Brian Grazer

Date: 2019-10-24 | Duration: 2h 7m

Episode Overview

Brian Grazer opens up about his lifelong battle with severe dyslexia and how it shaped his unique approach to creativity and storytelling. Unable to rely on traditional reading, Grazer honed his observational skills and curiosity, learning from people and experiences around him. This perspective fueled his career as a producer and author, emphasizing the power of human connection and emotional insight in his work. He shares how fostering a democratic, collaborative environment helps unlock creativity, highlighting that he’s “in the feelings business,” focused on authentic emotional storytelling. The conversation also delves into Grazer’s passion for jiu-jitsu, which he describes as both a physical and mental discipline that teaches resilience and composure under pressure. He recounts how this practice parallels his creative process, requiring patience and strategic thinking. Additionally, Grazer reflects on his experiences meeting influential figures—from Navy SEAL founders to musicians like Sting—and how these encounters have enriched his understanding of leadership and perseverance. Throughout the episode, he underscores the importance of curiosity, human error, and embracing diverse perspectives as keys to a fuller, more insightful life.

About Brian Grazer

Brian Grazer is a renowned film and television producer and screenwriter, best known for co-founding Imagine Entertainment with Ron Howard in 1986. Over his illustrious career, Grazer has produced iconic films and critically acclaimed television series, earning multiple Academy Awards and Emmys, and establishing himself as a powerhouse in Hollywood. His latest book, "Face to Face: The Art of Human Connection," explores the significance of interpersonal relationships in a digital age, offering insights drawn from his extensive experience in storytelling and collaboration. Grazer's unique perspective on creativity and connection makes him a compelling voice in the entertainment industry and beyond.

Key Moments

– Dyslexia
– Creative Process
– Podcasting
– Jiu-Jitsu
– Intermittent Fasting
– Meditation
– Exercise and Fitness
– Human Connection
– Storytelling
– Mental Health
– Film and Filmmaking
– Music Industry
– Social Dynamics
– Addiction and Recovery
– Technology and Apps
– Cultural Commentary
– Personal Growth
– Historical Events
– Comedy
– Sleep Apnea
0:00:58 – Discussion of Brian Grazer's book A Curious Mind
0:01:27 – Brian Grazer shares experience with dyslexia
0:03:11 – Learning through observation and conversation
0:07:37 – Creating a democratic environment for creativity
0:09:16 – Brian Grazer describes being in the feelings business
0:15:44 – Mention of a great jiu-jitsu master
0:19:03 – Introduction to Made in America concert
0:20:47 – Meeting Navy SEAL who created SEAL Team Six
0:23:45 – Value of human error in learning
0:25:06 – Physical and mental aspects of jiu-jitsu
0:27:09 – Managing nerves and focus in jiu-jitsu
0:30:37 – Recovery story of a stroke patient
0:33:53 – Discussion of L.A. police chief and historical riots
0:39:37 – Charlie Rose encourages writing a book
0:40:14 – Meeting Sting from The Police
0:45:24 – Insights gained from conversations and experiences
0:50:35 – Enjoying podcasting without commercial pressure
0:53:23 – Recognition of scientific approach in conversation
0:58:12 – Millennials and emotional disconnect
1:03:30 – Lunch with music executive Jimmy Iovine
1:09:41 – Discussion on cannabis use and functionality
1:12:51 – Tracking health metrics with apps
1:17:37 – Helping people with substance issues through community
1:21:05 – Intermittent fasting for health and weight loss
1:23:29 – Sober October and accountability
1:27:34 – Health risks of sleep apnea
1:29:16 – Discussion on fat shaming and social impact
1:31:05 – Social dynamics and dating sensitivities
1:33:05 – CRISPR and genetic manipulation
1:34:38 – Bill Maher's views on social shaming
1:36:29 – Exercise routines and core strengthening
1:39:26 – Casual conversation style and rapport
2:00:26 – Thoughts on the film Joker
2:03:29 – Closing remarks and gratitude

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 All right, here we go. What's up, Brian? How are you? Starting point is 00:00:16 Perfect. Sounds perfect. Starting point is 00:00:58 So that was kind of the end product of the first book, which was, it was called A Curious Mind, The Secret to a Bigger Life. Starting point is 00:01:27 I had dyslexia, quite acute dyslexia. Starting point is 00:02:01 say I can't read and then that didn't make sense. It just didn't, Starting point is 00:02:39 around the fourth, fifth, sixth grade, I really looked at people. Starting point is 00:03:11 But it enabled me to learn a lot just by looking at people and talking to people. Starting point is 00:03:56 things i'd go great you have a gift for gab she'd say and and every time she said you're gonna go Starting point is 00:04:39 I never, I'm pretty militant. Starting point is 00:04:52 Something possibly similar to this Starting point is 00:05:07 It wasn't fixable. Starting point is 00:05:36 Do you mean with sentences or with words? Starting point is 00:05:49 But incidentally, when you have dyslexia, it's very hard to learn other languages. Starting point is 00:06:22 mechanism that's causing you to do right to left like do they know what the cause of this is not that i know of not that i know Starting point is 00:07:13 Sit down with you. Starting point is 00:07:37 Because so many times when people get that successful, you insulate yourself with a bunch of other people who do all the calls for you and open all the doors for you and you just kind of you stay insulated and more aloof yeah well thank you Starting point is 00:08:34 relate to me. And I always did everything to create a democratic environment because not that I was such a cool guy, but more like you just get so much more out of a creative person Starting point is 00:09:16 But I always say I'm in the feelings business. Starting point is 00:09:52 So you arrange basically a podcast that no one's listening to. Starting point is 00:10:22 i'd say 15 was no...

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