BSP-423: Why You NEED to Budget

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Topics discussed: What made me want to discuss budgeting, explain what a budget is, share my thoughts on the benefits of budgeting, setting up a budget and then summarizing budgeting.

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00:00 - Intro
01:02 - Why I Want to Discuss Budgeting
01:52 - What is a Budget?
02:59 - The Benefits of Budgeting
07:18 - Setting Up a Basic Budget
23:04 - Summary of a Budget
25:52 - WYHTS: YouTube Shorts
28:15 - Value for Value
33:00 - Random Conclusion Stuff

SSP-33: April Fools Day Special: Air To Water and Water To Air

Episode 33 is going to dive into a topic that everyone wonders about but is too afraid to ask... what happens to sound as it goes from air to water and vice versa. You're in for a treat this episode and in a few short minutes, you'll be able to sleep well with this knowledge.

BSP-422: YouTube Auto-Disabling Notifications, I Released Some Music, and more

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Topics discussed: YouTube automatically disabling some notifications, a change to how shorts views are counted, a report on if YouTube Premium Lite is any good, discussing why negativity is more common, tech innovation lacking, things getting better, checking the EMI resistance of the sE electronics V7 and more.

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00:00 - Intro
00:25 - YouTube Disabling Some Notifications

• YT Auto-Disabling Notifcations: https://support.google.com/youtube/thread/18138167?hl=en&msgid=333836208

12:52 - YouTube Changing Shorts Views!

• YouTube Shorts Views Creator Insider Announcement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-QM6O4yPfrI

19:40 - WYHTS: Is YouTube Premium Lite any Good?
21:32 - WYHTS: Negativity Is more Common
24:30 - WYHTS: Tech Innovation is No More
28:25 - WYHTS: Things Will Get Better
31:10 - WYHTS: Why I Roll My Rs
33:00 - Value for Value
41:21 - Checking EMI of sE Electronics V7
49:45 - I Relased Music!

• Must Love Karate - Escapism: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTwNXVaSqUfvdMofVU3eFsCPgURZ3WUTE&si=KFdSnGr8pcNENh2E

55:00 - Conclusion

SSP-32: Hiding Boom Shadows In The Shot & Boom Op Body Silencing

Since 32 is one of my favorite numbers, I decided to do a boom operator double feature. In the first segment I'm going to discuss hiding a boom shadow in the shot. Many people would tell you to hide your shadow along a line in the architecture or in a cluttered area of set and this does sometimes work but the most helpful tip is something different. Second I'm going to discuss the importance of silencing your body on set and what that entails.

BSP-421: Where's the Enthusiasm?, Lewitt Connect 2, and More

Topics discussed: Has everyone lost enthusiasm and passion and has everyone become jaded and nonchalant?, 3 things I've been enjoying the last few weeks, Trying YouTube DreamScape AI background replacement tool, the Lewitt Connect 2, YouTube Premium Lite, Appreciation for Disturbing movies, and the Terrifier UHD Box Set from Umbrella.

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Lewitt Connect2: https://geni.us/connect2

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00:00 - Intro
00:27 - Why is Noone Enthusiastic Anymore?
05:24 - 3 Things I've Been Enjoying

• Hard Knock Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0VOxDGm1bY

• Are You Garbage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sRHos2ww388

14:22 - Trying YouTube DreamScape AI
16:24 - WIBT: Lewitt Connect 2
19:45 - WYHTS: YouTube Premium Lite

• Blog Post: https://blog.youtube/news-and-events/introducing-premium-lite/

• Premium Lite: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/15968883

24:26 - WYHTS: Appreciation for Disturbing Movies
31:00 - Value for Value
37:20 - FTW: Terrifier UHD Box Set
40:50 - Conclusion

SSP-31: Why Talking Animals Annoy Me & A Character Actor Addressing A Sound Concern

Every day on set brings new challenges and I'm sure the same goes in post when trying to piece together the show from the footage. Still... I can't help but get frustrated when non-human creatures don't speak the way their biology tells us it should so I'm going to start with my take on this. Second I'm going to tell a story about a character actor addressing a sound concern on set while in character in his own, brilliant way. Enjoy.

