# Episode 273: An Incredible Island of Goodness

- Show: [Making It](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it)
- Published: 2020-08-21
- Length: 1h 00m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2020-08-21-episode-273-an-incredible-island-of-goodness
- Listen: https://making-it-with-jimmy-diresta-bob-clagett-and-david-picciuto.castos.com/episodes/episode-273-an-incredible-island-of-goodness

## Summary

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss the art of storytelling in maker videos, emphasizing the need to define a clear point before shooting and using 'connective tissue' to maintain viewer engagement. They share technical advice on camera work, such as avoiding the '180-degree rule' violations and using close-ups effectively, while also touching on personal projects like laser cutting signs and building bed storage. The hosts conclude by recommending history-focused YouTube channels and discussing the legacy of musicians like Stevie Ray Vaughan and Jeff Healey.

## Chapters

- [0:01](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2020-08-21-episode-273-an-incredible-island-of-goodness#t=1) Introduction: Laser Safety and Shop Mishaps
- [3:33](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2020-08-21-episode-273-an-incredible-island-of-goodness#t=213) Project Updates: Bed Storage and Bluetooth Speakers
- [15:33](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2020-08-21-episode-273-an-incredible-island-of-goodness#t=933) Defining the Point and Storytelling Strategy
- [21:54](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2020-08-21-episode-273-an-incredible-island-of-goodness#t=1314) Pacing, Editing, and Connective Tissue
- [37:31](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2020-08-21-episode-273-an-incredible-island-of-goodness#t=2251) Camera Work, The 180-Degree Rule, and Visuals
- [53:51](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2020-08-21-episode-273-an-incredible-island-of-goodness#t=3231) Recommendations: History Channels and Music

## Topics

- [Creator business](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/creator-business)
- [Marketing & brand](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/marketing-and-brand)

## Most relevant to

companies scaling up

## Mentioned

- Starrett (company)
- Full Spectrum (company)
- Bullet Bourbon (company)
- Weaver Leather (company)
- JCPenney (company)
- Amazon (company)
- Weird History (product)
- History Guy (product)
- Normal History (product)
- Charlie Barons (other)

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