Robert Johnson Part 1

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The great Godfather of Rock ’n Roll talks about his so-called deal with the devil, the artists who shaped his sound, where music traveled after he was gone, and shares his thoughts while listening to the sweet sounds of Berry, Clapton, Hendrix, Van Halen, and more.

Truth Serum dares to ask: What would history’s most influential voices say if we could speak to them today?

This is a dramatization built on the foundations of state-of-the-art AI and historical scholarship, we revive figures from the past for open conversations.

Our goal isn’t to learn what they would say, but what they might say—with the full weight of hindsight, context, and a dash of truth serum.

We believe the voices of the past still have something to teach us, that the conversation isn’t over and that the truth is never dead.

Disclaimer: Some vintage advertisements featured in this episode include claims or statements that may no longer be accurate. They are presented solely for their historical and entertainment value.

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This episode contains brief excerpts of copyrighted music used for the purpose of education, analysis, and historical commentary, consistent with U.S. fair use doctrine (17 U.S. Code § 107).

The intent is not to entertain or set mood, but to study and analyze the evolution of rock music, as sparked by Robert Johnson’s pioneering work. Through comparison and commentary, we explore the techniques, styles, and musical innovations Johnson introduced, and how they shaped generations of guitarists across blues, rock, and modern genres.All clips are used in limited duration, are directly tied to critical discussion, and are intended to educate the listener on the lineage and lasting impact of Robert Johnson’s music.