The Enthusiasm Project

Send a text message to the show! So much has happened between seasons that I want to take some time to catch up on all the crazy new A/V gear releases that have happened including Final Cut Pro for iPad, new cameras, Rodecaster clones, and a ton of new gear from Rode. 🎙This week's microphone: Rode Podmic USB https://bhpho.to/3HlqwPQ (B&H) The PodMic USB was running through the Mackie DLZ...

Send a text message to the show! Have you ever felt embarrassed to admit you don't know something? I've taken on a lot of new hobbies and endeavors over the past year and it's been...humbling, to say the least. But it's also taught me the importance of admitting what you don't know and learning to "not be afraid to be seen trying." 🎙This week's microphone: R...

Send a text message to the show! Is every new product really "revolutionary?" Is this year's phone so different form last year's that it's really going to change your life in a meaningful way? Probably not. Marketing is nothing new, but in the world of Creator Marketing, things are evolving fast and it seems like companies are putting themselves in the driver's seat m...

Send a text message to the show! Get set to talk sets! Whether it's YouTube, podcasting, or even client work, a lot goes in to creating an awesome set design. 🎙This week's microphone: Rode NT-1 5th Gen https://bhpho.to/40nWaTS (B&H) The NT-1 was running through the Rodecaster Pro II on the  NT-1 preset. 💡Learn Something Awesome: •My Final Cut Pro editing course: https://learnfinalcu...

Send a text message to the show! "You need to have your own website!" This is pretty common advice that you may have heard many times. But why? Let's talk about not only why it's a good idea to carve out your own corner of the internet with a website, but also how to do it– from hosting, domains, and content/structure, this week's episode covers everything! (Or at least &q...

Send a text message to the show! We all probably know that there's a big difference between "beginner" and "pro" audio/video gear, but how big is that difference really and how do you navigate choosing the right equipment for your needs? What about upgrades– do you really need the latest and greatest? 🎙This week's microphone: Lewitt LCT 440 Pure https://bhpho.to/3k7cC...

Send a text message to the show! It's time for the Season 9 Q&A episode! This was a really fun batch of questions, so thank you so much to everyone who took the time to submit! 🎙This week's microphone: Blue Sona: https://geni.us/sonamic (Amazon) https://bhpho.to/3IQvCU2 (B&H) The Sona was running through the Rodecaster Pro II on the Broadcaster preset. •16 Stops podcast episode a...

Send a text message to the show! It's time for a camera quest! If you've decided to dive into the world of cameras with interchangeable lenses, things can quickly become confusing. So let's talk about some things to consider when searching for the "perfect" camera, along with some of my specific favorites/recommendations. 🎙This week's microphone: Shure SM7B: https://g...

Send a text message to the show! Being a beginner is scary and learning new things is hard. But with the limited time we have on this planet, I think it's incredibly important to explore our curiosities and give ourselves permission to learn and explore new things. So before we dive into more concrete topics with future episodes, let's take some time to talk about how to learn and all th...

Send a text message to the show! Video editing can be both incredibly fun and overwhelming. If you’re looking to get started editing, and even you’ve been editing for a while but want to brush up on some of your skills, let’s dive into the technical and philosophical sides of video editing, along with listener questions! •Check out my Final Cut Pro video editing course! https://learnfinalcutpro.co...

Send a text message to the show! It's the first episode of Season 9! My goal this season is for each episode to have a clear purpose and tangible takeaway (and of course hopefully be enjoyable and at least mildly entertaining). So with that in mind, it's time to revisit my Creator Ethics Statement! Steal my ethics here: https://himynameistom.com/ethics •Send a voice, text, or video messa...

Send a text message to the show! It's the end of another season! To wrap things up, I wanted to take some time and share a few updates on some of the topics we've covered over the past few months, including microphones, YouTube, camera bag dilemmas, and creating a new course. Record studio-quality remote interviews from anywhere. Sign up for free recording with Riverside.fm !  Use promo...

