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Windowsill Chats

Margo Tantau
Creativity
Art
Mental Health
Community Building
Entrepreneurship
Creative Entrepreneurship
Community
Burnout
Personal Growth
Surface Pattern Design
Grief
Authenticity
Art Education
Community Support
Taxes
Motherhood
Interior Design
Photography
Mindfulness
Storytelling

Windowsill Chats is a podcast for artists and creatives who are curious about what it's like to live, work & walk a creative path. You'll find honest stories, refreshing tips, artistic business advice and real conversations with global artists & makers just like you. Host Margo Tantau, a 30+ year Creative Director, Product Designer & maker, is a cheerleader for your success. Come grab a cuppa & jo... more

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This week, we're revisiting a favorite conversation from the Windowsill Chats archives with artist and surface designer Abby Jacobs.

As far back as she can remember, making art has been Abby's favorite thing to do—and some of the happiest times in ... more

Margo is joined by hand-drawn book cover illustrator Nosheen Ahmed for a conversation nearly a decade in the making. Margo first met Nosheen about nine years ago through portfolio reviews, when Nosheen was working as a dentist, raising her children, ... more

Margo is joined by Melissa Moore and Michele Matrisciani, co-authors of Killer in the Family: The Hidden Costs of Loving Someone the World Hates.

Melissa grew up in Spokane, Washington, and was sixteen when she learned that her father, Keith Jesper... more

Margo is joined by Dan Scott, co-founder and CEO of Spotlight Advisory Group, musician, lawyer, and longtime advisor to creatives. After decades spent both making art and advising some of the world's wealthiest individuals, Dan came to a powerful rea... more

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Recent Guests

Nosheen Ahmed
Illustrator specializing in hand-drawn book covers
Nosheen Designs (self-employed)
Episode: Full Circle: Reinventing Your Creative Identity Later in Life, with Nosheen Ahmed
Melissa Moore
New York Times bestselling author, executive producer, true crime documentary filmmaker
Independent/Various networks
Episode: You're Not Alone: Melissa Moore and Michele Matrisciani on the Hidden Costs of Loving Someone the World Hates
Michele Matrisciani
Award-winning author, founder of Bookchic LLC
Bookchic LLC
Episode: You're Not Alone: Melissa Moore and Michele Matrisciani on the Hidden Costs of Loving Someone the World Hates
Dan Scott
Co-founder and CEO of Spotlight Advisory Group, advisor to musicians and artists
Spotlight Advisory Group
Episode: Enough, Not More: Redefining Financial Freedom for Creatives, with Dan Scott
Louie Loops
Louie Messenger, self-taught crochet designer, artist, game designer, founder of Club Crochet
Club Crochet
Episode: My Creativity Is My Talent: Louie Loops on Turning a Crochet Hook Into Games, Stories, and a Creative Empire
Michael Coy
Friend of Petra and co-lead on the project
Petra Mathers' circle
Episode: From Death of an Artist | Petra Mathers and Her Michael
Petra Mathers
Subject of the season; artist and author
Children's book illustrator
Episode: From Death of an Artist | Petra Mathers and Her Michael
Michael Braske
Friend of Petra and Michael
Petra Mathers' circle
Episode: From Death of an Artist | Petra Mathers and Her Michael
Marcia Etro
Customer and friend encountered in episode
Paramount Drug (Astoria)
Episode: From Death of an Artist | Petra Mathers and Her Michael

Host

Margo Tantau
Host of Windowsill Chats

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 621 ratings
  • This podcast has lost all credibility

    I was absolutely shocked to listen to the latest podcast. Using AI in any form as an artist is completely unethical and I’m horrified that you are encouraging the use of a cognitive decline machine, built on the theft of creatives to enrich billionaires. Not to mention the environmental impacts and waste of resources. Normalising the use of ai in this manner is disgusting. As someone with a large platform you have a responsibility to maintain ethical standards and this is truly shameful.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    IronMaven80
    Australia7 months ago
  • A Masterpiece

    Margo’s collection of interviews is a masterpiece! Listening to them is inspiring. I enjoy how Margo supports and encourages her guests as she brings out the best of their knowledge and experiences to share with the rest of us. I appreciate the work of this very genuine host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AKHS13
    United States7 months ago
  • Creative Reality

