WOW Happens

How to scale your video production? Hire this first.

Stefanie Hetjens — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:02:56 GMT

Stefanie and Victor explain why each episode of WOW Happens takes 40 hours to produce. They compare hiring an editor vs. a producer to help creators scale without losing their expertise.

Episode Chapters

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00:00 Intro
00:39 Why episodes take 40 hours
07:10 Breaking down the production steps
11:30 How to scale when you lack time
16:28 AI editing tools and their limits
18:25 The risk of hiring a researcher
19:37 Outro

About WOW Happens

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You know video matters for your business, but the space moves fast and it’s hard to tell what’s worth your time. The WOW Happens Show is a weekly podcast about video, marketing, and the technology behind both. We talk about it from the perspective of people who do this work every day, so you can make better decisions about your own.

We’re Stefanie and Victor. We produce video for a living, we’ve been friends for years, and we genuinely enjoy picking apart how all of this works. Some weeks we agree, some weeks we don’t. Tune in to get smarter about video. Stay for the fun. (Legally, we can’t promise fun, but we’ll try.)

Watch and listen wherever you enjoy your podcasts: https://pod.link/1838136316

Stop Trying to Say So Much, You're Losing Views

Victor Künzig — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:02:04 GMT

In today’s episode, we talk about why saying too much in your videos is costing you views and how to stay focused on one idea per video. We share how topic creep hurt our earlier episodes, why preparation and briefing documents are essential, and practical steps to keep your content on track.

Episode Chapters

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00:00 Intro

00:42 Today’s Topic: Stop Saying So Much

04:18 Topic Creep Explained

10:09 One Idea Per Video

17:00 Have We Figured It Out?

25:04 Advice for Creators

26:28 Outro

About WOW Happens

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This is WOW Happens! A weekly podcast by Steffi and Victor, 2 friends who love to discuss video productions, the marketing behind them, and how technology changes it daily.

Tune in to get a peek behind the curtains, but stay for the fun! (Legally speaking, we can’t promise fun, but we’ll try 🤞).

Find out all there is right here: https://www.wowhappens.fm

or watch and listen wherever you enjoy your podcasts: https://pod.link/1838136316

The Step-by-Step Process to Your First Professional YouTube Video

Victor Künzig — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 08:02:24 GMT

In today’s episode, we break down why most first videos turn out terrible and share the exact step-by-step process to go from idea to published video without wasting years. We cover why separating writing from recording is the single biggest win, how different thinking modes apply to each production step, and why finishing matters more than perfection.

WOW WOW WOWs

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Amplenote: https://www.amplenote.com

Wipr2: https://apps.apple.com/app/viper-adblock-privacy/id1622437912

Episode Chapters

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00:00 Intro

01:09 Why Your First Videos Are Terrible

02:11 Steffi’s 8-Year Journey to Her First Video

06:12 What Finally Worked: Scripts & Teleprompters

07:53 Nobody Has a Jumpstart

08:51 The Video Production Steps Explained

10:04 Can AI Write Your Script?

18:03 How Our Podcast Process Evolved

21:18 How To Actually Get Started

23:50 Does Every Step Need To Be Perfect?

27:32 WOW WOW WOW Recommendations

29:20 Outro

About WOW Happens

=======================

This is WOW Happens! A weekly podcast by Steffi and Victor, 2 friends who love to discuss video productions, the marketing behind them, and how technology changes it daily.

Tune in to get a peek behind the curtains, but stay for the fun! (Legally speaking, we can’t promise fun, but we’ll try 🤞).

Find out all there is right here: https://www.wowhappens.fm

or watch and listen wherever you enjoy your podcasts: https://pod.link/1838136316

Stop Making Videos Nobody Wants to Watch

Victor Künzig — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:02:08 GMT

In today’s episode, we break down how to make videos people actually want to watch — from identifying your audience’s skill level, to experimenting with the lean startup method (build, measure, learn), to the YouTube Title Test, something which we’ve adopted to every video project after learning about it.

