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Join Amie McNee from @inspiredtowrite and her writer husband James Winestock for a podcast about building a sustainable creative life. A place to take your art seriously where you can go to reflect on your journey and build a thriving creative practice.

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In this episode, we talk about the practical tactics we actually use to sell our art and make money as artists.

This is not a mindset episode. We briefly acknowledge the shame, fear and awkwardness artists often carry around selling, but then we go ... more

Is the problem systemic, or individual?

In this episode, we sit with the messy middle. Creative industries are full of scarcity, gatekeeping, bad incentives, exploitation, and cooked economics. But if we only talk about the broken system, artists ar... more

Welcome to the Jamesy and Amsy Q&A, in which we discuss high school romance, creative chemistry, business roles, blurred boundaries, editorial bluntness, Steam Deck timing, Space Story, travel chaos, alternative careers, and whether an ibis is from E... more

This episode is about saying: no, I cannot come to coffee at 12pm just because my calendar looks technically empty. I am busy being available to my art.

We talk about creative devotion, guilt, boundaries, people-pleasing, small business weirdness, t... more

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Recent Guests

Martha Beck
Author and life coach
Episode: Martha Beck and Rowan Mangan: How Creativity Trumps Anxiety
Rowan Mangan
Writer and supporter of Martha Beck
Episode: Martha Beck and Rowan Mangan: How Creativity Trumps Anxiety
Emma Couette
Self-published author with six books released since 2019
Episode: How To Fight For Your Art with Author Emma Couette
Augustine Charles
A writer, dancer, poet, and creative coach.
Episode: Artists need to learn to say NO, with Augustine Charles

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Amie McNee
Host of the show, co-creator with James Winestock
James Winestock
Co-host, writer and creator

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 684 ratings
  • Loooove this

    This is my favorite podcast . I found Amie and We need your art when she was a guest on a podcast I listen to daily. Never have I felt so seen and understood than when I listen to this podcast. I’m so grateful. ✨

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Smash ✨
    United Statesa month ago
  • Just awesome!

    Thank you so much Amie and James! You cover brilliant topics, relevant to all types of creatives. The podcast feels so intimate, it’s like the audience is hanging out with you on a sofa, with a nice cuppa! You give me fuel for my creative fire and I truly appreciate it ⭐️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Etchyetchy
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Pure honesty

    Love the sarcastic but also very true mindset about All the real things in the artistic life. This podcast is sincerely inspirational and truly served raw from two grounded souls🔝🏆

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Olafurr5
    Sweden2 months ago
  • Thank you

    I related so much to what James said about when you don’t feel successful you burn out. It really made me feel less alone and I’m really grateful for the vulnerability it was a great episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sarahbrown ldn
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • More Amie & James, please

    I’ve listened to every single episode of Unpublished—even the NFT one—and I want more, please. I could listen to Amie & James chat for forever. They are inspiring, hilarious, motivating, and comforting. My favorite podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rat-Raegan
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

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Cozy, like listening to smart friends who push you creatively.
Some listeners feel the frequent swearing can be off-putting and may deter potential new listeners.
The banter and practical tips are highly valued by fans for sustaining creativity.
Honest, vulnerable discussions are a big draw for listeners.

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How We Built a Creative Life Together
Q: What episode are we on?
We're on episode seven, reflecting on how far we've come and what's next for the show.
How We Built a Creative Life Together
Q: In another life, what do you think each of you would be doing?
James imagines academia or tech roles, Amie imagines a hands-on craft or teaching path, reflecting their curiosity about bodies, movement, and hands-on creation outside writing.
How We Built a Creative Life Together
Q: Okay. How does travel impact you both when you have a creative practice?
Travel disrupts routines and energy; we need to manage comfort needs and environment to preserve creativity, sometimes requiring new rules or systems to stay productive while on the move.
How We Built a Creative Life Together
Q: Okay, good. All right. How did we meet?
We met in year 11 in high school when Amie walked into class; over time we developed a connection, dated later, and gradually began collaborating on creative projects.
Creative Help Hotline
Q: What about fame or success—how to deal with the added workload?
Cultivate a relationship with your power as a creator, set boundaries, and remember you don't owe gatekeepers or anyone else your time; prioritize what brings you joy and stays sustainable over the long term.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Unpublished

What is Unpublished about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A conversational show focused on building a sustainable creative life, blending mindset with practical tactics for artists. Episodes explore topics like monetizing art, publishing, boundaries, burnout, energy management, collaboration, and how to balance creative work with everyday life. The hosts share personal experiences, invite reflections on community and audience engagement, and emphasize authentic, human-centered approaches to art and business. A recurring strength is the warm, relatable dynamic between a creative couple who discuss both the joys and frictions of pursuing art as a sustained practice, often mixing practical tips with candid storytelling. The format tends to feel like friendly guidance from two seasoned creators, with ... more

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