Ed O'Brien in Conversation with Hrishikesh Hirway

Event ID: PP1150944

Mon, Mar 16, 2026 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Venue: Capitol Ballroom ABCD (Downright Austin)

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Summary

Ed O'Brien (Radiohead) discusses the origin of Blue Morpho: The Three Act Play with Song Exploder host Hrishikesh Hirway, and shares an exclusive insight into his newfound creative and spiritual process.

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