The podcast discusses the dangerous impact of ego on individuals, using the examples of Kanye West's failed fashion line and Howard Hughes' financial troubles. The guest emphasizes that the public doesn't see the individuals who try to accomplish something but never make it due to their ego.
Ed Sheeran talks about his return to music after 3 years, his thoughts on money and success, and his struggles with anxiety.
The host wonders if it's possible to recreate Marvin Gaye's songs with no instruments since they emanate so much soul. They also discuss an approach to appreciating music by going through the all-time top 100 albums.
The emotional effect of a certain track or music evolves with experiences and time; it's no longer just about the sound or the emotional effect that it will have on you.
Joe Rogan talks about DJ Premier's web series "So What's Up" where he breaks down songs and tells the story behind making records and working with different artists.
The speaker suggests getting all the ideas down quickly to create a first draft before refining it later. It’s also good to work on something else in between to exhaust your brain and come back to compare and see which writings stand out.