Internet People
Welcome to Internet People — a podcast for creatives, artists, and entrepreneurs who are smart, self-aware, and chronically online. Every week, we’ll serve up recs, rabbit holes, and deep dives to help you fuel your creative process and navigate the mindf*ck of being a creative person in the digital age.
Hosted by Anna Seirian and MJ Mayes, cofounders of Internet People — where creatives turn their little ideas into a big deal.
Latest episodes
Jul 15, 2025 • 33min
How to get over your bullsh*t and start posting without a plan [Substack 101]
In episode 3 of our Substack 101 series, we get into the fool-proof (and annoying!) secret to being consistent on Substack, how being cringed out by your blocks can be a good thing, the metaphor that will cure your craving for a niche once and for all.Links referenced in the episode:Substack School for Creative OverthinkersInternet People is a podcast for creatives, artists, and entrepreneurs who are smart, self-aware, and chronically online. Every week, we serve up recs, rabbit holes, and deep dives to help you fuel your creative process and navigate the mindf*ck of being a creative person in the digital age.💌 Sign up for the Internet People Newsletter🌀 Join our Virtual Coworking Club📱 Follow us on InstagramHosted by Anna Seirian and MJ Mayes, cofounders of Internet People — where creatives turn their little ideas into a big deal.
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Jul 8, 2025 • 34min
Why Substack is perfect for ADHD squirrels with a million interests [Substack 101]
Episode 2 of our Substack 101 series!We dive into WHO exactly will benefit from having a Substack, why a newsletter is the ultimate low-stakes creative practice, and why it’s the perfect platform for creatives who have new interests, opinions, and ideas every week.Substack School for Creative OverthinkersInternet People is a podcast for creatives, artists, and entrepreneurs who are smart, self-aware, and chronically online. Every week, we serve up recs, rabbit holes, and deep dives to help you fuel your creative process and navigate the mindf*ck of being a creative person in the digital age.💌 Sign up for the Internet People Newsletter🌀 Join our Virtual Coworking Club📱 Follow us on InstagramHosted by Anna Seirian and MJ Mayes, cofounders of Internet People — where creatives turn their little ideas into a big deal.
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Jul 1, 2025 • 32min
Why is everyone starting a Substack? [Substack 101]
In episode 1 of our new Substack 101 series, we dive into WTF Substack even is, how it’s different from other newsletter platforms, and why you (as a creative weirdo who’s constantly disgruntled by IG) should take advantage of it 👀Links referenced in the episode:Substack School for Creative OverthinkersHow I Built This: SubstackInternet People is a podcast for creatives, artists, and entrepreneurs who are smart, self-aware, and chronically online. Every week, we serve up recs, rabbit holes, and deep dives to help you fuel your creative process and navigate the mindf*ck of being a creative person in the digital age.💌 Sign up for the Internet People Newsletter🌀 Join our Virtual Coworking Club📱 Follow us on InstagramHosted by Anna Seirian and MJ Mayes, cofounders of Internet People — where creatives turn their little ideas into a big deal.
Jun 17, 2025 • 11min
How to stop spiraling & start creating
We're sneaking back onto the feed to share a JUICY free portion of our latest project!The Overthinker’s Guide to Getting Started is a warm, no-fluff guide for perfectionists, procrastinators, and overthinkers who are tired of waiting for the perfect moment and ready to take action.So if you’ve been telling yourself you’ll start your Substack (ahem), open that Etsy shop, or pick up that creative project “as soon as things calm down,” consider this your gentle nudge.You don’t have to be ready. You just have to brave enough to start.📓 Order a printed copy for $22🎧 Grab the Digital Bundle for $17
Apr 29, 2025 • 48min
Our brutally honest review of the Bare Minimum Artist’s Way
In this episode of the Internet People podcast, cohosts Anna and MJ give their final review of the Bare Minimum Artist’s Way — what surprised us, what changed in our business, and what’s next!Links referenced in the episode:The Overthinker’s Guide to Getting StartedHow to do the Bare Min Artist’s Way — Substack articleMJ's vlog!Internet People is a podcast for creatives, artists, and entrepreneurs who are smart, self-aware, and chronically online. Every week, we serve up recs, rabbit holes, and deep dives to help you fuel your creative process and navigate the mindf*ck of being a creative person in the digital age.💌 Sign up for the Internet People Newsletter🌀 Join our Virtual Coworking Club📱 Follow us on InstagramHosted by Anna Seirian and MJ Mayes, cofounders of Internet People — where creatives turn their little ideas into a big deal.
