Ryan Meets World

Atticus Roness (Recording Artist/Songwriter) talks about bringing real rock & roll energy into the modern music world, without just copying the past. Atticus breaks down his upcoming album Rock ’n’ Roll Hit Parade, working with Will Turpin of Collective Soul, chasing big hooks, building eras like Bowie and Taylor Swift, and why he’s drawn to the “’90s-’60s” sound of bands like Oasis, Nirvana, Third Eye Blind, Blur, Supergrass, The Lemonheads, and more.We also get into sobriety, meeting Noel Gallagher in London, the difference between background music and music that demands your attention, songwriting as therapy, nutrition, health, and what it means to be an independent artist trying to carve out your own lane.Follow Atticus Roness:https://www.instagram.com/stories/atticusroness/Follow Ryan / Music Row Hideout:https://www.instagram.com/ryanmeetsworldpod/

Caroline Romano joins Ryan Meets World to talk about her new EP It Took Me Falling, the shift from heartbreak songs to real love, and the alt-rock/emo/pop influences that shaped her sound, from Paramore and My Chemical Romance to Taylor Swift and Queen.

Justin C. Key is a psychiatrist and author of The Hospital at the End of the World, a sci-fi medical thriller about artificial intelligence, healthcare, and the fight to keep medicine human.In this episode, Justin C. Key joins Ryan Poole to talk about the strange and complicated future of AI in medicine.The conversation explores where artificial intelligence could genuinely help doctors, where large language models can go wrong, and why human judgment, empathy, and patient care still matter.Justin also shares the story behind The Hospital at the End of the World, including why he set the novel in New Orleans, how he imagined an AI-dominated medical future before ChatGPT became mainstream, and how his background in psychiatry shaped the book’s ideas about medicine, technology, spirituality, and healing.The conversation also gets into what psychiatrists actually do, the difference between psychiatry and therapy, schizophrenia, mental illness stigma, medication, family members trying to help loved ones from the outside, and why people with serious mental health conditions are more often victims of violence than perpetrators.Along the way, Ryan and Justin also discuss microplastics, LaCroix, Spindrift, alternative medicine, the “woo woo” side of health culture, Harry Potter, Michael Crichton, medical school, sci-fi storytelling, and why school stories are such a powerful way to explore big ideas.This episode is for fans of science fiction, medical thrillers, AI ethics, psychiatry, mental health conversations, speculative fiction, horror, and stories about the future of healthcare.Featuring Justin C. Key, author of The Hospital at the End of the World.

Grammy Award Winning Photographer Alan Messer shares unbelievable first-hand stories about working around John Lennon, George Harrison, Johnny Cash, Jimi Hendrix, David Bowie, Iggy Pop, Ravi Shankar, Merle Haggard, Dwight Yoakam, Tanya Tucker, Steve Earle, Robert Duvall, and many more. He talks about how he got his start with Beatles photographer Dezo Hoffman, what it was like being a young photographer in London in the late ’60s, and how he eventually became one of Nashville’s most respected music photographers.We also get into:The time John Lennon told him to get out of his chairHow George Harrison picked him out of a crowd of photographersWhat it was like working with Johnny Cash for decadesThe difference between shooting on film vs. digitalAlbum covers, iconic images, and what makes a great photographHow Alan helped shape the visual history of Nashville musicGuest: Alan MesserWebsite: alanmesser.com

Jonathan Wyndham is an artist and producer from Nashville, Tennessee. He has toured and recorded as a session guitarist for artists like Jessie James Decker and Colbie Caillat. In 2014 he gained notoriety as a contestant on The Voice Season 7. In 2020, he shifted his focus to his own music, releasing his debut album the following year.

2018 GRAMMY® Award winners The Infamous Stringdusters aren’t just bluegrass legends, they’re still pushing the genre forward.Andy Falco and Jeremy Garrett sit down with Ryan Poole for a wide-ranging conversation about the future of music, the rise of AI, creative evolution, and what it takes to stay inspired after decades on the road.They dive into the making of their album 20/20, the balance between tradition and innovation, and why bluegrass, both old and new, continues to move people in a rapidly changing world.This is a conversation about legacy, risk, technology, and the simple joy of the jam.

Who Is Chloe? opens up about leaving her marriage, facing a cancer diagnosis, losing her mother, and starting over in pursuit of her own music. A powerful conversation about grief, identity, and finding the courage to live honestly.

