Hey, so a few hours ago, I posted about how I wasn't gonna charge you guys for anything this month because I didn't want to make it a habit of charging for early drafts of a video instead of the finished thing. The reason I could comfortably say that is because I was expecting money from a previous brand deal to finally arrive. Unfortunately, I was informed by my manager that the money still isn't gonna arrive, which means I don't have any money this month for rent, bills, food, etc.
So now I ...
2018-08-31 19:52:35 +0000 UTC
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Apologies for the audio quality. I panicked.
This isn't for anything NerdSync related, but I figured I'd share it with you nerds as an EXCLUSIVE! Ooooh! You know it's important because I put it in all caps!
2018-08-28 18:48:57 +0000 UTC
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Here's a sneak preview of a part of the next video! Before the iconic theme song we know today, the creative team behind X-Men: The Animated Series kicked around the idea of a narrated intro. Here's showrunner Eric Lewald's proposed script read by the always excellent Olly Thorn!
2018-08-27 04:04:34 +0000 UTC
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Hey, whoa, look out! Another poll is coming at you!
So, I keep forgetting that Patreon has a built-in way to do live streams, and I think it'd be fun to do a monthly Patreon-exclusive stream with you all! Probably not like 3-hours long, or anything like that, haha. But it would be a neat way to connect with you all and chill for a bit. Plus, since it's a live stream, it wouldn't require much effort for me to do each month. Just a block of time to go live. Shouldn't take away from working on ne...
2018-08-21 17:00:01 +0000 UTC
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but seriously, I'm very ill.
2018-08-18 15:00:02 +0000 UTC
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Hey, everyone! I've been slacking on the polls this month. Many of you know that I've been traveling AND sick, which is not a productive combo.
Anyway, as our videos have been getting longer and more elaborate, I've been wondering if you guys miss the shorter videos like Tie-Ins or other short-format vids. Occasionally, I'll have ideas for shorter videos that don't need 20 minutes to explain, but I don't know if something that only takes a few minutes to explain is worth doing. I'll let you de...
2018-08-14 21:10:16 +0000 UTC
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Here's the link to the monthly twitter shoutout where I mispronounce all your names yet again! Sorry it took so long to do this month. I got sick, but I didn't want to delay it any longer.
https://twitter.com/NerdSync/status/1028821509115195392
2018-08-13 01:59:12 +0000 UTC
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Took me longer than expected, but it's finally out! I'm really proud of this one. I think it's a ton of fun! If you like it, leave a comment and/or share it around! I'd appreciate it a lot!
Sorry for not posting so much. As we discussed last week, I already charged for this video, so I won't be charging again, obviously, haha. Thanks, gang!
Ever since Captain America debuted in Marvel Comics, scientists have been getting closer and closer to creating real-life super soldiers. With th...
2018-08-06 16:52:21 +0000 UTC
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I know I only made one video last month, but I appreciate the support regardless! Look forward to a new video in the next 1-2 days!
2018-08-01 22:48:40 +0000 UTC
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Since a large majority of you don't mind me charging early for this video, here's a preview of the first 3 minutes!
BUT, if you didn't want to be charged, you can message me and I think I can issue a refund. I've never done it before, but I think Patreon gives you that option. So, no harm done (hopefully).
2018-08-01 02:00:01 +0000 UTC
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Hey, real serious question for everyone. Be completely honest, would you mind me charging for the new Captain America video right now so I have some money to pay rent next month? I won't charge you when it actually comes out in 2-3 days, I'm just in a bit of a rough spot with the timing of this video. I'm waiting on some animations and a sponsor's approval.
If you have questions or concerns, let me know in the comments.
UPDATE: I believe I can issue refunds to anyone who...
2018-07-31 20:22:03 +0000 UTC
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So this poll is gonna be more about information gathering for us. I wanna know which platforms you follow NerdSync on, and which one use the most to learn about new uploads and updates?
