I recently got introduced to the podcasts of WNYC’s Radio Lab by my colleague/friend Nikhil and got hooked to a couple of episodes. Those of you who have been listening to NPR podcasts might have listened to this program already. There is this one episode where Radio Lab’s Jad Abumrad (BTW, this guy has got a good voice that it alone will hook you up to the episode) talking with Zoë Keating, a Cellist who uses live electronic sampling and repetition in order to layer the sound of her cello, creating rhythmically dense musical structures. So the end result is an effect of a full piece orchestra using a single Cello. This is a perfect example of how technology can help creative artists. Check out the interview or download the episode.
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PS: Nikhil also has a post on his favorite podcasts. Check it out if you would like to get introduced to some good podcasts.