The Enthusiasm Project

By Tom Buck

My name is Tom and this is The Enthusiasm Project! Join me each week for deep dives exploring the world of what it means to be an independent creator on YouTube, audio/video production, and keeping a ... more

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April 14, 2025 Help Me Find The BEST Mic! Season 13 Finale
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It's the Season 13 Finale! Let's recap what it's been like to produce a video podcast, see which mic sounded the best from all the episodes, and talk about what's next for The Enthusiasm Project!

VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE MIC!
https://geni.us/favoritemic

🎙This week's mic:
Blue Sona / Yeti Studio
https://geni.us/sonamic (Amazon)

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——————————— CONNECT ———————————
Electronic Mail: [email protected]
Main Site: https://himynameistom.com
Social Medias: @sodarntom

——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————
•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)
•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)
•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)
•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)
•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)
•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)
•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)

S13E010 | Series Episode 184

Podcast Artwork by Kevin Ramirez
Original theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike Alvarez
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1h 6min
April 07, 2025 No Fun Anymore
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Finding cynicism and jaded outlooks online is nothing new, but as our real and virtual lives mesh more and more, the "too cool for school" attitude can have more of a damaging impact than ever. So let's explore what that means and how to harness and protect fun at any age.

🎙This week's mic:
Shure SM58
https://geni.us/fNPEFQG (Amazon)

⚙️ Gear of the Week:
Saramonic K9
https://store.saramonic.com/products/k9

Mic Mount Video: https://youtu.be/hycjQY3fLwU?si=q5b_SrFCs7LFe2Ua
Mic Mounts: https://geni.us/shortmount (Amazon)

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——————————— CONNECT ———————————
Electronic Mail: [email protected]
Main Site: https://himynameistom.com
Social Medias: @sodarntom

——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————
•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)
•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)
•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)
•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)
•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)
•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)
•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)

S13E09 | Series Episode 183

Podcast Artwork by Kevin Ramirez
Original theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike Alvarez
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1h 25min
March 17, 2025 What Should You Name Your YouTube Channel?
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So you want to make a YouTube channel but you don't know if you should use your real name or a "brand" name. Let's go through the pros and cons of each and I'll also share why I'm so glad I changed my channel name after 3 years and 24K subscribers.
Register for NAB for free!
https://geni.us/NAB2025

🎙This week's mic:
sE Dynacaster
https://geni.us/IL9rw (Amazon)

⚙️ Gear of the Week:
Lilliput 4K Monitor:
https://bhpho.to/49v2Cwr (B&H)

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Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you.

——————————— CONNECT ———————————
Electronic Mail: [email protected]
Main Site: https://himynameistom.com
Social Medias: @sodarntom

——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————
•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)
•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)
•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)
•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)
•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)
•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)
•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)

S13E08 | Series Episode 182

Podcast Artwork by Kevin Ramirez
Original theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike Alvarez
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1h 1min
March 10, 2025 Is Camera YouTube Dead?
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From the Canon 5D Mark II in 2008 to the insanely awesome mirrorless cameras of today, YouTube has always been THE place to go to nerd out about camera gear. But as tech matures, creators evolve, and audience tastes change, something feels...different now. What does that mean for "Camera YouTube"?

🎙This week's mic:
Shure Super 55
https://geni.us/ulcA (Amazon)

⚙️ Gear of the Week:
Rode XLR Cables:
https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)

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Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you.

——————————— CONNECT ———————————
Electronic Mail: [email protected]
Main Site: https://himynameistom.com
Social Medias: @sodarntom

——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————
•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)
•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)
•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)
•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)
•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)
•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)
•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)

S13E07 | Series Episode 181

Podcast Artwork by Kevin Ramirez
Original theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike Alvarez
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1h 19min
March 03, 2025 Pobody’s Nerfect: Being Human in the age of AI
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Many content creators work tirelessly to level up the quality of their work, but at what point does perfection go too far?

🎙This week's mic:
•Lewitt LCT440 Pure
https://geni.us/ygRb95l (Amazon)

⚙️ Gear of the Week:
Hollyland Lark M2:
https://geni.us/wxwfX (Amazon)
Rode's MIDI Control Guide

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Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you.

——————————— CONNECT ———————————
Electronic Mail: [email protected]
Main Site: https://himynameistom.com
Social Medias: @sodarntom

——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————
•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)
•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)
•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)
•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)
•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)
•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)
•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)

S13E06 | Series Episode 180

Podcast Artwork by Kevin Ramirez
Original theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike Alvarez
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1h 9min
February 10, 2025 Let's A Some Q's!
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It's time for the Season 13 Q&A Episode! This covers everything from tech and career advice to whether or not podcasting is too saturated and my biggest gear regret.

🎙This week's mic:
•Rode NT1 Signature Series
https://geni.us/rgjRyH (Amazon)

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Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you.

——————————— CONNECT ———————————
Electronic Mail: [email protected]
Main Site: https://himynameistom.com
Social Medias: @sodarntom

——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————
•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)
•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)
•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)
•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)
•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)
•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)
•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)

S13E05 | Series Episode 179

Podcast Artwork by Kevin Ramirez
Original theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike Alvarez
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1h 11min
February 03, 2025 Bye Bye Bias
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What does it mean to be biased as a content creator? Should objectivity be the ultimate goal or is it ok to have personal preferences and biases?

🎙This week's mic:
•Earthworks ETHOS
https://geni.us/qBxUJ (Amazon)

⚙️ Gear of the Week:
•Mackie CR3.5 Monitors
https://geni.us/flCI1 (Amazon)
*White version is a Guitar Center exclusive

⏱️ Chapter Markers
0:00 - Intro
4:535 - Mic of the Week
9:00 - Updates on Last Episode
23:19 - Bye Bye Bias
46:46 - Channel Check In
1:08:58 - Gear of the Week: Mackie CR3.5 Monitors
1:13:17 - Listener Messages

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Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you.

——————————— CONNECT ———————————
Electronic Mail: [email protected]
Main Site: https://himynameistom.com
Social Medias: @sodarntom

——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————
•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)
•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)
•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)
•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)
•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)
•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)
•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)

S13E04 | Series Episode 178

Podcast Artwork by Kevin Ramirez
Original theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike Alvarez
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1h 35min
January 20, 2025 The Cons of Being a Pro
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What does it mean to be a professional in the world of audio and video, and if you are a pro, how can you share what you know in a way that bridges the "knowledge gap" of your audience?

🎙This week's mic:
•Rode Broadcaster
https://geni.us/raVo7Y (Amazon)

⚙️ Gear of the Week:
•Apple Keynote!

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Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you.

——————————— CONNECT ———————————
Electronic Mail: [email protected]
Main Site: https://himynameistom.com
Social Medias: @sodarntom

——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————
•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)
•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)
•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)
•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)
•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)
•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)
•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)

S13E03 | Series Episode 177

Podcast Artwork by Kevin Ramirez
Original theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike Alvarez
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1h 8min
January 13, 2025 The Only Good Review is a Bad Review
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What makes a good YouTube review? More and more it seems like negative and critical reviews are thought of as being the most "honest," but is that really true?

🎙This week's mic:
•Shure SM4
https://geni.us/shuresm4 (Amazon)
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Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you.
——————————— CONNECT ———————————
Electronic Mail: [email protected]
Main Site: https://himynameistom.com
Social Medias: @sodarntom
——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————
•Ecamm Live: https://geni.us/ecammtom
•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)
•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)
•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)
•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)
•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)
•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)
•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)
S13E02 | Series Episode 176

Podcast Artwork by Kevin Ramirez
Original theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike Alvarez
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1h 17min
January 06, 2025 Video Thrilled the Podcast Host | Season 13 Premiere
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The Enthusiasm Project returns for a new season! In color!
If you’re listening to the audio version, that’s awesome! I’m working to make sure that pretty much everything still translates and makes sense, so video enhances the show but doesn’t make the show.

🎙This week's mic:
•Shure SM7B
https://geni.us/tepsm7b (Amazon)
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Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you.
——————————— CONNECT ———————————
Electronic Mail: [email protected]
Main Site: https://himynameistom.com
Social Medias: @sodarntom
——————————— PODCAST GEAR ———————————
•Ecamm Live: https://geni.us/ecammtom
•Rodecaster Video: https://bhpho.to/3Ub88j2 (B&H)
•Rodecaster Duo: https://geni.us/ULKDFkp (Amazon)
•Elgato Prompter: https://geni.us/elgatoprompter (Amazon)
•Mic Arm: https://geni.us/zc7hAbW (Amazon)
•Elgato Stream Deck Plus: https://geni.us/EzyY6o5 (Amazon)
•Headphones: https://bhpho.to/3JNacqg (B&H)
•XLR Cables: https://geni.us/bluexlr (Amazon)
S13E01 | Series Episode 175

Podcast Artwork by Kevin Ramirez
Original theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike Alvarez
Support the show
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1h 20min

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