Supernova Support

Where creativity and recovery collide
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Supernova Support invites listeners along for the ride with two veteran songwriters, friends, and former bandmates, Katie Phillips and Karen Joy Brown in their recovery from music scene disillusionment, career crashes, motherhood, and co-dependency. The dynamic duo explore the pitfalls of internal and external critical voices and systems that keep women songwriters from sharing their songs with the world and shine the light on a pathway to a joyful, sustainable, and successful creative life. Each episode features two original songs that illustrate the creative struggles and craft elements pertaining to the topic. Lots of laughter and f-bombs along the way. supernovasupport.substack.com

  1. JAN 15

    Season 3, Episode 8- Magic Trick

    In season three’s eighth episode, singer-songwriters Katie Phillips and Karen Joy Brown talk with Briget Boyle, a sought-after vocal coach, creative director, and a pillar of the Bay Area’s world and indie music scene. The dynamic relationship between inner work and songwriting shines through as they follow her winding musical journey starting to write at 12 years old, to a surprising turn to performing in professional Balkan folk music groups. Bridget models what it means to commit to our songwriting selves. Features her original song, Magic Trick in relation to the topic. Like this show? Please give us a 5 star rating on Apple and leave a review– even one sentence helps! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally! Listen to Season 1’s songs on Bandcamp, Katie on Bandcamp and Karen’s music on Spotify, Apple Music or buy directly at www.karenjoybrown.com. * 17:59- Briget’s song, Magic Trick Episode Resources: * Briget Boyle’s music website * Madison Cunningham’s website * Karen Joy Brown | Apple Music | Spotify | Instagram * Katie Phillips | Bandcamp | Instagram * The Bootleg Honeys | Bandcamp * JOURNAL PROMPT: What amazes you? *Subscribe to the Supernova Support Substack for our special blog, access to weekly Songwriting Hour, and more! *Follow us on Instagram and Facebook IN THE NORTH BAY/SAN FRANCISCO AREA? Join Katie and Karen at Coffee & Moore in Sebastopol for the Not So Open Mic for women performers (and yeah, that means, all women, and femme trans and nonbinary folks who feel comfy being in “women’s spaces”) of original music and covers from 1:30-3:30pm on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. We want to gather women who have put their creativity on the back burner as well as those who are currently playing out in any capacity, because we believe that songs have the power to transform us regardless of “professional” or “amateur” status. ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE WORLD…. Every Tuesday from 7-8:30 PT, gather with women songwriters around the country and world for Song Salons, an opportunity to share a completed or in-progress song, live or recorded, with curious, enthusiastic colleagues ready to highlight and amplify what’s powerful in your writing and music. Hone songwriting craft skills, get inspired by others, and reconnect with the unique magic you bring through your songs. Meet your long-lost songwriting sisters and get ready to laugh, cry, and keep coming back! Let Supernova support your songwriting practice with our weekly Songwriting Hour, every Thursday, 9-10am PT. Everyone can write songs! You don’t need to be an experienced singer or even play an instrument. We provide a prompt and resource kit with everything you need to start putting a song together. All you need is a willingness to show up and experiment. New and experienced writers welcome. Open to everyone! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit supernovasupport.substack.com/subscribe

