Episode 5 - Danielle Binks - Author & Literary Agent

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In this Episode:

Navigating Class in the Arts with Danielle Binks

In this episode of Not A Rich Kid, host Kath speaks with Danielle Binks, an author, literary agent, and lecturer of creative writing at RMIT University. They discuss Danielle's journey from a working-class background into the arts, emphasising the barriers and challenges tied to class and financial privilege.

Danielle shares her experiences writing authentic working-class characters and the influence of her class on her work. The conversation also touches on the class ceiling in creative fields, the impact of capitalism on the arts, and the importance of self-advocacy for working-class artists. Highlighting the significance of authentic representation, Danielle offers advice for budding writers from similar backgrounds, stressing the importance of finding and expressing one's unique voice.

00:00 Introduction to Not A Rich Kid Podcast

00:32 Meet Danielle Binks: Author and Literary Agent

03:06 Danielle's Journey: From Journalism to Publishing

04:44 Class and Journalism: A Personal Perspective

07:21 The Class Ceiling in Arts and Education

10:23 The Role of Class in Creative Writing

34:38 Fan Fiction: A Gateway to Writing

44:06 The Impact of Social Media on Art and Artists

44:39 Class and Authenticity in Storytelling

46:40 Personal Journey: From Fan Fiction to Literary Agent

48:13 Balancing Art and Financial Stability

49:46 Finding Your Voice as a Writer

55:16 Challenges and Triumphs in Publishing

01:06:19 The Class Ceiling in the Arts

01:17:18 Advocating for Australian Stories

01:24:18 Celebrating Working Class Artists

01:27:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

 

Also discussed: 

• Melina Marchetta
• Rick Morton 
• Jodie Comer
• James McAvoy
• Buffy the Vampire Slayer
• Helen Garner - Monkey Grip 

Get in touch: 

Are you a working class person who wants to pursue a creative career but don't know where to start? Get in touch via the instagram - we'd be happy to give you some advice.

Tell us who you would like to hear from. Is there someone we should invite on the podcast? Let us know! 

The Not a Rich Kid Team: 

• Kath Dolheguy 
• Frankie Kanatas
• Sarah Ryan-Linstrom 

Post audio - Mike Tillbrook 

Theme song: 

‘Barry Michael Takes a Train’ by Sand Pebbles - Written & performed by Ben Michael and performed and mixed by Murray Ono Jamieson. 

Not a Rich Kid would not be possible without the support of:  

• Creative Victoria who provided funding for the first season. 
• VCA who provided studio space