In this episode, we share a couple of stories from our lives that prompt a discussion about the broader implications of curation and the art of curating.

This lasts for all of 3 minutes before we find ourselves caught up in a long-winded discussion about editing and the intricacies that go along with it. We delve into the art of editing, the importance of reflection, and the roles of editors and gatekeepers.

Throughout the discussion, we emphasize the importance of editing in refining creative work, from photographs to writing to to-do lists, and the roles of internal and external editors in the process. We clearly didn't take our own advice with this one, but we hope that you're able to find something of value in our ramblings. -Ai

If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a rating and/or a review. We read and appreciate all of them. Thanks for listening, and we'll see you in the next episode.

Links To Everything:

Video Version of The Podcast: https://geni.us/StudioSessionsYT

Matt’s YouTube Channel: https://geni.us/MatthewOBrienYT

Matt’s 2nd Channel: https://geni.us/PhotoVideosYT

Alex’s YouTube Channel: https://geni.us/AlexCarterYT

Matt’s Instagram: https://geni.us/MatthewIG

Alex’s Instagram: https://geni.us/AlexIG

Our latest episode explores the differences between podcasts and YouTube videos, focusing on content ownership, artistic integrity, and creating authentic work that resonates with the audience.

As we've embraced online media, the absence of traditional gatekeepers has sparked a debate about whether the democratization of creativity enhances or dilutes the artistic landscape. We share our experiences, discussing the balance between feedback, self-assessment, and authenticity in a content-saturated world.

Join us as we navigate the technical and artistic aspects of creation, confront creative blockages, and strive to balance art and life's practical demands. We reflect on the tension between art and commerce, questioning whether our current climate prioritizes transactions over genuine artistry. -Ai

If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a rating and/or a review. We read and appreciate all of them. Thanks for listening, and we'll see you in the next episode.

Links To Everything:

Video Version of The Podcast: https://geni.us/StudioSessionsYT

Matt’s YouTube Channel: https://geni.us/MatthewOBrienYT

Matt’s 2nd Channel: https://geni.us/PhotoVideosYT

Alex’s YouTube Channel: https://geni.us/AlexCarterYT

Matt’s Instagram: https://geni.us/MatthewIG

Alex’s Instagram: https://geni.us/AlexIG

Join us as we discuss staying true to your creative roots while figuring out how or better if it's worth it to "play the game" on algorithmically driven platforms.

We're also taking a hard look at our own podcast, asking if what we're making lines up with what we believe in. We're sharing stories that show the difference between how things look from the outside vs what's really happening, and thinking over the stuff that goes into making content that resonates with people.

This episode is an open invite to join the conversation about finding the right balance between what you believe, what people expect, and the real influence of your audience. -Ai

If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a rating and/or a review. We read and appreciate all of them. Thanks for listening, and we'll see you in the next episode.

Links To Everything:

Video Version of The Podcast: https://geni.us/StudioSessionsYT

Matt’s YouTube Channel: https://geni.us/MatthewOBrienYT

Matt’s 2nd Channel: https://geni.us/PhotoVideosYT

Alex’s YouTube Channel: https://geni.us/AlexCarterYT

Matt’s Instagram: https://geni.us/MatthewIG

Alex’s Instagram: https://geni.us/AlexIG