Dancing With the Stars Podcast

Two ballroom dancers

DWTS Season 33 Podcast

How did I do it?

To record my podcast, I used an online audio recorder called Vocaroo. This allowed me to record my voice. To edit, I used Soundtrap as I added music, sound effects, and was able to edit the music I recorded to fade in and out. AI helped me outline my podcast, as it organized what I was going to tall about, as well as help me form the image above.

Credits and Attributions

Podcast created and edited by Katie Royle

Music by: Dancing with the Stars Theme · Bobby Morganstein The Complete Tv Themes Vol. 4 Instrumental ℗ 2010 Bobby Morganstein Productions Released on: 2010-10-13 Music Publisher: Universal Music MGB Songs Auto-generated by YouTube.

Music

Gossip from Season 33

Transcript

To ready for the glitz Glam and gravity defying move season 33 Dancing With the Stars is finally here. This shows a loved reality TV show where celebrities are paired with professional dancers to compete for the big mirror ball trophy at the end of the season some these celebrities consists of the previous Bachelor Joey grass the previous Bachelorette Jen Tran US men’s Olympic gymnast Stephen who specialized Palmer horse. And US women’s rugby player alone with many more this show is mixed with TV stars and athletes who are just making their Dancewear debut along with supporting their social media Sensations. The judges consists of Carrie Ann who was known for just being very kind and getting off track a little bit. George Derek Hough who is known for giving his technical expertise and being very strict on the dancing alone and Bruno who has a big personality and focuses on the big personality according to the judges some of the frontrunners consists of Chandler and Brandon who have been very strong since the and Joey and Jenna who have also been strong but surprisingly and then some fan favorites from the votes have been Steven and Riley for their personalities alone. Ilona and Allen from their social media and their fun friendship. And someone who just got eliminated was Emma and Reggie. But Reginald was a fan favorite as just, this cute old man. Really trying to dance. So, if you want to keep people in competition, you can vote text 21513 and vote your favorite. Couple through social media, or text. Like, I just said this season, your vote really matters more than ever fans at home, or helping decide who stays and who goes and they’re many more couples left. So whether you’re rooting your favorite star or tuning in for jaw, dropping teens season 33, bringing the heat on Dancing With the Stars.

Podcast Outline

My Detailed Outline

Details

My detailed outline for my two-minute podcast will be about Dancing with the Stars Season 33

  • I will record in a quiet room with no background noise: unless I decide to add the sound effects from the show
  • I will be using my iPhone or an online voice recording website called, “vocaroo”

The Outline

I. Introduction (15 seconds)

  1. Opening Line:
    • “Get ready for glitz, glam, and gravity-defying moves—Season 33 of Dancing with the Stars is here!”
  2. Context:
    • Brief mention that DWTS is a beloved reality TV show where celebrities pair with professional dancers to compete for the coveted Mirrorball Trophy.
    • Acknowledge that Season 33 continues the tradition of bringing surprising cast members, dramatic performances, and judge critiques.

II. Cast & Star Power (25 seconds)

  1. Diverse Celebrity Lineup:
    • Highlight a few standout celebrity contestants from different backgrounds (actors, athletes, social media influencers, etc.).
    • “This season boasts a mix of beloved TV stars, athletes making their dance floor debut, and viral social media sensations.”
  2. Fan Favorites:
    • Discuss returning pro dancers who have built large followings, noting any past winners or fan favorites.
    • Mention any celebrity/pro pairings that have created buzz online.

III. Memorable Performances & Themes (30 seconds)

  1. Standout Performances:
    • Reference a few memorable or viral performances from the early weeks, focusing on the most exciting dances.
    • Describe the diversity of dance styles: from classic ballroom to electrifying contemporary routines.
  2. Theme Nights:
    • Mention iconic theme nights, such as Disney Night, Latin Night, or Tribute performances.
    • Highlight how these themed nights shape the creative direction of the show.

IV. Judges & Scores (20 seconds)

  1. Judges Panel:
    • Briefly introduce the judges, highlighting their unique personalities and styles (e.g., Len Goodman’s traditionalism, Derek Hough’s technical expertise).
  2. Scores & Critiques:
    • Mention any early frontrunners in the competition or surprising low scores.
    • Comment on any controversies or moments when the judges disagreed.