    57 min
  2. Season 3, Episode 7-From Isolation to Loving Self-Witness

    12/20/2025

    Season 3, Episode 7-From Isolation to Loving Self-Witness

    In season three’s seventh episode, singer-songwriters Katie Phillips and Karen Joy Brown speak with Kim Ketner, Karen’s twin sister. Katie wrangles the two sisters to tease out the story of Kim’s solitary journey into singing and songwriting from obsessing over Chris Cornell’s voice over the car stereo to working at Guitar Showcase and playing in the Cactus Club’s house band. They highlight the miraculous power of developing peer songwriting friendships through Song Salons and songs’ ability to help us evolve as human beings. Features her original song, Falling Apart in relation to the topic. Like this show? Please give us a 5 star rating on Apple and leave a review– even one sentence helps! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally! Listen to Season 1’s songs on Bandcamp, Katie on Bandcamp and Karen’s music on Spotify,Apple Music or buy directly at www.karenjoybrown.com. * 31:40- Kim’s song, Falling Apart Episode Resources: * Kim’s Bandcamp * Karen Joy Brown | Apple Music | Spotify | Instagram * Katie Phillips | Bandcamp | Instagram * The Bootleg Honeys | Bandcamp * JOURNAL PROMPT: Write to the part that has felt so alone, let it tell you some secrets? *Subscribe to the Supernova Support Substack for our special blog, podcast extras and more! *Follow us on Instagram and Facebook IN THE NORTH BAY/SAN FRANCISCO AREA? Join Katie and Karen at Coffee & Moore in Sebastopol for the Not So Open Mic for women performers (and yeah, that means, all women, and femme trans and nonbinary folks who feel comfy being in “women’s spaces”) of original music and covers from 1:30-3:30pm on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. We want to gather women who have put their creativity on the back burner as well as those who are currently playing out in any capacity, because we believe that songs have the power to transform us regardless of “professional” or “amateur” status. ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE WORLD…. Every Tuesday from 7-8:30 PT, gather with women songwriters around the country and world for Song Salons, an opportunity to share a completed or in-progress song, live or recorded, with curious, enthusiastic colleagues ready to highlight and amplify what’s powerful in your writing and music. Hone songwriting craft skills, get inspired by others, and reconnect with the unique magic you bring through your songs. Meet your long-lost songwriting sisters and get ready to laugh, cry, and keep coming back! Let Supernova support your songwriting practice with our weekly Songwriting Hour, every Thursday, 9-10am PT. Everyone can write songs! You don’t need to be an experienced singer or even play an instrument. We provide a prompt and resource kit with everything you need to start putting a song together. All you need is a willingness to show up and experiment. New and experienced writers welcome. Open to everyone! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit supernovasupport.substack.com/subscribe

    1 hr

  3. 12/11/2025

    Season 3, Episode 6- Nobody's Invited to My Birthday

    In season three’s sixth episode, singer-songwriters Katie Phillips and Karen Joy Brown connect with Cassidy Frost, self-declared writer of sad songs with sugary pop hooks who NPR’s Robin Hilton once called “gloriously gritty.” They share their strange and surprisingly early entry into the music industry and how their songwriting and relationship to music has evolved over time. Stay for the whole delightful conversation on emotional and literal sobriety, continual music growth, and the joy of a supportive songwriting community. Features her original song, Nobody’s Invited to My Birthday in relation to the topic. Like this show? Please give us a 5 star rating on Apple and leave a review– even one sentence helps! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally! Listen to Season 1’s songs on Bandcamp, Katie on Bandcamp and Karen’s music on Spotify, Apple Music or buy directly at www.karenjoybrown.com. * 23:06- Cassidy’s song, Nobody’s Invited to My Birthday Episode Resources: * Cassidy new release, Like I Did Before, on Bandcamp * Cassidy’s website * Songs for Creative Revolution, December 14th, 2025 at Sebastopol Center for the Arts * Karen Joy Brown | Apple Music | Spotify | Instagram * Katie Phillips | Bandcamp | Instagram * The Bootleg Honeys | Bandcamp * JOURNAL PROMPT: Write about something painful in your life as plainly as you can and don’t silverline it, fix it, shine it up. Be in the moment with the suck. *Subscribe to the Supernova Support Substack for our special blog, weekly online songwriting hour, podcast extras, and more! *Follow us on Instagram and Facebook IN THE NORTH BAY/SAN FRANCISCO AREA? Join Katie and Karen at Coffee & Moore in Sebastopol for the Not So Open Mic for women performers (and yeah, that means, all women, and femme trans and nonbinary folks who feel comfy being in “women’s spaces”) of original music and covers from 1:30-3:30pm on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. We want to gather women who have put their creativity on the back burner as well as those who are currently playing out in any capacity, because we believe that songs have the power to transform us regardless of “professional” or “amateur” status. ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE WORLD…. Every Tuesday from 7-8:30 PT, gather with women songwriters around the country and world for Song Salons, an opportunity to share a completed or in-progress song, live or recorded, with curious, enthusiastic colleagues ready to highlight and amplify what’s powerful in your writing and music. Hone songwriting craft skills, get inspired by others, and reconnect with the unique magic you bring through your songs. Meet your long-lost songwriting sisters and get ready to laugh, cry, and keep coming back! Let Supernova support your songwriting practice with our weekly Songwriting Hour, every Thursday, 9-10am PT. Everyone can write songs! You don’t need to be an experienced singer or even play an instrument. We provide a prompt and resource kit with everything you need to start putting a song together. All you need is a willingness to show up and experiment. New and experienced writers welcome. Open to everyone! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit supernovasupport.substack.com/subscribe

