Best On The Record Music Life Amp Style Podcasts (2025)

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REGGIE YATES: The importance of empathy and authenticity 43:49

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Reggie Yates has travelled the world embedded in some of the most extreme scenarios. He was an inmate in a Texas prison, embedded with Russian hardline homophobes, and was at the 2015 race riots in America.' Authenticity and empathy are at the heart of what I do' he says. In this podcast we examine the secrets to his success as a creative and a doc…

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How to health check the purpose of your life 53:32

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What role does purpose play in your life? Abraham Maslow's 'Heirarchy of Needs' does a pretty good job of triaging the basic priorities of human survival, but how do we apply it to our individual lives? Listen in as Jax and Martin set out Maslow's pyramid against their own lives and careers, as we explore how to health check the purpose and directi…

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ANNA LEMBKE M.D. The science of addiction and the worldwide dopamine crisis 1:07:32

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Dopamine is one of the most important horemones in the human body. It provides a balance in the brain between pain and pleasure, and rewards success. This was very useful as hunter gatherers worked tirelessly to feed themselves and their tribes. In today's overstimulated world though, our brains are getting constant dopamine hits from the apps on o…

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JAMES SMITH PT: Clickbait culture; how social media has changed society 1:13:43

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Social Media has change the world beyond all recognision. We can connect and communicate with people across the globe in an instant. It has opened industries worth of economic opportunity. You could argue that it made the pandemic, and various stage of lockdown wherever you are, more paletable. But what about the dark side? Are we less interested i…

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DR RANDALL BELL: How to turn tragedy into success 1:10:15

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In his new book, Post-Traumatic Thriving, the socio-economist Dr Randall Bell tells extraordinary stories of succesful people who've been through painful and tragic experiences. In this podcast we explore his thesis - that through his blueprint, the energy of trauma and grief can be channelled to change your life - and the lessons that those yet to…

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MARTIN WARNER: From startup to $50million in under 18 months 53:34

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In this podcast we explore the story of our co-host's journey from starting a company, to selling it for $50 million in a record 17 months. Martin Warner has been alongside Jax Jones for 16 episodes as we speak to interesting people at the top of their field. Now, Jax explores what makes Martin tick, with insights from his career as a bank executiv…

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DJ SEMTEX: How Hip Hop influences culture 59:26

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Hip Hop is nearly 50 years old. Its influence on culture around the world is profound. Its given hundreds of the most talented musicians a route out of poverty, inspired children from the most disadvantaged backgrounds to shoot for the stars, and offered an avenue for them to express the hardship that many young men and women - particularly from bl…

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BEN MEZRICH: Gamestop - The biggest F@$% you in financial history 1:01:42

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Most of you will have heard about the GameStop saga. Shares in a fledgling company on it's way to oblivian suddenly began to climb against all of Wall Street's expectations. Many Hedge Funds bet against the stock, but Redditors had other ideas. In this podcast we explore the stories, characters; winners and losers behind what was undoubtadly a midd…

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MARK BORKOWSKI: Publicity stunts in 2021; How to grab attention and shape your story 1:11:45

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Publicity stunts often make us think of typical Mad Men with crazy ideas to capture the attention of newspaper editors. Or celebtrities making a fake announcment on Instagram, and retracting it once they've been trending a while. Some say that in 2021, every tweet, post and vlog is a publicity stunt. To be a mover and shaker in industries that trad…

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DOUG ELLIN: The future of TV and the journey of the Emmy Award winning Entourage series 1:17:43

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IT'S BACK FOLKS, or it may be, we don't know yet. But rumours are circulating about a reboot of the Emmy Award Winning TV drama Entourage. In this podcast, Doug Ellin tells us how the parties, cars and girls are but an exaggeration of the life of a Hollywood filmstar and director. And as fun as that sounds, truely great writing - says Doug - has to…

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CAROL LEONNIG: The legacy of the Trump years; The good, the bad, and the insurrection 1:08:26

