The Create Unknown

Thanks to MAINGEAR for speeding up everything for us. Check out the VYBE line that’s making up the core of Matt’s new studio -- and use code CREATE for a free additional year of warranty on desktops: https://maingear.com/ref/656/Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecreateunknownIn a world of video game negativity, Johnny Millenium from HappyConsoleGamer shines above the rest. This week, he’s re-entering The Create Unknown for his THIRD appearance to talk games with Kevin, and just be an all-around good time.We kick off the episode with some discussion on the monolith that is the Final Fantasy franchise, and the ups and downs it’s had over the years. Kevin and Johnny share some of their favorites (as well as some low points), and get into JRPGs at large.Then Kevin talks about his recent forays into Playstation 1 remasters, and his hopes for the future of that style. We also talk about the sheer number of SNES-style RPGs out there today, and just why there are so many of them.We also dive into the world of the COLLECTOR’S EDITION, and how they just aren’t what they used to be anymore. We talk about the saturation of these special editions of games, Kevin and Johnny’s impressive collections, and the absolutely staggering price of things like that today.We round the episode out by looking to the future, specifically for Nintendo. We talk about the surprising decision they made to release Breath of the Wild 2 on the current Switch, as well as some speculation into what the next hit Nintendo console may look like.Thanks to everyone who tuned in live this week, and to all of our patrons who make this show happen. We’ll see you all again next week!You love anime. You love tea. Get 10% off your order with code CREATE at The Dragon's Treasure: https://www.thedragonstreasure.com/Buy our T-shirts: https://www.thecreateunknown.com/store/Join our Discord to talk with artists, creators, and fans of the finer things in online life: http://discord.gg/tcuApple: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownAppleSpotify: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownSpotifyGoogle Podcasts: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownGooglePodcastsCREDITS: Hosts: Kevin Lieber and Matt Tabor Produced and Edited by Ben Webster → https://twitter.com/benwebsterTCU "Created in the Unknown" theme by Basswaite: https://linktr.ee/Basswaite  Theme by Mega Drive → http://megadrivemusic.com  Opening Animation: Kidmograph City Animation: Eric Langlay "The Create Unknown" is produced by Unknown Media. CONNECT WITH US: » Chat with us on DISCORD: https://discord.gg/qAQV3Jw  » Follow us on TWITTER: http://twitter.com/createunknown  » Follow us on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/thecreateunknown  » Follow us on FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/thecreateunknown  » View our website: https://thecreateunknown.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to MAINGEAR for speeding up everything for us. Check out the VYBE line that’s making up the core of Matt’s new studio -- and use code CREATE for a free additional year of warranty on desktops: https://maingear.com/ref/656/Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecreateunknownThe art of film has undergone many changes over its relatively short history, and it seems that’s true now more than ever. In an age of superhero blockbusters, subpar comedy, and more streaming services than you can count, you might think that art form is getting lost somewhere along the way. Our guest this week disproves that fact, and for years now his dedication to both the craft and YouTube alike have given him a perspective that few others have. This week, The Kino Corner returns to The Create Unknown to bestow some of that knowledge onto all of us.We kick things off by discussing the meteoric rise Kino has seen on his channel lately, and how one video popping off really can do wonders for an entire channel. He also dives into the process behind his “Literally Me” series, and the deceptively simple premise that drives the genre of films he covers.Then we get into a little social media talk, and about its influence on the world of cinema. Kevin talks about the shared experience platforms like Spotify can provide and the lost art of the Blockbuster “staff pick,” and Kino highlights the true importance that going to the cinema really has.There’s an idea out there these days that old film = bad film, and Kino detests it. He discusses his recent tweet encouraging people to watch the films of yesteryear, the recent shift in comedic boundaries, and the difference between bad films of the past as compared to bad films of today.The past ten years of film has generally been pretty bleak, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t a light at the end of the tunnel. Kevin and Kino sing the praises of the recent “Banshees of Inisherin,” and we highlight the return to form being seen even in recent blockbuster films like “Top Gun: Maverick.” We finish