{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F8390eb4b-9338-4acf-a85c-2df49054eeba","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"When AI Meets the Soul \u2013 Music, Meaning & the Human Intent Behind the Machine with Cody Johnston","description":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this Cosmic Confluence conversation, Sana sits down with Cody Johnston, aka The Weird Canadian, to explore the uneasy yet fascinating intersection of AI, music, creativity, and identity. Cody shares how AI music became a bridge back to self-expression after burnout, shame, and years inside rigid institutional systems. Rather than seeing AI as a threat, he frames it as a mirror and a tool\u2014one that amplifies human intent, emotion, and curiosity when used consciously. This episode dives into nuance over extremes, questioning authorship, responsibility, and what it really means to create in an age of intelligent machines.\nAbout the Guest:Cody Johnston is a YouTuber, AI musician, and storyteller from Newfoundland, Canada. With a background in large-scale government and financial systems, he now creates content and music rooted in identity, protest, and emotional honesty under the brand The Weird Canadian.\nKey Takeaways:AI is a tool, not a replacement\nIntent shapes outcomes\nCreativity isn\u2019t black and white\nLearning is now accessible to everyone\nMeaning is constructed through conscious action.\nHow to Connect with the Guest:Find Cody across all platforms as The Weird Canadian, listen on Spotify, and visit http://theweirdcanadian.ca/\u00a0\nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life/Cosmic Confluence ? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch DM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\nDisclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty, storyteller, survivor, and wellness advocate. With over 6000+ episodes and 200K+ global listeners, we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters. \ud83d\udc49 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContact:\ud83d\udcbc Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ud83d\udce7 Email: podcast@podhub.club\ud83c\udf10 Website: https://www.podhub.club/\ud83d\udccd Based in: India & USA\ud83c\udfa7 Listen to all podcast shows: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik\ud83e\udd1d Be a guest: https://www.healthymindbyavik.com/beaguest\ud83d\udce9 Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/\n#AIandCreativity #AIMusic #HumanIntent #CosmicConfluence #DigitalArt #FutureOfMusic #CreatorEconomy #MindOverMachines #SpiritualityAndScience #PodcastLife #ContentCreators #IndependentArtists #BurnoutToReinvention #TechAndSoul #podmatch #healthymindbyavik #podhub.club #fyp\n\n\n\n\n\u00a0\n\n\u00a0\n\n\n\n\n","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/1e38a562-a723-4e57-bef9-c9ee85cbec31/untitled-design-3-a5oxr.jpg"}