunkel For Links, Guest’s Info, and Show Notes VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com

Question 13 // Why Should I Give A Damn About Vinegar & Vulnerability? (feat. Scott Dillon) Jul 18, 2017

Scott Dillon is the owner of a cocktail company called The Twisted Shrub. After a chance meeting in passing, I instantly knew I had to learn more about his story and after reaching out, he was kind enough to sit down with me over drinks. How did He go from a secure job at General Mills to starting his own cocktail company? Why does he think that the most legit people view vulnerability as a sign of confidence? And what are these ‘Shrubs’ he’s basing his entire business on? In this episode we talk about: -What are “Shrubs” and how did Scott Discover them -The beauty of craft-beverages forcing you to be in the moment -Scott’s history with General Mills and how the recession changed his life path -The importance of honest friendships (you need people to call you on your shit) -The danger of binary career thinking (thinking you either choose to have a fun career and not have it be smart financially or you have a borring career that gives you financial security) -The greatest skill Scott learned from his time at General Mills (LISTENING & LEADERSHIP) -Leadership Advice -The importance of vaulnerability and NOT the fake it till you make it mentality -The importance of ‘Winning’ and bringing a competitive spirit in anything you do (Scott explains why) -Colin Powell’s '40/70 Rule' -Vulnerability and being willing to ask questions when you don’t know is the ultamate sign of confidence (Scott explains why and talks about Questions. "If you don’t ask, you don’t care.”) Recording Location: Parlour, Downtown Minneapolis Drinks: Seasonal Smash & Parlour Old Fashioned For Links, Guest’s Info, and Show Notes VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com

Question 12 // Are we screwing ourselves over by thinking too big? (feat. Eric Pierson) Jul 11, 2017

Eric Pierson is a television, film and commercial actor who recently started showing his prowess in the directing world. Some of his recent film credits include the Netflix Original Series "Lady Dynamite”, "Driven By Bacon” and "Wilson" starring Woody Harrelson & Laura Dern. If you haven’t Netflix-and-Chilled over those yet, you’ve most likely seen his bearded face on more than one commercial. Beyond all that, Eric is known to me as someone who thinks deeply about life and is a great storyteller. I knew you would enjoy hearing what he has to say and he didn’t disappoint… and I may or may not have laughed so hard I cried for the first time on the podcast. Enjoy. (Side note for Sarah’s fans: Sarah originally wanted to title this question, “Have you ever looked a man in the eye while he poops?” ) In this episode we talk about: -A hilarious story of Eric meeting someone in the woods -The benefits of meditation -Not worrying about tomorrow -Not letting your day get derailed by someone else trying to get your attention before your body is ready to take it (i.e. social media and emails first thing in the morning) -Working out -What Kobe Bryant, Michael Jackson, and Mike Rowe have in common -Just doing the work and putting the time in -Nobody’s going to give you permission to live your best life, decide who you want to be and do it! -The importance of starting your own project or buisiness -Eric’s definitrion of success (probably one of the best I’ve heard) -My add to Eric’s definition: Whatever success means to you is good as long as it can be found internally. -The hardest working people always seem to be the luckiest Quote from Eric during the interview that stood out to me: “Let living with intention become part of your routine” Recording Location: Eastside Co-Op, Northeast Minneapolis Drink: Kombucha For Links, Guest’s Info, and Show Notes VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com

INTERLUDE: "The Girl Who Married Two Brothers" Jul 04, 2017

A Seanchaí is a traditional Gaelic storyteller/historian. In Scotland, they were called seanchaidh. I believe that there are Seanchaí hidden all around us in our everyday lives if we’re willing to cultivate a genuine sense of curiosity about other people and are willing to stop and listen.

What would happen if we saw people we come in contact with for what they really are, hidden Seanchaí, secret storytellers walking among us.

Thank you to Ray, possibly one of the most interesting and humble people I’ve ever met, for sharing this week’s story with us.

