Making It Podcast
The ups and downs of making things and sharing them.
Hosted by Dr. Suga and Dr. Faisal.
The ups and downs of making things and sharing them.
Hosted by Dr. Suga and Dr. Faisal.
Hosts Suga and Faisal delve into the world of creativity and introduce the podcast. They discuss the significance of making creative friends, the challenges faced by creatives, and share their own creative journeys. This episode also explores the benefits of creating, finding your "why," and offers a glimpse of what's to come in Season 1. Tune in to gain inspiration and insights for your creative endeavours.
Suga and Faisal share their personal experiences with starting YouTube channels and their creative journeys. They cover the value of consistency, the importance of a creative outlet, and strategies for overcoming obstacles. They dive into the balance between patience and algorithms, the privilege of attention, and the rewards of the creative process. Join them on this inspiring journey and unlock valuable insights for your own creative endeavours.
Suga and Faisal discuss the importance of choosing a niche, being authentic, and creating content aligned with your passion and expertise. They share their creative processes and debate whether expensive gear is necessary. The duo talks about filming oneself, making time to create, and the skills you can learn from YouTube. They touch on consistency, handling criticism, dealing with perfectionism, and repurposing content. They also compare TikTok and Instagram and give a glimpse of what's coming up in Season 1.
Faisal and Suga cover a wide range of topics related to their creative endeavours. They discuss Faisal's new medical education platform (Hippocampus TV), the responsibility they feel towards their educational content, and the concept of creating popular science content. They share insights into their creative strategies, planning processes, and the essential gear needed for content creation. The hosts also touch on the psychology of branding, the editing process, monetising a media business, and hiring people. It's a punchy and informative episode that provides valuable insights for aspiring content creators and entrepreneurs.
Faisal and Suga explore the timing and motivation for becoming creators, emphasising the choice between consuming and creating. They highlight the advantages of being creators, such as skill development and the potential to earn money. The hosts also discuss the preferred platform for creators and underline the financial benefits that come with content creation. It's a valuable episode for anyone contemplating the shift from consumer to creator.
Faisal and Suga delve into various aspects of their creative journey and cultural identity. They discuss the opinions of friends and family regarding their creative pursuits, the transition to full-time creative work, and the hypocrisy of discouraging creators. They share their own experiences of starting out as part-time creators and explore the rising presence of South Asian comedians. The hosts touch upon the significance of British South-Asian culture and the importance of sharing niche experiences. They also ponder whether it's considered "cool" to be South Asian in the context of their creative endeavours. This episode provides a deep dive into their personal and creative journeys, as well as cultural perspectives.