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Season 4 Ep 7 | Whitney Matheson | Talking Shop with the Queen of Pop

Season 4 Ep 7 | Whitney Matheson | Talking Shop with the Queen of Pop

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 In this wide-ranging, high-energy conversation, I’m overjoyed to connect with old pal Whitney Matheson—one of the most important and beloved pop culture writers of the past 25 years. Best known as the creator of Pop Candy, the groundbreaking USA Today blog that ran from 1999–2014, Whitney has built a career out of curiosity, enthusiasm, and the art of connecting people to the culture they love. Today she’s busier than ever with her Substack newsletter Hi, It’s Whitney, as well as short fiction, comics, and other creative projects. We cover a lot of ground, digging into her career trajectory, which doubles as a case study in the shifting fortunes of journalism, culture writing, and the arts in an era of technological disruption, late-stage capitalism, and diminishing opportunities for creatives. We discuss how writers and artists must adapt to survive, and how Whitney has continually reinvented herself without losing her distinctive voice. She has evolved, but she has also, miraculously, expanded. Our conversation touches on: The unique talent—and discipline—required to stay plugged into cultural trends while connecting them to the past and presenting them with infectious enthusiasm. How Whitney moves between different forms—short fiction, comics, culture criticism—and the different creative “head spaces” each demands. The role of “literary citizenship” and how championing the work of others strengthens the entire creative ecosystem. Why building and sustaining community is essential for creative resilience. The state of the humanities, the arts, and cultural criticism in today’s politically charged environment. Whitney’s take on AI: less concerned about its impact on creative expression, more worried about its wider societal consequences. The increasingly blurred lines between art, politics, and cultural engagement, and why creatives can no longer afford to be apolitical. More than a profile of Whitney’s career, this episode is a candid meditation on resilience, reinvention, and the enduring power of sharing what inspires you. Whether through a blog, a comic strip, or a newsletter, Whitney Matheson continues to embody the joy of discovery and the importance of connecting with an audience who cares. Subscribe to Whitney on Substack: Hi, it's Whitney culture, comix, rock 'n' roll, bananas By Whitney Matheson ABOUT WHITNEY MATHESON Instagram: @thewhitneymatheson Twitter: @whitneymatheson LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/whitneymathesonFacebook: Whitney MathesonWebsite: whitneymatheson.com ABOUT SOME THINGS CONSIDERED Award-winning author Sean Murphy in conversation with creative thinkers, spanning the literary, music, art, politics, and tech industries. As a cultural critic, professor, founder of a literary non-profit, Sean is always looking to explore and celebrate the ways Story is integral to how we define ourselves, as artists and human beings. This Substack newsletter and weekly podcast peels back the layers of how creativity works, why it matters, how our most brilliant minds achieve mastery. Join us to explore how our most successful and inspired storytellers engage by discussing craft, routines, brand, and mostly through authentic and honest expression. ABOUT HOST SEAN MURPHY Website: seanmurphy.net Substack: seanmurphy.live Twitter: @bullmurph Instagram: @bullmurph Facebook: facebook.com/AuthorSeanMurphy LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sean-murphy-4986b41
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