the episode with some questions from our patrons who want to know more about Kino’s analysis of Banshees, the process for becoming a script doctor, and general advice about breaking into the world of cinema.Thanks to everyone who joined us live this week, and a special shout out to our patrons who make this show happen. We’ll see you all next week for the return of HappyConsoleGamer!You love anime. You love tea. Get 10% off your order with code CREATE at The Dragon's Treasure: https://www.thedragonstreasure.com/Buy our T-shirts: https://www.thecreateunknown.com/store/Join our Discord to talk with artists, creators, and fans of the finer things in online life: http://discord.gg/tcuApple: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownAppleSpotify: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownSpotifyGoogle Podcasts: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownGooglePodcastsCREDITS: Hosts: Kevin Lieber and Matt Tabor Produced and Edited by Ben Webster → https://twitter.com/benwebsterTCU "Created in the Unknown" theme by Basswaite: https://linktr.ee/Basswaite  Theme by Mega Drive → http://megadrivemusic.com  Opening Animation: Kidmograph City Animation: Eric Langlay "The Create Unknown" is produced by Unknown Media. CONNECT WITH US: » Chat with us on DISCORD: https://discord.gg/qAQV3Jw  » Follow us on TWITTER: http://twitter.com/createunknown  » Follow us on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/thecreateunknown  » Follow us on FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/thecreateunknown  » View our website: https://thecreateunknown.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to MAINGEAR for speeding up everything for us. Check out the VYBE line that’s making up the core of Matt’s new studio -- and use code CREATE for a free additional year of warranty on desktops: https://maingear.com/ref/656/Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecreateunknownBack in 2014, a pretty intense showdown hit the news cycle when a cattle ranching family faced off against the US Government in the arid deserts of Nevada. If you think you know about the famous Bundy Standoff, odds are pretty good that you don’t know the half of it. Our guest this week just recently returned from his documentarian journey to the Bundy ranch, and is right on the precipice of releasing a video to illuminate the story. This week, Oki’s Weird Stories returns to The Create Unknown to tell us all about it.We start off by asking how this entire trip came together in the first place. Oki tells us about his new method of in-person interviews for his videos, landing one such interview for an already skeptical Bundy family, and the surprising reception he was met with.Oki also gives us a comprehensive overview of the story itself, and there are quite a few more moving parts than you’d think. How do desert tortoises, cattle grazing, and the Homesteading Act all lead to an intense, western-style standoff and the occupation of a wildlife refuge? Listen in to find out.Then we try to get into the minds of all the key players. Do the Bundys regret what they’ve done? Did the government handle the situation properly? Why did it come to any of this in the first place? Oki sheds some light on those motivations, and Matt gives us some crucial historical context to understanding it all.After that, Oki catches us up to the current day. He tells us what happened to the Bundys after the situation blew over, where they are now, and what things might look like in the future. He also gives us a sneak peek into the timeline on his documentary of it all, which is sure to be nothing like any of us have seen before. We wrap things up on a different note, shifting to another great discussion about HEALTH. Much like TheGamerFromMars, Oki has also been on a fitness journey of his own recently. He updates us on that, his methods for getting in shape, and how it has improved day to day life overall.A big thank you to everyone who joined us live this week, and a special thank you to our patrons who make this show happen. We’ll see you all next week for another Matt & Kevin SOLO EPISODE!You love anime. You love tea. Get 10% off your order with code CREATE at The Dragon's Treasure: https://www.thedragonstreasure.com/Buy our T-shirts: https://www.thecreateunknown.com/store/Join our Discord to talk with artists, creators, and fans of the finer things in online life: http://discord.gg/tcuApple: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownAppleSpotify: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownSpotifyGoogle Podcasts: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownGooglePodcastsCREDITS: Hosts: Kevin Lieber and Matt Tabor Produced and Edited by Ben Webster → https://twitter.com/benwebsterTCU "Created in the Unknown" theme by Basswaite: https://linktr.ee/Basswaite  Theme by Mega Drive → http://megadrivemusic.com  Opening Animation: Kidmograph City Animation: Eric Langlay "The Create Unknown" is produced by Unknown Media. CONNECT WITH US: » Chat with us on DISCORD: https://discord.gg/qAQV3Jw  » Follow us on TWITTER: http://twitter.com/createunknown  » Follow us on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/thecreateunknown  » Follow us on FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/thecreateunknown  » View our website: https://thecreateunknown.