V. Audience Engagement & Voting (15 seconds)

  1. Fan Participation:
    • Describe how fans can vote for their favorite couples through social media or text, making the show interactive.
    • “This season, your vote matters more than ever—fans at home are helping decide who stays and who goes!”
  2. Closing Teaser:
    • End with an exciting teaser for the upcoming episodes: “With new twists and challenges ahead, this season is shaping up to be one of the fiercest yet!”

VI. Conclusion (15 seconds)

  1. Final Line:
    • Wrap up by saying something like, “Whether you’re rooting for your favorite star or tuning in for the jaw-dropping routines, Season 33 is bringing the heat on Dancing with the Stars!”
  2. Encourage Tuning In:
    • Mention the day and time of the next episode, and where people can watch (e.g., ABC, streaming platforms).

My Test Recording

More Information

My topic

My podcast will be about Dancing with the Stars Season 33, which is the current season right now. I chose this topic because my best friends and I watch the show each week and we are so entertained, I want to speak about it and get others to tune in as well. Some of our favorite celebrities are on this season. This show has brought us together and I wold love to inspire others to do the same.

Equipment

I will be using my Iphone to record, as I know the quality will be better and I will be able to transport it easier as I talk. I will be in a quiet room with no background noise, however if time allows, I am going to play the theme music for a few seconds.

AI

I used AI to help me write this outline as it planned my timing for me and gave me the categories to talk about in an organized fashion. I will fill in the specific details as to the stars I am talking about, the iconic theme nights I found interesting, and my reasonings for wanting my audience to be involved.

I’m Starting a Podcast!

Kinda, sorta…not really.

Oof. Was that to clickbaity? Sorryyyy (not).

For real though. I’ve had so many people tell me I should start a podcast but I have zero time for that between school, my extra curriculars, and maintaining my relationships. Especially because… how TF do you even do that? You’re telling me I have to learn how to do the podcast before actually doing the podcast? Bruh.

Lucky for me, I have to learn how to for class anyways (I need to learn how to insert emojis on these posts because I keep wanting to add them like I’m texting you LOL). Aaand lucky for you, you get to see the process unfold. So in this post, you’ll get to see my outline for a short audio I’ll be using for a visual recording in the future, and a test audio.

The Outline

Professor Cartland says no more or less than two minutes! Wish me luck…

WHO: Me! I’ll be riding solo (for the most part). My boyfriend works at the protein bar at the gym I go to so he may very well end up in a few shots or behind the camera for the visual recordings later on.

WHERE: So, I plan on recording all/most visuals at my gym, Fitness 1440. It’s a 24/7 gym, so I can go at times where there isn’t too many people. T

WHAT: I have a set of mini mics that Bluetooth to my phone that I record my social media content with, so I’m going to use those for both the audio recording and my test snippet. I got them off of Amazon and they’re goated. I also plan on using either cinematic mode on my iPhone 15 or my Canon850D to record visuals later on (or both). Here are some sounds I plan on including in my audio:

  • Weights slamming (the forbidden gym action)
  • Feet running on the treadmill
  • Hands rubbing chalk

Here’s my mic test snippet.

And the visuals I’m envisioning:

  • Gym locker opening and me putting stuff in
  • Putting headphones on
  • Hands clapping with chalk
  • Weights slamming (zoom in)
  • Putting plates on the barbell (zoom in)
  • Me deadlifting (lol)
  • Receiving a protein shake from the protein bar
  • Zoom in of me putting on lever belt
  • Me smiling in the mirror
  • Shot over my shoulder of me looking at pictures of me when I first started my fitness journey (zoom in)

The Outline

Confidence in the Gym: From Intimidation to Empowerment

My topic gym intimidation. As a coach and creator, one thing I hear so often is people caring too much about people looking at them in the gym or judging, being scared to go alone, scared to mess up or not know how to use equipment. And all I hear when people say these things are that they care more about what other people think than what’s best for themselves, so I want to talk about it here (in a more gentle manner).

Introduction (0:00 – 0:15)

“I don’t like going without someone. I don’t know how to use any of the equipment. I’m scared of people looking at me. I’m scared of doing an exercise wrong. I don’t want to look stupid. What if I fail? I don’t know how. We’re literally all gonna die one day. No excuses, just go for it.”

