BSP-117: Gibson Declares Bankruptcy, Twitter Passwords in Plain Text, Facebook Dating, & More

On episode 117 of the BSP, I talk about Gibson declaring bankruptcy, YouTube ad targeting based on playback device, YouTube pulling 1,400 videos due to ad reads, YouTube having 1.8 Billion active members per month, Viacom launching a digital studio, Twitter announcing 30 new video content deals, Twitter storing your passwords in plain text, Facebook launching a dating service, and a more sustainable MoviePass competitor.

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00:00 - Intro
00:46 - Gibson Declares Bankruptcy
02:28 - YouTube Targets You Based on Playback Device
05:25 - YouTube Pulls 1400 Videos that Advertise Website that Advocates Cheating
08:36 - YouTube Has 1.8 Billion Logged in Users per Month
10:21 - Viacom Launches Digital Studio
13:15 - Twitter Announces 30 New Content Deals
* (https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/twitter-announces-over-30-premium-video-content-deals-at-digital-content-newfronts-expands-depth-and-breadth-of-programming-slate-300639486.html)
15:30 - Twitter Stored Passwords in Plain Text
21:00 - Facebook Launches a Dating Service
22:62 - MoviePass Competitor Appears
27:01 - Corsair K63 Wireless Mechanical Keyboard
28:51 - What you had to say
33:20 - Ask Bandrew
33:35 - Email 1
34:21 - Can you use this mic?
34:37 - Why’d you use the RE20?
34:48 - What’s your favorite things to do?
35:21 - What’s your favorite food?
35:30 - Why is your main channel Podcastage?
35:58 - Do you think there will be peace between North Korea & America
36:39 - Email 2
37:07 - What’s a song that reminds you of summer?
37:50 - What song makes you want to dance?
38:26 - What’s a song that reminds you of you?
39:15 - Outro

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BSP-116: Video Streaming Growth, YouTube's Copyright System, Amazon Accessing Your Car, & More

On episode 116 of the BSP, we cover Video streaming growth and what it means for creators, Discord coming to Xbox, Human curated YouTube kids app, Youtube’s new copyright system, Amazon prime price increase, Amazon accessing your vehicle trunk, and Amazon launching a Kid focussed echo. In listener feedback we hear a parents view on YouTube kids, a correction on Facebook paid accounts, Youtube forcing diversification of revenue streams, and a couple’s opinion on Netflix movie theaters.

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00:00 - Intro
00:40 - What You Had to Say
00:48 - A parents view on YouTube Kids
02:19 - The truth about paid facebook accounts
02:48 - Youtube forcing diversification of revenue streams
06:22 - A couple’s thoughts on Netflix Theaters
06:54 - Video Streaming Growth
09:16 - Discord Coming to Xbox
10:25 - Human curated YT Kids App going live
12:12 - YouTube’s New Copyright System
* (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ovs06SJ5jmQ)
15:04 - Amazon Prime price increase to $120/year
16:45 - Amazon wants access to your trunk
20:01 - Amazon launches a Kid Friendly Echo Dot
21:38 - What I’ve been Testing
22:51 - Ask Bandrew
23:18 - Email 1
* (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IToG4CxawLg&list=PL0liJGrq7wsxc_FeJhAKzcgPJNT3r8ZEy&index=11)
24:17 - Favorite Youtube video this week?
* (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrcJz63En94&list=PLANorT3Y7McMKzxqTw8u8ykq3pe_6A0Tn)
23:45 - PSA of the week? 
27:32 - Email 2
28:05 - What content creator would you like to meet or spend a day with?
30:45 - Email 3 / My Nightmare
32:29 - Outro 

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Neewer NW-8 XLR Condenser Mic Review

Today I review another super cheap OEM microphone from China from Neewer, the Neewer NW-8.

For this review, I have the mic connected directly to the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 2nd gen, with the gain set at 10:00. I have done no post processing on the audio, it is all raw, but the audio was slightly boosted in final cut pro X to simply make the audio easier to listen to.

If you are interested in this microphone, it will set you back $30.00 on Amazon

What's In the Box

  1. Microphone

  2. Windscreen

  3. Shockmount

  4. 5/8" to 3/8" Adapter

  5. XLR to 3.5mm Cable

  6. 3.5mm TRRS Splitter

  7. Documentation

Specifications

  1. Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz

  2. Polar Pattern: Cardioid

  3. Sensitivity: ~-37dB

  4. Impedance: 150-ohms

Performance / Features

The build quality of this mic feels sub par. The body is all plastic with a metal grill. It does have a little bit of weight to it which adds a decent feel to it, but all around it feels like an unreliable, poorly built microphone. 