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to MAINGEAR for speeding up everything for us. Check out the VYBE line that’s making up the core of Matt’s new studio -- and use code CREATE for a free additional year of warranty on desktops: https://maingear.com/ref/656/Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecreateunknownWe talk a lot on this show about how important it is to GET HELP. Whether you’re working on a creative project, washing dishes at a restaurant, or moving stones and cutting brush in your backyard, someone lending a hand can be crucial. We don’t really talk about HOW to get that help though, so this week we decided to devote an entire episode to just that.Matt kicks off the episode by telling us about the Franklin Effect, and how asking people for help can actually make them like you more. It can be easy to think that you’re bothering someone by asking for their time, but the reality of the situation might just surprise you.Yes, it’s important to ask people for help. But it’s just as important to ask people for help the right way. We talk about the best way to go about reaching out to someone, and how best to value your time as well as theirs.This isn’t a foolproof system, though, and sometimes you just reach out to the wrong person. Kevin tells us a story of one of the few YouTubers on his very short list of creators he dislikes. Matt highlights the importance of dealing with rejection, and we connect it all to everyone’s favorite softcore adult film actor turned boxing movie legend, Sylvester Stallone.Thanks to everyone who tuned in live this week, and especially to our patrons who make this show happen each and every week. We’ve been really enjoying these guestless episodes, and we couldn’t do it without your support.We’ll see you all next week for another episode with Oki’s Weird Stories!You love anime. You love tea. Get 10% off your order with code CREATE at The Dragon's Treasure: https://www.thedragonstreasure.com/Buy our T-shirts: https://www.thecreateunknown.com/store/Join our Discord to talk with artists, creators, and fans of the finer things in online life: http://discord.gg/tcuApple: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownAppleSpotify: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownSpotifyGoogle Podcasts: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownGooglePodcastsCREDITS: Hosts: Kevin Lieber and Matt Tabor Produced and Edited by Ben Webster → https://twitter.com/benwebsterTCU "Created in the Unknown" theme by Basswaite: https://linktr.ee/Basswaite  Theme by Mega Drive → http://megadrivemusic.com  Opening Animation: Kidmograph City Animation: Eric Langlay "The Create Unknown" is produced by Unknown Media. CONNECT WITH US: » Chat with us on DISCORD: https://discord.gg/qAQV3Jw  » Follow us on TWITTER: http://twitter.com/createunknown  » Follow us on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/thecreateunknown  » Follow us on FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/thecreateunknown  » View our website: https://thecreateunknown.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to MAINGEAR for speeding up everything for us. Check out the VYBE line that’s making up the core of Matt’s new studio -- and use code CREATE for a free additional year of warranty on desktops: https://maingear.com/ref/656/Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecreateunknownIn November of 2009, Art (aka TheGamerFromMars) uploaded his very first video, a scathing review of the Atari 2600 game “Aqua Adventures.” Now, thirteen years and 275 million views later, Art creates some of the most gripping documentarian-style content on the platform. His transformation, both in his content and his physique, is unlike anything else on YouTube today, and now he’s entering The Create Unknown to tell us all about it.As the master of YouTube thumbnail clickbait, Art has crafted some truly titillating titles for his videos. So, naturally, we want to know what we would use to clickbait Art himself. We also dive into his storied history of shadowbans, and how hard the adpocalypse really hit him.We dive a little deeper into that rabbit hole to find what kinds of things are causing demonetization to happen, and Art gives us some solid actionable advice to get around these issues. We also talk a little about twitter, and just how crucial it can be for creators to have a following on the platform.Aside from being a successful creator, Art also runs “NanoZebra” – a company with the sole mission of getting sponsored messages for creators. He tells us about his inspiration for starting the company, some of his day to day operations, and if you can believe it, Matt connects it