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PODCAST

Stream of Art

Robyn Lester and Michelle Monette

Welcome to the Stream of Art Podcast! Join us as we chat openly about creativity, productivity, and personal and professional growth. This podcast is hosted by visual artist Robyn Lester and musician Michelle Monette.

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21:24

Solo Michelle Episode 4 - 5 Tips for Learning...

Stream of Art ·

2025/10/30

Inspired by her recent adventures with cooking and baking, Michelle shares 5 tips to help you when you’re learning something new. Recorded on October 30th, 2025 Timestamps: [0:20] Intro [3:03] Tip 1: Plan and prepare [5:49] Tip 2: Enjoy the process [9:56] Tip 3: Don't be afraid to make mistakes [12:17] Tip 4: Use resources and also develop your own instincts [14:25] Tip 5: Refine what you already do and also broaden your repertoire [19:35] Outro Resources, references, and further

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20:51

Solo Michelle Episode 3 - Art as Self-Care

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2025/10/23

In this solo episode, Michelle makes the case for why engaging in art is an important form of self-care. Recorded on October 23rd, 2025 Timestamps: [0:20] Intro [0:52] Art as self-care [8:07] Self-care is about feeling better [14:11] If you're feeling resistance [15:53] I'm giving you permission [16:53] Taking in art [18:23] Conclusion and final thoughts [19:18] Outro Links: Learn more about Robyn at https://www.robynlester.com/ Learn more about Michelle at

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26:39

Solo Michelle Episode 2 - It's Okay to Change Your Mind

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2025/10/16

Michelle returns for another solo episode to reflect on why changing our minds can be a challenge and when it’s important to lean into change.Recorded on October 16th, 2025 Timestamps: [0:19] Intro [1:34] Story 1 [6:28] New lesson and mentorship offers [17:41] Story 2 [25:06] Outro Resources, references, and further exploration: Blog post - What If?: https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/post/what-if Blog post - How I Healed My Relationship With Music:

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30:34

Solo Michelle Episode 1 - Musical Flourishing and...

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2025/09/02

In this solo episode, Michelle shares her current thoughts on musical flourishing and her new music mentorship offerings. Recorded on September 2nd, 2025 Resources, references, and further exploration: ”How I Healed My Relationship With Music” - Blog Post by Michelle: https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/post/how-i-healed-my-relationship-with-music Links: Learn more about Robyn at https://www.robynlester.com/ Learn more about Michelle at https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/ Explore music

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01:36:44

Episode 36 - Change (Season 1 Finale)

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2024/12/18

In our season one finale, we tackle the topic of change—how do we handle our everchanging lives and selves, and how might be approach making changes in an effective way? Our conversation leads us to discussions on grief, articulating our needs, and how to better support people. Robyn goes to see the Trans Siberian Orchestra and Michelle loves that she doesn’t have to shovel. Recorded on December 8th, 2024 Timestamps: (0:20) Intro (0:42) Robyn’s check-in (4:54) Michelle’s check-in (12:45) Main

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01:03:16

Episode 35 - Rest

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2024/11/26

In a society that lionizes “hustling” and “the grind”, rest can feel like a revolution. In this episode, we talk about the different types of rest, why rest is important, and how we think about it in our own lives. We also dive into why modern work isn’t working for our brains and how it makes it harder for us to rest and recover the way we need. Robyn sees the wonderful poet Shane Koyczan live and Michelle tries to save (digital) fox cubs from extinction. Recorded on November 24th,

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01:15:15

Episode 34 - Self-Love

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2024/11/13

This episode was inspired by Michelle’s reading of Matthew Hussey’s book Love Life. We share our thoughts on self-love and explore some of Matthew’s ideas on self-love. Robyn gets some more sleep and Michelle goes to see Jordan Rakei.Recorded on November 10th, 2024 Timestamps: (0:20) Intro (0:47) Robyn’s check-in (4:28) Michelle’s check-in (11:20) Main topic: Self-love (27:50) Could having core confidence stop us from doing things? (41:29) Focusing on the day-to-day (51:33) Building core

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54:18

Episode 33 - Acceptance and Managing Expectations

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2024/11/07

In this episode, we discuss the role acceptance plays in being able to manage the expectations we have about ourselves and our lives. Robyn says “yes, and” to more acting and improv classes, and Michelle finishes writing a song. Recorded on November 3rd, 2024 Timestamps: (0:20) Intro (0:48) Robyn’s Check-In (3:17) Michelle’s Check-In (13:23) Main topic: Acceptance and managing expectations (51:05) Outro and our intentions for the next couple of weeks Resources, references, and further

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01:00:19

Episode 32 - Self-Sabotage: How We Keep Ourselves Stuck

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2024/10/10

In this episode, we discuss the ways we unintentionally hold ourselves back. We explore the importance of understanding ourselves when it comes to addressing unhelpful patterns, and share some of the things we might tell ourselves that repeatedly get in our way. Robyn rewatches Buffy and Michelle still loves her Kindle.Recorded on October 6th, 2024 Timestamps: (0:20) Intro (0:53) Robyn’s check-in (6:47) Michelle’s check-in (13:18) Main topic: Self-sabotage (29:05) What self-sabotage can look

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01:24:59

Episode 31 - Our Favourite Stories

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2024/09/24

Following on the heels of our last episode on stories, this week, we’re each sharing a few of our own favourite stories. We also share a quick overview of the songs from our September playlist. Robyn starts acting classes and Michelle loves her new Kindle. Recorded on September 22nd, 2024 Timestamps: (0:20) Intro (1:03) Robyn’s check-in (9:29) Michelle’s check-in (14:56) Main topic: Our favourite stories (16:05) Robyn: Harry Potter (23:10) Michelle: Dresden Files (29:31) Buffy tangent