The frequency response is listed as 20Hz - 20kHz. They did not provide a frequency response graph of this microphone, which is not surprising given the price. Listening to it though, it sounds as though it lacks in the low end as well as the high end, making for a somewhat mid forward microphone.

The polar pattern of this mic is standard cardioid. It does not do a great job at off axis or background noise rejection, and the coloring as you move around the mic changes pretty drastically. 

The overall performance of this mic is about as good as you would expect out of a $30 microphone. If you connect it direct to your computer with the provided 3.5mm cables, it does not sound good at all as there is lots of noise. If you connect it to an USB Audio Interface with phantom power and an XLR cable, it sounds decent. As previously mentioned it does seem very mid forward, but I did not hate it for electric, acoustic, or for singing. For spoken word, the lack in the low end, and the lack in clarity makes this sound like exactly what it is, a $30 microphone. 

Pros

  • Dirt cheap

  • Lots of accessories

  • When connected to USB Audio Interface, it's usable

Cons

  • Not a good build quality

  • When connected as 3.5mm mic, it sounds bad

  • Lacks in low end & high end.

Conclusion

If you are just recording demos so you can hear your song ideas, I think this microphone would be fine. But if you're planning on using this microphone for any form of professional application I believe you should move on to another microphone. 

If you have any additional questions about this microphone, leave them on the youtube video, and I will try to reply ASAP. 

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BSP-115: YouTube Updates on 2018 Creator Priorities

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On episode 115 of the BSP, I talk about Apple launching a paid news service, Susan Wojicki’s updates to YouTube’s 2018 Creator Priorities, YouTube potentially violating child privacy laws (COPPA), Highlights from Mark Zuckerbergs hearings with Congress and the House, Russia banning Telegram, National Geographic launching a mini-series on Ebola, and Netflix buying Movie Theaters.

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00:00 - Intro
00:52 - Apple Paid News Subscription Service
01:49 - YouTube’s Updates to 2018 Creator Priorities
07:23 - YouTube Potentially Violating Child Privacy Laws
* (https://www.nytimes.com/2018/04/09/business/media/youtube-kids-ftc-complaint.html)
10:38 - Highlights from Zuckerberg Congress / House Hearing
18:05 - Russia Bans Telegram
* (https://www.theverge.com/2018/4/17/17246150/telegram-russia-ban)
20:00 - National Geographic Ebola mini-series
20:50 - Netflix Buying Movie Theaters? 
22:14 - Ask Bandrew
22:40 - Question 1
23:20 - What Headphones Provide the Least Listening Fatigue
25:35 - Question 2
25:45 - Thoughts on 368 Casey Nesitat & Patreon Jack Conte Meeting?
27:01 - Question 3
27:08 - What’s an Appropriate Age to Start Podcasting?
28:41 - Question 4
29:01 - How to Deal with Suicide?
* (https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/)

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Universal Audio Arrow Interface Review

Today I am reviewing an amazing new interface from Universal Audio, the Universal Audio Arrow.

During this review, I have the Rode NT1 connected directly to the Arrow, recording at 24-bit, 48kHz. I have done no post processing to the audio, but it was boosted ~6dB in Final Cut Pro to make it easier to listen to.

If you are interested in this interface, it will set you back $500.00 on Amazon

What's In the Box

  1. Interface
  2. Quick Start Guide

Specifications

  1. Bit Depth: 24-Bit
  2. Sample Rate: 44.1 - 192kHz
  3. Gain Range: 10 - 65dB
  4. Dynamic Range: 118dBA
  5. EIN: -128dBu
  6. Input Impedance: 9.2K Ohms, 5.4K Ohms (with +48v engaged)
  7. Pad: -20dB
  8. Phantom Power: +48v
  9. Processing: Solo Core DSP Chip

Performance / Features

The build quality of this interface is great. It has an all aluminum chassis, and a foam/rubber bottom to keep the interface from sliding around your deck. The XLR and 1/4" inputs all feel firmly attached and do not wiggle around at all. The buttons and dials on the face of the interface also have nice tactile feedback and feel sturdy as well. If you would like to learn more about the functions of this interface, this is covered in the video review. 

The overall performance of this interface is amazing. First off, the preamps. You're getting up +65dB of gain, which is fully capable of driving even the most gain hungry microphones (like the SM7b). When I tested the noise floor, I measured it at around -110dB, which is very impressive at 100%. The A/D converters offer all you could possibly need by recording 24-bit up to 192kHz. While you're at 192kHz, you get roundtrip latency as low as 3ms, and output latency around .5ms.

