The Stephan Hogan Podcast
The Stephan Hogan Podcast is where creativity meets courage. Hosted by Nashville artist and storyteller Stephan Hogan, each episode dives deep into honest conversations with musicians, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders about the pursuit of purpose, success, and self-belief. Ranked among Spotify’s top 10% of video podcasts, Stephan’s show blends music, mindset, and meaning - reminding listeners that the most powerful stories are the ones told with heart.
The Stephan Hogan Podcast
The Dark Truth Behind a Number One Song
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What does “darkness” actually mean when you are living in it, not writing poetry about it?
In this episode of The Stephan Hogan Podcast, Canaan Smith opens up about grief, faith, anxiety, and the seasons that make you feel lost. He talks about losing his brother, the pressure that hit after a Number 1, and the day he walked into Mercury Records executive Mike Dungan’s office to ask to be released from his record deal even after the label had invested heavily.
We also get into what real strength looks like, why poorly timed advice can do damage, and why some songs should not “wrap it up with a bow.”
Canaan and New Medicine share the story behind their new song “Dark Place” (out January 27, 2026) and why it is built to feel like companionship, not a quick fix.
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