    Your show has a lovely authenticity that plops the listener right into the conversation. I particularly enjoyed listening to your recent episode with the fabulous Ashley Lohr. Tenacity and flexibility are key to making a creative life that looks like you wish.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lisa Schramek Adams
    United States8 months ago
  • Energised

    This was the most exciting podcast that I have listened to in a while. I feel excited and energised and am driven to increase my efforts to help the sceptics see how important creativity is not just on a personal level but for communities locally and globally. I’ve already listened twice and am storing this podcast for a third listening when I need a creative boost. Thanks so much.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Journeyingdi
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Beautiful podcast

    I’ve been listening to Windowsill Chats for a few years now as I’ve been working on finding my place in the creative space, and Margo and her guests always offer hope, inspiration, encouragement and a safe place when I need it most. Thank you so much for creating this comforting space and for sharing your experiences with all of us ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _christine.graham
    Canada9 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some listeners voice concerns about ethics around AI in creative work and perceive occasional misalignment with their values, though this is not the majority view.
Listeners praise the host and guests for authentic, warm conversations that feel like a friendly, inspiring chat with fellow creatives.
Audience benefits from practical takeaways and mindset shifts for building a creative practice.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#217
Australia/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#144
New Zealand/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#202
Chile/Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Full Circle: Reinventing Your Creative Identity Later in Life, with Nosheen Ahmed
Q: I would love to know a little bit more about your new book, Living Creatively in a Non-Creative World. Who is it for, and what do you wish someone had handed you 20 years ago?
The book is for people who feel typecast or like they don't belong in their creative world, showing that you can still be creative in a non-creative job and that you can blend both worlds with grace. It emphasizes accepting dual identities, giving yourself permission to be creative where you are, and finding everyday moments of creativity even when life is busy.
My Creativity Is My Talent: Louie Loops on Turning a Crochet Hook Into Games, Stories, and a Creative Empire
Q: What are the biggest risks right now for Crochet Goomis and why publish at Quadril?
Louie discusses fear of market reception, the need for a partner who understands his artistic goals, and choosing Quadril because they align with his vision for a beautiful, purposeful book rather than a quick cash grab.
My Creativity Is My Talent: Louie Loops on Turning a Crochet Hook Into Games, Stories, and a Creative Empire
Q: How did Club Crochet evolve into a broader universe with a book and a game?
The idea started as a simple crochet subscription and evolved into a storytelling universe, with a book that frames patterns as part of a world, and a trading-card game that expands the book's narrative and engagement.
My Creativity Is My Talent: Louie Loops on Turning a Crochet Hook Into Games, Stories, and a Creative Empire
Q: What sparked your initial love of crochet and how did it become your life's work?
Louie explains growing up creative, learning crochet in high school, and recognizing the potential to turn craft into a bigger enterprise through pattern writing, video tutorials, and commissions that supported him through college and beyond.
You're Not Alone: Melissa Moore and Michele Matrisciani on the Hidden Costs of Loving Someone the World Hates
Q: Michele, what brought you to this work? How did you meet Melissa?
Michele explains she started in journalism and publishing, then collaborated with Melissa after a preliminary Zoom and brainstorming sessions, leading to a strong creative synergy that shaped multiple books.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Windowsill Chats

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

A warmly hosted show that centers on creative livelihoods, crafts, and the practicalities of building a life around making art. Episodes frequently explore publishing, storytelling, collaboration, and turning passion into a sustainable business, with guests spanning illustration, design, photography, ceramics, textiles, and curatorial practice. The host tends to spotlight community, joy, and slow, deliberate growth over hype, often inviting guests to share tangible strategies for creative entrepreneurship, career pivots, and the emotional realities of creative work. A notable strength is the diverse roster of guests from multiple art disciplines, plus a calm, encouraging interview style that helps listeners feel part of a creative community... more

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Recent guests on Windowsill Chats include:

1. Nosheen Ahmed
2. Melissa Moore
3. Michele Matrisciani
4. Dan Scott
5. Louie Loops
6. Michael Coy
7. Petra Mathers
8. Michael Braske

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