In this episode of I'll Ask The Questions Around Here, Dr. Joseph Elisha sits down with Alex Young, daughter of rock legend Eric Burdon of The Animals. Alex opens up about her unconventional upbringing, balancing the weight of her father's fame with a deep commitment to building a grounded, meaningful life. They discuss the emotional toll of growing up with an absent parent, the trials of young motherhood, addiction, and the healing power of music. From her early career in dentistry to her late-in-life pursuit of songwriting, Alex shares a compelling journey of resilience and rediscovery. She even gives us a preview of her first original song. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation about forging identity in the shadow of legacy.

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[00:00:00] Alex Young’s introduction and her connection to Dr. Joseph Elisha

[00:01:55] Growing up in the Coachella Valley and a surreal local experience

[00:03:00] Life as the daughter of Eric Burdon and the absence of a father figure

[00:06:08] Raising a family young and finding a sustainable career in dentistry

[00:08:28] Losing her mother and how it changed her outlook on life

[00:09:14] Returning to music and learning guitar as a creative outlet

[00:11:06] Unexpected on-stage performances with the band War

[00:15:07] Witnessing her father’s induction into the Rock Walk

[00:19:28] Positive memories of her dad and touring with The Animals

[00:22:04] The impact of Eric Burdon’s music and his role in blues history

[00:24:08] Stories about her dad from friends and his wilder days

[00:26:20] Jimi Hendrix connection and personal family myths

[00:29:11] Being the ‘Egg Man’ in the Beatles song and her dad’s take

[00:34:14] How growing up affected her approach to parenting

[00:39:26] Grieving her mother and the emotional significance of belongings

[00:44:55] Periods of homelessness and motivation for career stability

[00:48:32] First time hearing pride from her father about her music

[00:51:11] Her mother’s early life, trauma, and love for Eric Burdon

[00:56:35] Advocacy for mental health and early diagnosis in children

[00:59:51] Live performance of Alex’s original song

[01:02:47] Future musical goals and possible debut album name

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