Art movements as disruptive examples

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In this episode, Kevin Tumlinson explores how creativity, storytelling, and human expression can stay ahead in a world where AI is becoming increasingly capable of recognizing and replicating patterns. Drawing on personal experiences and musings about the evolving writing industry, [Speaker A] discusses the need for creators to disrupt patterns, break formulas, and seek authenticity that machines can’t replicate. Whether packing for a big move during a Texas freeze or reflecting on the changing landscape of publishing, it’s a thought-provoking look at the future of storytelling.

Show links:

* Writers’ Inc. Podcast (writersincpodcast.com) – [Speaker A]’s other show, featuring author interviews and discussion

* Author Anchor (authoranchor.com) – VA service connecting authors with skilled virtual assistants

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Important Topics & Timestamps:

[00:00:01] – Introduction, Texas freeze & backdrop reveal

[00:01:08] – Packing, moving stories, and storage adventures

[00:02:27] – Weather, bitter cold & living with unpredictability

[00:03:20] – Writers’ Inc. Podcast mention

[00:04:18] – Why [Speaker A] shifted away from interviews on Wordslinger

[00:05:10] – Fun past podcast formats & spontaneous storytelling

[00:06:33] – How AI impacts creativity and the formulaic nature of writing

[00:10:17] – Pattern recognition as a human survival trait

[00:14:27] – The evolution of publishing & breaking old systems

[00:19:01] – Reinventing storytelling beyond formulas

[00:22:36] – Art movements that disrupted patterns in history

[00:23:38] – Authenticity, emotion, and embracing the soul in creative work

[00:25:07] – Wrap up, weather preps, and call to create with purpose

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