How Long Gone 782. - Panda Bear
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Apr 18, 2025 Noah Lennox, also known as Panda Bear, is a Baltimore-born musician living in Lisbon, celebrated for his work with Animal Collective. He shares quirky insights about food choices while traveling, including perfect Oreo dunking techniques. They discuss the influence of platforms like Pitchfork on music culture and the nostalgia tied to his childhood records. Delving into family life, he reflects on parenting and the challenges of balancing creativity with responsibility. Plus, he reveals what he misses most about America and his experience in music promotion.
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Kids' TV Takeover Anecdote
- Noah's 19-year-old daughter is coming out of the typical "I don't want to deal with dad" phase.
- His 15-year-old son often dominates the TV remote and takes over the living room space.
New Music Criticism Landscape
- Anthony Fantano, aka The Needle Drop, wields more influence than major outlets like Rolling Stone or Pitchfork.
- Music reviews now often come from individual online creators rather than traditional media.
Homesickness in Lisbon
- Noah misses the ease of casual humor and icebreakers native to America.
- Adapting socially in Lisbon feels like speaking as a caveman due to language and cultural differences.