Send a text message to the show! I made it almost 3 years, but the beast finally caught me a few weeks ago. Fortunately I'm feeling better now, but it was definitely a rough time.  On the days when I wasn't desperately trying to escape my own body, I gained an entirely new appreciation for YouTube. After binging a ton of videos from channels outside of my niche, I came to a few important...

Send a text message to the show! There’s no denying the rise in popularity of video podcasting, and as a lifelong audio/video production enthusiast I feel almost obligated to be excited about that…but I’m not.  While I definitely enjoy and appreciate video podcasts, I do think there’s a sense for many podcasters that it’s a requirement if you want anyone to enjoy your show, which can be hugely lim...

Send a text message to the show! Let's have a linear discussion about non-linear editing sofware! As someone who started video editing with VCR's, all of the modern options are pretty incredible. But if you're looking to dive into the world of video editing, it cna also be overwhelkming, so I wanted to take a bit of a deep dive into the three most popular options for independent cre...

Send a text message to the show! The world of online platforms is very...interesting right now. In many ways it feels like a bubble is bursting, but maybe that's not a bad thing? My awesome wife Heather is here to talk about what that shift might mean for creators and how it could be a chance to be empowered in creating on your own terms.   Record studio-quality remote interviews from anywher...

Send a text message to the show! It's time for this season's Q&A episode! I'm always super excited for these, so thank you very much to everyone who sent in questions! •Check out the  @Obscure Mics microphone showdown for some really cool options: https://youtu.be/bbpo0dMpQ6g Record studio-quality remote interviews from anywhere. Sign up for free recording with Riverside.fm !  U...

Send a text message to the show! I recently started the production of a new course all about editing with Final Cut Pro, but don't worry, this isn't a shameless plug for that– it's about everything that went wrong during my first two days of production and the...tough lessons learned along the way. That discussion is the opening act for the headliner of today's show: camera bag...

Send a text message to the show! I've mustard up the courage to ketchup on all of the new camera releases lately, so I hope you relish this episode! We''ll talk about the Sony a7RV, FX30, Canon's lineup, new lenses, mics, and more! Record studio-quality remote interviews from anywhere. Sign up for free recording with Riverside.fm !  Use promo code "TOM15" for a 15% di...

Send a text message to the show! Let's kick things off by breaking down some of the mic feedback I got after my microphone comparison and what I'm looking for in my quest for the "perfect mic." That leads into a  history lesson and discussion on the democratization of equipment and what that means not only for people who want to use all this great stuff, but for those who think...

Send a text message to the show! I need your help! This was originally  supposed to be a quick test that I was recording for myself, but as time went on, my mind got a bit boggled with options. Thank you to Kane Treble for time stamping the different comparisons if you want to jump back and forth: 00:00 Introduction 04:38 Comparison begins - Shure SM7B 04:55 Sona 05:07 SM7B again 05:41 ETHOS vs So...

Send a text message to the show! It's the start of a new season, so my awesome wife Heather is here to talk about a pretty major mindset shift we've both had as creators over the past few months and what it means to be an "enthusiast" vs. an "authority." Record studio-quality remote interviews from anywhere. Sign up for free recording with Riverside.fm !  Use promo co...

Send a text message to the show! It's the end of Season 7! To wrap things up in a really fun and awesome way, I've got my friend and educator/photographer/YouTuber Michael Sladek here to share some insights to not just the creative journey, but how our different yet similar backgrounds brought us into the world of photo/video. Michael's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/MichaelSlad...

Send a text message to the show! Starting one YouTube channel can be a big enough challenge,  so why on earth would anyone want to start a second one? This is how I felt for quite a few years, but now my thoughts have entirely changed. Having a second YouTube channel has given me a totally unexpected creative boost and even made my "main" channel better along the way! 🎙 This Week's...

Send a text message to the show! That's the title of one of the best YouTube videos I've ever seen. It perfectly encapsulates a lot of what I've been thinking and feeling about the YouTube journey lately, which has ultimately lead to a really positive perspective and overall feeling. Check out the full video here: https://youtu.be/c3xSJuoUnN8 🎙This week’s mic: ElectroVoice RE20 Blac...