    57 min

  4. 12/05/2025

    Season 3, Episode 5- Remembering Todd Snider

    In season three’s fifth episode, singer-songwriters Katie Phillips and Karen Joy Brown reflect on critically acclaimed songwriter Todd Snider’s recent passing. The discussion highlights Snider’s undeniable songwriting craft and incorrigible scoundrel personality that endeared him and his music to so many adoring fans. They unpack his strong influence on Katie’s writing, and she plays a beloved cover and newly crafted original tribute song dedicated to his memory. Features her original song, Skeleton Key, and Just Like Old Times (Todd Snider cover) in relation to the topic. Like this show? Please give us a 5 star rating on Apple and leave a review– even one sentence helps! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally! Listen to Season 1’s songs on Bandcamp, Katie on Bandcamp and Karen’s music on Spotify, Apple Music or buy directly at www.karenjoybrown.com. * 22:34- Todd Snider cover, Just Like Old Times * 36:38- Katie’s song, Skeleton Key Episode Resources: * Songs for Creative Revolution show December 14th, 2025, Sebastopol Center for the Arts * Todd Snider, “I Never Met a Story I Didn’t Like: Mostly True Tall Tales” * Todd Snider official website * Otis Gibbs Video * Dopey Interview with Billy Strings * Karen Joy Brown | Apple Music | Spotify | Instagram * Katie Phillips | Bandcamp | Instagram * The Bootleg Honeys | Bandcamp * JOURNAL PROMPT: Think about your songwriting heroes/heroines (living or passed). What was it about them that made you become obsessed, inspired, in love? *Subscribe to the Supernova Support Substack for our special blog, podcast extras and more! *Follow us on Instagram and Facebook IN THE NORTH BAY/SAN FRANCISCO AREA? Join Katie and Karen at Coffee & Moore in Sebastopol for the Not So Open Mic for women performers (and yeah, that means, all women, and femme trans and nonbinary folks who feel comfy being in “women’s spaces”) of original music and covers from 1:30-3:30pm on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. We want to gather women who have put their creativity on the back burner as well as those who are currently playing out in any capacity, because we believe that songs have the power to transform us regardless of “professional” or “amateur” status. ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE WORLD…. Every Tuesday from 7-8:30 PT, gather with women songwriters around the country and world for Song Salons, an opportunity to share a completed or in-progress song, live or recorded, with curious, enthusiastic colleagues ready to highlight and amplify what’s powerful in your writing and music. Hone songwriting craft skills, get inspired by others, and reconnect with the unique magic you bring through your songs. Meet your long-lost songwriting sisters and get ready to laugh, cry, and keep coming back! Let Supernova support your songwriting practice with our weekly Songwriting Hour, every Thursday, 9-10am PT. Everyone can write songs! You don’t need to be an experienced singer or even play an instrument. We provide a prompt and resource kit with everything you need to start putting a song together. All you need is a willingness to show up and experiment. New and experienced writers welcome. Open to everyone! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit supernovasupport.substack.com/subscribe

    57 min

  5. 11/21/2025

    Season 3, Episode 4- Inviting in the Lover

    In season three’s second episode, singer-songwriters Katie Phillips and Karen Joy Brown interview Little Door, a.k.a., Kate Ellen, a creative powerhouse with a vibrant, must-read, music-focused Substack. They delve into her obstacle-laden path towards singing, writing, and expressing her creativity and fortuitous involvement with Supernova Support’s vocal coaching, song salons– and shares the secret to dealing with crying while performing! Features her original song, Lover in relation to the topic. Like this show? Please give us a 5 star rating on Apple and leave a review– even one sentence helps! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally! Listen to Season 1’s songs on Bandcamp, Katie on Bandcamp and Karen’s music on Spotify, Apple Music or buy directly at www.karenjoybrown.com. * 30:22- Little Door’s song, Lover. Episode Resources: * Todd Snider, “I Never Met a Story I Didn’t Like: Mostly True Tall Tales” * Todd Snider official website * Little Door- Substack page: blog, playlists, music * Little Door a.k.a- Kate Ellen website: brand readings, strategic creative projects * Karen Joy Brown | Apple Music | Spotify | Instagram * Katie Phillips | Bandcamp | Instagram * The Bootleg Honeys | Bandcamp * JOURNAL PROMPT: What subjects or issues feel off limits to write about? *Subscribe to the Supernova Support Substack for our special blog, podcast extras and more! *Follow us on Instagram and Facebook IN THE NORTH BAY/SAN FRANCISCO AREA? Join Katie and Karen at Coffee & Moore in Sebastopol for the Not So Open Mic for women performers (and yeah, that means, all women, and femme trans and nonbinary folks who feel comfy being in “women’s spaces”) of original music and covers from 1:30-3:30pm on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. We want to gather women who have put their creativity on the back burner as well as those who are currently playing out in any capacity, because we believe that songs have the power to transform us regardless of “professional” or “amateur” status. ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE WORLD…. Every Tuesday from 7-8:30 PT, gather with women songwriters around the country and world for Song Salons, an opportunity to share a completed or in-progress song, live or recorded, with curious, enthusiastic colleagues ready to highlight and amplify what’s powerful in your writing and music. Hone songwriting craft skills, get inspired by others, and reconnect with the unique magic you bring through your songs. Meet your long-lost songwriting sisters and get ready to laugh, cry, and keep coming back! Let Supernova support your songwriting practice with our weekly Songwriting Hour, every Thursday, 9-10am PT. Everyone can write songs! You don’t need to be an experienced singer or even play an instrument. We provide a prompt and resource kit with everything you need to start putting a song together. All you need is a willingness to show up and experiment. New and experienced writers welcome. Open to everyone! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit supernovasupport.substack.com/subscribe

