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The Great Creators with Guy Raz

The Great Creators with Guy Raz

Guy Raz | Wondery

Become a more inventive, imaginative you. Every week, Guy Raz (creator of How I Built This) leads a deep dive conversation with someone at the top of their game. From conquering stage fright to learning to be more present and focused, you'll learn how each guest mastered their craft and ultimately became more successful in life. The result? An arsenal of tools and techniques you can apply to your own life and work, allowing you to harness your talent and become a better version of yourself.


81 - Rainn Wilson on Becoming Dwight Schrute the “Nerd Bully”, Anxiety, and his Spiritual Reawakening (2023)
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  • 81 - Rainn Wilson on Becoming Dwight Schrute the “Nerd Bully”, Anxiety, and his Spiritual Reawakening (2023)

    Actor Rainn Wilson is best known for playing Dwight on "The Office," but in recent years he has become a mental health and spirituality advocate through his books and production company, SoulPancake. He joins Guy to talk about auditioning for the role of Michael Scott, the deep anxiety he faced as a young actor, his ensuing search for inner peace, and why he believes performing can be a spiritual act. Rainn’s book is called “Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution”. This episode originally aired in April 2023. Links from the show:Rainn and Steve Carell give a tour of the set of "The Office"The documentary "Laughing Matters," produced by Rainn's production company with comedians talking about mental healthRainn quizzes Billie Eilesh ("The Office's biggest fan")Rainn on the difference between The Office and Saturday Night LiveRainn and Steve Carell talk about pandemic-related stress and give advice on how to overcome itRainn and chess master Magnus Carlsen talk chess and metaphysicsFor more conversations like this – with guests ranging from Stephen Colbert to Ice Cube to Jason Sudeikis – go to https://www.thegreatcreators.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Tue, 26 Mar 2024 - 1h 01min
  • 80 - From $100k in Debt to #1 Independent Country Artist (NO Record Deal) | Cody Jinks

    Singer-songwriter Cody Jinks shares his journey from heavy metal frontman and part-time bouncer and forklift driver to country music’s top independent artist. He talks about enduring years of poverty in order to keep 100% ownership over his publishing (“it was worth it”); how he wrote the 2x-platinum track “Loud & Heavy”; finding sobriety; and evolving his sound into his 40s. Cody’s new album is called “Change the Game”. Links from the Show: “Loud & Heavy” ​“Sober Thing”Cody’s websiteCody’s InstagramFor more conversations like this – with guests ranging from Lainey Wilson and Shania Twain to Jeff Tweedy and The Smiths’ Johnny Marr – go to https://www.thegreatcreators.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Tue, 19 Mar 2024 - 1h 10min
  • 79 - Louis Cato: Stephen Colbert’s Soulful Band Leader on Spiritual Music, Lessons from a Near-Death Experience, and Becoming Himself on Stage

    Every weeknight, Louis Cato performs live in front of a few million people as the band leader for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. He arranges the tunes, sets the tone, and plays multiple instruments himself; Colbert calls him a “musical genius”. Today, Louis talks about the multi-decade journey that led him here – from listening to “only Jesus music” in his youth and then having his mind blown by the Rolling Stones, to dropping out of the Berklee College of Music and touring the world, to a near-fatal accident that still affects him to this day. He even sings us a few beautiful bars. Louis’ most recent solo album is called “Reflections”. Links from the show: Louis being introduced by Stephen as the new Late Show band leader in 2022 Introducing Louis Cato and The Late Show Band!Louis’ NPR Tiny Desk Concert Louis Cato: Tiny Desk ConcertLouis performing “Reflections” on the Late ShowBuy Louis’ album “Reflections” Louis’ Instagram See all our episodes – including conversations with Tom Hanks, Jason Sudeikis, Bjork, and many more – at TheGreatCreators.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Tue, 12 Mar 2024 - 1h 17min
  • 78 - Viral Music Phenom Jacob Collier: This “Life-Changing” Moment Unlocked New Creative Powers

    Jacob Collier has been called the “Mozart of Gen Z” by the New York Times. As a teen, his one-man-band performances went viral and led to a cold email from (and friendship with) music legend Quincy Jones – something he discusses in this episode.  He also talks about his childhood, where he gets his ideas, why doesn’t make pop hits, and his most recent album, Djesse, Vol. 4. The album features an eclectic range of collaborators, from T-Pain to Chris Martin of Coldplay… plus, 100,000 other voices. Really! Get Jacob’s album Djesse Vol. 4 here: https://shop.jacobcollier.com/ More links from the show: Jacob’s rendition of Pure Imagination and Jacob directing an audience choir Jacob Collier - The Audience Choir (Live at O2 Academy Brixton, London)Jacob’s Tiny Desk Concert (2019)Jacob’s YouTube channelHis Instagram TikTok See all our episodes – including conversations with Tom Hanks, Jason Sudeikis, Bjork, and many more – at TheGreatCreators.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Tue, 05 Mar 2024 - 1h 05min
  • 77 - Songwriting Secrets Behind 70 BILLION Streams: Ryan Tedder (2023)

    Ryan Tedder is the lead singer of OneRepublic and the producer and songwriter behind countless hits including Adele’s Rumor Has It and Beyonce’s Halo. Tedder even sold his own catalog for a reported $200 million. He joins Guy to talk about growing up in a religious family, tackling his stagefright (“I was shaking backstage”), using personal experiences to write hits, working with star musicians, and how to choose singles in the TikTok age. This episode was originally released in 2023. Links from the ShowRyan Tedder performing “Apologize” solo for BBC MusicOneRepublic’s music video for “I Ain’t Worried” featured on Top Gun: Maverick Music video for Adele’s “Rumor Has It” co-written by Ryan TedderMusic video for Beyonce’s “Halo” co-written by Ryan TedderMusic video for Paul McCartney’s “Fuh You” co-written by Ryan TedderRyan’s InstagramHis TikTokHis Hit-Making CourseSee all our episodes – including conversations with Tom Hanks, Jason Sudeikis, Bjork, and many more – at TheGreatCreators.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    Tue, 27 Feb 2024 - 57min
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