Songwriter Soup - Podcast Rankings and reviews

This podcast is about more than songwriting - it tackles the business of being a creative human being. If creating & thriving lights you up, start from the first episode and dive in. Laura, Dr. Empathy (aka Tracy), Kevin and their guests generously share the secrets of how to thrive while doing what you love: Wellness feeds great craft.

Their original intended audience might be a budding songwriter in Nashville, but the wisdom applies to all working creatives caring for themselves, their families, and their creative community. I'm a San Francisco working mother, design business owner, and late blooming songwriter. At my company we live by the phrase "Win at home, win at work. Win at work, win at home." This podcast captures the same spirit with wildly practical information and tips through relatable, vulnerable stories that would make Brene Brown stand up and cheer.

The intersection of commerce and art doesn't have to feel so scary when there are trusted mentors like these three willing to share real-life experience for those getting started - even a 40-something with a life-sized pile of stories to share.

Questions I still have though...
What does it actually mean when you 'turn in’ a song ? Is it a voice recording on somebody's phone? Is it a written sheet, a draft produced version made that day? What does it look and sound like?
Can you reuse part of a song that didn't get cut in a different co-write?

PS: I was so moved by Laura's comment about leaving for work travel and modeling "I want to go" for her kiddos. I haven't heard another working mother say it in that way besides me and it meant so much to hear this.

A must listen not only for Nashville songwriters, not only ALL songwriters, but for any creative that wants to find joy and thoughtfulness in their process, and to make sure they are making informed decisions about the business side of the art. I truly appreciate this.

Incredibly practical, insightful, and honest. I recommend you start from the beginning and listen sequentially. Each episode builds on the previous. Thank you Kevin, Laura, and Tracy for all your hard work!!

this podcast has taught me so much. going from knowing absolutely nothing about the music industry and how to get into the field of songwriting, to feeling confident in myself and in my abilities. thank you all so much for making this!