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System of a Down’s Serj Tankian on Turning Passion Into Purpose

5 March - 1 hour 6 mins
Podcast Series Finding Mastery with Dr. Michael Gervais

How do the best in the world channel the intensity of their emotions—like frustration, anxiety, and love—into creative power that impacts the world?

Serj Tankian is a Grammy-winning artist, activist, and frontman of the iconic rock band System of a Down. Known for his dynamic vocals and thought-provoking lyrics, Serj blends creativity, activism, and mindfulness into his music, poetry and art – all with the goal to inspire change, advocate for justice, and explore the depths of human emotion.  

In this conversation, we explore how Serj transforms emotional tension into creativity and clarity. We dive into his early days growing up as a first-generation Armenian American, the profound influe...

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