The real stand out future of this interface is in it's processing and plugins. You get the same near zero latency monitoring/processing as mentioned before, but it's processed on the interface and not on your computer. The plugin pack that comes with the interface has some useful tools like the UA-610B tube preamp, Teletronics LA-2A, Marshall Plexi Classic, and Bass Amp emulator, but I actually bought a unison pre, and I used it on every podcast I recorded. That is the API Vision Channel Strip, paired with the LA-2A. There's not much more I can say about the performance of this thing. It is outstanding on all fronts, and I truly enjoyed using the device.

Pros

  • Live DSP Processing (Near zero latency)
  • Bus powered so there's no need for an external power supply
  • -110dB noise floor at 100%
  • Preamps have 65dB of gain
  • 24-Bit 192kHz High Res A/D convertors
  • 3ms roundtrip (.6ms output) latency at 192kHz
  • Great build quality
  • Offers full +48v phantom power on bus power

Cons

  • Expensive relative to other dual preamp interfaces
  • Steep learning curve for the routing software
  • Some software does not like this interface (discord)
  • Locked into thunderbolt 3

Conclusion

This is the perfect interface if you are looking to dive into Universal Audio's ecosystem without spending $1000 on an interface. If you're a musician who strictly records in the box, and can't afford expensive outboard gear, this is a great entry point to play with Universal Audio's top of the line analog emulation plugins to add color and life to your recordings. If you're a podcaster, I also think that this is an awesome option since you will get the chance to play with emulations of gear that podcaster's don't typically get a chance to use.

After two months of testing this thing, the plugins and live processing have become so essential for my podcasting workflow, and voice chat workflow, that I am not able to remove it from my desk. It has become a permanent staple in my recording system.

If you have any additional questions about this microphone, leave them on the youtube video, and I will try to reply ASAP. 

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BSP-114: Skype Podcasting Tools, Apple Mac Pro, Changes to YouTube Kids, and More

On episode 114, I talk about Skype rolling out a new content creator app, Apple rolling out a new RAW video codec, Apple moving off of intel chip architecture, Apple hiring Google’s AI leader, the Mac Pro being delayed until 2019, The shooting at YouTube HQ, an update to YouTubeTV, Youtube hand picking videos for YouTube Kids, Facebook adjusting how people are able to search on their service, and Mark Zuckerberg not firing anyone due to the Cambridge Analytica data scandal.

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00:00 - Intro
00:43 - Missing Next Week’s Episode
01:09 - What You Had to Say (Amazon Banking Accounts)
04:25 - New Skype Podcasting Tools
* (https://blogs.skype.com/news/2018/04/06/make-collaboration-the-heart-of-your-live-streams-podcasts-and-videos-with-skype-for-content-creators/)
06:45 - Apple Rolls Out New Video Format
08:19 - Apple Switching off Intel Chips and What This Could Mean
11:08 - Apple Hired Google’s AI Leader
12:13 - Mac Pro Delayed Until 2019
14:20 - YouTube HQ Shooting
* (https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/)
* (1-800-273-8255)
16:25 - Quick Update to YouTube TV
16:46 - YouTube Hand Picking Videos for YouTube Kids
* (ttps://support.google.com/youtube/answer/6168681?hl=en)
20:41 - Facebook Updating How People Can Search for you on Facebook
22:15 - Facebook Didn’t Fire Anyone over Cambridge Analytica
24:32 - Ask Bandrew
24:48 - YT Comment 1
25:03 - Is Go Pro Abandoning the Chinese Market?
26:14 - Email 2
26:28 - Where’s the Serial Number on the Samson C01U Pro?
27:02 - Email 3
27:59 - Do you sell your mics?
28:47 - What’s a good mic for streaming? 
29:30 - Email 4
30:16 - What do you think about the Paul Brothers podcasting and twitch streaming?
31:57 - What do you think of you tubers in general all starting podcasts?
33:54 - Adjustments to this episode of the podcast
34:38 - Outro 

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BSP-113: Amazon Banking Services

On episode 113 I provide an update to my Twitch live-streaming, introduce a new segment where you guys tell me how dumb I am, talk about Amazon launching banking services, Mac OSX launching external GPU support, the first Chrome OS Tablet, the new iPad, Apple launching classroom tools, a new entry level GoPro, a serious issue with affiliate marketing, Jake Paul getting a talk show, Rhode Island blocking porn unless you pay, and much much more.

