In this interview, Professor Tim McKenry (Australian Catholic University) goes deeper about his article, "Why Do We Stop Exploring Music As We Get Older?". While most music fans would say, "That's not me," we learn that it's more prevalent in our lives as we age than we realize. Where nostalgia and familiarity breed comfort, we're encouraged to remain engaged with art that challenges our tastes.

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