    57 min

  6. 11/15/2025

    Season 3, Episode 3-Letting Out the Little Voice

    In season three’s second episode, singer-songwriters Katie Phillips and Karen Joy Brown interview Lena, a self-described nomad who’s come into her own as a singer-songwriter over the last five years. The three discuss her unmistakable and enchanting voice that took its time to find the courage to take the stage. Hint- karaoke had a role to play! Features her original song, Little Voice in relation to the topic. Like this show? Please give us a 5 star rating on Apple and leave a review– even one sentence helps! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally! Listen to Season 1’s songs on Bandcamp, Katie on Bandcamp and Karen’s music on Spotify, Apple Music or buy directly at www.karenjoybrown.com. * 16:45- Lena’s song, Little Voice Episode Resources: * Lena’s song Little Voice * Lena’s link tree (social media, Bandcamp, YouTube) * Karen Joy Brown | Apple Music | Spotify | Instagram * Katie Phillips | Bandcamp | Instagram * The Bootleg Honeys | Bandcamp * JOURNAL PROMPT: What is the little voice inside you asking for? *Subscribe to the Supernova Support Substack for special blog, podcast extras and more! *Follow us on Instagram and Facebook IN THE NORTH BAY/SAN FRANCISCO AREA? Join Katie and Karen at Coffee & Moore in Sebastopol for the Not So Open Mic for women performers (and yeah, that means, all women, and femme trans and nonbinary folks who feel comfy being in “women’s spaces”) of original music and covers from 1:30-3:30pm on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. We want to gather women who have put their creativity on the back burner as well as those who are currently playing out in any capacity, because we believe that songs have the power to transform us regardless of “professional” or “amateur” status. ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE WORLD…. Every Tuesday from 7-8:30 PT, gather with women songwriters around the country and world for Song Salons, an opportunity to share a completed or in-progress song, live or recorded, with curious, enthusiastic colleagues ready to highlight and amplify what’s powerful in your writing and music. Hone songwriting craft skills, get inspired by others, and reconnect with the unique magic you bring through your songs. Meet your long-lost songwriting sisters and get ready to laugh, cry, and keep coming back! Let Supernova support your songwriting practice with our weekly Songwriting Hour, every Thursday, 9-10am PT. Everyone can write songs! You don’t need to be an experienced singer or even play an instrument. We provide a prompt and resource kit with everything you need to start putting a song together. All you need is a willingness to show up and experiment. New and experienced writers welcome. Open to everyone! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit supernovasupport.substack.com/subscribe

