A Song Called Life

In Episode #272, Nashville-based singer-songwriter Caleb Hearn joins Osi to talk about his latest album, LEAVE THE WORLD BEHIND. They also discuss how early trauma and life’s hardships can shape a creative outlet, the challenge of staying authentic in an industry that often rewards persona, and more.

In Episode #271, Osi is joined by Icelandic singer-songwriter Ásgeir to talk music, particularly his latest album, Julia. They also discuss what it means to Ásgeir to be so deeply embraced by his home country, his past life as an athlete, his creative process, and more.

In Episode #270, Osi sits down with rapper ANoyd to discuss his latest album wtfip?, balancing fatherhood with a creative career, developing his unique style as an artist, honoring the craft, and more. ANoyd, born Dashorn Whitehead, is a prominent hip-hop artist from Bloomfield, Connecticut, known for his powerful storytelling and dynamic stage presence. Growing up with a reggae artist father, ANo...

In Episode #269, songwriter and recording artist William Jones joins Osi for a wide-ranging conversation about music and the music industry. They explore lessons learned from their experiences in the industry, whether art can truly be separated from the artist, how AI may shape the future of songwriting, and more.

In Episode #268, Osi sits down with musician Wormy to talk about his new album, Shark River. They discuss how writing songs about the people closest to you can affect real-life relationships, how humor fits into the songwriting process, and more. Wormy is the solo project of Noah Rauchwerk, a Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter and touring drummer for Samia. His new album, Shark River, is out now on...

In Episode #267, Osi is joined by artist and producer, Khushi. They discuss the process behind his latest album Love Songs & Other Lies , dealing with perfectionism as an artist, the unique ways that being a producer makes you a better artist, and more. Khushi is a British-Indian artist and twice Grammy-nominated producer from London. His debut album Strange Seasons was described as a ‘mini ma...

In Episode #266, Osi sits down with singer-songwriter Daphne Gale to talk about her latest album, Quietude. Their conversation covers the personal experiences that shaped the record’s concept, along with Daphne’s evolving musical journey. Daphne Gale is a singer, songwriter, and composer based between Brooklyn and Berlin. With a sound that feels both new and familiar, sophisticated and uncluttered...

In Episode #265, rapper and musician Travis Thompson sits down with Osi for a wide-ranging conversation about music and life. They talk about his latest album, LIFE IS THE SCARIEST MOVIE , the often-overlooked Pacific Northwest music scene, the lessons he’s picked up along the way in his career, and more.

In Episode #264, Osi sits down with investigative journalist and author Benjamin Wallace to talk about Satoshi Nakamoto, the mysterious creator of Bitcoin who seemingly vanished from society. They unpack Ben’s 15-year journey chasing the truth, what we actually know today, and why Satoshi Nakamoto’s anonymity still matters.

In Episode #263, Osi is joined by author and journalist Katherine Stewart to discuss her research into the increasingly visible and influential Christian nationalist movement in the United States. What dangers does this movement pose? Who is funding it? Who are the key players? They answer these questions and more. Katherine Stewart is an American journalist and author who writes extensively about...

In Episode #262, Osi is joined by author Alexander Douglas for a philosophical conversation on identity. Why are we obsessed with “finding ourselves”? What happens when the identity we’ve built for ourselves starts to fall apart? Is identity actually getting in the way of love, peace, and connection? They tackle these questions and more. Link to Against Identity: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/45...

In Episode #261, musician Mato Wayuhi returns to the podcast for a wide-ranging conversation with Osi about music, creativity, and culture. They dissect Mato’s new album BYGONER , exploring the creative process behind it, discuss the importance of authentic Native representation in media, and more. Mato Wayuhi is an Oglala Lakota artist originally from Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Alongside creating...

In Episode #260, Osi sits down with producer and beatmaker DJ L for a wide-ranging conversation about music’s past, present, and future. They discuss and acknowledge the architects of the Chicago drill sound, the producers who’ve shaped hip-hop the most, and whether AI represents the next natural evolution in music, or an existential threat to the art form. DJ L is a Chicago-based producer and bea...