WOW WOW WOWs

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Mercury Weather: https://mercuryweather.app

Obsidian (Headless CLI): https://obsidian.md

Episode Chapters

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00:00 Intro

00:28 Why Nobody Watches Your Videos

01:25 Define Your Audience: Beginner, Intermediate, or Expert

04:53 Did We Reach Our Audience? Honest Self-Assessment

09:27 Spotting Outliers Without Chasing Trends

19:12 The YouTube Title Test

26:17 WOW WOW WOW: Mercury Weather & Obsidian CLI

28:14 Outro

About WOW Happens

=======================

This is WOW Happens! A weekly podcast by Steffi and Victor, 2 friends who love to discuss video productions, the marketing behind them, and how technology changes it daily.

Tune in to get a peek behind the curtains, but stay for the fun! (Legally speaking, we can’t promise fun, but we’ll try 🤞).

Find out all there is right here: https://www.wowhappens.fm

or watch and listen wherever you enjoy your podcasts: https://pod.link/1838136316

Is Being A Creator The Wrong Dream?

EVERYWOW — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:02:10 GMT

In today’s episode, we break down the rise of professional creators — people who use content not to chase millions of followers, but to build trust and convert a small, loyal audience into real business. We discuss how professional creators differ from influencers, why trust beats reach, and how to choose the right platform and format to get started.

WOW WOW WOWs

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Runestone (iOS): https://runestone.app

Monologue: https://www.monologue.to

Episode Chapters

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00:00 Intro

00:50 What Is a Professional Creator?

01:13 From Influencers to Creators to Professional Creators

03:02 How Professional Creators Actually Make Money

06:16 Professional Creators vs. The Creator Economy

08:49 Business First, Then Content

13:17 Why Trust Beats Reach (Especially in Europe)

17:57 How to Actually Start as a Professional Creator

19:38 Choosing the Right Platform and Content Half-Life

24:46 WOW WOW WOW: Runestone & Monologue

28:20 Outro

About WOW Happens

=======================

This is WOW Happens! A weekly podcast by Steffi and Victor, 2 friends who love to discuss video productions, the marketing behind them, and how technology changes it daily.

Tune in to get a peek behind the curtains, but stay for the fun! (Legally speaking, we can’t promise fun, but we’ll try 🤞).

Find out all there is right here: https://www.wowhappens.fm

or watch and listen wherever you enjoy your podcasts: https://pod.link/1838136316

Your Unique Voice Matters More Than Your Expertise

EVERYWOW — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 08:02:14 GMT

In today’s episode, we break down the insecurities professional creators face when being on camera — from imposter syndrome to coming across credible and authentic. We share practical strategies like setting realistic commitments, removing moving parts from your process, and embracing your unique perspective instead of chasing perfection.

WOW WOW WOWs

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Noir: https://getnoir.app

Castro: https://castro.fm

Episode Chapters

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00:00 Intro

01:13 Imposter Syndrome as Expert vs Student

03:57 The 100 Repetitions Rule for Confidence

05:05 Fake It Till You Make It — Does It Work?

05:35 Setting Commitments That Feel Real

07:16 Deadlines and Publishing Schedules

09:03 Using AI to Fact-Check Your Scripts

12:09 Embracing the Student Role

14:57 Credibility on Camera Without Arrogance

18:33 Removing Moving Parts From Your Process

22:38 Is Your Experience Still Valuable?

26:27 WOW WOW WOWs: Noir & Castro

28:56 Outro

About WOW Happens

=======================

This is WOW Happens! A weekly podcast by Steffi and Victor, 2 friends who love to discuss video productions, the marketing behind them, and how technology changes it daily.

Tune in to get a peek behind the curtains, but stay for the fun! (Legally speaking, we can’t promise fun, but we’ll try 🤞).

