The Enthusiasm Project

Send a text message to the show!Last year I made a mistake that almost killed my entire YouTube channel...and it was all because I tried to use a new feature that YouTube rolled out to creators. 🎙This week's mic:Warm Audio Wa-87jr https://geni.us/tN4J (Amazon)———————————————————————Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. ——————————— CONNECT ———————————Electronic Mail: [email protected] Site: https://himynameistom.comSocial Medias: @sodarntom——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)S15E05 | Series Episode 189 Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!With my previously favorite online royalty free music service becoming an AI slop factory I want to expand on some points and address some counter arguments from a recent video where I explain my disdain for generative AI. 🤖My Video About AI Slop:https://youtu.be/cfhrW7ZKuIU?si=txlBVq8GjIoDC3V3🎙This week's mic:Shure SM7Bhttps://geni.us/tepsm7b (Amazon)———————————————————————Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. ——————————— CONNECT ———————————Electronic Mail: [email protected] Site: https://himynameistom.comSocial Medias: @sodarntom——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)S14E04 | Series Episode 188 Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!Let's catch up! Special guest Bronson from the Audio Hotline YouTube channel joins the podcast to talk music, camera gear, and the challenge of pivoting a channel based on evolving interests. 🎙This week's mic:Rode Interview Prohttps://geni.us/WSVCt (Amazon)———————————————————————Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. ——————————— CONNECT ———————————Electronic Mail: [email protected] Site: https://himynameistom.comSocial Medias: @sodarntom——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)S14E03 | Series Episode 187 Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!Over the past year my wife Heather has transformed her gaming YouTube channel into a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. It’s a VERY different way to monetize and build a sustainable career as a creator, so I wanted to explore that journey with her!Learn more at heatherjustplay.org🎙This week's mic:Hollyland Lark A1https://geni.us/w02vhCl (Amazon)———————————————————————Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. ——————————— CONNECT ———————————Electronic Mail: [email protected] Site: https://himynameistom.comSocial Medias: @sodarntom——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)S14E02 | Series Episode 186 Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!It's a new era not only for the podcast, but for a lot more too... 🎙This week's mic:Warm Audio WA-87jrhttps://geni.us/ZGaN (Amazon)Chapter Markers:0:00 - Intro4:01 - Season 13 Mic Poll Results!6:44 - Mic of the Week: Warm Audio WA-87jr13:21 - A New Era47:13 - Channel Check In58:18 - Listener Messages———————————————————————Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. ——————————— CONNECT ———————————Electronic Mail: [email protected] Site: https://himynameistom.comSocial Medias: @sodarntom——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)S14E01 | Series Episode 185 Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!It's the Season 13 Finale! Let's recap what it's been like to produce a video podcast, see which mic sounded the best from all the episodes, and talk about what's next for The Enthusiasm Project!VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE MIC!https://geni.us/favoritemic🎙This week's mic:Blue Sona / Yeti Studiohttps://geni.us/sonamic (Amazon)———————————————————————Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. ——————————— CONNECT ———————————Electronic Mail: [email protected] Site: https://himynameistom.comSocial Medias: @sodarntom——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)S13E010 | Series Episode 184 Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!Finding cynicism and jaded outlooks online is nothing new, but as our real and virtual lives mesh more and more, the "too cool for school" attitude can have more of a damaging impact than ever. So let's explore what that means and how to harness and protect fun at any age. 🎙This week's mic:Shure SM58https://geni.us/fNPEFQG (Amazon)⚙️ Gear of the Week:Saramonic K9https://store.saramonic.com/products/k9Mic Mount Video: https://youtu.be/hycjQY3fLwU?si=q5b_SrFCs7LFe2UaMic Mounts: https://geni.us/shortmount (Amazon)———————————————————————Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. ——————————— CONNECT ———————————Electronic Mail: [email protected] Site: https://himynameistom.comSocial Medias: @sodarntom——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)S13E09 | Series Episode 183 Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!So you want to make a YouTube channel but you don't know if you should use your real name or a "brand" name. Let's go through the pros and cons of each and I'll also share why I'm so glad I changed my channel name after 3 