In Episode #259, Osi is joined by international security specialist Steven Holland to discuss what it truly takes to operate and survive the most dangerous places on the planet. Steven shares how his military background shaped his path into private security, firsthand insight from his work in conflict zones such as Gaza and Ukraine, and more. Steven Holland is a security professional with extensiv...

In Episode #258, rapper Drizzy Tae returns to the podcast for a wide-ranging conversation with Osi about the artistic process. How do you find inspiration when you feel tapped out? How does a young artist navigate the industry without losing themselves? They dig into these questions and more.

In Episode #257, Osi is joined by humanitarian and firefighter Amanda Ainsworth to discuss her evolution from an everyday citizen into a frontline responder supporting major humanitarian crises across Europe. They discuss the experiences that compelled her to take action independently, her time in refugee camps and how it has profoundly changed her perspective, how the growing nationalist sentimen...

In Episode #256, Osi sits down with visual artist and illustrator FRKO RICO for a wide-ranging conversation. What does getting your big break as an artist look like in real time? How do you balance creative freedom with family life? What does “selling out” actually mean? And is AI something artists should be worried about? Osi and FRKO tackle these questions and more. FRKO, also known as Freako Ri...

In Episode #255, Osi sits down with renowned epidemiologist Michael Osterholm to talk about why it’s so important to start preparing now for the next pandemic. How did politicians and the scientific community fall short during COVID 19, and what lessons do we need to take with us moving forward? When might the next pandemic happen? Osi and Michael dig into these questions and more. Link to The Big...

In Episode #254, Osi talks with philosopher Charlotte Blease about how artificial intelligence is disrupting and redefining the future of healthcare. They ask the questions everyone’s wondering about: Could AI eventually replace doctors? Are physicians already turning to tools like ChatGPT to help diagnose patients? And what ethical concerns come with relying on machines to make decisions about hu...

In Episode #253, Osi sits down with journalist David J. Lynch to unpack how globalization reshaped the lives of American workers. They revisit the 1990s, a pivotal decade when policy decisions and global market shifts set the stage for today’s economic and cultural divides. Lynch explains how political missteps and a lack of support for displaced workers left entire communities struggling to adapt...

In Episode #252, Osi sits down with Gary Tyler, who shares his remarkable story of survival and hope after spending 41 years in prison for a crime he did not commit. They revisit the day everything changed, the shooting that led to Gary’s wrongful conviction, and the unbearable weight he carried as a 17-year-old sentenced to death. Gary also reflects on how he found purpose, forgiveness, and freed...

In Episode #251, Osi sits down with author and consultant Bree Groff for a wide ranging conversation about work culture in America. The discussion touches on generational differences in attitudes toward work between Boomers and Millennials, how corporate culture has shaped small businesses, how artificial intelligence is poised to transform the future of work, and more. Bree Groff is a workplace c...

In Episode #250, Osi sits down with music mogul Jimmy Kang, one of the most influential executives in the hip hop and music industry. Jimmy shares his journey from his Korean roots to becoming a powerhouse in the entertainment business, offering unique insights into what it takes to succeed in today’s competitive music scene. He breaks down the realities that independent and up-and-coming artists...

In Episode #249, Akinola Pedro returns to the podcast for a wide-ranging conversation on music. They discuss the importance of having support at a young age to pursue a career in music, the recent decline in hip hop popularity, the challenges of being a multi-genre artist, and more. Akinola Pedro began his career in 2016. Born in Washington, D.C. to Nigerian parents, he carries a rich heritage of...

In Episode #248, cultural historian Tiffany Jenkins joins Osi to discuss the rise and fall of private life. As social media, surveillance, and the pressures of constant openness reshape our daily lives, Tiffany and Osi grapple with a timely question: Can private life survive the demands of the twenty-first century? They also discuss why it is crucial to recognize that privacy is a man made concept...