Becoming Something with Jonathan Pokluda Episode 353: The Pressure to Perform (feat. Josiah Queen)
Jan 5, 2026
Josiah Queen, a talented Christian singer-songwriter known for hits like "The Prodigal" and "Dusty Bibles," shares his inspiring journey of early success at a young age. He reflects on how his church influence shaped his music and the emotional storytelling behind his songwriting. Josiah discusses managing the pressures of fame and prioritizing faith over performance anxiety. He also highlights the impact of social media in democratizing music and how he stays grounded through daily prayer and a strong relationship with Jesus.
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Early Church Beginnings
- Josiah first learned music at church and started vocal lessons around age 12 before joining worship teams.
- He remembers his mom turning the radio up when he sang in the car, which convinced him to pursue singing seriously.
Conversion Sparked Songwriting
- Josiah described encountering Jesus at a young age which sparked a sudden desire to play and write worship music.
- He learned to turn Psalms into singable songs and began writing from scripture as a creative practice.
Remote Writing Sessions
- "Dusty Bibles" and other songs were written remotely and even produced through Zoom and FaceTime collaborations.
- Josiah credits collaborators like Forrest and friends for co-writing and helping those songs come alive.
