Topic: Hard Rock Cafe

Adam Curry recounts the perks of his early fame, such as receiving free meals and swag at the Hard Rock Cafe in the 1980s. He explains how his MTV background helped him in business meetings but also required him to apologize for technical failures. Now in his 60s, he enjoys being recognized from the Joe Rogan Experience and podcasting, which often results in better seating at restaurants.

An anecdote about photographer Jim Marshall describes his aggressive methods for protecting his intellectual property. Marshall, famous for his iconic photos of Jimi Hendrix and other rock stars, reportedly confronted people who used his work without permission.