years and 24K subscribers.Register for NAB for free!https://geni.us/NAB2025🎙This week's mic:sE Dynacasterhttps://geni.us/IL9rw (Amazon)⚙️ Gear of the Week:Lilliput 4K Monitor:https://bhpho.to/49v2Cwr (B&H)———————————————————————Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. ——————————— CONNECT ———————————Electronic Mail: [email protected] Site: https://himynameistom.comSocial Medias: @sodarntom——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)S13E08 | Series Episode 182 Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!From the Canon 5D Mark II in 2008 to the insanely awesome mirrorless cameras of today, YouTube has always been THE place to go to nerd out about camera gear. But as tech matures, creators evolve, and audience tastes change, something feels...different now. What does that mean for "Camera YouTube"?🎙This week's mic:Shure Super 55https://geni.us/ulcA (Amazon)⚙️ Gear of the Week:Rode XLR Cables:https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)———————————————————————Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. ——————————— CONNECT ———————————Electronic Mail: [email protected] Site: https://himynameistom.comSocial Medias: @sodarntom——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)S13E07 | Series Episode 181 Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!Many content creators work tirelessly to level up the quality of their work, but at what point does perfection go too far?🎙This week's mic: •Lewitt LCT440 Purehttps://geni.us/ygRb95l (Amazon)⚙️ Gear of the Week:Hollyland Lark M2:https://geni.us/wxwfX (Amazon)Rode's MIDI Control Guide———————————————————————Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. ——————————— CONNECT ———————————Electronic Mail: [email protected] Site: https://himynameistom.comSocial Medias: @sodarntom——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)S13E06 | Series Episode 180 Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!It's time for the Season 13 Q&A Episode! This covers everything from tech and career advice to whether or not podcasting is too saturated and my biggest gear regret. 🎙This week's mic: •Rode NT1 Signature Serieshttps://geni.us/rgjRyH (Amazon)———————————————————————Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. ——————————— CONNECT ———————————Electronic Mail: [email protected] Site: https://himynameistom.comSocial Medias: @sodarntom——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)S13E05 | Series Episode 179 Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!What does it mean to be biased as a content creator? Should objectivity be the ultimate goal or is it ok to have personal preferences and biases?🎙This week's mic: •Earthworks ETHOShttps://geni.us/qBxUJ (Amazon)⚙️ Gear of the Week:•Mackie CR3.5 Monitorshttps://geni.us/flCI1 (Amazon)*White version is a Guitar Center exclusive⏱️ Chapter Markers0:00 - Intro4:535 - Mic of the Week9:00 - Updates on Last Episode23:19 - Bye Bye Bias46:46 - Channel Check In1:08:58 - Gear of the Week: Mackie CR3.5 Monitors1:13:17 - Listener Messages———————————————————————Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. ——————————— CONNECT ———————————Electronic Mail: [email protected] Site: https://himynameistom.comSocial Medias: @sodarntom——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)S13E04 | Series Episode 178 Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!What does it mean to be a professional in the world of audio and video, and if you are a pro, how can you share what you know in a way that bridges the "knowledge gap" of your audience? 🎙This week's mic: •Rode Broadcasterhttps://geni.us/raVo7Y (Amazon)⚙️ Gear of the Week:•Apple Keynote!———————————————————————Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. ——————————— CONNECT ———————————Electronic Mail: [email protected] Site: https://himynameistom.comSocial Medias: @sodarntom——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)S13E03 | Series Episode 177 Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!What makes a good YouTube review? More and more it seems like negative and critical reviews are thought of as being the most "honest," but is that really true? 🎙This week's mic: •Shure SM4https://geni.us/shuresm4 (Amazon)———————————————————————Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. ——————————— CONNECT ———————————Electronic Mail: [email protected] Site: https://himynameistom.comSocial Medias: @sodarntom——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————•Ecamm Live: https://geni.us/ecammtom•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)S13E02 | Series Episode 176 Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!The Enthusiasm Project returns for a new season! In color! If you’re listening to the audio version, that’s awesome! I’m working to make sure that pretty much everything still translates and makes sense, so video enhances the show but doesn’t make the show. 