Past Due with Ana Marie Cox and Open Mike Eagle
Past Due with Ana Marie Cox and Open Mike Eagle
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Past Due with Ana Marie Cox and Open Mike Eagle
Episodes of Past Due
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Overworked, underpaid, & somehow still optimistic? Join us on "Past Due" as we navigate surviving an economy that doesn’t play fair. Starting May 7th, 2025.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The creative economy is broken, and yet, we’re still here. Past Due is a new podcast from Ana Marie Cox and Open Mike Eagle about what it really takes to survive as a creator today. One job isn’t enough, three still won’t cover your bills, and
In the final episode of Another Day, Ana Marie Cox and Open Mike Eagle unpack the quiet panic of not-quite-enough, from spreadsheets and therapy bills to racism, war, and creative burnout. Along the way, they talk literal and figurative agendas
Ana Marie Cox and Open Mike Eagle are working up something new—Past Due, a podcast about surviving the creative hustle. From side gigs to burnout, we’re digging into the real, messy, and sometimes ridiculous stories behind making a living today
What happens when living your dream doesn’t pay the bills? Ana and Open Mike Eagle talk about how unexpected gigs can save the day, but needing work still feels uncool. They reflect on shame, resilience, and the reality of making it as a creato
Ana left Substack. Mike loves Twitch. Both feel weird about it. Can you make stuff, get paid, and still sleep at night? This episode is about the messy ethics of making a living online.—For all episodes, exclusive content, and to join the con
Ana and Open Mike Eagle have been digging into what it actually takes to survive as a creative right now. We’re working on something special about all of this. And for those on the Patreon, we’ve got an exclusive look at our conversation with A
Ana and Open Mike Eagle break down the absurdity of tiny residual checks, the real value of labor, the power of unions, and how industries isolate workers to weaken organizing. And they reflect on the surreal Trump-Zelensky meeting—why it felt
Ana and Open Mike Eagle break down the weird, absurd, and infuriating ways politics and pop culture collide—from a TikTok song about a hostile government takeover to the frustrating reality of media grifts and viral fame. They dig into how labo
Ana and Open Mike Eagle break down the relentless grind of the gig economy, the weight of financial uncertainty, and why creative survival means constantly reinventing yourself. They unpack the fine line between making ends meet and losing your
Ana and Open Mike Eagle dig into the weight of too much—too much chaos, too much uncertainty, too many whelms. They unpack how trauma reshapes our coping mechanisms, the slow-motion gutting of democracy, and political burnout, while searching f
Ana and Open Mike Eagle explore the fine line between resilience and overextension—digging into rock climbing injuries, political burnout, and why real strength comes from sustainability, not just survival.Learn more about your ad choices. Vis
What do Elon Musk's trolling, rap beefs, and cancel culture have in common? Ana and February's "Co-Host in Residence," Open Mike Eagle, break it down, exploring public redemption, why some people 'fail up,' and what real accountability should l
Ana and Josh Gondelman explore the power of presence, reflecting on how connecting with others, embracing creativity, and asking for what you need transform everyday acts into resistance and joy.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon
Ana and comedian Josh Gondelman explore the challenges of navigating political turmoil and daily stress—unpacking the delicate balance between staying informed and staying sane in uncertain times.—For all episodes, exclusive content, and to j
Ana and semi-permanent guest co-host Josh Gondelman discuss the wildfires ravaging Los Angeles and their wide-reaching effects—unpacking the concept of empathic distress and how small, tangible actions can make a difference in overwhelming time
Ana welcomes Josh Gondelman as "Co-Host in Residence" to talk through New Year’s resolutions, the hidden cracks in media and entertainment industries, and the challenges of staying true to your values while navigating a world driven by shifting
Ana reflects on the cracks beneath her—both literal and metaphorical—as she recounts a week of uncertainty, resilience, and the bravery of asking for help, exploring what it means to find strength in imperfection and connection.Learn more abou
Ana takes on the strange, in-between days of the holiday season with a reflective mini-sode, unpacking her top five obsessions of 2024 and the small things that helped her get through a challenging year.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit
Musician Open Mike Eagle joins Ana to discuss the threat vibes-based politics pose to democracy while exploring the challenges of creativity in an economic wasteland, and the hidden joys of indie comics.—For all episodes, exclusive content, a
Andy Richter joins Ana to reflect on life in the public eye, navigating politics in a fractured America, and what mental health looks like, all while sharing insights from his podcast and reflections on progress and privilege.—For all episode
Andrew, Beau, and Ella join Ana for a candid behind-the-scenes look at Another Day, unpacking the emotional weight of the past 118 days, the challenges ahead, and the small acts of service and resilience that keep them moving forward.Learn mor
Talia Lavin, author of "Wild Faith,” joins Ana to explore the Christian Right’s terrifying ascendency of late, its influence on the incoming Trump administration, and what that means for women’s rights, bodily autonomy, and American democracy i
Talia Lavin, author of "Wild Faith,” joins Ana to explore the Christian Right’s terrifying ascendency of late, its influence on the incoming Trump administration, and what that means for women’s rights, bodily autonomy, and American democracy i
Jamil Smith joins Ana to explore the intersections of identity, politics, and personal grief, reflecting on the power of storytelling and the surprising lessons of "Star Wars."Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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