As we transition to our new host Manoush Zomorodi, Guy Raz looks back on some of his favorite episodes over the past seven years. This episode originally aired on October 3, 2014. We want to be creative but channeling our creative impulses is no small feat. Is creativity something we are born with or can we learn it? In this hour, TED speakers examine the mystery of creativity. Guests include musician Sting, neuroscientist Charles Limb, author and educator Sir Ken Robinson, and writer Elizabeth Gilbert.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Jazz Guitar Legend Pat Metheny and neurosurgeon Dr. Charles Limb discuss the neuroscience of improvisation, language and music connection, freestyle rap brain scans, early career experiences, the influence of Jim Hall, and deep musical communication.