Kathryn Malek is an actor, writer, and coach. Kathryn started focusing on acting and writing as a young adult, studying with apprentices of Lee Strasberg before taking the leap into playwriting. We talked about those early experiences, the ways acting is viewed in our society as performers on demand or as people who “just pretend […]
If you’re feeling stuck creatively, you may just need a change of scene. It doesn’t have to be anything dramatic, though the bigger the change, the more potential! All you want to do is expose your brain to new stuff, and then see what comes out of it. Nancy Norbeck Get in Touch I’d love […]
My guest this week is Michael Broussard, an actor, activist, musician, and artist. His solo show, “Ask a Sex Abuse Survivor,” uses his own experience to demystify and destigmatize abuse trauma while also giving his audience, which often includes fellow survivors, a chance to ask questions and open up about their own experiences in a […]
Following on from last time, here are some thoughts on how to give feedback. Why is this important? For one, you really don’t want to be the person who stops someone else’s creative process. Just as importantly, though, you don’t want to stymie yours! It really is THAT important. The way that you give other […]
Author Lydia Kang balances two careers: In addition to writing adult and young adult fiction, as well as nonfiction, she’s also a doctor. Lydia never thought of herself as a writer, though she was intrigued by writing, until she began to use it to deal with some of her experiences on the job, which eventually […]
You’ve probably never thought about protecting your creativity—but you should. It’s one of your most valuable assets and resources, and nobody has the right to take it from you. (No one actually can, but it’s easy for us to give it up if we’re not careful.) You can find my conversation with Tracy Matthews here. […]
Trudy Cunningham is one of the most insightful and creative people I’ve ever met. Her background in mathematics and education led her to the improbable position of associate dean of engineering at Bucknell University, which is where we first crossed paths. It’s is also why I wanted to talk to her. She later moved to […]
Inspired by a day of viral attention on TikTok, here’s a reminder that you matter. Yes, YOU. That means your creative dreams matter, too. If that sounds crazy or alien to you, this episode is definitely for you! You matter, and the things you love matter. Nancy Norbeck Get in Touch I’d love to hear […]
Kimberly Stuart started writing when she became a stay-at-home mom, and hasn’t stopped since. As you’ll hear, her path changed dramatically thanks to a gift from her mother, who was a professional musician. She’s the author of eight novels, and has branched into writing coaching as well. Kim and I talk about the importance of […]
Do you feel like you have to be “ready” before you start something new? Are you even sure what “ready” would mean? I’m here this week to talk about why “ready” is mostly an illusion, and why you should start now instead of waiting for that illusion to magically become real. I think ready is […]