

Adam Faze
Founder of Gymnasium, a studio that develops short-form shows for TikTok and other vertical platforms; builds repeatable digital formats and scouts talent from the creator ecosystem.
Top 3 podcasts with Adam Faze
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Oct 30, 2025 • 1h 1min
Adam Faze: How TikTok Reinvented the TV Pilot
Adam Faze, founder of Gymnasium and visionary behind TikTok's first true studio, dives into the future of short-form entertainment. He discusses creating shows that cost less than dinner yet reach millions, reimagining how a 90-second TikTok can evolve into a series. Adam shares insights on audience-driven content, how TikTok surpasses traditional platforms, and the rapid rise and fall of fame in the digital age. He also explores the balance of quality and authenticity, alongside the innovative monetization strategies breathing new life into entertainment.

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Oct 6, 2024 • 48min
First Time Founders with Ed Elson – This Founder Makes Viral TV Shows For TikTok
Adam Faze, co-founder of Gymnasium, dives into the revolutionary world of TikTok as a TV platform. He shares insights on monetizing viral content and the shift from traditional media to quick, engaging storytelling. The conversation turns to how unscripted content resonates with modern audiences and the cultural impact of creators driving political change through social media. Faze also discusses the future of Hollywood amid technological disruptions, highlighting the challenges and opportunities for content creators in this evolving landscape.

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Jan 22, 2025 • 36min
How TikTok (still) works
In this discussion, Adam Faze, Co-founder and CEO of Gymnasium, shares insights on navigating TikTok's unpredictable landscape. He explains how his studio creates engaging shows like 'Boy Room' and 'Keep the Meter Running', while managing brand partnerships. Adam highlights TikTok's unique algorithm that differs from platforms like Instagram, emphasizing monetization strategies in the evolving digital content scene. He also addresses the cultural impact of TikTok amid looming bans and its potential future in the U.S.


