The Bob Lefsetz Podcast

"Washington Post" tech correspondent Taylor Lorenz is the number one reporter on social media. We go through all the platforms, their history and where they are going. Taylor is deep into it, she's not only a scribe, but a player in the sphere. She's the one you need to listen to!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to how legendary deejay and program director Scott Shannon ran away from home, got drafted, and ended up creating the Morning Zoo and building WHTZ into the #1 radio station in New York. Scott is a music lover who is a natural raconteur, you'll love hearing his story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discussion on a documentary about John Waite and his career. Exploring challenges faced by musicians during the pandemic. Balancing creativity and networking in the music industry. Reflections on British invasion acts and blues influence. Reflecting on coping mechanisms and pragmatism in turbulent times.

Talking to Electronic Arts' President of Music Steve Schnur was the highlight of my week, and I'm not even a gamer! It made me excited about music. It made me envy his job. Listen and you'll get excited too! (And learn plenty!)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Linda Ronstadt has a new book, "Feels Like Home," about the Sonoran Borderlands where she grew up. We talk about her youth, Lucy's El Adobe, meeting musicians and making records, politics...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AOL cofounder Steve Case has a new book entitled "The Rise of the Rest" about the startup scene outside Silicon Valley, New York and Boston. We discuss startup culture, the companies Steve has found and invested in, and his personal history and the history of AOL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

W. David Marx is the author of the new book: "Status and Culture: How Our Desire for Social Rank Creates Taste, Identity, Art, Fashion, and Constant Change." He posits the dearth of quality new music comes down to status. We discuss this and other implications of status in society. Put your thinking cap on!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Paich is the primary songwriter, keyboardist and a vocalist in Toto. He also co-wrote Boz Scaggs's "Lowdown" and "Lido Shuffle," and worked on Michael Jackson's "Thriller" and too many other records to count. David talks about what it was like growing up the son of legendary Hollywood arranger Marty Paich, what it's like working your way up in the business, on the road with Sonny & Cher and in the studio, and the success of Toto. Paich has just released his first solo album, "Forgotten Toys," we talk about the record and so much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The podcast covers Bonnie Raitt's latest album and songwriting process, reflecting on gender dynamics in music. It delves into childhood memories, sobriety struggles, and the impact of injuries on physical activities. The discussion also touches on media consumption habits, tech upgrades, and the historical influence of music on public opinion.

"New York Times" reporter Joe Coscarelli's "Rap Capital: An Atlanta Story" is the definitive book on today's rap scene. Whether you're a fan of rap or not, you need to read "Rap Capital: An Atlanta Story" to understand the culture, not only where the rappers come from, but how they make their impact and cash. This is the story of what is happening now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.