Ben Lee

Creativity and dadding combine in a fascinating chat with prolific singer songwriter, Ben Lee.  After a chance meeting between Hame and Ben, where the chat quickly turned to their kids, Hame had the good sense to ask Ben if he’d like to slightly formalise the conversation and record it. And thanks to Ben’s generosity, we’ve got Episode 10 as a result! From his search for a different kind of life and love with wife Ione, to taking on the responsibility of a stepdaughter and his early missteps - Ben talks openly and passionately about his dadding style and journey.  The fellas swap notes on fostering creativity in kids, but also creativity in general and how to, as Ben says, “make beautiful mistakes”. Ben’s honesty definitely opens up a whole bunch of news ideas and questions that we haven't really covered in the show thus far, and we are of course super thankful that he took the time to sit down and chat with Hame. Info on Ben and his new album I’m Fun is HERE Ben & Ione’s Podcast is HERE Thanks again for all the emails - you can drop us a line at howotherdadsdad.com Subscribe where you get your pods.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Lee is an influential Australian singer-songwriter known for hits like 'Catch My Disease' and 'Cigarettes Will Kill You.' He discusses the importance of pop music as a tool for emotional expression and societal change. Katie Yap, a Classical Freedman Fellow, shares insights from her project Multitudes, blending music and poetry with unique collaborators. They explore themes of collaboration, resilience in live performance, and the potential of music as a vehicle for activism in today's polarized world.

Ben Lee, a renowned singer and songwriter, shares his insightful perspectives on the impact of AI in music. He discusses how AI tools can generate sophisticated tracks and the financial fears they instill in artists. The conversation delves into ethical concerns around voice cloning and unauthorized use of musicians' intellectual property. Lee also emphasizes the importance of the human touch in live performances, urging a reevaluation of music's value in a digital age.