This will be the final episode of Diary of Twitch Streamer. It's been a good run but I think it's time to bring it to an end. I go into further detail on the episode and all the episodes will remain on Spotify and anchor.fm. I think the topic of the podcast will work much better as shorter vlog type videos on YouTube. You can find the DOTS YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTBXycAqmH--Icu3ns5AGOQ Watch me live on Twitch three nights a week starting at 8:30pm EST at https://twit...
Apr 25, 2021•9 min•Ep. 25
On this week's episode I talk about my need to focus on my health and my content by finally taking my own advice. By the end of this year my goal is to reach Twitch Partner, or at least get close to that and a few things need to happen and that's what I cover this week. Watch me live on Twitch three nights a week starting at 8:30pm EST at https://twitch.tv/jimboewis Follow me on the socials: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPXZbxjrDOYZAjWOKsznTnA Discord: https://discord.gg/x5uhJtGvAS ...
Apr 13, 2021•21 min•Ep. 24
This week's episode is part apology and part explanation of how my depression affects my ability to create content. This may be something you can relate to and if so, let me know. It's not something I talk about...ever, nor have I really told anyone about it. It can be a tough subject for some, but it's OK to get it off your chest and start a conversation. On a lighter note, I give my first impressions and review of the new streaming platform, Glimesh. I'm also doing more with the YouTube channe...
Mar 22, 2021•28 min•Ep. 23
This week's episode is more of a response to a listener's tweet about being a variety streamer. I think there are some misconceptions about the term and I want to take some time to offer some clarification and suggestions. I also touch on my experience with Just Chatting streams and share my thoughts about that. Mentions: Atreyeu https://www.twitch.tv/atreyeu Watch me live on Twitch three nights a week starting at 8:30pm EST at https://twitch.tv/jimbolewis Follow me on the socials: YouTube: http...
Feb 22, 2021•31 min•Ep. 22
Last week Twitch emailed their 2020 recap to streamers and viewers. While most people were excited to see streaming stats for the year, some of us see numbers and start to stress. Unfortunately, I'm one of those people and felt the need to share my experience with you and maybe you can relate. This week I look back on mistakes I've made, things I could have done better, and decisions I'm happy with. Also, I created a Twitter account for the podcast and you can follow it over at twitter.com/dtsca...
Jan 20, 2021•30 min•Ep. 20
I and many others will tell you that the best way to grow on Twitch is to stream a single game. While I still believe that, I've realized during my two week break, I don't want to be that kind of streamer. I've tried several times to pick just one game but more times than not, I over think things and stress myself out. If you would like to monetarily support me and the content I create, head over to patreon.com/kemkraft For everything I've been creating and how to send me feedback: kemkraftmedia...
Jan 02, 2021•21 min•Ep. 19
The week of Christmas is upon us and I have to admit, this is the time my inner kid breaks loose. I've always been a Christmas kid and the feeling the holiday brings me is wonderful. There are, however, some folks who have it rough during these times. Whether it's from mental illness or the loss of family members, the holidays can be hard on some folks. If you would like to monetarily support me and the content I create, head over to patreon.com/kemkraft For everything I've been creating and how...
Dec 24, 2020•22 min•Ep. 18
On this episode I briefly cover Twitch's Town Hall stream and give my takeaways from that. The majority of the episode is focused on my thoughts on Cyberpunk 2077 and my plans for YouTube content focused on the game. If you're interested in seeing that, please consider subbing to the YT channel over at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPXZbxjrDOYZAjWOKsznTnA For the Glimesh roadmap update, you can read all about that at https://glimesh.tv/blog/2020-12-16-december-roadmap-and-feature-update If yo...
Dec 18, 2020•23 min•Ep. 17
This week I cover a few updates post-decision to leave the Twitch affiliate program. This week's topic is one that has been bothering me for a few weeks now and I just need to get it off my chest. As a content creator, people will repeatedly ask you the same questions. It's how you answer them that defines you and your community. Check out our community member who is brand new to streaming https://twitch.tv/echo_zulu52 If you would like to support me and the content I create, head over to patreo...
Dec 07, 2020•26 min•Ep. 16
It was brought to my attention that I re-uploaded episode 14 so, this is the correct file. My apologies. I think I have finally found my new main game, Destiny 2. I played Destiny One back in the day up until The Taken King and I can't believe I'm just now picking up Destiny 2. This is a game that I'm having a lot of fun with and I've been putting a lot of hours into it. I also talk about a major decision I made to have myself removed the Twitch Affiliate program. This is an episode you won't wa...
Nov 24, 2020•31 min•Ep. 15
This week I cover some really great topics like allowing politics in your chat, channel growth, and why I hate "streamer TikTok." I kick off the episode with my mini review of the GoXLR Mini and my new main game I'm streaming. Time codes: 0:59 - GoXLR review 7:33 - Politics in chat 11:29 - My new main game to stream and why I picked it 17:52 - Channel growth and other platforms 20:08 - Why I hate streamer TikTok For everything I've been creating and how to send me feedback: kemkraftmedia.com Wat...
Nov 05, 2020•28 min•Ep. 14
On this episode I cover a few health updates and talk about some surprising growth I've seen on my Twitch channel. I also talk about the new DMCApocolypse that is upon us and how it can affect us as streamers. If you are still playing copyrighted music on stream, stop right now. If you have any clips with copyrighted music, go and delete them. Remember, three DMCA strikes will get you permabanned from Twitch. Devin Nash Covers DMCA take downs. https://youtu.be/FPlEGjLLhB0 For everything I've bee...
