The AtaZ Podcast
The AtaZ Podcast is a self-development and philosophy podcast hosted by friends Amber Long and Zachery Birdsong. Grab a cup of something deep and join them as they navigate social norms, life, and themselves. Do you have a topic you'd like us to mull over? Share your thoughts with us on social media!
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Episodes

Jul 12, 2026
Jul 12, 2026
1 hr 14 min
When is love cheesy? What is love for? How did the Greeks distinguish between differing types of love? Grab a cup of something deep and listen to your hosts yap about the one thing everyone wants!

May 28, 2026
May 28, 2026
1 hr 4 min
We listen and we judge. Though this time, we're not judging songs. In this episode, Amber and Zach read back some quotes by our Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, and a couple of passages from his books, primarily judging rhetoric and meaning. These are reacted to in real time, resulting in authentic conversation where we acknowledge we don't have all the information. So, grab a cup of something deep and casually judge with us! If we need correcting, join in on the conversation and comment below!

May 10, 2026
May 10, 2026
1 hr 32 sec
Are you a people pleaser? Do you find yourself trying to keep the peace? Amber and Zach dive into why people please and how you can be more authentic for yourself. Grab a cup of something deep and enjoy!

Apr 20, 2026
Apr 20, 2026
1 hr 19 min
Hello blockheads! Welcome our very first guest to the podcast, Nicholas Little! In this episode, we dive into why Arkansas is called the Natural State, share some of our camping stories, and detail our experiences with animals! Stay tuned for a PSA on why you should keep your dog on a leash! As always, grab a cup of something deep, relax, and enjoy!
Bonus: Some of our earlier recording with Nick will be released exclusively on Patreon soon!

Apr 6, 2026
Apr 6, 2026
52 min
Are we our thoughts? If not, what are we? What are the stories we tell ourselves and how do they affect us? Grab a cup of something deep and relax while listening to your hosts do what they do best - YAP!

Mar 22, 2026
Mar 22, 2026
54 min
Interested in what all goes into making friends? Curious about the levels of friendship and what category of friend you are (acquaintance, best friend, honorary family member, etc.)? You're in luck! Grab a cup of something deep and join us as we dive into how to make friends and the tiers you can go through!

Mar 9, 2026
Mar 9, 2026
1 hr 19 min
We Listen and We Judge! Join Amber and Zach as they read through the lyrics and discuss the top 5 songs in Billboard’s Hot 100! During the last week of February, the top 5 were: Opalite by Taylor Swift, Choosin’ Texas by Ella Langley, Man I Need by Olivia Dean, DTMF by Bad Bunny, and Ordinary by Alex Warren. Grab a cup of something deep and tune in to hear some strong opinions and analyze the meaning of these songs with your hosts!

Feb 23, 2026
Feb 23, 2026
46 min
In this lighthearted episode, Amber and Zach talk about happy everyday little things. They talk about everything from waking up, to moving water, baby animals, and even using the bathroom. Grab a cup of something deep, have a laugh, and share some of your happy everyday little things with us!

Feb 8, 2026
Feb 8, 2026
37 min
Ever thought about what the life would be like if the world was built around people's last names? What about if everyone but you suddenly flipped on their behavior and moral compass? You probably haven't, but now you can! Grab a cup of something deep and ponder these alternate realities with your hosts!

Jan 25, 2026
Jan 25, 2026
1 hr 5 min
Zach and Amber dive into positive, negative, and realistic expectations and what they do for you. They also break down expectations into two types: complex and consequential. The conclusion? Maybe it's better to have no expectations at all.