🎙This week's mic: •Shure SM7B https://geni.us/tepsm7b (Amazon)———————————————————————Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. ——————————— CONNECT ———————————Electronic Mail: [email protected] Site: https://himynameistom.comSocial Medias: @sodarntom——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————•Ecamm Live: https://geni.us/ecammtom•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)S13E01 | Series Episode 175 Podcast Artwork by Kevin Ramirez Original theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!As of 2024 I’ve been producing podcasts for 10 years and while a whole lot has changed during that time, there are definitely some key lessons that have always remained relevant. 🎙This week's  mics:•Lewitt RAYhttps://geni.us/lewittray•The Ray was running through the Rodecaster Duo on the Broadcaster preset.•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S12E10 | Series Episode 174Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!Transparency between a content creator and their audience is a tough thing to build. What happens when a brand asks a creator to violate that trust? iPhonedo's video:https://youtu.be/5GuO7AWJl5o?si=VlydvNlatkA3kjzf🎙This week's  mics:•Earthworks ETHOS (Tom)https://bhpho.to/3CthFs4•Shure SM58 (Heather)https://geni.us/fNPEFQG•Both mics were running through the Rodecaster Pro II on a custom SM7B preset.•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S12E9 | Series Episode 173Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!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.•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S12E8 | Series Episode 172Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!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 RAYhttps://geni.us/lewittray•The Ray was running through the Rodecaster Duo on the Broadcaster preset.•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S12E7 | Series Episode 171Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!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 Serieshttps://geni.us/nt1signatureseries (Amazon)•Blue Sonahttps://geni.us/sonamic (Amazon) •Shure Sm7Bhttps://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 [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S12E6 | Series Episode 170Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!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 [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S12E5 | Series Episode 169Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!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 Serieshttps://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 [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S12E4 | Series Episode 168Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!(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 Serieshttps://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 [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S12E3 | Series Episode 167Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!Can you be authentic and concise at the same time? Is it possible to share your personality while also staying on topic? This week's episode dives into the how's, why's, and huh?'s  of scripting vs. improvising content on YouTube. 🎙This week's  gear:•The "Mystery Mic" was running through the Rodecaster Pro II with on the condenser preset.•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S12E02 | Series Episode 166Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!It's a new season! Let's kick things off with a discussion of what it means to know your limits without creating self limiting beliefs.🎙This week's  mic:•Rode NT1 Signature Serieshttps://geni.us/nt1signatureseries (Amazon)•The NT1SS was running through the Rodecaster Pro II with on the NT1 preset.•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S12E01 | Series Episode 165Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike Alvarez Support the show

Send a text message to the show!It's the Season 11 finale! After not only a season, but an entire year of some pretty intense self reflection both creatively and professionally, I wanted to share some of what I've learned along with some goals and ideas for the coming year. 🎙This week's  mic:•SE X1-Ahttps://geni.us/LRLD3Z4 (Amazon)•The X1-A was running through the Rodecaster Pro II with on the Broadcaster preset.•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S11E10 | Series Episode 164Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!I've been waiting over a year for this: you can now import an existing RSS feed as a podcast to YouTube! This means that YouTube is essentially available as a podcast directory and anyone with an existing audio-only podcast can take advantage of everything it has to offer.But of course as the monkey paw curls, it's not perfect. There are definitely some issues and caveats to  be aware of, especially if you want to incorporate a podcast into an existing channel, so let's cover it all from start to finish!