BSP-420: YouTube Adding MORE Midroll Ads, and more

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Topics discussed: YouTube automatically inserting even MORE midroll advertisements and what you as a content creator can do to stop it, my favorite examples of why YouTube Community Posts are flawed, the difficulty of requesting youtubers to upload multiple audio files, why I will NEVER stop complaining about bad audio, The Benefit of Denim Jackets, and other stuff too.

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00:00 - Intro
00:30 - YouTube FORCING Midroll Ads

• MIDROLL AD BLOG POST: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/6175006?nohelpkit=1&hl=en

05:45 - Examples of Why YouTube Community Posts are Flawed
11:00 - WIBT
11:54 - WYHTS: Favorite Comment
13:00 - WYHTS: Aston Apex Microphone
14:45 - WYHTS: Uploading Backing Track to YouTUbe?
18:00 - WYHTS: Stop Complaining About Imperfect Audio
25:30 - Value for Value
28:30 - FTW: Jean Jacket
33:40 - Outro Ramblings

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SSP-30: How Your Ears Determine Direction & Samuel L Jackson's Genius Take On ADR

It's quite amazing that using only two ears, you're able to detect the direction of a sound in 360 degrees both horizontally and vertically. We'll start off with an explanation of how this happens. Second I'll share something Samuel L Jackson told me on the set of Cell - why he likes doing ADR. It's brilliant. Enjoy.

BSP-419: 3 Big Changes to YouTube, and more

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Topics discussed: 3 big changes coming to youtube. 1st the new communities function on channels which allows viewers to post to a channels home page, secondly the auto dubbing of videos which allows viewers from around the world to have audio in their native language, and lastly the voice replies to comments on your channel page. I also discuss getting audio right before you hit record, and briefly discuss the movie Valentine.  

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00:00 - Intro
00:12 - YouTube Discord Communities

• Blog re: Communities: https://support.google.com/youtube/thread/321825573/introducing-communities-dedicated-spaces-for-viewers-creators-to-connect?hl=en

08:42 - YouTube Auto Dubbing

• Auto dubbing Blog Post: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/15569972?hl=en

15:38 - YouTube Comment Voice Replies

• Creator Insider Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NnOPl3Qiimg

19:30 - The Reason These Features Exist
21:15 - WIBT: Shure PGA181
22:00 - WYHTS: Fix Your Audio BEFORE You Record
26:53 - Value for Value
30:07 - Conclusion

BSP-418: Elgato Voice Focus AI Noise Removal, Mic Modeling Plugins, and more

Topics discussed: The new Elgato Voice Focus plugin that was just announced as a free update for their wave link software and I demo voice focus to show how effective it is and what kind of impact it has on audio, I then try Antares Mod Mic to see if it can actually turn a Behringer Xm8500 into a U87, and then discuss what EDC is and explore the 3 types of EDC youtubers. 

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00:00 - Intro
00:20 - Elgato Voice Focus AI Noise Removal
05:45 - Turning an XM8500 into a U87 using Antares Mod Mic
15:28 - WYHTS: Audio Technica Turn Tables Don't Damage Records
16:45 - WYHTS: What is EDC?
19:41 - WYHTS : 3 Types of EDC Videos on YouTube
25:00 - Value for Value
27:56 - Valentines Day Horror Movie
31:15 - Outro

SSP-29: Make Sure Your Deal Memo Is Specific & Cuba Gooding Jr Defending Crew

Start paperwork is pretty standard; you fill out the forms, sign where appropriate and click submit but when making a deal outside of the pre-printed paperwork, make sure your wording is specific and detailed. My first topic will discuss this topic. For my story from set I'll be telling a couple stories about Cuba Gooding Jr defending the crew against a 1st AD who was losing his temper when in the wrong. Enjoy.

BSP-417: My 2025 Everyday Carry, 5 Favorite Records and More

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Topics discussed: The 14 hour TikTok ban and 4 steps that I think you should take to limit the risk of potential damage of social media bans, youtube announcing they are improving the audio quality of some videos, share some fragrance recommendations from BSP viewiers, discuss the difference betwene the Neumann TLM107 and TLM103, discuss my guitar collection, talk about the physical media dillema and more.

