The Enthusiasm Project Tom Buck

Heather joins the podcast this week to talk about an often ignored and minimized group of creators who aren't just starting out, but also aren't "mega channels" with huge teams and budgets– creators who have much more in common with local small business owners than Mr. Beast, despite both sharing the title of "Creator."

Heather's Video:
https://youtu.be/NAg4LDhRNGg?si=sXVLSsmTq4S1Kk4k

🎙This week's  mics:
•Shure SM7B (Tom)
https://geni.us/tepsm7b

•Shure SM58 (Heather)
https://geni.us/fNPEFQG

•Both mics were running through the Rodecaster Pro II on a custom SM7B preset.

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S12E8 | Series Episode 172

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NAB 2024 was an absolutely incredibe experience. I made a recap video that shares a bit about the conventiopnm, but then dives into some of my more personal feelings related to all of the amazing people who have helped me to feel contextualized as a person.

This episode dives into what I learned when trying to make an event recap video along with some of the cool things I saw and learned at NAB (keeping the choked-upness to a minimum 😁 )

My NAB recap video:
https://youtu.be/N1eSdgMVMOY?si=GYH5c47S8czPHrzp

🎙This week's  mics:
•Lewitt RAY
https://geni.us/lewittray

•The Ray was running through the Rodecaster Duo on the Broadcaster preset.

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S12E7 | Series Episode 171

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I left my full time teaching job just over 3 years ago to be a full time content creator. My wife Heather joins the show this week to take a look back on lessons learned and some of the lesser known aspect of this job.

Check out Heather's Channel:
https://youtube.com/heatherjustcreate

🎙This week's  mics:
•Rode NT1 Signature Series
https://geni.us/nt1signatureseries (Amazon)

•Blue Sona
https://geni.us/sonamic (Amazon)

•Shure Sm7B
https://geni.us/tepsm7b (Amazon)

•The NT1SS was running through the Rodecaster Duo on the NT1 preset.

•The SM7B and Sona were sunning through the Mackie DLZ Creator XS.

•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future episode!
tom@enthusiasmproject.com or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!

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S12E6 | Series Episode 170

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It's time for the Season 12 Q&A episode!

🎙This week's  mic:
•"Mystery Mic" 😱

•The Mystery Mic was running through the Rodecaster Duo on the NT1 preset.

•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future episode!
tom@enthusiasmproject.com or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!

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S12E5 | Series Episode 169

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I completely gutted and rebuilt my studio for the first time in 6 years and would you believe it– some valuable lessons were learned along the way!

🎙This week's  mic:
•Rode NT1 Signature Series
https://geni.us/nt1signatureseries (Amazon)

•The NT1SS was running through the Rodecaster Duo on the NT1 preset.

•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future episode!
tom@enthusiasmproject.com or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!

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S12E4 | Series Episode 168

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(This is an AI generated episode description just for fun 😬)
Discover the future of creation at the intersection of artificial intelligence and human ingenuity! Our latest podcast episode delves into the exciting realm of AI-enhanced art, music, and design, showcasing its transformative potential for creators worldwide. I'll also share my hands-on impressions of the Rode NT1 Signature Series microphone, discussing both its sleek design and its performance in my recording setup, offering insights that could shape your next audio investment.

This journey isn't just about the tools, but also the people behind them. We raise a toast to Bailey, our superstar moderator, who recently blew our minds with an AI-generated voice clone in his heartfelt message. As we unravel the authenticity of the AI craze, we also hint at a mysterious new microphone with advanced capabilities that's under wraps. Plus, I recount my own transformative experience with the Quest 3 headset, reinforcing how personal encounters with tech can redefine our daily lives and creative endeavors.

As we wrap up, our conversation turns to the ethics of AI in content creation, especially for YouTube creators. I discuss the limitations of AI-generated scripts, underscoring the irreplaceable value of personal touch and authenticity that resonates with viewers. We also look at how AI can be a partner in the creative process, assisting with content validation and idea generation, rather than a replacement. Join us as we explore these nuances and celebrate AI's supportive role in augmenting our content creation journey, all while maintaining the heartfelt connection that's at the core of every great story.

Anyway...

🎙This week's  mic:
•Rode NT1 Signature Series
https://geni.us/nt1signatureseries (Amazon)

•The NT1SS was running through the Mackie DLZ Creator XS.

•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future episode!
tom@enthusiasmproject.com or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!

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S12E3 | Series Episode 167

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