Podcast
KinandCadence
Hosted by Zinzi Ayanda and Brandon · EN
Join Zinzi and Brandon two cousins, five years apart, worlds apart in perspective as they unpack life, culture, and the sounds that shape it all. One foot in the 90s, the other in the digital age. Expect laughs, disagreements, throwbacks, hot takes, and real talk from family dynamics to the beats that raised us. Different vibes, shared roots, one ongoing conversation.
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Episode 15 : He Thought It Was Dead
Nov 200:35:33Tap to summarizeThe 15th edition of Kin&Kadence Podcast IS HERE. Brandon. & Zinzi the Great attempt to tackle and discuss the heavy topics in music. Tyler The Creator received his lashings for his past behaviour. The duo discusses what it means for him and the catch 22 of the successful black Hip-Hop artist. In addition, we looked at some of the singles that captured our eyes. Zinzi loved Megan Thee Stallion’s LOVER GIRL. It then inspired her to preach her campaign of Anti Clownery. Serious discussion into hilarious hijinks, this is what they do.
Transcribe →Episode 14 - I Want My MTV (back!)
Oct 2001:23:14Tap to summarizeThe 14th edition of the Kin & Kadence is hot off the press! Brandon & Zinzi take the time to mourn the loss of one of the greatest artist of our generation D’Angelo. The discussion goes into what the “Neo-soul” singer meant to the Duo as well as how he was able operate freely without the label. Then, it delves into how the church was integral to his artist development and how important the church is to the black music experience. The duo celebrate his life and his philosophy to artistry. The discussion develops into one about marrying authentic with fame and acclaim. Can you really be true to self and successful at the same time? Is the sacrifice of our personal gain worth going against the collective?These questions lead to the Duo turning their attention to the loss of MTV’s music channels. Four decades of dedication to music videos(or lack of) has come to an end. The world is taking our ability to craft experiences for each other, how do we fight back?
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Episode 2: Me, Myself and AI...?
Jul 6, 2025Tap to summarizeKin and Cadence 2: Electric Boogaloo, Join your (soon to be) favourite mismatched Duo as they venture into the podcast world a second time. Started and recorded in the midst of Beyonce concert and heatwaves, the duo decide to talk about the rise of the machine. AI has been a huge talking point in many sectors and music is no different. The Generational-Gapped tandem discuss Timbaland’s sudden kleptomania in effort to support his stake in AI. Paired with a recollection of school plays and possible AI futures, Brandon and Zinzi attack what AI music could mean for them and the cultural landscape.
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