Episode 363 – David Ruff Talks About Therapy, Rock ‘n’ Roll, and Resilience
- Episode 363 - David Ruff Talks About Therapy, Rock ‘n’ Roll, and Resilience 1:26:24
Main Themes:
- Mental Health and Better Help:
- Introduction to Better Help, an online mental health service offering flexible therapy options.
- Highlights include the ability to change therapists at no cost and discounts for newcomers.
- Over 2 million people have benefited from BetterHelp’s services.
- David Ruff’s Musical Journey:
- Exploration of Ruff’s personal experiences and musical evolution with the bass guitar.
- Discussion of his love for seventies and eighties rock music and distaste for heavy metal.
- Emphasis on musicianship and critique of formulaic bands.
- Music as Therapy:
- The therapeutic role of music during challenging times.
- Insights into Ruff’s friendships and collaborations, including with Sunny James from Hootie and the Blowfish and Jim Sonefeld (Soni) on a storytelling-focused show.
- Musical Influences and History:
- The significance of Memphis in music history and the foundational role of blues in American music.
- Influence of Elvis Presley and British bands in popularizing rock and roll.
- Professional Experiences:
- Ruff’s casino industry experiences in Tunica, Mississippi, including designing a nightclub and museum.
- Anecdotes of holding BB King’s guitar and creating guitars from Clarksdale wood.
- Band Transitions and Community Support:
- Challenges in transitioning from Tara Lane to the Palmetto Sun Band and excitement for its new direction.
- A postponed benefit concert, “Rockin for College,” due to a hurricane, and the strong community support it received.
- Personal Insights and Future Plans:
- Personal music preferences and concert experiences.
- Plans for fostering listener connections and further musical exploration.
Listeners can look forward to a blend of personal stories, musical insights, and the therapeutic power of music, all underscored by David Ruff’s unique journey and experiences.
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