Robert Johnson
Mentioned in 6 analyzed podcast episodes across 6 shows
A Delta blues musician who died in 1938 at age 27, Johnson is historically significant as the retroactively designated first member of the "27 Club" and is central to music folklore due to the legend of his sudden guitar mastery, often attributed to a mythological deal at the crossroads with the devil. He is discussed in podcasts examining music history, cultural mythology, and the "27 Club" phenomenon. Johnson is also referenced in a personal context as the grandfather of podcast host Dan Harris, used as an example of how unmanaged stress and anger can affect family patterns across generations.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
10% Happier with Dan Harris · Feb 22, 2026
How To Increase Performance By Working At Your Edge -- Plus A Quick Hack For When Panic or Anxiety Swells
“Harris's grandfather; example of how unmanaged stress and anger can manifest across generations and life trajectories”
Fringe Beyond Limits · Feb 16, 2026
Forever 27: Coincidence, Curse, or Cultural Trap
“Delta blues musician who died at 27 in 1938; retroactively labeled first 27 Club member, associated with crossroads devil mythology”
One Song · Feb 5, 2026
The White Stripes' "Seven Nation Army"
“Delta blues pioneer whose influence permeates the song's lyrical themes and slide guitar techniques”
Unexplained · Jan 30, 2026
Season 09 Episode 10: Me and the Devil Blues
“Blues musician whose sudden mastery of guitar and early death at 27 is central subject of episode analysis”
Short History Of... · Jan 19, 2026
Nikola Tesla
“Editor of Century magazine and Tesla's close friend who provided intellectual salon and social support during Tesla's peak years”
Get Obsessed : With Living Your Best Life · Nov 30, 2025
Becoming A Genuis
“Disciple of Carl Jung; scholar of shadow behaviors whose work on liberation from social hypnosis is cited by Justin”