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.
Episodes
23 episodes
We Are Responsible for Each Other: Protecting Artists Across Generations
There is a version of the arts world where everyone shows up for each other. Where young artists have a safe place to practice, make mistakes, and figure out who they are before the world decides for them. Where elders are integral to creative ...
We Became Marketers to Get Paid for Our Creativity. What Went Wrong? | Creative Burnout with Amanda Jackson
A lot of marketers are just would-be artists who took the practical path. Think about it. We came in because we were good at writing, or design, or knowing instinctively what makes something feel right. We took creative risks. We cared about cr...
What Artists Can Do About ICE w/ Kyle Tran Myhre - Lessons from Minneapolis
ICE has been occupying Minnesota for weeks now. They are targeting workplaces, neighborhoods, and even schools. Protestors are being met with pepper spray and tear gas. Community members, including Renee Nicole Good and Alex Pretti, were killed...
Why My Word for the Year is SOVEREIGNTY
I’ve been trying to record this solo episode for weeks.I wanted to start the year with it. I wanted to begin 2026 grounded and clear.But since January 7th, I’ve felt paralyzed. Heavy. Like my nervous system can’t catch up with rea...
Astrology as Code: Beca Bagdocimo on Birth Charts, Collective Energy, and What's Coming in 2026
Something big is coming at the end of February, beginning of March 2026. An astrologer predicts “there will be literal fire” and “things will burn.”Beca Bagdocimo, aka The Code Fairy, reads bir...
Poetry, Healing, and Awakening with Felicia Clark
Important note: This episode includes conversation about trauma, depression, suicide, and substance use. Please take care of yourself. Listen cautiously or consider skipping this one if these subjects are triggering for you.Art is...
Why I Left Corporate After a Health Scare
I've been quiet for the last few months. There's a big reason for that. This summer, I was diagnosed with a rare neuroendocrine tumor called a paraganglioma. I had surgery in August. They removed four tumors. They weren't cancerous, and we caug...
Erika G. Musser: On Freelancing, ADHD, and Becoming the Niche
You can’t always see a breaking point from the outside. Erika G. Musser looked like she had it together. She was working in nonprofits, climbing the ladder, and doing everything by the book. But at home, she was unraveling. At one p...
The Society of Alternative Entrepreneurs with Katherine Pomfret
Are you feeling disconnected from your work? Curious about how creativity and passion can redefine success? Then this conversation is for you.In this episode of Art is the New Wall Street, host Morgan Short welcomes Katherine Pomf...
Art Over Hustle Culture - Season 2 Premiere
Art is the New Wall Street is BACK! Host Morgan Short kicks off season 2 with a solo episode summarizing season one, setting intentions for season two, and shedding light on the societal structures that often exploit rather than support us. ...
Capitalism’s Grip on Creativity and the Blurry Line Between Art and Content with Noah Lekas
What happens when creativity is forced to serve the machine? As capitalism demands productivity and social media rewards visibility, the line between art and content is questioned.In this episode of Art is the New Wall Street<...
AI’s Impact on Art, Creativity, and Human Identity with Dave Razor
How is AI changing the way we create, and what does that mean for what it is to be human? With machines now crafting images, writing stories, and even composing music, we’re left to ask: Is creativity still ours? And if it isn’t,...
Leave Your 9-5 to Light Up the World with Christiana Trapani
Feeling stuck in your 9-5? Wondering if there's more to life than your daily routine?Meet Christiana Trapani. A Ukrainian American with a marketing background, Christiana found herself in a decent job with a great team but felt a ...
The Art of Connection with Sarah Morris
Feeling disconnected from yourself or others? Craving community? Looking to reconnect with nature or your own inner artist?Meet Sarah Morris. She’s a Minneapolis-based singer-songwriter, who masterfully captures moments of profoun...
Emotional Resonance: Making Music that Strikes a Chord with Daniel the Violinist
Host, Morgan Short, welcomes Daniel Gilbert, affectionately known as Daniel Gilbert to episode 9 of Art is the New Wall Street. Daniel shares more about his musical journey, transitioning from early music lessons to becoming an acc...
Championing Inclusivity and Self-Love Through Art and Social Media with Mary Castillo
Ever felt invisible in the mainstream narratives of art and media? What if you could see the most real and raw aspects of yourself celebrated through art? That's the kind of magic Mary Castillo brings to every human who steps in front of her...
Balancing Masculine and Feminine Energies to Overcome Creative Blocks with Chelsea Kazmierczak-Goethel
As creatives we often experience the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. There are many reasons for this. We have deep sensitivities, moments of intense inspiration, periods of stagnation, and struggles in finding equilibrium.At tim...
Own Your Narrative and Craft Your Legacy with iLLism
The creative powerhouse duo behind iLLism, Envy and Fancy, join Morgan for an engaging conversation exploring music, creativity, community, and liberation. From their beginnings at AT&T, to becoming creative partners in life and art, Envy a...
Light, Humor, and Living Your Artistic Purpose with LeAnna Wurzer
From oil paintings and murals to the whimsical Wildly Inappropriate Card Series, Leanna Wurzer's story is a celebration of artistry, personal growth, and the power of art to illuminate the darkest corners of life. In this episode, ...
The Art of Noticing with Graham Bramblett
Learn all about Graham Bramblett, a musician whose path from Texas to Nashville and beyond is marked by profound transformations and the art of noticing the beauty in mundane moments. Graham shares his evolution as an artist, the t...
How to Overcome Fear, Break Free From Routine, and Embrace Childlike Wonder with Gabrielle Lulloff
Step into a world where whimsy meets wonder with Gabrielle Lulloff, the founder of Wance, on an episode that’s all about unleashing your inner child to break free from fear and routine. Gabrielle takes us back to the roots of cre...
Liberating Your Inner Artist with Devon Brazil
On today's episode, learn how to embrace your inner artist and forge a deep, meaningful connection with your creative genius and the world around you. Devon Brazil, a visionary in creative expression and human connection, guides us...
Who Are You, Really? Beyond Names and Titles
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...