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00:00 - Intro
00:38 - Update to Live Streaming
*     (Twitch Channel: http://www.twitch.tv/podcastage)
*     (WIDG Ep: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-sZjVcyCTE)
02:24 - What You Had To Say (Getting Corrected by Viewers)
04:34 - Amazon Checking Accounts for Teenagers
07:31 - Mac OSX Launches External GPU Support
08:09 - First Chrome OS Tablet
09:30 - 2018 iPad Launch
10:45 - Apple Classroom Toolkit
12:38 - New Entry Level GoPro
14:03 - 90% Of Affiliate Posts Go Undisclosed
17:30 - Jake Paul Gets a Talk Show
20:14 - Rhode Island Blocking Porn Unless you Pay
23:28 - Apple TV Programming Coming 2019
23:55 - Ask Bandrew
24:12 - Email 1
25:06 - Can you quit caffeine?
26:05 - What is your dream job?
27:00 - Are panels beneficial for Fans & Creators?
29:40 - Is Roku the Best? 
* (Privacy Policy: https://docs.roku.com/doc/userprivacypolicy/en-us)
31:41 - Email 2
33:05 - Response to SP
33:40 - My Thoughts on Launching a Store
35:11 - Email 3
35:43 - Discussing Issues with C01u Pro
36:32 - Email 4
36:50 - How’d you come up with your intro?
37:26 - Do you have any future podcast plans?
38:29 - Outro 

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BSP-111: YouTube Disinformation

On episode 111 I discuss Stephen Hawking passing away, Twitter live streaming MLS games, Apple acquiring texture and what this means, Trump creating a US Space Force, YouTubeTV’s price increase, YouTube’s fight with Misinformation / Disinformation, Chinese police using facial recognition glasses, Moviepass saying that they do not track you, and Apple picking up a new series from the creator of Bob’s Burgers.

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00:00 - Intro
00:43 - Sunshine Summit 2018
01:27 - Stephen Hawking Passed Away
02:40 - Twitter Live Streaming MLS Soccer
03:54 - Apple Acquires Texture
06:18 - Trump’s Space Force
07:42 - YouTubeTV Price Increase
08:21 - YouTube’s Continued Fight with Misinformation
10:46 - Chinese Police Using Facial Recognition Glasses
13:03 - Movie Pass States They’re Not Tracking You
15:48 - Apple Acquired Show from Bob’s Burgers Creator
17:27 - Ask Bandrew
17:41 - E-mail 1
18:17 - What mic did you use on BSP-108
18:28 - Was that mic Dynamic or Condenser?
18:45 - What are your thoughts on it?
20:03 - Do you use the DBX286s on your podcast?
22:11 - E-mail 2
22:51 - Thoughts on Crowdfunding
23:33 - Thoughts on Solar Power Start Up Investments
25:50 - One Piece of Investment Advice
26:25 - Email 3
26:59 - Did you know NASA is going to mars?
27:50 - Opinions on Emoticons?
29:32 - Most expensive & cheapest mic you’ve reviewed?
29:51 - Outro

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BSP-110: Twitter Wants to Verify Everyone!

On episode 110, I talk about Washington State passing their own Net Neutrality laws, Facebook launching a breaking news tag, Twitter wanting to verify everyone, New youtube analytics coming soon, YouTube TV partnering/sponsoring the MLB, Movie Pass tracking you, Facebooks new App Locker collecting more data on you, and a new At The Gates album launching!

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00:00 - Intro
00:39 - Upcoming Live Stream Friday 3/16/18 8:00PM EST
01:31 - Done with the TLM103
02:13 - Washington State vs Net Neutrality
04:20 - Facebook Breaking News
06:40 - Twitter Wants to Verify Everyone!
11:41 - New YouTube Analytics
14:41 - YouTube TV & The World Series
17:33 - Movie Pass is Tracking You!
21:20 - Facebook VPN & App Locker are Tracking You!
24:07 - New AT THE GATES Album!
24:45 - Ask Bandrew
25:04 - E-mail 1
26:05 - Is the SM58 Worth the extra $60 over the SM48?
31:12 -  Email 2
32:58 - What’s your Favorite YouTuber?
34:21 - Can you use the Rycote Shockmount with the SM7b
35:10 - Email 3
35:19 - What’s the most embarrassing moment in your life?
35:42 - Where would you want to visit?
36:30 - Have you been abroad?
36:46 - Outro

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BSP-109: YouTube Ads and Alex Jones

On episode 109 I talk about Twitter launching bookmarks, 3 new youtube live streaming features, Advertisers pulling advertisements from Alex Jones’ youtube channel, Youtube reinstating advertisements on Logan Paul’s channel, Youtube mistakenly taking down right wing channels & videos, Facebook facial recognition, Apple storing iCloud encryption keys in China, Apple using Google Cloud services to store your iCloud data, and China censoring social media responses.