Question 11 // What’s the difference between familiarity and a loss of passion? (feat. Ben Gowell) Jun 27, 2017

Ben Gowell (@bengowell for all you fellow Instagram junkies) is not only one of the most professional guitarist/producer/mix-engineer/songwriters that I know but he’s also one of the wisest people I’ve ever spent time with. I’ve looked up to Ben for years and because of that, this conversation goes all over the map and deep pretty quick. This one’s for those of you out there in need of life advice from a wise older brother who’s really been there (no pun intended)… so grab a Scotch, throw on some quality headphones, and feel free to share a booth with us. In this episode we talk about: - Realizing that nobody you look up to ever feels like they have ‘arrived’ - EVERYONE had to work hard to be good, no exceptions. Everyone you look up to had to put in time and work in that you didn’t see. -Take chances and live an adventure. Don’t be paralyzed by future planning -The need for healthy confidence -Family: Thankfulness for strong supportive wives, dealing with being GONE on the road while in a relationship and learning to be a parent while being a musician. - “GET ADDICTED TO THE PROCESS!” - battling entitlement or expectation -"The human problem with familiarity": How Ben actively reminds himself to take stock in what he’s grateful for and his thoughts on confusing familiarity with a loss of passion -Welcoming different seasons of life: 'always be open to new seasons of joy' - “You can’t know things you don't know” - not wasting any energy or time on regrets - The importance of keeping your word - Practicing awkward confrontations: it doesn’t come easy to anyone Quotes Worth Tattooing from Ben: "You can’t know things you don't know” "GET ADDICTED TO THE PROCESS!” "Always Be Open To New Seasons Of Joy" “Don’t confuse familiarity with a loss of passion" If you’d like to contact Ben, you can find him on social media here: Instagram: @bengowell Facebook: Ben.gowell Recording Location: The Happy Gnome, St. Paul MN Drink: Laphroaig 10yr Scotch For Links, Guest’s Info and Show Notes VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com

Question 10 // How did Fantasy Novels and Renaissance Festivals teach a touring drummer to embrace his inner nerd? (feat. Nate Babbs) Jun 20, 2017

Nate Babbs (@soundslikenate) is a good friend of mine that I’m excited to welcome to the podcast for a special NERD EDITION! Sure, Nate graduated from one of the best music schools in the country (Berklee College of Music)… Sure, Nate’s an experienced session and touring drummer (sharing the bill with the likes of Counting Crows) but I don’t give a single crap about any of that. We sat down for breakfast and bloody marys at Victor’s Cafe in South Minneapolis to dive into some of Nate’s nerdier endeavors and as usual the convo took a turn for some things deeper. In this episode we talk about: -Learning not to be ashamed of your passions (no matter how nerdy they are) and realizing that it’s only by embracing yourself that you can open up doors to connect with others -Dungeons and Dragons, Fantasy Novels, The Hobbit and Lord of The Rings, The Red Wall Book Series. "Giving your adult self permission to imagine.’ -Why Sake Bloody Mary are big in Minneapolis -Our human need to define EVERYTHING -The negative side of escapism -Renaissance Festivals -The importance of imagination as an adult: “Adults don’t feel like they can play anymore.” -Deciding to be inclusive instead of exclusive -Quit constantly comparing yourself to other people Recording Location: Victor’s 1959 Cafe, South Minneapolis Drinks: Sake Bloody Marys For Links, Guest’s Info, Show Notes and pictures of Nate on tour and in his full RenFest attire VISIT: www.thecuriouspod.com

Question 9 // When are you too old to make a career change? (feat. Luke Meek) Jun 13, 2017

Luke Meek is an internationally touring production manager for the likes of: Lissie, NEEDTOBREATH, Owl City, Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness, Tyrone Wells, Stephen Kellogg, The Nadas and the list goes on… Luke became a good friend of mine from our time working together and traveling the world with Owl City as soon as I heard about what’s been happening with him lately, I knew we had to sit down and talk the next time we were in the same city together. Maybe you’re someone who feels unsettled in their career and is looking for a change, Maybe you’re a music lover/concert goer and curious about what a production manager’s role is, Maybe you’re a musician who's on tour or hopes to one day tour looking for some advice, Maybe you’re a freelancer or entrepreneur looking for tips on how to live a sustainable balanced life… We talk about all of it. Enjoy. In this episode we talk about: - Balancing “Fake it till yo make it” and authenticly knowing when to ask for advice - Believing that you’re never too old to change in life whether it’s personally or professionally. - ‘Time is Currency’ Finding your own work/life balance - How music has taken an Iowa boy all over the world - Maintaining a healthy relationship with your significant other while on the road: Advice and Stories - Understanding the ‘bell curve' of career/finances/personal time and learing to live in the middle instead of the extremes: ‘Keeping your life overhead low' - The unglamorous side of touring: it’s still work - Advice/Tips for musicians and crew while on the road with music - Embracing “It’s not about me!”: Just because you’re on stage, doesn’t mean you can be a diva - The importance of cultivating a good work ethic - Realizing your attitude, good or bad, has influence on everyone around you - Figuring out your professional career identity and realizing that’s different than your personal identity: Your work doesn’t define you. - Understanding that life’s doors don’t alway open clearly, sometimes you need to take a calculated risk before you find the clear answers. Thanks to our special guests (both of our wives) that drank and hung with us during our convo. Recording Location: Volstead’s Emporium Speakeasy, Secret Location Somewhere In Minneapolis Drinks: Deliciously Crafted Whisky Cocktails and Wine For Links, Guest’s Info, Show Notes and pictures of Luke and us guys devouring noodles in South Korea Visit: www.thecuriouspod.com

