Adrian’s Playlist of Conversations

Adrian’s Playlist of Conversations (APOC) is a personal journal podcast hosted by Adrian Austin, covering topics with friends, family and other people of color. The show is filled with Adrian’s personal stories along with the stories of his co-conversationalists on topics such as friendship, fatherhood, family dynamics and joy presented in an almost music album format with interludes along the way.

Season 2 Trailer 07/27/2023

Season 2 Trailer Adrian's Playlist of Conversations (APOC) a mix of personal stories, thoughtful and, sometimes, difficult conversations between friends. Mixing his love and connection with music, Adrian weaves together stories and topics that range from religion, sex, aging, and the importance of familial and platonic relationships. Allow APOC to spark existing thoughts and situations you have found yourself thinking about and create a space for you to feel comfortable sharing with people in your life. We here at APOC are excited to offer this imaginative way to tell a story. Enjoy the conversation! Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/27579162

Music Episode - Bahij + Adrian 12/23/2022

Music Episode - Bahij + Adrian How can one sum up a special brother bond in a playlist? Bahij and Adrian did just that. In a funny, sweet, heartfelt and nostalgic conversation, hear the songs that have been the soundtrack of this close relationship. Sprinkled with a little extra, hear Bahij’s hot take on some of his favorites. Playlist Spotify: Tidal: Apple: Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/25415328

Katzenjammer, Knowles, Williams….Austin 12/23/2022

Katzenjammer, Knowles, Williams….Austin Lovingly called “The Katzenjammer kids” by their Aunt Loretta, listen to this season finale’s conversation between Adrian and his brother Bahij. Through childhood, early adulthood, and now, hear how their bond has evolved over the years and how it came to be Bahij and Adrian. Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/25415256

Music Episode - Rewind that Back 12/16/2022

Music Episode - Rewind that Back Unlike other Year in Review music lists, Lillian, Bahij, Karette, and Adrian discuss songs that’ll forever remind them of 2022. Some current and some past classics make their way on this playlist that’s sure to make you dance, reflect, and soothe. Playlist Spotify: Tidal: Apple: Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/25343913

Pop Culture in Review 2022 12/16/2022

Pop Culture in Review 2022 Join Adrian as he recaps the highs, lows, and head scratching pop culture moments of 2022 with his friends Lillian and Karette and his brother Bahij. From movies, to television, to music, to headlines that grabbed our attention, find out what made their list of favorites and what made their lists of “boring and annoying.” Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/25343910

Blackness: Remixed and Reimagined 12/05/2022

Blackness: Remixed and Reimagined This is the conversation that sparked it all. In this final episode in the series “What is Black in 2022?” listen as Adrian talks to his friend Sanjay about his incredible story. Listen as he takes us through his connection to blackness. Leaving Adrian to wonder is Blackness nature and nurture or can it exist in the in-between? Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/25224111

Music Episode - At the Honky Tonk 11/20/2022

Music Episode - At the Honky Tonk Inspired by Queue Points podcast’s series on the history and connection of , this episode explores Jay Ray, DJ Sir Daniel, and Adrian’s favorite country songs. Formerly “Black is for Country” this playlist mixes some classics, some modern, and some head scratchers, but all promise to be great songs. Playlist Spotify: Tidal: Apple: Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: Follow Queue Points on Social Media Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/25044699

Music Episode - Our Divas 11/17/2022

Music Episode - Our Divas In this companion music episode, listen as Jay Ray, DJ Sir Daniel, and Adrian talk about the connection between gay men and divas. Who are the divas they bring to the conversation? You’ll just have to find out. Playlist Spotify: Tidal: Apple: Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: Follow Queue Points on Social Media Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/25044684

Love of My Life (An Ode to Music) 11/10/2022

Love of My Life (An Ode to Music) What happens when you have three self proclaimed music pundits, with two podcasts, that meet to discuss their love of music? You get a fun-filled trip down music’s memory lane (at least from the late 70s until today). Listen as the Co-Hosts of joins Adrian in discussing their first kiss with music and how the relationship has evolved. Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: Follow Queue Points on Social Media Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: TikTok: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/24968142

