In a brand-spanking-new episode of everyone’s favourite gambling-industry-person-stranded-on-a-hypothetical-tropical-island-and-they-can-have-some-stuff-with-them podcast, Charles Cohen shares the things he would want with him to keep his sanity relatively intact. Charles chooses his three key books, albums, movies, one song, one pet, one object, one dessert, and some choice advice spanning time and generations… The conversation reveals insights into his musical and literary passions as we explore the significance of each choice and what they reveal about his personality and interests.
This episode also contains the best harpsichord story EVER.
Sponsorships are available, harpsichord makers particularly welcome.
Some of the things we get into:
- The significance of ‘Talk Talk – The Colour of Spring’ in Charles Cohen’s life
- Keith Jarrett’s improvised concert in Cologne as a musical masterpiece
- The importance of classical music, especially Bach’s sonatas and partitas
- The role of iconic films like Blade Runner and War Games in cultural memory
- High concept filmmaking and its influence
- The relationship between music and film
- Personal growth and advice to younger selves
- The significance of pets and personal stories
- The evolution of musical instruments and their cultural impact
Choice quote:
“Be ready for more change, don’t resist it.”
Chapters, but add 30 seconds or so… Music, you know.
- 00:00 Introduction and concept of the dessert island show
- 00:02 First album: Talk Talk – The Colour of Spring
- 02:37 The art of high concept films and their cultural significance
- 05:58 Music in film: From John Badham to iconic soundtracks
- 10:13 Personal growth: Advice from older to younger selves
- 14:50 The story of a pet tortoise and lessons in responsibility
- 20:23 Instruments and innovation: Harpsichords, clavinet, and more
- 24:59 The science and mystery of vintage instruments and materials
- 29:57 Reflections on fear, change, and embracing the unknown
- 35:34 Humour, law, and personal anecdotes about free speech
- 40:04 The importance of curiosity and continuous learning
- 45:34 Well, there’s another 45 minutes after this but the show notes cut off here so, enjoy the magical mystery tour with Charles as your guide!
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