Cody Kai Cast

Two years. Seventy episodes. Countless conversations. This special episode of the Cody Kai Cast is just Cody and Kai reflecting on everything that's happened since recording their very first conversations together in an apartment with a microphone and an idea. They look back on how the podcast started, the lessons learned from over two years of weekly episodes, the Austin music scene, viral po...

Austin hip-hop veterans Tee Double (@terranyjohnson) and Traygod tha MC (@traygodthamc) join the Cody Kai Cast for a deep dive into the culture, history, and artistry behind hip-hop. The conversation explores why hip-hop has more in common with jazz than most people realize, the unique creative energy behind Austin's live music scene, the evolution of freestyle culture, and what separates grea...

Delaware State Representative and comedian Madinah Wilson-Anton returns to the Cody Kai Cast for a wide-ranging conversation on stand-up comedy, politics, crowd psychology, audience connection, open mics, crowd work, authenticity, media, religion, and the similarities between making people laugh and earning their trust. Madinah shares insights from performing comedy across the country while servin...

Austin guitarist Dave Scher (@daveifyoulike) joins the Cody Kai Cast for a deep dive into creativity, improvisation, guitar culture, and life as a working musician in one of the greatest music cities in the world. Dave shares stories from the road with Eric Johnson , discusses sitting in with the Kill Tony Band , reflects on growing up in Austin's evolving music scene, and breaks down what sep...

ATX comedian Robert Tabet joins the Cody Kai Cast for one of the wildest conversations yet — covering Victor Wembanyama’s unreal NBA ceiling, Tom Brady, AI data centers, Epstein, internet surveillance, Gaza, conspiracy rabbit holes, modern dating, COVID narratives, and why society feels increasingly disconnected. The episode swings from hilarious sports debates to genuinely unsettling discussions...

Bassist/keyboardist Ejay Bedford joins the Cody Kai Cast for a deep conversation on Austin’s live music scene, San Antonio culture, D Madness, Kill Tony, Kanye West, AI in music, discipline, bass playing, and the spiritual side of live performance. From stories about playing with top Austin musicians to breaking down why great rhythm sections matter, EJ delivers one of the most insightful music co...

ATX rapper Coota Brown and DJ 912 Nari pull up to the Cody Kai Cast for one of the wildest conversations yet. From the Austin rap scene and why rappers need live bands… to Joe Rogan, Candace Owens, conspiracy theories, independent media, artistic integrity, and questioning authority — this episode goes EVERYWHERE. Topics include: Austin music culture Hip-hop vs live instrumentation Why artists des...

Jimmie Dreams returns to CKC and pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to survive as a working musician—from grinding gigs in Austin to the uncomfortable balance between artistic integrity and getting paid. This episode dives into the realities most artists don’t talk about: why talent alone isn’t enough, how networking quietly drives opportunity, and when “pandering” becomes part of the...

In this episode of the Cody Kai Cast, we sit down with ATX-based R&B vocalist and producer Caleb Lemons to talk artistry, growth, and the hard truths most creatives avoid. From a heated Michael Jackson vs Justin Bieber debate, to the reality of unrealized potential in the music industry, this conversation dives into what actually separates great artists from the rest. We get into mental health...

In this episode, we sit down with Vic Vace—producer, artist, and co-owner of 512 Studios—to break down what it really takes to make it in music. We get into studio culture, why most artists fail, the role of ego in the creative process, and how collaboration separates amateurs from professionals. Vic shares his journey from doing free work to building one of Austin’s most respected studios, along...

Most people think being a great musician is about talent. It’s not. In this episode, bassist Evan Durr and drummer Joel Turcotte of Mild Science break down what actually matters—improv vs structure, why reliability can beat raw skill, and how the best players build something that lasts. This turns into a real conversation about the Austin music scene, creative growth, and why “overnight success” i...

Comedian Bella Carrozza joins the Cody Kai Cast for one of the most layered conversations yet—covering everything from comedy craft and performance psychology to modern dating, attention, and self-worth. From breaking down how rhythm and timing shape stand-up , to unpacking the realities of dating culture, validation, and the attention economy , this episode moves between insight, humor, and unfil...

Nashville-based musician Carly Rogers joins the Cody Kai Cast for one of the most unfiltered conversations yet. From getting banned from an Austin comedy club after rejecting an employee, to breaking down the darker realities of nightlife, harassment, and industry politics—this episode pulls no punches. But it’s not just controversy. Carly dives into:The reality of being a female artist in male-do...

Great musicians don’t chase perfection — they chase reps . In this episode of Cody Kai Cast , guitarist Trent Morgan (@trentmorganmd) joins Cody and Kai for a deep conversation about the real process behind artistic growth: failure, discipline, and showing up even when the performance isn’t perfect. Trent breaks down the mindset shift from chasing the ceiling to raising the floor — making sure you...

In Episode 55 of the Cody Kai Cast, AfroDiziac joins Cody for a wide-ranging, unfiltered conversation on artistry, authenticity, hustle, influence, and the danger of living someone else’s life. From early inspirations in comedy and music to performing with members of the Kill Tony band, Afro reflects on mentorship, mistakes, bombing on stage, and why growth comes from ownership—not imitation. The...

In Episode 54 of the Cody Kai Cast , lead singer and bassist Jennifer Foster (@jenniferfosterandtheaudacity) joins the show for a candid conversation on artistry, identity, and what it really takes to sustain a creative life. Jennifer opens up about trusting intuition through moments of doubt, building confidence while navigating criticism, and the deeply personal impact of her “Love Notes” folder...

Drummer Justin Hights and vocalist/emcee Keezy join the Cody Kai Cast for a conversation that blends musicianship, mindset, and real-life perspective inside Austin’s thriving live music scene. The episode explores the philosophy behind groove and pocket playing, the critical relationship between drums and bass, and why the drummer is often viewed as the “bus driver” responsible for guiding the ban...

Austin rapper and live performer David Shabani pulls up to the Cody Kai Cast for a wide-ranging conversation on hip-hop culture, musical longevity, and what it really takes to carve out a lane as an independent artist. From debating who’s truly “hottest” in hip-hop today to breaking down the difference between bars, impact, and cultural staying power, David shares his perspective as both a fan and...

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 OG...

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 soc...

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 a...

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,...

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 saf...

Drummer Joel Turcotte joins Cody Kai Cast.

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 tha...