As the guitarist, lead vocalist and lyricist for indie-rock band Speedy Ortiz, Sadie Dupuis carves out new, refreshing narratives for women as the leading ladies in their own lives. It’s something she has extended to her solo venture, Sad13, tapping into her talents as both a producer and multi-instrumentalist with the release of her 2016 record, Slugger, and her upcoming album due out later this year. Sadie’s confessional brand of wit woven into her lyrics has established her reputation as a prolific poet. Now, Dupuis is using her platform to make the worlds of music and poetry accessible for rising talent with her independent label, Wax Nine. Elevating others is at the heart of her mission: advocating for food justice, prison reform and veganism are just a handful of the causes she promotes. TOPICS DISCUSSED ON THIS EPISODE: · Handling stresses that come with social distancing because of coronavirus · Being a workaholic and learning the importance of relaxation · How exercising has become essential for a healthy mind and body · Having a plant-based, vegan lifestyle and how Dupuis keeps it interesting – even on tour · How Sadie uses telehealth therapy sessions to stay balanced and grounded · Causes Dupuis supports including food justice and prison reform · The scoop on her upcoming Sad13 album · Collaborating with Lizzo · Her label, Wax Nine and its ethos · Her experiences with poetry and elevating others through the Wax Nine Journal · The wonders of tea RESOURCES: Speedy Ortiz website Sad13 website Union of Musicians and Allied Workers Support and Feed nonprofit founded by Billie Eilish’s mom Maggie Great Scott in Boston Fundraising Page National Bail Out Release Aging People in Prison (RAPP) Wax 9 Record Label Wax 9 Poetry Behind the scenes on the Sadie Dupuis and Lizzo collaboration