27 Thoughts About Streaming on Twitch

Author and streamer Travis I. Sivart brings you a primer for streaming on Twitch.tv covering more than just technicals, and instead giving you insight into image, content, how to gain an audience, and how to keep your viewers coming back for more.

Travis started doing live, interactive street theater in 1990, went to broadcasting school in 2003, created his first podcast in 2007, changed to live internet pirate radio in 2012, and began live streaming in 2017. Since he published his first book in 2013, he’s been a guest speaker at dozens of conventions, and has done numerous live broadcasts. The point of all that is; He knows a bit about presentation and interacting with the public in an entertainment role.

One of the main points Travis wants streamers to remember is, ＂Something that always goes with having fun is to be yourself. People would rather watch someone awkward who’s having fun, than a professional being miserable. That’s a truth that you can bank on.＂

Book 4 in the ＂27 Thoughts on Social DIY＂ series.