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00:00 - Intro
00:45 - Twitter Launches Bookmarks
01:33 - New YouTube LiveStream Features
03:58 - Advertisers Pull Ads off Alex Jones’ YouTube Channel
06:00 - YouTube Reinstating Ads on Logan Paul’s Channel
08:45 - YouTube Mistakenly Took Down Conservative / Right-Wing Channels
11:23 - Facebook Facial Recognition!
13:20 - Apple Storing iCloud Encryption Keys in China
16:03 - Apple Storing iCloud Data on Google Cloud
17:50 - China Censoring Social Media Response
19:48 - Ask Bandrew
20:13 - E-mail 1
21:27 - If you could switch two film characters, what would lead to the best improvement
22:48 - How do you deal with regret for not asking someone something?
24:49 - How do you measure conversational subtext? 
26:00 - E-mail 2
26:22 - Will you check out 12-Gauge Microphones
27:24 - E-mail 3
28:10 - Thoughts on Celebs Joining YouTube?
31:27 - How do you find new media?
34:11 - E-mail 4
34:25 - Favorite Film?
35:10 - Favorite Podcast?
36:05 - Want a Christmas interface?
36:10 - Boom Arm Recommendation for AT2020
37:09 - Outro 

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BSP-108: H3H3 Productions Launching a Podcast Network

On episode 108 I talk the first Hyperloop being under construction, 5g from AT&T incoming, Conservatives being censored on twitter, Twitter rolling out new rules for bulk tweeting, Signal E2E Encrypted Messaging getting $50 Million in funding, H3H3 Productions launching a podcast network, and YouTube taking down an Info Wars (Alex Jones) video.

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00:00 - Intro
00:31 - Excavation for 1st Hyperloop Began
01:46 - AT&T Launching 5G in 2018
03:17 - Conservatives Being Censored by Twitter?
06:02 - Twitter Rolled out New Rules on Bulk Tweeting
07:40 - Signal Received $50 Million in Funding!!!
10:14 - H3H3 Launching a Podcast Network?
11:31 - YouTube Took Down an Alex Jones Video!
16:00 - Ask Bandrew
16:15 - Email 1
16:37 - How do you research for a technology podcast?
18:14 - Email 2
19:20 - Why are people talking about Logan Paul instead of important issues?
20:24 - Why are so many people continuously discussing Logan Paul?
22:15 - Why don’t parents just say “Stop Watching Logan Paul”?
23:55 - E-mail 3
25:00 - Will you compare the AT2020 2035 and 2050?
25:26 - Do you buy your mics from Amazon?
26:23 - Will you review the ATH-M20x?
27:31 - Who are your favorite podcasters?
29:28 - Will you review the t6i or 70d?
29:41 - Will you live stream on youtube?
30:10 - What are your views of Logan Paul?
30:50 - Is the apogee duet worth the $600?
31:45 - Will you come to Hong Kong?
31:58 - RE20 vs. SM7B?
32:48 - Outro 

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BSP-107: Fan Breaks into YouTuber’s Home

On episode 107 I talk about twitter streaming local news during breaking events, updates to YouTube tv’s channel lineup and pricing, my thoughts on the Casey Neistat & Robert Kyncl interview, Susan Wojicki’s thoughts on Logan Paul, Unilever threatening to pull their ads from online platforms, and a fan breaking into a YouTuber’s house.

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00:00 - Intro
00:37 - Twitter Live Streaming News during Breaking News
02:51 - Updates to YouTube TV
04:26 - Casey Neistat & Robert Kyncl Interview
09:53 - Susan Wojicki Doesn’t Think Logan Paul should Be Kicked off YouTube
15:22 - Unilever Threatens to Pull Ads from Online Companies
18:30 - Fan Breaks into YouTuber’s Home
21:15 - Ask Bandrew
21:36 - Email 1
22:28 - Why do you prefer Mac OS over Windows
25:11 - Why did you choose this topic for youtube?
27:20 - What are your thoughts on social media?
28:59 - Have you heard of Amateur radio?
29:55 - Email 2
30:46 - How are you learning to support your voice?
32:40 - What would suggest to someone to reinvigorate their creativity?
36:00 - Email 3
37:44 - Have you seen Enemy of the State?
38:07 - Opinion on Season 11 of X-Files
40:52 - Outro

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BSP-106: Conspiracy Between YouTube & Logan Paul

On episode 106, I talk about using the Falcon Heavy Launch, Amazon Prime Delivering Groceries, Casey Nesitat interviewing YouTube CBO Robert Kyncl, YouTube Demonetizing Logan Paul’s Channel, YouTube’s Blog Post about How They Will be Handling Bad Behavior, Equifax Leaking Additional Information, a New TV Show and a new movie. 

