Rick Rubin on How Walk This Way Brought Hip-Hop Into the Mainstream

Rick Rubin is a legendary music producer and co-founder of Def Jam Recordings who played a pivotal role in bringing hip-hop to mainstream audiences through his work on Run-DMC's groundbreaking 1986 album "Raising Hell," which featured the iconic "Walk This Way" collaboration with Aerosmith. Known for his minimalist production philosophy and ability to bridge genres, Rubin has shaped the sound of hip-hop, rock, and pop music across decades while building one of the most influential independent record labels in history. Joe Rogan had him on the podcast to discuss the intersecting worlds of music, business, history, and culture, drawing from Rubin's unique perspective as someone who lived through and helped create some of the most transformative moments in modern music.