Find out all there is right here: https://www.wowhappens.fm

or watch and listen wherever you enjoy your podcasts: https://pod.link/1838136316

How To Optimize Your Videos For The TV

EVERYWOW — Fri, 13 Feb 2026 08:01:34 GMT

In today’s episode, we explore how TV viewing is making a comeback and why you need to optimize your video content for the big screen. We discuss the key differences between mobile and TV viewing behaviors, visual strategies that work best on television, and practical tips for creators looking to succeed on TV platforms.

WOW WOW WOWs

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Sequel:

https://www.getsequel.app

Code Typist:

https://cotypist.app

Episode Chapters

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00:00 Intro

00:50 Where Do You Watch Videos?

02:33 TV is Back Baby

03:55 Different Viewing Behaviors on TV

05:47 TV vs Mobile Consumption

07:19 Second Screening and Passive Viewing

09:02 How to Optimize for TV

09:25 Framing and Visual Strategies

11:17 Content Types That Work on TV

13:42 Visual Diversity and Teleshopping Lessons

16:25 The Skeptical Spouse Factor

17:15 WOW WOW WOWs

18:48 Outro

About WOW Happens

=======================

This is WOW Happens! A weekly podcast by Steffi and Victor, 2 friends who love to discuss video productions, the marketing behind them, and how technology changes it daily.

Tune in to get a peek behind the curtains, but stay for the fun! (Legally speaking, we can’t promise fun, but we’ll try 🤞).

Find out all there is right here: https://www.wowhappens.fm

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Spotify:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wowhappenspodcast

Why Your YouTube Format Matters More Than Your Niche

Victor Künzig — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:01:45 GMT

In today’s episode, we discuss why YouTube formats beat chasing niches, how to make the algorithm (and your audience) love your content, and the case for starting a second channel.

WOW WOW WOWs

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Clay: https://clay.earth/

Beeper: https://www.beeper.com

Episode Chapters

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00:00 Intro

00:52 What Is a YouTube Format?

05:35 Virality in 2026 Has Changed

07:25 Stop Making “The One Perfect Video”

08:43 How to Start Defining Your Format

11:03 Why Format Beats Niche

15:39 Your Format Needs to Fit You

18:45 When to Change Your Format

24:08 This weeks Apps Recommendations

27:02 Outro

About WOW Happens

=======================

This is WOW Happens! A weekly podcast by Steffi and Victor, 2 friends who love to discuss video productions, the marketing behind them, and how technology changes it daily.

Tune in to get a peek behind the curtains, but stay for the fun! (Legally speaking, we can’t promise fun, but we’ll try 🤞).

Find out all there is right here: https://www.wowhappens.fm

Find us wherever you consume your favorite podcasts:

=======================

Spotify:

Apple Podcasts:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wowhappenspodcast

How To Stand Out In The Age of AI

EVERYWOW — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 08:02:13 GMT

In today’s episode, we discuss if YouTube’s new AI “Ask” button kills watch time, and how creators can actually survive (and thrive) in a sea of AI-generated content by optimizing for the AI.

WOW WOW WOWs

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Supernotes:

https://supernotes.app

Cotypist:

https://cotypist.app

Episode Chapters

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00:00 Intro

00:54 The YouTube “Ask” Button

08:53 Main Topic: Standing Out in the Age of AI

11:08 Moving From Information Delivery to Experience Creation

13:09 Strategy 1: “Make It Human” (The Mark Rober Example)

18:08 Strategy 2: Building Community (The Potato Jet Effect)

21:12 Strategy 3: Optimizing Content FOR AI (The New SEO)

26:46 The Central Question: Why Watch If The Summary Exists?

28:08 WWWs 1: “Supernotes” (Zettelkasten App)

29:58 WWWs 2: “CoTypist” (Local AI Autocomplete)

32:12 Wrap-Up & Bye Byes!

About WOW Happens

=======================

This is WOW Happens! A weekly podcast by Steffi and Victor, 2 friends who love to discuss video productions, the marketing behind them, and how technology changes it daily.