The Intimidation (0:16 – 0:45)

*2-3 secs high intensity music* Listen, I’ll be upfront: I don’t have some intense story about overcoming my Intimidation of the gym because I’ve always been pretty comfortable in the athletic space. My parents both workout, I was a high school athlete. It was never an issue for me. And at this point you’re probably wondering how that’s relevant to you or someone who is working on overcoming that gym Intimidation. No I may not have an ‘overcomer’ story, but I do know what fitness has added to my life and what it brought me out of and in turn cant imagine what my life would look like now had I been afraid of what other people thought about me at the gym and let that stop me from starting.

(0:46 – 1:10)

When I started implementing a fitness routine into my life, the gym found me after gaining 15 pounds in three months, tired no matter HOW much I slept, lethargic, low focus, extremely bloated, the worst acne I’d ever experienced, and after a couple visits to the ER because of health related issues. For me, I started going to the gym because I had no other option. I had hit an extremely low point for myself. I NEEDED that change, and I was ready to make it. I think it’s unfortunate that it took me feeling so low in order to take both my mental and physical health seriously.

(1:11 – 1:45)

And for people that have never felt their own low for themselves, that low that drives you to implement change in your life, I cant blame them for letting what others might think of them at the gym stop them from starting. However, now that I’ve felt seen and felt the fruit of my labor, it makes me that much happier that I took action because I FEEL so much better physically and I’ve never been so confident, so naturally t makes me so much more hopeful that others would do the same for themselves.

Closing (1:46 – 2:00)

All of the people you see in person and online that you perceive as pros in the gym, all started as beginners. Hell, we were all babies that didn’t know how to walk, but we fell and got up to try again. All the people you see in the gym are there for the same reason as you: to better themselves. Don’t let what you THINK they’re thinking stop you from working on you and taking care of YOUR health. That’s like giving them a remote control to you. You deserve to take up space and there is room for you to learn and grow and experience failure in the pursuit of greatness. It all starts with saying ‘yes’ to yourself.

Podcast Overview

Topic

My podcast will be focusing on how sports are an important activity for families to enjoy together. The main topics of my audio story will be: bonding, learning, and memory making that occur because of the viewing of sports.

Plan

  1. Story
    1. The importance of sports/ watching sports with family. My personal experience with sports in my family. 
  2. Goal
    1. Inform the audience on the role of sports within a family. 
  3. Angle
    1. There is a lot of emphasis placed on the role of playing sports in a child’s life, but not much focus on how watching sports can be beneficial for a family unit. 
  4. Format
    1. Monologue
      1. Monologue because I can share my personal experience of my family watching sports. 
  5. Research
    1. I would need to have specific support that shows that watching sports actually has evidence based benefits within a family.
      1. Meaningfulness of Watching Sports as a Family
      2. Benefits of Watching Sports with Family
  6. Locations/ Subjects
    1. I will probably use my house as the location. My background noise is mostly going to be the sound of a football game on in the house and my family talking and joking during it.
  7. Budget/ Equipment
    1. I plan on using things I have at home for this, such as my phone and the microphone on my wired headphones for recording, and then my laptop for editing. 
  8. Time
    1. I think I should be able to tell this story in the allotted time. My script is very detailed and I plan on practicing beforehand to ensure that I am able to get my point across clearly and concisely in the time.

Outline

In order to create my outline, I first devised my plan for the podcast and then utilized Microsoft Copilot as a starting point for my outline. I then went more in depth and created a script.

title – there’s more to life than sports

intro (0:00-0:20)

– introduce myself and the topic 

“Hey guys, this is Alexa and today I’m going to share why I think that sports are a crucial bonding activity for families.”

– background of topic 

“I’m sure most people have heard the phrase, ‘there’s more to life than sports’ and I completely agree. There is more to life than sports, but sports provide a way for us to appreciate the most important thing: our families.”

– intro music 

point 1: connecting and bonding (0:20-0:50)

– background sounds of family talking and laughing together

– explain relevance 

“One of the most evident benefits of watching sports together is that it sets aside a specific time for families to gather together and relax. No matter the sport, as a family gathers together around the tv, they are talking and laughing, and spending important quality time together.”

– personal experience

“From as early as I can remember, my family has sat together and watched football on Sundays. Even though I don’t necessarily enjoy the sport itself, I always look forward to this time together. Football Sundays are a big deal in my family and are a tradition I plan to continue within my own family one day.”

point 2: learning (0:50-1:20)

– background sounds of game commentary

– explain relevance 

“Sports are an important part of any child’s life. There are many studies that show that sports are important for not only a child’s physical health, but also their mental well-being. This can also be the case with watching sports. Children can watch with their parents and learn the rules and the intricacies of the game.”

