[HIGHLIGHT] When a Beatle Walked In… “The Room Changed” - From EP 377

About this episode

Barry Greenfield shares a transformative experience from 1968 involving Ringo Starr and his decision to pursue songwriting over performing.

What happens when a Beatle walks into the room? In this highlight from my full interview with Barry Greenfield—author of All You Need Is Courage —he shares a true story from 1968 that says everything about the presence of Ringo Starr. Barry was in the studio with Harry Nilsson when suddenly… everything changed. But that’s where reality meets imagination. Barry really did audition for Apple Records in 1968—and turned down the chance to be a performer because he wanted to be a songwriter. His book explores the ultimate “what if”: what would have happened if he said yes? This clip captures the moment that inspired it all—when the energy in the room shifted, and nothing else mattered. Listen to Episode 377 - 1968: When Courage Met Opportunity at Apple Records - With Barry Greenfield 🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch 💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: BOOKEDONROCK https://oldglory.com/discount/BOOKEDONROCK ---------- Booked On Rock is part of The Boneless Podcasting Network BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich: BLUESKY FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TIKTOK X Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact…

People in this episode

Host: Eric Senich

Guest: Barry Greenfield

Topics covered

• Beatles
• music history
• songwriting
• interviews
• 1968
• Ringo Starr

Keywords

• Beatles
• Ringo Starr
• Barry Greenfield
• Apple Records
• songwriter
• music history
• 1968

Sponsors

Old Glory

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Apple Records

Books & works: All You Need Is Courage

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