Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin

Rick Rubin

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Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin features interesting interviews with interesting people. Legendary American record producer Rick Rubin hosts the podcast. Audiences may already be familiar with the podcast host's name. An acclaimed producer with his own label, Rubin has produced records for a range of musical acts. He has worked with the Beastie Boys, Metallica, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Johnny Cash. Rubin has authored a book, appeared in many documentaries, and won many awards. The podcast's title comes from the name of Yahweh.

On Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin, the host selects individuals from any background to talk to at length. He invites neurosurgeons, entrepreneurs, sports coaches, comedians, and more. It's varied, fresh, and insightful. Past guests have included Phil Jackson, WIll Smith, and Owen Wilson. The podcast also introduces listeners to new names. At the same time, it will tell them everything they need to know about the individual.

The conversations here are unexpected and enlightening. Rubin is well-experienced in interview-style shows, which makes it pleasant listening. He also cohosts Broken Record with Rick Rubin, Malcolm Gladwell, Bruce Headlam and Justin Richmond. Both shows are interview-style. There are two key differences between the two, however. This one is just Rubin sitting down with his interview subject. Also, Broken Record is a music-focused. Rubin said he was going to talk to people not in music for his solo podcast. However, he did make an exception for Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails.

On Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin, audiences will hear amazing conversations. gain a new perception of the individual in the guest's seat. The show is educational, eye-opening, and engaging. New episodes drop each week.

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