The Hobby Lab

If you are just tuning in, this is the place where we celebrate everything digital. We are talking about everything from the thrill of sports betting and trading options to the technical side of building video games and playing with AI. Whether you are deep into coding and codecs or you prefer the artistic side of digital journaling and making music on your iPad, there is so much to explore here,...

Deon from Digital Hobby Labs is back, and ironically, my digital hobbies have started turning back into analog ones. I have been feeling this strong desire to build something physical that I can actually see and touch, rather than just keeping everything behind a screen. 🚀

AI is taking over everything right now, from the market and big companies to the weapons being developed behind the scenes. It feels like the early 2000s all over again when the internet was brand new, but this time it is moving a hundred times faster. If you are not paying attention, it is easy to get left behind in a way we have never seen before.

Imagine waking up and getting paid just for being yourself and talking about the things you naturally love. That is the dream we are dreaming on today’s episode, and I want to show you how to move from just having a hobby to building a business that runs on autopilot.

used to be all about the thrill of sports betting, but everything changed when I discovered the world of stock options. Transitioning from the sportsbook app to trading charts was not just a change in strategy, it was a complete shift in my digital lifestyle. In this video, I share how I traded the money line for the option chain and why I now view trading as my primary digital hobby.

Welcome back to Digital Hobby Labs! I am Deon, and today I am diving into my lifelong journey with digital hobbies. From the early days of playing Pong and Atari with my uncle to modern-day Steam sessions, gaming has always been a way for me to unwind and have some fun. I remember the days of Missile Command, Duck Hunt, and the Sega Genesis like they were yesterday. Even though I am big on managin...

Let's talk about the Roland SP-404 and why I absolutely love this piece of gear even though making beats on it can be a real struggle. While I might prefer an iPad or Maschine for the actual production side of things, the 404 shines in a way that nothing else does when it comes to performance and processing.

’m Deon with Digital Hobby Labs and today we’re geeking out over my favorite piece of gear: microphones! Whether you’re just starting your podcast or looking to upgrade your studio setup, choosing the right mic can be a total game-changer for your sound quality. In this video, I’m pulling back the curtain on my personal gear setup to show you what works, what doesn't, and why I’ve settled on t...

Starting your streaming journey is a path full of unexpected hurdles. Deon from Digital Hobby Labs shares the top things he learned while setting up his studio to help you avoid common mistakes. 🚀In this video, we dive into the reality of content creation and what you actually need to get started. From gear selection to software stability, these insights will help you streamline your process and...

Getting denied for an affiliate program can feel like a major setback, but it is actually a hidden opportunity to build a much stronger foundation for your brand. In this video, I share my personal experience with getting rejected by software I love and the exact roadmap we developed to turn those nos into a big yes. You have the power to create a platform that brands are eager to join, and it all...

Ever wondered how a simple video game could turn into a full fledged creative business? Deon from Digital Hobby Labs shares his journey from making beats on a PlayStation to navigating the world of professional music publishing and sync licensing. This episode explores the transition from a casual hobby to a structured entity focused on acquisitions and creative growth. 🚀

Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes of a music production stream? Join Dewey Decimal in the Hobby Labs as he experiments with live streaming and builds a boom bap beat from scratch. It is all about the raw process of creating without a plan and seeing where the rhythm takes us. 🎹In this session, we are diving deep into the creative workflow for hip hop production. You will see how to take...

Ever feel like your best ideas just vanish because you didn't write them down fast enough? I have been experimenting with a way to turn spoken words into a fully organized to-do list without ever touching a keyboard. In this video, I am walking you through my personal setup at Digital Hobby Labs where I use what I call AVAI or Audio Visual Artificial Intelligence. https://www.todoist.com/. - N...

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