
Call Her Daddy
"I'm in my diamond era. Like, what I came in as an icy girl, but through all this pressure that I placed on myself and all the pressure that I've experienced with the industry, I feel like it's pressurized me into this, this diamond that's ready to shine." — Soedie
"I think that when you are someone that is, you know yourself, like, and what it took and everything. And then you read like the bullshit. And it's such a bullshit, you're like, wait, this is what I'm reduced to right now." — Soedie
"I think sexual energy and creative energy comes from the same place and when you confuse the energy, you can sometimes, you know, make I wouldn't say the wrong decision, but you can lean in more into the sexual energy, but then that really takes away the creative energy because you've already depleted the energy." — Alex Cooper
The episode delves into the artistic journey and personal philosophy of guest Soedie, hosted by Alex Cooper of Call Her Daddy. Soedie reflects on her evolution from the "icy girl" persona to her current "diamond era," highlighting the transformative power of industry pressure. She discusses her meticulous involvement in her creative process, emphasizing the need for control to ensure authenticity. The conversation touches upon her unique approach to food pairings, her early days on Myspace as a coder, and the origin of her stage name, gifted by her grandmother. Soedie also shares her evolving perspective on public perception, the importance of personal conviction, and how her faith and family, particularly her grandmother, serve as a strong support system.
A significant portion of the discussion centers on relationships and career. Soedie expresses her current commitment to "dating her career," drawing a parallel between sexual and creative energy and the importance of channeling it effectively. She offers insights into her dating experiences, including patterns with athletes and her approach to breakups and managing conflict with ex-partners. The conversation also explores her unique perspective on cheating, viewing it as a reflection of an individual's unaddressed issues rather than a personal failing. She elaborates on her songwriting process, choosing to keep lyrics ambiguous to maintain privacy while still expressing emotional truths.
Finally, the episode highlights Soedie's passion for Christmas, detailing her Filipino traditions and her decision to release Christmas-themed music. She describes her upcoming album as a deeper exploration of themes and expresses her aspiration to transition into action films. The discussion concludes with Soedie and Alex reflecting on their genuine connection and the importance of authenticity in public personas, with Alex expressing admiration for Soedie's multi-dimensional personality beyond her confident stage presence.