Oct 23, 2020•29 min•Ep. 13
I promise this isn't a rant episode but I did want to bring up some concerns I have had with Twitch the past few weeks. I was a little hesitant to release this episode because I'm sure some people may not agree with me or just assume that I made a "hit piece." That is not the case at all. These are my thoughts and feelings on Twitch right now and I believe they are valid. If you'd like to share your opinion with me, email me at kemkraft@gmail.com Devin Nash on Twitch Soundtrack https://youtu.be/...
Oct 14, 2020•27 min•Ep. 12
On this week's episode I go over some positive health updates, talk about the games I've been playing, and discuss having others on your stream. If you're playing multiplayer games, sometimes it's important to use communication, but is your teammate the right voice to have on your stream? For everything I've been creating and how to send me feedback: kemkraftmedia.com Email me directly: kemkraft@gmail.com . Watch me live on Twitch four nights a week starting at 8:30pm EST at https://twitch.tv/ke...
Oct 02, 2020•34 min•Ep. 11
This week I give some updates on my health and my Twitch growth. I also talk about my recent enjoyment of stream Call of Duty and Battlefield V and how it can be possible to grow in these saturated directories by making connections with your audience. I've always talked about how streaming saturated games is a bad idea, but I think there is some possibilities for growth. I also cover a couple of big streaming news stories that happened recently with Twitch testing mid-roll ads and Facebook signi...
Sep 23, 2020•32 min•Ep. 10
This episode is definitely geared towards those who want to take their broadcast career seriously. I have to admit I was a little hesitant to upload this because I am technically a small streamer I have experience and my audience says I put out great content; I happen to agree. I know this may come off as a little brash, but if you're struggling, I think you need to hear it. A part of me needed to hear it as well. If you want to provide feedback, email me at kemkraft@gmail.com . Watch me live on...
Sep 09, 2020•25 min•Ep. 9
This episode is more of a diary entry than previous episodes. I didn't have a theme this week so, I discuss my need to lose weight and I talk about the new Twitch team I recently joined. I hope you enjoy the episode and if you have a topic suggestion, please contact me any of the links below. Watch me live on Twitch five nights a week starting at 9:30pm EST at https://twitch.tv/kemkraft DOTS YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTBXycAqmH--Icu3ns5AGOQ KemKraft YouTube: https://www.youtube.c...
Aug 26, 2020•20 min•Ep. 8
On this week's episode I talk about my need to take a break from Twitch and the impact it had on me, my stream, and my mental health. Watch me live on Twitch five nights a week starting at 9:30pm EST at https://twitch.tv/kemkraft Follow me on the socials: Discord: https://discord.gg/jndQuZj Twitter: twitter.com/kemkraft Insta: instagram.com/thekemkraft TikTok: vm.tiktok.com/KER1UL/...
Jul 27, 2020•17 min•Ep. 7
This week is all about switching. With the closing of Mixer and the emergence of Trovo, should you switch platforms. What about switching the games you stream; is it a smart move? I give you my thoughts on Trovo and discuss my experiences when I switched genres and games and how it affected my growth on Twitch. Links to things I discuss: Trovo - trovo.live Atreyeu on YouTube - youtube.com/AtreyeuGaming Devin Nash on Trovo - https://youtu.be/UcUjUluC40s Watch me live on Twitch five nights a week ...
Jul 07, 2020•38 min•Ep. 6
On this week's episode I talk about the struggles I went through when trying to create the brand for my Twitch channel. Sometimes, you have to find it rather than create it. It won' t be easy, but in the end it will pay off. Watch me live on Twitch every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting at 9:30pm EST at https://twitch.tv/kemkraft Follow me on the socials: YouTube: https://bit.ly/kemkraft Discord: https://discord.gg/jndQuZj Twitter: https://twitter.com/thekemkraft TikTok: https://vm.tiktok....
Jun 12, 2020•32 min•Ep. 5
As live broadcasters on Twitch, Mixer, YouTube, etc., we've all had to deal with trolls. In this episode I break down trolls into what I think are the most common troll types. I'll also describe my experiences with each type of troll and how I handled the situations. Watch me live on Twitch every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting at 9:30pm EST at https://twitch.tv/kemkraft Follow me on the socials: Discord: https://discord.gg/jndQuZj Twitter: https://twitter.com/thekemkraft Insta: https://i...
May 25, 2020•31 min•Ep. 3
On this week's episode I discuss my first big raid and what it meant for my channel. I thought it would change my stream forever and in a way it did, but not how you think. I also cover a couple pieces of Twitch related news including the new Twitch gift cards and a new site to help you discover smaller channels. Twitch Gift Cards Twitch Roulette Watch me live on Twitch every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting at 9:30pm EST at https://twitch.tv/kemkraft Follow me on the socials: Discord: htt...
May 14, 2020•19 min•Ep. 2
Welcome to the very first episode of Diary of a Twitch Streamer. Every week I share my experiences as a broadcaster on Twitch in the hopes that you may learn some things you can apply in your own Twitch career. On this episode I discuss my very first Twitch broadcast and the major mistakes I made. Watch me live on Twitch every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday starting at 9:30pm EST at https://twitch.tv/kemkraft Follow me on the socials: Discord: https://discord.gg/jndQuZj Twitter: https://twitter.c...
May 08, 2020•20 min•Ep. 1
Welcome to Diary of a Twitch Streamer. Every week I'll bring you stories from my journey as a Twitch streamer during the past year and a half. I've made mistakes, had some triumphs, and some downfalls. My hope is that you can learn something from my journey that will help you succeed in yours.
May 04, 2020•30 sec