– personal experience

“As I mentioned earlier, I was never a big sports fan. I did not and still don’t enjoy playing sports, but while watching sports with my dad and brothers, I learned a lot about competition and sportsmanship. Growing up, the boys’ love for sports extended outside of the tv as well. On countless Sundays, there would be family football games in the front yard, where my brothers attempted to teach me specific routes. Learning about sports has led me to have a healthy amount of competitiveness and taught me a lot about the world.”

point 3: creating memories (1:20-1:50)

– background sounds of stadium cheering 

– explain relevance

“The memories a family makes while watching sports are numerous. From seeing your favorite team win the Superbowl, to attempting a new recipe for your family to try. These are the stories that will be passed down for generations to come.”

– personal experience

“For my dad’s birthday a couple years ago, my brothers and I took him to a Redskins game, which was my first football game ever and one of my favorite memories. Another core memory I have is all the baseball games my family would attend while I was younger. My dad loves to talk about his memories of watching football with his dad and his grandpa, which makes our time as a family now, even more special.” 

conclusion (1:50-2:00)

– summary of topic

“Long story short, grab your family, pick a sport, and enjoy the game. Because while you’re rooting for your favorite team, you’re learning that there’s more to life than sports.” 

– outro music 

My Sample Recording

As mentioned above, I recorded this sample in my bedroom, while using my phone and wired headphones for the microphone. My sample recording simply contains what I was planning to eat for breakfast this day.

Podcast: Our Shrinking Attention Span

Episode synopsis

This episode centers around the ever shrinking attention span of people in the modern age. Research indicates that in the past twenty years the average person’s attention span has decreased significantly. This is due to excessive distractions attributed to social media and ever increasing technology use. The episode seeks to identify problems contributing to our declining attention span and help users identify strategies they can use to increase their concentration and attention span.

Behind the Scenes

The audio sample posted here was recorded utilizing Sennheiser headphones as the microphone, and edited on a MacBook laptop. Soundtrap was used as the editing software in which recordings were stored and sound effects were added in. Royalty free music was downloaded from Bensound.com and used for non commercial purposes.

Audio Sample:

Script/outline for podcast:

Topic: How to improve attention span

  • 0-20 seconds
    • Podcast intro: Welcome audience to Christian Speaks (To You) podcast.
    • Intro music: 
    • Topic intro: Explain that increasing technology usage is leading to attention spans being shorter. Studies conducted in 2003 showed average attention span while on a webpage was close to 3 minutes, while as of 2023, it’s about 47 seconds.
  • 20-40 seconds
    • Background on topic: Technology provides a greater number of distractions than such as texts, and social media notifications. 1
    • Why this topic is important: This is important because people make more errors when they are distracted, it takes longer to complete assignments and tasks, and stress levels increase when focusing on multiple different things.1

Ways to increase attention span.

  • 40-60 seconds
    • First point about topic: Reading can help to increase attention span by training the mind to concentrate on a singular task. A good tip is to mute your phone to avoid distractions and focus on reading for 20-30 minutes straight without losing concentration. (Insert sound effect recording of pages turning in a book, which I will record myself). 
  • 60-80 seconds
    • Second point about topic: The spider technique. Explain about what the spider technique is and how this metaphor can help you understand how to ignore distractions when they come up. You can also incorporate the phrase “Be Here Now” which is said after a distraction arises to help refocus your brain on the topic at hand.
  • 80-100 seconds
    • Third point about topic: Other important tips for improving your attention span that can be helpful to try: Exercise such as jogging or walking (Record sounds on outdoor walk)., helps to release endorphins and get blood flowing which will improve brain function. Giving yourself a reward for completing an assignment or task, such as rewarding yourself with a snack after reading for 30 mins, etc. 
  • 100-120 seconds
    • Conclusion: Thank audience for listening and hope that some of the tips can be implemented into your life and be of use. 
    • Acknowledgments: Thank CBS, George Washington University, and Kansas State for their research being published and utilized by this podcast.
    • Sign off: Thank audience once again and say goodbye to listeners.

[1] https://www.cbsnews.com/news/are-attention-spans-getting-shorter-and-does-it-matter/

[2] https://healthcaremba.gwu.edu/blog/how-to-increase-attention-span

[3] https://www.k-state.edu/counseling/services/resources/self_help/improvingconcentration.html

Digital Image Creation

Who knew?