In the ask bandrew says segment, I talk about my favorite actor, if I could buy one thing what it would be, who my Idol is, what my first microphone was, favorite conspiracy themed movies, favorite headphones, favorite unhealthy food, favorite tv show, and the worst thing that has ever happened to me. 

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00:00 - Intro
00:40 - Neumann TLM103
01:30 - Don’t Change Too Much Too Fast
02:52 - Falcon Heavy Launch
06:16 - Amazon Prime Delivering Groceries
07:07 - Casey Neistat Interview with YouTube CBO
08:45 - YouTube Demonetizes Logan Paul’s Channel
10:55 - Conspiracy Between YouTube & Logan Paul
14:15 - YouTube Blog Post Stating They Can Censor You!?
18:10 - My thoughts on their blog post!
23:41 - My Advice for Creators Who Upload Controversial Content
27:14 - More Data Leaked in Equifax Hacking
28:21 - New Apple TV Show
29:37 - The Cloverfield Paradox
29:50 - The Ask Bandrew Segment
30:12 - Email 1
30:50 - Favorite Actor?
31:58 - If you could buy one thing, what would it be?
32:47 - Do you have an idol? If so, why?
33:58 - First microphone?
34:29 - Email 2
35:38 - Favorite Conspiracy Movie?
37:22 - What’s your birth sign?
37:32 - Apart from Sony headphones, what are you favorite?
38:12 - Favorite unhealthy food?
38:58 - Favorite TV Show other than X-Files?
40:03 - What’s the worst thing that’s happened to you?
41:02 - Outro

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BSP-105: YouTube's 2018 Creator Priorities

On episode 105, I ask why people are more upset with Apple than they are with Equifax, Missouri researching the Hyperloop, YouTube TV on Apple TV & Roku, YouTube labeling Public & Government funded content, Susan Wojcicki’s priorities for Creators on Youtube in 2018, Lenovo’s system being insecure, and Fitness trackers doxing Military bases.

In the ask bandrew segment, I discuss my thoughts on scientology, XLR dynamic microphones, living alone, not being married, the Podcastage FAQ series, how to manage a busy life, how to deal with awful people in a work setting, if I’ll livestream, favorite news sources, hobbies, siblings, favorite singer/songwriters, and 5 items on a desert island.

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00:00 - Intro
00:35 - Using the Neumann TLM102
01:15 - Subscribe to YouTube.com/SoundSpeeds
02:16 - Why Are People More Upset at Apple than Equifax?
04:07 - Missouri Looking into Hyperloops
06:12 - YouTube TV On AppleTV & Roku
07:03 - YouTube Labeling Public & Government Funded Videos
08:26 - YouTube CEO’s Priorities for 2018
16:53 - Lenovo Fingerprint Systems are Vulnerable
18:13 - Fitness Trackers Dox the Military
19:40 - Ask Bandrew
20:13 - Email 1
20:45 - Thoughts on Scientology
22:05 - Best XLR Dynamic Microphone
23:03 - Do you live alone?
23:26 - Are you Married?
23:36 - Where’s the FAQ Series?
24:08 - Can you use the TLM102
24:13 - Views on Anonymous
24:35 - Email 2
25:13 - How do you manage a busy life?
27:24 - How do you deal with obnoxious people in life?
30:17 - Email 3
30:32 - Will You Livestream
31:34 - Favorite Source for News
31:59 - Hobbies You Haven’t Discussed
32:37 - Do you have siblings?
33:03 - Email 4
33:54 - Can I Use Your Song?
34:26 - Thoughts on Fortnite?
34:42 - Favorite Singer / Songwriter?
36:20 - What 5 Items Would You Have on a Desert Island?
37:29 - Thoughts on MDR-V55 Headphones?
37:55 - Outro

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BSP-104: Elon Musk & His Boring Flamethrower

On episode 104, I talk about Elon Musk launching a flamethrower, Apple’s homepod being released, Universal Audio releasing a new interface, YouTube investing in positive content, Logan Paul Returning, CNN shutting down Beme, Facebook getting into game dreaming, and Apple rolling out a privacy tool.