🎙This week's  mic:•Earthworks ETHOShttps://bhpho.to/3CthFs4 (B&H)•The ETHOS was running through the Rodecaster Pro II with  my custom SM7B preset.•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S11E9 | Series Episode 163Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!I hope you don't hate me after this one. From drones and gimbals to wireless systems and computers, it's time to get geared up for some unpopular gear opinions!🎙This week's  mic:•Earthworks ETHOShttps://bhpho.to/3CthFs4 (B&H)•The ETHOS was running through the Rodecaster Pro II with  my custom SM7B preset.•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S11E8 | Series Episode 162Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!The A/V Helpdesk returns! This time we'll dive into some in-depth trouble shooting and case studies about sound treatment, audio quality, camera picture profile settings, and more!🔌 Here's the USB charger that I mentioned for powering my Sony cameras:https://geni.us/QdviC (Amazon)🎙This week's  mic:•Earthworks ETHOShttps://bhpho.to/3CthFs4 (B&H)•The ETHOS was running through the Rodecaster Pro II with the my custom SM7B preset.•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S11E7 | Series Episode 161Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!I want to try something new this week with what I'm calling a "Community Podcast." This episode dives into some YouTube behind the scenes, creator-related updates, and even general personal updates about what I've been up to. It's almost like a vlog podcast...a vlogcast!🎙This week's  mic:•Shure SM7Bhttps://geni.us/tepsm7b(Amazon)•The SM7B was running through the Rodecaster Pro II with the my custom SM7B preset.•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S11E6 | Series Episode 160Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!It's once again time for a Q&A episode, so join me as we discuss everything from video codecs and podcast production to hair products and Stanley Cup predictions!• How to remix audio in Adobe Audition:https://himynameistom.com/setups🎙This week's  mic:•Lewitt LCT 440 Purehttps://geni.us/ygRb95l (Amazon)•The Lewitt was running through the Rodecaster Pro II with the Rode Broadcaster mic preset. •Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S11E5 | Series Episode 161Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!Adding video to your podcast can be a huge challenge, so this episode breaks down the different components of a sustainable video podcasting workflow to help you decide whether or not the juice is worth the squeeze!• Here are some recommended podcasting setups:https://himynameistom.com/setups• Use promo code "ENTHUSIASM" for 10% off of my podcasting and video editing courses! https://himynameistom.com/courses•Ecamm Live (my preferred podcasting/streaming software):https://geni.us/ecammtom🎙This week's gear:I'm using a "Mystery Mic" that I can't reveal just yet, but it was running through the Mackie DLZ Creator. I've had some issues with the DLZ in the past, but recent updates have made things work a lot better and I'm liking it quite a bit. •Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S11E4 | Series Episode 160Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!Have you ever thought about starting a podcast but don't know where to begin? This week's episode walks you through the basic process to get your show up and running! This is essentially a very condensed overview of my DIY podcasting course, The Podcaster Playbook. Use promo code "ENTHUSIASM" for 10% off if you think it's a good fit for you and your podcasting journey. 🎙This week's microphone:Audio Technica AT897: https://bhpho.to/3P7YwSL (B&H)Here's my full review on it: https://youtu.be/5o8g5CqHCMgThe AT897 was running through the Rodecaster Pro II using the Rode Broadcaster preset. This is not normally how this shotgun mic is supposed to be used, but it's fun to see how it works as a podcast mic!•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S11E3 | Series Episode 159Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!Between Rodecasters, Gigcasters, Mixcasters...all the 'Casters, it can be tough to decide which audio recorder/mixer/interface is best for you. This episode breaks down some of the most popular and capable podcast mixers along with some of my recommendations for which ones suit which needs best. 🔉 Here are the mixers that I discuss:•Rodecaster Pro II: https://bhpho.to/3wCwaqI (B&H)•Rodecaster Duo: https://bhpho.to/3VmWyRl (B&H)•Boss Gigcaster: https://geni.us/gigcaster (Amazon)•Mackie DLZ Creator: https://geni.us/FR4q (Amazon)🎙This week's microphone:Shure SM7B: https://geni.us/tepsm7b (Amazon)The SM7B was running through the Rodecaster Duo using a preset that I created after following the instructions in this video from Brodie Brazil and Home Studio Pro: https://youtu.be/U4hVGtdo5MYI💡Learn Something Awesome:•My Final Cut Pro editing course: https://learnfinalcutpro.com•My podcast production course: https://podcasterplaybook.com•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S11E2 | Series Episode 158Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!This one goes to 11! This first episode of Season 11 covers a bit of gear talk (including the new Shure Sm7dB) and then dives into the absolute nightmare that is YouTube's Invalid Traffic issue.