Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin

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Jack Clark

Jack Clark is the co-founder of Anthropic, an AI research company focused on building reliable and interpretable artificial intelligence systems. Before Anthropic, he was a policy director at OpenAI, where he shaped strategy, communications, and policy. With a background that spans journalism at Bloomberg, policy leadership, and deep involvement in AI governance, Clark has built a reputation for his expertise in AI safety, co-authoring influential research papers and launching the widely-read Import AI newsletter. At Anthropic, Clark guides the company’s work on creating safer and more understandable AI systems, while also engaging in discussions around AI ethics and regulation. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-06-04•1hr 58mins

Jack Clark

Jack Clark is the co-founder of Anthropic, an AI research company focused on building reliable and interpretable artificial intelligence systems. Before Anthropic, he was a policy director at OpenAI, where he shaped strategy, communications, and policy. With a background that spans journalism at Bloomberg, policy leadership, and deep involvement in AI governance, Clark has built a reputation for his expertise in AI safety, co-authoring influential research papers and launching the widely-read Import AI newsletter. At Anthropic, Clark guides the company’s work on creating safer and more understandable AI systems, while also engaging in discussions around AI ethics and regulation. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-06-04•1hr 58mins

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Benedikt Taschen

Benedikt Taschen is a publisher, contemporary art collector, and founder of TASCHEN, one of the world’s most successful international publishing houses. Starting from a comic book store in Cologne, Germany at age 18, he built a global brand by making visually striking, high-quality books accessible to a wider audience. Under Taschen’s leadership, the illustrated publications celebrate a wide range of themes, spanning art, architecture, design, film, photography, pop culture, and lifestyle. Benedikt Taschen has published works ranging from affordable art books to ambitious collector’s editions, including Helmut Newton’s SUMO and the monumental Muhammad Ali tribute GOAT – Greatest of All Time. Today, TASCHEN has twelve stores worldwide, including Beverly Hills, New York, Brussels, and Paris. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-05-28•1hr 43mins

Benedikt Taschen

Benedikt Taschen is a publisher, contemporary art collector, and founder of TASCHEN, one of the world’s most successful international publishing houses. Starting from a comic book store in Cologne, Germany at age 18, he built a global brand by making visually striking, high-quality books accessible to a wider audience. Under Taschen’s leadership, the illustrated publications celebrate a wide range of themes, spanning art, architecture, design, film, photography, pop culture, and lifestyle. Benedikt Taschen has published works ranging from affordable art books to ambitious collector’s editions, including Helmut Newton’s SUMO and the monumental Muhammad Ali tribute GOAT – Greatest of All Time. Today, TASCHEN has twelve stores worldwide, including Beverly Hills, New York, Brussels, and Paris. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-05-28•1hr 43mins

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David Avocado Wolfe

David “Avocado” Wolfe is a prominent figure in the alternative health and wellness movement, best known for his advocacy of raw food diets, superfoods, and holistic living. He has dedicated over 30 years to exploring the world’s most potent foods and natural health practices. The best-selling author of books such as Superfoods: The Food and Medicine of the Future, The Sunfood Diet Success System, and The Beauty Diet, Wolfe has also appeared in documentaries like Food Matters and Hungry for Change. He is the co-developer of the NutriBullet and is the visionary founder of the Fruit Tree Planting Foundation, aiming to plant billions of fruit trees worldwide. Through his books, films, and global influence, Wolfe has empowered millions-including celebrities and athletes-with his insights on nutrition, superfoods, and holistic wellness, inspiring a movement toward vibrant health and natural beauty. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-05-21•2hr 1mins

David Avocado Wolfe

David “Avocado” Wolfe is a prominent figure in the alternative health and wellness movement, best known for his advocacy of raw food diets, superfoods, and holistic living. He has dedicated over 30 years to exploring the world’s most potent foods and natural health practices. The best-selling author of books such as Superfoods: The Food and Medicine of the Future, The Sunfood Diet Success System, and The Beauty Diet, Wolfe has also appeared in documentaries like Food Matters and Hungry for Change. He is the co-developer of the NutriBullet and is the visionary founder of the Fruit Tree Planting Foundation, aiming to plant billions of fruit trees worldwide. Through his books, films, and global influence, Wolfe has empowered millions-including celebrities and athletes-with his insights on nutrition, superfoods, and holistic wellness, inspiring a movement toward vibrant health and natural beauty. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-05-21•2hr 1mins

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#4

André 3000

André Benjamin, popularly known as André 3000, is a rapper, singer, songwriter, producer, and actor best known as one half of the Southern hip hop duo Outkast. Described by Rolling Stone as “one of the genre’s most gifted lyricists,” André helped redefine Southern rap with classic albums like ATLiens, Aquemini, Stankonia, and the Grammy-winning Speakerboxxx/The Love Below, producing hits such as “Ms. Jackson” and “Hey Ya!” Beyond Outkast, he has contributed to music as a producer and collaborator with artists including Aretha Franklin, John Legend, and Frank Ocean, while also acting in films including Four Brothers and portraying Jimi Hendrix in Jimi: All Is by My Side. In 2023, André released his ambient flute album New Blue Sun, earning three Grammy nominations for Album of the Year, Best Alternative Jazz Album, and Best Instrumental Composition. This year, André released his album 7 Piano Sketches, a short, intimate collection of mostly improvised piano pieces that showcases the artist’s continued exploration of instrumental music beyond his hip hop roots. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-05-14•1hr 40mins

André 3000

André Benjamin, popularly known as André 3000, is a rapper, singer, songwriter, producer, and actor best known as one half of the Southern hip hop duo Outkast. Described by Rolling Stone as “one of the genre’s most gifted lyricists,” André helped redefine Southern rap with classic albums like ATLiens, Aquemini, Stankonia, and the Grammy-winning Speakerboxxx/The Love Below, producing hits such as “Ms. Jackson” and “Hey Ya!” Beyond Outkast, he has contributed to music as a producer and collaborator with artists including Aretha Franklin, John Legend, and Frank Ocean, while also acting in films including Four Brothers and portraying Jimi Hendrix in Jimi: All Is by My Side. In 2023, André released his ambient flute album New Blue Sun, earning three Grammy nominations for Album of the Year, Best Alternative Jazz Album, and Best Instrumental Composition. This year, André released his album 7 Piano Sketches, a short, intimate collection of mostly improvised piano pieces that showcases the artist’s continued exploration of instrumental music beyond his hip hop roots. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-05-14•1hr 40mins

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#5

David Mamet

David Mamet is a Pulitzer Prize-winning American playwright, screenwriter, and director. He first gained acclaim in the 1970s with plays like Sexual Perversity in Chicago, American Buffalo, and later the landmark Glengarry Glen Ross, which earned him both a Pulitzer and a Tony nomination. A founding member of the Atlantic Theater Company, Mamet’s prolific career spans theater, television, film, and essays. Mamet’s most recent play, Henry Johnson, premiered in 2023 and is currently being adapted for the screen. Starting May 9th, Henry Johnson will be available for rental directly through the film’s website - and will also be screening in theaters across the country, including stops in Dallas (May 6), Santa Monica (May 9), and a weeklong run at Bryn Mawr Film Institute in Pennsylvania (May 9–13). ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-05-07•1hr 42mins

David Mamet

David Mamet is a Pulitzer Prize-winning American playwright, screenwriter, and director. He first gained acclaim in the 1970s with plays like Sexual Perversity in Chicago, American Buffalo, and later the landmark Glengarry Glen Ross, which earned him both a Pulitzer and a Tony nomination. A founding member of the Atlantic Theater Company, Mamet’s prolific career spans theater, television, film, and essays. Mamet’s most recent play, Henry Johnson, premiered in 2023 and is currently being adapted for the screen. Starting May 9th, Henry Johnson will be available for rental directly through the film’s website - and will also be screening in theaters across the country, including stops in Dallas (May 6), Santa Monica (May 9), and a weeklong run at Bryn Mawr Film Institute in Pennsylvania (May 9–13). ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-05-07•1hr 42mins

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Adam D’Angelo

Adam D’Angelo is the co-founder and CEO of Quora, the online question-and-answer platform. Before founding Quora in 2009, he was Facebook’s first Chief Technology Officer and Vice President of Engineering, playing a key role in the company’s early technological development. Aiming to provide more personalized and efficient responses to users’ questions on Quora, which is valued at $900 million, D’Angelo is now integrating artificial intelligence into the platform to enhance its capabilities. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-04-30•2hr 7mins

