The Resistance
Matt ConnerThere's a force at work that keeps you from being you. We feel it, too. It's the reason we avoid making the call, the reason we put off the diet. It's why we've done nothing about that entrepreneurial idea, that creative endeavor, that new relationship. In his book The War of Art, Stephen Pressfield defines this universal force as Resistance. Welcome to The Resistance, a new podcast featuring hone... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 82 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsHealth & FitnessPerforming Arts | |||
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Madi Diaz didn't set out to make her rawest record. She just stopped hiding. The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter joins The Resistance to talk about Fatal Optimist, the heartbreak and isolation behind it, and what it actually means to choose yourse... more
At a moment of real transition, Natalie and Meegan Closner of the band Joseph talk about loss, resilience, and learning how to let something evolve without letting it go.
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Paloma Young is a Tony Award–winning costume designer whose work spans Broadway and London, including Peter and the Starcatcher, Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, & Juliet, The Notebook, Bandstand, and Real Women Have Curves. In this episode... more
Actor Stephen Tracey (Invasion, Anne with an E) joins The Resistance to talk about finding flow in the work, the surprising echoes between his roles and his own life, and why he feels drawn to create something from his own point of view.
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- I Can’t Resist This Podcast!
Even when I have no clue who is being interviewed I end up not only learning about them but about myself as well. This has much to do with Matt Connor’s hosting ability. He knows how to as a great question (notice how many of those being interviewed agree) and even more importantly he can really follow up with and impromptu question that unearths insights that even the guests appreciate. Podcasters could learn loads from Matt’s master class each episode!
Apple Podcasts5Mystery Fall
United States6 years ago - Dangerously inspiring
A beautiful well crafted real conversation with great artist. So vulnerable and dangerously inspiring... Thank you for good studio quality sound!
Apple Podcasts5cliffritcheyartUnited States6 years ago - Real Conversations with Inspiring Artists
Each episode I’ve listened to helps me connect with the artist, but also my own inner thought life. It’s like a self-help podcast for artists. Really thoughtful questions and answers—definitely worth a listen!
Apple Podcasts5Lindsay SewsUnited States7 years ago - highly recommend
The first interview (the only one released as of right now) is really insightful and inspiring. I can't wait to hear more of this kind of conversation happen around personhood and artistry and being selves in the world. Thanks, Matt!
Apple Podcasts5GuinnagainUnited States7 years ago - We all need these conversations!
Can’t wait to listen to all the coming episodes! Love that you are furthering the conversation about what holds us back; awareness is always the first step.
Apple Podcasts5libewillUnited States7 years ago
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What is The Resistance about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The series centers on creative people discussing the resistance that shows up in artistic work—whether it's battling perfectionism, balancing motherhood with a creative career, or navigating identity and integrity under pressure. Episodes span music, acting, design, poetry, and film scoring, with a consistent emphasis on resilience, honest self-reflection, and the tension between commercial demands and authentic expression. Listeners can expect intimate, practice-oriented conversations that unpack how resistance manifests, how guests stay true to their work, and how personal experiences shape artistic output. A standout angle is the diverse mix of high-profile performers and behind-the-scenes creators who share practical strategies for sust... more
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Recent guests on The Resistance include:
1. Paloma Young
2. Stephen Tracey
3. Rachael Yamagata
4. Lauren Patten
5. Kathleen Edwards
6. Raashi Kulkarni
7. Devin Glover
8. Andrew Oliver
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