Once we have a good idea of where you guys are, we can put more time and energy into those platforms! (But not too much that it distracts from new videos)
I'm also curious to see how many people use the bell notification on YouTube.
Which platform(s) do you use the MOST to keep up with n...
2018-07-30 17:00:01 +0000 UTC
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If you didn't know, we have a Twitch account where we (mostly Bryce) occasionally stream some gaming. I play games a bit, but mostly just quietly... alone... with two cats.
As a Content Creator™️ I am supposed to turn everything I do while I'm alive into C O N T E N T, so would you guys be interested in seeing us stream more games on a more regular basis?
It probably wouldn't be anything super-produced. It would simply be myself, Bryce, and Chris playing some games with each ot...
2018-07-23 17:00:01 +0000 UTC
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More polls! Hell yeah!
So, I know that something a lot of YouTubers with Patreon pages do is offer early access to videos a day or so before it goes public on YouTube. However, that's not really an option for me since I'm usually finishing videos late.
BUT
I can definitely export a rough cut of the video (no music, sound effects, and lots of missing visuals) for you patrons, if that's something you'd like to see.
I know some people only want to watch the video after it'...
2018-07-18 17:00:01 +0000 UTC
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The start is about how the Steve Ditko video is being shelved for now. Then I talk about some other video topics, and end by revealing a new way to support NerdSync!
2018-07-16 14:00:59 +0000 UTC
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Hey, you wonderful nerds! In case you didn't know, I've been working on a book with my friend Chris for a LOOOOOONG time now. It's a book version of our REAL Origins videos, going into the real-world history behind how iconic superheroes and villains were created!
If you follow NerdSync on twitter, you may have seen the exciting news that the first draft of the book has been submitted for review. What does this mean? Idk. There's still loads of work to do on the book. I just sent it in to see ...
2018-07-12 15:55:10 +0000 UTC
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I kinda miss doing Tales From the Comments, but I don't know if they fit on the main channel anymore. They don't get a lot of views, and that can negatively affect the channel overall.
So I was thinking about doing a regular live stream on the Sidekick channel after new videos are posted on the main channel. Answer questions, go over comments, hang out and talk. A more relaxed version of Tales.
Alternatively, we could make it like we have been, shorter and more edited so it's easier to w...
2018-07-09 17:00:00 +0000 UTC
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I'm gonna make this audio update available for all Patrons because I wanna give my thanks to you all! It's a long one, but I think the message from 13:30 - 19:30 is important to hear. It's just a big ole THANK YOU, but in maybe a too depressing way??
Idk, thanks for helping me do this YouTube thing. I appreciate it!
2018-07-08 17:00:02 +0000 UTC
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Last month, I posted a few polls here asking questions about your experience supporting NerdSync on Patreon. We talked about your current rewards, the Patreon Lens feature, and monthly recap emails, but the overwhelming theme I kept seeing in the comments was that doing additional stuff here on Patreon would be nice, but most of you just wanna see me make more videos on YouTube.
Gotta say, I wasn't expecting this reaction. In my head, I keep thinking that the videos alone aren't nearl...
2018-07-05 18:01:00 +0000 UTC
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Another month has gone by, and I want to say thanks for all the support! Even though I only posted one video last month, it was a monster video at over 20 minutes long. I couldn't have had the ability to devote so much time and effort to that video if it weren't for you wonderful nerds!
Here's hoping I post at least two videos this month, haha!
2018-07-03 23:00:01 +0000 UTC
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I have another idea for an Ant-Man video that I might do as well. Let me know if you'd be interested!
As I was rewatching Ant-Man to prepare my body for Ant-Man and the Wasp, I noticed a few similarities between Marvel's tiny hero and Lewis Carroll's classic book 'Alice's Adventures in Wonderland'. They both feature size-changing protagonists who fall down holes of curious discovery to new and interesting worlds: Alice in Wonderland, Hank Pym in the Marvel Comics, and Scott Lang in the MCU...
