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Talking Heads: Part 1 with Rob Harvilla

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Exploring the Influence of Dada Poetry on Creativity

David Byrne and Brian Eno discuss how Dada poetry, particularly the poem Gaji Berry Bimba by Hugo Ball, helped Byrne overcome writer's block and influenced their music. They elaborate on Robert Fripp's significance, the important role of a particular song in setting the tone for their album, and the innovative nature of Talking Heads' music.

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