Art is the New Wall Street
We were sold a specific version of success. Get the degree. Climb the ladder. Hit the milestones. For artists and creatives, that plan usually comes with a quiet cost: the slow shrinking of the thing that makes you you.
Art is the New Wall Street is a podcast hosted by poet and creative director, Morgan Short for creatives who are done making their art fit around their life and are ready to build their life around their art. Every month, Morgan talks with musicians, writers, photographers, designers, dancers, and others who made that shift. Honest conversations about what it takes and what becomes possible when you do.
The show covers creative identity, creative process, imposter syndrome, leaving inherited ideas of success behind, and what it actually looks like to build a more fulfilling life.
Art is the New Wall Street
Who Are You, Really? Beyond Names and Titles
Use Left/Right to seek, Home/End to jump to start or end. Hold shift to jump forward or backward.
In our inaugural episode, "Who Are You Really? Beyond Names and Titles," host Morgan Short takes listeners on a personal journey, exploring the essence of identity beyond conventional labels.
This solo episode peels back the layers of Morgan’s life, revealing the pivotal moments and questions that have shaped her creative and personal path. From confronting the relationship with achievement and love to embracing the fear of the new, Morgan shares her insights into the creative process, the power of storytelling, and the courage to live authentically. It’s a heartfelt invitation to artists and dreamers to redefine success and embrace their true selves.
- Introduction to Art is the New Wall Street [0:00]
Narrated intro that outlines the podcast's mission, aiming to empower artists and creatives by redefining success and the value of art in society. - The Challenge of Self-Introduction Without Labels [2:00]
Morgan shares how she would introduce herself without mentioning her name or profession, emphasizing connections and creativity over conventional status. - The Link Between Achievement and Love [5:00]
Reflecting on personal conversations and realizations about the pursuit of success, Morgan discusses the impact of societal expectations on self-worth and relationships. - Embracing New Beginnings and Overcoming Fear [8:00]
A candid look into Morgan's thoughts on fear, control, and the liberation found in embracing the unknown and the beauty of being a beginner. - The Power of Creativity and Art in Society [12:00]
Morgan advocates for the transformative role of art and creativity in challenging societal norms and inspiring change, proposing a future where creativity is as influential as commerce. - Habits, Routines, and the Creative Process [15:00]
A discussion on how discipline and structure can coexist with creativity, offering insights into Morgan's personal habits that foster a productive creative environment.
This episode is more than an introduction; it's an open door to a community where art is celebrated, stories are shared, and creativity is the true currency. Remember, your art is not just a part of you; it's a gift to the world. Keep creating, keep dreaming, and let's reshape society together.
- Subscribe at artisthenewwallstreet.com and on YouTube
- Learn more about host and producer, Morgan Short
- Follow us on Tik Tok, Instagram, and Facebook
- Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts
Keep creating, keep making art. Your art is a gift to you and to the world.