The Playing Possum Podcast

12-16-25  Episode 14: Season 1 Wrap up!  Is Everyone’s Mustache in Order?  Keywords   professional artists, support for artists, artistic development, Seth Rolland, Guild of Oregon Woodworkers Summary   The Return to Education Kacey shares her experience of going back to university after a break. She is pursuing an interdisciplinary degree with a focus on women's studies and queer theory. The tran...

11-18-25 Mini-sode 10: Just Jamey - Take 2   Keywords solitude, personal growth, family, loss, memory, change, community, writing, art, Natchez Summary In this episode of Jamey's Dream House, Jamey reflects on the importance of solitude, personal growth, and the impact of family and loss. He shares insights from his life in Natchez, Mississippi, exploring themes of memory, change, and the signific...

11-5-25  Mini-sode 9: The Troll Earring Incident: A Spooky Sacrifice with Jamey and Kat   Keywords   solitude, relationships, Halloween, nostalgia, ghost stories, haunted house, childhood memories, creativity Summary   In this episode of Playing Possums, Kat and Jamey explore themes of solitude, relationships, and nostalgia, they share a spooky Halloween story from their childhood. They each share...

10-21-25 Episode 13: You Tell the Truth & Everyone Loves You, Kerry Rose Graning!   See Kerry's work via her website and her Instagram .      Keywords   art, writing, creativity, whodunit, performance, community, personal experiences, imposter syndrome, artistic journey, art, documentary, filmmaking, self-expression, family, creativity, authenticity, feedback, failure, networking Summary   In...

10-8-2025 Episode 12: I Am Gonna Sound Like an Old Person Yelling at a Cloud with Amy Clem Find Amy Clem's work at https://dirtyprettyartwear.com/ Keywords artist, jewelry, creativity, business, community, queer visibility, success, inventory management, artistic process, resilience   Summary   In this engaging conversation, Kat Edmonds and Amy Clem explore the multifaceted journey of being a work...

September 22, 205  Mini-Sode 8: It Will Melt Your Face Off and Make You Stink Forever Keywords storytelling, childhood memories, creative projects, small business, snow day, adventures   Summary In this engaging conversation, Kat and Jamey reflect on their childhood memories, particularly focusing on a memorable snow day adventure. They discuss the creative projects they are currently working on a...

In this episode of the Playing Possum Podcast, hosts Kacey and Jamey engage in a lively conversation with Eric J. Meow, a photographer known for his work with large format cameras and his unique approach to capturing the world around him. They discuss the origins of his brand, Conspiracy of Photographers, his passion for vinyl collecting, and the tactile nature of his artistic process. Eric shares...

In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore various themes surrounding creativity, personal projects, and the dynamics of retail work. They discuss the challenges and joys of managing time effectively, the importance of collaboration in creative endeavors, and the significance of vulnerability in artistic expression. The conversation also touches on the need for queer representation in media...

August 11, 2025  Playing Possum Podcast  Episode 10: Becoming a phenomenal lesbian with Anne Magratten Keywords art, craft, identity, education, feedback, validation, gender dynamics, community, creativity, self-promotion Summary In this conversation, the possums explore with guest artist Anne Magratten the multifaceted nature of art and craft. They discuss their personal journeys in finding a hap...

July 15, 2025  Playing Possum Podcast  Mini (Pride) Episode 6: Fire in the Restaurant  Keywords   art, challenges, pricing, bartending, pride month, creative projects, memories, storytelling, LGBTQ, friendship Summary   In this episode, Kat and Jamey share light-hearted banter before diving into deeper discussions about the challenges of being an artist, including pricing and self-worth. They remi...

July 1, 2025  Playing Possum Podcast  Pride-isode 9: Truth or Possum: A Game of Revelations.    Keywords Pride, LGBTQ+, art, queerness, personal stories, community, creativity, identity, protest, self-expression Summary In this lively conversation, the hosts celebrate Pride Month, sharing personal experiences and reflections on their identities. They discuss their experiences at Pride events, the...

Watch Kat's artist video on our YouTube!   In this episode, Kat and Kacey explore the complexities of creativity, collaboration, and self-perception. They discuss the surreal nature of dreams, the challenges of creative projects, and the importance of storytelling in art. The conversation delves into the dynamics of gender in creative fields, the sacrifices artists make, and the journey towards se...

