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 podcast moments, meeting incredible artists, building meaningful relationships, and why consistency has been the biggest key to the show's growth.

Along the way they discuss music, comedy, creative process, podcasting, performance, confidence, discipline, setbacks, family, friendship, and the mindset required to keep building something long after the excitement of starting wears off.

They also share stories about guests including Dave Scher, Eric Johnson, Roy & Spice, Reese Wynans, Jordan Cordell, and many of the musicians helping shape Austin's incredible creative community.

Whether you've been here since Episode 1 or you're discovering Cody Kai Cast for the first time, this episode is a look behind the curtain at what it really takes to build something one conversation at a time.

If you've enjoyed the journey so far, thank you for being part of it.

• How Cody Kai Cast first began
• Lessons learned after 70 episodes
• Building a podcast from scratch
• The importance of consistency
• Austin's music community
• Dave Scher's viral Eric Johnson clip
• Working musicians and creative discipline
• Reese Wynans' incredible rise
• The psychology of podcast hosting
• Family, birthdays, and perspective
• Mental resilience after setbacks
• Upcoming CKC projects and future plans
• Why the process matters more than the outcome

If you enjoy the episode, please like, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who loves music, comedy, and authentic conversations.

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Full episodes available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and everywhere you get your podcasts.

In this episode:

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 great MCs from great rappers.

Along the way, the crew debates Biggie vs. Tupac, discusses the influence of Royce Da 5'9", Masta Ace, Nas, Jay-Z, and Wu-Tang Clan, breaks down sampling and publishing rights, and shares stories from decades immersed in Austin's underground music community.

Topics include:

• Why hip-hop is the jazz of our generation
• Austin's overlooked hip-hop legacy
• Freestyling with live bands
• Biggie vs. Tupac
• Nas, Jay-Z & publishing ownership
• Royce Da 5'9" and Eminem's early development
• Wu-Tang's one-of-one album
• The power of authenticity in music
• Improvisation, performance, and creative flow

🎙️ Full episode available now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere podcasts are streamed.

#CKC69 #HipHop #AustinMusic #WuTangClan #Biggie #Tupac #Freestyle #Podcast

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 serving in elected office, discussing why the first rule of comedy is relating to the audience, how comics maintain control of a room, the reality of bombing versus crushing, and why authenticity matters in both politics and stand-up.

Topics include:

• Comedy vs. politics
• Open mic culture and developing material
• Crowd work and audience psychology
• Bombing, crushing, and stage experience
• Authenticity in public life
• Religion and culture
• Current events and media narratives
• Building trust with audiences and constituents

Follow Madinah:
Instagram: @madinahcomedy
Instagram: @madinahfordelaware

🎙️ Cody Kai Cast — Conversations with musicians, comedians, creators, and interesting people shaping culture.

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 separates great musicians from merely skilled players.

The conversation explores everything from Joe Walsh and the Eagles to Prince, John Mayer, Gary Clark Jr., comedy, artistic risk-taking, and the importance of getting out of your own way when creating.

Highlights include:

• Playing with Eric Johnson and behind-the-scenes tour stories
• The now-infamous "tonewood plywood pedalboard" discussion
• Dave's experiences subbing with the Kill Tony Band
• Why audiences love watching performers succeed—and fail
• Joe Walsh vs. Don Felder and the role of risk in great guitar playing
• Improvisation, authenticity, and creative flow
• Growing up in Austin and watching the city transform
• Gary Clark Jr., Eric Zapata, and Austin music history

Whether you're a guitarist, musician, comedian, artist, or creative of any kind, this episode is packed with insight into what it takes to build a life around your craft.

🎸 Guest: @daveifyoulike
🎙️ Cody Kai Cast Episode 67

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 about technology, politics, media manipulation, and the future of the internet — all while somehow staying funny the entire time.Topics include:- Victor Wembanyama & NBA GOAT potential- Tom Brady, marriage & masculinity- AI infrastructure & “data center” conspiracies- Epstein fallout & internet distrust- Gaza & modern geopolitics- COVID skepticism & media narratives- Why modern relationships feel broken- Internet surveillance & privacy concerns- Why people feel mentally overloaded today🎙️ Full episode available now on YouTube & Spotify.#CKC66 #RobertTabet #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #Wembanyama

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 conversations on CKC yet.

🎧 Full episode available now on YouTube & Spotify.

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 deserve better pay

• Joe Rogan & Alex Jones

• Candace Owens

• Media distrust & conspiracy culture

• Perception vs reality

• Podcasting & independent media

🎧 Full episode available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, & Amazon Music

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 job. Along the way, the conversation hits live performance energy, AI’s role in music, and the unpredictable path from open mics to real success.If you’ve ever chased a creative career—or wondered what it actually costs—this one doesn’t sugarcoat it.