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The legacy of Trump's years is a hotly debated topic. The debate is a legacy in and of itself. For many, he was the straight talking, bulldozing champion of true America. For others, he was an untrustworthy maverick with little regard for anyone but himself. Our guest in this episode makes no apologies for where she stands on the issue. But make no…

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PROFESSOR NICK MONFORT: Can machines be as creative as humans? Exploring the world of Computer Generated Art 58:07

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Computer Generated art - or Generative Art - is the use of code to instruct a computer to create something. Machines are constantly taking on more roles to make life easier or more enjoyable. MIT Professor, Nick Montfort has focused his research on a machine’s role in artistic expression. In this Podcast, he explores the role that computers could p…

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BRIAN TYLER: Exploring the role of music in making a great film, EPIC 1:05:18

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Music has several roles in film. It helps shape our emotional responses to it. It provides character, and lifts the dialogue. The score, can be the making or breaking of a film, and while many soundtracks become iconic, many of them pass us by in the cinema. In this podcast we explore the making of a great film score, with one of the leading compos…

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RUTGER BREGMAN: Is it human nature to be good or evil? Exploring the evolution of the human race 1:23:54

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The dawn of civilisation is the moment from which we believe everything could only get better. In his latest book though, Rutger Bregman argues this might not be the case. Since then we've innovated war, extreme poverty, food and water inequality, and we've become so densly populated that we harbour and spread diseases across the globe. The catalys…

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BARRY HEARN OBE: The Legendary sports entrepreneur, and the lessons behind his global empire 57:53

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For 50 years, Barry Hearn has built an empire across some of the biggest sports on the planet. He is the owner of World Snooker and World Darts, and his business, Matchroom, has dominated Boxing for decades. He is the master of the fame formula, a marker extrodinare, and a relentless businessman. As he retires we reflect on his rise to domination a…

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DR PARDIS SABETI: Planning for the next outbreak. Insights from a leading scientist on the front line 1:22:24

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She was one of the first Biologists IN THE WORLD to get the call when Covid-19 was discovered. In this podcast we discuss with Leading Computational Genetesist Dr Pardis Sabeti, how the Science world reacted to the virus, how politicians have fared, and what we all need to know if we're to deal with outbreaks in the future.z ABOUT DR PARDIS SABETI …

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#20 Simon Blumlein 53:57

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In a bonus episode to round off Series 2, Dave and James talk to Simon Blumlein about his father Alan Dower Blumlein, the extraordinary man who among others things invented stereo sound. Alan Dower Blumlein was an electronic engineer and one of the most significant inventors in the first half of the twentieth century, being responsible for 128 pate…

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#19 Giles Martin 1:14:43

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This series of The Sound of the Hound ends with an interview with Giles Martin, the Grammy-winning record producer and son of Beatles producer Sir George. With this episode it feels as though we’ve come full circle: Giles was there at the plaque unveiling that we featured in the first episode of the series. And his family has a direct connection to…

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GUY KAWASAKI: Entreprenuers, the challenges ahead, and the changing landscape 1:08:52

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In this podcast, Guy Kawasaki explains ‘I can’t make a case that this is a great time to start a company, but Entrepreneurs are going to start companies, when they want to start companies.’ Though the pandemic has thrown up lots of challenges, it also brings up opportunities.' So what are the key things that Entrepreneurs need to know right now, an…

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COL. CEDRIC LEIGHTON: Power, Democracy and YOU 1:31:09

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Geopolitics, international relations, and the will of powerful individuals are to many - in the West at least - something that doesn't concern them. It's about the goings on of elite 'suits' who speak a unique language designed to give as little information as possible. It's the murky underworld of hackers tapping away in dictoral countries. But wh…

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#18 Adelina Patti 1:02:35

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Bonkers, basically. The story of opera singer Adelina Patti is one of the most eye-popping of all the tales we explore in this series. The saga starts in Madrid, where Patti was born in 1843, before it takes us to Clapham in South London, moves around the world and ends in a haunted castle in Wales. As well as being in possession of a stunning voic…

