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Past Due with Ana Marie Cox and Open Mike Eagle

Ana Marie Cox and Open Mike Eagle
Creative Economy
Mental Health
Kamala Harris
Donald Trump
Democratic Party
Climate Change
Financial Stability
Voting Rights
Patreon
Gig Economy
Republican Party
Comedy
Mutual Aid
Unions
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Texas
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Trans Rights
Tim Walz
Capitalism

Ana Marie Cox and Open Mike Eagle explore what it takes to survive as a creative today. From juggling side gigs to redefining success, we dive into the real stories behind making a living when one job just isn’t enough

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Stand-up comedian and former NPR host Ophira Eisenberg joins us to talk about what happens after the salary ends. We get into public radio money, Sirius XM royalties, and the Gen X guilt of making content.

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Malcolm Barrett joins us to break down exactly how streaming, with it's shorter seasons, invisible metrics, and evaporating residuals, might be breaking the working actor.

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Comedian, writer, and union organizer Nato Green joins us to talk about 30 years of building worker power by day and doing stand-up by night, and why he's made peace with the fact that comedy will never be his primary income. Plus, how to negotiate a... more

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Actor, writer, and registered ER nurse Ambar Martinez joins us to talk about building a life out of two careers that are both all-consuming... and refusing to pick just one. We get into the economics of nursing your way through an acting career, how ... more

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Recent Guests

Malcolm Barrett
Actor, writer, comedian
Paramount Plus projects; Average Joe
Episode: Is the Industry the Worst It's Ever Been? with Malcolm Barrett
Nato Green
Comedian, writer, and union organizer
Union organizing and comedy
Episode: What Do Comedy and Union Organizing Have in Common? with Nato Green
Ambar Martinez
Actor, writer, producer, and registered emergency nurse
The Pit (HBO) / Medical advisor on set
Episode: What If the Backup Plan Was Never a Backup Plan? with Ambar Martinez
Jamie Feldman
Brooklyn-based co-host of Debt Heads, podcast about debt and policy
Debt Heads
Episode: How do You Get Into (and Out of) Debt? with Jamie Feldman and Rachel Webster
Rachel Webster
Brooklyn-based co-host of Debt Heads, podcaster
Debt Heads
Episode: How do You Get Into (and Out of) Debt? with Jamie Feldman and Rachel Webster
Rainesford Stauffer
Writer and reporter discussed in-depth about ambition, mental health, and careers in journalism
Author and journalist
Episode: What If Working Harder Was Never Actually the Answer? with Rainesford Stauffer
Alex Goldman
Co-creator of Reply All; creator of Hyperfixed
Hyperfixed / Reply All
Episode: Can You Rebuild After the Industry You Helped Build Collapses? with Alex Goldman
Connor Ratliff
Actor, comedian, podcaster known for Dead Eyes
Episode: Is It Possible to Make Peace With Rejection? with Connor Ratliff
Jackie Kashian
Stand-up comedian and podcaster, four decades on the road
Self
Episode: Can You Tour 45 Weeks a Year and Still Call It Love? with Jackie Kashian

Hosts

Ana Marie Cox
Host of Past Due; long-time interviewer and writer with a focus on political and cultural critique.
Open Mike Eagle
Co-host and performer; contributor to conversations on the intersection of art, politics, and culture.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 6.9k ratings
  • Vulnerability & Community

    Beautiful conversations that foster a safe place for vulnerability and create community. The hosts willingness to share about their personal experiences blooms real open discussions with the guests. The episodes provide equal insight into the industries the guests create within, and the shared humanity that unifies us living within a capitalist structure.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    good.golly.ms
    United States5 months ago
  • Figuring it out

    Really good at digging into how to do your stuff, be true to yourself, and support yourself and others all at the same time. No easy answers but plenty of great information!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    majkPPS
    United Statesa year ago
  • Brilliant + reassuring candor

    New favorite podcast— great guests, incredibly timely takes on evergreen factors of choosing a creative life/ career. Hard to describe how much insight, humor, and non-corny vulnerability these two + their guests bring to every episode. Deep dives punctuated by levity and breakthroughs that feel earned rather than performed. Loved the Tompkins and Loftus episodes most. Glad every episode ends on a note of sane uplift.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    factsheet7
    United Statesa year ago
  • Engaging discussions with people struggling in the gig economy

    Podcast Addict
    5
    curmudgeon
    a year ago
  • Norvegian who love Cox

    I have listened to and watched Cox since 2007, and I have loved 90 Days … and very much appreciate that she is making Another Day! ❤️❤️❤️❤️ Really, really liked the first episode. Comfort and strength! Cheers, Cecilie from Hvitsten, Norway

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    peters projection
    Norway2 years ago

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Is the Industry the Worst It's Ever Been? with Malcolm Barrett
Q: Malcolm, how are you today?
I'm doing great, and I'm feeling the energy in the room, though there's a lot on my mind about the industry and its direction.
What Do Comedy and Union Organizing Have in Common? with Nato Green
Q: What is the through line that connects union organizing and stand-up comedy, and how does Nato keep being optimistic in the face of hard times?
Nato explains that optimism comes from seeing people transform difficult circumstances into achievable outcomes, and that humor can illuminate truth without surrendering seriousness about struggle; the two worlds reinforce each other by centering those closest to the pain in finding solutions.
What If the Backup Plan Was Never a Backup Plan? with Ambar Martinez
Q: How did Ambar find a way to combine nursing with acting?
She transitioned by leveraging her nursing background to join on-set medical teams and to take roles that allowed her to stay connected with both worlds, gradually building a network that valued her dual expertise.
Is It Possible to Make Peace With Rejection? with Connor Ratliff
Q: When's the last time you were worried about covering your monthly expenses?
Ratlif talks about cycling between real financial pressure and having a cushion, explaining how he monitors a line in his bank account and how his income from acting, improv, and independent projects can be inconsistent, yet he stays focused on building sustainable, smaller-scale revenue streams.
How Do You Cover the Biggest Story of Your Life With No Institution Behind You? with Gillian Brockell
Q: What advice would you give freelancers navigating journalism today?
Diversify income sources, consider newsletters and one-off tips, and be willing to work with smaller outlets or independent platforms; maintain rigorous verification and resist pressure to dilute truth for access or funding.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Past Due

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

This show centers on surviving and thriving as a modern creator, often balancing multiple income streams while chasing meaningful work. Episodes explore debt, freelancing, and the economics of art, along with practical strategies for sustainable careers—from Patreon and coaching to licensing and side gigs. Conversations frequently orbit the realities of burnout, mental health, and navigating a changing media landscape, with guests who have built resilient practices across journalism, podcasting, comedy, photography, and storytelling. A notable throughline is redefining success beyond traditional popularity or corporate sponsorship, which makes it a compelling listen for creators, indie professionals, and industry watchers seeking candid, ac... more

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2. Nato Green
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8. Connor Ratliff

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