In this episode of Lattes & Art, host James William Moore sits down with artist, writer, and certified life coach Shannon Borg for a powerful conversation about imposter syndrome, artistic identity, and the transformative act of reinventing yourself at any age. Drawing from her own journey—returning to art school at 50, navigating vulnerability, and embracing the “essence, evolution, and edge” of the creative voice—Shannon unpacks why artists struggle with self-doubt and how we can shift our relationship with time, confidence, and our inner critic.

Together, James and Shannon explore the mental habits that hold creatives back, the cultural forces that shape imposter syndrome, and the practical tools artists can use to step into their full creative power. Shannon also shares insights from her free class and deep-dive course on imposter syndrome, offering a roadmap for anyone ready to move past fear and into authentic expression.

If you’ve ever questioned your artistic worth, rushed through your process, or felt like a “pretender” in your own creative life, this episode is for you.

Ready to quiet the doubt and reconnect with your creative confidence?

Shannon is offering Lattes & Art listeners a free introductory session on imposter syndrome—designed to help you understand where your self-doubt comes from, how it affects your art, and what small shifts can completely transform your creative life.

This session is packed with practical tools, research-backed insights, and Shannon’s signature warmth and clarity. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply curious about the deeper patterns shaping your art practice, this is the perfect place to begin.

✨ Sign up on Shannon’s website and start reclaiming your artistic voice today.

https://www.shannonborg.com/impostor-signup

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When the world feels like it’s on fire — politically, socially, spiritually — what keeps us creating?

In this powerful solo episode of Lattes & Art, host James William Moore explores how art has always risen from the ashes of turmoil. From Goya’s haunting Disasters of War and Picasso’s Guernica to the bold voices of Aaron Douglas, Augusta Savage, and David Wojnarowicz, this episode traces the enduring thread of art as activism and creation as survival.

James reflects on why artists pick up their tools when silence might seem easier, how censorship reveals fear more than morality, and how art transforms pain into light. He also shares the story behind his own work, Projected Words — a searing response to the homophobia born from ignorance, religion, and power — turning hate-filled language into luminous reclamation.

Why We Make Art When the World Is Burning is a call to witness, to feel, and to create. Because when the world burns, art becomes both the record of our pain and the proof of our persistence.

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If this episode inspires you to create — any art, in any form — share it with us.

Tag @LattesAndArtPodcast and @JSquaredAtelier on social media and let’s keep the creative fire burning together.

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In this illuminating conversation, writer and creative Tiffany Smith joins host James William Moore to explore the messy, beautiful process of becoming your authentic self. From filtering our lives to fit expectations to learning how to silence inner critics, Tiffany shares her journey toward creative freedom—one rooted in vulnerability, healing, and radical self-acceptance.

Together, they discuss the courage it takes to be you, how to stop chasing perfection, and why true art often begins when we let go of control. Tiffany also opens up about her upcoming short film, her philosophy of turning the invisible into the visible, and how re-parenting ourselves as adults can unlock our most powerful creative voices.

A soulful, inspiring episode that reminds us: your story matters, your light has value, and imperfection is where real artistry begins.

Links for Tiffany Smith: https://www.instagram.com/creatiffity22/

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