Join Tyra Burton, award-winning professor, social media strategist, and geek culture enthusiast, alongside Charles "Rock God of Podcasting" McFall for a weekly adventure in connection, creativity, and fandom. With over a decade of experience fostering dynamic discussions at Dragon Con, Tyra and Charles bring their passion for storytelling and community-building to the mic. Each episode dives into fresh discussions with creators, exclusive panels, and takeovers from fan-favorite personalities, all while celebrating the art of collaboration.
Be Awesome Together
Claim This Podcastby Charles McFall, Tyra Burton
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Join Tyra Burton, award-winning professor, social media strategist, and geek culture enthusiast, alongside Charles "Rock God of Podcasting" McFall for a weekly adventure in connection, creativity, and fandom. With over a decade of experience fostering dynamic discussions at Dragon Con, Tyra and Charles bring their passion for storytelling and community-building to the mic. Each episode dives into fresh discussions with creators, exclusive panels, and takeovers from fan-favorite personalities, all while celebrating the art of collaboration.
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May 9, 2026
Surfing the Chaos: Every Wave Is Different
<p>🎙️ Episode Summary</p><p>What happens when two of the most genuine voices in the creator space sit down and get real about burnout, boundaries, and what it actually means to build something you love? This episode of Be Awesome Together is one for the books — and not because everything went perfectly, but because Charles and Tyra let you see exactly what it looks like when life starts redirecting the ship. Charles opens up about stepping back from the show, the therapy that helped him get there, and the deeply honest reckoning he had at Stellarfest about how he defines success. Spoiler: it's not the panel rooms or the nominations — it's a stage, thousands of people, and just being him. And he couldn't get there running on empty.</p><p><br /></p><p>But here's the thing — this isn't a goodbye story. It's a becoming story. Tyra picks up the mantle with fire and vision, reshaping Be Awesome Together into what it was always meant to be: a gathering space, a digital third place where creators, dreamers, and everyday humans can show up, swap skills, and feel the kind of community that usually only happens at conventions. The show is evolving, the energy is electric, and honestly? The chaos has never looked this promising.</p><p>✅ Actionable Takeaways</p><ul><li><p><strong>Name your non-negotiable version of success.</strong> Charles's moment of brutal honesty — admitting he won't feel successful until he's on that stage performing for thousands — was liberating, not limiting. Get clear on your real goalpost, even if it makes you uncomfortable.</p></li><li><p><strong>Recognize the stop signs before they become stop signs.</strong> Whether it's not wanting to move off the couch or dreading something you used to love, your body and spirit give you signals. Don't wait for a full breakdown to listen.</p></li><li><p><strong>Reframe what support looks like in your relationships.</strong> Your partner, spouse, or friend may be supporting you in ways you haven't recognized yet — by not standing in your way, by holding down the home front, by quietly showing up.</p></li><li><p><strong>Protect your decompression rituals.</strong> Whether it's sitting in your car in the driveway before going inside or writing at 2 AM in a quiet dining room — those small pockets of peace are not wasted time. They're fuel.</p></li><li><p><strong>Give yourself permission to pivot the project, not abandon it.</strong> Be Awesome Together isn't ending — it's becoming a gathering space. When something isn't working in its current form, ask what it was always meant to be and aim for that instead.</p></li></ul><p>💬 Quote of the Episode</p><p>"I will never be happy, I will never be successful until I'm on that stage in front of thousands of people, and that's all I have to do — I show up, I be me, and I get paid for it." — <strong>Charles McFall</strong></p><p><br /></p><p>📲 Stay Connected</p><p>Follow <strong>Be Awesome Together</strong> on <strong>Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and TikTok</strong>. </p><p>Check out our links at <strong>linktr.ee/beawesometogether</strong></p><p>Surf The Chaos, Enjoy the Ride! 🌊</p><p>These notes are empowered by Claude AI</p>
May 2, 2026
When Creators Hit the Wall
<p>Sometimes creators don’t burn out because they hate what they do—they burn out because they love it so much they keep pouring from an empty cup. In this episode of <strong>Be Awesome Together</strong>, Charles and Tyra dive into the very real weight creators carry: exhaustion, dopamine chasing, life responsibilities, screen fatigue, and the pressure to always produce. What starts as a conversation about “creator depression” becomes something deeper—how ambition, hustle, and identity can quietly drain the people who seem strongest on the outside.</p><p>But this isn’t a pity party—it’s a practical and honest roadmap back to yourself. From analog moments away from screens, to therapy resources, to choosing peace by releasing what no longer deserves your energy, this episode reminds listeners that surviving the grind is not the same as living well. If you’ve ever felt tired in your soul while still trying to smile online, this conversation may hit home in all the right ways.</p><ul><li><p>Schedule <strong>analog recovery time</strong> each week: no phone, no screen, just a walk, porch sit, drive, journaling, or silence.</p></li><li><p>Stop chasing dopamine endlessly—build habits that <strong>restore energy</strong>, not just entertain you temporarily.</p></li><li><p>Look honestly at your screen time and identify one app or habit draining your focus.</p></li><li><p>If therapy feels financially impossible, research <strong>universities, counseling programs, or reduced-cost community options</strong> in your area.</p></li><li><p>Normalize saying “I need help.” Asking early is easier than waiting until collapse.</p></li><li><p>Choose peace intentionally by removing attention from what keeps stealing it.</p></li></ul><p><strong>“You don’t find peace. You choose it by what you ignore, by what you release, by what you stop giving energy to.”</strong> — shared by Charles (Bruce Lee quote)</p><p>Follow Be Awesome Together on YouTube<br>, Facebook<br>, Instagram<br>, and TikTok<br>.</p><p>Surf The Chaos, Enjoy the Ride!</p><p>These notes are empowered by AI. ~Chad</p><p>Actionable TakeawaysQuote</p>
April 4, 2026
Be Awesome Together: The Gathering
<p>This episode kicks off in pure chaos—and somehow turns that chaos into connection, creativity, and a whole lot of laughter. What starts as playful banter about shelves, editing struggles, and podcast launches quickly spirals into deeper conversations about building creative momentum, finding your voice (even when you hate hearing it), and navigating the ever-evolving digital landscape. There’s an undercurrent here: everyone’s juggling something—projects, burnout, growth—and still showing up anyway.</p><p>But the real magic? It’s in the collisions. Coffee meets tea. Horror meets logic. Podcasts meet newsletters. And somewhere in between, you get raw insight into what it actually looks like to create in real time—messy, imperfect, and wildly human. Whether it’s launching a new show, experimenting with tech at conventions, or figuring out how to grow in spaces like Reddit, this episode is a reminder that progress doesn’t come from perfection—it comes from participation.</p><ul><li><p><strong>Ship before you're ready.</strong> Whether it's a podcast, newsletter, or idea—momentum beats perfection every time.</p></li><li><p><strong>Don’t over-edit yourself.</strong> The things you think are “bad” are often what audiences connect with most.</p></li><li><p><strong>Lean into your ecosystem.</strong> Cross-promote your projects, reuse content, and let your platforms support each other.</p></li><li><p><strong>Experiment with new tools.</strong> From digital displays to AI workflows—small upgrades can create big audience impact.</p></li><li><p><strong>Engage before you ask.</strong> Especially in communities like Reddit—build presence before expecting response.</p></li></ul><p>“Surf this chaos… upgrade your surfing game.” — Charles McFall</p><p>Follow Be Awesome Together on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.</p><p><strong>Surf The Chaos, Enjoy the Ride!</strong></p><p>These notes are empowered by AI. ~Chad</p>
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