Creatives Prevail

Recorded live at Game On Expo, this panel features Alexis (Crooked Feather), Rebecca, and Becca as we dive into the creative and technical challenges of cosplaying high tech and high fantasy characters. From foam armor to mechanical wings and 3D-printed props, they share practical tips, materials, and hacks for bringing ambitious designs to life whether you're a beginner or a seasoned builder.

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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up

Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda

Host: Mike Zimmerlich

Produced by: Omelette Prevail

Post-Production: EarthtoMoira

Singer-songwriter Miist started her music journey at 34, turning personal healing into songs like Could You Lend Me a Smile, a global project recorded in over 15 languages to fight loneliness through simple connection. We also talk about her podcast Make Me Smile with Miist, Kindness Kubes, and finding your true self.

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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up

Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda

Host: Mike Zimmerlich

Produced by: Omelette Prevail

Post-Production: EarthtoMoira

Tech Specs:

Mic and Headphone Setup:

Limelight Dynamic Mic (512 Audio / Warm Audio)

Vocaster One (Focusrite)

MBS9500 Microphone Boom Arm (On-Stage)

Pro X2 Headphones (Logitech)

Light Setup:

Litra Beam (Logitech)

Glide Lively Wall Lights (Govee)

Squares (Twinkly)

Key Light (Elgato)

Recorded at Pokémon Worlds outside the Anaheim Convention Center, content creator Tyson Blatter shares how he balances a full-time job with 138K+ TikTok followers through consistency and authenticity. We get into trends, going live when a post pops, and why confidence beats clout.

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Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up

Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda

Host: Mike Zimmerlich

Produced by: Omelette Prevail

Post-Production: EarthtoMoira

Tech Specs:

Mic and Headphone Setup:

Limelight Dynamic Mic (512 Audio / Warm Audio)

Vocaster One (Focusrite)

MBS9500 Microphone Boom Arm (On-Stage)

Pro X2 Headphones (Logitech)

Light Setup:

Litra Beam (Logitech)

Glide Lively Wall Lights (Govee)

Squares (Twinkly)

Key Light (Elgato)

This anniversary episode is a celebration of creativity, conversations, and community. We’ve gathered some of our favorite moments over the years to share. Thank you for listening, supporting, and growing with us.

Episodes highlighted:

Herman Li (DragonForce)

From Garage Jams to Scooby Doo (Slade and Danny of Anarbor)

From Tumblr Fan Edits to Record Label Branding (Moira Ashley, ETM BRND)

Poor Life Choices (Chelsey Louise)

Putting in the Work (Farah Camille)

Work on Yourself (Daniel Brindley)

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We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram or TikTok.

Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up

Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda

Host: Mike Zimmerlich

Produced by: Omelette Prevail

Post-Production: EarthtoMoira

Tech Specs:

Mic and Headphone Setup:

Limelight Dynamic Mic (512 Audio / Warm Audio)

Vocaster One (Focusrite)

MBS9500 Microphone Boom Arm (On-Stage)

Pro X2 Headphones (Logitech)

Light Setup:

Litra Beam (Logitech)

Glide Lively Wall Lights (Govee)

Squares (Twinkly)

Key Light (Elgato)

Interior Designer and Creative Director Tristam Steinberg shares how his background in psychology and advertising influences iconic venues like Brooklyn Bowl, The Capitol Theatre, and Garcia’s Chicago. We explore the art of discovery, sustainability in design, and creating spaces that transport people.

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Capitol Theatre (Instagram)

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We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram or TikTok.

Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up

Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda

Host: Mike Zimmerlich

Produced by: Omelette Prevail

Post-Production: EarthtoMoira

Tech Specs:

Mic and Headphone Setup:

Limelight Dynamic Mic (512 Audio / Warm Audio)

Vocaster One (Focusrite)

MBS9500 Microphone Boom Arm (On-Stage)

Pro X2 Headphones (Logitech)

Light Setup:

Litra Beam (Logitech)

Glide Lively Wall Lights (Govee)

Squares (Twinkly)

Key Light (Elgato)

Unica Buitizon, founder of Seize the Day, shares how dropping out of college, failing 12 businesses, and even going viral for the wrong reasons shaped her approach to entrepreneurship, lifestyle design, and lasting success.

