Music to the Soul | Dr. Elliot Gann, Today’s Future Sound
Growing up the child of two psychoanalysts, it wasn't much of a surprise when Dr. Elliot Gann succeeded at becoming a well trained clinical psychoanalyst himself. However, his ability to combine his passion for producing music and making beats with his skills as a therapist, did come as a surprise— particularly for parents who had never considered the magic it could work in the lives of their children.
Today, Elliot sits down with Traci to talk about beatmaking therapy and the work done by his organization, Today’s Future Sound. He shares the motivation behind his work and some impactful moments from his time working with students.
Listen in as they get candid about leading a non-profit organization and more. Hear how Elliot is taking an unconventional approach to create space for children and adults alike while achieving personal fulfillment.
Episode Timeline:
[00:09] Intro
[00:58] Meet Dr. Elliot Gann
[04:54] His call to serve: combining psychology and music
[11:37] Today’s Future Sound’s goal
[24:11] Working with students on therapeutic beat making
[34:01] Leading a non-profit
[41:14] Defining his own path and giving back with TFS
[48:03] Elliot Gann’s wish for you
[50:51] Sampling some of Elliot’s music
[53:05]Outro
Resources Mentioned:
Standout Quotes:
“So often we're not asked and kids are not asked in school, What would you like to do? You know, they're told no, no, no. We're trying to say yes, yes, yes, you have a choice, you matter...” -Dr. Elliot Gann [19:55]
“I think that's the value that we really offer when we listen to people. And when we can really hold the difficult moments, the stressful things, and people want to just talk and want to be heard and want that reflected. It's so powerful.” -Dr. Elliot Gann [28:26]
“Even if it's nonverbal, even, it's just through the music making process, and being present and caring, and not being overwhelmed and falling apart. But just being able to listen, I think that's the value that we really offer when we listen to people. And when we can really hold the difficult moments, the stressful things, and people want to just talk and want to be heard and want that reflected. It's so powerful.” -Dr. Elliot Gann [28:17]
Connect:
Find | Sidewalk Talk
At sidewalk-talk.org
On Instagram: @sidewalktalkorg
On Twitter: @sidewalktalkorg
Find | Traci Ruble
At Traciruble.com
On Instagram: @TraciRubleMFT
On Twitter: @TraciRubleMFT
On Facebook: @TraciRubleMFT
Find | Dr. Elliot Gann
At todaysfuturesound.org
On LinkedIn: @todaysfuturesound
On Amazon: @todaysfuturesound
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