Adam D’Angelo

Adam D’Angelo is the co-founder and CEO of Quora, the online question-and-answer platform. Before founding Quora in 2009, he was Facebook’s first Chief Technology Officer and Vice President of Engineering, playing a key role in the company’s early technological development. Aiming to provide more personalized and efficient responses to users’ questions on Quora, which is valued at $900 million, D’Angelo is now integrating artificial intelligence into the platform to enhance its capabilities. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-04-30•2hr 7mins

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#7

M. Night Shyamalan

M. Night Shyamalan is a director, screenwriter, and producer. He first gained international acclaim in 1999 for his psychological thriller, The Sixth Sense, which earned six Academy Award nominations, including Best Director and Best Picture. Over the next 24 years, he followed with a series of high-profile films including Unbreakable, The Village, Split, and most recently, Trap. With a distinctive directorial style, Shyamalan is best known for creating suspenseful, contemporary films with supernatural plots and twist endings. His cumulative box office gross exceeds $3.3 billion worldwide. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-04-23•1hr 42mins

M. Night Shyamalan

M. Night Shyamalan is a director, screenwriter, and producer. He first gained international acclaim in 1999 for his psychological thriller, The Sixth Sense, which earned six Academy Award nominations, including Best Director and Best Picture. Over the next 24 years, he followed with a series of high-profile films including Unbreakable, The Village, Split, and most recently, Trap. With a distinctive directorial style, Shyamalan is best known for creating suspenseful, contemporary films with supernatural plots and twist endings. His cumulative box office gross exceeds $3.3 billion worldwide. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-04-23•1hr 42mins

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#8

Palmer Luckey

Palmer Luckey is an inventor, innovator, and the founder of Oculus VR and Anduril Industries. At 16 years old, he built Oculus’ first offering, the Oculus Rift VR headset, eventually selling the company to Facebook for $2 billion. He went on to establish Anduril Industries in 2017, a company focused on developing autonomous systems and AI solutions for military applications. Aiming to modernize the defense capabilities of the United States and its allies, particularly though Anduril’s recent takeover of the U.S. Army’s Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS) program, Luckey continues to be a leading figure in both consumer tech and national security. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-04-16•2hr 44mins

Palmer Luckey

Palmer Luckey is an inventor, innovator, and the founder of Oculus VR and Anduril Industries. At 16 years old, he built Oculus’ first offering, the Oculus Rift VR headset, eventually selling the company to Facebook for $2 billion. He went on to establish Anduril Industries in 2017, a company focused on developing autonomous systems and AI solutions for military applications. Aiming to modernize the defense capabilities of the United States and its allies, particularly though Anduril’s recent takeover of the U.S. Army’s Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS) program, Luckey continues to be a leading figure in both consumer tech and national security. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-04-16•2hr 44mins

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#9

Gene Simmons

Gene Simmons is the co-founder, bassist, and co-lead singer of KISS. Best known for his on-stage persona as “The Demon,” he became synonymous with the band’s theatrical performances and signature makeup. Offstage, Simmons built KISS into a global brand, with over 30 distinct tours spanning from the 1970s to their more recent “End of the Road World Tour.” He has been recognized for his contributions to music, inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2014. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-04-09•3hr 23mins

Gene Simmons

Gene Simmons is the co-founder, bassist, and co-lead singer of KISS. Best known for his on-stage persona as “The Demon,” he became synonymous with the band’s theatrical performances and signature makeup. Offstage, Simmons built KISS into a global brand, with over 30 distinct tours spanning from the 1970s to their more recent “End of the Road World Tour.” He has been recognized for his contributions to music, inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2014. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-04-09•3hr 23mins

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#10

Aravind Srinivas

Aravind Srinivas is the co-founder and CEO of Perplexity AI, the world’s first generally available conversation answer engine. Founded in August 2022 with Johnny Ho, Andy Konwinski, and Denis Yarats, Perplexity delivers accurate, sourced answers to any question. Born and raised in Chennai, India, Srinivas moved to the U.S. in 2017 and earned a PhD in Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley, where he also taught a course in Deep Unsupervised Learning. He previously held prominent research roles at OpenAI, DeepMind, and Google, and he has positioned Perplexity as a leader in AI-powered information access with backing from top investors including Jeff Bezos, Elad Gil, Nat Friedman, and many others. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-04-03•2hr 20mins

Aravind Srinivas

Aravind Srinivas is the co-founder and CEO of Perplexity AI, the world’s first generally available conversation answer engine. Founded in August 2022 with Johnny Ho, Andy Konwinski, and Denis Yarats, Perplexity delivers accurate, sourced answers to any question. Born and raised in Chennai, India, Srinivas moved to the U.S. in 2017 and earned a PhD in Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley, where he also taught a course in Deep Unsupervised Learning. He previously held prominent research roles at OpenAI, DeepMind, and Google, and he has positioned Perplexity as a leader in AI-powered information access with backing from top investors including Jeff Bezos, Elad Gil, Nat Friedman, and many others. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-04-03•2hr 20mins

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#11

Mel Ziegler

Mel Ziegler is the co-founder of Banana Republic and The Republic of Tea. In 1978, with $1,500 in savings and no prior business experience, he and his wife, Patricia Ziegler, launched Banana Republic, reimagining military surplus as stylish safari and expedition wear. After leaving the company, the duo went on to co-found tea company The Republic of Tea with Bill Rosenzweig. Ziegler is also the co-author of the memoir Wild Company: The Untold Story of Banana Republic, chronicling their unconventional entrepreneurial journey. Before his business ventures, he worked as a journalist for the Miami Herald and the San Francisco Chronicle, and he wrote for New York Magazine. A multi-faceted creative, Ziegler has also been an abstract painter for nearly 30 years. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-03-26•1hr 25mins

Mel Ziegler

Mel Ziegler is the co-founder of Banana Republic and The Republic of Tea. In 1978, with $1,500 in savings and no prior business experience, he and his wife, Patricia Ziegler, launched Banana Republic, reimagining military surplus as stylish safari and expedition wear. After leaving the company, the duo went on to co-found tea company The Republic of Tea with Bill Rosenzweig. Ziegler is also the co-author of the memoir Wild Company: The Untold Story of Banana Republic, chronicling their unconventional entrepreneurial journey. Before his business ventures, he worked as a journalist for the Miami Herald and the San Francisco Chronicle, and he wrote for New York Magazine. A multi-faceted creative, Ziegler has also been an abstract painter for nearly 30 years. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-03-26•1hr 25mins

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#12

Malcolm Gladwell

Malcolm Gladwell is a journalist, author, and speaker, best known for digging into the quirks of human behavior and the hidden forces behind everyday life. He is the bestselling author of eight books, including The Tipping Point, Blink, Outliers, and his latest release, Revenge of the Tipping Point, which explore everything from snap judgments to why some people succeed more than others. A longtime staff writer for The New Yorker, Gladwell now brings his curiosity to audio with his podcast Revisionist History, where he reexamines ideas, people, and events that he thinks deserve a second look. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-03-19•1hr 30mins

Malcolm Gladwell

Malcolm Gladwell is a journalist, author, and speaker, best known for digging into the quirks of human behavior and the hidden forces behind everyday life. He is the bestselling author of eight books, including The Tipping Point, Blink, Outliers, and his latest release, Revenge of the Tipping Point, which explore everything from snap judgments to why some people succeed more than others. A longtime staff writer for The New Yorker, Gladwell now brings his curiosity to audio with his podcast Revisionist History, where he reexamines ideas, people, and events that he thinks deserve a second look. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-03-19•1hr 30mins

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#13

Dr. Paul Saladino

Dr. Paul Saladino is a double board-certified Physician Nutrition Specialist and a leading authority on the carnivore diet. After studying integrative medicine and nutritional biochemistry at the University of Arizona, he has dedicated his career to challenging conventional beliefs about health and nutrition, with a strong focus on animal-based diets. Driven by a desire to better understand, treat, and prevent the root causes of chronic illness, Dr. Saladino has moved beyond traditional Western medicine to explore nutrition as a powerful tool for healing. He is the best-selling author of The Carnivore Code and The Carnivore Code Cookbook, host of the Fundamental Health podcast, and founder of Heart & Soil, a supplement company offering organ-based products. and Lineage Provisions, a food company offering highly sourced nutrient-dense foods for humans. His work continues to shape conversations around diet, wellness, and optimal human performance. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-03-14•2hr 21mins

