Dealcasters

06/05/2026

Real talk: how many of us have bought headphones we thought were perfect, then realized they were the wrong tool for the job? 🙋
That's exactly why we did this PointCinco hybrid review. Spoiler: the active noise cancellation (-42dB!) is incredible for flights, coffee shops, and deep-focus work — but we're keeping it 100% honest about what they're NOT built for. 🎧
👉 Watch the full review and tell us: what's the ONE piece of gear you can't create without?
https://pulse.ly/0qzdlmrj9c

05/21/2026

We Put Two Popular Wireless Mics to the Test — Here's What Happened...

If you've ever recorded content outside and cringed at the playback… you're not alone.

Jim Fuhs took the Hollyland Lark M2 and the Maono Wave T5 outdoors for a real-world audio comparison — birds chirping, dogs barking, zero studio conditions. We even threw in the iPhone's built-in mic as a baseline.

Here's what stood out:

🔹 The Hollyland Lark M2's one-touch noise cancellation genuinely cut through the chaos — and at just 9 grams, you forget it's even there
🔹 The Maono Wave T5 held its ground and is worth a listen if you're exploring options
🔹 The iPhone mic? Let's just say… it captured EVERYTHING (including things you didn't want)
🔹 At $99 with USB-C, Lightning, AND camera receivers, the Lark M2's versatility is hard to beat
🔹 40-hour battery life with the charging case means less stress on long shoot days

Whether you're podcasting, livestreaming, creating content for your business, or filming on-the-go — upgrading your audio is the single biggest improvement you can make.

Don't fear the gear — just make an informed choice. 💪

What wireless mic are YOU currently using? Drop it in the comments 👇

05/12/2026

🎙️Your phone makes gorgeous video. So why does it sound so bad?

We just reviewed the Shure MV88 USB-C on Dealcasters, and honestly — this might be the simplest audio upgrade any content creator can make.

It plugs directly into your iPhone (15 or later), auto-detects instantly, and pairs with Shure's free Motiv app to give you full control over how your audio is captured.

The kicker? Switch to bi-directional mode and you can record a two-person conversation with ONE mic and your phone. We tested it at a coffee shop. It sounded incredible.

Don't fear the gear — this one is as plug-and-play as it gets.

What's been YOUR biggest struggle with audio when creating content? Drop it below 👇

05/08/2026

Join us LIVE today 3p est on the Shure Amazon Live channel to celebrate SM58 Day! We'll talk with our friend Mario Ponce about the SM58 and all of the great new stuff that Shure has recently released! Join us! https://www.amazon.com/live/broadcast/b5b60fd2-66fc-4fc5-a902-00522c6fe210?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_cm_sw_al__VGWY5M3MJ7KQVP38DX39 Jim Fuhs Fuhsion Marketing Chris Stone

Shop Shure's latest livestream SM58 Day! Great Deals on Iconic Shure Microphones! to discover your new must-have items from Amazon.

02/22/2026

🎙️ 5 Reasons Every Dynamic Mic User Needs the Cloudlifter Mini CL-25:

1. Your mic needs more gain than your interface can cleanly give. The CL-25 adds up to 25dB of transparent, noise-free gain.

2. It protects your expensive mics. Phantom power won't pass through to your dynamic, ribbon, or tube mics. Your gear stays safe.

3. It's absurdly small. Smaller than a lighter. The same patented circuitry as the full-size CL-1, but in a tiny inline package. No extra cables needed.

4. Military-grade components* Class A JFET chips designed for military and scientific applications. You get zero coloration — just your mic's true sound.

5. Built to last. Gold-plated Neutrik connectors, hard-soldered internals, rugged steel chassis, made in the USA with a lifetime warranty.

Whether you're podcasting, livestreaming, making music, or doing remote broadcasts — this little device punches way above its weight class.

Don't fear the gear. Just plug it in. 🔌

🎬 Full Dealcasters review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4THFccZTgqI

Tag a creator friend who needs to hear about this! 👇

08/06/2025

Vulnerability beats perfection every single time.

