Legendary music producer Michael Brauer joins Andrew Scheps for an epic chat. They discuss Brauer's experience living in France, his father's involvement in his life, and his love for playing drums. They delve into his early ventures into sound and recording, working on Sesame Street music, and his experiences with Luther Vandross and Aretha Franklin. They also explore the evolution of mixing records, Brauer's transition to producing, and the challenges of creating an organic sound. They touch on The Beatles' records, building connections with artists, the benefits of Transcendental Meditation, and the importance of addressing hearing loss in the profession.