Dr. Paul Saladino

Dr. Paul Saladino is a double board-certified Physician Nutrition Specialist and a leading authority on the carnivore diet. After studying integrative medicine and nutritional biochemistry at the University of Arizona, he has dedicated his career to challenging conventional beliefs about health and nutrition, with a strong focus on animal-based diets. Driven by a desire to better understand, treat, and prevent the root causes of chronic illness, Dr. Saladino has moved beyond traditional Western medicine to explore nutrition as a powerful tool for healing. He is the best-selling author of The Carnivore Code and The Carnivore Code Cookbook, host of the Fundamental Health podcast, and founder of Heart & Soil, a supplement company offering organ-based products. and Lineage Provisions, a food company offering highly sourced nutrient-dense foods for humans. His work continues to shape conversations around diet, wellness, and optimal human performance. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-03-14•2hr 21mins

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#14

UNEXPECTED CONVERSATION: Marlon Brando

In this episode, Rick connects with Marlon Brando, known as one of the greatest actors in history. From Broadway to film, his performances are recognized for their raw intensity and emotional depth.

2025-03-08•1hr 18mins

UNEXPECTED CONVERSATION: Marlon Brando

In this episode, Rick connects with Marlon Brando, known as one of the greatest actors in history. From Broadway to film, his performances are recognized for their raw intensity and emotional depth.

2025-03-08•1hr 18mins

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Francis Ford Coppola

Francis Ford Coppola is a critically acclaimed filmmaker, screenwriter, and producer, best known for directing The Godfather trilogy. A key figure in the New Hollywood movement of the later 20th century, he redefined American cinema with bold storytelling and technical innovation. The Godfather, Coppola’s breakthrough film, and The Godfather Part II won Best Picture Oscars, with the latter earning him his first Best Director award. His films, including The Conversation and Apocalypse Now, both recipients of the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival, are celebrated for their masterful direction and psychological depth. Building a legacy of visionary filmmaking, Coppola continues to push boundaries, most recently with his long-awaited epic Megalopolis, released in September 2024. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-03-05•2hr 2mins

Francis Ford Coppola

Francis Ford Coppola is a critically acclaimed filmmaker, screenwriter, and producer, best known for directing The Godfather trilogy. A key figure in the New Hollywood movement of the later 20th century, he redefined American cinema with bold storytelling and technical innovation. The Godfather, Coppola’s breakthrough film, and The Godfather Part II won Best Picture Oscars, with the latter earning him his first Best Director award. His films, including The Conversation and Apocalypse Now, both recipients of the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival, are celebrated for their masterful direction and psychological depth. Building a legacy of visionary filmmaking, Coppola continues to push boundaries, most recently with his long-awaited epic Megalopolis, released in September 2024. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-03-05•2hr 2mins

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#16

Rick Beato

Rick Beato is a musician, producer, and audio engineer whose deep passion for music has made him one of the most respected educators in the industry. A multi-instrumentalist with a background in jazz and classical music, he has produced and engineered countless records across genres, working with artists like Shinedown, Needtobreathe, and Parmalee. As the owner of Black Dog Sound Studios and the creator of a YouTube channel with 4.8 million subscribers, Beato has built a global community of music lovers. His channel demystifies everything from music theory and songwriting to iconic song breakdowns, making even the most complex musical concepts accessible and inspiring to all. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-02-26•1hr 24mins

Rick Beato

Rick Beato is a musician, producer, and audio engineer whose deep passion for music has made him one of the most respected educators in the industry. A multi-instrumentalist with a background in jazz and classical music, he has produced and engineered countless records across genres, working with artists like Shinedown, Needtobreathe, and Parmalee. As the owner of Black Dog Sound Studios and the creator of a YouTube channel with 4.8 million subscribers, Beato has built a global community of music lovers. His channel demystifies everything from music theory and songwriting to iconic song breakdowns, making even the most complex musical concepts accessible and inspiring to all. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-02-26•1hr 24mins

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Richard Prince

Richard Prince is one of the most influential, important, and controversial fine artists on the planet. Renowned for pioneering appropriation art, his “Untitled (Cowboy)” series of rephotographed Marlboro ads includes a piece that sold for $3.7 million, ranking among the most expensive photographs ever auctioned. In 2021, his “Runaway Nurse” painting sold at auction for an astonishing $12.1 million. In 2007, the Guggenheim Museum hosted “Richard Prince: Spiritual America,” a comprehensive retrospective of his work. Richard’s methods challenge traditional notions of authorship and originality. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-02-19•2hr 19mins

Richard Prince

Richard Prince is one of the most influential, important, and controversial fine artists on the planet. Renowned for pioneering appropriation art, his “Untitled (Cowboy)” series of rephotographed Marlboro ads includes a piece that sold for $3.7 million, ranking among the most expensive photographs ever auctioned. In 2021, his “Runaway Nurse” painting sold at auction for an astonishing $12.1 million. In 2007, the Guggenheim Museum hosted “Richard Prince: Spiritual America,” a comprehensive retrospective of his work. Richard’s methods challenge traditional notions of authorship and originality. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-02-19•2hr 19mins

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#18

Adrien Brody

Adrien Brody is an Academy Award-winning actor. Known for his nuanced performances across a wide range of films, such as The Grand Budapest Hotel, Detachment, and multiple collaborations with film director Wes Anderson, he became the youngest recipient of the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in The Pianist by age 29. In addition to his 2025 Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his performance as László Tóth in Brady Corbet’s The Brutalist, he has also earned the Golden Globe and Critics Choice Award for Best Actor, solidifying his reputation as a powerhouse in film. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-02-12•1hr 35mins

Adrien Brody

Adrien Brody is an Academy Award-winning actor. Known for his nuanced performances across a wide range of films, such as The Grand Budapest Hotel, Detachment, and multiple collaborations with film director Wes Anderson, he became the youngest recipient of the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in The Pianist by age 29. In addition to his 2025 Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his performance as László Tóth in Brady Corbet’s The Brutalist, he has also earned the Golden Globe and Critics Choice Award for Best Actor, solidifying his reputation as a powerhouse in film. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-02-12•1hr 35mins

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#19

Daron Malakian

Daron Malakian is a composer, guitarist, vocalist, and record producer, best known as a founding member of System of a Down. Introduced to heavy metal at four years old when he first heard Kiss, Malakian began playing guitar at 11, developed his own style by 15, and is now cited by Loudwire as one of the “Top 50 Hard Rock + Metal Guitarists of All Time.” Malakian also founded Scars on Broadway. Over the years, he has collaborated with bands like Metallica and Linkin Park, and he remains recognized as a distinct guitarist in modern rock and metal. Starting in the spring, Malakian and fellow System of a Down band members have announced 8 stadium shows in South America with over 350,000 tickets all sold out, in addition to sold-out shows at MetLife Stadium, Soldiers Field, and Rogers Stadium in the US.Tour dates can be found here. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-02-05•2hr 20mins

Daron Malakian

Daron Malakian is a composer, guitarist, vocalist, and record producer, best known as a founding member of System of a Down. Introduced to heavy metal at four years old when he first heard Kiss, Malakian began playing guitar at 11, developed his own style by 15, and is now cited by Loudwire as one of the “Top 50 Hard Rock + Metal Guitarists of All Time.” Malakian also founded Scars on Broadway. Over the years, he has collaborated with bands like Metallica and Linkin Park, and he remains recognized as a distinct guitarist in modern rock and metal. Starting in the spring, Malakian and fellow System of a Down band members have announced 8 stadium shows in South America with over 350,000 tickets all sold out, in addition to sold-out shows at MetLife Stadium, Soldiers Field, and Rogers Stadium in the US.Tour dates can be found here. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-02-05•2hr 20mins