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01:09:14

Episode 30 - Stories

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2024/09/12

Story time! We all love a good story, and in this episode, we explore why storytelling is such an important part of being human. We also also consider in what ways stories can work against us, and what constitutes a good story. Robyn arranges flowers and befriends Disney characters, and Michelle (finally!) cleans out her filing cabinet.Recorded on September 9th, 2024 Timestamps: (0:20) Intro (0:51) Robyn’s check-in (7:52) Michelle’s check-in (10:29) Robyn’s bonus fun/interesting thing (11:51)

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01:19:15

Episode 29 - Challenge Deep Dive

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2024/08/27

Life is full of challenges so in today’s episode, we each share a challenge we’re currently facing and what we’re doing to work through them. Robyn practices positivity and Michelle shares some appreciation for Mel Robbins. Recorded on August 25th, 2024 Timestamps: (0:18) Intro (0:57) Robyn’s check-in (5:37) Michelle’s check-in (8:29) Positivity (11:27) Main topic: challenge deep dive (14:01) Michelle’s challenge (46:48) Robyn’s challenge (1:12:49) Robyn’s next couple of weeks (1:13:44)

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01:35:58

Episode 28 - Nostalgia

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2024/08/13

Those were the days! In this episode, we explore nostalgia—how we experience it, and how it can get in the way of us being fully present and embodied in the moment. We also discuss the Olympics, gratitude, some of our favourite nostalgia triggers. Robyn is inspired by Céline Dion’s comeback performance and Michelle starts a morning walking routine. Recorded on August 11th, 2024 Timestamps: (0:27) Intro (0:58) Fun/interesting thing (11:46) Michelle’s win, challenge, and fun/interesting thing (31:29)

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59:41

Episode 27 - Artistic Identity

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2024/07/30

In this episode, we attempt to tackle the topic of artistic identity. What is it? When is adopting an artistic identity helpful, and when might it become an issue? Robyn’s dog turns to a life of crime, and Michelle is having a hard time writing the lyrics for a song. Recorded on July 20th, 2024 Timestamps: (0:30) Intro (0:46) Robyn’s fun/interesting thing (3:01) Michelle’s win, challenge, and fun/interesting thing (11:22) Summertime nostalgia (14:35) Main topic: artistic identity (19:24) The

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01:30:09

Episode 26 - Regret and "Shoulds"

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2024/07/16

In this episode, we explore regrets and “shoulds”. We consider in what ways they’re related, how they hold us back, and what perspectives might help us to live our lives more on our own terms. Robyn organizes her closet and Michelle goes to the movies.Recorded on July 14th, 2024 Timestamps: (0:28) Intro (0:50) Robyn’s win, challenge, and fun/interesting thing from the last two weeks (2:34) Michelle’s win, challenge, and fun/interesting thing from the last two weeks (8:12) SPOILER WARNING for A

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01:21:24

Episode 25 - 2024 Midpoint Check-In

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2024/07/02

In this episode, we reflect on the first six months of 2024 and share our plans for the rest of the year. Robyn has a successful art show (despite getting rained out!) and Michelle rekindles her love of reading. Recorded on June 30th, 2024 Timestamps: (0:33) Intro (0:52) Robyn’s win, challenge, and fun/interesting thing (3:57) Michelle’s win, challenge, and fun/interesting thing (10:20) Robyn’s 2024 check-in (31:17) Michelle’s 2024 check-in (1:10:36) Robyn’s plans for the next couple of weeks

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01:39:57

Episode 24 - Five of Our Favourite Creatives

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2024/06/11

In this episode, we each share five of our favourite creatives. Our conversation also delves into the benefits of laying out your influences, originality, and being part of an artistic lineage. Robyn gets hangry at a Renaissance fair and Michelle starts her drawing journey. Recorded on June 8th, 2024 Timestamps: (0:30) Intro (1:01) Michelle’s check-in (6:14) Robyn’s check-in (8:38) Main topic: 5 of our favourite creatives (10:54) Robyn - Karina Petersen (18:58) Michelle - Jordan Rakei (23:11)

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59:43

Episode 23 - Setting Up Your Creative Environment

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2024/05/28

Being intentional about how we set up our creative spaces can help keep us inspired to make art. In this episode, we suggest ways to make your creative space work for you, explore why creating in solitude might not be necessary for everyone, and why it’s important to not let less-than-ideal circumstances stop you from creating. Robyn continues her creative pause, and Michelle focuses on her album and career.Recorded on May 25th, 2024 Timestamps: (0:29) Intro (0:43) Check-in with Robyn (1:04)

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01:00:29

Episode 22 - Building a Creative Habit

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2024/05/14

In this episode, we tackle the topic of building a creative habit. We start by examining how habits work, with the help of James Clear’s book Atomic Habits, and then offer five strategies to help you get started building your own. Robyn plays Stardew Valley and Michelle begins a full life slow overhaul.Recorded on May 12th, 2024 Timestamps: (0:30) Intro (2:35) Robyn’s last few weeks (11:53) Michelle’s last few weeks (15:10) Notion, please sponsor us (15:31) Some albums to check out (16:03) Main

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44:40

Episode 21 - Mentally Regrouping - Part 2

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2024/04/30

Part two of our mental regroup episode. We pick up where episode 20 left off, sharing ideas for the podcast, identifying the problem with routines, and exploring why so many of us are struggling these days. Robyn prepares for a trip and Michelle longs for a life overhaul. Recorded on April 20th, 2024 Timestamps: (1:07) Podcast book club (3:13) Creative challenges (6:58) The problem with routines (10:38) A change of scenery (11:24) Mentally regrouping (19:37) A tough season (23:49) Having a positive

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