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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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Andrew Sa grew up under the spectre of country music. Growing up in Fremont, California, some of Sa’s most intense childhood memories revolve around the family crammed into his father’s F150 pickup listening to Top 40 country radio allowing him to so... more

Johanna Samuels’ terrific new album, Sorry, Kid was anything but a straightforward endeavor. After recording and then scrapping eight songs, Samuels considered walking away entirely. Filled with frustration and uncertainty, Johanna attended a New Yea... more

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Thomm Jutz did not make his way to Nashville along the usual path. Growing up in the Black Forest of West Germany, an eleven year old Thomm saw American country star Bobby Bare on TV and instantly began a lifelong love affair with country and America... more

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Recent Guests

Kyle Thomas
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Episode: WAIM 168: King Tuff
Dr. Gail Crowther
Film historian and author
Author of Dorothy Parker In Hollywood
Episode: WAIM 167: Film Historian Dr. Gail Crowther
John Gallagher, Jr.
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Actor, Singer, Songwriter
Episode: WAIM 166: John Gallagher, Jr.
Kent Hartmann
Music historian and author
Author of The Wrecking Crew and Goodnight LA
Episode: WAIM 165: Music Historian Kent Hartmann
Alan Sparhawk
Musician, member of Low
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Alex Amen
Singer-songwriter, rock climber, and subject of the interview
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Episode: WAIM 163: Alex Amen
Stephen Merritt
Iconic songwriter and singer, The Magnetic Fields
The Magnetic Fields
Episode: WAIM 162: Stephin Merritt of The Magnetic Fields
Mike Miley
Author and film scholar
Author of David Lynch's American Dreamscape
Episode: WAIM 161: Author Mike Miley on David Lynch's America
Damien Jurado
Acclaimed veteran singer-songwriter
Independent artist with Maricopa Records
Episode: WAIM 160: Damien Jurado

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Matty C.
Host of What Am I Making Podcast (Matty Carlson), spearheading discussions on art, culture, and the economics of making a living in the arts.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • Robyn Hitchcock

    Excellent excellent talk with the legend. Could have listened to another hour of this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oceansize40
    United States2 months ago
  • Frustrating listen

    Learned more about the interviewer than Jessica Dobson. A fair amount of talking over her, talking way too much about himself, and leading conversations.

    Sound quality was great; guest was cool. Would benefit substantially from studying up on great interviewers.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Steamed Beets
    United States4 months ago
  • Great Stuff!

    Really great to find out about this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jdginstagramz
    United States6 months ago
  • 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 Statesa year 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

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    blhummel
    United States3 years ago

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Great mix of guests and practical insights for indie creatives.
Thoughtful, candid interviews with a strong sense of community and craft.
Listeners appreciate the focus on sustainability and long-term art practice.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

WAIM 166: John Gallagher, Jr.
Q: What was it like balancing theater with a burgeoning music career during Spring Awakening's run?
He explains the intense schedule, eight shows a week, and how he kept music going in parallel by booking late-night gigs and collaborating with bandmates.
WAIM 166: John Gallagher, Jr.
Q: Let's start at the beginning. Delaware, right?
Yes, that's right, and we discuss growing up there, family influences, and how the region shaped his early exposure to art and music.
WAIM 161: Author Mike Miley on David Lynch's America
Q: Before we let you go, can we talk about the two specific examples you give in the book of artistic influence on people who are working post-Lynch-ish?
Mike Miley explains how Lynch influenced writers like David Foster Wallace and pop musicians such as Lana Del Rey, illustrating how Lynch's themes, imagery, and use of pop culture reframe other artists' work and create new, complex dialogues with audiences.
WAIM 159: Robyn Hitchcock (Re-Air)
Q: Is the road still fun after all these years?
He expresses ongoing passion for performing, noting improvements in how he communicates with audiences and the gratification of surprising long-time fans while continuing to find fresh energy in live shows.
WAIM 159: Robyn Hitchcock (Re-Air)
Q: Do you find it a struggle not to work when you're in the middle of creating art?
He describes an intrinsic compulsion to create, likening himself to an animal that must produce art, and explains the necessity of channels like memoir and social platforms to express and contextualize his work.

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Across episodes, the show centers on the realities, rituals, and rewards of pursuing art in the modern age. Conversations consistently explore DIY culture, long-running creative partnerships, touring life, and the economics of making a living from music and culture. Guests range from indie musicians and label founders to journalists and archivists, offering practical insights on craft, collaboration, stewardship of legacy, and building sustainable creative practices. The vibe tends toward thoughtful, candid storytelling that pairs personal memory with actionable takeaways for artists, managers, and PR pros seeking authentic, long-term engagement with audiences. A standout throughline is honoring craft and community while navigating the chan... more

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