What happens when a grown man writes Mr.Rogers a letter asking, “Would you be proud of me?”. For journalist Tim Madigan, that single act of vulnerability led to an extraordinary friendship with Fred Rogers, one that changed his life forever.In this deeply moving conversation, Tim talks with Ryan about the real Mister Rogers: not the TV icon, but the man whose empathy, presence, and compassion transformed countless lives behind the scenes. Tim shares the story of the famous “I’m proud of you” letter, how Fred responded to shame and pain without judgment, and why those four simple words became a turning point in his struggle with depression, childhood wounds, and self-worth.Whether you grew up watching Mister Rogers or you’re hearing Tim’s story for the first time, this episode is a reminder of the universal human need for affirmation, honesty, and connection

Chris Cron quit music until one day fate intervened. In a few short years he went viral, and got a life-changing call from John Stamos inviting him to perform with The Beach Boys.This is the story of the moment that brought everything full circle, from his childhood love of their music to singing “Good Vibrations” with his family watching from the crowd.We dig into:• Beach Boys history & vocal magic• the viral clip that changed everything• burnout, reinvention, and faith• Nashville’s music grind• what it’s like backstage with The Beach Boys• the moment Chris saw his dad smiling in the audienceA powerful, hopeful story for anyone who loves music, nostalgia, and second chances.

Jacob Tolliver’s life reads like a music fairy tale. A kid obsessed with old records somehow ends up becoming friends with Willie Nelson, The Beach Boys, Jerry Lee Lewis, Mick Jagger, and more. In this episode, Jacob shares the unbelievable true stories of sneaking backstage, going viral in a hardware store, playing in Elvis’s suite, landing in the Full House creator’s mansion, and eventually becoming Jerry Lee Lewis’ final protégé. This one is wild from start to finish.

moony joins Ryan for a deep conversation about creativity, identity, and what it means to make real art in a moment when AI-generated music is climbing the charts. While the viral AI country artist Breaking Rust hits #1, Moony spent 60 days completely offline to create his most authentic album yet.They talk about the pressure artists feel to constantly post, why stepping away from the internet changed Moony’s creative process, how chart manipulation works, and what happens to the music industry as algorithms begin to shape taste and culture.This episode is about slowing down, finding your voice, and making meaningful work in a world that rewards speed over substance.

Beatles Drumming Expert JOE MONTAGUE reveals the secret human instinct behind every legendary song, and why AI will never truly make great music.Joe Montague is a drummer, creator of "All You Need Is Drums", and host of "That Recording Podcast" known for bringing The Beatles’ legacy to life for modern audiences. From the hidden basements of Liverpool to Abbey Road, Joe has spent years studying not just how The Beatles played, but why their music still moves us.He explains:◼️The hidden “Beatles world” still alive in Liverpool today◼️Why AI can copy sound, but never soul◼️The cultural clash between British realism and American optimism◼️How overthinking kills great music (and how to stop)◼️What every artist must protect in the age of artificial creativity🎧 Listen to the full episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube.

Was The Beatles’ success pure magic, or a perfect storm of timing, talent, and Liverpool grit? Liverpool insider Dale Roberts is a professional tour guide, Beatles expert, and co-owner of George Harrison’s childhood home (the only Beatles house you can rent on Airbnb!). Dale reveals the unbelievable story of his life in the Beatles industry and the deeper forces that shaped the world’s greatest band.Discover the stories behind:George Harrison's House: The wild tale of how a humble Liverpool home became a crucial Beatles rehearsal space and how he accidentally became a local co-owner, giving fans an exclusive experience.The Perfect Storm : Was it supernatural? Or was it the logic of Liverpool? Dale breaks down how John Lennon and Paul McCartney's shared grief and their environment forged their bond and created the band's magic.Rock & Roll & Black History: An unexpected deep dive into how Liverpool’s history as a port involved in the slave trade indirectly delivered rhythm and blues to the city's docks, paving the way for the British Invasion.Oasis & The End of Cultural Happenings : Dale details his personal, incredible journey to see the "Oasis Live 25" reunion at the Rose Bowl in Los Angeles and reflects on why Liam & Noel, like The Beatles, are rare, unifying, worldwide musical moments.From Fan to Expert : How Dale went from a stay-at-home dad obsessed with The Beatles to a security guard at The Beatles Story and the only person to ever run scheduled tours of the legendary Cavern Club.Paul McCartney's 20-Minute Miss : Dale shares the agonizing, hilarious story of how he missed meeting Paul McCartney during the famous 2018 Carpool Karaoke shoot—not once, but twice—all thanks to a warm can of beer!Paul McCartney's Get Back Tour 2025 : Ryan shares the most incredible concert experience of his life.Don't forget to like and subscribe!The Beatles, George Harrison, Paul McCartney, John Lennon, Liverpool, Cavern Club, Beatles Tour, George Harrison House Airbnb, Oasis, Carpool Karaoke, British Invasion, Lost History

Konnor Dolberry from The Band Light joins Ryan to share the truth behind their biggest show yet — opening for Louis Tomlinson of One Direction.We dive into what fame actually feels like on the inside, how the band went from working day jobs in Nashville to being managed by the Jonas Brothers’ dad, and why staying grounded and protecting their friendship matters more than ever.We go deep into artist development, burnout, brotherhood, therapy, and the moments that change everything.Topics:Opening for Louis Tomlinson & lessons from the roadThe myth of “making it” in musicArtist development with the Jonas GroupWhy bands fall apart, and how TBL is fighting to stay togetherThe emotional cost of chasing your dream