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We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram or TikTok.

Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up

Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda

Host: Mike Zimmerlich

Produced by: Omelette Prevail

Post-Production: EarthtoMoira

Tech Specs:

Mic and Headphone Setup:

Limelight Dynamic Mic (512 Audio / Warm Audio)

Vocaster One (Focusrite)

MBS9500 Microphone Boom Arm (On-Stage)

Pro X2 Headphones (Logitech)

Light Setup:

Litra Beam (Logitech)

Glide Lively Wall Lights (Govee)

Squares (Twinkly)

Key Light (Elgato)

Aaron Mitchell of An Awful Mess shares the journey from his first band to building a new project, surviving lineup changes, creating Desert Grey Music Festival, and releasing their upcoming album Better Off Without You.

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Check out new single Fake

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We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram or TikTok.

Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up

Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda

Host: Mike Zimmerlich

Produced by: Omelette Prevail

Post-Production: EarthtoMoira

Tech Specs:

Mic and Headphone Setup:

Limelight Dynamic Mic (512 Audio / Warm Audio)

Vocaster One (Focusrite)

MBS9500 Microphone Boom Arm (On-Stage)

Pro X2 Headphones (Logitech)

Light Setup:

Litra Beam (Logitech)

Glide Lively Wall Lights (Govee)

Squares (Twinkly)

Key Light (Elgato

Kelly Fox shares how she turned her love of concert photography into a touring career and how losing too many earplugs led to founding her own jewelry company.

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We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram or TikTok.

Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up

Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda

Host: Mike Zimmerlich

Produced by: Omelette Prevail

Post-Production: EarthtoMoira

Tech Specs:

Mic and Headphone Setup:

Limelight Dynamic Mic (512 Audio / Warm Audio)

Vocaster One (Focusrite)

MBS9500 Microphone Boom Arm (On-Stage)

Pro X2 Headphones (Logitech)

Light Setup:

Litra Beam (Logitech)

Glide Lively Wall Lights (Govee)

Squares (Twinkly)

Key Light (Elgato)

Justin Bolognino of META shares how he built immersive experiences for Goose, Luna Luna, and Spirit Lake at Suwannee Hulaween, while also launching his new platform Unreality. From branding Brooklyn Bowl and selling his prior agency to SFX, we cover how storytelling, synchronicity, and feel always come first.

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We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram or TikTok.

Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up

Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda

Host: Mike Zimmerlich

Produced by: Omelette Prevail

Post-Production: EarthtoMoira

Hannah from Truss shares how their DIY ethos, live show energy, and supportive Cleveland scene helped the band go from college gigs to opening for Everclear and Anberlin. We also dive into their new album Fluorescence and building safe spaces in rock.

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We would love to hear from you! Please give us a review, this really helps get others to listen in. Any suggestions on how we can improve? DM us on Instagram or TikTok.

Intro music: ‘Somebody’ (Instrumental) by The Runner Up

Outro music: ‘Let’s Ride’ (Instrumental) by Gabe Kubanda

Host: Mike Zimmerlich

Produced by: Omelette Prevail

Post-Production: EarthtoMoira

Tech Specs:

Mic and Headphone Setup:

Limelight Dynamic Mic (512 Audio / Warm Audio)

Vocaster One (Focusrite)

MBS9500 Microphone Boom Arm (On-Stage)

Pro X2 Headphones (Logitech)

Light Setup:

Litra Beam (Logitech)

Glide Lively Wall Lights (Govee)

Squares (Twinkly)

Key Light (Elgato)

Computer Specs:
Macbook Pro 14-inch Apple M4 Chip 32GB RAM 1 TB Hard Drive