Anne Lamott

Anne Lamott

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Heard in 2 episodes across 2 shows since Aug 2026

Anne Lamott is an acclaimed American author and novelist known for her works on writing, faith, and personal struggles. She has written several best-selling books, including 'Bird by Bird' and 'Operating Instructions', and is a prominent voice on creativity and the writing process.

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Episodes

2
across 2 shows

First heard

Aug 2026

Guest appearances

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What Anne Lamott has said on podcasts

4 statements

  1. on First draftsPositiveAug 5, 2026· The Tim Ferriss Show

    Writers should keep working and permit themselves to write poor first drafts.

    “I just teach them to stop not writing. I teach them to keep their butt in the chair and to write badly.”

    Listen at 8:11

    Open the episode · #878: How to Start When You're Stuck, Finish What You Begin, and Stop Waiting for Inspiration — Creative Advice from Elizabeth Gilbert, Seth Godin, Joyce Carol Oates, Anne Lamott and More
  2. on Book first draftsNeutralAug 5, 2026· The Tim Ferriss Show

    Highly regarded books began as unreadable first drafts.

    “all first drafts of any book you've ever read by the authors you esteem most began as unreadable first drafts.”

    Listen at 8:18

    Open the episode · #878: How to Start When You're Stuck, Finish What You Begin, and Stop Waiting for Inspiration — Creative Advice from Elizabeth Gilbert, Seth Godin, Joyce Carol Oates, Anne Lamott and More
  3. on PerfectionismNegativeAug 5, 2026· The Tim Ferriss Show

    Perfectionism undermines writers by functioning as an oppressive inner voice.

    “perfectionism is the voice of the oppressor, it's the voice of the enemy.”

    Listen at 10:04

    Open the episode · #878: How to Start When You're Stuck, Finish What You Begin, and Stop Waiting for Inspiration — Creative Advice from Elizabeth Gilbert, Seth Godin, Joyce Carol Oates, Anne Lamott and More
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Episodes

2 episodes featuring Anne Lamott, newest first

Works by Anne Lamott

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