Youtube | Rumble

Join us on Asylum Live as we dive deep with Creatrix Brit, art director for Polymaker Education and multi-talented maker whose journey from decade-long paramedic to 3D printing content creator offers unique insights for creators everywhere.

�️ Timeline:
0:00 Introduction & platform moderation humor
5:30 Brit’s role at Polymaker Education
12:45 First meeting at RepRap & creative feedback philosophy
19:20 Trust and integrity in the maker community
25:10 Decade-long paramedic career & medical background
32:40 Transition from emergency medicine to creative work
38:15 Finding connection through pandemic content creation
44:30 EMS training’s “sorting hat” experience
51:45 Identity shift & financial realities of career change
58:20 How medical troubleshooting translates to 3D printing
1:05:40 Coping mechanisms & maker community support
1:12:15 Printer troubleshooting war stories
1:18:30 Quick-fire questions: First printers, favorite prints & more
1:25:45 The perfect lightsaber print story

Discover how Brit’s systematic “body as machine” mindset from emergency medicine perfectly translated to diagnosing 3D printer issues, and why her OCD drives both her technical precision and creative perfectionism.

� LIVE by creating. GROW through wisdom. SHOW by teaching generously.
Follow Creatrix Brit:
Twitch (Tuesdays/Thursdays 9PM EST): https://www.twitch.tv/creatrix_britt
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/creatrix_britt

Join the Asylum Life community:
Website: https://www.asylumlife.com
Asylum Live Podcast: https://www.asylumlife.com/asylum-live/
LinkTree: https://www.asylumlife.com/linktree
Discord: https://www.asylumlife.com/ytdiscord

Music by Audiio: https://www.asylumlife.com/audiio
Creator Tools: https://www.asylumlife.com/creator-tools/
Maker Tools: https://www.asylumlife.com/maker-tools/
Amazon Storefront: https://www.asylumlife.com/amazon

Youtube | Rumble

Join us on Asylum Live as we sit down with Melissa and Nathan (aka Cookiecad), the dynamic duo behind Cookiecad. Discover how a baker’s need for custom cookie cutters evolved into one of the most vibrant filament brands in the 3D printing community.

� Timeline:
0:00 Introduction
2:15 Melissa & Nathan’s unconventional matchmaking story
8:30 From Queens to cookie entrepreneurship

14:45 The birth of Cookiecad’s free design software

22:10 Behind the scenes: Creating unique filament colors
31:40 Growing from garage shipping to warehouse operations
38:15 Community engagement at Remurf & Rapid TCT
45:20 Upcoming events: Cookie Con & virtual paint night
52:35 Advice for 3D printing creators

Learn how nail polish inspires filament colors and why focusing on your unique ideas is crucial for success in the maker space.

Whether you’re a seasoned printer or just starting your journey, this conversation offers valuable insights into building a successful maker business.

Cookiecad website: https://www.cookiecad.com

Join the Asylum Life community:
Website: https://www.asylumlife.com
Asylum Live Podcast: https://www.asylumlife.com/asylum-live/
LinkTree: https://www.asylumlife.com/linktree
Discord: https://www.asylumlife.com/ytdiscord

Music by Audiio: https://www.asylumlife.com/audiio
Creator Tools: https://www.asylumlife.com/creator-tools/
Maker Tools: https://www.asylumlife.com/maker-tools/
Amazon Storefront: https://www.asylumlife.com/amazon

Youtube | Twitch | Rumble

Dive into the fascinating transformation of a hardcore Twitch gamer known as “Juan Wick” who evolved into the versatile creator behind Juan Makes (aka Nick). This episode uncovers the raw, unfiltered story of how gaming obsession transformed into making mastery.

🔧 Discover Nic’s journey through multiple maker disciplines:

Large-scale 3D printing projects with zero gatekeeping
Professional-grade painting techniques (yes, including that infamous “grown man princing in tights around anatomically correct Batman”)

Controller customizations that pushed boundaries
Automotive mods featuring wide body kits and custom paint jobs
Laser engraving creations that blend precision with creativity

🎮 Trace his gaming evolution from Atari 2600 to competitive Fortnite, and how those skills translate to the maker space.
🛠️ Get an exclusive peek at his shop setup, including the newly built paint booth and upcoming projects you won’t believe are possible from a home creator.
Join a community where mistakes are celebrated as learning opportunities and knowledge is shared freely. Don’t just watch—get your hands dirty and make something extraordinary.
LIVE. GROW. SHOW.

