Uploaded July 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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This week’s episode kicks off with Matt sharing his recent trip to Vegas, where he had a run-in with COVID. From there, we take a trip down memory lane and touch on the fascinating evolution of slot machines.
Next, we dive into Rick Beato’s latest video, where he makes a bold claim about kids today and their interests. With Google Trends showing some surprising data, we can’t help but wonder if he’s onto something.
But can we trust Google Trends as an accurate measure of interest? We discuss whether our online behavior is skewing the data, thanks to platforms and algorithms tailoring content for us.
We also discuss the lost art of small talk and how it feels like we’ve lost common ground for casual conversations. Could looking to the past help us find more meaningful connections today?
After that, we shift our attention to some troubling trends about reading comprehension and memory among the youth. This ties into a broader discussion about Dunbar’s number and our cognitive limits – how much can we really keep track of?
Kevin jumps in with some practical advice about the importance of picking something to get interested in. Sometimes, diving into a niche might yield more reward than you realize.
We wrap things up with an inspiring story from the UFC world. We focus on Alex Pereira’s journey, and how the power of things like passion and dedication can really help in our day to day lives.
Thanks to everyone who joined us live, and a special shoutout to our amazing patrons. We’ll be back next week!
You love anime. You love tea. Get 10% off your order with code CREATE at The Dragon's Treasure: thedragonstreasure.com
Buy our T-shirts: thecreateunknown.com/store
Join our Discord to talk with artists, creators, and fans of the finer things in online life: discord.gg/tcu
Apple: bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownApple
Spotify: bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownSpotify
Google Podcasts: bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownGooglePodcasts
CREDITS:
Hosts: Kevin Lieber and Matt Tabor
Executive Producer: Ben Webster
Editor: Spencer Vann
"Created in the Unknown" theme by Basswaite: https://linktr.ee/Basswaite
Theme by Mega Drive → megadrivemusic.com
Opening Animation: Kidmograph
City Animation: Eric Langlay
"The Create Unknown" is produced by Unknown Media.
CONNECT WITH US:
» Chat with us on DISCORD: discord.gg/qAQV3Jw
» Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/createunknown
» Follow us on INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/thecreateunknown
» Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/thecreateunknown
» View our website: thecreateunknown.com
#thecreateunknown #music #advice
Thanks to MAINGEAR for speeding up everything for us. Check out the VYBE line that’s making up the core of Matt’s new studio -- and use code CREATE for a free additional year of warranty on desktops: maingear.com/ref/656
Join Our Patreon: patreon.com/thecreateunknown
This week’s episode kicks off with Matt sharing his recent trip to Vegas, where he had a run-in with COVID. From there, we take a trip down memory lane and touch on the fascinating evolution of slot machines.
Next, we dive into Rick Beato’s latest video, where he makes a bold claim about kids today and their interests. With Google Trends showing some surprising data, we can’t help but wonder if he’s onto something.
But can we trust Google Trends as an accurate measure of interest? We discuss whether our online behavior is skewing the data, thanks to platforms and algorithms tailoring content for us.
We also discuss the lost art of small talk and how it feels like we’ve lost common ground for casual conversations. Could looking to the past help us find more meaningful connections today?
After that, we shift our attention to some troubling trends about reading comprehension and memory among the youth. This ties into a broader discussion about Dunbar’s number and our cognitive limits – how much can we really keep track of?
Kevin jumps in with some practical advice about the importance of picking something to get interested in. Sometimes, diving into a niche might yield more reward than you realize.
We wrap things up with an inspiring story from the UFC world. We focus on Alex Pereira’s journey, and how the power of things like passion and dedication can really help in our day to day lives.
Thanks to everyone who joined us live, and a special shoutout to our amazing patrons. We’ll be back next week!
You love anime. You love tea. Get 10% off your order with code CREATE at The Dragon's Treasure: thedragonstreasure.com
Buy our T-shirts: thecreateunknown.com/store
Join our Discord to talk with artists, creators, and fans of the finer things in online life: discord.gg/tcu
Apple: bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownApple
Spotify: bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownSpotify
Google Podcasts: bit.ly/TheCreateUnknownGooglePodcasts
CREDITS:
Hosts: Kevin Lieber and Matt Tabor
Executive Producer: Ben Webster
Editor: Spencer Vann
"Created in the Unknown" theme by Basswaite: https://linktr.ee/Basswaite
Theme by Mega Drive → megadrivemusic.com
Opening Animation: Kidmograph
City Animation: Eric Langlay
"The Create Unknown" is produced by Unknown Media.
CONNECT WITH US:
» Chat with us on DISCORD: discord.gg/qAQV3Jw
» Follow us on TWITTER: twitter.com/createunknown
» Follow us on INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/thecreateunknown
» Follow us on FACEBOOK: facebook.com/thecreateunknown
» View our website: thecreateunknown.com
#thecreateunknown #music #advice
