Rob Morgan Is A Curious Person

Rob Morgan Is A Curious Person

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  • Question 20 // How’d you land that gig? (feat. Taylor Johnson)
    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
    1 hr 11 min
  • Question 19 // What can a mortician teach me about living? (feat. Jim Albinson)
    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
    1 hr 11 min
  • Question 18 // What’s the key to happiness? (feat. Bruce Balgaard)
    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
    1 hr 15 min
  • Question 17 // What has your pain gotten you? (feat. Dave Diehl)
    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
    1 hr 26 min
  • Question 16 // Wait, you can be creative AND have your shit together? Pt.2 (feat. Matt Patrick)
    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)
    56 min
  • Question 15 // Wait, you can be creative AND have your shit together? Pt.1 (feat. Matt Patrick)
    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
    1 hr 12 min
  • Question 14 // Is it beautiful? Do I love it? (feat. Elliott Blaufuss)
    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
    1 hr 2 min
  • Question 13 // Why Should I Give A Damn About Vinegar & Vulnerability? (feat. Scott Dillon)
    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
    1 hr 7 min
  • Question 12 // Are we screwing ourselves over by thinking too big? (feat. Eric Pierson)
    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
    42 min
  • INTERLUDE: "The Girl Who Married Two Brothers"

    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.  

    18 min

About Rob Morgan Is A Curious Person

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Internationally touring bassist, music director, and film photographer Rob Morgan roams the world in the pursuit of learning what it means to live a curious life.

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