Tune in to get a peek behind the curtains, but stay for the fun! (Legally speaking, we can’t promise fun, but we’ll try 🤞).

Find out all there is right here: https://www.wowhappens.fm

Find us wherever you consume your favorite podcasts:

=======================

Spotify:

Apple Podcasts:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wowhappenspodcast

Burnout & Retirement: The Harsh Reality of YouTube

Victor Künzig — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:01:53 GMT

In today’s episode, we discuss the new A/B testing for thumbnails, why aging with your audience is difficult, and the ultimate YouTube exit strategy: retirement or scaling out?

WOW WOW WOWs

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Mimestream:

https://mimestream.com

Dazz Cam: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dazz-cam-vintage-camera/id1422471180

Episode Chapters

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00:00 Intro

01:49 A/B Testing On YouTube, How Does It Work?

06:14 Main Topic: YouTube Exit Strategies

08:00 The Reality of Retirement Funding for Creators

09:11 The “Key Person” Problem: Scaling Beyond Your Face

11:26 Examples: MKBHD, Linus Tech Tips & MrBeast

14:00 Burnout Signs: “I’m Changing My Schedule”

18:12 Does Your Audience Age With You?

23:39 Transferring YouTube Skills to a Real Job

27:55 WOW WOW WOWs 1: Mimestream Email Client

28:47 WOW WOW WOWs 2: Dazz Cam

About WOW Happens

=======================

This is WOW Happens! A weekly podcast by Steffi and Victor, 2 friends who love to discuss video productions, the marketing behind them, and how technology changes it daily.

Tune in to get a peek behind the curtains, but stay for the fun! (Legally speaking, we can’t promise fun, but we’ll try 🤞).

Find out all there is right here: https://www.wowhappens.fm

Find us wherever you consume your favorite podcasts:

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Apple Podcasts:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wowhappenspodcast

Are Podcasts The New Late Night Shows?

EVERYWOW — Fri, 16 Jan 2026 08:00:40 GMT

Late night TV is dying, YouTube just bought the Oscars, and podcasts are becoming the new gatekeepers of Hollywood. We dive into why audiences now prefer three-hour deep dives over five-minute celebrity soundbites and what this means for the future of entertainment.

WOW WOW WOWs

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ForkLift 4:

https://binarynights.com

DB Navigator: https://www.bahn.de/service/mobile/db-navigator

Episode Chapters

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00:00 - Intro

02:24 - Todays Topics

02:46 - News: The Oscars Move to YouTube

05:18 - Is the License Worth $100 Million?

07:29 - Who Will Host the New Oscars?

11:58 - Main Topic: Late Night TV vs. Podcasts

12:20 - The History of Late Night Shows

16:26 - The Conan O’Brien Transition

17:30 - Why Hosts Can’t Copy Their Old Shows (IP Rights)

22:00 - Authenticity: Deep Conversations vs. PR Tours

24:15 - The Unbundling of Media: Newspapers to Niches

29:20 - The New Gatekeepers of Media

33:20 - Will Classic Variety Shows Make a Comeback?

36:20 - WOW WOW WOWs: Forklift 4 & DB Navigator (German Trains)

40:27 - Outro

About WOW Happens

=======================

This is WOW Happens! A weekly podcast by Steffi and Victor, 2 friends who love to discuss video productions, the marketing behind them, and how technology changes it daily.

Tune in to get a peek behind the curtains, but stay for the fun! (Legally speaking, we can’t promise fun, but we’ll try 🤞).

Find out all there is right here: https://www.wowhappens.fm

Find us wherever you consume your favorite podcasts:

=======================

Spotify:

Apple Podcasts:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wowhappenspodcast

The New Rules of Marketing: How A24 & McDonald's went Viral

EVERYWOW — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 08:01:57 GMT

From A24’s fake leaked calls to McDonald’s Stromberg comedy mini-series, we explore how creator marketing is rewriting the rules of advertising by using the “native language” of the internet.

