Don Was is a producer, bassist, and record label president. He sits down with David Sanborn and shares stories about his start in Detroit, his philosophy as a producer, and much, much more.

'I never considered playing or making records to be a job': Don Was in conversation with David Sanborn

Saxophonist David Sanborn has always been curious, especially when it comes to the creative process. His new podcast, As We Speak, gives him the opportunity to sit down with some of the most creative minds in the arts to talk about their unique creative process and much more. David's upcoming guests include Kurt Elling, Cecile McLorin Salvant, and an exclusive talk with his idol, Sonny Rollins. "This podcast is a great opportunity for me to talk in depth with old friends and new, all of whom I’ve long admired. I truly hope everyone enjoys these conversations as much as I did when I spoke with them."- David Sanborn Cover artwork by <a href="https://www.alicesoyer.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Alice Soyer</a> Check out the rest of our line up at <a href="https://www.wbgo.org/studios" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">WBGO Studios</a>.

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Saxophonist David Sanborn has always been curious, especially when it comes to the creative process. His new podcast, As We Speak, gives him the opportunity to sit down with some of the most creative minds in the arts to talk about their unique creative process and much more. David's upcoming guests include Kurt Elling, Cecile McLorin Salvant, and an exclusive talk with his idol, Sonny Rollins."This podcast is a great opportunity for me to talk in depth with old friends and new, all of whom I’ve long admired. I truly hope everyone enjoys these conversations as much as I did when I spoke with them."- David SanbornCover artwork by Alice SoyerCheck out the rest of our line up at WBGO Studios.

Saxophonist David Sanborn has always been curious, especially when it comes to the creative process. His new podcast, As We Speak, gives him the opportunity to sit down with some of the most creative minds in the arts to talk about their unique creative process and much more. David's upcoming guests include Kurt Elling, Cecile McLorin Salvant, and an exclusive talk with his idol, Sonny Rollins. "This podcast is a great opportunity for me to talk in depth with old friends and new, all of whom I’ve long admired. I truly hope everyone enjoys these conversations as much as I did when I spoke with them."- David Sanborn Cover artwork by <a href="https://www.alicesoyer.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Alice Soyer</a> Check out the rest of our line up at <a href="https://www.wbgo.org/studios" rel="noopener noreferrer">WBGO Studios</a>.

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'I never considered playing or making records to be a job': Don Was in conversation with David Sanborn

'I never considered playing or making records to be a job': Don Was in conversation with David Sanborn

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