Ep. 13 - Lenses

Ep. 14 - Can't it just be a book

When I first started writing A Paper Orchestra [https://www.michaeljamin.com/book], the question I was most often asked was, “Do you plan on turning it into a TV show? I’m touring with my one-man show, A Paper Orchestra. Come see me! Seattle, WA: February 20-23, 2025 Berkeley, CA: February 25, 2025 Hollywood, CA: June (tickets coming soon) What the Hell is Michael Jamin Talking About? is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe [https://michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

Ep. 13 - Lenses

In this episode, I talk about writing a story about my college reunion. And looking at it through a specific lens. I’ve also added two more cities to my tour: Seattle, WA: Feb 20-23, 2025 Berkeley, CA: Feb 25 michaeljamin.com/tickets Meet and greet after the show. I hope to meet and greet you! What the Hell is Michael Jamin Talking About? is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe [https://michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

Ep. 12 - Imposter Syndrome

This week I talk about my giant bout with imposter syndrome. Links to purchase my book, A Paper Orchestra, can be found on michaeljamin.com [https://www.michaeljamin.com/book] What the Hell is Michael Jamin Talking About? is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe [https://michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

Ep. 11 - My Writing Process

I’m constantly on the lookout for new stories to write about. Because I write personal essays, I’m looking for an event that triggers an emotional response from me. Without the emotional response, it’s an anecdote. That anecdote might be part of a larger story, but it’s not the story itself. Listener’s Note: I reference my book, A Paper Orchestra. [https://www.michaeljamin.com/book] What the Hell is Michael Jamin Talking About? is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe [https://michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]

Ep. 10 - I compare myself, too

In this week’s episode, I explore the perils of comparing yourself to others… especially to a master. I also reference my collection of personal essays, A Paper Orchestra [https://www.michaeljamin.com/book]. Happy New Year, everyone! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe [https://michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]