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In this raw, enlightening conversation, singer-songwriter Hailey Knox opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of touring, the trap of appearing “cool” online, and how songwriting helps her survive her own mind.

From recording crickets in her car to unpacking subconscious emotions through voice memos, Hailey shares how she stays creatively honest in a world full of pressure and noise.

Whether it’s imposter syndrome, fear of judgment, or trying to love yourself in the age of social media — this episode hits home for anyone navigating creativity and identity.

Chapters:
02:00 – The Fear of the Unknown and Moving to LA
04:00 – Vulnerability in Sessions and Voice Memo Honesty
06:00 – Sampling the World and Writing on the Road
08:00 – Creating Without Overthinking (and Fighting Perfectionism)
10:00 – Where Songs Really Come From
12:00 – Social Media Pressure and Self-Perception
13:30 – Subconscious Imitation vs. Authentic Creation
15:00 – Dreams, Reality, and Artistic Atmosphere
16:30 – Billie Eilish, Sibling Creativity, and The Power of Collaboration
18:00 – The Emotional Thread Behind Her Mixtape
20:00 – What Hailey Keeps to Herself (and Why)
23:00 – Anger, Laundry, and Learning to Speak Up
25:00 – Relationships, Insecurity, and Learning to Let Go
27:00 – The Keys to Loving Yourself Without Comparison
28:00 – Acceptance, Overthinking, and Mental Peace