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#20

Ky Dickens

Ky Dickens is an award-winning director, filmmaker, and host of the podcast, The Telepathy Tapes. Venturing into audio storytelling, she explores consciousness, human potential, and the profound abilities of telepathy among non-speakers with autism. Alongside neuroscientist Dr. Diane Hennacy Powell, Dickens travels the globe to learn more from non-speakers and their families, challenging preconceived notions about communication as we know it. Beyond her chart-topping podcast, her work in film tackles complex social issues to influence public policy and drive cultural change. Her acclaimed filmography includes the documentaries and Show Her the Money, and The Telepathy Tapes is now being developed into a feature film slated for 2025. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-01-29•1hr 35mins

Ky Dickens

Ky Dickens is an award-winning director, filmmaker, and host of the podcast, The Telepathy Tapes. Venturing into audio storytelling, she explores consciousness, human potential, and the profound abilities of telepathy among non-speakers with autism. Alongside neuroscientist Dr. Diane Hennacy Powell, Dickens travels the globe to learn more from non-speakers and their families, challenging preconceived notions about communication as we know it. Beyond her chart-topping podcast, her work in film tackles complex social issues to influence public policy and drive cultural change. Her acclaimed filmography includes the documentaries and Show Her the Money, and The Telepathy Tapes is now being developed into a feature film slated for 2025. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-01-29•1hr 35mins

#20

#21

Al Pacino

Al Pacino is a screen and stage actor. Emerging from New York’s underground theater scene in the 1960s, he refined his craft under mentors including Lee Strasberg and Charlie Laughton. Best known for his iconic portrayals in The Godfather trilogy, Scarface, and more recently, House of Gucci, he is cited as one of the most respected actors of his generation. In his career spanning over five decades, Pacino has earned an Academy Award for Scent of a Woman, two Tony Awards for his stage work, and two Emmy Awards for his television roles. In addition to his on-screen appearances in television and film, Pacino has also taken on various directorial and production roles, and he currently serves as co-president of The Actors Studio alongside Ellen Burstyn and Alec Baldwin. His New York Times bestselling memoir, Sonny Boy, serves as a reflection of his life, craft, and the roles that shaped his extraordinary career. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-01-22•1hr 34mins

Al Pacino

Al Pacino is a screen and stage actor. Emerging from New York’s underground theater scene in the 1960s, he refined his craft under mentors including Lee Strasberg and Charlie Laughton. Best known for his iconic portrayals in The Godfather trilogy, Scarface, and more recently, House of Gucci, he is cited as one of the most respected actors of his generation. In his career spanning over five decades, Pacino has earned an Academy Award for Scent of a Woman, two Tony Awards for his stage work, and two Emmy Awards for his television roles. In addition to his on-screen appearances in television and film, Pacino has also taken on various directorial and production roles, and he currently serves as co-president of The Actors Studio alongside Ellen Burstyn and Alec Baldwin. His New York Times bestselling memoir, Sonny Boy, serves as a reflection of his life, craft, and the roles that shaped his extraordinary career. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-01-22•1hr 34mins

#21

#22

UNEXPECTED CONVERSATION: Orson Welles

In this episode, Rick connects with writer, director, and actor Orson Welles. His work spanning the worlds of radio, television, film, and theatre, Welles is widely regarded as “the ultimate auteur.”

2025-01-18•41mins

UNEXPECTED CONVERSATION: Orson Welles

In this episode, Rick connects with writer, director, and actor Orson Welles. His work spanning the worlds of radio, television, film, and theatre, Welles is widely regarded as “the ultimate auteur.”

2025-01-18•41mins

#22

#23

RZA

RZA is a rapper, producer, composer, actor, director, and the creative mastermind behind the hip hop group Wu-Tang Clan. Since the group’s classic 1993 debut, Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), he has produced the most albums for the group and its respective members, pioneering a style rooted in stark booming beats, vintage soul samples, and gritty narratives. Beyond Wu-Tang, RZA launched the horrorcore group Gravediggaz and released music as his alter ego, Bobby Digital. His artistic range extends to scoring films like Dallas Jackson’s Thriller, acting in projects like G.I. Joe: Retaliation, and collaborating with artists across genres, including Paul Banks of Interpol in the duo Banks & Steelz. In August 2024, RZA, alongside Colorado Symphony and Christopher Dragon, released his first classical album, A Ballet Through Mud, continuing to redefine boundaries in music and storytelling. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-01-15•2hr 31mins

RZA

RZA is a rapper, producer, composer, actor, director, and the creative mastermind behind the hip hop group Wu-Tang Clan. Since the group’s classic 1993 debut, Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), he has produced the most albums for the group and its respective members, pioneering a style rooted in stark booming beats, vintage soul samples, and gritty narratives. Beyond Wu-Tang, RZA launched the horrorcore group Gravediggaz and released music as his alter ego, Bobby Digital. His artistic range extends to scoring films like Dallas Jackson’s Thriller, acting in projects like G.I. Joe: Retaliation, and collaborating with artists across genres, including Paul Banks of Interpol in the duo Banks & Steelz. In August 2024, RZA, alongside Colorado Symphony and Christopher Dragon, released his first classical album, A Ballet Through Mud, continuing to redefine boundaries in music and storytelling. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-01-15•2hr 31mins

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Bruce Johnston

Bruce Johnston is a musician, singer, and songwriter, widely recognized for his influential role in the Beach Boys. Johnston began his musical career in high school, collaborating early-on with musicians including Eddie Cochran and Phil Spector. Joining the Beach Boys in 1965, Johnston was involved as a vocalist and keyboardist, and he continued to make occasional appearances on the Beach Boys albums from the mid-1970s until re-joining the band in 1978. With the group, Johnston co-produced several key albums, including L.A. (Light Album), and the follow-up LP, Keepin' the Summer Alive. Known for his harmony and production skills, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with the group’s founding members. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-01-03•1hr 46mins

Bruce Johnston

Bruce Johnston is a musician, singer, and songwriter, widely recognized for his influential role in the Beach Boys. Johnston began his musical career in high school, collaborating early-on with musicians including Eddie Cochran and Phil Spector. Joining the Beach Boys in 1965, Johnston was involved as a vocalist and keyboardist, and he continued to make occasional appearances on the Beach Boys albums from the mid-1970s until re-joining the band in 1978. With the group, Johnston co-produced several key albums, including L.A. (Light Album), and the follow-up LP, Keepin' the Summer Alive. Known for his harmony and production skills, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with the group’s founding members. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2025-01-03•1hr 46mins

#24

#25

Víkingur Ólafsson

Víkingur Ólafsson is a world-renowned Icelandic pianist. Celebrated for his profound artistry and visionary programming, he has performed with premier orchestras such as the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Philharmonia Orchestra, and London Philharmonic Orchestra. In 2023, he performed his album of Johann Sebastian Bach’s Goldberg Variations on a world tour, showcasing his musicianship across six continents, totaling 88 performances. Ólafsson’s latest release, an EP entitled Continuum, is described as his “personal Bach diary,” a work that blends his innovative approach to classical music with the 18th century composer’s iconic work. As a two-time recipient of the Opus Klassik Solo Recording of the Year, CoScan’s International Nordic Person of the Year (2023), and Album of the Year at BBC Music Magazine Awards (2019), Ólafsson continues to captivate audiences worldwide. His upcoming tour dates can be found here. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-12-25•2hr 12mins

Víkingur Ólafsson

Víkingur Ólafsson is a world-renowned Icelandic pianist. Celebrated for his profound artistry and visionary programming, he has performed with premier orchestras such as the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Philharmonia Orchestra, and London Philharmonic Orchestra. In 2023, he performed his album of Johann Sebastian Bach’s Goldberg Variations on a world tour, showcasing his musicianship across six continents, totaling 88 performances. Ólafsson’s latest release, an EP entitled Continuum, is described as his “personal Bach diary,” a work that blends his innovative approach to classical music with the 18th century composer’s iconic work. As a two-time recipient of the Opus Klassik Solo Recording of the Year, CoScan’s International Nordic Person of the Year (2023), and Album of the Year at BBC Music Magazine Awards (2019), Ólafsson continues to captivate audiences worldwide. His upcoming tour dates can be found here. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-12-25•2hr 12mins

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#26

Peter Thiel

Peter Thiel is an entrepreneur and investor. He is the co-founder and former CEO of PayPal, started in 1998, redefining the world of secure and fast e-commerce. Shortly thereafter, Thiel was the first outside investor in Facebook in 2004. Additionally, he co-founded Founders Fund, which has backed transformative companies like SpaceX and Airbnb, With a background in law and finance, Thiel has consistently championed innovation, whether through his venture capital firm, Thiel Capital, or the Thiel Fellowship, which provides $100,000 grants to young entrepreneurs who have a vision for a new product. Known for his contrarian thinking, Thiel is also the author of New York Times bestselling book, Zero to One, which challenges conventional ideas about innovation and offers optimistic insight into future progress. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-12-18•2hr 2mins

