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An Interview with Paddy Johnson of the Art Problems Podcast on Clarity, Taxes, and Not Being Boring
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In this episode of the Sunlight Tax Podcast, I’m interviewed by Paddy Johnson of the Art Problems Podcast about my book Taxes for Humans, a tax guide for self-employed creatives. We explore why demystifying taxes is about more than numbers—it’s about understanding the systems, values, and power behind them.
I share why tax education matters, how it can empower creatives, and how the companion workbook helps put these ideas into practice. Plus, hear real stories from artists navigating taxes and the emotional weight money can carry in the creative world.
Taxes for Humans: Simplify Your Taxes and Change the World When You’re Self-Employed
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In this episode of The Sunlight Tax Podcast, I’m excited to share something I’ve been working on for a long time, my new book, Taxes for Humans. This book is for freelancers, artists, and self-employed folks who want to finally understand their taxes and take control of their money.
I talk about why tax education matters so much when you work for yourself, how complicated the self-employment system can be, and why I created a character called the Tax Dominatrix to make learning about taxes a lot more fun and less intimidating.
I also explain why pre-ordering the book is such a big deal. It helps make sure Taxes for Humans is available to everyone, including people who can’t afford traditional financial education programs.
Respect Your Work, Then Get Organized
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Respect Your Work, Then Get Organized
Today, I want to talk about the importance of believing in your work and why it’s so important for creative professionals to know the value of their work in this world. I’m sharing with you some personal examples of how artwork can have a profound impact on others.
Join me in this episode, to learn more about how you can start taking your creative career more seriously and why you need to start treating it like a job other than a hobby.
Donating Your Work isn't a Charitable Deduction
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Donating Your Work isn't a Charitable Deduction
As we approach the upcoming holiday season, I wanted to chat about an important topic that comes up often: donating your artwork to a charitable organization and what that means for your taxes.
Join me today in this important episode as I explain what donating your artwork to charity means during tax time and why nonprofits need to be aware of the tax implications of charitable donations for artists. I also give you some tips on how you can still be charitable without feeling exploited.
How I Got Here: Interview with Kelly Bennett, Brand Strategist
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How I Got Here: Interview with Kelly Bennett, Brand Strategist
This week, I’m sharing an interview I did on the Emerging Brands Podcast with Kelly Bennett.
Kelly Bennett is a New York City based Brand Strategist who helps brands define their brand strategy and develop brand narratives.
Join me in this episode as I talk about my business, how and why I started my company and some important parts of accounting you should know as an entrepreneur.
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