Episode Chapters

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00:00 Intro

01:06 Today’s Topics

01:19 What is YouTube Hype?

05:28 Creator Marketing: Marty Supreme (A24)

07:44 Stromberg x McDonald’s Collaboration

10:58 Native Language: From TV Talk Shows to Podcasts

14:16 Strategy: Own Channel vs. Established Channels

17:15 The 4-7-11 Content Formula

18:22 The Rise of Branded Documentaries (Deutsche Bahn, MrBeast)

25:06 Mechanical Keyboards: ZSA Voyager Impressions

28:09 Outro

About WOW Happens

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This is WOW Happens! A weekly podcast by Steffi and Victor, 2 friends who love to discuss video productions, the marketing behind them, and how technology changes it daily.

Tune in to get a peek behind the curtains, but stay for the fun! (Legally speaking, we can’t promise fun, but we’ll try 🤞).

Find out all there is right here: https://www.wowhappens.fm

Find us wherever you consume your favorite podcasts:

=======================

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Apple Podcasts:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wowhappenspodcast

Our 2026 Bingo: iPhone Fold, AI Movies & Tim Cook Leaving Apple

Victor Künzig — Fri, 02 Jan 2026 08:01:34 GMT

Welcome to the future! 🔮 Today we predict the biggest shifts in tech and video production for 2026. From the release of the iPhone Fold and the first fully AI-generated blockbuster, to the controversial death of the “Junior Editor” role — we cover it all.

Will Tim Cook step down? Will the EU mandate “Real Person” labels? Tune in to see what’s on our bingo card for the year ahead!

Episode Chapters

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00:00 Intro

01:36 YouTube Launches an AI Video Section

03:08 The First Major “AI Panic” & EU Regulations

05:26 The First Fully AI-Generated Hollywood Movie

06:30 The iPhone Fold & Tim Cook Stepping Down

08:28 Blackmagic Autofocus & Sony Global Shutter

10:18 The Fujifilm X-Pro 4 Is Released

10:50 Apple’s VR Sports Livestreaming Bundle

12:53 AI B-Roll Generation in Editing Software

13:52 The Death of the “Junior Editor” Role

16:53 Winning Client Pitches with AI Rough Cuts

17:42 Wrapping-Up & Goodbyes

About WOW Happens

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This is WOW Happens! A weekly podcast by Steffi and Victor, 2 friends who love to discuss video productions, the marketing behind them, and how technology changes it daily.

Tune in to get a peek behind the curtains, but stay for the fun! (Legally speaking, we can’t promise fun, but we’ll try 🤞).

Find out all there is right here: https://www.wowhappens.fm

Find us wherever you consume your favorite podcasts:

=======================

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Apple Podcasts:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wowhappenspodcast

The 2025 Recap: TikTok Bans, Beast Games & The Sony A7V

EVERYWOW — Fri, 26 Dec 2025 08:01:30 GMT

In the final episode of 2025 we break down a wild year—from the US TikTok ban and YouTube turning 20, to the release of DaVinci Resolve 20 and the long awaited Sony A7V.

Episode Chapters

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00:00 Intro

01:54 January: Beast Games & The US TikTok Ban

03:19 February: Victor Joins EVERYWOW

04:49 March: 720k+ Views and Counting

05:54 April: YouTube Turns 20 & Joining The Membership Bootcamp

09:39 May: DaVinci Resolve 20 & AI Features

10:50 June: Concerts & AirPods Pro as Hearing Protection

13:13 The “Delete” Disaster: Losing a Video

14:13 July: Waymo in SF & The Sony RX1R III

15:29 August: The YouTube AI Face-Filter Controversy

16:43 September: Tacos & The New Office

18:05 November: Podcast Launch & Switching to Claude AI

19:22 December: iA Writer & The Sony A7V

23:20 Outro & See You in 2026!

