Hardware Podcasts

385: How Do You “YouTube-ify” it?

Making It · 27 Jan 2023 · 1h 14m

What this episode covers

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss their current projects, including Diresta’s restoration of a Blue Point Brewery roving bar boat and a 1976 El Dorado, Clagett’s wooden lava lamp and Rebound game remake, and Picciuto’s work on a video game physical prop. The hosts analyze their YouTube strategies, focusing on the importance of thumbnails, click-through rates, and the concept of 'YouTubifying' content to prioritize storytelling over linear tutorials. They also share insights on project management, using digital tools like Airtable and physical cards to organize ideas, and reflect on the creative process and overcoming the fear of starting new builds.

Most relevant to

early-stage companies

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Blue Point Brewery
Tools
Andrew Klein Twin Turbo bench vice, Airtable, Fusion, Trello
Also
Working Hands Podcast, 4000 Hours To Build My Dream Car

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