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Life in Seven Songs podcast

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Life in Seven Songs

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  The San Francisco Standard  

What songs tell your life story? Host Sophie Bearman asks this question of some of the world’s most fascinating people. Through seven songs, guests reveal the milestones—and the music—that have shaped their lives. New episodes every other Tuesday.

What songs tell your life story? Host Sophie Bearman asks this question of some of the world’s most fascinating people. Through seven songs, guests reveal the milestones—and the music—that have shaped their lives. New episodes every other Tuesday.

 

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#13

Turns out, Mark Cuban is an emotional guy

Billionaire businessman and investor Mark Cuban is known for making — or crushing — entrepreneurs' dreams on the TV show Shark Tank. But in reality, he's a big softie. Here, he talks about getting his start selling trash bags as a kid, opening a bar before he was even 21, and betting on the Internet early. Here are his seven songs, including his life’s “theme” and a song that brings him to tears. 1--Play That Funky Music – Wild Cherry 2--Life’s Been Good – Joe Walsh 3--September – Earth, Wind & Fire 4--Fame – DMX 5--Rapper's Delight – The Sugarhill Gang 6--Eminence Front – The Who Listen to Mark Cuban’s full playlist on Spotify. Find the transcript of this episode at [lifeinsevensongs] (http://sfstandard.com/lifeinsevensongs) .com. Thoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at [lifeinsevensongs@sfstandard.com] (mailto:lifeinsevensongs@sfstandard.com) . ... Read more

08 Oct 2024

39 MINS

39:01

08 Oct 2024

#12

Introducing American Masters: Joseph Gordon-Levitt Can Do That Genre Too!

Today we’re sharing an episode of a podcast from our friends at PBS that we think you’ll really like – American Masters: Creative Spark.  It’s a show that interviews iconic artists across disciplines about their creative journeys in a way that is sure to inspire listeners. This episode features an interview between host Joe Skinner and Tony Award-winning actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt. The actor discusses the vast “spectrum of realism” in his line of work. Whether it’s the recently released Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, Lincoln, 3rd Rock From the Sun, The Dark Knight Rises, Mysterious Skin, 500 Days of Summer, or one of the dozens of other projects he’s starred in, Gordon-Levitt really shows his range.  Listen to hear him unpack his creative journey, and find more episodes of American Masters: Creative Spark at [https://link.chtbl.com/eOfylsfA?sid=LISS] (https://link.chtbl.com/eOfylsfA?sid=LISS) ... Read more

01 Oct 2024

38 MINS

38:29

01 Oct 2024

#11

OpenAI’s Sam Altman: the human behind the machine

Sam Altman is the CEO of OpenAI, the groundbreaking company leading the development of AGI—artificial general intelligence. AGI aims to create machines that can think, learn, and understand the world like humans—or even better than we can. It’s a concept with the potential to transform every aspect of life, for better or worse. But in this episode, a rare glimpse into the human behind superhuman machine intelligence. Here are his songs. 1--Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto 2 – Sviatoslav Richter 2--What’s My Age Again? – Blink-182 3--That Was a Crazy Game of Poker – O.A.R. 4--Opus – Eric Prydz 5--Spring 1 – Recomposed by Max Richter: Vivaldi – The Four Seasons 6--Underwater – Rufus du Sol 7--Your Hand in Mine – Explosions in the Sky Listen to Sam Altman’s full playlist on Spotify. Find the transcript of this episode at [lifeinsevensongs] (http://sfstandard.com/lifeinsevensongs) .com. Thoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at [lifeinsevensongs@sfstandard.com] (mailto:lifeinsevensongs@sfstandard.com) . ... Read more

24 Sep 2024

30 MINS

30:30

24 Sep 2024

#10

How Rhodessa Jones went from nude dancer to theater icon

Rhodessa Jones is a performance artist who turned her life as a nude dancer into a theatrical revolution. From her days in a San Francisco peep show, where she danced to Prince’s “Soft and Wet,” Jones crafted her provocative experiences into a one-woman show that shook up the theater world. Ever since, she’s used her art to empower a generation of women to share their own stories. Here are her songs. 1--How I Got Over – Mahalia Jackson 2--Cupid – Sam Cooke 3--I Say A Little Prayer – Aretha Franklin 4--Mr. Tambourine Man – Bob Dylan 5--Soft and Wet – Prince 6--What's Going On – Marvin Gaye 7--A Change Is Gonna Come – Sam Cooke Listen to Rhodessa Jones’ full playlist on [Spotify] (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/34Ms4Ulqn0448otkPEZlWm?si=111f8b42a7754d66) . Find the transcript of this episode at [lifeinsevensongs] (http://sfstandard.com/lifeinsevensongs) .com. Thoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at [lifeinsevensongs@sfstandard.com] (mailto:lifeinsevensongs@sfstandard.com) . ... Read more