About WOW Happens

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This is WOW Happens! A weekly podcast by Steffi and Victor, 2 friends who love to discuss video productions, the marketing behind them, and how technology changes it daily.

Tune in to get a peek behind the curtains, but stay for the fun! (Legally speaking, we can’t promise fun, but we’ll try 🤞).

Find out all there is right here: https://www.wowhappens.fm

Find us wherever you consume your favorite podcasts:

=======================

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wowhappenspodcast

How Will The Future Of Videos Look Like? AR? VR? XR? ?R?

Victor Künzig — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 08:01:26 GMT

Today we talk about the future of videos, what they look like and feel like, and if YouTube will be able to remain as the dominant video platform on the internet.

Thanks for listening and watching!

WOW WOW WOW!

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https://antinote.io

https://www.monologue.to

Episode Chapters

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00:00 Intro

01:47 Is F1 Going To Win An Oscar?

05:26 What Happens If YouTube Disappears?

07:54 The “Moats” of YouTube (Why It’s Hard to Beat)

10:52 Why VR and Vision Pro Are Not The Future of Video

15:43 The Concept of “Adaptive Video”

19:10 Generative AI: Enhancing vs. Creating Reality

21:18 Example: Linus Tech Tips in a Swiss Supermarket

28:15 The Community Problem: If We All Watch Different Versions, Can We Share?

34:04 WOW of the Week: Antinote (The Disappearing Notepad)

36:06 WOW of the Week: Monologue (AI Dictation for Mac)

39:22 Wrap-up & Outro

About WOW Happens

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This is WOW Happens! A weekly podcast by Steffi and Victor, 2 friends who love to discuss video productions, the marketing behind them, and how technology changes it daily.

Tune in to get a peek behind the curtains, but stay for the fun! (Legally speaking, we can’t promise fun, but we’ll try 🤞).

Find out all there is right here: https://www.wowhappens.fm

Find us wherever you consume your favorite podcasts:

=======================

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Apple Podcasts:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wowhappenspodcast

Why You Should Focus On Quantity First When Making Videos

EVERYWOW — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 08:00:50 GMT

Welcome back! 🙂

In today’s episode, we start with a confused but enthusiastic discussion about Vince Gilligan’s upcoming show (and why we can’t agree on movies). We then tackle the new YouTube TV app redesign (again). And we also share a life-changing discovery about the Apple TV remote.

Then, we dive into our main topic: Quality vs. Quantity. Is the old advice of “just post more” still valid in the age of AI? We discuss why you need quantity to achieve quality, using the “Crazy Eights” method as an example. We also break down the strategy of top-tier documentary channels like LEMMiNO, who publish once a year but get millions of views.

Finally, we battle over the best app to make your MacBook Pro notch useful: Alcove vs. MediaMate.

Thanks for watching and listening! ❤️

WOW WOW WOW!

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https://tryalcove.com

https://wouter01.gumroad.com/l/mediamate

https://www.youtube.com/@LEMMiNO

Episode Chapters

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0:00 Pluribus Is Great!

2:22 Revisit: YouTube’s New TV Redesign

3:40 YouTube vs. Netflix

6:17 PSA: The Apple TV Remote Mute Button Actually Works

7:59 Main Topic: Quality vs. Quantity in Creativity

9:56 The “Crazy Eights” Design Thinking Method

12:15 Quantity is Learning: The First 100 Videos Rule

19:10 AI “Slop” vs. Human Skill: The New Entry Barrier

22:56 Tool of the Week: “Alcove” for the MacBook Notch

25:59 Tool of the Week: “MediaMate” (The Cheaper Alternative)

About WOW Happens

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This is WOW Happens! A weekly podcast by Steffi and Victor, 2 friends who love to discuss video productions, the marketing behind them, and how technology changes it daily.

Tune in to get a peek behind the curtains, but stay for the fun! (Legally speaking, we can’t promise fun, but we’ll try 🤞).