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FATBOY SLIM: Music's relevance to culture, legacy, and the future 1:37:47

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Some tunes are timeless. Their lyrics resonate across generations, sometimes they go viral 50 years after they were originally released because of the latest dance video craze. Norman Cook A.K.A Fatboy Slim is the author of many tracks that have become generational anthems, and in this podcast we examine why music of all kinds connects with people …

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#17 Nellie Melba 53:15

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Melba toast. Peach Melba. Melba sauce. Why are we listing foodstuffs (and sounding a bit like Alan Partridge in the process)? Because they are all named after the subject of this episode of The Sound of the Hound, Nellie Melba. The soprano was one of the most famous singers of the era – and it was Fred who captured her voice for us to enjoy over 10…

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MAURICE ASHLEY: Win at chess and life, lessons from a Grandmaster 1:12:13

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Chess is rapidly growing in popularity. And with its many relatable qualities to everyday life, we have a lot to learn from the skills needed to play the game. As one of the best chess explainers on the planet, Maurice Ashley tells us about the qualities that he’s learnt over many years perfecting his chess game. That lies and hypocrisy – as in lif…

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#16 William Barry Owen 37:29

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With these episodes focusing on the life and work of the mighty Fred Gaisberg, we may have given the impression that he was his own boss. That would be wrong. Working for The Gramophone Company in London, Fred was answerable to a man called William Barry Owen. In this episode we tell Owen’s story. It was his business acumen and vision that saw The …

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PROFESSOR BRIAN COX. Space: Searching for meaningful answers from the Universe 1:42:49

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Space is an immeasurable void of discovery. Fascinating, incomprehensible, and in so many ways; really, really cool. Never before have humans been so active in it. In this podcast we will explore with Professor Brian Cox - a master explainer on physics and space - some of the big questions lurking in the corners of our Galaxy. What are the chances …

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#15 Sinkler Darby 34:58

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Every hero has a sidekick. And in this episode we tell the story of Fred’s wingman, the wonderfully named William Sinkler Darby. Five years Fred’s junior, fellow American Sinkler was by his boss’s side as he established The Gramophone Company in London and travelled the world to capture sound. Their tale is like a buddy movie: it’s Batman & Robin m…

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SAM BANKMAN-FRIED is the $10 BILLION Man; He’s 29, and it’s all from Crypto 1:31:27

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Cryptocurrencies have shot to stardom in the last decade, popularised by the Bitcoin Boom in 2017. But nearly as soon as it went to the moon, it came crashing back down to Earth. These sharp rises and falls have become synonymous with Cryptocurrencies, sparking many to question their place in the investment world. Still, a lot of people are very we…

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#14 Feodor Chaliapin 59:56

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In this episode we look at the epic – and we mean epic – story of Russian bass singer Feodor Chaliapin. The singer’s relationship with Fred spanned decades, continents, wars and revolutions. It is a tale about music but it is also a tale about the extraordinary power of friendship. And spats. It’s a story about spats. And potatoes. And backstage pu…

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#13 Emma Calve 38:24

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Diva alert! In episode four, Holley and Hall tell the story of the recording of one of opera’s greatest characters, Emma Calvé. Basking in the glory of having captured the voice of the mighty Enrico Caruso in Milan (as outlined in Series One of The Sound of the Hound), Fred goes on something of a recording spree back in London. But he gets more tha…

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#12 To Japan 41:46

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After India, Fred goes to the Far East. But when he arrives in Tokyo in January 1903, he is rocked by some terrible family news. Stuck on the other side of the world, Fred does what he’s done countless times before: he throws himself into his job. Once the crates and crates of equipment are finally released by Japanese customs, he embarks on a reco…

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#11 To India 46:39

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It’s late summer 1902. Fred heads to Tilbury Docks to board the steamer SS Coromandel and set sail for India. His objective? “To open up new markets, establish agencies, and acquire a catalogue of native records,” as he puts it in his diary. And what a trip it is. Accompanied by an assistant called George Dilnutt and a few others, Gaisberg engages …

