Published May 13, 2020
Malcolm Gladwell Interviews Rick Rubin | Broken Record
Malcolm Gladwell delves into the transformative career of legendary producer Rick Rubin, highlighting his genre-defying contributions to hip hop and collaborations with icons like Johnny Cash. Rubin shares personal insights on his minimalist philosophy, influential early career in NYC, and the creative processes that have shaped his storied production journey.

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