The Playing Possum Podcast
The Playing Possum Podcast
Podcast Description
Playing Possum Collective is the brain-child of three queer-identified visual artists, Kacey Montgomery, a photographer and multimedia artist, Katherine Edmonds, a woodworker, designer, and educator, and Jamey Hudnall, a painter. The collective’s name comes from the phrase “playing possum,” which echoes our mission statement: Helping creatives be creative when you feel like playing dead. Specifically, the phrase means to pretend to be asleep or deceased when threatened, and at times, as creatives, we desire to hide our work and ourselves, to not be seen by the world out of fear and anxiety. This reflex to creative output creates roadblocks that inhibit production, connection, success, and general well-being. The three of us have bonded over this universal struggle and desire to develop a space of support and conversation to discuss these struggles openly with other creatives. As visual artists, we know how important it is to tell your story and share your work, and we believe that in supporting others, this project will also help us avoid playing dead and continue working to share our own stories.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast delves into topics such as procrastination, community engagement, and the emotional struggle of sharing art. Recent episodes include discussions on the challenges of the creative process, featuring takeaways on the importance of genuine connections over social media interaction. Examples of specific episodes focus on themes like handling creative blocks, the pressures of visibility, and collaborative projects between artists.
Playing Possum Collective is the brain-child of three queer-identified visual artists, Kacey Montgomery, a photographer and multimedia artist, Katherine Edmonds, a woodworker, designer, and educator, and Jamey Hudnall, a painter. The collective’s name comes from the phrase “playing possum,” which echoes our mission statement: Helping creatives be creative when you feel like playing dead. Specifically, the phrase means to pretend to be asleep or deceased when threatened, and at times, as creatives, we desire to hide our work and ourselves, to not be seen by the world out of fear and anxiety. This reflex to creative output creates roadblocks that inhibit production, connection, success, and general well-being. The three of us have bonded over this universal struggle and desire to develop a space of support and conversation to discuss these struggles openly with other creatives. As visual artists, we know how important it is to tell your story and share your work, and we believe that in supporting others, this project will also help us avoid playing dead and continue working to share our own stories.
July 15, 2025
Playing Possum Podcast
Mini (Pride) Episode 6: Fire in the Restaurant
Keywords
art, challenges, pricing, bartending, pride month, creative projects, memories, storytelling, LGBTQ, friendship
Summary
In this episode, Kat and Jamey share light-hearted banter before diving into deeper discussions about the challenges of being an artist, including pricing and self-worth. They reminisce about their bartending experiences during Pride Month, highlighting the significance of LGBTQ spaces. The conversation shifts to a creative project they worked on together, exploring their shared memories and perspectives. A pivotal story about a fire incident at a restaurant serves as a metaphor for the challenges of being seen in queer spaces. The episode concludes with reflections on friendship and the importance of reconnecting with old friends.
Takeaways
Art is harder to make than to play dead.
Pricing art can be a challenge for many artists.
Bartending experiences can be both fun and challenging.
Pride Month is a time to celebrate LGBTQ identities.
Creative projects can help explore shared memories.
The way we remember events can differ significantly.
Being seen before you’re ready can be daunting.
Friendship plays a crucial role in personal growth.
Reconnecting with old friends can be meaningful.
Stories from the past can shape our present identities.
Titles
Art and Its Challenges
Pride Month Reflections
Sound bites
“Take your art from you.”
“I was so sleepy, I was like, no.”
“Happy Pride Month!”
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Greetings
01:50 Art and Pricing Challenges
05:26 Bartending Stories and Pride Month
09:06 Creative Projects and Storytelling
11:30 Recollections of Youth and Queer Spaces
19:03 The Fire Incident at Cow Tippers
25:22 Reflections and Closing Thoughts
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