Cody Kai Cast
Cody Kai Cast
Podcast Description
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 unpredictable.
New clips each week with episodes dropping every Friday.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast covers a range of topics related to the music and comedy scenes, including the realities of artistic careers, the intersection of performance and personal stories, and cultural commentary. Episodes dive into specific themes such as the challenges of touring musicians, the dynamics of live performances, and candid discussions on artistry, with examples like Joel Turcotte's thoughts on drumming legends in episode 22 and Stephen Sternschein’s insights on jam communities in episode 21.
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 unpredictable.
New clips each week with episodes dropping every Friday.
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 musicianship
Sobriety and being “light in dark environments”
Why “serving the song” is the only rule that matters
Austin’s philosophy on groove, purpose, and staying booked
📍Recorded in Austin, TX
🎧 Stream the full episode on Spotify, Apple, and YouTube
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