As discussed in my first post, I love to create! Some of my earliest memories consist of painting welcome home banners with my mom and brother for my dad when he’d come home from deployments, painting pumpkins, and making Christmas cookies with my mom.

If I could pinpoint a time that really got the ball rolling on my exploration of creation in my “adult” life (besides being in choir all of middle school), it would be taking pictures for the photography club that I wasn’t even in my 8th grade year. That club advisor went on to choose my art for our school yearbook cover that year (you know my 12 year old self was SICED).

Ever since then, I’ve not only enjoyed exploring things like photography, graphic design, drawing, modeling, event planning, content/video creation and fashion, but sharing these things with others in addition to learning from others that are more advanced in these areas.

Now. Despite my thorough exploration of digital creation, there is ALWAYS more to learn! So I am going to summarize some things that have been a review for me recently along with new things I’ve learned.

All the Things

If you are a human in 2024, you have likely heard of ‘pixels,’ or the smallest units of a digital image. Pixels, (short for “picture elements”) are tiny dots that combine to form an image, akin to atoms in a physical object. Each pixel can display a different color, and a higher number of pixels enhances image detail.

Resolution refers to the image’s level of detail, defined by the total number of pixels, expressed in width x height format. For example, “100×100 resolution” means the image is 100 pixels wide and 100 pixels tall, while “1920×1080 resolution” signifies an image that is 1,920 pixels wide and 1,080 pixels tall. More pixels contribute to a clearer and more detailed image.

There is so much more to know about graphics like rastor graphics (the photos on your phone) and vector graphics (your favorite brands logo), but I won’t get into the nitty gritty- just know there’s a world of knowledge about graphics!

Info drawn from Professor Cartland’s Canvas page!

My Site Graphics

I got to make two graphics for my site, and I’ll be so honest, my professor is probably going to tell me I have to go back and do them on different software or that they’re resolution is off, but that’s a problem for future me (I’m still learning-everything is FINE).

My Favicon

First of all, favicon is the best word I’ve ever heard. Second, it’s that lil logo you see on the tab at the top of your screen. Mine is a little heart connected to an upside down heart that I drew forever ago. For as long as I can remember, I’ve always signed these hearts with my name, and a couple years ago, my parents and I got it tattooed. I made this JPEG graphic on Vectr, using 512 x 512 pixels as it is the recommended sizing by WordPress for favicons. I wanted the background to be transparent, but I couldn’t figure out how to do it in Vectr, so I gave up.

Heart connected to and upside down heart.
My signature doodle, tattoo, and now favicon.

My header

I also created a header for my website! I am a Canva girly at heart, so I created a PNG vision board using all photos that I took in my camera roll- after all, my whole thing is about ‘loving yours,’ so I wanted it to be all of the moments in my life that I am grateful for. Friends, coffee, food, fitness, and family. I included a few quotes from Pinterest to which I’ll link their original home on the web. The WordPress theme that I have my website set to right now has a header of 1300 x 500 pixels, and the closest pixel sizing that Canva has is 1500 x 500, so I had to crop a little in WordPress, but that’s okay.

Mood board full of photos of friends and family smiling and laughing, food, a variety of drinks, and small quotes.

Small steps everyday.

Focus on the good.

She believed. She prayed. She planned. She executed.

Be happy with what you have while working for what you want.

Me and a collage go together SO well.

Digital Image Creation

My Images

My “favicon” is a “K” in pink with the name “Katie Royle underneath. The color pink represents how I go about life. Not only is my room covered in this color, but it represents a sense of vibrance that I try to display throughout my days. For my Site Image, I decided to stick to the theme and use a pink “K.” When people click on my link, I want them to feel happy from the colors, while understanding what they are clicking on with the letter “K.”

My Process

I decided to use Logo Maker to create these icons. These files are JPEGs as I felt it was a common file type that viewers will be able to see clearly.

The ,"Favicon," that has the name, "Katie Royle," in pink with a large "K."

Image found on Design

The site header that is a large "K."

Image found on Design

    Digital Image Creation

    Favicon

    My Image & Why

    Red circle containing yellow and blue shapes. Has the letter 'A' in the top left.
    Favicon Alexa Kincaid (CC BY-N.D 4.0)

    I wanted my favicon to be simple, yet funky. I also felt that it stylistically matched my site theme. I’ve always had a love for abstract art and I feel that this unique favicon exemplifies my personality and creativity. I included the ‘A’ as a nod to my site name (amkincaid.net).

