Clubhouse Convos April 15 — Thought for Your Penny
Remember when the terms “Soundcloud rapper” and “YouTube rapper” were used as derogatory terms?
They still are in some circles, and the elitism the terms represent aren’t going anywhere anytime soon either. Now we have Clubhouse creators joining the fray as the redheaded stepchildren of the internet. That became immediately clear when reading how The Verge framed Clubhouse and some of its most popular creators.
It paints the picture of a seedy app community filled with shady rooms. If Facebook is Diagon Alley, Clubhouse is painted as Knockturn Alley, where you’re assumed to be guilty of some type of wrongdoing just for showing up. Even its header photo of Leah Lamarr makes her look like she took over for Al Pacino in a gender-bending remake of .
Although Joe Rogan and Eric Weinstein showed Lamarr love on the Spotify’s JRE, it’s unclear how Clubhouse creators will be accepted by mainstream media. We see this happen every time there’s a new platform, as the old guard complains about how the new generation isn’t putting in the work.
Except that’s a narrow view that ignores just how hard Lamarr worked and what she built. She took a chance on a new platform and is an early-moving pioneer. Because of it, she’s going to ultimately win, but she’s taking a lot of hits in the process. This article from The Verge won’t be the last shot fired at Clubhouse creators.
But the Clubhouse culture knows how to shoot its shot, and hopefully some talent will find its way out of the cult before it destroys itself
Future of the Creator Economy
The creator economy is entering a new phase on Clubhouse, and everyone interested in how to build a monetizable community. Actor, musician, and investor Jared Leto joined Patreon CEO Jack Conte and Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian to discuss.
Leto kicked the conversation off by explaining his journey in music with his band 30 Seconds to Mars. As he eats breakfast on a hot mic, he explains how difficult it was to make a splash back then.
Ohanian related the experience to the rise of social media and how Reddit was built. He felt alone building a community in a world where audiences ruled the roost. In both cases, it’s the community the men built that ultimately drove their brands with action.
Conte also echoed the thoughts on the difference between broadcasting and community building. He even admits that although they’re using Clubhouse, they’re broadcasting and not allowing a two-way conversation. It’s a refreshing breath of honesty among the nonstop mod circle jerk in the hallways this spring.
The conversation revolves around the concept of community, so let’s dive in.
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Yesterday’s Best Convo
Coinbase IPO Talk — Cryptocurrency is booming in 2021, even if most of you know nothing about it. Coinbase is the most popular of the crypto exchange markets Americans can access, and it went public via a direct listing today at a starting price of $250. If you’re looking for exposure in crypto without all the problems, Coinbase is a MUCH better company than Riot Blockchain. And this is only the beginning — more crypto companies will go public down the road. Over 20,000 Crypto Clubhouse members joined multiple rooms discussing today…by Café Bitcoin and Black Bitcoin Billionaires
Top 10 Fitness Clubs
Clubhouse Stats consistently delivers the best daily statistics of the most populated rooms. Follow the club on both Clubhouse and Twitter to keep up with the top clubs in a variety of categories.
Today, we’re highlighting CH Stats on Fitness. Numbers given are totals of members and followers.
10 Convos to Attend Today
Nordic Tech Lunch #60 — Denmark v Sweden 3:00 AM PDT — Technology is the foundation of modern business, and Nordic tech is continuing to innovate. Join a panel of tech experts discussing all the startups and investment opportunities in Denmark and Sweden…by Nordic Tech Club
The Sweet Tea — Cake & Sugar News 8:00 AM PDT — Before the pandemic, I attended shows like the Sweets & Snacks Expo and Fancy Food show to keep up on food trends. But things changed with the pandemic, so I’m always happy to find like-minded foodies keeping up on the sweetest of news.
What if You Dated a Stripper? 11:00 AM PDT — Bethania Bacigalupe consistently brings thought-provoking cconversations to the hallways of Clubhouse. Today, she’s speaking with an author about dating a stripper. I have my own experience and may join the conversation myself if I’m in the mood…by Burnt Chicken
Money Mindset w/ Baron Davis 6:00 PM PDT — Money isn’t easy to get or manage correctly. Join NBA legend Baron Davis and pro skateboarder Mikey Taylor to discuss what they did to keep money on their minds while navigating their respective careers in sports entertainment…by
Ask God Anything! 7:00 PM PDT — If you haven’t heard from him yet, there’s a comical cartoon God on Clubhouse. With a God Pod podcast and millions of social media followers, he’s always a fascinating listen. Last week, TIME CEO Keith Grossman joined to discuss its “Is God Dead?” cover…by The God Club
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Originally published at http://thoughtforyourpenny.com on May 30, 2021.