    57 min

  7. 11/08/2025

    Season 3, Episode 2- Breaking Through to the Other Side

    In season three’s second episode, singer-songwriters Katie Phillips and Karen Joy Brown host their first guest, Lizzy Larson, who found the podcast and open mic through a work colleague. They discuss her history with creativity and songwriting and the thirty year hiatus related to addiction and recovery before returning to her gift through Supernova’s song salons and open mic. Features original song, Western Sky in relation to the topic. Like this show? Please give us a 5 star rating on Apple and leave a review– even one sentence helps! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally! Listen to Season 1’s songs on Bandcamp, Katie on Bandcamp and Karen’s music on Spotify, Apple Music or buy directly at www.karenjoybrown.com. * 23:22- Lizzy’s song, If You Could Leave Me Episode Resources: * Karen Joy Brown | Apple Music | Spotify | Instagram * Katie Phillips | Bandcamp | Instagram * The Bootleg Honeys | Bandcamp * JOURNAL PROMPT: How has your creativity helped/guided you through things that felt even too painful to speak out loud? *Subscribe to the Supernova Support Substack for special blog, podcast extras and more! *Follow us on Instagram and Facebook IN THE NORTH BAY/SAN FRANCISCO AREA? Join Katie and Karen at Coffee & Moore in Sebastopol for the Not So Open Mic for women performers (and yeah, that means, all women, and femme trans and nonbinary folks who feel comfy being in “women’s spaces”) of original music and covers from 1:30-3:30pm on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. We want to gather women who have put their creativity on the back burner as well as those who are currently playing out in any capacity, because we believe that songs have the power to transform us regardless of “professional” or “amateur” status. ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE WORLD…. Every Tuesday from 7-8:30 PT, gather with women songwriters around the country and world for Song Salons, an opportunity to share a completed or in-progress song, live or recorded, with curious, enthusiastic colleagues ready to highlight and amplify what’s powerful in your writing and music. Hone songwriting craft skills, get inspired by others, and reconnect with the unique magic you bring through your songs. Meet your long-lost songwriting sisters and get ready to laugh, cry, and keep coming back! Let Supernova support your songwriting practice with our weekly Songwriting Hour, every Thursday, 9-10am PT. Everyone can write songs! You don’t need to be an experienced singer or even play an instrument. We provide a prompt and resource kit with everything you need to start putting a song together. All you need is a willingness to show up and experiment. New and experienced writers welcome. Open to everyone! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit supernovasupport.substack.com/subscribe

    57 min

  8. 10/31/2025

    Season 3, Episode 1- "Spontaneous" Growth and Community

    In season three’s first episode, singer-songwriters Katie Phillips and Karen Joy Brown unpack the idea of “spontaneous” creative growth. They review and celebrate the one year anniversary of launching their podcast and open mic for women and femmes, identifying how participation in a supportive community creates optimal conditions for artistic expansion, turning competition into companionship and inspiration. Features original songs, The Ringer and I Need a Song in relation to the topic. Like this show? Please give us a 5 star rating on Apple and leave a review– even one sentence helps! Post a screenshot of you listening on Instagram & tag us so we can thank you personally! Listen to Season 1’s songs on Bandcamp, Katie on Bandcamp and Karen’s music on Spotify, Apple Music or buy directly at www.karenjoybrown.com. * 25:48- Katie’s song, The Ringer * 45:40- Karen’s song, I Need a Song Episode Resources: * Supernova Support website- Not So Open Mic and weekly online Song Salons * Little Door- musician, writer, mom, brilliant creator of Little Door Substack. * Karen Joy Brown | Apple Music | Spotify | Instagram * Katie Phillips | Bandcamp | Instagram * The Bootleg Honeys | Bandcamp * JOURNAL PROMPT: How have you experienced spontaneous growth within a community setting or seen it in someone else? *Subscribe to the Supernova Support Substack for special blog, podcast extras and more! *Follow us on Instagram and Facebook IN THE NORTH BAY/SAN FRANCISCO AREA? Join Katie and Karen at Coffee & Moore in Sebastopol for the Not So Open Mic for women performers (and yeah, that means, all women, and femme trans and nonbinary folks who feel comfy being in “women’s spaces”) of original music and covers from 1:30-3:30pm on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month. We want to gather women who have put their creativity on the back burner as well as those who are currently playing out in any capacity, because we believe that songs have the power to transform us regardless of “professional” or “amateur” status. ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE WORLD…. Every Tuesday from 7-8:30 PT, gather with women songwriters around the country and world for Song Salons, an opportunity to share a completed or in-progress song, live or recorded, with curious, enthusiastic colleagues ready to highlight and amplify what’s powerful in your writing and music. Hone songwriting craft skills, get inspired by others, and reconnect with the unique magic you bring through your songs. Meet your long-lost songwriting sisters and get ready to laugh, cry, and keep coming back! Let Supernova support your songwriting practice with our weekly Songwriting Hour, every Thursday, 9-10am PT. Everyone can write songs! You don’t need to be an experienced singer or even play an instrument. We provide a prompt and resource kit with everything you need to start putting a song together. All you need is a willingness to show up and experiment. New and experienced writers welcome. Open to everyone! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit supernovasupport.substack.com/subscribe

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Supernova Support invites listeners along for the ride with two veteran songwriters, friends, and former bandmates, Katie Phillips and Karen Joy Brown in their recovery from music scene disillusionment, career crashes, motherhood, and co-dependency. The dynamic duo explore the pitfalls of internal and external critical voices and systems that keep women songwriters from sharing their songs with the world and shine the light on a pathway to a joyful, sustainable, and successful creative life. Each episode features two original songs that illustrate the creative struggles and craft elements pertaining to the topic. Lots of laughter and f-bombs along the way. supernovasupport.substack.com

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    Where creativity and recovery collide
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    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    26
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