Known for his hard-hitting, funk-rock drumming style, Chad Smith has been inspiring musicians and fans of the Red Hot Chili Peppers for a long time. In his conversation with Alan Cross, Chad talks about the importance of music education in schools, how to take care of yourself physically and mentally as a performer, and what it takes to keep things fresh when creating music. He also shares the experiences that transformed him from a drummer to a musician. And was he attacked by a shark? You’ll have to listen to find out!