Peter Thiel

Peter Thiel is an entrepreneur and investor. He is the co-founder and former CEO of PayPal, started in 1998, redefining the world of secure and fast e-commerce. Shortly thereafter, Thiel was the first outside investor in Facebook in 2004. Additionally, he co-founded Founders Fund, which has backed transformative companies like SpaceX and Airbnb, With a background in law and finance, Thiel has consistently championed innovation, whether through his venture capital firm, Thiel Capital, or the Thiel Fellowship, which provides $100,000 grants to young entrepreneurs who have a vision for a new product. Known for his contrarian thinking, Thiel is also the author of New York Times bestselling book, Zero to One, which challenges conventional ideas about innovation and offers optimistic insight into future progress. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-12-18•2hr 2mins

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#27

Ben Greenfield

Ben Greenfield is a leading figure in health and wellness, renowned health consultant, New York Times bestselling author, and host of influential podcast, Boundless Life. Voted “America’s Top Personal Trainer” by the NSCA and named one of the “Top 100 Most Influential People in Health and Fitness” by Greatist, he combines cutting-edge research with practical strategies to connect mind, body, and spirit. Greenfield leverages his background as a collegiate athlete and 13-time Ironman triathlete to coach others on optimizing longevity, performance, and well-being. Alongside best friend Caleb Applegate, he is the founder of Life Network, a platform that makes health and wellness accessible to all through cutting-edge biohacking technology, community support, and expert guidance. He’s authored 18 books, including Beyond Training, Boundless, and Endure, and ultimately, he is committed to inspiring individuals to take control of their health, push boundaries, and live with purpose. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-12-11•1hr 28mins

Ben Greenfield

Ben Greenfield is a leading figure in health and wellness, renowned health consultant, New York Times bestselling author, and host of influential podcast, Boundless Life. Voted “America’s Top Personal Trainer” by the NSCA and named one of the “Top 100 Most Influential People in Health and Fitness” by Greatist, he combines cutting-edge research with practical strategies to connect mind, body, and spirit. Greenfield leverages his background as a collegiate athlete and 13-time Ironman triathlete to coach others on optimizing longevity, performance, and well-being. Alongside best friend Caleb Applegate, he is the founder of Life Network, a platform that makes health and wellness accessible to all through cutting-edge biohacking technology, community support, and expert guidance. He’s authored 18 books, including Beyond Training, Boundless, and Endure, and ultimately, he is committed to inspiring individuals to take control of their health, push boundaries, and live with purpose. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-12-11•1hr 28mins

#27

#28

Pharrell Williams

Pharrell Williams is a Grammy-winning songwriter, producer, and performer. Getting his start in music alongside Chad Hugo as the production duo known as The Neptunes in 1992, Pharrell has produced chart-topping hits for artists including Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, and Snoop Dogg. He has co-composed the music for the Despicable Me film franchise, including hit “Happy,” which became the best-selling song of 2014 and earned Pharrell an Oscar nomination. Pharrell’s collaborations with Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé, and Gwen Stefani, alongside his work as a solo artist and frontman for alternative band N.E.R.D., have solidified his reputation as a creative force in the music industry. With 13 Grammy wins and two Oscar nominations, Pharrell continues to progress the sounds of post-new jack swing, R&B and rap, and pop. Currently, Pharrell serves as the creative director of Louis Vuitton, and he has recently announced his role as a co-chair for next year’s Met Gala alongside Lewis Hamilton and Anna Wintour. In October, his animated biopic Piece by Piece, a collaboration with LEGO, premiered alongside its titular song by Pharrell. The film is now available for rent or purchase to enjoy at home. Link here: ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-12-04•57mins

Pharrell Williams

Pharrell Williams is a Grammy-winning songwriter, producer, and performer. Getting his start in music alongside Chad Hugo as the production duo known as The Neptunes in 1992, Pharrell has produced chart-topping hits for artists including Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, and Snoop Dogg. He has co-composed the music for the Despicable Me film franchise, including hit “Happy,” which became the best-selling song of 2014 and earned Pharrell an Oscar nomination. Pharrell’s collaborations with Kendrick Lamar, Beyoncé, and Gwen Stefani, alongside his work as a solo artist and frontman for alternative band N.E.R.D., have solidified his reputation as a creative force in the music industry. With 13 Grammy wins and two Oscar nominations, Pharrell continues to progress the sounds of post-new jack swing, R&B and rap, and pop. Currently, Pharrell serves as the creative director of Louis Vuitton, and he has recently announced his role as a co-chair for next year’s Met Gala alongside Lewis Hamilton and Anna Wintour. In October, his animated biopic Piece by Piece, a collaboration with LEGO, premiered alongside its titular song by Pharrell. The film is now available for rent or purchase to enjoy at home. Link here: ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-12-04•57mins

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#29

UNEXPECTED CONVERSATION: Richard Feynman

In this episode, Rick connects with the physicist and Nobel Prize winner Richard Feynman. Known for his groundbreaking contributions to quantum mechanics, Feynman’s work inspires curiosity and innovation in science. ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-11-30•49mins

UNEXPECTED CONVERSATION: Richard Feynman

In this episode, Rick connects with the physicist and Nobel Prize winner Richard Feynman. Known for his groundbreaking contributions to quantum mechanics, Feynman’s work inspires curiosity and innovation in science. ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-11-30•49mins

#29

#30

Brianna Wiest

Brianna Wiest is a bestselling author, speaker, and advocate for self-reflection and personal growth. Known for transformative works including 101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think, The Mountain Is You, and her latest release, The Pivot Year, she has sold over 2 million copies of her books which frequently top global bestseller lists. Now based in Northern California, Wiest continues to inspire as a speaker at businesses, conferences, and bookstores worldwide, and as a partner at Thought Catalog, where she publishes her books and shares deeply personal, thoughtful content. Her work resonates with readers worldwide, offering insight into emotional intelligence, mental health, and discovering inner potential. Her upcoming release, The Life That’s Waiting, is available for pre-order now. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-11-27•1hr 43mins

Brianna Wiest

Brianna Wiest is a bestselling author, speaker, and advocate for self-reflection and personal growth. Known for transformative works including 101 Essays That Will Change The Way You Think, The Mountain Is You, and her latest release, The Pivot Year, she has sold over 2 million copies of her books which frequently top global bestseller lists. Now based in Northern California, Wiest continues to inspire as a speaker at businesses, conferences, and bookstores worldwide, and as a partner at Thought Catalog, where she publishes her books and shares deeply personal, thoughtful content. Her work resonates with readers worldwide, offering insight into emotional intelligence, mental health, and discovering inner potential. Her upcoming release, The Life That’s Waiting, is available for pre-order now. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-11-27•1hr 43mins

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#31

Bjarke Ingels (Part 2)

Bjarke Ingels returns to continue his conversation in Part Two. Bjarke Ingels is one of the world’s leading architects as the founder and creative director of renowned architecture firm Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG). Recognized for his innovative approach to sustainable and futuristic design, Ingels has led transformative projects worldwide, including the Suzhou Museum of Contemporary Art in China and groundbreaking urban plans like The Dryline in New York. A partner in multiple ventures, he co-founded Nabr, a consumer-first housing company, and collaborated with Lonestar Data Holdings to create the Freedom Payload—a solar-powered, 3D-printed data center designed to store data on the Moon. Named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in 2016, Ingels is renowned for pushing the boundaries of architecture to address global challenges, blending art, technology, and practicality to shape the future of urban living and sustainable development. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-11-22•1hr 37mins

Bjarke Ingels (Part 2)

Bjarke Ingels returns to continue his conversation in Part Two. Bjarke Ingels is one of the world’s leading architects as the founder and creative director of renowned architecture firm Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG). Recognized for his innovative approach to sustainable and futuristic design, Ingels has led transformative projects worldwide, including the Suzhou Museum of Contemporary Art in China and groundbreaking urban plans like The Dryline in New York. A partner in multiple ventures, he co-founded Nabr, a consumer-first housing company, and collaborated with Lonestar Data Holdings to create the Freedom Payload—a solar-powered, 3D-printed data center designed to store data on the Moon. Named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in 2016, Ingels is renowned for pushing the boundaries of architecture to address global challenges, blending art, technology, and practicality to shape the future of urban living and sustainable development. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-11-22•1hr 37mins

