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Cody Kai Cast

Cody Kai Cast is a weekly podcast hosted by stand-up comic Cody O’Dell and musician Kai Steines, where comedy, music, and real talk collide. From touring musicians and venue owners, to comics, creatives, and chaos agents—CKC brings honest, unfiltered conversations with real pros living/working in Austin, TX-- The Live Music Capital of the World! No fake PR polish. No therapy speak. Just smart takes, wild stories, and the occasional roast session. Tune in for a show that’s as entertaining as it is

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02:30:49

Jazz Jams, Soul-Selling, & Finite F*cks: EJ Jones...

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2026/02/06

In this epic post-ice storm episode of Cody Kai Cast (CKC51), we sit down with young Austin guitar phenom Elijah Jones (EJ) for a raw, unfiltered chat that spans music mastery, personal growth, and hot-button politics. Fresh off the frozen streets of Austin, EJ shares his journey into the local scene—hitting up Thursdays with Da' Homies, Skylark, and C Boy's—while soaking up wisdom from OGs like Matt Muehling, Blake O'Neal, and more. We dive deep into improv secrets ("If you can

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01:33:38

Maddie Sunshine on Surviving Cancer, Ditching the...

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2026/01/30

Half a century! In CKC50 of the Cody Kai Cast, Austin musician and cancer survivor Maddie Sunshine (Maddie Magnon) joins the show for an honest, heartfelt conversation. Diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer in 2024, she shares her journey through chemo, double mastectomy, radiation, and reconstruction—emerging stronger, sober, and more present than ever.Topics include:Turning off the news and social media for self-preservation (and why that's not apathy)The toxicity of constant online comparison,

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01:29:32

“A Song Is a World”: Bobby Flaco on Art, Adversity,...

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2026/01/23

In this episode of the Cody Kai Cast, Cody sits down with guitarist and Nether Hour frontman Bobby Flaco (@bobflaco13) for a wide-ranging, no-bullshit conversation about music, creativity, and the role pain plays in making art that actually matters.Bobby breaks down why genre doesn’t matter nearly as much as feeling, how a great song creates an entire world for the listener, and why adversity and discomfort often produce the most honest work. From channeling pain into power, to rejecting the idea of

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01:29:29

Drumming Legends, Bruno Mars Vibes & Why Failure...

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2026/01/17

In this electrifying Episode 48 of Cody Kai Cast, we kick off 2026 with powerhouse drummer Daniel Watson! From filling in for Bruno Mars at his Vegas club to touring with icons like the Supremes and Temptations, Daniel drops raw stories, unfiltered advice, and hilarious insights into the music grind. We dive deep into the Austin scene, why character trumps talent, generational gaps in motivation, embracing failure as growth, and the real keys to a lasting career (hint: it's not just

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01:50:48

Zeale on Murder Culture, Creative Risk, and Staying...

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2026/01/09

In Episode 47 of the Cody Kai Cast, Austin artist and creative force Zeale joins Cody and Kai for a wide-ranging, unfiltered conversation about what it actually means to be an artist in public.Zeale breaks down why cancel culture feels temporary, but real-world consequences—what he calls “murder culture”—are permanent, and how context, geography, and power change what artists can and can’t safely say. The conversation touches on Dave Chappelle, taboo, free speech, and why artists instinctively push

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01:50:22

Drumming Hot Takes, Horror Movies, and GOTY with Joel...

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2026/01/09

Drummer Joel Turcotte joins Cody Kai Cast.

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01:49:06

The Slow Drip of a Carrot: Comedy, Power, and Not...

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2025/12/26

In Episode 45 of the Cody Kai Cast, comedian and Delaware State Representative Madinah Wilson-Anton joins Cody and Kai for a wide-ranging, unfiltered conversation at the intersection of politics, comedy, power, and integrity.Madinah breaks down her viral metaphor of “selling out as a virus,” explaining how political power quietly infects good intentions, why ego and access are more dangerous than money alone, and how even grassroots campaigns aren’t immune to corruption. She shares firsthand stories

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01:07:15

Tone, Blues & a Legendary Guitar in Limbo | Nico...

Cody Kai Cast ·

2025/12/20

What happens when one of the most iconic guitars in music history isn’t on display—but sitting in storage?In this episode, Cody and Kai are joined by Nico Little and 17-year-old blues guitarist Rhys John Stygal to unpack the strange reality that Stevie Ray Vaughan’s “Lenny” is currently offstage while awaiting approval to be displayed at Austin’s new flagship Guitar Center.The conversation expands into blues mythology, tone obsession, heavy strings, analog vs digital recording, and the uniquely

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01:04:24

Before & After the Shift | Media, Fear, Influence &...

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2025/12/12

In this guest-free episode of The Cody Kai Cast, Cody and Kai sit down for an unfiltered, wide-ranging conversation—joined throughout by producer Josh Cabaza—covering everything from collective trauma and media fear cycles to food systems, influence culture, propaganda, and what the “American Dream” even means anymore.The trio unpack how events like 9/11 and COVID reshaped society, why fear is such a powerful tool for control, and how public perception is manufactured—from advertising and PR to

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02:00:07

Ernie Lopez: The Discipline, Hustle, and Soul of an...

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2025/12/05

Pianist Ernie Lopez sits down with Cody & Kai for an honest, unfiltered conversation about the craft, grind, and internal battles behind becoming a real musician in Austin.From childhood piano lessons to jazz school to playing for thousands, Ernie breaks down:🎹 Why building relationships matters more than talent😤 How haters and jealousy shape your journey💭 The psychology behind confidence vs self-doubt🎶 What separates musical “skill” from musical feel🤖 Why AI can’t replicate Sinatra🔒 The

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01:07:08

D Madness & Ter’ell Shahid — The Art of Playing...