May 27, 2025  Playing Possum Podcast  Episode 8: Wringing Out the Shame Sponge with Forrest Johnson   Keywords Skateboarding, fashion, crushes, creativity, identity, DIY, comics, podcast, Forrest Johnson, makerspace, woodworking, community, creativity, perfectionism, decolonization, self-expression, art, personal growth, rejection, skill development, self-expression, emotional boundaries, shame, a...

May 15, 2025  Playing Possum Podcast  Mini Episode 4: Just Jamey    Keywords art, identity, self-discovery, grief, family, legacy, creativity, love, personal journey, podcast Summary   In this episode, Jamey from the Playing Possum Collective shares a personal narrative reflecting on his journey as an artist, the struggles with identity, the impact of grief, and the importance of family connection...

Check out the delicately beautiful work of Duncan Ellinwood on:  Substack   Bluesky   YouTube     Summary In this engaging conversation, Kat and Kacey are joined by Duncan Ellinwood to explore the intersections of baking, woodworking, and community. Duncan shares his journey from baking to chair making, emphasizing the importance of ambidexterity in both crafts. The discussion delves into the evol...

Call for Submission: Phalanger Magazine Issue #1   Interested in online work together sessions with the Possums?  Sign up for our newsletter for upcoming dates!   In this conversation, Kat Edmonds and Kacey Montgomery explore the complexities of success, particularly for individuals who may not fit the traditional mold. They discuss the fear of success and how it can feel dangerous, especially in...

Check out Tori’s work!  https://www.toritinsley.com/ Follow her on blue sky  https://bsky.app/profile/toritinsley.bsky.social Or instagram if you must  https://www.instagram.com/tori.tinsley   Summary In this engaging conversation, Tori Tinsley shares her artistic journey, exploring the personal themes that shape her work. The discussion delves into the challenges and benefits of working from home...

February 24, 2025  Playing Possum Podcast Mini - Episode 4: Deep Dark Creepy Soul   Jamey’s latest essay, Milepost 13: Moon River Cha Cha is available to enjoy now!    Kat’s writing Power of Pride : is available on their website.  Summary In this engaging mini-sode, Kat Edmonds and Jamey Hudnall explore their personal journeys in art and creativity, discussing the emotional challenges and triumphs...

February 10, 2025  Playing Possum Podcast Episode 4: The Albatross   "I think this table is like a mirror of my life." -Kat Summary: In this engaging conversation, the hosts discuss various personal updates, including weather conditions and community reactions, as well as Kacey's acceptance into Portland State University. They delve into the theme of procrastination, exploring its impact on creati...

Hosts Kacey and Jamey (Kat is on vacation) welcome film photography duo, Lisa Tang Liu and J. David Tabor, onto the podcast to chat about their project, Alchemy of the Unknowns. In the episode, we learn about Lisa and Dave as individual artists and their experience collaborating remotely on a double-exposure film project from Boston and Phoenix. We learn about Holga cameras, the importance of netw...

January 14th, 2025  Playing Possum Podcast  Mini-sode 2: Problematic Raisins   In this engaging conversation, hosts Katherine Edmonds and Kacey Montgomery explore the themes of creativity, vulnerability, and the insights of music producer Rick Rubin and his new book on creativity. They also discuss bagel preferences and problematic raisins. Other themes include the importance of emotional expressi...

December 31st, 2024  Playing Possum Podcast Episode 2: Starting Something New  In Episode 2, the possums, Kacey, Katherine and Jamey discuss starting something new! We discuss the trials and tribulations of recording our first episode. All the feelings that came up putting out the podcast. One of the failed attempts, Katherine just recorded herself only, so it's just 45 minutes of her agreeing wit...

Mini-sode 1 is here! Kat and Kacey hop into the studio to talk creative updates, western music, and self-actualization through developing your voice and skills.    Call to arms: Start taking up space in your craft. Don't wait to have all the necessary skills. You have to start somewhere!   Subscribe to the show to stay updated with the latest episodes and follow us on Instagram for all things Play...

Welcome to the first episode of the Playing Possum Podcast by Playing Possum Collective, a group of friends and artists that aim to inspire and motivate other artists to stop playing dead, dust off that possum musk, and create and share their art with the world! Be sure to subscribe to the channel to stay up-to-date with the most recent episodes. And get involved by following the Possums on Instag...

Dust off that musk and make some art!   We are the Playing Possum Podcast, a group of friends and artists that are creating a supportive community for fellow artists. We will talk about the struggles of showcasing work, creative processes, and interviews with professional artists and how they navigate the market.     Learn more about Playing Possum Collective at www.playingpossumcollective.com .  ...