Episode Details

In episode two, podcast hosts and singer-songwriters Katie Phillips and Karen Joy Brown address the insidious influence of imposter syndrome and perfectionism on creativity. Basic definitions and origins of the term are uncovered and held to the light of scrutiny in the context of sexism, racism, and white supremacy.

They explore concrete ways of confronting its debilitating effects both personally and within the context of a supportive creative community and why the practice is central to a sustainable creative life.

Two original songs, Amateur and Try offer inspiration from personal struggles with the topic.

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* 25:25 Katie’s song, Try

* 38:55 Karen’s song, Amateur

* Sonya Renee Taylor, The Observer College News | Sonya Renee Taylor Advocates for Radical Self Love

* Sayana, Splice Blog  | How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome as a Musician

* Amanda Khong, Bookish Brews Blog | Imposter Syndrome is Sexist, Actually: Embracing Your Feelings as Protest

* Karen Joy Brown | Apple Music | Spotify | Instagram

* Katie Phillips | Bandcamp  |  Instagram 

* B and the Hive | Instagram | Spotify | “Who You Are” 

* Divorcing White Supremacy Culture (further reading), Tema Okun, Kenneth Jackson Jones | website

* JOURNAL PROMPT: Where do I belong? When imposter syndrome tells us we don’t belong, it’s time to explore what we believe about where we truly belong.

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