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🔴 Looking Back at Alternative Platforms of 2023
🟩 Sometimes change is a quiet revolution, humming along in the world of technology while we carry on with our daily tweets and scrolls. But have you stopped to consider the digital exodus from mainstream social media to pioneering platforms? Our year-end retrospective takes you through the leaps in alternative platform technology made in 2023, with a special focus on the rise of federated networks like Mastodon and the innovative strides of platforms like Blue Sky and OwnCast. We marvel at OwnCast's evolution, from 1.0's transformative features to the nifty 0.1.2 updates, all aiming to craft a more personal and engaging online haven.
Do mainstream platforms leave you longing for more control over your content and how you connect with your audience? Our latest chat delves into the game-changing PeerTube 6.0 release, which brings a suite of features set to empower creators like never before, including password-protected videos and video file replacement sans the re-upload hassle. We unpack the intricacies of setting up a PeerTube instance and discuss how this and other platforms are reimagining monetization, breaking away from traditional ads and towards direct fan support and diverse payment models. And amidst our exploration, we offer tips for creators and viewers navigating these new waters, with an emphasis on community building and the richness of an ad-free experience.
As we peer into the crystal ball towards 2024 and beyond, we find ourselves at the precipice of a new era for independent content creation. We share our experiences with platforms that prioritize creator autonomy and discuss the importance of diversifying content to attract and sustain a wider audience. The conversation turns to the promising future of federated services and our role in nurturing a varied and dynamic content landscape. All this while pondering the evolving ethos of platforms like Live Space and SharePlay, and approaching new contenders with a mindful balance of curiosity and caution. Join us as we map out a path through the evolving ecosystem of digital connection and creation.
🗓️⏰ **BE SURE TO CLICK "REMIND ME" TO GET NOTIFIED WHEN WE'RE LIVE **
Join us every Tuesday at 9:30 pm Eastern on our Owncast server https://indiebasement.live. Don't forget to subscribe and tune in on your preferred podcast platform. Note that audio-only podcast episodes are released the day after (Wednesday)
Find all episodes & show notes: https://podcast.indiecreatorhub.com
⏱ Timestamps:
(00:00) Reflection on Alternative Platform Updates
(12:50) PeerTube 6.0 Update and Benefits
(20:31) Monetization and Alternative Social Media Platforms
(27:45) Navigating Alternative Social Media Platforms
(38:23) Future of Independent Content Creation
——————————— 👋 CONNECT👋 ———————————
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—————————— 🤝 SUPPORT THE CHANNEL 🤝 ——————————
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Join the This Indie Creator Community: https://thisindiecreator.com/
Get a 10% discount when you sign up for Beepbot Pro with the code “2TonWaffle”
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——————————— 🎧 MUSIC AND SOFTWARE 🎧 ———————————
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•Ecamm Live for Streaming: https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive/?fp_ref=indiecreator
•Streambeats by Harris Heller - https://www.senpai.tv/
•Streamsight - https://streamsight.net/
•Backing Track - https://backingtrack.gg/
——————————— 🎬 VIDEO GEAR 🎬 ———————————
•Elgato FaceCam (Main Cam)
•Elgato Streamdeck+
•Elgato Streamdeck
——————————— 🎙️ AUDIO GEAR 🎙️ ———————————
•Beacn Mic (White)
•Elgato Low Profile Mic Arm
•Elgato Wave XLR
•Beacn Mix Create (White)
———————————————————————
📚 Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. Some links go to my website or are affiliate links where I'll earn free stuff, a small commission, or good mojo if you make a purchase. There is no additional cost to you for using these links, but it does help support me, and this content...and (sometimes) gives you discounts, too!
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🔴 Looking Back at Alternative Platforms of 2023
🟩 Sometimes change is a quiet revolution, humming along in the world of technology while we carry on with our daily tweets and scrolls. But have you stopped to consider the digital exodus from mainstream social media to pioneering platforms? Our year-end retrospective takes you through the leaps in alternative platform technology made in 2023, with a special focus on the rise of federated networks like Mastodon and the innovative strides of platforms like Blue Sky and OwnCast. We marvel at OwnCast's evolution, from 1.0's transformative features to the nifty 0.1.2 updates, all aiming to craft a more personal and engaging online haven.