Question 8 // How does a cup of coffee have the power to change the world? (feat. Caleb Garn) Jun 06, 2017

Take a moment and think of how much in your life that has taken place in a coffee shop… My first hang-out with my now wife Sarah was at a coffee shop. I’ve been kicked out of bands, asked to be IN bands, early mornings, late nights… and the list goes on. Caleb Garn is a founder of one of the greatest coffee shops west of the Mississippi: Five Watt Coffee in Minneapolis, MN. Sit down with Caleb and one thing is clear, this musician/entrepreneur has a passion for the american coffee shop and even more so for the people in them. Don’t be mistaken, this conversation isn’t just for people who love coffee and music… (if you don’t… maybe I’m not the podcast for you BTW) we dive into what it means to be a human and what Caleb calls “Movie Moments" that could change the way you look at the world. Just your everyday conversation over coffee.. In this episode we talk about: -Coffee (the history of 3rd wave coffee and the magic of coffee shops) -How Caleb’s first real recording session in Minneapolis ended up being with the boys from Dr. Mambo’s Combo and Mick Sterling (MPLS Music Legends) -Us both moving here and experiencing Minneapolis for the first time -Music School -Defining Success (“Knowing where you want to go and getting there”) -"Movie Moments" -Caleb’s obsessively inspiring coffee shop notebook taking -The 3 ‘Waves’ of coffee -Deciding to be Inclusive instead of Exclusive. -How the world is “Inside Out” not “Outside In" -Caleb’s personal deffinition of success Quotes from Caleb that stuck out to me: “Treat every customer like you’re meeting your significant other’s parents for the first time” "Always find a way to say ‘YES’." "A cup of coffee has the power to change the world and the only thing that connects people as much as coffee is music.” "Anything is obtainable. The price is how hard you want to work for it.” Recording Location: Five Watt Coffee, South Minneapolis Drink: Five Watt Cold Press (@ 9pm… what was I thinking?) For Links, Guest’s Info And Show Notes Visit: www.thecuriouspod.com

Question 7 // Did a Backstreet Boy really get you that tattoo at 2am… in a hotel... in Japan? (feat. Tyler Burkum) May 30, 2017

Tyler Burkum (@tylerburkum) is an internationally touring and studio guitarist (Mat Kearney, Leagues, The Cactus Blossoms, Ingrid Michaelson... just to name a few) He’s a brilliant composer/songwriter too… but I didn’t interview him because of all that nonsense. I played with Tyler a few months back and as soon as we got to talking, I knew that I needed to sit down one-on-one over beers and chat. The way this guy approaches life and thinks about things will inspire you to want to be more open to what life has to offer even if you’re not a musician. In this episode we talk about: -Being cool with not being the right person for every gig -Realizing that being present in the moment is more important than anything else -Tyler’s experience being picked up at 17 to go on a rock tour -Overseas tattoo stories -The enjoyment of traveling with music and the education of traveling the world. How it changes the way you view life and culture -Deciding to be someone who says yes -Letting your mind remind your heart to ease it’s insecurities. -the pointlessness of being competitive in music -Producing yourself: The need to accept who you are and who you’re not. The importance of knowing what you’re NOT good at. -What ’success’ means to Tyler -Using social media as a musician -Advice Tyler would give to his past self that may just change your life. (don’t compete with other people) Recording Location: Indeed Brewery Tap Room, Minneapolis Beer: Day Tripper IPA I’m so thankful that I don’t have to deal with sponsors. Otherwise, I would have to tell you to visit Guinness’ website HERE Otherwise, I’d be inclined to tell you that Guinness Draft (with it’s distinctive dark amber body and rich creamy head) is possibly God’s greatest gift to mankind and is the sole reason I’m thankful for being alive after it’s birth in 1759. I’d also have to recommend that you to hire Narrate Films for your next video/film/music-video/photo booth/wedding photography/any photography needs and to visit their website HERE. Whew… so thankful I don’t need to deal with that crap. I’d feel so dirty having to tell you that this episode was sponsored by Bittercube Bitters NO WAY IN HELL am I going to tell you that Bittercube has been featured in Martha Stewart’s Everyday Food, Playboy, Imbibe Magazine, Timeout, Chicago Tribune, New York Times, Bloomberg BusinessWeek, GO – AirTran Inflight Magazine, Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel, NPR, and Daily Candy, among other publications. For Links, Guest’s Info And Show Notes Visit: www.thecuriouspod.com

