TED Radio Hour The price of creativity
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Nov 7, 2025 Yancey Strickler, the co-founder of Kickstarter and a champion for the creator economy, shares insights on how creativity has evolved into a national priority. He discusses the historical investments that shaped today's creative culture and the impact of crowdfunding on connecting artists directly with their audiences. Yancey introduces the concept of the A-Corp, a new legal structure aimed at supporting artists financially. The conversation also explores AI's dual role in creativity, challenging norms while offering accessibility.
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Creativity Was Invented As Policy
- Creativity as a concept was actively shaped post-WWII to promote individualism and problem-solving.
- That public investment seeded today's widespread emphasis on creative culture.
Concert Idea Sparked Kickstarter
- Perry Chen pitched pre-selling tickets for a concert and only held the show if it sold out.
- That simple experiment helped inspire Kickstarter's crowdfunding model.
Platforms Shifted Power To Creators
- Kickstarter shifted power from gatekeepers to individual creators and fans.
- That change unlocked a flood of creative projects and direct audience support.