The true story behind Lay Zhang’s hit ‘Other Side’. How a song written in a hotel room in LA somehow went on to break the music charts in China & go 'Gold' in just 47 minutes!Songwriter Mark Siegel joins me to share the wild true story behind Lay Zhang’s (张艺兴) “Other Side.”In this episode we talk about how a simple demo became a national hit, selling over 500 thousand copies in under an hour, what it’s like working with Lay Zhang’s team, and what the experience taught us about songwriting, production, and the power of real fans.🎙 Guest: Mark Siegel — songwriter/producer/composer for Lay Zhang, Nickelback, MENA & more🎧 Host: Ryan Poole: producer & engineer based in Nashville📍 Recorded at The Hideout Studio

The journalists behind Murder on Music Row join me to unpack the 1998 killing of David “Skull” Schulman, the outlaw who ran Skull’s Rainbow Room in Printer’s Alley.They share the untold story of Nashville’s Gatsby—how he built its wildest club, the night he was murdered inside it, and why the case deserves a second look.True crime, music history, and the secrets that still echo through Printer's Alley.

Paul Tremblay is the New York Times bestselling author of A Head Full of Ghosts, The Cabin at the End of the World, Disappearance at Devil's Rock, and Horror Movie. In 2023, M. Night Shyamalan adapted Cabin... into the film Knock at the Cabin starring Dave Bautista & Rupert Grint. Tremblay's work has won the Bram Stoker, Locus, and British Fantasy Awards and earned praise from Stephen King himself:"A Head Full of Ghosts scared the living hell out of me, and I'm pretty hard to scare." -Stephen KingIn this wide-ranging conversation, we dive into:•The blurred line between schizophrenia and possession (and why it might be scarier to never know the difference.)•Ambiguity vs. twist endings and what really happened when M. Night Shyamalan adapted The Cabin at the End of the World.•The Thin Kid's brutal transformation in Horror Movie, how victims can become monsters, and what makes us keep watching.•Why "Perfect" art might kill creativity and why embracing imperfection could be the last human defense against AI.•The seven-hour deposition that nearly broke him. Iinside Paul's fight against ChatGPT and AI companies training on authors work without permission.

A record deal turned a million-dollar year into a $40 check—and it made him a lawyer. Ryan Schmidt (entertainment attorney, ex-artist, The Voice S3) breaks down how fine print steals your lunch, why he refuses 100% AI-generated acts, and what’s actually coming with AI lawsuits, deepfakes, and artist protection. We trade war stories, get practical about hiring a lawyer without burning cash, and talk about beating AI by leaning into the human mess—tape, live rooms, and imperfect takes.We get into:•The clause that turned 15% royalties into 15% × (30 / 5,000,000)•How to actually hire an attorney: retainers, flat-fees, and when to put them on the thread•Timbaland/Suno remix drama & the “just because you can, doesn’t mean you should” line•Why ChatGPT contracts miss killer boilerplate (governing law, venue, conflicts)•Deepfakes & the law: Tennessee’s Elvis Act, the proposed NO FAKES & TRAIN Acts•Labels vs. AI: what majors will license, and why indies shouldn’t expect a big payout•Beating AI with human imperfection: tape machines, live rooms, fewer edits•Law school mindset shifts, choosing battles, and staying “the neighbor you want a beer with”•Starter resources: Passman (with caveats), Ari Herstand, Emily White, Schmidt’s Foundation appGuest: Ryan Schmidt, Esq — IG: @ryanschmidtesq Site: https://www.ryanschmidt.esq/Host: Ryan Poole — @ryanmeetsworld

Quinn Eaton thought he was applying to be a songwriter. Instead, he became a writer & podcast host for Whiskey Riff, one of the internet’s go-to destinations for country music and culture.After writing 4,500 articles, Quinn knows the drama, the hustle, and the reality of country music like few others. With a dry wit and insider’s perspective, Quinn shares what it’s really like to build a career chronicling one of America’s most passionate—and polarizing—music industries.In this episode we uncover:The bizarre way Quinn stumbled into his career (and why it almost never happened)What it’s really like to write 6 stories a day without burning outThe hate mail that went too far — and the insult he’ll never forgetHow country stars reveal their biggest secrets when the cameras are offWhy Nashville’s biggest drama never makes the headlinesThe terrifying truth about AI writing and the one thing it can’t replicateThe therapy experiment that changed Quinn’s perspective foreverThis is the untold story of how one man became Nashville’s reluctant insider — and what it really costs to turn gossip, music, and culture into a full-time job.

Geoff Duncan is a producer/songwriter who used AI to finish an album for America’s Got Talent star Nightbirde after her tragic passing from cancer. In this conversation, we dive into the ethics and future of AI, creativity in the age of machines, and the doomsday scenarios surrounding it's rise. Geoff also shares stories from playing shows across China and Indonesia, the struggle of surviving loved ones with cancer, and what it means to hold onto the soul of music.