Be Awesome Together

🎙️ Episode Summary What happens when two of the most genuine voices in the creator space sit down and get real about burnout, boundaries, and what it actually means to build something you love? This episode of Be Awesome Together is one for the books — and not because everything went perfectly, but because Charles and Tyra let you see exactly what it looks like when life starts redirecting the shi...

Sometimes creators don’t burn out because they hate what they do—they burn out because they love it so much they keep pouring from an empty cup. In this episode of Be Awesome Together , Charles and Tyra dive into the very real weight creators carry: exhaustion, dopamine chasing, life responsibilities, screen fatigue, and the pressure to always produce. What starts as a conversation about “creator...

This episode kicks off in pure chaos—and somehow turns that chaos into connection, creativity, and a whole lot of laughter. What starts as playful banter about shelves, editing struggles, and podcast launches quickly spirals into deeper conversations about building creative momentum, finding your voice (even when you hate hearing it), and navigating the ever-evolving digital landscape. There’s an...

What happens when you drop a jet-lagged professor straight into a live podcast and ask her if inspiration was worth the trip? You get chaos, laughter, and a surprisingly deep conversation about creativity, burnout, and chasing the right kind of energy. Tyra returns from England overflowing with ideas—talking about magical gardens, Stonehenge moments, and how inspiration doesn’t just “show up”… it...

This episode starts in pure Be Awesome Together fashion: the wrong button gets hit, the laughs come early, and then Charles and Tyra slide into a real conversation about what it actually takes to make events work. Beneath the jokes about chairs, gimbals, newsletters, TikTok Lives, and travel stress, there’s a genuinely helpful discussion about the chaos behind conventions, panels, and live program...

Tyra’s back in the office— Shelf Watch is alive —and the whole vibe is “we’re trying to be creators… but the tech is trying to humble us.” Between audio levels doing parkour, camera chaos, and the sacred art of not falling off a chair just to reach a tote bag, this episode is basically a real-time behind-the-scenes of two people fighting for their flow while life keeps throwing pop-up ads and draw...

Earbuds in, prayers up… and the chaos immediately delivers. Charles road-trips to Kennesaw to record Be Awesome Together at Tyra’s kitchen table, where the “hot mess” energy is the whole brand. Between mic-muting mishaps, sushi heartbreak (RIP Sushiu), and a Korean BBQ glow-up, you get that cozy, unfiltered “friends who actually like each other” vibe—complete with audience saves from Earth Station...

Tonight’s grab-bag episode turns into a real-time masterclass in why “Be Awesome Together” works: you don’t just answer questions—you let the audience watch the process . Between Shelf Watch wins (Tyra reclaiming peace, Charles taking an Xbox day like it’s doctor’s orders), tech gremlins (hello, purple screen), and community shoutouts (Creative Mornings, Earth Station Boo, DVO), the whole thing fe...

Charles “Rock God of Podcasting” McFall & Tyra Burton come in live with zero expectations and immediately lean into the chaos: language quirks, creator fatigue, and the very real “can I go back to vacation?” mood. From there, the episode turns into a candid, funny, way-too-relatable behind-the-scenes look at what it means to keep showing up when your energy tank is flashing “E.” They riff on b...

New year, same chaos — and that’s exactly the vibe Charles and Tyra roll into with: “Happy rebooting of the Matrix.” What starts as the usual “are we live / can you hear the music / who’s got the button” spirals into the kind of real talk people actually need after the holidays: burnout, momentum whiplash, and why “resolutions” feel like a setup for failure. Charles lays it out like a man who’s wa...

The episode opens like a real holiday living room: cats eating plastic, Shane crashing into the house like a tornado, and Charles & Tyra immediately getting hijacked by “life is lifing.” And somehow—between scotch, cold-brew regret, and a whole side-quest about chairs, shelves, and the chaos of scheduling—they land on the real theme: this is the final Be Awesome Together episode of 2025, and i...

This episode starts exactly where real creativity lives: in the messy, human moments before the “perfect” show begins. From audio hiccups and nostalgic commercial references to candid laughs about chaos, Charles and Tyra pull the curtain back on what professionalism actually looks like when things don’t go according to plan. And spoiler: it’s not polish—it’s presence. As the conversation deepens,...