Find out all there is right here: https://www.wowhappens.fm

Find us wherever you consume your favorite podcasts:

=======================

Spotify:

Apple Podcasts:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wowhappenspodcast

Are All Channels Equal? The Hidden Tiers Of YouTube

Victor Künzig — Fri, 05 Dec 2025 08:01:41 GMT

Welcome back! 🙂

In today’s episode, we start by venting a little bit about YouTube’s AI translation and auto-dubbing features. We discuss why hearing a robotic voice on your favorite channel is jarring, and why the automatic translation of video titles is actually confusing for multi-lingual audiences.

Then, we dive into our main topic: The hidden hierarchy of YouTube channels. Spoiler: Not all channels are created equal. We break down the technical differences we’ve found—from thumbnail file size limits to transcoding speeds—and discuss the “mythical” features reserved only for the top 1% of creators.

Finally, we wrap up with a look at productivity tools. Victor is testing out “Capacities” for note-taking, and Stefanie shares her experience with Akiflow (and the dangers of free trials).

Thanks for watching and listening! ❤️

WOW WOW WOW!

Octarine: https://octarine.app

Capacities: https://capacities.io

Akiflow: https://akiflow.com

Episode Chapters

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00:00 Intro

00:44 Welcome & Episode Preview

01:22 Discussing YouTube’s AI Translations

04:34 The Negative Effect of AI Dubbing on Channel Perception

09:23 Are All YouTube Channels Equal?

16:09 Perks for Top Tier Channels (Mr. Beast Example)

17:21 Special Treatment for Broadcasters & Official Channels

21:09 Conclusion: Yes, There Are Different Tiers of YouTube Channels

22:13 Wow Wow Wows (Apps & Subscriptions)

22:18 Victor’s Note-Taking App Saga (Craft Docs, Octarine, Capacities)

25:48 Stephanie’s Akiflow Subscription Mistake (But It’s Good!)

27:46 Farewell & Outro

About WOW Happens

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This is WOW Happens! A weekly podcast by Steffi and Victor, 2 friends who love to discuss video productions, the marketing behind them, and how technology changes it daily.

Tune in to get a peek behind the curtains, but stay for the fun! (Legally speaking, we can’t promise fun, but we’ll try 🤞).

Find out all there is right here: https://www.wowhappens.fm

Find us wherever you consume your favorite podcasts:

=======================

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Apple Podcasts:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wowhappenspodcast

Should YouTube Replace Broadcast TV?

Victor Künzig — Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:01:53 GMT

Welcome back! 🙂

In today’s episode, we dive into YouTube’s takeover of the TV screen. Is it the new broadcast TV? We discuss how the platform is shifting towards “seasons” and “episodes,” and if creators like Mr. Beast actually benefit from moving to traditional streaming services like Amazon Prime.

And finally, we wrap up with some browser talk, is Safari back?

Thanks for watching and listening! ❤️

WOW WOW WOW!

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StopTheMadness Pro: https://underpassapp.com/StopTheMadness/

Microsoft Edge: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/edge/download?form=MA13FJ

Episode Chapters

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0:00 Intro

01:14 Update: The New YouTube Like Button Animations

04:04 Watching YouTube on the Big Screen

06:52 YouTube is the Biggest Streaming Service

09:39 The “Netflix-ification” of the YouTube TV Interface

11:38 How Binge-Watching Hooks Work

14:43 Review: Mr. Beast on Amazon Prime

16:00 The Risk of Moving to Traditional Media

19:40 The German Model: When YouTubers Join TV Networks

25:30 The Future: Will YouTube Replace Broadcast Entirely?

28:37 Tool of the Week: “Stop the Madness” for Safari

30:12 Browser Wars: Atlas vs. Microsoft Edge

About WOW Happens

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This is WOW Happens! A weekly podcast by Steffi and Victor, 2 friends who love to discuss video productions, the marketing behind them, and how technology changes it daily.