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#32

Bjarke Ingels (Part 1)

Bjarke Ingels is one of the world’s leading architects as the founder and creative director of renowned architecture firm Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG). Recognized for his innovative approach to sustainable and futuristic design, Ingels has led transformative projects worldwide, including the Suzhou Museum of Contemporary Art in China and groundbreaking urban plans like The Dryline in New York. A partner in multiple ventures, he co-founded Nabr, a consumer-first housing company, and collaborated with Lonestar Data Holdings to create the Freedom Payload—a solar-powered, 3D-printed data center designed to store data on the Moon. Named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in 2016, Ingels is renowned for pushing the boundaries of architecture to address global challenges, blending art, technology, and practicality to shape the future of urban living and sustainable development. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ House of Macadamias Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-11-20•2hr 12mins

Bjarke Ingels (Part 1)

Bjarke Ingels is one of the world’s leading architects as the founder and creative director of renowned architecture firm Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG). Recognized for his innovative approach to sustainable and futuristic design, Ingels has led transformative projects worldwide, including the Suzhou Museum of Contemporary Art in China and groundbreaking urban plans like The Dryline in New York. A partner in multiple ventures, he co-founded Nabr, a consumer-first housing company, and collaborated with Lonestar Data Holdings to create the Freedom Payload—a solar-powered, 3D-printed data center designed to store data on the Moon. Named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in 2016, Ingels is renowned for pushing the boundaries of architecture to address global challenges, blending art, technology, and practicality to shape the future of urban living and sustainable development. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Athletic Nicotine Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA25' ------ House of Macadamias Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-11-20•2hr 12mins

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#33

David Whyte (Part 2)

David Whyte returns to continue his conversation in Part Two. David Whyte is a prolific Irish poet, philosopher, and speaker whose work that spans nearly four decades has resonated with audiences around the world. Beginning his career in 1986, Whyte has published three books of prose and ten volumes of poetry, including Still Possible and Consolations: The Solace, Nourishment and Underlying Meaning of Everyday Words. Through his Three Sundays Series, he creates immersive experiences for his audience that invite reflection on the complexities of human existence in 75-minute online sessions. His latest collection, Consolations II, continues his exploration of language and the choices that shape our daily lives. This month, Whyte is commencing the Consolations II England & Scotland Book Tour, which will move through Edinburgh, London, Oxford and Brighton. In January, he will speak daily at the Wisdom & Wellbeing Week 1 Intensive in Nosara, Costa Rica, alongside Henry Shukman, Leslie Salmon Jones, and Jeff W. Jones, building a foundation for each day’s conversation by sharing meaningful poetry and thought-provoking commentary. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ House of Macadamias Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-11-08•1hr 56mins

David Whyte (Part 2)

David Whyte returns to continue his conversation in Part Two. David Whyte is a prolific Irish poet, philosopher, and speaker whose work that spans nearly four decades has resonated with audiences around the world. Beginning his career in 1986, Whyte has published three books of prose and ten volumes of poetry, including Still Possible and Consolations: The Solace, Nourishment and Underlying Meaning of Everyday Words. Through his Three Sundays Series, he creates immersive experiences for his audience that invite reflection on the complexities of human existence in 75-minute online sessions. His latest collection, Consolations II, continues his exploration of language and the choices that shape our daily lives. This month, Whyte is commencing the Consolations II England & Scotland Book Tour, which will move through Edinburgh, London, Oxford and Brighton. In January, he will speak daily at the Wisdom & Wellbeing Week 1 Intensive in Nosara, Costa Rica, alongside Henry Shukman, Leslie Salmon Jones, and Jeff W. Jones, building a foundation for each day’s conversation by sharing meaningful poetry and thought-provoking commentary. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ House of Macadamias Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-11-08•1hr 56mins

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#34

David Whyte (Part 1)

David Whyte is a prolific Irish poet, philosopher, and speaker whose work that spans nearly four decades has resonated with audiences around the world. Beginning his career in 1986, Whyte has published three books of prose and ten volumes of poetry, including Still Possible and Consolations: The Solace, Nourishment and Underlying Meaning of Everyday Words. Through his Three Sundays Series, he creates immersive experiences for his audience that invite reflection on the complexities of human existence in 75-minute online sessions. His latest collection, Consolations II, continues his exploration of language and the choices that shape our daily lives. This month, Whyte is commencing the Consolations II England & Scotland Book Tour, which will move through Edinburgh, London, Oxford and Brighton. In January, he will speak daily at the Wisdom & Wellbeing Week 1 Intensive in Nosara, Costa Rica, alongside Henry Shukman, Leslie Salmon Jones, and Jeff W. Jones, building a foundation for each day’s conversation by sharing meaningful poetry and thought-provoking commentary. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ House of Macadamias Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-11-06•2hr 26mins

David Whyte (Part 1)

David Whyte is a prolific Irish poet, philosopher, and speaker whose work that spans nearly four decades has resonated with audiences around the world. Beginning his career in 1986, Whyte has published three books of prose and ten volumes of poetry, including Still Possible and Consolations: The Solace, Nourishment and Underlying Meaning of Everyday Words. Through his Three Sundays Series, he creates immersive experiences for his audience that invite reflection on the complexities of human existence in 75-minute online sessions. His latest collection, Consolations II, continues his exploration of language and the choices that shape our daily lives. This month, Whyte is commencing the Consolations II England & Scotland Book Tour, which will move through Edinburgh, London, Oxford and Brighton. In January, he will speak daily at the Wisdom & Wellbeing Week 1 Intensive in Nosara, Costa Rica, alongside Henry Shukman, Leslie Salmon Jones, and Jeff W. Jones, building a foundation for each day’s conversation by sharing meaningful poetry and thought-provoking commentary. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ House of Macadamias Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-11-06•2hr 26mins

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#35

Killer Mike

Killer Mike is an Atlanta-born rapper and actor. His music career began in 2003, with his solo debut, with the album Monster, reaching the Billboard Top Ten, and later gaining global recognition as part of the hip-hop duo Run the Jewels alongside El-P. Since the start of his career, Killer Mike has released seven studio albums, including Michael, for which he won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album in 2024. Outside of music, he has established a career in television as the host of Netflix’s Trigger Warning with Killer Mike and PBS’s Love & Respect with Killer Mike and as an actor in shows including Billions, Dave, and Ozark. Building on the success and the impact he’s made in hip-hop and culture, Killer Mike is teaming up with Dave Chappelle on their tour, Still Talkin’ That Sh*t, blending music and comedy starting on November 15th. On November 22nd, Killer Mike is also releasing his latest ten-song project, Michael & The Mighty Midnight Revival: Songs For Sinners & Saints. He describes it as a "testimonial" on life's trials and triumphs, aiming to connect deeply with listeners through themes of faith, struggle, and resilience. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA' ------ House of Macadamias Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-10-30•1hr 39mins

Killer Mike

Killer Mike is an Atlanta-born rapper and actor. His music career began in 2003, with his solo debut, with the album Monster, reaching the Billboard Top Ten, and later gaining global recognition as part of the hip-hop duo Run the Jewels alongside El-P. Since the start of his career, Killer Mike has released seven studio albums, including Michael, for which he won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album in 2024. Outside of music, he has established a career in television as the host of Netflix’s Trigger Warning with Killer Mike and PBS’s Love & Respect with Killer Mike and as an actor in shows including Billions, Dave, and Ozark. Building on the success and the impact he’s made in hip-hop and culture, Killer Mike is teaming up with Dave Chappelle on their tour, Still Talkin’ That Sh*t, blending music and comedy starting on November 15th. On November 22nd, Killer Mike is also releasing his latest ten-song project, Michael & The Mighty Midnight Revival: Songs For Sinners & Saints. He describes it as a "testimonial" on life's trials and triumphs, aiming to connect deeply with listeners through themes of faith, struggle, and resilience. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA' ------ House of Macadamias Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-10-30•1hr 39mins

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#36

UNEXPECTED CONVERSATION: Alfred Hitchcock

In this episode, Rick connects with Alfred Hitchcock, the legendary filmmaker known as the "Master of Suspense." Renowned for his innovative storytelling and groundbreaking techniques, Hitchcock's films remain a benchmark for suspense and psychological thrillers in cinema history.