• Daniel Batal's awesome Twitter post: https://x.com/Daniel_Batal/status/1706674029778674040?s=20•This video does an incredible job of explaining the YouTube advertiser issue which I believe is connected to Invalid Traffic: https://youtu.be/hWJrsz_cmas?si=CBl2HJ00QMsqsLTF• This article explains the issue with YouTube advertisers claiming to be misled. Interestingly enough, it appeared about a month before the recent surge of channels being struck with "invalid traffic."  🎙This week's microphone:Shure SM7dB: https://geni.us/sm7db (Amazon)The SM7B was running through the Rodecaster Pro II using a preset that I created after following the instructions in this video from Brodie Brazil and Home Studio Pro: https://youtu.be/U4hVGtdo5MYI💡Learn Something Awesome:•My Final Cut Pro editing course: https://learnfinalcutpro.com•My podcast production course: https://podcasterplaybook.com•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S11E1 | Series Episode 157Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!Chris Raub joins the show for this final episode to share his experience as a ska fan and musician from the 90's through today. For me, hearing from truly talented musicians on what stands out the most about ska is fascinating.We also discovered that we were both at the same Aquabats show I talked about in Episode 3!•Chris has his own podcast that you can check out!https://www.therecoveryjunkies.com•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future episode! [email protected] ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 🎯Support The Ska Podcast https://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuckInstagram: @sodarntomAll My Podcasts: www.himynameistom.com/podcasts🎙Ready to start your own podcast? Check out The Podcaster Playbook, a step-by-step DIY course to help you launch your show: https://podcasterplaybook.com Mini Series Episode 6Support the show

Send a text message to the show!Patrick Boberg joins this week to talk about his ska journey, playing in bands, working in the world of film/video, and crafting the delicate tune that would become this podcast's theme.•Connect with Pat!ResponsiblyWild.com@PatBoBomb••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 🎯Support The Ska Podcast https://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuckTwitter & IG: @sodarntomAll My Podcasts: www.himynameistom.com/podcasts🎙Ready to start your own podcast? Check out The Podcaster Playbook, a step-by-step DIY course to help you launch your show: https://podcasterplaybook.com Mini Series Episode 5Support the show

Send a text message to the show!Mike's back on the mic with me and this time he's been doing some research to take us on a journey through the different "waves" of ska, beginning with early roots in 1940's Jamaica all the way through the current scene and everything somewhere in the between.•The Spotify playlist from this episode•Check out Mike and his Bands:The Toy YodasGood Luck Ugly!Holy Schnikes @mikethealvarez on Twitter or X or whatever it's called now, if it still exists.•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future episode! [email protected] ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 🎯Support The Ska Podcast https://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuckTwitter & IG: @sodarntomAll My Podcasts: www.himynameistom.com/podcasts🎙Ready to start your own podcast? Check out The Podcaster Playbook, a step-by-step DIY course to help you launch your show: https://podcasterplaybook.com Mini Series Episode 4Support the show

Send a text message to the show!This week I want to take a trip back in time to October 25, 2002 when I went to an Aquabats concerted that literally altered the course of my life and set me on the path to be where I’m at today. It was an incredible experience that solidified The Aquabats and ska as not just something I enjoy, but a core part of my DNA. That sounds more scientific than it probably is. \🎶  🎺 Original theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike Alvarez••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 🎯Support The Ska Podcast https://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 📲 Connect!YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuckTwitter & IG: @sodarntomAll My Podcasts: www.himynameistom.com/podcasts🎙Ready to start your own podcast? Check out The Podcaster Playbook, a step-by-step DIY course to help you launch your show: https://podcasterplaybook.com Mini Series Episode 3Support the show

