How Courtney Barnett's meeting with a mantis led to 'Creature of Habit'

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Courtney Barnett discusses her new album 'Creature of Habit' and the search for meaning in a changing environment.

The Australian musician's search for meaning amid a sea of change in Southern California set the backdrop for her new album. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences. NPR Privacy Policy

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Host: NPR

Guest: Courtney Barnett

Topics covered

• music
• album creation
• personal growth
• change
• Australian musicians

Keywords

• Courtney Barnett
• Creature of Habit
• Southern California
• music
• album

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Organizations: NPR

Places: Southern California

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