The Young God: The Podcast

"AI is best used as a tool, not a crutch— not the beginning and end of your thinking process. AI should be an extension of your human experience. Not a replacement, not a distraction, not a coping mechanism." - Rodney Rodney continues his exploration of psychological mastery-- this time, focusing on artificial intelligence (AI). After an MIT study revealed that over-reliance on ChatGPT was making...

"Three things about humans – we think, talk, and do. Talking and doing are easy... But you see thinking? That’s where the line is drawn between gods and mere mortals... They say, “great minds think alike”. I disagree. Great minds think. Period. " - Rodney In this episode, Rodney shares his thoughts about thinking. He thinks that half of our problems stem from being unable to think for ourselves, b...

"Imagine being able to instantly manifest and become the version of you you need to be to do what needs to be done and get what you want in that moment." - Rodney Rodney concludes his 'ego' trilogy with an exploration of the alter ego -- a mental version of oneself, possessing all the characteristics your primary self desires or aspires to have -- the version of you that your current self is too s...

"Learning to let God lead in my creative endeavors is why I stay prolific, brilliant, and healthy in all my creative endeavors. Especially this podcast. Experts call this negative capability..." - Rodney Rodney continues his exploration of the ego... This time, he muses about the ego's influence on spirituality, creativity, suffering, and intuition. He brings God into the equation, showing how one...

" So you think you're the main character... What's the main character without character development? And character development begins with the ego." - Rodney Rodney turns his unflinching gaze to the ego -- one of the most misunderstood concepts in psychology -- and the role it plays in the psyche of the main character. Apparently, not all egos are made equal. Some egos are more developed than othe...

"Small talk -- there is an art and skill to it. It is foreplay for bigger conversations." - Rodney In this special episode, Rodney is joined by two brilliant young people -- Keme and Didi. Together, they explored small talk and its importance in social interactions. Keme doesn't care for small talk. Didi hates small talk. Rodney values small talk. Each speaker brings a different perspective on sma...

"Telling your story is the secret to survival." - Rodney. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie once spoke about the danger of a single story, but what about the danger of an untold story? Rodney makes the case that knowing and telling your story is an underrated survival tactic. He explores a variety of angles to show the true power of our personal stories and history. Rodney also tells the origin story behin...

"Fam, I love Superman. He is the kindest, most loving, most thoughtful superhero in all of media... He has consistently been a metaphor for what it means to be your best self. To be a god." To celebrate the new Superman movie, Rodney dedicates an entire episode to the myth of the Man of Steel. In this episode, Rodney explores exactly what Superman means to him – what he represents, his legacy, com...

"The more you fuck around, the more you’ll find out. If you never fuck around, you will never find out. That's wisdom." - Rodney Fuck around and find out (FAFO) is a phrase that is both a threat and an invitation to be courageously curious. In this episode, Rodney explores the 'curiosity' context of the phrase in all kinds of ways: scientifically, artistically, philosophically, and spiritually. He...

“How much is money? No, really. How much is money that you would sell your soul for it?” - Rodney The previous episode was about having Fuck You money. This episode is about telling money “fuck you” and releasing its grip on your heart, mind and soul. In this episode, Rodney tries to rationalize why we give money so much mind. So much so that we put it above more important things -- to the point o...

"F*ck you money-- it all starts with that raw "f*ck you" attitude towards everything." - Rodney Rodney calls himself a conscious capitalist -- meaning he practices a style of capitalism that is elegant and ethical, whereby he is conscious about making money without making money everything. He brings this mindset to the concept of Fuck You Money -- having so much money, you can do whatever the fuck...

"'Trust your feelings!' - but you haven't done the work, you're not at peace, you're not self-aware, you're not emotionally intelligent." -Rodney Rodney continues his exploration of emotional intelligence as he gives a glimpse into the deep work that goes into developing it intentionally. Emotions are tricky things. Especially strong ones. If you don't have the requisite mastery of them (emotional...