In what I’ve been testing, I talk about the new iMac 27” I picked up and how boring I think it is as well as my initial thoughts on the Apogee Duet. In the Ask Bandrew segment, I talk about the SM57 + A81WS = SM7b, why I don’t grow a beard, Travis Walton’s abduction, Conspiracies, the future of tech, how to stay motivated, podcast naming, presidential campaign slogans, and popcorn vs. Kettle corn.

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00:00 - Intro
00:43 - Elon Musk is Selling a Flamethrower!
03:19 - Apple HomePod Announced & Available for Preorder
06:43 - Universal Audio Arrow Interface
09:20 - YouTube Invests in Positive Content
11:05 - Logan Paul Returns
13:00 - CNN Shut Down Beme
16:52 - Getting Gaming Tips on Facebook (https://developers.facebook.com/blog/post/2018/01/26/gaming-creator-pilot-program/)
17:41 - Apple Rolling Out Privacy Icon
18:52 - iMac 27” 
20:44 - Apogee Duet
23:30 - Ask Bandrew
24:07 - Email 1
25:26 - Can the SM57 + A81WS = SM7b? (https://youtu.be/APBcODtbGqc?t=2m40s)
27:09 - Why don’t you grow a beard?
27:41 - Travis Walton: Truth or Hoax?
28:53 - E-mail 2
29:16 - Why do you like conspiracies?
30:56 - Where do you think Tech is Going in the Next 100 Years?
31:25 - E-mail 3
31:58 - How do you get motivated?
33:17 - Do you like “Insert Name” as a podcast name?
34:31 - What would your campaign slogan be?
35:00 - Popcorn or Kettle Corn?
35:25 - Outro 

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BSP-103: Changes to YouTube Partner Program

On episode 103 of the podcast I talk about Apple’s response to the iPhone slowdown controversy, Youtube dark mode on mobile, Kevin Durant teaming up with YouTube, Changes to the YouTube Partner Program, and FISA being extended for 6 years.

In the ask bandrew segment, I talk about coding, coffee, potato wedges vs fries, linux, how I buy microphones, travel, what TV/movies I’m excited for in 2018, what science I’m excited for in 2018, one piece of advice I could offer everyone, reading books, enjoying match, and my thoughts on Christmas.

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00:00 - Intro
00:33 - Off My Game Today
01:21 - Apple Allowing Consumers to Turn Off Processor Slowdown
03:33 - YouTube Dark Mode on Mobile
04:20 - Kevin Durant Sports Programming on YouTube
04:51 - Changes to YouTube Partner Program
15:03 - FISA Extended for 6 Years
19:17 - Ask Bandrew
19:31 - Email 1
20:03 - Have you coded before?
20:51 - How much does a cup of coffee cost?
21:56 - Thoughts on Linux?
22:35 - How do you have money to buy Mics? 
23:28 - Do you prefer instant coffee or other type of coffee?
24:00 - Potato Wedges or Potato Fries?
24:10 - Have you been to Asia, or do you plan to visit Asia?
25:03 - Email 2
25:53 - What TV/Movies are you most excited for in 2018?
26:54 - What Space/Science are you most excited for in 2018?
28:43 - Email 3
29:12 - One piece of advice, one message?
30:35 - If you could travel anywhere today, where would you go?
32:46 - Email 4
33:11 - Do you like reading books?
34:10 - Did you like math in school?
35:35 - Do you like christmas?
36:40 - Outro

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BSP-102: This Is Not a Drill!

On episode 102 I talk about the charges surrounding the swatting death, go pro quitting drones and going up for sale, table top tablet screens, new audio gear announced at CES, Youtube’s response to the Logan Paul situation, WhatsApp having issues with security, and the Hawaii missile alert.

In the ask bandrew segment, I discuss the most valuable item I’ve lost or had stolen, my thoughts on coffee, the instruments I play, my desire to play music full time, how long it takes to produce a mic review or podcast, what microphone company has the most consistent audio quality, and how much free time I have per week.