all to obscure WWII cargo cults.Then we address the big one – Art’s gigantic muscles. He talks about his long journey toward changing his lifestyle, and how cyberbullying actually made him healthier. We also launch into a substantial Planet Fitness rant, and how the company actually LOSES money on Art. We round things out with some discussion on Art’s incredible documentary series on TCU alumnus Chris Chan, the modern paradox of loneliness, and the allure of the dysfunctional.Thank you to everyone who joined live this week, and thanks especially to our patrons. You make each and every episode of this show possible.We’ll see you all next week for another Matt and Kevin solo episode!You love anime. You love tea. Get 10% off your order with code CREATE at The Dragon's Treasure: https://www.thedragonstreasure.com/Buy our T-shirts: https://www.thecreateunknown.com/store/Join our Discord to talk with artists, creators, and fans of the finer things in online life: http://discord.gg/tcuApple: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownAppleSpotify: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownSpotifyGoogle Podcasts: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownGooglePodcastsCREDITS: Hosts: Kevin Lieber and Matt Tabor Produced and Edited by Ben Webster → https://twitter.com/benwebsterTCU "Created in the Unknown" theme by Basswaite: https://linktr.ee/Basswaite  Theme by Mega Drive → http://megadrivemusic.com  Opening Animation: Kidmograph City Animation: Eric Langlay "The Create Unknown" is produced by Unknown Media. CONNECT WITH US: » Chat with us on DISCORD: https://discord.gg/qAQV3Jw  » Follow us on TWITTER: http://twitter.com/createunknown  » Follow us on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/thecreateunknown  » Follow us on FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/thecreateunknown  » View our website: https://thecreateunknown.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to MAINGEAR for speeding up everything for us. Check out the VYBE line that’s making up the core of Matt’s new studio -- and use code CREATE for a free additional year of warranty on desktops: https://maingear.com/ref/656/Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecreateunknownIn the world of creatives, a balance of overflowing creativity and intense business acumen are a rarity. James Rallison (better known as TheOdd1sOut) is one of those rare people. His simple, yet iconic, marshmallow character design has catapulted him to YouTube stardom, and since then he’s launched many successful projects, including his hit Netflix animated series “Oddballs,” the first two seasons of which are streaming now. This week, he’s entering The Create Unknown to impart his animator’s wisdom onto all of us.To start things off, we dive into James’ recent foray into the world of GAMBLING. He tells us his foolproof roulette strategy that wound up winning him 200 Australian dollars, but as it turns out, it really isn’t as easy to hoodwink the house as it may seem.Then Kevin and James reminisce about last year’s VidCon, and their brief but memorable meetup at the event. James has been a featured creator at the convention for over half a decade now, and he tells us about all the changes and surprises that he’s seen over the years.James also marks a TCU milestone for us as our first ever guest with their very own Netflix show. He lets us in on the process of making “Oddballs,” and we also get a look at the astonishing team he’s put together to keep making his YouTube content.James has found massive success in nearly every market he’s touched, but we’re curious to get a peak behind the scenes at his professional life. Matt asks if James has had any projects go sour, and Kevin wants to know exactly how he juggles all these projects to stay on top.For fans of James’ content – don’t worry. We spend the latter half of the episode talking about many Odd1sOut staples, from James’ infamous time working in the fast food industry, to the recent killing of the anthropomorphic M&Ms, and even an exclusive update into his furry journey.We finish out the episode with some questions from our patrons who want to know about James’ future furry plans, comic/animation advice, face reveals, and much much more.Thank you to everyone who tuned in live this week, and a big shout out to all of our supportive patrons. We’ll see you all next week for an extraterrestrial episode with TheGamerFromMars! We’ll see you then.You love anime. You love tea. Get 10% off your order with code CREATE at The Dragon's Treasure: https://www.thedragonstreasure.com/Buy our T-shirts: https://www.thecreateunknown.com/store/Join our Discord to talk with artists, creators, and fans of the finer things in online life: http://discord.gg/tcuApple: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownAppleSpotify: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownSpotifyGoogle Podcasts: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownGooglePodcastsCREDITS: Hosts: Kevin Lieber and Matt Tabor Produced and Edited by Ben Webster → https://twitter.com/benwebsterTCU "Created in the Unknown" theme by Basswaite: https://linktr.ee/Basswaite  Theme by Mega Drive → http://megadrivemusic.com  Opening Animation: Kidmograph City Animation: Eric Langlay "The Create Unknown" is produced by Unknown Media. CONNECT WITH US: » Chat with us on DISCORD: https://discord.gg/qAQV3Jw  » Follow us on TWITTER: http://twitter.com/createunknown  » Follow us on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/thecreateunknown  » Follow us on FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/thecreateunknown  » View our website: https://thecreateunknown.