Music Episode - Songs Built by the Brick 10/28/2022

Music Episode - Songs Built by the Brick How can one sum up a 10+ year bond in a short playlist? Well listen how Sanjay, Nafeesah, and Adrian do just that as they discuss the songs that connect them to each other individually and as a collective. Which artist has the most songs? Take a listen and hear for yourself! Playlist Spotify: Tidal: Apple: Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/24827223

Little Brick Building 10/26/2022

Little Brick Building Through his conversation with Sanjay and Nafeesah, a bond and friendship just as solid as the little brick building it was created in, Adrian gets reminded of the work and reward of intention. Listen as they talk about how their friendship began; lessons learned; laughter created; and a connection that has acted as an anchor, no matter the distance or time. Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/24805314

Music Episode - Pop that Culture (The Music) 10/14/2022

Music Episode - Pop that Culture (The Music) Listen to the hand-picked songs Shané and Adrian brought to the playlist “Pop that Culture.” From a feel good song by the Queen of Soul to the raspy tunes of a never-forgotten songstress from across the pond, this playlist will have you dancing, raising your fists, and giving yourself a hug. Playlist Spotify: Tidal: Apple: Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/24687189

Pop that Culture 10/13/2022

Pop that Culture In this light hearted episode, long time friends Adrian and Shané discuss all things Pop Culture. From music, to television, to movies, to fashion, listen as they contemplate their position in popular culture and how their roles have evolved over the years. Similar to conversations you may have with your friends, this funny and flowing conversation will give you all the feels. Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/24676068

Expectations of the Father 10/05/2022

Expectations of the Father In the final episode of his Fatherhood series, Adrian has a conversation with Nicholas Symonette, Jr. about his own personal journey in fatherhood. Listen as they discuss reconciling and repairing relationships with their fathers, children, and with self by confronting expectations and letting go. This powerful conversation and episode concludes with Adrian opening up about the story of his own father, Robert Austin, Jr. Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/24591597

Music Episode - Black is the new Black Pt. 3 09/23/2022

Music Episode - Black is the new Black Pt. 3 The music companion to “Everybody’s Black is Different”, this episode proves that point. Listen as Lillian, Sanjay, and Adrian share songs they added to the “Black is the new Black” playlist. There are some surprises and a bit of an overlap. Did you catch it? This playlist is turning out to be a personal favorite. Playlist Spotify: Tidal: Apple: Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/24469242

Everybody’s Black is Different 09/21/2022

Everybody’s Black is Different In this third episode in his Race series where Adrian is exploring what Black in 2022 means, he is joined by his longtime friends Sanjay and Lillian. Both friends from various spots of the African Diaspora dealing with cultural and national alignment. Take a listen while they discuss intra-cultural dynamics and the consequences of divide and conquer, along with a few laughs throughout. Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/24444618

Music Episode - Once Upon A Time 09/16/2022

Music Episode - Once Upon A Time What a beautiful and eclectic ride this episode will take you on. This playlist, Once Upon a Time, is a diverse mix of songs inspired by Isaac Asimov, Toni Morrison, and James Baldwin. Listen as Donte, Ray, and Adrian speak on the songs and music that transport them back to their favorite pages. Playlist Spotify: Tidal: Apple: Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/24395367

Take a Look, it’s in a book 09/14/2022

Take a Look, it’s in a book Listen as Adrian flips through the pages of his memory and discusses his favorite book alongside row friends, Ray and Donte. A discussion that was meant to be light and fun takes a few turns but helps rekindle the imagination started from a young age. Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/24372972

Interlude: 7/27 07/27/2022

Interlude: 7/27 Happy Birthday Adrian!! Released on his 40th birthday, Adrian speaks about his connection to his birthday, what his birthday means to him, his favorite gifts, wish birthday wish, and what he’s learned so far. Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/23874825

Every Sunday 07/20/2022

Every Sunday Adrian and Terrence connect again to discuss their relationship with their fathers; lessons learned, lessons taught, and some lessons still unknown. What was meant to be an exploration of fatherhood turned into a thought provoking conversation about being a son. Listen as both try to reconcile their own feelings about their fathers and how to find peace with a past that may never answered. Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/23797691