10 Sep 2024

30 MINS

30:41

10 Sep 2024

#9

How Robert Reich learned to fight bullies

A giant in the field of politics, former Secretary of Labor Robert Reich—who stands just under 5 feet tall—has spent a lifetime fighting for, yes, the little guys. He shares how dealing with grade school bullies prepared him to battle for the middle class. Here are his seven songs. 1--Stardust – Hoagy Carmichael 2--Unchained Melody – The Righteous Brothers 3--Chain Gang – Sam Cooke 4--Baby I Need Your Loving – The Four Tops 5--Lady Madonna – The Beatles 6--Metaphor – The Fantasticks 7--Suzanne – Judy Collins Listen to Robert Reich’s full playlist on [Spotify] (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/14Y2OxbnmEhmqfrZuHFojb) . Find the transcript of this episode at [lifeinsevensongs] (http://sfstandard.com/lifeinsevensongs) .com. Thoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at [lifeinsevensongs@sfstandard.com] (mailto:lifeinsevensongs@sfstandard.com) . ... Read more

27 Aug 2024

33 MINS

33:17

27 Aug 2024

#8

What Daniel Handler, aka Lemony Snicket, says about terror

Daniel Handler, or Lemony Snicket as you may know him, is the author of more than two dozen books, including the 13-book best-selling saga for young adults called "A Series of Unfortunate Events.” In much of Daniel’s work, terrible things happen to people. In this episode, we unpack why. These are his songs. 1--Symphony No. 3 "Eroica" Mvt III. Scherzo. Allegro vivace - Ludwig van Beethoven 2--Where or When - Julie London 3--Let's Go Crazy - Prince 4--Beethoven (I Love To Listen To) - Eurythmics 5--Enlightenment - Sun Ra 6--The Night You Can't Remember - The Magnetic Fields 7--Main Title and Anatomy of a Murder - Duke Ellington Listen to Daniel Handler’s full playlist on [Spotify] (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ymtTNpHOI5W4dO5OpeCbB?si=db968d19c8b84010&nd=1&dlsi=becbc3b5f7b74226) . Find the transcript of this episode at [lifeinsevensongs] (http://sfstandard.com/lifeinsevensongs) .com. Thoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at [lifeinsevensongs@sfstandard.com] (mailto:lifeinsevensongs@sfstandard.com) . ... Read more

13 Aug 2024

37 MINS

37:07

13 Aug 2024

#7

What inspired the original starchitect, Lord Norman Foster

The 89-year-old behind some of the world’s most famous buildings, including Apple’s “Spaceship” headquarters in Cupertino, the Reichstag in Berlin, Wembley Stadium in London and Hearst Tower in New York, shares how growing up in a working-class family and dropping out of school at 16 led to a career transforming workplaces and breaking down class barriers. These are his songs. 1--I'll Walk Beside You — John McCormack 2--Symphony No. 7 "Sinfonia antartica": I. Prelude. Allegro maestoso — Ralph Vaughan Williams 3--West Side Story, Act 1: Prologue (Original Broadway Cast Recording) — Jerome Robbins with music by Leonard Bernstein, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim 4--The Twist — Chubby Checker 5--Prelude & Fugue No. 12 in F Minor, BWV 857, WTC I — J.S. Bach 6--King Arthur, Z. 628, Act 3: Prelude While Cold Genius Rises - Frost Scene. "What Power Art Thou" — Henry Purcell 7--Bésame Mucho — Andrea Bocelli Listen to Norman Foster’s full playlist on [Spotify] (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2TXlKAZ1qwOA6zkpMt8u3O) . Find the transcript of this episode at [lifeinsevensongs] (http://sfstandard.com/lifeinsevensongs) .com. Thoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at [lifeinsevensongs@sfstandard.com] (mailto:lifeinsevensongs@sfstandard.com) . ... Read more

30 Jul 2024

31 MINS

31:05

30 Jul 2024

#6

How comedy saved Margaret Cho’s life

Raunchy, risk-taking and always hilarious, Margaret Cho has had a legendary career as a stand-up comic, actress and musician. She says her success is because of all the trauma she’s survived, not despite it. These are her songs. 1--(They Long to Be) Close to You — Carpenters 2--Eleanor Rigby — The Beatles 3--Doot-Doot — Freur 4--Our Lips Are Sealed — The Go-Go’s 5--Groove Is in the Heart — Deee-Lite 6--Wonderwall — Oasis 7--Chandelier — Sia [Listen] (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3FBdHt4aOnQZ3ThUPk1JUy?si=ca1cb3c80b544718) to Margaret Cho’s full playlist on Spotify. Find the transcript of this episode at [lifeinsevensongs] (http://sfstandard.com/lifeinsevensongs) .com. Thoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at [lifeinsevensongs@sfstandard.com] (mailto:lifeinsevensongs@sfstandard.com) . ... Read more

