There a number of new social and creator media services popping up as alternatives to X, Instagram, Reddit, and other US-based networks. The problem is that Bluesky, nostr, and all of the new networks are making the same mistake as the networks they are trying to replace. Join me as I dive into the one major mistake that every social media service is making and simple (and not so simple) ways they can fix it!

Twitch CEO Dan Clancy posted an open letter to the Twitch community. There's a lot of stuff there. In this episode I dive into

the letter and Twitch's plan to "open up monetization... to most streamers, from day one." What does it means for affiliates? Let's get

into it!

Open Letter from Twitch CEO Dan Clancy -

https://blog.twitch.tv/en/2025/02/27/what-s-next-in-2025-an-open-letter-from-twitch-ceo-dan-clancy/

66% of Twitch revenue comes from subs - https://www.threads.net/@zachbussey/post/DE22Az-ggfU?hl=en

New Twitch sponsorships - https://blog.twitch.tv/en/2025/02/25/expanding-your-sponsorship-opportunities-on-twitch/

In a world that glorifies hustle and non-stop productivity, rest is often overlooked—but it’s the key to sustainable success and

well-being. In this episode, we dive into the importance of rest, the hidden costs of burnout, and practical ways to incorporate real,

restorative breaks into your daily life. Whether you're struggling with sleep, overwhelmed by work, or just feeling drained, this episode

will help you reclaim rest as a vital part of your routine. Tune in and discover why slowing down might be the most powerful move you can

make!

"Open source maintainers are really feeling the squeeze" https://www.theregister.com/2025/02/16/open_source_maintainers_state_of_open/