Music Episode - Black is the new Black Pt. 2 07/15/2022

Music Episode - Black is the new Black Pt. 2 In this episode, Adrian expands his Black is the new Black playlist by including songs brought by Ray, Nico, and Ari! Listen as they discuss songs that connect them to Race, Identity, and culture from a Latinx standpoint. Perfect blends. Perfect unions. Perfect connections. Playlist Spotify: Tidal: Apple: Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/23727608

¿Y Tú También? 07/13/2022

¿Y Tú También? In this second episode of his Blackness series, Adrian is joined by his friends Ari, Raymond, and Nico while they explore the idea of the expansion of what it means to be Black in America, specifically as it relates to the various Latino cultures. Race is no longer a Black and White issue, but has a new binary emerged? And just because you are not white, does that make you Black? Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/23730707

Music Episode - Let's Talk About Love 07/01/2022

Music Episode - Let's Talk About Love From childhood crushes, to first loves, and first falls take a listen to this love soundtrack that was created by Amirah, William, and Adrian through their connection and memories. Each person couldn’t just bring the regular five songs. Take a deep listen to this wild ride of love. Let it inspire you and think of your own love memories. Playlist Spotify: Tidal: Apple: Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/23596580

Let's Talk About Love 06/29/2022

Let's Talk About Love It’s summer-time and love is in the air. Take a stroll through Love’s memory lane with Adrian as he talks with his friends Amirah and William about their relationship with love. Through first crushes, to first loves, to heartbreak, building up self and settling into a love that works for them. Grab your lemonade, sit in the sun, feel the breeze, and feel the love. Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/23576597

Music Episode - Chosen Family 06/24/2022

Music Episode - Chosen Family What are the songs that will always be played during a spades game between Adrian, Troy, and Dante? Take a listen and find out as they discuss the songs that connect them to each other and to their friendship as a whole. Playlist Spotify: Tidal: Apple: Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/23513861

A Brother’s Origin Story 06/23/2022

A Brother’s Origin Story It’s Pride season and Adrian is without his core. Take a listen as Adrian has a necessary conversation with his two brothers from other mothers, Troy and Dante. Through 20+ years of friendship, they discuss their origin story, laugh at various discrepancies, talk love, and end with the hope for each other for the future. This is Adrian’s love letter to these two amazing and life changing people in his life. It begs the question, what would you talk about with your best friend(s)? Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/23513849

Music Episode - Mind Over Matter? 06/17/2022

Music Episode - Mind Over Matter? Take a listen to Adrian and Lanisha talk about songs that connect them to the topic of mental illness and listen to the playlist that brings them out. We all must remember to water our spiritual garden so take a tour of what they use to water their garden. Playlist Spotify: Tidal: Apple: Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/23452100

“How are you? How am I? How are we?” 06/16/2022

“How are you? How am I? How are we?” With everything going on, this episode’s function is to stop, pause, take a listen and evaluate your spiritual garden. Answering the tough question “How are you?” Through his conversation with his cousin Lanisha, Adrian explores the familial roots of mental health issues and opens up about his own struggles and those of his family. Warning: this episode discusses suicidal ideations and suicide. If you or anyone you know is struggling with mental health issues and suicidal ideations, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/23443760

Music Episode - Black is the new Black? 05/27/2022

Music Episode - Black is the new Black? In this episode Adrian and Riana discuss songs that connect them to race and culture for a playlist titled “Black is the new Black” This playlist will grow as the series grows. This playlist is meant to inspire, empower, and connect. What songs connect you to race and culture? What would you add to this playlist? Playlist Spotify: Tidal: Apple: Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/23166596

Gatekeeping the Cookout 05/25/2022

Gatekeeping the Cookout In this first episode of the “What does being Black mean in 2022?” series Adrian explores the idea of cultural gatekeeping, specifically within the Black community. Who is given permission to be called Black? Who is given the authority to decide? Race is not always black and white, but when it is, which side is to be honored? Does one have to choose or is there a comfortable middle ground? Listen as Adrian and life-long friend Riana sit down for the first time and have a discussion of their own connection to Blackness; how they overlap; and how they, on the surface, seem so far apart. Follow Us On Social Media Instagram: Twitter: /episode/index/show/49f2c083-919d-4ec5-84a5-b4203533fd06/id/23166575

Adrian’s Playlist of Conversations

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