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00:00 - Intro
02:10 - My 2025 Everyday Carry
13:25 - What I've Been Testing
14:48 - WYHTS: Why I Love Day of the Dead
16:55 - WYHTS: My Favorite Vinyl Records
24:10 - WYHTS: Is MP3 vs. Lossless Worth It?
28:42 - WYHTS: Uploading Review to Apple Music
30:47 - WYHTS: YouTube Audio is Disappointing / More Fragrance Talk
34:35 - WYHTS: Does SoundSpeeds Smell Bad?
36:15 - WYHTS: Thanks to an Artist

• Aufladbar's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aufladbarart/

38:00 - V4V: Canada is NOT the 51st State
39:15 - V4V: Vinegar Syndrome & Second Languages
43:35 - WWA: Tribulation

• Tribulation - Hungry Waters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x0FANx2XSmo

46:06 - Conclusion

BSP-416: Avoid the TikTok Ban, YouTube Audio Quality Improvement, and more

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Topics discussed: The 14 hour TikTok ban and 4 steps that I think you should take to limit the risk of potential damage of social media bans, youtube announcing they are improving the audio quality of some videos, share some fragrance recommendations from BSP viewiers, discuss the difference betwene the Neumann TLM107 and TLM103, discuss my guitar collection, talk about the physical media dillema and more.

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00:00 - Intro
00:25 - The TikTok Ban in the United States

• FORBES ARTICLE: https://www.forbes.com/sites/antoniopequenoiv/2025/01/19/tiktok-ban-live-updates-tiktok-restoring-service-after-trump-promises-hell-delay-ban/

• THE VERGE ARTICLE: https://www.theverge.com/2025/1/20/24348213/trump-tiktok-ban-executive-order-sale-delay-china

02:30 - What to Do About Social Media Bans?
10:38 - YouTube Improving Audio Quality

• Activate: https://www.youtube.com/new

• Blog Announcement: https://blog.youtube/news-and-events/new-youtube-premium-features-2025/

• YouTube Audio Stats: https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/4603579?hl=en

• Github OPUS 251 Stats: https://gist.github.com/AgentOak/34d47c65b1d28829bb17c24c04a0096f

• YT Music Quality: https://support.google.com/youtubemusic/answer/9076559?hl=en&co=GENIE.Platform%3DiOS&oco=0

18:22 - WYHTS: Fragrance Fans in the BSP Community
21:30 - WYHTS: Why is the Neumann TLM107 Better than the TLM103?
24:00 - WYHTS: What's Your Guitar Collection?
28:20 - WYHTS: Why Streaming Services are Failing
34:02 - WYHTS: The Origin of the Microphone Milhouse nickname

• Nancy's Microphone Setup: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DE5PSlkNmPI

37:00 - Value for Value

• Henrique's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IncrediblyHandsome

38:20 - The Physical Media Dilema
42:40 - Conclusion

SSP-28: What Can A Steward Do For Crew & Convincing A Show To Hire Union

As of the time of this episode's release, it's winter so I felt a need to use some winter examples to aid in a presentation about union stewards and what they can do for the crew. In short, a steward has no power or authority but it merely a single person that can address concerns or issues with the execution of the contract or contact the union office for support. In the second segment I'm going to tell a story that happened over 10 years ago when a show I was on was trying to be cheap and not hire a union member for a union job and what I did to convince them they should.

BSP-415: I'm "Shocked" by Honey Controversy, and more

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Topics discussed: Exploring who my doppleganger is, discussing the Honey browser add on controversy, sharing advice on a common mistkae in hobbies & collecting that I think you should avoid, not hoarding physical media, ranting about fragrances, and promoting an awesome musician.

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00:00 - Intro
00:20 - My Dopplegangers

• Headshort Source: https://www.nbc.com/saturday-night-live/credits/cast

03:45 - I'm "Shocked" by the Honey Controversy

• Mega Lags Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vc4yL3YTwWk

13:30 - WIBT: Neumann & Focusrite
14:45 - WYHTS: Battling the YouTube Algo
16:30 - WYHTS: There's No "T" in Comfort
18:15 - WYTHS: Mistakes in Hobbies & Collecting
24:10 - WYHTS: Don't Hoard Physical Media
29:50 - WYHTS: Ranting about Colognes / Fragrances

• Maria's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/mariameliora

37:33 - WYHTS: Amazing Improvised Musician

• Sebs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sebzillner

• Sebs YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeebndGYRD9KLQcEiccYzmw

40:05 - Value for Value
43:00 - Conclusion

BSP-414: 2024 was a SUCCESS…kind of, and more

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Topics discussed: Getting out of your comfort zone, facing difficult situations head on, my 2024 content goal success, and personal goal failures, my favorite videos of 2024, what my plans are on 2025 and personal goal for the next year. I also talk about being 10 years sober and a no spend month as well as the 18i20 (4th gen).