2024-10-26•47mins

UNEXPECTED CONVERSATION: Alfred Hitchcock

In this episode, Rick connects with Alfred Hitchcock, the legendary filmmaker known as the "Master of Suspense." Renowned for his innovative storytelling and groundbreaking techniques, Hitchcock's films remain a benchmark for suspense and psychological thrillers in cinema history.

2024-10-26•47mins

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#37

Joaquin Phoenix

Joaquin Phoenix is widely regarded as one of the best actors of his generation, known for his intense and eccentric on-screen portrayals in period dramas, thrillers, and psychological films. He was raised among siblings who were largely involved in acting, including his late brother, River Phoenix, alongside whom he began his acting career in the 1980s. He made his big-screen debut in SpaceCamp (1986), and he earned his first starring role in the Cold War drama Russkies (1987). Phoenix is known for his commitment to embody each of his roles, particularly in his role as Arthur Fleck in Todd Phillips’ Joker, for which he won the Academy Award for Best Actor. His filmography includes powerful performances in Gladiator, Her, You Were Never Really Here, Walk the Line–where he won a Golden Globe for his portrayal of Johnny Cash–and most recently, Joker: Folie à Deux. In addition to his acting career, Phoenix is an animal rights activist and has taken up producing films like Gunda, and he continues to leave an indelible mark on the world of cinema. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ House of Macadamias Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-10-23•2hr 12mins

Joaquin Phoenix

Joaquin Phoenix is widely regarded as one of the best actors of his generation, known for his intense and eccentric on-screen portrayals in period dramas, thrillers, and psychological films. He was raised among siblings who were largely involved in acting, including his late brother, River Phoenix, alongside whom he began his acting career in the 1980s. He made his big-screen debut in SpaceCamp (1986), and he earned his first starring role in the Cold War drama Russkies (1987). Phoenix is known for his commitment to embody each of his roles, particularly in his role as Arthur Fleck in Todd Phillips’ Joker, for which he won the Academy Award for Best Actor. His filmography includes powerful performances in Gladiator, Her, You Were Never Really Here, Walk the Line–where he won a Golden Globe for his portrayal of Johnny Cash–and most recently, Joker: Folie à Deux. In addition to his acting career, Phoenix is an animal rights activist and has taken up producing films like Gunda, and he continues to leave an indelible mark on the world of cinema. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ House of Macadamias Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-10-23•2hr 12mins

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#38

CLASSICAL: Tyler Cowen

Tyler Cowen has long nurtured an obsession with music. It’s one of the few addictions Tyler believes is actually conducive to a fulfilling intellectual life. In this bonus episode, a year after Tyler walked us through the world of the Avant-Garde, and his favorite pop music, Tyler guides us through some of the major pillars of Russian classical music—from Rimsky-Korsakov to Stravinsky. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ House of Macadamias Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-10-18•1hr 12mins

CLASSICAL: Tyler Cowen

Tyler Cowen has long nurtured an obsession with music. It’s one of the few addictions Tyler believes is actually conducive to a fulfilling intellectual life. In this bonus episode, a year after Tyler walked us through the world of the Avant-Garde, and his favorite pop music, Tyler guides us through some of the major pillars of Russian classical music—from Rimsky-Korsakov to Stravinsky. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ House of Macadamias Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-10-18•1hr 12mins

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#39

Tyler Cowen

Tyler Cowen is a world-renowned economist, professor, columnist, and co-author of the influential economics blog Marginal Revolution. Graduating from George Mason University with a Bachelor of Science in Economics, and later receiving his PhD in economics from Harvard University, he has developed a vested interest in the economics of culture, as he delves into topics including fame, art, and cultural trade in his 19 books. Alongside economist Alex Tabbarock, Cowen is passionate about making world-class economics education accessible through his online platform, Marginal Revolution University. However, he may be best known for his popular podcast, Conversations with Tyler, where he publishes new conversations with the greatest thinkers of today every Wednesday. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ House of Macadamias Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-10-16•1hr 47mins

Tyler Cowen

Tyler Cowen is a world-renowned economist, professor, columnist, and co-author of the influential economics blog Marginal Revolution. Graduating from George Mason University with a Bachelor of Science in Economics, and later receiving his PhD in economics from Harvard University, he has developed a vested interest in the economics of culture, as he delves into topics including fame, art, and cultural trade in his 19 books. Alongside economist Alex Tabbarock, Cowen is passionate about making world-class economics education accessible through his online platform, Marginal Revolution University. However, he may be best known for his popular podcast, Conversations with Tyler, where he publishes new conversations with the greatest thinkers of today every Wednesday. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ House of Macadamias Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-10-16•1hr 47mins

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#40

Jason Louv

Jason Louv is a bestselling author, journalist, and teacher of magick, meditation, and the occult. His career in journalism has been centered around surveillance, international trade, and technology, with his writing featured in publications such as VICE News, ESQUIRE, Boing Boing, and Motherboard. Through his online education portal, Magick.Me, and his eight books, including John Dee and the Empire of Angels, Louv empowers his audience to master transformation and self-discovery through sacred traditions and spiritual technologies. He is the founder and president of Ultraculture Incorporated, a data-driven media company that blends traditional spirituality and cutting-edge technology, makes spiritual practices to individuals and companies alike. Today, Louv continues to bring the transformative power of mysticism, magick, and meditation to global audiences through his weekly podcast, Ultraculture with Jason Louv. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA' ------ House of Macadamias Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-10-09•1hr 53mins

Jason Louv

Jason Louv is a bestselling author, journalist, and teacher of magick, meditation, and the occult. His career in journalism has been centered around surveillance, international trade, and technology, with his writing featured in publications such as VICE News, ESQUIRE, Boing Boing, and Motherboard. Through his online education portal, Magick.Me, and his eight books, including John Dee and the Empire of Angels, Louv empowers his audience to master transformation and self-discovery through sacred traditions and spiritual technologies. He is the founder and president of Ultraculture Incorporated, a data-driven media company that blends traditional spirituality and cutting-edge technology, makes spiritual practices to individuals and companies alike. Today, Louv continues to bring the transformative power of mysticism, magick, and meditation to global audiences through his weekly podcast, Ultraculture with Jason Louv. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Vivo Barefoot Use code 'TETRA' ------ House of Macadamias Use code 'TETRA' ------ Sign up to receive Tetragrammaton Transmissions

2024-10-09•1hr 53mins

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#41

Jack Mallers

Jack Mallers is an entrepreneur, software developer, and founder of Strike, an application that focuses on making Bitcoin payments fast and easy. Introduced to Bitcoin in 2013 by his father, Mallers has since been a pioneer in the world of cryptocurrency. In 2020, he launched Strike, popularizing Bitcoin by leveraging the Lightning Network, which enables instant payments transactions across digital channels. His work focuses on transforming how people move money, and how to make financial systems more accessible, inclusive, and decentralized to everyone. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Lucy Use code 'TETRA' ------ House of Macadamias Use code 'TETRA'

2024-09-18•1hr 58mins

Jack Mallers

Jack Mallers is an entrepreneur, software developer, and founder of Strike, an application that focuses on making Bitcoin payments fast and easy. Introduced to Bitcoin in 2013 by his father, Mallers has since been a pioneer in the world of cryptocurrency. In 2020, he launched Strike, popularizing Bitcoin by leveraging the Lightning Network, which enables instant payments transactions across digital channels. His work focuses on transforming how people move money, and how to make financial systems more accessible, inclusive, and decentralized to everyone. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Lucy Use code 'TETRA' ------ House of Macadamias Use code 'TETRA'

2024-09-18•1hr 58mins

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#42

Joe Sabia

Joe Sabia is a filmmaker, digital creator, and celebrity interviewer. He began his career in media working across various platforms including television, film, and music videos. In his six years as Senior Vice President of Creative Development at Condé Nast Entertainment, he became a renowned multimedia storyteller, best known for the creations of Vogue’s 73 Questions, Vanity Fair’s One Year Later series with Billie Eilish, and Wired’s Autocomplete Interviews. This past year, Sabia directed his debut feature film “Federer: Twelve Final Days” for Amazon Studios, which recounts Roger Federer’s journey to retirement from tennis. As the operator of Studio Sabia, a full-service production company, he continues to help media companies create memorable content across digital and cinematic landscapes. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Lucy Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ House of Macadamias Use code 'TETRA'

