Unwritten by Michael Jamin

When I first started writing A Paper Orchestra, the question I was most often asked was, “Do you plan on turning it into a TV show?I’m touring with my one-man show, A Paper Orchestra. Come see me!Seattle, WA: February 20-23, 2025Berkeley, CA: February 25, 2025Hollywood, CA: June (tickets coming soon)What the Hell is Michael Jamin Talking About? is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, I talk about writing a story about my college reunion. And looking at it through a specific lens.I’ve also added two more cities to my tour:Seattle, WA: Feb 20-23, 2025Berkeley, CA: Feb 25michaeljamin.com/ticketsMeet and greet after the show. I hope to meet and greet you!What the Hell is Michael Jamin Talking About? is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe

This week I talk about my giant bout with imposter syndrome.Links to purchase my book, A Paper Orchestra, can be found on michaeljamin.comWhat the Hell is Michael Jamin Talking About? is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe

I’m constantly on the lookout for new stories to write about. Because I write personal essays, I’m looking for an event that triggers an emotional response from me. Without the emotional response, it’s an anecdote. That anecdote might be part of a larger story, but it’s not the story itself.Listener’s Note: I reference my book, A Paper Orchestra.What the Hell is Michael Jamin Talking About? is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe

In this week’s episode, I explore the perils of comparing yourself to others… especially to a master.I also reference my collection of personal essays, A Paper Orchestra. Happy New Year, everyone! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe

This week I discuss:* Where’s the joy in this story?* Taking my one-man show, A Paper Orchestra, to the next level!See me on tour:michaeljamin.com/upcomingA Paper Orchestra just made the Editor’s Choice Award’s “Top 16 Books of 2024” This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe

I’m not great at celebrating small victories. It feels premature to me. And yet I always tell people to do just that.Here’s why I’m making an exception this time.What the Hell is Michael Jamin Talking About? is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe

A few months ago, I told an anecdote on social media about working at Bed, Bath & Beyond when I was in high school. It’s funny but not deep enough to make a great story. Here’s how I plan on fixing that:Mentioned in this episode: My collection of personal essays, A Paper Orchestra.What the Hell is Michael Jamin Talking About? is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe

We went to see a local production of John Patrick Shanley’s, “The Prodigal Son.” Here’s my big takeaway. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe

Touring info: michaeljamin.com/ticketsBook: michaeljamin.com/book This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe

Today’s thoughts: Why we need artists now more than ever.What the Hell is Michael Jamin Talking About? is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe

I just returned from NY and Chicago, where I was touring with my one-man show, A Paper Orchestra. This thought hit me hard. My next show is in Los Angeles on November 9, 2024 at Dynasty Typewriter.Catch me perform in your city.What the Hell is Michael Jamin Talking About? is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe

Today’s thoughts: Why I always advise emerging writers to write about “firsts.”What the Hell is Michael Jamin Talking About? is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe

Today’s thoughts: Why it’s so difficult to reinvent yourself… and some great advice I picked up along the way if you want to do so.For those interested, I reference “Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself” by Joe Dispenza.What the Hell is Michael Jamin Talking About? is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe

Read A Paper Orchestra This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit michaeljamin.substack.com/subscribe