16 Jul 2024

33 MINS

33:09

16 Jul 2024

#5

‘Life in Seven Songs’ full theme song

We’ve received numerous requests from our listeners about our theme music, and we're excited to share the full track with you today! Composed exclusively for 'Life in Seven Songs' by the talented Kate Davis and Zubin Hensler, this music is an integral part of our show. Enjoy! ... Read more

09 Jul 2024

01 MINS

01:30

09 Jul 2024

#4

He shaped the iPhone—so what shaped Jony Ive?

You may not know his name, but you certainly know his work. Sir Jony Ive is the former chief design officer for Apple, and the mastermind behind devices most cannot imagine living without—the Macbook, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, AirPods and more. He joined Apple at just 25 years old, and together with Steve Jobs, transformed what was a financially troubled company into a juggernaut. These are his seven songs. 1--De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da – The Police 2--Main Theme / Carter Takes a Train–  Roy Budd 3--Papa Was a Rollin’ Stone –The Temptations 4--Don't You (Forget About Me) – Simple Minds 5--Define Dancing – Thomas Newman 6--40 – U2 7--This Is The Day – Ivy [Listen] (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3FBdHt4aOnQZ3ThUPk1JUy?si=ca1cb3c80b544718) to Jony Ive’s full playlist on Spotify. Find the transcript of this episode at [lifeinsevensongs] (http://sfstandard.com/lifeinsevensongs) .com. Thoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at [lifeinsevensongs@sfstandard.com] (mailto:lifeinsevensongs@sfstandard.com) . ... Read more

02 Jul 2024

35 MINS

35:34

02 Jul 2024

#3

D’Wayne Wiggins on Tony! Toni! Toné!, Beyoncé and beyond

Music producer and musician D’Wayne Wiggins has mentored superstars like Beyoncé, Kehlani and Zendaya, all while touring with his own Grammy award-winning band Tony! Toni! Toné!. In this episode, D’Wayne reveals how he found his sound and helped others do the same. These are his songs. 1--Hot Fun in the Summertime - Sly and the Family Stone 2--Hey Joe - Jimi Hendrix 3--Strawberry Letter 23 - The Brothers Johnson 4--Imagination - Earth, Wind & Fire 5--The Jam - Graham Central Station 6--Be Thankful for What You Got - William DeVaughn 7--What's Really Going On (Strange Fruit) - D'Wayne Wiggins [Listen] (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3vRgQAhK0aacSuIrGUbR7N) to D’Wayne Wiggins’ full playlist on Spotify. Find the transcript of this episode at [lifeinsevensongs.com] (lifeinsevensongs.com) . Thoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at [lifeinsevensongs@sfstandard.com] (mailto:lifeinsevensongs@sfstandard.com) . ... Read more

18 Jun 2024

27 MINS

27:39

18 Jun 2024

#2

The truth hurts with SF Mayor London Breed

Host Sophie Bearman sits down with London Breed, the 45th mayor of San Francisco, and the first Black woman to hold the position. London opens up about how her life was shaped by the challenges that plague San Francisco, how she’s been criticized for being outspoken, and why she says that makes her uniquely qualified for the job. Here's her playlist. 1--Get Me Bodied – Beyoncé 2--Candy Girl – New Edition 3--Push It! – Salt-N-Pepa 4--End of the Road – Boyz II Men 5--I’m Every Woman – Whitney Houston 6--Ex-Factor – Lauryn Hill 7--Truth Hurts – Lizzo [Listen] (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jl0eJREyiy000ESvGVT8A?si=055657966c5b4cc9) to London Breed’s full playlist on Spotify. Find the transcript of this episode at [lifeinsevensongs.com] (http://sfstandard.com/lifeinsevensongs) . Thoughts? Guest suggestions? Email us at [lifeinsevensongs@sfstandard.com] (mailto:lifeinsevensongs@sfstandard.com) . ... Read more

18 Jun 2024

30 MINS

30:34

18 Jun 2024

#1

Introducing ‘Life in Seven Songs’

“Life in Seven Songs” is a new podcast from The San Francisco Standard. In each episode, host Sophie Bearman brings you closer to influential figures through the music that has shaped their lives. “Life in Seven Songs” premieres on June 18, with new episodes released every other Tuesday. ... Read more

29 May 2024

01 MINS

01:39

29 May 2024