Chapter 1: Introduction to Season Three

The latest season of the Sing For Science podcast has officially debuted, featuring an exciting episode that combines the talents of musician Jeff Tweedy, recognized for his work with the band Wilco, and Dr. Shimon Edelman, a computational psychologist from Cornell University.

Wilco has achieved notable acclaim and commercial success, particularly with albums such as Yankee Hotel Foxtrot and A Ghost Is Born, the latter winning a Grammy for Best Alternative Album in 2005. The collaboration between Tweedy and Edelman invites listeners to explore the fascinating interplay between music and psychology.

Section 1.1: The Podcast's Concept

Created and hosted by New York musician Matt Whyte, Sing For Science pairs renowned artists with scientists, using a cherished song as a springboard for profound discussions that connect the realms of music and science.

Subsection 1.1.1: Upcoming Guests

This season promises a diverse lineup of guests, including folk icon Arlo Guthrie, who will delve into nutritional anthropology in relation to his classic song "Alice’s Restaurant." Other featured artists include mxmtoon discussing ethnobotany, Nick Kroll exploring pediatric endocrinology, and Isaac Brock from Modest Mouse, alongside mycologist Paul Stamets, who will talk about mushrooms. Further discussions will cover themes like reproductive healthcare, psychiatry, and the intersection of music with scientific disciplines.

Chapter 2: Live Events and Future Episodes

New episodes of Sing For Science will be released every Wednesday. Additionally, Matt Whyte is set to host several live events this fall, including a special series at the MIT Science Museum in Cambridge, MA. On October 25th, the podcast will feature a live conversation with Richard Reed Parry and Susie Ibarra at Public Records in Brooklyn, NY, focusing on cardiology. Perhaps they will even cover "Heart Of Glass" by Blondie.