Send a text message to the show!The Ska Journey continues with Mike Alvarez, one of my best friends for over 20 years, professional music educator, and active musician in the ska scene. Last week I shared how ska came into my life, and now I want to hear another story about what happens when you discover ska during your formative years and how it can impact every other part of your life. Mike also recorded The Ska Podcast/Enthusiasm Project theme song, which was first composed by upcoming guest Patrick Boberg. •Check out Mike and his Bands:The Toy YodasGood Luck Ugly!Holy Schnikes @mikethealvarez on Twitter or X or whatever it's called. •Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future episode! [email protected] ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 🎯Support The Ska Podcast https://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuckTwitter & IG: @sodarntomAll My Podcasts: www.himynameistom.com/podcasts🎙Ready to start your own podcast? Check out The Podcaster Playbook, a step-by-step DIY course to help you launch your show: https://podcasterplaybook.com Mini Series Episode 2Support the show

Send a text message to the show!It’s the inaugural episode of The Ska Podcast! To kick things off I thought it’d be a good idea to dive into my personal “ska journey”. Everyone has a unique story of how hugely influential things came into their lives, and this is mine. Hopefully this gives you an idea of where I’m coming from when I say that I love ska music and how it’s been wildly influential throughout my life. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 🎯Support The Ska Podcast https://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 📲 Connect!YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuckTwitter & IG: @sodarntomAll My Podcasts: www.himynameistom.com/podcasts🎙Ready to start your own podcast? Check out The Podcaster Playbook, a step-by-step DIY course to help you launch your show: https://podcasterplaybook.com Mini Series Episode 1Support the show

Send a text message to the show!It’s the Season 10 finale! And what a journey it’s been! Before wrapping things up, I wanted to take a look back at the unexpected (but incredibly rewarding) creative journey/evolution that’s happened over the past few months and attempt to reach a conclusion that helps keep it all in perspective. I can’t thank you enough not only for supporting the show, but also for all of the kindness you’ve shown me as I’ve tried to figure all this stuff out. It genuinely means the world to me. Thank you for 10 amazing seasons!🎙This week's microphone:Shure SM7B: https://geni.us/tepsm7b (Amazon)The SM7B was running through the Rodecaster Pro II using a preset that I created after following the instructions in this video from Brodie Brazil and Home Studio Pro: https://youtu.be/U4hVGtdo5MYI💡Learn Something Awesome:•My Final Cut Pro editing course: https://learnfinalcutpro.com•My podcast production course: https://podcasterplaybook.com•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S10E10 | Series Episode 156Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!Whenever you create something, it's an investment of time, energy, and resources. Feeding algorithms and platforms can quickly start to feel like you're just tossing these unique creations into an indifferent machine to keep things churning along. At what point does that become disrespectful to yourself, your time, and the thing you created? 🎙This week's microphone:Shure SM7B: https://geni.us/tepsm7b (Amazon) The SM7B was running through the Rodecaster Pro II using a preset that I created after following the instructions in this video from Brodie Brazil and Home Studio Pro: https://youtu.be/U4hVGtdo5MYI 💡Learn Something Awesome:•My Final Cut Pro editing course: https://learnfinalcutpro.com•My podcast production course: https://podcasterplaybook.com•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S10E09 | Series Episode 155Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!This week's episode kicks off with some follow-up to one of the tech problems we looked at last time in the A/V Helpdesk, and then I ask for some tech support of my own before diving into a huge creative change– perhaps the biggest one I've ever made– to the way I approach YouTube. 🎙This week's microphone:Lewitt LCT240 Pro: https://bhpho.to/3Mf4sts (B&H)The Lewitt was running through the Rodecaster Pro II on the generic condenser preset.💡Learn Something Awesome:•My Final Cut Pro editing course: https://learnfinalcutpro.com•My podcast production course: https://podcasterplaybook.com•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S10E08 | Series Episode 154Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!In the first ever installment of The A/V Helpdesk we'll dive into some in-depth trouble shooting and case studies about saving ruined audio on client projects, choosing editing software, and dealing with mic bleed in close recording quarters!Adobe Enhance Speech: https://podcast.adobe.com/enhance🎙This week's microphone:Shure SM7B: https://geni.us/tepsm7bThe SM7B was running through the Rodecaster Duo on the SM7B preset with a few custom adjustments made to the EQ. 