Tune in to get a peek behind the curtains, but stay for the fun! (Legally speaking, we can’t promise fun, but we’ll try 🤞).

Find out all there is right here: https://www.wowhappens.fm

Find us wherever you consume your favorite podcasts:

=======================

Spotify:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wowhappenspodcast

Pacing in Videos: Is Faster Actually Better? (The FOMO Trap)

Victor Künzig — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 08:01:34 GMT

Welcome back! 🙂

In today’s episode, we talk about the long-overdue update to the YouTube thumbnail size, the ever-present underestimation of production efforts, and finally our main topic: pacing in videos. Are faster cuts better? Is there really a shortage of attention span, and how should you tackle this in general?

WOW WOW WOW!

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Infuse Media Player: https://firecore.com/infuse

Episode Chapters

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0:00 The Japanese Toilets Store Next Door

1:17 Todays Topics!

1:42 YouTube News: Thumbnails Now up to 50MB (4K Thumbnails)

2:23 YouTube TV Redesign

3:58 YouTube AI Upscaling for Older Videos (Creator Control)

4:53 Annoying Subtitle Settings in the YouTube Player

7:24 Underestimating Video Production Work (The 80/20 Rule)

10:51 Dive of the Week: What is Pacing in Videos?

11:05 Fast Cuts vs. Long Shots in Content

16:53 The FOMO Aspect: Overwhelming Viewers with Information

20:15 The Myth of Short Attention Spans (Why People Binge-Watch)

25:35 WOW of the Week: The Utility of 3D Printers

27:27 WOW of the Week: The Infuse App

29:18 Wrap-up and Farewell

About WOW Happens

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This is WOW Happens! A weekly podcast by Steffi and Victor, 2 friends who love to discuss video productions, the marketing behind them, and how technology changes it daily.

Tune in to get a peek behind the curtains, but stay for the fun! (Legally speaking, we can’t promise fun, but we’ll try 🤞).

Find out all there is right here: https://www.wowhappens.fm

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Scaling YouTube: Build or Sell to Private Equity?

Victor Künzig — Fri, 14 Nov 2025 08:48:31 GMT

Welcome back!

On today’s episode we talk about private equity on YouTube, it’s implications on the creator economy, and what or even if there are alternative, have a watch or listen and let us know your thoughts on the topic! 🙂

And as always, thanks for watching and listening! ❤️

WOW WOW WOW!

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Cyberduck: https://cyberduck.io

Episode Chapters

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0:00 One Battle After Another Movie Review 🍿

0:58 Todays Topics!

1:28 Victor’s Home Recording Struggles

4:10 What is Private Equity on YouTube? 💰

4:40 The Private Equity Model: Selling a Stake to Get Funding and Support

6:22 Followers Don’t Matter: The EBITDA ($100k Earnings) Minimum Requirement

7:31 Veritasium’s Success with PE vs. Donut Media

9:49 Scaling Yourself: Linus Media Group (Building In-House) vs. PE

11:46 The “Key Person Problem”: Why Scaling Hosts is Necessary (MKBHD, Hot Ones)

15:20 Three Waves of Creator Business: Closet, Media Company, and Private Equity

18:38 The Danger of PE Leading to Creative “Look-Alikes” (Electrify & Blender Farm)

23:46 The A24 Approach for YouTube Creators? (W24)

25:07 WOW WOW WOWs: Apple Music’s new Spotify Library Transfer Feature 🎶

26:48 Cool Tool: CyberDuck for Super-Fast Cloud Storage Transfers (Google/OneDrive)

About WOW Happens

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This is WOW Happens! A weekly podcast by Steffi and Victor, 2 friends who love to discuss video productions, the marketing behind them, and how technology changes it daily.

Tune in to get a peek behind the curtains, but stay for the fun! (Legally speaking, we can’t promise fun, but we’ll try 🤞).

Find out all there is right here: https://www.wowhappens.fm

Find us wherever you consume your favorite podcasts:

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Spotify:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wowhappenspodcast