Rick Rubin interviewed by Ian Rogers (Bonus episode)
Sep 05, 2025•42 min•Ep. 135
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Summary
Rick Rubin discusses his book "The Way of Code," which originated from a viral meme about "vibe coding." He explains how the project evolved from a joke to a serious endeavor, influenced by the Tao Te Ching, aiming to introduce timeless wisdom and spirituality to the tech community. The conversation delves into the process of adapting ancient texts, the parallels between vibe coding and creative direction, and the profound implications of AI's lack of belief and emotion compared to human experience.Episode description
In this bonus episode, Ian Rogers turns the tables and interviews Rick Rubin, recently named one of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in AI, about The Way of Code: The Timeless Art of Vibecoding.
Ian Rogers is a pioneering executive whose career spans music, luxury, and crypto, with leadership roles at Beats Music, Apple, LVMH, and now Ledger.
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