    Header

    My Image & Why

    Abstract image containing red, yellow, and blue circles, lines and squares. Contains the words "My Blog," "DGST 101," and "Alexa Kincaid."
    Header Alexa Kincaid (CC BY-ND 4.0)

    Once again, I wanted my header to be creative and reflect the site’s theme. I expanded upon the simple shapes I used in my favicon image, in order to ensure continuity throughout my creation process. I included ‘My Blog’ to serve as my site name, as well as including my name and the class that this blog is primarily used for.

    Creation

    Process and Software Used

    I used Vectr to create this image. I went through a trial and error process of learning to use the website and what each of the tools did, but soon found my groove and really just went to town on my image. I first sketched a rough idea of what I envisioned and then let me creative side shine through in the digital reproduction of this image. I was sure to use high contrast wording, for example on my header, I used black text on a white background. This high contrast wording is crucial to obtaining attention and making it more accessible for those visual processing abnormalities.

    File Type Chosen & Why

    I downloaded my favicon file (512×512 pixel) and my header file (1920×1080 pixel) as JPEG images. JPEG images are typically raster graphics, meaning that each pixel on the image has a specific color that altogether create an image. This is not necessarily the best option, as the image can appear blurry once stretched out, but it is common for website building platforms to require these file types. I ultimately chose the JPEG for an admittedly silly reason: it was the default file type when downloading my creation off of Vectr. That being said, I ensured that I had the right pixel size before download to ensure my image would have the best quality possible when applying it to my site.

    Copyright and Attribution

    Reflections

    My License

    I learned more about copyright throughout this module. Copyright is legal framework to protect a creator’s rights to their original work. The goal of copyright is to maintain the integrity of creative works as the creators get to decide how their work is distributed and used. As the creator of my site, I own the copyright to it. I chose my license so I can encourage others to share my work while giving me credit for what I completed. I wanted to allow collaboration and others to build off of my work, while still accrediting my ideas.

    Others’ Work

    Using the work of others ethically allows you to respect the creators while sharing work by understanding copyright terms. Attribution is important when using work ethically in order to honor their work. Fair use plays a crucial role because you will be able to decide the appropriate timing of when to use work without permission. Licensing is also important as you must legally understand how to use other people’s work. Being ethical allows each individual to serve and gain a sense of respect.

    Photo of books on a couch representing peaceful moods.
    Photo by Mauri Studio: Pexels
    Image of a lion running through the grasslands
    Photo by Youngafrikanna .: Pexels

    Copyright!

    My Copyright License?

    Yup, you heard that right. MY copyright license. It sounds really fancy and like I did a lot to get it, but I didn’t (lol). And that’s the beauty of the simplicity of copyright.

    …so, what is copyright? Copyright protection is automatic when a work is created. Even your napkin doodles at your favorite restaurant! There’s no need to register the work. A Creative Commons copyright waiver, or CC0, is one of the choices available to creators that enables the communication of their wish to make their work publicly available. Creative Commons licenses are an excellent means for authors to express their desires regarding their works (unrestricted access, restricted access, commercial-only use, vice versa, etc).

    The CC0 I chose is called ‘ CC BY-NC-SA 4.0 .’ In digestible terms, here’s what that means:

    1. Anyone using my work must include proper attribution.
    2. Others can not use my work for commercial purposes.
    3. Others can remix, adapt, or build upon my work.
    4. Others must use the same CC license if they adapt my work.

    Yippee!

    A table with two plates of food and coffee
    I’m really hungry while writing this post, so now you have to be too. Plus this is just pretty. Your’e welcome.
    Photo by Amar Preciado from pexels.com.

    So what?

    Why care about copyright? The point of copyright isn’t to halt all creativity and collaboration. Using the creative works of others ethically involves respecting the rights of the original creators while also fostering creativity and inspiration. If you’ve ever created anything in your life, perhaps you can empathize with the feeling of if someone used your creation without your permission first when you would’ve preferred if they had asked beforehand. This is the same idea behind copyright. We have the wonderful vehicle of the web to be able to share creations with millions of people all over the world, so it is important for creators to have control of how their works are used among the masses.

    The face of a gorilla.
    Meme remix by me. Photo by Florian Kriechbaumer from pexels.com.

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