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2025/11/28

D Madness doesn’t just play music — he channels it.From Kill Tony to C-Boy’s every Tuesday, to writing music without ever seeing it, this episode dives into how he and Ter’ell Shahid create live, improvised music like it’s breathing.We talk creating without rules, what it’s like becoming recognizably famous overnight, taking 15 photos in Buda on a random night, and why D still laughs about never being able to see any of the pictures anyway.If you love soul, jazz, Austin music, or watching musicians

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00:59:56

From Jail to Jokes: Michael Ridley Unfiltered on...

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2025/11/21

Comedian Michael Ridley sits down with Cody for one of the wildest, rawest CKC episodes yet — covering everything from starting comedy straight out of jail, clean comics vs. “clean brands,” crypto, AI insanity, dating in 2025, culture wars, assimilation, conspiracies, testosterone, China, Cuba, politics, modern masculinity, and why the world feels like “the United States of Dissonance.”If you’re into stand-up comedy, truth-telling, and unfiltered conversations — this is the episode.

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01:44:14

Runway Rhythms & AI Dreams: Live from Moda Magic |...

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2025/11/14

The Cody Kai Cast leaves the studio and dives straight into the chaos of a live fashion event for the first-ever CKC live podcast, recorded on-site at the Moda Magic Fashion Show & Multimedia Event in Austin, TX.Cody and Kai set up beside the runway with a rotating cast of creatives, including Amplify EDM founder Kay Coté, who breaks down artist development, the right way to use AI as a tool (not a replacement), and how she helped shape the sound of the night.They’re later joined by Samantha

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01:23:40

BE the Show: Drummer Austin Baker on Ego, Groove, and...

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2025/10/24

Drummer, emcee, and groove architect Austin Baker (@austinbakertx) sits down with Cody and Kai to talk about the real hierarchy of musicianship — entertainer first, musician second, and everything else third. From quitting alcohol to staying booked in the Austin scene, Austin breaks down what separates players who gig from players who get it.🎙️ Topics include:How ego kills gigs (and how to leave it offstage)Finding balance between showmanship and musicianshipSobriety and being “light in dark

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00:42:11

From Classical to Chaos: Alexia Benson on Music...

Cody Kai Cast ·

2025/10/17

University of Michigan-trained pianist, composer, and vocalist Alexia Benson joins Cody Kai Cast for a raw, wide-ranging conversation about the realities of being a woman in music, the line between confidence and narcissism, and the burnout that comes from chasing perfection.From debating Louie C.K.’s take on sexism and the “lizard-brain” roots of bias to riffing on Nick Cage, Bowie, Björk, and the art of improvisation, this episode dives deep into creativity, ego, and the pursuit of authenticity.🎧

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01:57:46

AI, Art, and Anne Frank: When Creativity Gets...

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2025/10/12

In this unfiltered episode of Cody Kai Cast, singer-songwriter Elena Diaz (@frcollective / @elenadiazmusic) joins Cody, Kai, and Josh for a wild ride through art, ego, and the absurd future we’re all hurtling toward.From the line between self-expression and self-delusion, to AI running entire governments, to the kind of “art” that probably shouldn’t exist but somehow does, this one is part comedy, part cultural exorcism.Expect laughs, chaos, and moments of real truth — whether it’s about the glory

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01:34:50

From Soul to Double Platinum | Tomar Williams of...

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2025/10/03

In Episode 33 of Cody Kai Cast, Cody sits down with Austin soul powerhouse Tomar Williams (@tman14g) of Tomar & the FCs (@tomarandthefcs) — fresh off their track going double platinum.Tomar opens up about his journey from the Texas gospel circuit to becoming one of the most electrifying frontmen in modern soul. He shares stories of songwriting grind sessions, how honesty makes the best lyrics, and what it really takes to survive and thrive in the music industry.We talk about the band’s breakout

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01:40:06

Faith, Free Speech & Facing Truths | Kaylyn CKC EP32

Cody Kai Cast ·

2025/09/26

In Episode 32 of Cody Kai Cast, we sit down with Kaylyn (@kaylynluvscats) alongside producer Josh Cabaza to dig into some of the heaviest and most important conversations of our time. From her personal journey through political and spiritual transformation, to raw discussions about men’s mental health, cancel culture, 9/11, conspiracy blind spots, and the price of speaking uncomfortable truths — this episode doesn’t hold back.Kaylyn opens up about finding faith, why people get triggered by

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01:14:42

Uncle Roy & Spice on Music, Balance, and Joy | CKC EP31

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2025/09/20

In Episode 31 of the Cody Kai Cast, Cody and Kai sit down with hip-hop/R&B duo Uncle Roy (@iamuncleroy) and Spice (@spicyindian) — the creative forces behind @haveyouheardus.From their roots at Duke Ellington School of the Arts in DC to sharing the stage with Sir Woman, Roy and Spice dive deep into:🎶 The real process of writing and jamming — from kitchen table vibes to fully produced tracks💬 Why the comments section is both comedy and chaos, and how artists navigate it🌎 Music as a way to

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01:07:57

Dark Humor, Real Pain: Ric Diez on Comedy That Cuts...

Cody Kai Cast ·

2025/09/12

Kill Tony Golden Ticket winner Ric Diez (@sadmanric) joins the Cody Kai Cast for an unfiltered deep dive into comedy, pain, and the wild contradictions of show business.In this episode, Ric talks about:Why his comedy tackles the subjects nobody wants to hear about.How crowds he hates sometimes give him his best sets.The absurd genius of Michael Jackson buying The Beatles’ catalog.Caitlin Clark, clickbait athletes, and the WNBA’s love-to-hate problem.Touring Europe, grinding through Texas stages, and

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