#31 Future Capitalism – Broke Artist

In episode #31 of the Great Intentions Podcast, hosts Jonas Lund and Roel Wouters delve into the complexities of artistic identity, the challenges of navigating uncertainty, and the impact of digital culture on creativity and parenting. Roel shares his transition from a structured company to being a free artist, emphasizing the importance of autonomy and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with being an artist. The conversation explores various options for future projects, the concept of cultural scarcity in relation to parenting, and the need for balance in accessing culture. Both hosts reflect on their artistic journeys, the hustle of freelance work, and the role of gratitude in maintaining perspective during uncertain times.01:55 Transitioning from Employment to Freelance05:57 Exploring Options for Future Work11:55 The Challenges of Creative Entrepreneurship18:04 Navigating Uncertainty and Future Directions24:11 Navigating Artistic Endeavors During Crisis25:54 The Weight of Doubt and Motivation26:51 The Evolution of Artistic Practice30:00 Shifting Focus: From Institutional Critique to Societal Reflection32:42 The Freedom and Burden of Artistic Autonomy34:22 Finding Gratitude in Challenging Times35:05 Parenting in the Digital Age38:47 Cultural Scarcity and Its Impact on Creativity41:30 The Overload of Cultural Production45:10 The Future of Media and Cultural Landscape⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Great Intentions Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jonas Lund ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠& ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Roel Wouters⁠