Do mainstream platforms leave you longing for more control over your content and how you connect with your audience? Our latest chat delves into the game-changing PeerTube 6.0 release, which brings a suite of features set to empower creators like never before, including password-protected videos and video file replacement sans the re-upload hassle. We unpack the intricacies of setting up a PeerTube instance and discuss how this and other platforms are reimagining monetization, breaking away from traditional ads and towards direct fan support and diverse payment models. And amidst our exploration, we offer tips for creators and viewers navigating these new waters, with an emphasis on community building and the richness of an ad-free experience.
As we peer into the crystal ball towards 2024 and beyond, we find ourselves at the precipice of a new era for independent content creation. We share our experiences with platforms that prioritize creator autonomy and discuss the importance of diversifying content to attract and sustain a wider audience. The conversation turns to the promising future of federated services and our role in nurturing a varied and dynamic content landscape. All this while pondering the evolving ethos of platforms like Live Space and SharePlay, and approaching new contenders with a mindful balance of curiosity and caution. Join us as we map out a path through the evolving ecosystem of digital connection and creation.
🗓️⏰ **BE SURE TO CLICK "REMIND ME" TO GET NOTIFIED WHEN WE'RE LIVE **
Join us every Tuesday at 9:30 pm Eastern on our Owncast server https://indiebasement.live. Don't forget to subscribe and tune in on your preferred podcast platform. Note that audio-only podcast episodes are released the day after (Wednesday)
Find all episodes & show notes: https://podcast.indiecreatorhub.com
⏱ Timestamps:
(00:00) Reflection on Alternative Platform Updates
(12:50) PeerTube 6.0 Update and Benefits
(20:31) Monetization and Alternative Social Media Platforms
(27:45) Navigating Alternative Social Media Platforms
(38:23) Future of Independent Content Creation
——————————— 👋 CONNECT👋 ———————————
🎯 Subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ8eUT8gVfjCTorVoYrJlBg?sub_confirmation=1
Main Site: https://thisindiecreator.com
Threads: https://www.threads.net/@joshbaileyindie
Mastodon: https://twit.social/@joshb
My Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-independent-creator/id1702347999?itsct=podcast_box&itscg=30200&ls=1
—————————— 🤝 SUPPORT THE CHANNEL 🤝 ——————————
☕️ Support The Channel: https://shop.indiecreatorhub.com
Nerd or Die: https://nerdordie.com/shop/ref/indiecreator/
Ecamm Live: https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive/?fp_ref=indiecreator
Join the This Indie Creator Community: https://thisindiecreator.com/
Get a 10% discount when you sign up for Beepbot Pro with the code “2TonWaffle”
https://beepbot.app/
——————————— 🎧 MUSIC AND SOFTWARE 🎧 ———————————
•Epidemic Sound (30 Day Free Trial): https://share.epidemicsound.com/q1miqk
•Ecamm Live for Streaming: https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive/?fp_ref=indiecreator
•Streambeats by Harris Heller - https://www.senpai.tv/
•Streamsight - https://streamsight.net/
•Backing Track - https://backingtrack.gg/
——————————— 🎬 VIDEO GEAR 🎬 ———————————
•Elgato FaceCam (Main Cam)
•Elgato Streamdeck+
•Elgato Streamdeck
——————————— 🎙️ AUDIO GEAR 🎙️ ———————————
•Beacn Mic (White)
•Elgato Low Profile Mic Arm
•Elgato Wave XLR
•Beacn Mix Create (White)
———————————————————————
📚 Disclaimer: This video and description contain affiliate links. Some links go to my website or are affiliate links where I'll earn free stuff, a small commission, or good mojo if you make a purchase. There is no additional cost to you for using these links, but it does help support me, and this content...and (sometimes) gives you discounts, too!