In this episode, Nate & Julia are joined by our full-time editor Cody. They discuss several different roadblocks commonly faced by creators in getting from idea to published video.
01:27 Current Improvements
03:20 Ideation
10:17 Title & Thumbnail
15:14 Production & Storytelling
16:24 Feasibility & Resources
19:15 Scripting & Outlining
23:44 Recording Energy
32:56 Editing
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