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My Monday Morning: Ludwig Göransson

Oct 11, 2026 · 22m

Summary

Academy Award-winning composer Ludwig Göransson discusses his morning routine, including pre-dawn hikes in Griffith Park and Swedish coffee traditions. He details his process for scoring Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey," which involved recreating ancient instruments like the aulos and lyre. Göransson also reflects on the importance of post-project contemplation and shares insights into his collaborative partnership with his wife, violinist and producer Serena.

Topics discussed

Introduction to Ludvig Göransson and his achievements Sponsorship segments for Accenture and Anthropic Morning routine: waking up, hiking, and coffee Swedish fika culture and breakfast preferences Listening habits: demos, new music, and podcasts Challenges and rewards of scoring films Collaborating with Nolan and Coogler Sponsorship segments for Indeed and USA Facts Researching and recreating ancient instruments for The Odyssey The unique sound and history of the Aulos The importance of post-project reflection Memories from filming The Odyssey: fires and travel Where awards are kept and future goals Collaborating with wife Serena and marriage secrets Closing remarks and final sponsorships
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