Juan’s Linktree: https://linktr.ee/juanmakes

Join the Asylum Life community:
Website: https://www.asylumlife.com
Asylum Live Podcast: https://www.asylumlife.com/asylum-live/
LinkTree: https://www.asylumlife.com/linktree
Discord: https://www.asylumlife.com/ytdiscord

Music by Audiio: https://www.asylumlife.com/audiio
Creator Tools: https://www.asylumlife.com/creator-tools/
Maker Tools: https://www.asylumlife.com/maker-tools/
Amazon Storefront: https://www.asylumlife.com/amazon

Youtube | Rumbe | Twitch

Join us on Asylum Live as we sit down with Zack Freedman, the witty and talented creator behind VoidStar Lab. In this candid conversation, Zack shares his journey. Zack also discusses his creative process, the challenges of managing Patreon supporter credits, and why he left New York for the mountains of Colorado.

Whether you’re a long-time fan of VoidStar Lab or just discovering Zack’s work, this conversation offers fascinating insights into the mind behind the channel.

Recorded on March 6, 2025

� Cocktail mentioned: “The Gods Must Be Lazy” from Zack’s April Fools video

� Card games discussed: Magic: The Gathering, Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh, and more

� Watch Zack’s videos: https://www.youtube.com/@zackfreedman

  #AsylumLive #ZackFreriedman #VoidStarLabs #CreatorJourney #MakersOnYouTube

Join us on Asylum Live as we sit down with Kirsten, a versatile artist whose journey spans from traditional 2D art to innovative 3D design. In this engaging conversation, Kirsten shares how she transformed her lifelong passion for art into a thriving career, navigating from commission paintings and polymer clay jewelry to sophisticated articulated 3D models.

Discover how Kirsten’s unique background—from homeschooling to marketing studies to professional dog training—shaped her creative perspective. Learn about her inspirations, including X-Men cartoons and Lisa Frank, and how a wrist injury led to an unexpected pivot into the world of 3D modeling.

Kirsten offers valuable insights on managing burnout, setting healthy boundaries, and finding the business model that works for you. Her story is a testament to creative resilience and the power of following your artistic instincts.

Youtube | Twitch | Rumble

KEKreations:
Linktree: https://www.asylumlife.com/kekreations

Join the Asylum Life community:
Website: https://www.asylumlife.com
Asylum Live Podcast: https://www.asylumlife.com/asylum-live/
LinkTree: https://www.asylumlife.com/linktree
Discord: https://www.asylumlife.com/ytdiscord

Music by Audiio: https://www.asylumlife.com/audiio
Creator Tools: https://www.asylumlife.com/creator-tools/
Maker Tools: https://www.asylumlife.com/maker-tools/
Amazon Storefront: https://www.asylumlife.com/amazon

In this Asylum Live interview (recorded February 20th, 2025), we sit down with popular creator Basically Benski to discuss his journey in the 3D printing world and beyond.
Starting with an Ender 3 V1 gifted by his father in July 2023, Benski shares how he built his TikTok following and eventually turned his passion into a business selling 3D prints at vendor markets. As someone with dyslexia, he explains his unique perspective on AI as “augmented intelligence” and how it enhances his creative process.

Benski opens up about his favorite equipment (he’s a Creality K2 Plus enthusiast), recommended filaments (New Makers and Flash Forge), and his approach to avoiding burnout in the creator space. True to his non-gatekeeper philosophy, he offers practical advice for newcomers looking to enter the 3D printing market.

We also explore Benski’s personal interests beyond printing, from his love of motorcycles to his passion for classic films like “Last of the Mohicans” and “Casablanca.” Don’t miss his mention of “Basically Us,” the podcast he co-hosts with Brady where they share their most controversial takes!

Whether you’re a 3D printing enthusiast, aspiring maker entrepreneur, or simply curious about the creative process, this conversation offers valuable insights and inspiration.

Youtube | Rumble | Twitch

Basically Benski:
Linktree: https://www.asylumlife.com/BenskiLinktree
Basically Us Podcast: https://www.asylumlife.com/bubenski
Tiktok: https://www.asylumlife.com/BenskiLinktree

Join the Asylum Life community:
Website: https://www.asylumlife.com
Asylum Live Podcast: https://www.asylumlife.com/asylum-live/
LinkTree: https://www.asylumlife.com/linktree
Discord: https://www.asylumlife.com/ytdiscord

Music by Audiio: https://www.asylumlife.com/audiio
Creator Tools: https://www.asylumlife.com/creator-tools/
Maker Tools: https://www.asylumlife.com/maker-tools/
Amazon Storefront: https://www.asylumlife.com/amazon