This episode dives straight into the heart of creative burnout, sick-day fog, and the emotional roller coaster every creator secretly rides. Charles and Tyra openly unpack what it really feels like when mindset slams the brakes on creativity—whether it's doom-scrolling through exhaustion, pushing too hard out of habit, or losing your spark in the middle of a project you love. It’s honest, funn...

This episode is pure cozy-chaos in the best BAT way — whiskey jokes, southern cornbread debates, gratitude confessions, and a whole lot of heart. Charles and Tyra slide from dinner talk into deep emotional work without ever losing the playful banter that makes their dynamic magic. This is that feel-like-you’re-in-the-living-room kind of episode — the kind where being grateful turns into storytelli...

In this lively, off-the-rails episode of Be Awesome Together , Charles and Tyra ride the post-Conjuration high and dive straight into what happens when creative chaos becomes creative collaboration. From RPG shenanigans, bizarre character voices, cults of Possum Christ, and loud hallway recruitment tactics, to real talk about building workshops, panels, and community—this episode shows the beauty...

Charles and Tyra are back on Be Awesome Together with a blend of chaos, creativity, and cough drops. After battling sickness and AI frustration, the duo dives into something every creator should care about — building community and sustainability through Patreon. From late-night creative burnout to the magic of small consistent effort, they tackle why newsletters, tiers, and connection matter more...

What if your “regular job” was already your media training ground? In this episode of Be Awesome Together , Charles and guest co-host Dr. Elaine Venter unpack how any real-world experience—waiting tables, pulling espresso shots, or leading a student club—can translate into digital-media skills. From learning professional communication behind a counter to turning a side hustle into a personal brand...

Technical chaos meets creative community in this hilarious, heart-on-its-sleeve episode of Be Awesome Together ! With Charles away, Tyra takes the reins (and the buttons) alongside returning favorite Bob McGough — author, podcaster, and self-described “redneck wizard wrangler.” Between missing music cues, haunted dogs, and a live phone call from Charles, the duo dives deep into how indie creators...

This episode of Be Awesome Together is equal parts chaos, caffeine, and creativity. Charles and Tyra dive into the art of crafting the perfect hook —that one-liner that makes people stop scrolling and start listening. From elevator pitches to podcast intros, they show how storytelling, humor, and heart can turn a sentence into an invitation. Along the way, they test out real-time hooks for Caffein...

Ever wonder what it really takes to start your own podcast? In this laughter-filled, nostalgia-driven episode, Charles and Tyra dig deep into their own podcasting origin stories — from chaotic first recordings and questionable mic setups to lessons learned after years behind the mic. Whether you’re dreaming of hitting “record” for the first time or have a dusty podcast project sitting on your hard...

Ever hit that point where you just don’t want to do anything —even the things you love? That’s where Charles and Tyra start this episode of Be Awesome Together , live, chaotic, and caffeine-fueled (with guest appearances from dogs, lattes, and laughter). They dive deep into what it means to create in the lull —those moments when motivation dries up but life keeps rolling. From Tyra’s honest talk a...

This episode is pure, improvisational energy — two friends (and long-time collaborators) riffing on what it actually looks like to choose growth instead of staying stuck. Between Dragon Con debriefs, coffee obsessions, mic troubles, and the occasional spider horror story, Charles and Tyra weave practical philosophy into real-world anecdotes: how putting something down can be growth, why curiosity...

Dragon Con just ended, and the blues are real—but instead of wallowing, Tyra and guest Elaine Venter turn their post-con crash into a warm, chaotic, and hilarious debrief. From volunteering in the Digital Media Track to exploring food courts, cosplay struggles, and meeting stars like Katee Sackhoff, this episode captures what makes Dragon Con unlike any other con in the world. It’s part confession...

This live Dragon Con 2025 episode of Be Awesome Together is buzzing with energy, creativity, and real talk about finding your niche. Charles and Tyra bring guest Barr Foxx to the table, and together they dive into the chaos of shelves (literal and metaphorical), saying “no,” and learning how to value your energy. Barr shares the story of how cosplay became his passion—starting with Halloween costu...

This episode of Be Awesome Together is pure creator chaos in the best way possible. Charles and Tyra wrestle with tech gremlins, playful chatroom trolls, and the ever-looming countdown to Dragon Con—all while diving deep into what it really takes to prep for panels. From hilarious stories about dumpster babies and surprise panel assignments to heartfelt reminders about kindness and confidence, thi...