In this episode of Set Lusting Bruce, host Jesse Jackson is joined by public school teacher Matthew Truesdale. They discuss Matthew's career as an English teacher in South Carolina, his family's musical background, and his journey as a Bruce Springsteen fan. Matthew shares stories from his experiences attending Springsteen concerts and talks about how he incorporates Bruce's music into his classroom lessons. The episode also covers highlights from the recent symposium at Monmouth University celebrating the 50th anniversary of Born to Run, including Bruce's surprise appearance and live performance.
00:00 Welcome to Set Lusting Bruce
00:39 Meet Matthew: A Passionate Educator
01:59 Musical Influences and Family Background
09:00 Discovering Bruce Springsteen
16:24 Teaching and Integrating Music in the Classroom
23:44 Reflecting on a Missed Opportunity
24:00 Student Feedback on Bruce Springsteen
25:10 Discovering the Symposium
26:38 Crafting the Presentation
29:16 The Power of Springsteen's Lyrics
30:27 Presenting at the Symposium
37:49 Favorite Albums and Songs
42:31 The Thunder Road Debate
45:09 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
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