Question 6 // What makes someone an "influencer"? (feat. Ian Allison) May 23, 2017

Ian Allison (@ianmartinallison) is known to most as a studio and touring bassist for the likes of Eric Hutchinson, Jeremy Messersmith and many many more but to me, he’s a mentor. I first met Ian in 2004, studying my undergrad in music performance in Minneapolis under his bass tutelage. For a few years following, I learned far more than music from Ian and he became one of the most influential people of my adult life thus far. Sit down with Ian in any scenario and the convo is going to end up going deeper than you expected and this was no exception.. Years ago, He actually introduced me to the Minneapolis staple of a breakfast spot known as The Bad Waitress so it felt only fitting that I met up with him on a Tuesday morning for some coffee and conversation. In this episode we talk about: -What makes someone an Influencer? -Shortchanging your creative voice -the lowdown and proper mindset of approaching music gear and art: “Kurt Cobain and the Fender jaguar guitar” -Why asking someone what gear they used on a session is the wrong question. (and what you should be asking) -Ian’s story about taking a lesson as a teen with Brian Bromberg -The need to embrace your past. (Everyone you think is ’cool’ now, was once a Weird Al fan) -The need to not feel embarrassed about your enthusiasm and being true to yourself -Why, if he could eat sushi professionally, Ian would never touch a bass again (maybe) -Playing what what gets you pumped, in music, but making sure it isn’t coming from a place of boredom and is serving the song -Embracing the right music for the right context // looking past yourself and your own esthetic likes and dislikes. -Ian’s last min ‘dan wilson’ story. “NEVER SAY NO AGAIN!!!” For Links, Guest’s Info And Show Notes Visit: www.thecuriouspod.com

Question 5 // What is a 'Cocktail Consultant'? (feat. Nick Kosevich) May 16, 2017

Nick Kosevich (@nickkosevich) is an international 'Cocktail Consultant', a world class bartender and the co-founder of Bittercube Bitters. Even though Bittercube can be found at every bar I’ve been to in the Twin Cities, I took notice when I met a bartender in Louisiana raving about them years ago while on the road with music. I decided to sit down with Nick to find out how his journey took him from wanting to be an actor/stand-up comedian to being a successful entrepreneur and international cocktail judge and to figure out what I can learn from his career in cocktails and apply it to mine in the world of music. In this episode: -Our good friends Jorge and Janelle Figueroa join Sarah and I at the dining room table for cocktails, wine, beer and end up talking about the importance of 'Staying Curious' as we get older. -I give a call to this week's Guinness Giveaway winner (Clark Strasburg) at the end of the episode -I end up making the best 'Sour' Cocktail of my life thanks to Bittercube's help. In my interview with Nick we talk about: - Why Nick prefers not to be called a mixologist - What is a Cocktail Consultant? - Balancing being a good parent and being on the road for work - How is bartending alot like being a musician? - How to stay humble while still having confidence (“bartender bravado”) - The misconceptions of ‘pre-mixed’ cocktails - The awesomeness of the hit tv show 'Cheers' - Not trying to be a ‘Trend Setter’ but focusing on constantly being 'Forward Thinking' - The importance of confidence - How Bittercube Bitters got started - Even though it looks like people are successful overnight... that’s not how it works - Not worring about the competition, follow your own goals, run your own race

Question 4 // What Can You Learn From An International Lego Building Champion? (feat. Alex Grahmann) May 09, 2017

