Topic: Podcasting, Streaming, and Being Authentically You
This special episode of Be Awesome Together was recorded live at Stellar Fest, and it's all about creative energy, storytelling, streaming, and starting your podcasting journey—with a whole lot of laughs and shelf-watch updates thrown in!
✨ Co-hosts Charles McFall and Tyra Burton dive into:
The behind-the-scenes of teaching a live-streaming class to honors college students
What makes a great podcast background (staged, geeky, or gloriously messy?)
Why audio quality matters more than video—but both are important
The truth about perfectionism and imposter syndrome when starting your own show
Tools, tips, and mindset shifts for anyone looking to launch a podcast or stream
A heartfelt convo with future podcaster Ella about bringing passion to nonprofit media
And of course… the ongoing saga of Shelf Watch 👀
🧠 Whether you're just thinking about launching a podcast or you're a veteran looking for community and laughs, this episode is packed with insight, inspiration, and hilarious real talk from fellow creators.
🎙️ Special guests from the audience include creators from the Fandom Hybrid Podcast, nonprofit founders, and passionate panelists discussing everything from fan culture to storytelling strategies.
🔧 Tools mentioned: Zoom, OBS, Audacity, Shure mics, B-Caster, Mac Minis, iPhones, and the power of a good pair of headphones 🎧
🛠️ Takeaway: Done is better than perfect. Your voice matters. Your passion is your brand.
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🌐 Find Tyra at TyraBurton.com
🎤 Charles: Linktree.com/RGOP42
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