Jack and Ryan sit down with legendary tastemaker Chris Douridas — the iconic KCRW host often hailed as one of the last great curators of modern music. Douridas reflects on his journey shaping the Los Angeles music scene, his philosophy on what makes a great song, and shares the remarkable story of how he personally introduced Burt Bacharach to Elvis Costello, sparking a celebrated collaboration. He also revisits the moment he first championed Beck, helping to bring a groundbreaking new voice to the world stage. From spotlighting fresh voices to connecting musical legends, Chris reveals rare insights into the art of curation and the evolving role of the tastemaker in an era dominated by algorithms.
Hosts: Jack Conte, Ryan Lerman
Guest: Chris Douridas
Executive Producer: Ryan Lerman
Production Managers: Rachel McGowan, Phineas Alexander
Audio: Jack Light
Video: Phineas Alexander
Theme Music Mixed by: Caleb Parker