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Unlocking Us with Brené Brown
Brené with Bono on Songs of Surrender and Carrying the Weight of Our Contradictions, Part 1 of 2
Nov 16, 2022
52:23
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Brené Brown and Bono share a magical conversation about love, faith, and rock and roll. Bono's new memoir, Surrender: 40 Songs, One Story, is a beautiful tribute to his wife, family, and fans. They delve into embracing contradictions in life and art, finding strength in navigating conflicting aspects of oneself. The podcast explores the power of communal experiences in rituals, ceremonies, and sports games.
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- U2 intentionally left room for interpretation in their songs on the album 'War', merging religious art with a clash-like vibe to address global issues abstractly.
- Bono reflects on the contradictions within himself as an artist, lover, and family man, emphasizing the necessity of surrendering to uncertain emotions for personal growth.
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The Power of Music in Artistic Expression
Bono discusses the creation of the album 'War' and how intentional it was to leave room for interpretation in the songs. The band aimed to write about real-world issues and individuals, merging religious art with a clash-like vibe to address global matters abstractly. They realized that leaving space for interpretation allowed for deeper emotional connection and engagement with the audience.
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