Couple quick thoughts on the vlogs, because the vlogs are really interesting. 1. It humanizes nostr in a way where it feels harder to dismiss nostr as far right bitcoin crazy people etc… 2. The culture around creating the vlogs is very interesting. Seems like people kind of acknowledged it might be cringe early on, but were like whatever let’s try it and have some fun. 3. Feels like early tumblr or something. An organic community of unique creators all doing their own thing in a way that’s separate yet additive to the broader community. 4. No one is trying to go viral so the vlogs are on average very calm, relaxed and authentic. 5. This has happened a few times with my vlogs, but over time I expect more vlogs will get posted on x etc… and become the top of the marketing funnel to pull people over to nostr based on the strength of content. TLDR: The vlogs are working

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GJM 9 months ago
Good thoughts!
As I've already said, I've personally really enjoyed seeing vlogs become a trend on Nostr in recent days. I agree with you, it humanizes the network and I think it will open up the protocol to normies.
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Benking 9 months ago
feel the same way as you🧡I think vlogs on Nostr have had a really positive impact. Since this trend started, the platform has become more personal and authentic, with people showing more of themselves, not just their ideas or text. This makes interactions feel more human and natural. I believe this change can also make it easier for regular people to join, since vlogs are much more accessible and understandable than technical or complex posts. In fact, this trend is taking the protocol from a niche, specialized environment to a friendlier, more public space.🙏🏽
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BBG 9 months ago
The Reverent Vloger preaches again 🙏🏻👊🏻
When creators aren’t chasing viral metrics, they default to genuine expression over performative content. The “acknowledged cringe but let’s do it anyway” shows community maturity, embracing experimentation without perfectionism paralysis. I promise you I will never post to any other platform for crossover. I’m Sola Nostr. The vlogs aren’t just working, they’re creating genuine community gravity that traditional marketing simply cannot replicate.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ @HODL 🫵🏻🫡 View quoted note →
Vlogs have really emphasized the authenticity of Nostr right now. Traditional social media feels fake and artificial, Nostr feels alive and organic.