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to MAINGEAR for speeding up everything for us. Check out the VYBE line that’s making up the core of Matt’s new studio -- and use code CREATE for a free additional year of warranty on desktops: https://maingear.com/ref/656/Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecreateunknownAfter a long four-year hiatus, the hit Vsauce2 series “Mind Blow” is BACK, and it’s all thanks to viewers and listeners such as yourself. It’s easy to get wrapped up in all the great things creators do, but we spend some time this episode discussing just how vitally important and influential the audience is. We kick things off by extending a huge thank you to all the Patreon supporters who helped bring Mind Blow back – it really could not have happened without you. Contrary to popular belief, Kevin actually isn’t a rich, extravagant YouTuber like his subscriber count may make you think. We talk about the misconceptions people have about the financial side of being a creator, and how so many of the revenue streams in online entertainment have changed over the years.It’s been a pretty big undertaking to bring Mind Blow back, and Kevin wanted to make sure he did it right. He talks a little bit about the team he brought on to make the project better than ever, and the absolutely crucial role that the patrons play. Oh, and Kevin talks about his primal rage for “smashing that like button.”We finish out the episode by talking about the state of titles on YouTube today, and the strangely regressive turn they’ve taken. Kevin likens it to a 2013 Buzzfeed article, while Matt actually thinks there’s more to it than you might believe.Thanks to everyone who joined us for the live show, thank you to all our wonderful patrons, and a special shout out this week to all of the new patrons of Mind Blow. None of this could happen without you.We’ll see you all next week for an exciting episode with TheOdd1sOut!You love anime. You love tea. Get 10% off your order with code CREATE at The Dragon's Treasure: https://www.thedragonstreasure.com/Buy our T-shirts: https://www.thecreateunknown.com/store/Join our Discord to talk with artists, creators, and fans of the finer things in online life: http://discord.gg/tcuApple: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownAppleSpotify: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownSpotifyGoogle Podcasts: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownGooglePodcastsCREDITS: Hosts: Kevin Lieber and Matt Tabor Produced and Edited by Ben Webster → https://twitter.com/benwebsterTCU "Created in the Unknown" theme by Basswaite: https://linktr.ee/Basswaite  Theme by Mega Drive → http://megadrivemusic.com  Opening Animation: Kidmograph City Animation: Eric Langlay "The Create Unknown" is produced by Unknown Media. CONNECT WITH US: » Chat with us on DISCORD: https://discord.gg/qAQV3Jw  » Follow us on TWITTER: http://twitter.com/createunknown  » Follow us on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/thecreateunknown  » Follow us on FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/thecreateunknown  » View our website: https://thecreateunknown.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to MAINGEAR for speeding up everything for us. Check out the VYBE line that’s making up the core of Matt’s new studio -- and use code CREATE for a free additional year of warranty on desktops: https://maingear.com/ref/656/Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecreateunknownMaking true crime content can be a tough line to walk. When you’re dealing with tantalizingly grim yet harrowingly true stories, it can be difficult to convey those tales in a way that is both tactful and entertaining at the same time. Luckily, Mike from That Chapter has mastered that, and his gifted approach to storytelling has helped him reach an audience of millions for over half a decade now.With such a vast knowledge of cases under his belt, Mike knows plenty of stories of people who murder and get caught. We flip that on its head, though, and ask him how he’d get away with it. Matt also tells us the great lengths he would go to to protect his prized cat.A lot of these murder cases aren’t exactly black and white, and sometimes there’s a moral gray area that can get a little confusing. We ask Mike about that gray area, and whether or not he’s ever felt