The Enthusiasm Project

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 positive, enthusiastic mindset along the way.

The Enthusiasm Project is a arts podcast hosted by Tom Buck, with 197 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Tom Buck hosts The Enthusiasm Project, a arts show with 197 episodes published.

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  Episode #5

  How I Almost Killed My YouTube Channel

  May 28, 202653 minS14

  Send a text message to the show! Last year I made a mistake that almost killed my entire YouTube channel...and it was all because I tried to use a new feature that YouTube rolled out to creators. 🎙This week's mic: Warm Audio Wa-87jr https://geni.us/tN4J (Amazon) ——————————————————————— Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. ——————————— CONNECT ——————————— Electronic Mail: tom@enthusiasmproject.com 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) S15E05 | Series Episode 189 Podcast Artwork by Kevin Ramirez Original theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike Alvarez Support the show

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  Episode #4

  My Battle Against AI Slop

  Mar 30, 20261h 2mS14

  Send a text message to the show! With my previously favorite online royalty free music service becoming an AI slop factory I want to expand on some points and address some counter arguments from a recent video where I explain my disdain for generative AI. 🤖My Video About AI Slop:https://youtu.be/cfhrW7ZKuIU?si=txlBVq8GjIoDC3V3 🎙This week's mic: Shure SM7B https://geni.us/tepsm7b (Amazon) ——————————————————————— Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. ——————————— CONNECT ——————————— Electronic Mail: tom@enthusiasmproject.com 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) S14E04 | Series Episode 188 Podcast Artwork by Kevin Ramirez Original theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike Alvarez Support the show

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  Episode #3

  Music, Cameras, & Pivoting on YouTube w/ Audio Hotline

  Jan 23, 20261h 30mS14

  Send a text message to the show! Let's catch up! Special guest Bronson from the Audio Hotline YouTube channel joins the podcast to talk music, camera gear, and the challenge of pivoting a channel based on evolving interests. 🎙This week's mic: Rode Interview Prohttps://geni.us/WSVCt (Amazon) ——————————————————————— Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. ——————————— CONNECT ——————————— Electronic Mail: tom@enthusiasmproject.com 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) S14E03 | Series Episode 187 Podcast Artwork by Kevin Ramirez Original theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike Alvarez Support the show

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  Episode #2

  A New Way Of Monetizing As A Creator

  Sep 15, 20251h 18mS14

  Send a text message to the show! Over the past year my wife Heather has transformed her gaming YouTube channel into a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. It’s a VERY different way to monetize and build a sustainable career as a creator, so I wanted to explore that journey with her! Learn more at heatherjustplay.org 🎙This week's mic: Hollyland Lark A1 https://geni.us/w02vhCl (Amazon) ——————————————————————— Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. ——————————— CONNECT ——————————— Electronic Mail: tom@enthusiasmproject.com 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) S14E02 | Series Episode 186 Podcast Artwork by Kevin Ramirez Original theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike Alvarez Support the show

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  Episode #1

  A New Era - Season 14 Premiere!

  Sep 9, 20251h 26mS14

  Send a text message to the show! It's a new era not only for the podcast, but for a lot more too... 🎙This week's mic: Warm Audio WA-87jr https://geni.us/ZGaN (Amazon) Chapter Markers: 0:00 - Intro 4:01 - Season 13 Mic Poll Results! 6:44 - Mic of the Week: Warm Audio WA-87jr 13:21 - A New Era 47:13 - Channel Check In 58:18 - Listener Messages ——————————————————————— Affiliate links earn a commission from qualifying purchases which helps support my channel at no additional cost to you. ——————————— CONNECT ——————————— Electronic Mail: tom@enthusiasmproject.com 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) S14E01 | Series Episode 185 Podcast Artwork by Kevin Ramirez Original theme music written by Patrick Boberg and performed by Mike Alvarez Support the show

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