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00:00 - Intro
01:04 - Get Out of Your Comfort Zone
03:56 - Face Difficulty Head On
07:30 - 2024 Content Goal Success!
10:19 - 2024 Personal Goal Failure!
16:00 - My Favorite Videos of 2024

• Podcastage:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Y85ueDWh2k

• Podcastage2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tBUI3YGK57E

• Bandrew Says Podcast: https://youtu.be/IRAMyU7dmew?si=CEMGbFNVvRdwPivo&t=931

20:25 - 2025 Content Goals
23:14 - 2025 Personal Goals
28:40 - 10 Years Sober
31:33 - No Spend January
33:15 - WIBT: Focusrite 18i20 (4th Gen)
36:45 - WYHTS: The YouTube Algorithm Sucks.
38:26 - WYHTS: The TLM107 isn't Neumann's Best Offering.
40:12 - WYHTS: The Show is Like a Friend Recommending Stuff

• Sarah's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@sarahsloanshow

41:30 - Value for Value
45:50 - Conclusion

SSP-27: My Thoughts on the Film Industry Entering 2025

I've been thinking about the film industry a lot over the past 2 years and now, as we enter 2025, I've decided to voice some of my thoughts. I'd like your input as well - not just on my thoughts but on the industry in general. Whether you're in the industry or not, I'd love your thoughts.

Disclaimer: These are my thoughts and opinions and don't represent worldly absolute truths.

SSP-26: Paying For Additional Firmware Unlocks & Velcro on a Boom Pole

Here we go with the last episode of the new Sound Speeds Podcast for the year 2024. Episode 26... yeah buddy. For this episode we're going to tackle a couple of things (as usual) starting with a follow up to my recent video about paying to unlock features on product you already bought. No, I'm not back pedaling, I'm clarifying my thoughts on fully functioning products you buy - what are my thoughts for paying for additional features? Next I'm going to answer the question of why I like 2" Velcro on my boom poles under the knuckles. Were we go!

BSP-413: Best Podcasts, Music, and Movies of 2024, and More

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Topics discussed: Best podcasts of 2024, best music of 2024, best movies of 2024, the best youtubers of 2024, a conspiracy theory about youtube and dating content, and the Neumann TLM107. 

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Neve Portico 5017: https://geni.us/rnd5017
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00:00 - Intro
02:47 - Best Podcasts of 2024
09:21 - Best Music of 2024 
14:47 - Best Movies of 2024
20:55 - Best YouTubes of 2024
24:48 - Conspiracy Theory About YouTube!
28:15 - WIBT: Neumann TLM107
31:20 - Value for Value
32:26 - V4V: Not Upgrading Gear / Don't Mimic Me!
34:23 - V4V: 10 Year video vs. 1 Week video
36:29 - V4V: Mrs. Doubtfire Impression
37:55 - Wrap Up

BSP-412: The Benefits of NOT Upgrading Gear, and More

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Topics discussed: The benefits of not upgrading your gear constantly, the studio tech I have upgraded during 2024, my most used microphones of 2024, my most used headphones of 2024, and my most used audio players of 2024. I also share the tech I'm excited for in 2025.

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00:00 - Intro
00:25 - The Benefits of NOT Upgrading Your Equipment
08:37 - The Studio Gear I Upgraded in 2024
18:32 - Most Used Microphone of 2024
22:15 - Most Used Headphones of 2024
24:21 - Most Used Audio Players of 2024
29:20 - Tech I'm Excited for in 2025
34:45 - WYHTS: Measure Success on What You Control
37:10 - WYHTS: YouTubers who Started 10 Years Ago Were Lucky
42:00 - WYHTS: MEI Studio's YouTube Journey
47:15 - WYHTS: Woman Inadvertently Joins the Patriarchy
48:25 - Value for Value
52:15 - Conclusion