sympathy for the perpetrators. We talk about the old “nurture vs. nature” debate, and get into all the dumb things people have done to get caught.Over the years, it’s been increasingly difficult to get sensitive content monetized on YouTube, and true crime has been no exception to that rule. Mike tells us how he’s been able to keep himself afloat through all those tribulations, and what methods work to keep his content on the map.We also get an exclusive look at the process of making a That Chapter video, and how Mike has created such a captivating energy for his content. He tells us about the importance of fan interaction when it comes to selecting a good story, and how his casual approach to storytelling has truly set him apart from the rest.Kevin also gets to add another case to his collection that proves his theory that YouTubers always have some sort of musical background. Mike tells us some stories from his glory days of playing in bands, his ironic aversion to traditional Irish music, and his contrarian love for U2.We finish things off with some questions from our patrons who want to know about any stand out cases that Mike has come across, the negative side effects of true crime, and so much more.Thanks to everyone who joined the live show this week, and a special shout out to our patrons. You really do make this show happen. We’ll see you all next week for a special Matt and Kevin SOLO EPISODE.You love anime. You love tea. Get 10% off your order with code CREATE at The Dragon's Treasure: https://www.thedragonstreasure.com/Buy our T-shirts: https://www.thecreateunknown.com/store/Join our Discord to talk with artists, creators, and fans of the finer things in online life: http://discord.gg/tcuApple: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownAppleSpotify: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownSpotifyGoogle Podcasts: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownGooglePodcastsCREDITS: Hosts: Kevin Lieber and Matt Tabor Produced and Edited by Ben Webster → https://twitter.com/benwebsterTCU "Created in the Unknown" theme by Basswaite: https://linktr.ee/Basswaite  Theme by Mega Drive → http://megadrivemusic.com  Opening Animation: Kidmograph City Animation: Eric Langlay "The Create Unknown" is produced by Unknown Media. CONNECT WITH US: » Chat with us on DISCORD: https://discord.gg/qAQV3Jw  » Follow us on TWITTER: http://twitter.com/createunknown  » Follow us on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/thecreateunknown  » Follow us on FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/thecreateunknown  » View our website: https://thecreateunknown.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to MAINGEAR for speeding up everything for us. Check out the VYBE line that’s making up the core of Matt’s new studio -- and use code CREATE for a free additional year of warranty on desktops: https://maingear.com/ref/656/Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecreateunknownIf internet memes are fine wine, then Charles “The Masked Bastard” Khan is the world’s best sommelier. His careful curation of content has amassed him an audience of thousands across multiple platforms, and for good reason. Maintaining a meme empire isn’t easy though, and nobody understands that better than Charles.But, how does one become a “meme bastard” like Charles? Turns out the answer isn’t as simple as you might think, and it involves a healthy amount of professional wrestling with a side of deplatforming. Charles also drops some hard knowledge on the value of just simply getting things done.Then we talk a little bit about the power of simplicity – a good idea doesn’t necessarily mean a complicated one. When you start making something short that accomplishes something simple, it’s pretty easy to build that content up over time, and Charles has some great advice on how to make that happen.Charles also opens our minds to something that often goes overlooked online: curiosity. If you want to be a content creator, and you’ve got something you’re interested in, there might be more doors open to you than you think. You don’t necessarily have to be a “YouTube person” to be on YouTube.It’s rare to find someone in internet media who is regularly and consistently ahead of the game. Charles is one of those people. We talk a bit about healthy obsession and how that extends into good work habits, as well as the difference between being happy and being satisfied.We close out the episode with two of our heaviest hitting and longest standing TCU questions, and Charles answers in kind. We finally get a return of the FURSONA question, and Charles gives us his fresh take on what makes an interesting person.Thank you to everyone who tuned into this week, and thanks especially to our wonderful patrons. We couldn’t do it without you. We’ll see you all next week for an episode with THAT CHAPTER!You love anime. You love tea. Get 10% off your order with code CREATE at The Dragon's Treasure: https://www.thedragonstreasure.com/Buy our T-shirts: https://www.thecreateunknown.com/store/Join our Discord to talk with artists, creators, and fans of the finer things in online life: http://discord.gg/tcuApple: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownAppleSpotify: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownSpotifyGoogle Podcasts: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownGooglePodcastsCREDITS: Hosts: Kevin Lieber and Matt Tabor Produced and Edited by Ben Webster → https://twitter.com/benwebsterTCU "Created in the Unknown" theme by Basswaite: https://linktr.ee/Basswaite  Theme by Mega Drive → http://megadrivemusic.com  Opening Animation: Kidmograph City Animation: Eric Langlay "The Create Unknown" is produced by Unknown Media. CONNECT WITH US: » Chat with us on DISCORD: https://discord.gg/qAQV3Jw  » Follow us on TWITTER: http://twitter.com/createunknown  » Follow us on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/thecreateunknown  » Follow us on FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/thecreateunknown  » View our website: https://thecreateunknown.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to MAINGEAR for speeding up everything for us. Check out the VYBE line that’s making up the core of Matt’s new studio -- and use code CREATE for a free additional year of warranty on desktops: https://maingear.com/ref/656/Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecreateunknownIt takes a special kind of mind to be able to look into the past and figure out what *could* have happened, rather than what actually did. A year ago we shared a romantic Valentine’s date with Cody from Alternate History Hub who does exactly that, and this week he’s entering The Create Unknown once again to put those speculative skills to the test.We begin by traveling back in time, but not as far back as you might think. The last few months have been a bit of a whirlwind for Cody – not only did he become a father, but he’s also been fiercely battling the elements in Texas as they wreak havoc on his home. Despite all that, he’s still been able to stay relatively on track, and he lets us in on just how he does it.Cody also tells us about his most recent trip to the cinema to see the critically acclaimed “Puss In Boots: The Last Wish,” and how a quick meme he made about the film sparked a whole Twitter saga like he’d never seen before. We dive into the power a joke like that can have, and the insane levels of community that pop up on platforms like this.We take that idea and put it into the context of the online history community, which Cody knows all too well. We talk about the near-factionalism that appears on both sides of the aisle, their unique meme cultures, and how that has evolved over the years. We take that in a pretty philosophical route, and Matt tells the best joke he might ever make.This episode, we decided to tackle a pretty big topic: SAVING HUMANITY. In a world that is getting more segmented every day, things can start to look pretty grim. But luckily, Cody has some ideas to fix it. Things like broken personal lives and internet attachment are growing concerns in the modern age, but Cody’s got a pretty positive outlook on it all.We cap things off with an interesting question from one of our patrons, who wants to know what Cody would collectively gaslight us all about if he had the opportunity to create a Mandela Effect of his own. Then he drops some wisdom on us about what he thinks makes an interesting person, as well as some great advice about making content of your own.Thanks to everyone who joined us live this week, and a special thank you to our patrons who make this show happen. You guys are the best.We’ll be back next week for a very special VALENTINE’S EPISODE! We’ll see you then.You love anime. You love tea. Get 10% off your order with code CREATE at The Dragon's Treasure: https://www.thedragonstreasure.com/Buy our T-shirts: https://www.thecreateunknown.com/store/Join our Discord to talk with artists, creators, and fans of the finer things in online life: http://discord.gg/tcuApple: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownAppleSpotify: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownSpotifyGoogle Podcasts: http://bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownGooglePodcastsCREDITS: Hosts: Kevin Lieber and Matt Tabor Produced and Edited by Ben Webster → https://twitter.com/benwebsterTCU "Created in the Unknown" theme by Basswaite: https://linktr.ee/Basswaite  Theme by Mega Drive → http://megadrivemusic.com  Opening Animation: Kidmograph City Animation: Eric Langlay "The Create Unknown" is produced by Unknown Media. CONNECT WITH US: » Chat with us on DISCORD: https://discord.gg/qAQV3Jw  » Follow us on TWITTER: http://twitter.com/createunknown  » Follow us on INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/thecreateunknown  » Follow us on FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/thecreateunknown  » View our website: https://thecreateunknown.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices