Rally Caps Niles Jeran & Caleb Babcock
May 3, 2021
Niles Duran and Kayla Babcock share their journey from YouTube creators to podcast hosts, discussing their passion for running, 'Dad Strides', and the growth of their company Moment. They explore career transitions, meme stock investments, financial responsibilities, Patreon content creation, and behind-the-scenes podcast process. The hosts also talk about embracing time goals in running, personal growth through training, and share light-hearted banter on podcast editing and technical mishaps.
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Creative Freedom Built Authenticity
- Moment gave Niles and Caleb full creative control early and that freedom made the content feel authentic.
- Authentic, low-red-tape content attracted an audience and differentiated Moment from other brands.
Learning To Be On Camera
- Caleb taught Niles to point the camera at himself and talk comfortably on camera.
- Early awkward footage improved into a natural, engaging on-camera presence.
Low-Polish Content Wins Emotionally
- Crusty, low-production vlogs worked because the bar was lower and viewers connected with genuine fun.
- Higher production today raises expectations, but authentic style still resonates for some creators.