Laura Burhenn
Musician (The Mynabirds / Minor Birds) and activist who has publicly protested Spotify and discussed artist accountability and platform alternatives on the show.
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Oct 9, 2025 • 1h 13min
An ethical guide to quitting Spotify
In this engaging discussion, Alexa Speed, founder of Cut Off The Spigot, investigates the dark side of streaming giants. Musician Kadhja Bonet shares her decision to pull her art from Spotify, highlighting artists' frustrations over payola and corporate influence. Activist Laura Burhenn emphasizes the need for accountability within the industry. Together, they explore ethical alternatives like Bandcamp and Qobuz, envisioning a future where music is valued beyond profit, advocating for community-focused solutions over corporate monopolies.
Sep 11, 2025 • 53min
Why it's time to quit Spotify
Laura Burhenn, a musician known for her work as The Mynabirds and the Postal Service's live band, passionately discusses the fallout from Spotify's CEO Daniel Ek's $700 million investment in military AI. Her protest efforts, including viral TikTok videos, have encouraged artists like King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard to pull their music from the platform. Burhenn explores the ethical implications of streaming, the disconnect between artists and technology, and the urgent need for alternative, artist-friendly music platforms.