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Apr 22, 2025 • 49min
Not you trying to plan everyyy detail before you even start [Bare Minimum Artist’s Way: Week 12]
In this episode of the Internet People podcast, cohosts Anna and MJ discuss:💻 The story that ACTUALLY broke the internet🎨 A case to make more sh*tty art🗝️ Recovering a sense of faith with week 12 of the bare minimum artist’s wayLinks referenced in the episode:Grab our zine! The Overthinker’s Guide to Getting StartedLewis RossignolJackisageniusInternet People is a podcast for creatives, artists, and entrepreneurs who are smart, self-aware, and chronically online. Every week, we serve up recs, rabbit holes, and deep dives to help you fuel your creative process and navigate the mindf*ck of being a creative person in the digital age.💌 Sign up for the Internet People Newsletter🌀 Join our Virtual Coworking Club📱 Follow us on InstagramHosted by Anna Seirian and MJ Mayes, cofounders of Internet People — where creatives turn their little ideas into a big deal.
Apr 15, 2025 • 55min
Not you refusing to give a f*ck about your inner artist [Bare Minimum Artist’s Way: Week 11]
In this episode of the Internet People podcast, cohosts Anna and MJ discuss:🕵️ A screen-free activity for people who can feel the brain rot setting in📼 The local spot you didn’t know you needed in your neighborhood💃 Recovering a sense of autonomy with week 11 of the Bare Minimum Artist’s WayLinks referenced in the episode:The Perfectionist's Guide to Taking Action on Creative IdeasTry a Murdle puzzle onlineFree BlockbusterInternet People is a podcast for creatives, artists, and entrepreneurs who are smart, self-aware, and chronically online. Every week, we serve up recs, rabbit holes, and deep dives to help you fuel your creative process and navigate the mindf*ck of being a creative person in the digital age.💌 Sign up for the Internet People Newsletter🌀 Join our Virtual Coworking Club📱 Follow us on InstagramHosted by Anna Seirian and MJ Mayes, cofounders of Internet People — where creatives turn their little ideas into a big deal.
Apr 9, 2025 • 53min
Not you defending your creative limitations [Bare Minimum Artist’s Way: Week 10]
In this episode of the Internet People podcast, cohosts Anna and MJ discuss:👕 The cutest way to get dressed every day📸 How to deal with your overwhelming camera roll🤺 Recovering a sense of self-protection with week 10 of the Bare Minimum Artist’s WayReferenced in the episode:The podcast episode MJ kept referencingHang out with us on Substack!Our audio class — The Perfectionist's Guide to Taking Action on Creative IdeasInternet People is a podcast for creatives, artists, and entrepreneurs who are smart, self-aware, and chronically online. Every week, we serve up recs, rabbit holes, and deep dives to help you fuel your creative process and navigate the mindf*ck of being a creative person in the digital age.💌 Sign up for the Internet People Newsletter🌀 Join our Virtual Coworking Club📱 Follow us on InstagramHosted by Anna Seirian and MJ Mayes, cofounders of Internet People — where creatives turn their little ideas into a big deal.
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Apr 1, 2025 • 56min
Not you being too scared to keep trying [Bare Minimum Artist’s Way: Week 9]
In this episode of the Internet People podcast, cohosts Anna and MJ discuss:🕵🏾 A new whodunnit by everyone’s favorite screenwriter🎙️ The corner of YouTube you never thought you’d end up on💓 Recovering a sense of compassion with week 9 of The Bare Minimum Artist’s WayLinks referenced in the episode:The Perfectionist's Guide to Taking Action on Creative Ideasxokatieasmr Youtube ChannelInternet People is a podcast for creatives, artists, and entrepreneurs who are smart, self-aware, and chronically online. Every week, we serve up recs, rabbit holes, and deep dives to help you fuel your creative process and navigate the mindf*ck of being a creative person in the digital age.💌 Sign up for the Internet People Newsletter🌀 Join our Virtual Coworking Club📱 Follow us on InstagramHosted by Anna Seirian and MJ Mayes, cofounders of Internet People — where creatives turn their little ideas into a big deal.
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Mar 25, 2025 • 48min
Not you letting your past be the reason you’re still stuck [Bare Minimum Artist’s Way: Week 8]
In this episode of the Internet People podcast, cohosts Anna and MJ discuss:👯♀️ How to be a better villager🗒️ Why you should start documenting your life💥 Recovering a sense of strength with week 8 of the Bare Minimum Artist’s WayLinks referenced in the episode:Be a Better Villager TikTokMJ’s field notesMicrojournal Notion templateCheck out our $33 audio class for perfectionistsInternet People is a podcast for creatives, artists, and entrepreneurs who are smart, self-aware, and chronically online. Every week, we serve up recs, rabbit holes, and deep dives to help you fuel your creative process and navigate the mindf*ck of being a creative person in the digital age.💌 Sign up for the Internet People Newsletter🌀 Join our Virtual Coworking Club📱 Follow us on InstagramHosted by Anna Seirian and MJ Mayes, cofounders of Internet People — where creatives turn their little ideas into a big deal.
