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• Valentin on Why Community Matters More Than Algorithms

  Jason Howell chats with Valentin, the European creator guy, about his path from growing up around cameras in Vienna to eight years in New York’s indie film scene, and ultimately to YouTube and community leadership. They discuss the realities of working solo versus in a team, and Valentin opens up about his motivation for Orbit for Creators, lessons learned from fostering a creator community, and the enduring appeal of classic gear. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. CHAPTERS: 0:00:00 - Podcast episode kicks off 0:01:34 - Tips for managing multiple YouTube accounts for different interests 0:04:00 - Introducing Valentin and the Orbit for Creators community; motivation behind starting it 0:06:21 - The importance of social support and celebrating small victories as a solo creator 0:09:25 - Valentin’s background in television production and transition to YouTube 0:11:15 - Early influence of music videos and MTV on creative ambitions 0:12:28 - First job in live TV production and challenges of studio camera operation 0:14:25 - Moving to New York for film school and working in the indie film scene 0:17:17 - Returning to Vienna: reasons, quality of life, and career changes 0:19:35 - Working at a marketing agency for Canon and nostalgia for the DSLR revolution 0:20:25 - How the pandemic led to experimenting with YouTube and creative independence 0:21:25 - The natural progression from YouTube channel to building an online creator community 0:23:46 - The role of community in supporting creators, sharing real experiences, and overcoming failure 0:26:34 - Realities of freelance life vs. traditional employment and their trade-offs 0:29:40 - Lessons learned and surprises from running an online creator community 0:30:38 - Evolving role as a community leader and experimenting with new engagement formats 0:33:19 - Balancing priorities as a creator and making time for learning and community 0:34:54 - Valentin’s passion for camera gear, favorite equipment, and nostalgia for old devices 0:39:11 - The evolution of camera technology and the diminishing importance of specs in 2025 0:43:20 - Jason's unique teleprompter solution for his Osmo Pocket 3 0:45:25 - Managing gear acquisition syndrome, renting vs. buying, and selling unused equipment 0:49:43 - Valentin’s alternate universe interest in physics and research 0:52:19 - Be sure to check out Orbit for Creators! 0:53:03 - Thank you Valentin! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Lexy Savvides on Leaving CNET & Building Her Own Tech Empire

  Jason Howell sits down with tech creator Lexy Savvides to discuss her journey from CNET to creative independence, her passion for music tech, and the evolving landscape of media and community. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Podcast episode kicks off 01:47 - Guest Lexy Savvides joins the conversation 02:51 - Lexy shares her passion for headphones and reviewing them 07:47 - Lexy’s early days hosting music radio at FBI in Sydney 12:16 - What first inspired Lexy to pursue radio broadcasting 15:53 - Lexy reflects on listening back to her old broadcasts 18:40 - Looking back on the memorable “glory days” at CNET 19:42 - Lexy describes her move from CNET to independent creator 25:33 - Unexpected joys Lexy discovered in independent work 28:41 - How a supportive community shapes Lexy’s creative journey 32:21 - Two pivotal tech experiences from Lexy’s childhood 35:20 - Lexy’s first encounter with the Super Nintendo console 38:06 - How technology’s magic can fade as we grow older 40:06 - Lexy’s fascination with MiniDisc and music tech nostalgia 41:44 - Lexy reminisces about her beloved DiscMan 45:50 - Imagining Lexy’s life and career without technology 50:20 - Wrapping up the episode and final thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Mikah Sargent

  Mikah Sargent joins Jason Howell to explore the nostalgic world of early 2000s tech, from the Kindle Keyboard to the Juice Box multimedia player, while also discussing Mikah's current tech interests and tech podcast career. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Show begins 01:51 - Catching up with Mikah Sargent 10:42 - Mikah's move to Portland and comparison to the Bay Area 15:49 - Mikah's early tech memories and influences 20:50 - The Kindle Keyboard as Mikah's tech awakening 28:39 - Mikah's journey from graphic design to tech journalism 30:25 - Mikah's history with smartphones and Apple devices 35:33 - Mikah recalls the Sanyo SCP2700 BlackBerry knockoff 38:22 - Discussion of the Ubiquiti Wi-Fi spectrum analyzer 45:47 - Tech Mikah wishes he still had: The Juice Box multimedia player 50:27 - Alternative universe career path: General contractor Catch Mikah on TWiT, Relay, and more: http://chihuahua.coffee/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• David Pierce

  From the gold iPod Mini to the Rabbit R1, David Pierce and Jason Howell explore the tactile qualities of tech, the resurgence of physical media, and the challenges of staying organized in a digital world. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Podcast begins 1:36 - Introducing David Pierce! 2:20 - The Evolution of Computers from destinations to being ubiquitous 7:00 - David's early interest in technology 8:53 - The gold iPod mini experience 15:22 - The Resurgence of Tactile Technology 18:21 - Tangible vs. Digital Music 26:16 - Technology and Organization 35:51 - AI Impact on Education 39:48 - Current Tech in Reach (Rabbit R1, Humane AI Pin) Catch David on The Vergecast Podcast: https://www.theverge.com/the-vergecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Becca Farsace

  Jason Howell sits down with Becca Farsace to explore her transition from The Verge to independent content creation, managing ADD as a creator, her nostalgic attachment to the iPod Touch, and her goals for 2025. Becca also shares her number one piece of advice for people looking to start a YouTube channel in 2025. 🔔 Please support our work on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/jasonhowell Note: Time codes subject to change depending on dynamic ad insertion by the distributor. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Podcast begins 02:05 - Introducing Becca Farsace! 03:28 - Authenticity in content creation and connecting with the audience 07:11 - Allowing children access to social media and technology 08:51 - Becca's first cell phone and early mobile devices 13:59 - The iPad Touch and its impact on Becca's interest in technology 17:40 - Raving about the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 21:18 - Becca's experience creating the iJustine video as her last project at The Verge 26:39 - Transitioning from working at The Verge to becoming an independent creator 28:21 - Octopus Arms analogy and goals for 2025 33:07 - Becca's approach to creativity and breaking the rules in video production 34:11 - Challenges of being an independent creator, including thumbnails and titles 35:40 - Becca's experience with ADD and how she manages her work 39:55 - How Becca moved from behind the camera to in front of it 42:39 - Becca's big tip on how to start a YouTube channel in 2025 43:57 - The Apple QuickTake 200 camera and nostalgic tech 49:51 - Discussion about Google Glass and the future of smart glasses 53:32 - The Unihertz Jelly smartphone and minimalist phone designs 55:14 - THANK YOU to Becca! 57:39 - Everything else you need to know about Techsploder Podcast Catch Becca on her awesome YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/BeccaFarsace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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