The “Zach Sang Show” offers insight into the music and lives of the biggest names in the industry.
“Hello wonderful humans.”
This is how Zach Sang starts off almost every episode of the podcast on the “Zach Sang Show.” Sang utters this phrase with absolute sincerity and enthusiasm. This podcast features conversations between Sang and various musical guests.
Most of the guests are popular contemporary artists, but the conversations are usually illuminating, inspiring and heartwarming. The last word in particular describes the show perfectly. Sang, although incredibly self-deprecating at times, is a force of positivity and he brings that to every episode.
His sincere and positive nature draws out the best from the people he interviews. In “Ariana Grande ‘thank u, next’ Interview” which aired on Feb. 9, 2019, Grande tosses a question back at Sang when he asks which of her songs is her favorite off her album “thank u, next.” Grande is audibly surprised whenever Sang immediately lists several songs and goes in-depth on how those songs affected him.
That is emblematic of the level of respect he brings to the table when interviewing guests. The episodes where Sang is clearly a fan of the artists are the most satisfying to listen to, as the mutual appreciation fosters a rich space as they discuss their music, art and life.
Another notable example of Sang’s respect is clear in the interviews that he has done with BTS. Even when they were less popular in America a few years ago, Sang still approached their interviews with professionalism, asking them about their music, mission and projects they were involved with at the time. It has made him a favorite interviewer among many BTS fans, myself included.
Sang’s lack of fear to show his fanhood is another quality that makes this podcast enjoyable to listen to. This puts the listener in a more comfortable position, making it feel like we are almost there in the room with the artist, able to obsess over their discography with the same level of passion Sang brings to the show.
The episodes are also filmed and available on the show’s YouTube channel. Although not necessary to enjoy listening to an episode, the live reactions of both Sang and his guests bring another fun element to the show. It really does feel like you’re sitting with a few friends, chatting about all the emotions and experiences that music prompts in us.
With consistent episodes coming out, the show has featured a plethora of other popular artists, meaning you are sure to find your favorite in one of the past episodes. Notable episodes include the most recent interviews with Lady Gaga, BTS, Ariana Grande and Selena Gomez.
This podcast is available on all streaming platforms.
