ReThinking: Permission to play with Jacob Collier

This podcast features Adam Grant interviewing Jacob Collier, a Grammy award-winning musician, about his unique approach to engaging audiences through music. Collier discusses the origins of his "audience choir" concept, inspired by his mother's work as a conductor, and how he aims to create a sense of "wiggledom" or collective effervescence among participants. They explore the power of music to unlock emotions, break down social barriers, and foster a sense of community. Collier shares insights into his creative process, his views on harmony and dissonance, and his unconventional path to success in the music industry, including his pride in never having charted despite critical acclaim. The conversation also touches on the role of joy and vitality in artistic expression and life.