2018-07-03 20:50:32 +0000 UTC
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Another weekly poll for you Wonderful Nerds!
Some of you may recall that NerdSync used to have a newsletter called the Sunday Sync-Up where we sent out an email every other week recapping videos and podcasts that fans may have missed. Obviously we don't make nearly as many videos or podcasts these days, so the newsletter kind of fell to the wayside.
But since NerdSync has a wildly inconsistent posting schedule now, maybe it would be beneficial to revive the newsletter as a monthly recap ...
2018-06-25 15:00:01 +0000 UTC
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This video took so long to make. I hope you like it!
Pixar's The Incredibles pokes fun at comic book superhero tropes like capes, costumes, and, of course, how a supervillain will stop in his tracks to monologue at the hero for no discernible reason. Why do villains do this? Let's analyze the history and narrative function of the supervillain monologue throughout comics and movies to explain why Syndrome's speech towards Mr. Incredible is actually a brilliant creative tool!
2018-06-20 00:52:03 +0000 UTC
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Got another poll for you this week as we tweak how we can serve you Wonderful Patrons!
This is another simple one. Patreon has a feature called Lens which is basically like Snapchat or Instagram stories for creators that are only accessible to Patrons like you through the Patreon mobile app. I, frankly, don't upload stuff to it often, but I will gladly use it more if you nerds are interested in seeing daily behind-the-scenes photos and videos.
So, let me know: Should I be updatin...
2018-06-18 15:00:00 +0000 UTC
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Hey, gang! I'm headed to VidCon in Anaheim, CA next week, and I'd love to see you there!
If you're going to VidCon during the 21st - 23rd (or if you just so happen to be in the area), let me know in the comments here or on Discord so we can plan some kind of meet up that revolves around breakfast foods!
Why breakfast? Well, VidCon usually has events and parties all during the day and night, so the morning is probably the best time for all of us to get together. If we have a big enough gr...
2018-06-15 14:01:02 +0000 UTC
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Bam! Another poll! What a wild time!
This one is a big question with (hopefully) a simple answer.
We've been getting more and more new Patrons lately, which is awesome! Thank you so much! But I want to make sure that your generosity feels worthwhile. We have a few rewards for you on Patreon. Nothing crazy. Just some simple ways for us to say thank you!
Those of you who have been supporting NerdSync for a while know that I change the rewards around fairly regularly to keep them fres...
2018-06-11 15:01:00 +0000 UTC
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Hey, you Wonderful Nerds! Scott here.
I want to start posting more updates directly to Patreon in addition to our Discord server. I want to get you more involved and updated about new videos and projects we're working on, and get your feedback on things. The way I want to start this is by having more polls here on Patreon to learn what you guys want to see.
I'm thinking weekly polls, behind the scenes photos, maybe some simple digital exclusives for you guys, and even just an occasional ...
2018-06-08 15:00:01 +0000 UTC
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I know this is a really long one, but I hope you all listen to it! This audio update covers where your money goes when you support NerdSync.
If you have any questions or concerns or feedback of any kind, please let me know in the comments here or via a private message.
Thanks, nerds!
- Scott
2018-06-07 20:34:52 +0000 UTC
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Thank you for helping fund NerdSync for another month! I have a lot of fun videos coming up this month, and I hope you stick around to see them!
As always, if you have any feedback about our Patreon setup, please let me know either in the comments here or on our Discord server!
Thank you so much, you Wonderful Nerds!
2018-06-02 03:41:13 +0000 UTC
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Hey, gang! This is a little interview I did with the author of Chasing Captain America, E. Paul Zehr, PhD.
The book is about the science, engineering, and biotechnology in of building real-life super soldiers. It's super fun, and I plan on making a video about it someday, so I called him up to talk about it! I hope you enjoy my awkward interview "skills".
2018-05-30 17:00:59 +0000 UTC
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