2024-09-11•1hr 59mins

Joe Sabia

Joe Sabia is a filmmaker, digital creator, and celebrity interviewer. He began his career in media working across various platforms including television, film, and music videos. In his six years as Senior Vice President of Creative Development at Condé Nast Entertainment, he became a renowned multimedia storyteller, best known for the creations of Vogue’s 73 Questions, Vanity Fair’s One Year Later series with Billie Eilish, and Wired’s Autocomplete Interviews. This past year, Sabia directed his debut feature film “Federer: Twelve Final Days” for Amazon Studios, which recounts Roger Federer’s journey to retirement from tennis. As the operator of Studio Sabia, a full-service production company, he continues to help media companies create memorable content across digital and cinematic landscapes. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Squarespace Use code 'TETRA' ------ Lucy Use code 'TETRA' ------ LMNT Electrolytes Use code 'TETRA' ------ House of Macadamias Use code 'TETRA'

2024-09-11•1hr 59mins

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#43

UNEXPECTED CONVERSATION: Jim Morrison

In this episode, Rick connects with Jim Morrison, the Lead singer of The Doors. The poet, writer, and filmmaker is cited as "one of the most influential frontmen in rock history." ©"Howard Smith Interviews Jim Morrison, Nov. 1969." Courtesy of The Smith Tapes Available on iTunes: Collection 2, Aquarian Theatre www.TheSmithTapes.com

2024-09-07•40mins

UNEXPECTED CONVERSATION: Jim Morrison

In this episode, Rick connects with Jim Morrison, the Lead singer of The Doors. The poet, writer, and filmmaker is cited as "one of the most influential frontmen in rock history." ©"Howard Smith Interviews Jim Morrison, Nov. 1969." Courtesy of The Smith Tapes Available on iTunes: Collection 2, Aquarian Theatre www.TheSmithTapes.com

2024-09-07•40mins

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#44

Esther Perel

Esther Perel is a psychotherapist and a leading voice on modern relationships. Growing up in Antwerp and practicing in the United States, she began her career studying the impact of cultural transitions on human relationships. In addition to her therapy practice in New York City, she serves as an organizational consultant for Fortune 500 companies globally. Closely examining the mysteries of the human condition and sexuality, Perel gained international acclaim for her first book, Mating in Captivity: Unlocking Erotic Intelligence, which was followed by New York Times bestseller, The State of Affairs: Rethinking Infidelity. Perel helps her audience navigate difficult relational conversations in her weekly podcast, Where Should We Begin?. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Lucy ------ LMNT Electrolytes ------ Squarespace ------ House of Macadamias

2024-09-04•1hr 43mins

Esther Perel

Esther Perel is a psychotherapist and a leading voice on modern relationships. Growing up in Antwerp and practicing in the United States, she began her career studying the impact of cultural transitions on human relationships. In addition to her therapy practice in New York City, she serves as an organizational consultant for Fortune 500 companies globally. Closely examining the mysteries of the human condition and sexuality, Perel gained international acclaim for her first book, Mating in Captivity: Unlocking Erotic Intelligence, which was followed by New York Times bestseller, The State of Affairs: Rethinking Infidelity. Perel helps her audience navigate difficult relational conversations in her weekly podcast, Where Should We Begin?. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: Lucy ------ LMNT Electrolytes ------ Squarespace ------ House of Macadamias

2024-09-04•1hr 43mins

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#45

Michael Cohl

Michael Cohl is an internationally acclaimed Emmy and Tony Award-winning live entertainment producer and concert promoter. In his 55-year career, Cohl’s expertise spans a broad range of live experiences, from music to sports, theatre, and film. He is the Chairman of EMC Presents and founder and CEO of S2BN Entertainment, which brings highly immersive and interactive live entertainment to global audiences, including music and film experiences, as well as the Harry Potter exhibition and Pink Floyd exhibition. Cohl has notably overseen the tours and related merchandising for over 150 world-renowned artists, including David Gilmour, Barbra Streisand, Phil Collins, Genesis, and The Rolling Stones. One of the most prolific figures in his industry, Cohl has been inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, and he is the subject of CBC’s 2006 documentary, Satisfaction: The Life and Times of Michael Cohl. He is the recipient of the NAACP Image Award, GLAAD Award, Peabody Award, and Billboard’s Legend of Live Award. Currently, Cohl continues to shape the entertainment landscape with projects including A Night with Janis Joplin, Bat Out of Hell: The Musical, David Gilmour’s Concert Tour, Asi Wind: Incredibly Human, and The Big Apple Circus. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes ------ Squarespace ------ Lucy ------ House of Macadamias

2024-08-28•1hr 32mins

Michael Cohl

Michael Cohl is an internationally acclaimed Emmy and Tony Award-winning live entertainment producer and concert promoter. In his 55-year career, Cohl’s expertise spans a broad range of live experiences, from music to sports, theatre, and film. He is the Chairman of EMC Presents and founder and CEO of S2BN Entertainment, which brings highly immersive and interactive live entertainment to global audiences, including music and film experiences, as well as the Harry Potter exhibition and Pink Floyd exhibition. Cohl has notably overseen the tours and related merchandising for over 150 world-renowned artists, including David Gilmour, Barbra Streisand, Phil Collins, Genesis, and The Rolling Stones. One of the most prolific figures in his industry, Cohl has been inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame, and he is the subject of CBC’s 2006 documentary, Satisfaction: The Life and Times of Michael Cohl. He is the recipient of the NAACP Image Award, GLAAD Award, Peabody Award, and Billboard’s Legend of Live Award. Currently, Cohl continues to shape the entertainment landscape with projects including A Night with Janis Joplin, Bat Out of Hell: The Musical, David Gilmour’s Concert Tour, Asi Wind: Incredibly Human, and The Big Apple Circus. ------ Thank you to the sponsors that fuel our podcast and our team: LMNT Electrolytes ------ Squarespace ------ Lucy ------ House of Macadamias

2024-08-28•1hr 32mins

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Jack Clark

Jack Clark

Benedikt Taschen

Benedikt Taschen

David Avocado Wolfe

David Avocado Wolfe

André 3000

André 3000

David Mamet

David Mamet

Adam D’Angelo

Adam D’Angelo

M. Night Shyamalan

M. Night Shyamalan

Palmer Luckey

Palmer Luckey

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Gene Simmons

Gene Simmons

Aravind Srinivas

Aravind Srinivas

Mel Ziegler

Mel Ziegler

Malcolm Gladwell

Malcolm Gladwell

Dr. Paul Saladino

Dr. Paul Saladino

UNEXPECTED CONVERSATION: Marlon Brando

UNEXPECTED CONVERSATION: Marlon Brando

Francis Ford Coppola

Francis Ford Coppola

Rick Beato

Rick Beato

Richard Prince

Richard Prince

Adrien Brody

Adrien Brody

Daron Malakian

Daron Malakian

Ky Dickens

Ky Dickens

Al Pacino

Al Pacino

UNEXPECTED CONVERSATION: Orson Welles

UNEXPECTED CONVERSATION: Orson Welles

RZA

RZA

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Bruce Johnston

Bruce Johnston

Víkingur Ólafsson

Víkingur Ólafsson

Peter Thiel

Peter Thiel

Ben Greenfield

Ben Greenfield

Pharrell Williams

Pharrell Williams

UNEXPECTED CONVERSATION: Richard Feynman

UNEXPECTED CONVERSATION: Richard Feynman

Brianna Wiest

Brianna Wiest

Bjarke Ingels (Part 2)

Bjarke Ingels (Part 2)

Bjarke Ingels (Part 1)

Bjarke Ingels (Part 1)

David Whyte (Part 2)

David Whyte (Part 2)

David Whyte (Part 1)

David Whyte (Part 1)

Killer Mike

Killer Mike

UNEXPECTED CONVERSATION: Alfred Hitchcock

UNEXPECTED CONVERSATION: Alfred Hitchcock

Joaquin Phoenix

Joaquin Phoenix

CLASSICAL: Tyler Cowen

CLASSICAL: Tyler Cowen