Brett Newski

Brett Newski is an alternative songwriter, podcaster and illustrator based in Wisconsin. He hosts a weekly podcast called “Dirt from the Road”; unveiling the bizarre road stories from a nomadic life as a musician. His work has been featured in Rolling Stone, NPR, Boston Globe, American Songwriter, and Paste. Learn more about Brett at https://brettnewski.com/

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29 July 2021
29 July 2021

Appreciating tiny victories

No one is good at something right when they start. When starting something new, it’s normal to feel terrified or have “imposter syndrome.” You’ll constantly be rubbing shoulders with people that are more experienced, more talented, or seemingly more confident.  It takes a long, long time to get good at something. Of course, there are … Read more
11 January 2021
11 January 2021

Visit your parents

Why is it such a cliché to complain about our parents?  You hear it from friends or in films all the time…”damn, I have to go to my folks for dinner. It’s gonna be rough.” It’s a tale as old as time.  As our parents age (and retire), they inevitably participate in the world less. They interact with the world far … Read more