Podcasts
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Streamlabs Should Be Ashamed…
Streamlabs are under fire from the streaming community following the release of a new product. Join Pete and Ben as they discuss exactly what has caused this, and the resulting fallout.
EP48
Questionable Updates From Twitch and YouTube
YouTube are removing the dislike counter, Twitch are testing some changes to subscriptions, and Twitter have launched their premium "Blue" service. Join Pete and Ben as they discuss all the platform updates and streaming news over the past week.
EP47
6 NEW Features Coming To YouTube LIVE in 2022!
YouTube have announced a whole bunch of highly requested livestreaming features that they'll be releasing in 2022. We'll also be discussing Stream Hatchet's Q3 Industry Report, Twitch's testing of "Boost This Streamer", and much more!
EP46
Are BIG Streamers Losing Touch?
Working with sponsors and launching products is a big part of how full-time streamers generate income. This week saw popular YouTube streamer Valkyrae launch a new skincare product called RFLCT, which has received warranted backlash from the community. In this week's podcast, we'll be talking about how streamers can work with sponsors, as well as covering all the other news from the streaming industry.
EP45
New ‘Pay-to-Win’ Boosting Feature on Twitch
Streamers are NOT happy this week after leaked screenshots showed plans from Twitch to introduce a new paid boosting feature. Join Pete and Ben for this week's podcast as they also discuss new features being rolled out by Discord and YouTube.
EP44
NEW Features on Twitch and YouTube are Revealed
Twitch and YouTube are BOTH releasing new features which are heavily influenced by their competitor platform. As they fight for being the best platform for streamers and viewers, do any of these changes entice you enough to move?
EP43
Why Streamers are LEAVING Twitch for YouTube
Some of Twitch's biggest streamers have been leaving the platform to instead stream on YouTube. Join Pete and Ben as they also discuss Streamlabs' new Safe Mode, Twitch's new Ad Manager, and much more.
EP42
Has Streamlabs FIXED Twitch Subs? [100% Revenue For Streamers]
Streamlabs has introduced a new feature for streamers to help combat the 50/50 split that Twitch currently takes. Join Pete and Ben as they also discuss OBS Studio V27.1, OnlyFans backtracking, Twitch’s new Creator Goals feature and much more.
EP41
Twitch is Getting FLOODED with Hate Raids
Twitch streamers are finding themselves subject to organized attacks from bot accounts flooding their chat with hateful messages. In today's podcast, we'll be talking through Twitch's response, some helpful community-built tools, as well as all the other live-streaming news from the past week.
EP40
Is Twitch Still King? Streaming Industry Report Q2 2021
Which live-streaming platform has grown the most over the past quarter? Join us live today as we dive into the data, as well as looking at Twitch's new stream display ads, Discord's new features and xQc's counterclaim on a DMCA strike.
EP39
YouTube Adding 4 NEW Features For Streamers
YouTube is adding FOUR much-needed features to their live platform hoping to entice more streamers over from Twitch. We'll also be discussing Streamlabs' 2 new tools, TikTok breaking records and why MrBeast has launched a Spanish channel.
EP38
Why Are Elgato Products SO Expensive? With Julian Fest (Elgato GM)
Elgato recently launched NINE new products for streamers and content creators. We'll be chatting live with Elgato GM Julian Fest about what it's like to build products for such a growing industry, how Elgato has grown to become one of the leading brands in the creator space, and why sometimes you can't please everyone when it comes to price.
EP37
Twitch Can’t Keep Taking 50% of Earnings…
Twitch are under pressure after Facebook announced that creators will be keeping 100% of revenue from subscriptions and badges and Twitter have announced they will only be taking a 3% cut on Super Follows. Join Pete and Ben in this week's livestream as they also discuss updates to Spotify's Greenroom, YouTube analytics, and much more!
EP36
Twitch Adds Animated Emotes, Activity Feed Upgrades, and Polls/Predictions API
Twitch is making some major changes to emotes, with animation options, special follower emotes, and even an emote library! Join Pete and Ben in this week's livestream as they also discuss updates to OBS Studio, Twitch's activity feed, and much more!
EP35
Twitch Adds 350+ New Tags, Chants, and a Hot Tub Category
Twitch has introduced over 350 new tags that streamers can use, as well as a new Chants feature and a dedicated category for Hot Tub streaming. Join Pete and Ben as they also discuss AVerMedia's Nexus launch, Twitter Verification, and much more!
EP34
YouTube Shorts $100M Fund, Twitch Local Subs Pricing, and Discord’s Rebrand
YouTube has announced a $100M fund that will be awarded to creators using the new Shorts feature, hoping to entice users away from competitor platforms like TikTok. Join Pete and Ben as we also discuss changes to some Twitch Partners' 70/30 sub splits, Discord's rebranding, and much more!
EP33
Discord for Playstation, Twitch New DMCA Controls, and Twitter’s Tip Jar
Sony has invested in Discord as they look to integrate the popular chat service into consoles. Join Pete and Ben LIVE as they also discuss the increase in Twitch Live DMCA strikes, Twitter's new Tip Jar feature, and much more!
EP32
Twitch Hot Tub Meta, Esports Certification, and YouTube’s Algorithm
Twitch recently hosted a "Let's Chat" where they responded to the recent controversy around the Hot Tub Meta. Join Pete and Ben LIVE as they also discuss the Esports Certification Institute, YouTube's Algorithm, and much more.
EP31
Twitch Removes Followers / Ludwig Breaks Sub Record / Keeping Up With a Growing Chat
Twitch has recently purged millions of bot accounts from its platform and has caused a large impact on some of the biggest channels. Join Pete and Ben as they also discuss Ludwig breaking subscription records, Rode providing an update to its NT-USB mic, upcoming Twitch events and more.
EP30
Why Is YouTube Live STRUGGLING While Twitch and Facebook Break Records?
Streamlabs and Stream Hatchet released their 2021 Q1 streaming report which has shown some changes in viewership that are raising questions. Join Pete and Ben as they also discuss Jimmy Fallon's stream highlights, Herman Miller signing streamers, creators becoming part owners in esports teams, NVIDIA Maxine and more.
EP29
Discord’s Newest Feature is a Near-Perfect Copy of Clubhouse
Discord has built a new feature called "Stage Channels" which allows creators to host live audio-only conversations where some people can talk and others can listen as the audience. Join Pete and Ben as they also discuss Dr. Disrespect's new book, Discord's transparency report, Jimmy Fallon's Twitch debut, Ludwig's continuing livestream and more.
EP28
Ludwig’s ABSURD Never Ending Stream Passes 400 Hours
Twitch has an inbuilt closed captions tool available to streamers which many didn't know about, until now. Join Pete and Ben as they also discuss the rise of the GTAV category, how follower-only mode hurts creators, Twitch hiring for a new department and more.
EP27
Twitch DMCA Roadmap, Benefits of Co-Streaming, and is Microsoft Buying Discord?
Twitch showcased some new tools for creators to manage potential DMCA claims as well as their own content to protect themselves but still falls short. Join Pete and Ben as they also discuss changes to YouTube's copyright process, the benefits of co-streaming live events, Microsoft possibly buying Discord and more.
EP26
What Does Twitch’s Brand Safety Score Mean for Streamers?
The discovery of the Brand Safety Score on Twitch has left some nervous about what this means for their earnings moving forwards. Join Pete and Ben as they also discuss Glimesh's launch post-mortem, Ludwig's never-ending stream, the new Twitch Atlas and more.
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