Cortex 85: Grey's Non-Linear Life
May 9, 2019
Grey reveals the emotional depth of his latest vlog, which presents a unique non-linear narrative. The duo shares their struggles with a two-year road trip film project, highlighting the technical and emotional challenges of editing extensive footage. They dive into the complexities of managing data in creative work and emphasize the importance of balancing freedom with structure in self-employment. With humorous anecdotes, they critique traditional weekend perceptions and explore how personal domains enhance online presence.
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Two-Year Vlog
- Grey's "American Simulator" vlog, a road trip video, took two years to complete due to technical issues.
- Massive data storage and file syncing problems caused significant delays and psychological setbacks.
Footage Swap Disaster
- Grey encountered a major setback in his road trip vlog project due to file syncing issues.
- A third of the footage in a rough cut was randomly swapped, causing him to abandon the project for months.
Storage Woes
- Grey's road trip vlog faced data storage limitations, forcing him to abandon footage.
- Half of the hard drives he purchased before the trip malfunctioned, exacerbating the storage issues.