I just wanted to do a quick post about my current obsession, Periscope. (partly, because I want your opinion) Periscope is a live video streaming app (like Meerkat) and it is not really new, but it is new to me. I have been hearing about it for awhile in the newsroom, since the anchors and reporters use it to scope from breaking news scenes or stories that would be interesting to see live. (and to build up excitement to watch the actual newscast)
I finally caved and downloaded the app a few months ago, but only because I wanted to set up an account since I like claiming my blog name for new social media things. (I talked about why I do this in my advice for new bloggers post) I did my first scope at Hudson’s birthday party since we were using those water balloons that filled up all at once and I thought people would find it interesting to see if they worked. (they did.. they were a huge hit actually!) I’ve done a few more videos since then, I like doing my Rocksbox delivery unboxing and I have also done a video of a kids clothing haul from Carter’s.
There is a huge amount of variety of what people post on there. Discussions, driving scopes, just sitting around… you never know what you are going to find! This weekend, my husband and I were hanging out on the couch watching a movie and I decided to see what was on Periscope. Some guy (named Dave) was scoping the Foo Fighters concert from St. Paul. I love the Foo Fighters, and they are great in concert, so this was awesome to watch! He had really good seats and hundreds of people were watching and chatting… even talking about which song they were going to perform next based on the set list. So fun!
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| Oh HI, Dave! |
The other day John Mayer was on there talking about his different guitars and where he got them… etc. Everyone was asking him to play something, so he did. He just propped his phone up, and started playing. He was wearing gym shorts, a baseball cap and sneakers. It was cool to see how someone so famous was just spending time at home. (at least I thought so!) Next week on the blog, I am going to do an whole post on famous people who use Periscope… I have a big list already, but I want to make sure I don’t miss anyone!
Right now, I have just been making the kind of videos I like to watch. Unboxings, fun events, stuff like that. I have SOOO many scopers that I love to watch, but I wanted to share a few of my favorites who scope regularly:
Angela Cruz Ledford: She is a Periscope fanatic and does really fun scopes around South Florida and with her adorable dog, Mogwai!
Michelle Marie Diaz: She is a health and fitness expert and also a mom of two. She hosts discussions, makes recipes, and even scopes her workouts sometimes! Michelle always has such high energy and I love watching her.
Also, Kristen from Mommy in Sports has awesome blog posts on how to use and benefit from Periscope.
So I hope to see you on Periscope soon, and if you have any ideas of what you would like to see me do a scope on… please let me know in the comments! What would you like to see more of? Behind-the-scenes at my job? Blogger Q &A? I have also been thinking about doing a scope to tie into my monthly Family Favorites post. What do you guys think?
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Thanks for including me! I am obsessed with it too! I hope to do more as well…like today!
I watched it.. I hope your little one is feeling better! 🙂
I have yet to make the move to Periscope lol. I know I need to, but I am just still very hesitant!
Thats what everyone is saying!! Don't be afraid, just try it! 😉
Okay, you've convinced me – I'm downloading it now. I am scared of it though – what if no one watches me?
There is always the replay! Give it a try.. you have to start somewhere!
Great post! I have heard of it. I would like to join up, but oh my I think if I have another social media platform to manage I will go nuts! I do not know how people work a full time job and do it …not easy! I would love to see the videos you speak of. Live camera scares me some, I suck at it..lol
I am sure you would be fantastic! You could do a quick outfit of the day scope.. I would love to watch!
I've been on the fence about this just because I wasn't sure how it worked exactly, but since you love it I may just join in:)
I would love to watch your scopes!! I bet you would be awesome!
I love love love Periscope– it's very addictive.
Really addictive!!!!
I signed up about a month ago and just haven't been able to get into it. I find there are almost too many social media outlets these days. Between Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and now Periscope and Snapchat, I just can't keep up!
There are a lot… I decided to skip on snapchat.. I just couldnt take one more thing. 😉
I keep hearing about this. However I told myself I need to be more active on Instagram and my FB page before I do anymore social media. I'll have to check out your account when I do download the app.
Yes there is a lot of social media out there… it can be overwhelming!
I just got it last week and did a quick broadcast. It was cool but I've been thinking about starting videos or podcasts to complement my blog ( http://www.allthethingsido.com ) and was considering using it instead. I think it's a fun way to show special things live but I think as someone building their audience it won't be the best platform on a regular basis but I will keep using it.
Yes I think you have to be selective with how you use it, esp if you are connecting it to your brand!
I haven't signed up for it yet. I keep hearing great things though, so I might. I just keep thinking that I wouldn't know what to do. I guess that's why you watch other people first. =)
Yes just watch a few others… It is a lot of fun, I didnt think I would like it too much.. but I am now obsessed
This is on my to do list…and I'm scared to try…I think I'm afraid nobody will think I'm interesting!
You would be awesome on there!
I haven't checked it out yet. It really sounds cool, so I that's my next thing to try.
You should get on there.. it is so much fun!!
Thanks for sharing…sadly, I had no idea what Periscope was! haha
There is SO much social media out there, so I get it! I still really don't know what snapchat is! ha!
I am a performance-a-phobe. I'm really shy and so I still haven't mastered natural periscoping. It is addicting though and I have to say, I watched one of your recent ones after it was live and LOVED it!!!! Can't wait to see more of Working Mom Magic ❤️❤️❤️
It is scary, I still hate watching mine back.. but I am trying to get used to it.
Great explanation of what it is and how others use it. I was hooked in the beginning but haven't done with it much since. I see a lot of potential but haven't incorporated it into my business strategy. Perhaps I will do more with it for the lifestyle blog – I am still trying to figure it out. One thing that does annoy me with it is he constant notifications. I like how you can now mute people, which you couldn't before. There are some I follow that use it all the time and it feels a bit overwhelming to me. But I think it is a great tool nad love to see how others are creatively using it.
yes I am not really sure what to do with it.. as far as branding for my blog, so I am trying to be selective with what I scope about. Its confusing still
Thanks so much for the shout out! You have some amazing ideas as well. The unboxing stuff is visually appealing as well. Periscope has also become my new obsession. I really need to cut back. lol. But I'm not sure if that's going to happen. Have you tried blab? That's another good one. Would love to start a conversation there.
NO! I cant try something new.. I havent even heard of Blab (but I DO love the name!) ha! I love that you are obsessed since I love watching your scopes!!!
I haven't joined Periscope yet. Not sure if I will but, I did watch a couple to see what it was about.
Yes I think these days we have to pick and choose which social media platforms work best… it is impossible to do it all.
Thank you for actually explaining your experience with Periscope. So often I see hype mavens just telling me that Periscope is so totally awesome thing and it's where all the cool kids are, but no one really takes the time to say WHY I should invest my time or what sort of content is found on there. Your explanation more than any other will probably get me to try it out 😀
I've done it a few times, but it was terrifying! I need to give it another shot.
good stuff… yea, i'm totally getting into it. and i think I've grown to 6 people watching me… up from 5 when i started. ha!
Great I love periscope. I use it in the studio a lot. I need to do some personal videos.
I just signed up for Periscope. I'm not exactly sure what the heck it is yet, but I'll figure it out. I like vlogging so is it basically like live vlogging?