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What Am I Making Podcast

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Hey there. I’m Matty C. For the formally inclined folks in the crowd, the official designation is Matt Carlson. I am a 50 year old musician, songwriter, and graphic designer that's spent the Covid era pondering deep and meaningful questions about music, film, literature and art in the 21st century. It seems as though we’re living in age where musicians have to give their music away, content is aro... more

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Jason Narducy never dreamed in a million years that he would be the one to get all four members of R.E.M. back on stage together. But somehow, it happened. For years Narducy and his friend and actor Michael Shannon have been playing R.E.M. tribute sh... more

When Bill Janovitz arrived in Massachusetts with his family, he was unimpressed. Halfway through high school, Bill’s family moved from a verdant suburb on Long Island to a rural community in Massachusetts that was a full half hour from a movie theate... more

Robbie Fulks first arrived in Chicago in 1983 with a pregnant girlfriend and not much of a plan. In fairly short order, he landed a job at the legendary Old Town School of Folk Music on the city’s north side. At the Old Town School, Fulks found a com... more

David Gedge’s 40 year stint as the main man behind The Wedding Present comes down in great part, to luck. John Peel, the famously powerful DJ from BBC’s Radio One took a shine to the first Wedding Present single, and played the song a whopping ten ti... more

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Recent Guests

Rob Janicke
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Jeffery Gower
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Jason Lantrip
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Chuck Marshall
Photographer, blogger and musician.
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Episode: WAIM #101: Chuck Marshall from 'Life In Michigan'
Chris Dalla Riva
Author and music data nerd
Episode: WAIM #100: Chris Dalla Riva
Emma Swift
Singer-songwriter and musician
Independent musician, songwriter
Episode: WAIM Podcast #098: Singer/Songwriter Emma Swift
Luc Rinaldi
Independent journalist and musician
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Patrick Hicks
Music historian, surprise TikTok star, and storyteller
Episode: WAIM Podcast #096: Rock Historian & Storyteller Patrick Hicks
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Matty C
Matty C is a musician, songwriter, and graphic designer with an extensive background in exploring deep questions about culture through the lenses of music, film, and art. He shares his experiences and insights as he interviews fellow creatives about their artistic journeys and societal challenges.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Hey hey!!

    This is a really cool podcast that sounds like two friends having a deep conversation and rendering their spirits together

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Raycho921
    United States10 months ago
  • What is the value of the creative process?

    Matty C is sharing his thoughts and interviewing guests on the societal value of the creative process. The era of streaming has created a world in which music, films, and books are all perceived as an essentially-free commodity. If Monsanto can patent the genetic content of a soy bean, why can't people in the creative arts monetize the material that they create? More importantly, how does that change? Matty is exploring these issues with his new project, "What Am I Making?", and it is thought... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    blhummel
    United States3 years ago
  • Thought provoking and genuine...

    20th century creator and his struggles to find an outlet, an audience and possibly fair compensation in the 21st century

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    trash180
    United States3 years ago
  • Must listen

    Matt’s conversation hit home. Wonderful food for thought.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Meghanmmw
    United States3 years ago

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The informal yet meaningful tone adds a personal touch, making it feel like an intimate gathering of like-minded souls.
Many find the conversations to be an insightful exploration of modern challenges faced by artists, with themes that evoke personal reflections.
Listeners appreciate the authentic and heartfelt discussions, often describing the content as thought-provoking and relatable.
The focus on the societal value of creative processes resonates well with those who are passionate about the arts.

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WAIM Podcast #087: Jeffrey Seller
Q: What was the experience of producing Rent and Hamilton?
Jeffrey Seller describes it as remarkable and transformative, detailing the collaborative nature and the emotional challenges behind each production.
WAIM Podcast #098: Singer/Songwriter Emma Swift
Q: What are you feeling right now about the tour you're doing?
I'm excited. I can't wait. It's going to be super fun.
WAIM Pod #094 - Comedian JL Cauvin
Q: Is that embedded in your brother too, or did you get that uniquely?
JL indicates that he and his brother had different experiences, with his brother facing more challenges in their early environment, leading to varied coping mechanisms and experiences with humor.
WAIM Pod #094 - Comedian JL Cauvin
Q: Why law school? What was it about your educational experience?
JL mentions that he chose law school as a delay to join the real world, thinking it would be cool and open up opportunities, enticed by the culture surrounding law careers. He recognizes that he wasn't sure about being a lawyer but thought it would provide a legitimate path.
WAIM Pod #094 - Comedian JL Cauvin
Q: Can you just walk me through a quick version of what that upbringing was like and where it started?
JL describes growing up in the Bronx with a Haitian immigrant father and a strong but volatile mother. He notes that, while he experienced love, the home environment was often tense, and he initially used humor as a coping mechanism for family struggles.

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This podcast engages with profound questions surrounding the nature of artistic expression and the challenges faced by creators in today's digital landscape. Central topics include the struggle for artists to monetize their work, the societal value of creative endeavors, and the evolving relationship between the audience and art. Episodes often feature interviews with musicians, authors, and other creatives, who share their insights and experiences, reflecting on the profound cultural shifts occurring within various artistic fields. Notably, the discussions emphasize mental health issues, the meaning of art in a commodified world, and the importance of preserving genuine artistry amid technological advancements and changing consumer behavio... more

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