Steal Like an Artist: Austin Kleon on Originality, Output, and Creative Momentum

How do you write something original when it feels like everything’s already been done? Austin Kleon (bestselling author of Steal Like an Artist, Show Your Work, and Keep Going) explains why originality isn’t invention, it’s selection. You take influence, you filter it through your taste, and you ship. We cover: The right way to “steal” ideas, structure, and style Why titles can wreck your creativity, and verbs fix it Consistency as a volume game (not a motivation game) How to document your process without turning into a content robot The input/output ratio most writers ignore If you’ve been stuck in perfectionism, comparison, or “this idea already exists,” this episode will get you moving again.