G+_Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Posted August 23, 2015 Share Posted August 23, 2015 Hey Know-It-Alls, Bryan Burnett & I absolutely love doing the show for you. It's not just the projects (which we REALLY enjoy), but we think you're the best audience in the TWiT Army. You make the show fun, exciting, and just weird enough to keep the two of us sane! We think we've got a great show, and we want to grow it. We're proud of our content and would put it up against any DIY/Maker channel on the Internet, but we need your help to get the word out... and to shape the future of "Know How". We've been listening to feedback on the KH and have been able to identify a few things that we believe you would like to see. They include: 1. Better "visibility" into the projects. -- There is a concern that since we do three main segments and two minor segments in each episode, the projects are getting hopelessly lost in each episode "bundle". You want better SEO so that you can find the projects you want to do. 2. Shorter shows/More Content! -- Yeah, it sounds contradictory, but I get what you're going for. You want shorter, more focused episodes (between 15-25 minutes) so that they're easier to digest than an hour-long show. You also want MORE, shorter, more focused episodes. 3. More Guests! -- This was a big one. Many of you have expressed the desire to see us collaborate with makers and DIYers from around the net. 4. More diverse content. -- This is another big one. Many of you are tired of quadcopters and hobby builds, while others want MORE quadcopters and hobby builds. There's also a cry for "more stuff that I can actually use in my daily life." -- All in all, it just means that you want a format that guarantees that you can find something you like, and avoid the things that you don't. 5. More Cranky Hippo in a doge mask. -- This one was just strange. Stop it. -- We've heard you - In the coming weeks, Bryan Burnett and I will be playing with the format of the show in an attempt to give you the "Know How" you want. I can't promise that we'll get it right immediately, nor that the changes won't upset a few of you, but we're going to keep trying until we can deliver you all the Maker/DIY goodness that you deserve. For your part, I'd ask that you help us spread the word about "Know How" - We've got a great audience that's growing every week, but I think we can have a HUGE audience that will let us take KH to the next level. In short... you all rock.... now let's see what else we can do. :) Peace, Padre Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_610GARAGE Posted August 23, 2015 Share Posted August 23, 2015 After reading that, I believe there can only be one prudent action. Create a second know how. Because Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ and Bryan Burnett aren't busy enough. Right? :) But seriously, I'm always happy when shows I like are willing to try new things. Yea, some people hate change, but if you don't mix it up a little, you will never know if there is a better way to do the show. I look forward to the updates, and thanks for the great show! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_derek ha Posted August 23, 2015 Share Posted August 23, 2015 It is a good show for the casual observer as it stands, to just widen our knowledge just enough to know what is possible and what has been done already.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Rob Yesta Posted August 23, 2015 Share Posted August 23, 2015 Maybe two short shows per week? Yes it would have to fit the busy schedule. 1. Opening short 5 minutes of banter on cool/interesting/current events.. 2. Main segment 15 minutes on one topic/build. And 3. A 10 minute session answering viewer questions. I would even think about a viewer guest live Skye session from time to time. We would still get one hour of KH per week but each show would be focused on a topic that you could cover more detail. Keep up the good work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Marty Ballard Posted August 23, 2015 Share Posted August 23, 2015 I think two shows also, one that is specific to making and the other that is based on computers/software. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Eddie Foy Posted August 23, 2015 Share Posted August 23, 2015 If a second show, call it: Try This At Home Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_T Nohands Posted August 23, 2015 Share Posted August 23, 2015 Nah Bryan Burnett longer and more shows twice a week and throw in an NIU ( Not for Intended Use) project such as turning a brushless motor in to a flywheel generator IE ceiling fans (They're already pre wired for it), come on Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ have a segment to get our MacGyver on! Help me Padre I'm becoming a hoarder need to put things to use!!! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Rich Fowler Posted August 23, 2015 Share Posted August 23, 2015 KH needs a foam core mini-series starring Richard Chamberlain. Or Cranky Hippo. Foam core is awesome stuff. Why would I ever buy something if I can make it out of foam core? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_E. Matt Armstrong Posted August 23, 2015 Share Posted August 23, 2015 Please have Steve Gibson on, to show how he built the portable dog zapper. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Eddie Foy Posted August 23, 2015 Share Posted August 23, 2015 Convert a 3D printer into a CNC hot wire cutter! Or maybe a EDM machine (wire and or sinker) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Brian Moses Posted August 24, 2015 Share Posted August 24, 2015 twit.nerds.runningwild Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Brian Moses Posted August 24, 2015 Share Posted August 24, 2015 :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Floyd Fernandez Posted August 25, 2015 Share Posted August 25, 2015 You guys are awesome and I'm trying to get more of my friends to watch the show but they are slow coming to the light I'm think I need new friends! Thank you for all the hard work and passion you put in every show! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Fr. Robert Ballecer, SJ Posted August 25, 2015 Author Share Posted August 25, 2015 Ahhhhh... thanks Floyd Fernandez ... and don't forget, if your friends don't like "Know How", Bryan Burnett can always come over and stare at them until they do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Greg Ozimek Posted August 28, 2015 Share Posted August 28, 2015 Know-it-alls. Know How-it-alls. <<<<<<<<< say that one quickly three times. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Peter Q. Posted August 30, 2015 Share Posted August 30, 2015 Reverse engineering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G+_Mirko Majic Posted May 27, 2016 Share Posted May 27, 2016 Hey Robert, I am eagerly looking to learn about how to create swarm of drones..so far many are talking about , news shows but I couldn't find any step by step instructions, examples , links, programming language, software....Swarms are huge part of drones both flying and ground..Would you be willing to give attention to this matter and help to many of us to learn it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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