We discuss Michael Jamin’s recent video on prioritizing writing over being “well rounded,” and Jon Meyers discusses Jamin’s book, A Paper Orchestra!

In episode 1, we advanced the notion that having hobbies enhances your writing and your life. Screenwriter Michael Jamin, who worked on King of the Hill among others, adds this in a new video: Writers should devote their free time to their craft. So we decided to talk about it!

What do you think? What should writers do in their free time?

Show notes

Flying pigs!

Michael Jamin discussion

Here is Michael Jamin’s book of personal essays, A Paper Orchestra.

Here is Michael Jamin’s video, “How do you pursue a creative career with a 9-5 job?”

Correction: Bill Idleson’s book is called Writing for Dough: Adventures of a TV Comedy Writer

For more on how Emily Brooks learned to get out of her bubble despite anxiety, see these posts from her mental health blog.

Hey Jon Meyers

Learn more about today’s secret topic here!

Call to Action

What time sucks do you need to get rid of so you can focus on writing? Respond in the comments!

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