When is the right time to go FULL TIME Streaming?

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Ever wondered what it takes to turn your passion for content creation into a full-time career? Join us as we navigate the labyrinth of financial instability and the often sky-high expectations faced by aspiring creators. We share the journeys of friends and renowned creators like Pastor Games and Caliente, shedding light on the multiple side hustles often required to keep the dream alive. We also muse about the importance of financial security before taking the plunge, and entertain ideas of alternative ventures—ever thought about opening a retro game shop?
Balancing professional workspaces with streaming setups? We've been there. Reflecting on how our day jobs funded our high-end streaming gear, we discuss how these tools now serve our professional needs. From emails to podcast recordings, our equipment has found a new purpose. As we shifted our podcast focus from exclusive content creation topics to broader subjects, many of our streaming peers have transitioned or moved on. This episode also explores the transient nature of relationships within the streaming community, and we wrap up with a heartfelt discussion on parenting, online friendships, and having "the talk" with the next generation. Tune in for personal anecdotes, contrasting cultural perspectives, and the evolution of relationships both online and offline.

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Josh aka Bearded_Nova
I'm from Australia and am what you would call a father who games. I have 5 kids so not as much time to game as I used to. But I still game and stream when I can. So come join me on Twitch in chat as we chill out.
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Josh aka Moorph
I'm a US-based husband and father of two boys. I work full-time and have been a content creator since 2000. I'm a YouTube partner, Twitch and LiveSpace streamer who founded a content creation coaching company called Elev8d Media Group (elev8d.media). I'm a blogger, streamer, podcaster, and video-er(?).
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1. When is the right time to go FULL TIME Streaming? (00:00:00)

2. Content Creation and Career Considerations (00:00:01)

3. Streaming Equipment and Evolving Relationships (00:09:35)

4. Parenting and Growing Up (00:15:54)