Rod Berger just proved this on our latest show when he shared his four-square interview prep method - something he admits he doesn't even use anymore but swears by for beginners.

'It's like a transitional object for kids going through divorce - you need something to hold onto when you're cave diving underwater without a rope.'

His willingness to share his 'old school' methods and admit his evolution as an interviewer made the conversation infinitely more valuable than some polished, perfect presentation would have been.

This is the kind of authentic sharing that builds real trust with an audience.

Be sure to watch and/or listen to the full show with Rod. You'll be grateful you did.

Clinical psychologist Dr. Rod Berger shares interview secrets from 4000+ conversations with world leaders. Learn his four-square method & curiosity-driven approach to authentic storytelling.

07/31/2025

💭 "People are watching even if they don't engage. You'll never make connections if you don't put yourself out there."

This quote from Eden Liu hit us hard during her Dealcasters interview.

She shared how a college friend approached her for business advice after silently following her LinkedIn content for YEARS - never liking, never commenting, just watching and learning.

It's a powerful reminder that our audience is often bigger than we realize. Those "lurkers" might be your future clients, collaborators, or biggest supporters.

The lesson? Keep sharing your thoughts, keep engaging, keep showing up. You never know who's paying attention or whose life you might impact.

Have you ever had someone surprise you by mentioning they follow your content? We'd love to hear your stories in the comments! 👇

Eden "PikachuLiu" Liu reveals why your expensive camera gear might be sabotaging your content. Learn smartphone video secrets and community building tips.

07/03/2025

Budget-conscious creators, listen up! 📢

Shure's Laura Clapp Davidson isn't sugarcoating it: "Some will argue you can sound professional for $50, but they are wrong."

BUT before you panic about your budget, she shared some game-changing perspective:

→ Think of it as an investment, not a cost
→ Skip going out to dinner 2-3 times = afford the mic you actually need
→ Her budget-friendly recommendation: Shure MV6 at $169 (comes with everything you need)

Laura's reality check: "If you're making the time commitment to start creating and putting yourself out there, you are worth spending the money on yourself."
Fuhsion Marketing Cast Ahead

Shure's Laura Davidson reveals why your expensive mic might be wrong, shares budget-friendly audio solutions, and talks overcoming perfectionism.

06/27/2025

We need to share something that really hit us during my conversation with media expert James Hicks... 💭

In our world of LinkedIn posts about 6-figure months and Instagram stories flashing expensive cars, this perspective was refreshing:

"If you're constantly chasing the bag, you're missing the real reason for doing this work."

His philosophy centers around:
- Having meaningful conversations with interesting people
- Helping one person at a time with real solutions
- Creating value before asking for anything in return

He shared that success—whether that's financial freedom, industry recognition, or personal fulfillment—naturally follows when you focus on serving others first.

This reminded us why we started our entrepreneurial journeys in the first place. Yes, we need to make money to sustain our businesses and support our families, but when profit becomes the only focus, we often lose sight of the impact we can make.

Sometimes reaching one person with exactly what they need is more valuable than reaching thousands with generic content.

What does success look like for YOU? Is it aligned with serving others? We'd love to hear your thoughts below. 👇

06/25/2025

This might sting a little, but it needs to be said... 😬

Are you making the same content for every social media platform? Taking your TikTok video (watermarks and all) and posting it everywhere else?

Media expert James Hicks called this out during our interview, and honestly, we felt a little called out myself!

His rule: Create content FOR the platform, not just ON the platform.

What works on TikTok (quick cuts, trending sounds, entertainment focus) might completely flop on LinkedIn (professional insights, industry news, thought leadership).

The difference between successful creators and everyone else? They respect each platform's unique audience and algorithm.

This means:
- TikTok gets entertainment-focused content with trending audio
- Instagram gets visually appealing content with strong captions
- LinkedIn gets professional insights and industry commentary
- Facebook gets longer-form, relationship-building content

Yes, this takes more time and effort. But here's the payoff:
• Better engagement rates
• Algorithm favor (platforms reward native content)
• Audience respect (people notice when you care about quality)
• Stronger brand authority

Are you ready to level up your content strategy? Which platform do you want to improve first?