DeepSummary
In this episode, Jay Shetty interviews Benny Blanco, a renowned record producer, songwriter, artist, and author. They discuss Benny's creative process, his approach to failure, and his passion for cooking and hosting. Benny shares how he developed his creativity from a young age by layering sounds using old boomboxes and how his mentor played a pivotal role in shaping his career.
Benny emphasizes the importance of not fearing failure and embracing it as part of the creative journey. He talks about his experience with therapy and meditation, which helped him overcome anxiety and find balance in his life. The conversation also delves into Benny's relationships, his love for cooking and hosting dinners, and the joy he finds in bringing people together.
Throughout the episode, Benny highlights the value of listening to others, being open to different perspectives, and continuously challenging oneself. He encourages pursuing passions with determination and shares his daily routines and habits that contribute to his overall well-being and creativity.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Embrace failure as part of the creative journey and don't let it stop you from pursuing your passions.
- Maintaining a work-life balance and nurturing relationships are essential for creativity and overall well-being.
- Seek out mentors and be open to learning from diverse perspectives.
- Pursue your passions with determination and confidence, even in the face of challenges.
- Create meaningful connections and foster a sense of community through shared experiences like hosting dinners.
- Prioritize self-care practices like therapy, meditation, and exercise to manage anxiety and find balance.
- Continuously challenge yourself and step out of your comfort zone to grow and explore new interests.
- Appreciate the journey and find joy in the process, rather than solely focusing on success or failure.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “I just love, I love that feeling of getting into a conversation with someone.“ by Benny Blanco
- “You always have to keep your work and life balance. And I was like, because you can feel it in the music and art if you don't have love or you don't have something.“ by Benny Blanco
- “I always, I just remember from the beginning, like, my mom was like, I wanted to drop out of school. And, you know, my mom was raising me alone, and it was, I was probably 1516 at the time. And I was like, mom, I know what I want to do. She's like, what do you want to do? I'm like, the music stuff. Like, I'm so into it, and I know, and I looked her in the eye. I go, I know I'm going to be the biggest in the world.“ by Benny Blanco
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Episode Information
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
iHeartPodcasts
4/15/24
How can you overcome the fear of failure?
What can you do daily to care less about failing?
Today, Jay sits down with Benny Blanco for an inspiring conversation about pursuing passions, mentorship, failure, and continuous motivation. Benny has made a huge mark on the music industry contributing to hundreds of millions of album sales worldwide. Benny has worked with A-List artists like Ed Sheeran, Justin Bieber, and Katy Perry. As a solo artist, his albums "Friends Keep Secrets" and its sequel have amassed over 11 billion streams, featuring multiple platinum hits. Beyond music, Benny has ventured into television and even released a cookbook, "Open Wide," showcasing his diverse talents and interests
Benny shares insight on how to not let failure stop you and getting over imposter syndrome. We also go dive into Benny’s life outside of music, exploring his passion for cooking through his cookbook "Open Wide." Plus, Benny talks about his relationships, how he keeps his creativity flowing, and the small joys that make his life special.
In this interview, you’ll learn:
How to pursue your passion with limited resources
How to not let failure get in your way of achieving your goals
How to embrace the unexpected in creative work
How to transition your passion into different fields
How to find joy and creativity in everyday moments
Don't miss this intimate look at Benny Blanco's life and maybe learn a thing or two about making your own multi-track masterpiece or the perfect dish to serve at dinner!
With Love and Gratitude,
Jay Shetty
What We Discuss:
00:00 Intro
03:43 What’s the First Creative Thing You Put Together?
06:15 I Never Cared About Failure
10:33 Developing Amnesia to Failure
14:22 How Did You Meet Your Mentor?
18:10 “The Boy I Mentored”
23:42 How Do You Show Up After a Rejection?
26:51 Love Can Be Felt Through Music
29:56 What Do You Do When You Wake Up?
32:02 Why Do You Struggle with Meditation?
33:28 Why I Went to Therapy
38:25 The Pressure of Perfectionism
44:49 Do You Love to Cook?
47:20 Do You Eat Healthy?
48:47 Finding Comfort in Food
54:42 What’s Your Sleep Pattern?
56:40 Friendships Built Over the Years
59:19 Multigenerational Friendships
01:03:44 Better Relationship After Divorce
01:05:52 Benny on Final Five
01:15:57 What’s Your Vice?
01:17:53 Do You Take Supplements?
Episode Resources:
- Benny Blanco | TikTok
- Benny Blanco | Instagram
- Benny Blanco | YouTube
- Benny Blanco | Twitter
- Benny Blanco | Facebook
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