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EPISODE · Sep 1, 2026 · 42 MIN

Amie McNee on the transformative power of creativity, and her book 'We Need Your Art'

from First Read · host Penguin Books Australia

What happens when we share our art, no matter how imperfect? For artist and author Amie McNee, that's when the power of creativity truly begins to shine. In this enlightening conversation, we we talk about why so many of us need permission to create, what ambition looks like when it isn’t simply hustle culture in nicer clothes, and the stories artists inherit about money and ‘proper’ work. First, Read is hosted by Charle Malycon, and this episode's guest is Amie McNee. Produced by Liz Burnett. Video Production by Michael Windle and Isabella Francis. Additional research and scripting by Lydia Burgham. Theme song composed by Kieran Parker. Content co-ordination by Tiana Warner. Graphic design by Olivia Mead.

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