The Gracious Two - LIVE Show 075 - Theodore Gibbons

The Gracious Two, Chad Gracey & John Rotolo discuss their ages and grooming habits, including a plan to grow beards for No Shave November. They then watch a clip of a congresswoman AOC criticizing Elon Musk’s intelligence, finding it amusing and questioning her credibility. The conversation shifts to the Super Bowl halftime show, with the hosts expressing disappointment in the performance and the perceived need to explain its symbolism.

The podcast starts with a discussion about inappropriate online ads and the state of Social Security. It then shifts to Bud Light’s controversial commercial and the transgender debate, highlighting the absurdity of some societal norms. The conversation concludes with the introduction of Theodore John Gibbons, a drummer, sound therapist, PA and so much more who discusses his musical journey and his work in healing and sound therapy.

Sound therapy is discussed as a means to release stored emotions, both positive and negative, with the body serving as a repository for these feelings. The conversation then shifts to Teddy’s experience working as a production assistant on the TV show “Person of Interest,” highlighting the challenges of filming in New York City. Finally, the discussion turns to the exciting development of Netflix’s new production facility in Monmouth County, New Jersey, which is expected to bring significant benefits to the film industry.

Teddy recounts his experience working on a film with Tom Waits, highlighting his efforts to procure a guitar for him. He expresses a lack of starstruckness around actors but a deep admiration for musicians like Waits. The conversation then shifts to psychedelic drugs, with JRo advocating for their use as a potential deterrent to harder drug addiction.

The conversation discusses the joys and challenges of working on movie and TV sets, likening it to a shared adventure with a close-knit crew. It also touches on the impact of long work hours on personal relationships and the camaraderie that forms among cast and crew members. The conversation then shifts to a humorous anecdote about the narrator’s mother and girlfriend partying with the band Live backstage, much to the narrator’s surprise and amusement.

JRo recounts an embarrassing incident from his youth where he interrupted a party backstage at a LiVe concert at Starland Ballroom, causing a scene and missing out on a potential good time. He expresses regret for letting his emotions get the best of him and acknowledges the missed opportunity. The podcast then shifts to music, with the guys discussing Teddy's past bands, his love for playing drums and his desire to play music again, even if it’s in a tribute band.

The guys reminisce about the active music scene in New Jersey, where Teddy played in multiple bands and JRo frequented a warehouse filled with rehearsal studios. They highlight the collaborative nature of LiVe's early albums, particularly “Samadhi,” and discuss the absence of click tracks during recording. JRo also mentions his brother’s band, “Lilies of David,” and their new single Skin & Bones available everywhere.

The podcast discusses the evolution of drumming techniques, particularly the use of click tracks and the importance of timing and feel in music. It highlights the contrast between drummers who play strictly on the beat and those who add a subtle push or pull, emphasizing how this subtlety can greatly impact the overall sound and emotion of a song. The conversation also touches on the influence of technology on music production and the importance of maintaining a natural, organic feel in drumming.

A discussion about a powerful performance by Toni Cornell is followed by an interview with Teddy Gibbons, who discusses his interests in drums and psychedelics. The conversation then shifts to conspiracy theories and the possibility of using sound frequency to build structures like the pyramids. The hosts discuss the idea that the universe is a simulation and share a CIA document about Hemi Sync, a technique that uses sound frequencies to alter brain waves.

The hosts discuss the possibility of ancient Egyptian artifacts in the Grand Canyon and the existence of pyramids in China. They also mention the South African government’s controversial land reform policies and the high cost of eggs in the United States. The hosts conclude by thanking the audience and teasing upcoming guests and topics for future episodes.

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