💡Learn Something Awesome:•My Final Cut Pro editing course: https://learnfinalcutpro.com•My podcast production course: https://podcasterplaybook.com•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S10E07 | Series Episode 153Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!When does something become art? When does someone become an artist? It’s easy to fall back on stereotypes of tortured painters or musicians laboring away at a great work, but what about the rest of us? My wife Heather joins the podcast again this week to take a look at what it means to be an artist, the importance of creativity within every facet of life, and how traditionally non-artist types are able to share their creativity through YouTube. Here are the two books we talk about and share quotes from:•The Creative Act: https://geni.us/TYSWH (Amazon)•Flow: https://geni.us/NO9YvAV (Amazon)🎙This week's microphones:Tom: Warm Audio WA47jr https://bhpho.to/3JNUjlD (B&H) Heather: Neat King Bee II https://geni.us/vgeB (Amazon) Both mics were running through the Rodecaster Duo on the generic Condenser setting.💡Learn Something Awesome:•My Final Cut Pro editing course: https://learnfinalcutpro.com•My podcast production course: https://podcasterplaybook.com•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S10E06 | Series Episode 152Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!It's time for the Season 10 Q&A episode! Thank you so much to everyone who took the time to send in questions!🎙This week's microphone:Earthworks ETHOS https://bhpho.to/3JQa23PThe ETHOS was running through the Rodecaster Pro II on the generic Condenser setting.💡Learn Something Awesome:•My Final Cut Pro editing course: https://learnfinalcutpro.com•My podcast production course: https://podcasterplaybook.com•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck S10E05 | Series Episode 151Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!For the first time in 6 years I took an actual break. No YouTube, no analytics, no social media, emails, or anything for 15 days.  Suffice it to say I learned a lot, and Heather is here to help process some of the most important takeaways.🎙This week's microphones:Tom: Earthworks ETHOS https://bhpho.to/3JQa23PHeather: Blue Sona https://geni.us/sonamicBoth mics were running through the Rodecaster Duo💡Learn Something Awesome:•My Final Cut Pro editing course: https://learnfinalcutpro.com•My podcast production course: https://podcasterplaybook.com•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck•Twitter & IG: @sodarntom S10E04 | Series Episode 150Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!I haven’t taken a break in 6 years. When your main passion/hobby becomes not only a side hustle but also a full time career, the idea of taking a break can feel overwhelming, scary, and just plain wrong. So in addition to a bit of gear talk and some awesome listener messages, my wife Heather joins me this week to dissect a bit of what’s been going on creatively lately and why now is probably the best time to step away for a little bit. 🎙This week's microphones:Tom: Earthworks ETHOS https://bhpho.to/3JQa23PHeather: Shure SM7B https://geni.us/tepsm7bBoth mics were running through the Rodecaster Duo💡Learn Something Awesome:•My Final Cut Pro editing course: https://learnfinalcutpro.com•My podcast production course: https://podcasterplaybook.com•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck•Twitter & IG: @sodarntom S10E03 | Series Episode 149Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show

Send a text message to the show!Many YouTube creators have unwittingly put brands in the driver’s seat of their channels, which I think has lead to a lot of fatigue/burnout from both creators and viewers alike. This week’s episode dives into that transition a bit more and explores what it would mean to re-evaluate the way we approach YouTube to rediscover creating and consuming from a place of genuine passion and enthusiasm. 🎙This week's microphone:Rode Podmic USBhttps://bhpho.to/3HlqwPQ (B&H)The PodMic USB was running through the Rodecaster Duo on the PodMic preset with a few adjustments to the Big Bottom and EQ. 💡Learn Something Awesome:•My Final Cut Pro editing course: https://learnfinalcutpro.com•My podcast production course: https://podcasterplaybook.com•Send a voice, text, or video message to be included in a future [email protected] or use the audio submission button at himynameistom.com!•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••🎯Support the Showhttps://patreon.com/tombuckhttps://buymeacoffee.com/tombuck•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••📲 Connect!•All My Podcasts: https://himynameistom.com/podcasts•YouTube: www.youtube.com/tombuck•Twitter & IG: @sodarntom S10E02 | Series Episode 148Affiliate links mean I earn a commission from qualifying purchases. This helps support the show at no additional cost to you.Podcast Artwork by Kevin RamirezOriginal theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike AlvarezSupport the show