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#10 Fred's plaque 24:56

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Fred’s back! And he’s got a plaque! The first episode of Series Two of The Sound of the Hound covers the unveiling of a commemorative plaque on the wall of Europe’s first recording studio, opened by Fred Gaisberg in Covent Garden in 1898. The unveiling of the plaque, which is part of the Westminster Council Green Plaque scheme, followed a campaign …

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#0 - Show Synopsis 1:25

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The podcast era has a leading co-anchored show! Jax Jones & Martin Warner deliver an intellectually curious, cross-cultural - insight focused conversations for you the listener. The show is joined by Special Guests who have achieved excellence in their profession on subjects that matter across life, business & art. Jax and Martin aim to unlock the …

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#9 Interview with Joe Boyd 1:07:44

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The first series of Sound of the Hound wraps up with something a bit different: an interview with legendary Pink Floyd and Nick Drake producer Joe Boyd. Just like Fred, Joe is an American who moved to London in his twenties to establish an overseas office for a record company. And just like Fred, he became a recording pioneer. Immersing himself in …

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#8 James Hall on The Industry of Human Happiness 31:05

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Dave interviews James about his novel on the early days of recorded sound, The Industry of Human Happiness. James tells how he chanced upon the adventures of Fred Gaisberg and Sinkler Darby in the sleeve notes of a CD that he bought outside a concert, and how they inspired him to write a fictional account of those heady days of format wars, skuldug…

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#7 The Caruso breakthrough 35:51

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It’s the spring of 1902. Italian tenor Enrico Caruso is due to sing in Covent Garden later in the year, and Fred and Will are still in Milan desperate to record him. Their plan – in what predates the now-ubiquitous music industry ‘360’ marketing deal by over 100 years – is to print the master discs onto shellac and release the records in London in …

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#6 The last castrato 21:44

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Fred and his brother William travel to Milan in 1902 with the aim of convincing opera superstar Enrico Caruso to record for them. However Caruso is busy and non-committal, so the men seek out other forms of sound to record while they wait for an answer. Aiming high, they approach the Pope to ask if he’d be up for recording something (as you would).…

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#5 Russian revolutions (part two) 34:52

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After the mixed success of the recording trip to Russia in 1900, it is a curious decision of Fred’s to return to the country the following year. But back he goes – twice – with a point to prove. Still waiting for that elusive breakthrough, The Gramophone Company has diversified into typewriters and Fred’s not happy. He needs good music, fast. He r…

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#4 Russian revolutions (part one) 27:19

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The first of two episodes following Fred on recording expeditions to Russia. In early 1900, with their bosses dissatisfied with what they’ve recorded to date, Fred and his colleague Sinker Darby are under pressure to find fascinating sounds. Their agents in St Petersburg, charged with finding singers and musicians, are useless and corrupt so Fred a…

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#3 The first propaganda record 22:58

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In the early days of recorded sound, no one can quite figure out the purpose of gramophones. Are they serious bits of kit for replicating music or are they toys? Should gramophone discs play music or comedy or something else entirely? One man trying to work out this conundrum is an American actor called Russell Hunting. An eccentric hustler, Huntin…

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#2 Syria Lamonte, the world’s first female recording star 20:50

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Just weeks after arriving in London, Fred makes the world’s first disc recording of a female singer outside of America. The lady’s name is Syria Lamonte and, according to Fred, she’s a barmaid in Rule’s restaurant, next to his studio on Maiden Lane. Lamonte – real name Sarah Cohen – is an Australian who arrived in London from Sydney in 1896. Her re…

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#1 Fred Gaisberg arrives in London 41:42

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Summer 1898. Fred Gaisberg arrives in London to set up The Gramophone Company at the behest of his American boss Emile Berliner, who invented the flat-disc gramophone. Before Berliner, music only lasted for as long as the notes hung in the air. Now, Fred is under orders to commit as many artists as possible to disc. The recording technology is rudi…