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00:00 - Intro
00:38 - Guest on Kraig Adams Podcast (http://podcast.kraigadams.com/podcastage)
01:54 - Charges for Swatting Death
03:02 - Go Pro Quitting Drones & Selling Company!?
06:00 - Lenovo & Google Launching Echo Show Competitor
08:00 - New Focusrite Clarett USB
09:20 - Sennheiser HD820 Headphones
11:13 - Sennheiser GSP 600 Gaming Headset
12:53 - $100 USB-C Cable from Shure
15:07 - Youtube’s Response to Logan Paul
17:22 - YouTube is Making More Promises
18:40 - WhatsApp has been Infiltrated!
21:33 - The Incorrect Hawaii Missle Alert! This is Not a Drill!
25:56 - New TV Show Announced from Apple
26:45 - Ask Bandrew
27:09 - Email 1
28:45 - Most valuable item stolen or lost?
30:03 - Thoughts on coffee / caffeinated project
31:21 - Instruments you play?
32:00 - Did you think you’d play music full time?
32:21 - What software do you use to edit
32:24 - How long does it take to produce a video?
36:31 - What mic company do you think has the most consistent audio quality?
37:05 - How much free time do you have per week?

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BSP-101: What Can We Learn From Logan Paul’s Mistake

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On episode 101 of The Bandrew Says Podcast, I provide updates to the Apple Battery issue, Twitter’s response to requests to Ban Trump, Apple developing a new series, What we can learn from Logan Paul’s video about locating a dead body, Apps recording what you’re watching, Meltdown & Spectre, and X-files Season 11 Season Premier.

In the ask bandrew segment, I answer questions about dabbing, minecraft, why I don’t game, AT2020 & UMC204HD, my old band, stickers vs. magnets, Favorite  X-files episode, Who I’d make a duet with, who I’d musically train with, and my favorite ice cream.

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00:00 - Intro
00:57 - Still Not Using TLM102
01:25 - Update to Apple Battery Issues
02:30 - Trump Getting Banned on Twitter?
07:15 - Apple Picks Up True Crime Series
08:43 - What Can We Learn From Logan Paul’s Mistake
23:35 - Apps Recording What You’re Watching
26:18 - Our Computers Are All DOOMED!!!!! (Meltdown & Spectre)
30:40 - My Thoughts on X-Files Season 11 Premier
33:10 - Ask Bandrew
33:28 - Email 1
34:00 - Did you do the dab?
34:48 - Will you watch my podcast?
35:04 - Do you play minecraft?
35:53 - When’s your next Why I Don’t Game?
37:12 - AT2020 into UMC204HD
38:03 - Email 2
38:49 - What Did Your Old Band Sound Like?
40:05 - Did You Reach The Sound You Wanted?
42:03 - Email 3
42:15 - Thoughts on Logo Magnets vs Stickers?
44:04 - Email 3
46:08 - What’s the One Episode of X-Files You Would Watch?
48:34  - Who do you want to do a Duet With? (HALEY REINHART)
49:10 - Who would you want to musically train with?
50:58 - Have you found covers of your songs?
51:15 - What’s your least favorite ice cream flavor?
52:18 - Outro

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BSP-100: How I Failed in 2017

On episode 100 of The Bandrew Says Podcast, I celebrate the centennial episode of this show. I talk about how I failed in 2017, my goals for 2018, my story of quitting drinking, and my favorite tech of 2017.

In news I talk about Apple Battery Replacement, Lawsuits Against Apple, YouTube Being Deactivated on the Amazon FireTV, a Swatting Toll Leading to Death, and Your Browser Password Manager Leaking Your Info.

In other areas of the podcast, I share some horror films I’ve watched this year, forgetting to hit record, best wav mic for the Zoom H6, Dynamic Mic Comparison Videos, Upgrading from the Canon T6i, my favorite fast food, and much more.

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00:00 - Intro
00:50 - Different Episode Style This Week
01:20 - How I Failed in 2017
06:51 - My 2018 Goals
10:55 - Why I Quit Drinking (3 Year Soberversary)
21:00 - My Favorite Tech of 2017
28:50 - Apple Battery Replacement Price & Lawsuits
30:28 - YouTube Deactivated on Amazon Fire TV
31:25 - Swatting Troll Leads to Death
35:42 - Your Browser Password Manager is Being Exploited
37:50 - Horror Film Binge List
39:30 - Ask Bandrew Segment
40:00 - E-mail 1
40:41 - Do You Watch The Daily Show?
41:23 - Have You Ever Forgot to Record or Plug Microphone?
42:29 - E-mail 2
42:40 - Best Lav Mic for Zoom H6
44:50 - E-mail 3
45:20 - Will You Use the TLM102?
45:46 - Will You Compare the PR40, RE20, RE320 & SM7b?
47:17 - Worst Mic You’ve Reviewed?
48:15 - Do You Want to Upgrade from the Canon T6i
50:30 - E-mail 4
50:55 - Do you like fidget spinners?
51:42 - Why Did I Start Podcasting?
52:23 - Do you like Football/Soccer?
53:26 - Favorite Fast Food?
54:08 - Outro!!! 

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