"You gotta be fiscally responsible so that you can be creatively reckless." - Rodney. While the previous episode is about passion, this episode is about profiting from one's passion -- an episode about achieving financial freedom with your God-given gifts. This journey is not for the faint of heart because before you can make money and make heaven, you may have to go through hell. If you're not ca...

"Are you a passionate person? Do you have something you’re passionate about? Is it giving? Is it bearing fruit? Is it showing you love or Is it showing you shege ?" - Rodney Rodney knows a thing or two about living a passion-driven life. Many can't relate. There is nothing quite like the adventure of following your heart and having it take you through all kinds of experiences until you arrive. In...

"Fame and insecurity do not mix well. Be sure to clean house emotionally before you blow. If not...." - Rodney In this episode, Rodney unpacks the reality of fame for those who aspire to be famous -- those who are desperate to blow. He paints a vivid picture of the good, the bad, and the ugly when it comes to fame! Rodney explores a range of subtopics such as fame vs money, dealing with the expect...

"Intelligence isn't just academic or emotional. Even sex requires sense." - Rodney. * Do you take your pleasure seriously? If you do, this episode is for you. Sex is one of those scary things in our society that everybody loves but still loves to hate. Whenever we talk about being the best version of ourselves, everything else comes up, except sex. It's naught but an afterthought. Rodney uses the...

"I am content... but unsatisfied. I have nothing to prove... but a lot to accomplish." -- Rodney. This episode is guest-hosted by Innycredible Okochikwu, a mentee of Rodney's, who had questions and sought Rodney for answers. In this episode, Innycredible wonders whether being content is a real thing. He argues that contentment is a myth! He uses the classic 'Oliver Twist' by Charles Dickens to beg...

"What does it mean to be human? What does it mean to be a god? Is there a difference?" Rodney is joined by Alhamdu Yaro, a Christian man with a brilliant mind, who does not agree with referring to oneself as a god. He believes that being human is enough. In this 1hr30min conversation, they have a spirited debate about the balance of humanity and divinity in order to get to the bottom of things. Th...

"The world is not kind to a man who doesn't know how to be a a man in a man's world." - Rodney Wouldn't you like to know what being a man means to a god? Fresh off his 34th birthday, Rodney declares he has mastered masculinity. In this episode, he unpacks the depth behind his declaration! Forget the tired old tropes. This isn't about flexing muscles or silencing emotions. Rodney champions a dynami...

“I promise you, I’m not the guy you want to kill tonight.” Rodney shares a never-before-told story of a near-murder experience in Malaysia, 2011. Rodney’s romantic endeavours nearly gets him killed but he lived to learn the lesson. This story isn't just about survival; it's a masterclass in de-escalation, conflict resolution, and the power of words. It's a testament to staying calm under pressure...

"Part 1 was about the nuances of bad, good, and great sex. Part 2 is about the sinful nature of sex." In the second installation of the critically acclaimed Sexual Intelligence series, Rodney dives deep into the fiery world of sex, exploring its spiritual, religious, and emotional implications with unflinching honesty. He offers nuanced takes on fornication, the notion of "casual sex," sex work, i...

"The way the story of Adam and Eve has been told for centuries is the seed of misogyny we all have sown inside evey single human in history." Rodney unleashes a world-shattering revelation about the REAL story of Adam and Eve! This isn't your Sunday school version – this is a deep dive into the events that took place in the garden, complete with contextof time and human nature. Rodney's re-imagini...

"When it comes to 'woman' there are levels to this... I have observed that a lot of adult females exist in a limbo between girlhood and womanhood, where they are yet to master their femininity." Rodney delivers a POWERFUL monologue about the "levels to woman". He explores the transformative power of pregnancy and motherhood (cognitive upgrades included!), challenges societal fears of aging, and su...

"Christ is RISEN! And, The Young God is rising right along with Him." - Rodney The Young God IS BACK, baby! Season 7 explodes onto the scene with a triumphant return after an unexpected hiatus. In the season premiere, Rodney gives a recap of what happened in the 40 days between season 6 and season 7. He gave intimate details of Spotify's takedown of The Young God, he explained his feelings, his th...