#5 - Creator Tech We're Using Right Now Pt.1

In this episode, Midgeman and Lionheart discuss the issue of demonetization on YouTube and the AdSense mistakes that content creators can make. They share their own experiences and frustrations with the process, highlighting the need for clearer communication and better safeguards. They then transition to a lighter topic and talk about their favorite gadgets and tech tools for content creation. Midgeman introduces a link aggregation application called Dyrus, while Lionheart recommends using ground loop isolators to reduce static and coil whine. They also discuss the safety features of UK plugs and share their experiences with building review TikTok. The conversation covers various topics related to tech gadgets and setups. The hosts discuss their experiences with new builds, the importance of surveys when buying properties, the use of isolators for reducing static, cable management solutions, the benefits of standing desks and walking pads, and the use of software like Polypop for streaming. They also touch on the challenges of dual PC setups, the importance of matching monitors, and the issues with non-matching refresh rates and resolutions. In this part of the conversation, Midgeman and Lionheart discuss their monitor configurations and camera placements. They share their preferences for multiple monitors, including portrait monitors, and the importance of eyeline and camera angles. They also talk about the use of UI elements and custom setups to enhance the viewer experience. The conversation then shifts to software tools like Atom and StreamElements, which automate various aspects of content creation. They also mention the benefits of using Cross Clip to repurpose existing content into shorts. The episode concludes with a discussion about the dream of having a dedicated creative space and the potential for viewer-submitted setup pictures in future episodes.