John Seabrook

Guest John Seabrook explores AI's impact on music industry as labels and artists like Drake embrace AI. Discusses AI vs. human creativity, songwriter future with AI, artist payouts, and record industry support for artists.

John Seabrook, a staff writer for The New Yorker and author of 'The Spinach King', delves into his family's turbulent history with the Seabrook Farms empire. He shares the gripping tale of a ruthless patriarch fighting to retain control, echoing themes similar to modern dramas. The conversation reveals the darker side of his family's legacy—political corruption and labor violence—while reflecting on the emotional toll of inherited wealth. Seabrook also discusses the struggles of immigrant workers, highlighting their resilience amid conflict.

John Seabrook, author of 'The Spinach King,' dives into the cutthroat world of his family’s vegetable empire, revealing the ruthless dynamics that fueled its rise. Meanwhile, Carl Hiaasen discusses his novel 'Fever Beach,' a satirical take on political extremism inspired by his Florida roots. The conversation balances humor with serious reflections on white nationalism and familial legacies, illuminating the complexities behind success and the often-ignored struggles of marginalized groups in America.