Alex Grahmann (@agrahmann) is a master story teller, an international Lego® building champion and one of the best public speakers I’ve ever heard. In this episode, we talk about: -Green Legos® (you never had them) -National/International Lego® competitions (and him crushing the competition) -Cyber bullying, Jealousy, and battling a scarcity mindset -Finding your self worth -Social media forcing us to try to look like life is effortless for you -How to be a “Dreamer Who Does Things” -Figuring out if you’re a dreamer and realizing that it's ok if you aren't -A test to find out if you are creative even if you think you aren't -How to use lists to maximize creativity to come up with/keep track of new ideas, and just be a better human -Building Star Wars cereal dioramas -Realizing what matters most in life. Recording Location: Anelace Coffee, Northeast Minneapolis Drinks: GoldenEye Coffee For More Info And Show Notes Visit: www.thecuriouspod.com

Question 3 // What Aren't We Talking About? (feat. Steve Goold) May 03, 2017

Steve Goold is known to the public as an internationally touring, session drummer for the likes of: Sara Bareilles, Ben Rector, Paul Baloche, Sara Groves, Owl City (before my time with them) Mat Kearney, Joel Hanson, The Honeydogs, Go Fish, The Blenders and the list goes on…. To me, Steve is known as a friend of wisdom and depth. I feel like we could start talking about fart densities and somehow he could tie it in to your purpose in life. In our conversation we talk about the things that you don’t get to see on social media. The real reason he was in town last month, the death of his father this year, the eventual death of YOUR father someday, why musicians that play together form a bond like no other vocation, and how his project Masss came to be. Stick around to the end of the episode and hear Masss’ newest single IN FULL. Recording Location: Town Hall Brewery, Minneapolis, MN Drinks: A flight of Barrel Aged Belgian Beers (one of them, I spilt on my pants during our convo) I’m so thankful that I don’t have to deal with sponsors. Otherwise, I would have to tell you to visit Guinness’ website HERE and ask you to hire Narrate Films for your next video/film/music-video/wedding photography/any photography needs and to visit their website HERE. Whew… so thankful I don’t need to deal with that crap. For More Info Visit: www.thecuriouspod.com

Question 2 // Can You Retrain Your Brain? (feat. Joel Bowers) May 03, 2017

Joel Bowers is only a couple of years older than me but I view him as a mentor. As a multi instrumentalist, he’s been around the block a few times when it comes to gigging. As a man with dual citizenship and someone who needed to replace his passport twice before college, he’s been around the world a few times. Joel’s seen more out of life than some people could see in two lifetimes and is one of the first people I go to when I need advice. In our conversation, we talk about practical tools he’s found to retrain his brain to lean into gratitude and he opens up about the death of his mother just months ago. I don’t take conversations and openness like this lightly. This conversation is a gift from Joel to me, to share with you. Recording Location: The Freehouse, THE NORTH FREAKIN LOOP, MPLS, MN Food: Breakfast bowls, 'brew bread’ and coffee I’m so thankful that I don’t have to deal with sponsors. Otherwise, I would have to tell you to visit Guinness’ website HERE and ask you to hire Narrate Films for your next video/film/music-video/wedding photography/any photography needs and to visit their website HERE. Whew… so thankful I don’t need to deal with that crap. For More Info Visit: www.thecuriouspod.com

Question 1 // How The Hell Did We End Up Here? (feat. DawnL Ojeda) May 03, 2017

DawnL Ojeda is more than an amazing vocalist. I knew from the moment I heard a portion of her life's story, while in a green room at a gig no less, that I had to hear ALL of it one on one for myself. It’s a story of a talented young girl surrounded by people who want her to live her life by THEIR ideas of success and how she grows up learning how to use what she’s been given to make other people’s lives better. It’s a story of finding yourself, a story of strength, and defining what success means for YOU! I’m so inspired by DawnL and have a feeling you will be too. Recording Location: Mancini’s, St. Paul, MN Drinks: Dirty Martinis I’m so thankful that I don’t have to deal with sponsors. Otherwise, I would have to tell you to visit Guinness’ website HERE and ask you to hire Narrate Films for your next video/film/music-video/wedding photography/any photography needs and to visit their website HERE. Whew… so thankful I don’t need to deal with that crap. For More Info Visit: www.thecuriouspod.com

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