In this episode, I focus on resource management by setting up tree chopping areas to tackle the shortage of logs and firewood. I also oversee the construction of the tavern, which is finally completed! Afterward, I make a strategic decision to switch from cherries to berries for ale production, planning to use ale as a valuable trading resource. Join me as I navigate these challenges and make progress in our settlement!
Episode 27 – Saints: Heroes of Faith
In this episode of “A Few Moments with God,” host Swagnilla Ice delves into the concept of saints from both a Roman Catholic and Biblical perspective. The episode explains the categories of saints, the process of canonization, and the roles of saints as intercessors. Listeners will also learn about the significance of the Virgin Mary and her exalted status within the Church. The episode concludes with a mention of Blessed Michael McGivney and a preview of the next episode, focusing on St. Mary of Egypt or the Virgin Mary.
First Hires First: Prioritizing Roles for Growth
Ladies and gentlemen, people of all ages, I invite you to read this post today as I explain how and when I plan to expand from a one-person operation to a dedicated team. My goal is to continue providing the family-friendly, Christian content you expect while ensuring that the quality only gets better.
The way I plan to expand is simple: For every multiple of two thousand five hundred Canadian dollars (C$2,500) in monthly income, I will hire a new full-time team member. For the first milestone (reaching C$2,500 in income per month), I will be hiring myself to do this content creation gig full-time.
As I get closer to that milestone, I will be focusing more and more on content creation and less on working outside of my home. Right now, most of my time is spent working outside to pay my bills and creating content around my job, but as I get more support, that will change.
At the C$5,000 milestone, I will hire a graphics designer to help me out. Their job will be to design all the images—from new art for merchandise and creator cards to thumbnails for YouTube videos. If it needs an image, that person will be responsible for creating it and then getting my approval of the final design.
At the C$7,500 milestone, I will hire an editor to join the team. This person will be responsible for turning my raw recordings and raw Twitch VOD content into final videos for release on my YouTube channel. Their duties will also include moderating my Twitch channel and Discord server to ensure a family-friendly atmosphere is maintained.
Starting at the C$10,000 milestone, I will begin to hire a group of people aimed at putting together bigger projects, such as the dream video project I outlined a few weeks ago. The first among them will be researchers to help me write my podcast episodes and non-gaming YouTube video scripts. From there, I will continue to hire as my business needs and as I can afford them.
In conclusion, planning to expand my team is not just about growing my business, but also about enhancing the quality and diversity of the content I provide. Every milestone represents a step towards a more dynamic and creative future, one that allows me to focus on what I love most: creating meaningful, family-friendly, and Christian content for you all.
While I don’t know if I’ll be a perfect boss, I have learned in my life so far what I don’t want to be as a boss, and I am committed to fostering a positive and supportive work environment. Your support is what makes this journey possible, and I am incredibly grateful for it. Stay tuned for more updates and thank you for being a part of this exciting adventure!
Creative Engineering E8: Mastering Gravel and Sand Automation with Pedestals
In this episode, Swag unveils his latest tricks for automating gravel and sand using pedestals, and shares his strategic journey to snagging a coveted silk touch book through villager trades.
Swag Plays Factorio S2 E22: Preparing for Robotics
In this episode, I automate solar panels after adding another module to my steam power area. I also address a water shortage issue affecting the production of blue science packs, and I advance the research queue towards robotics, which will make my life easier in the long run.
Swag Plays Banished S2 E14 – Prepping for Trade with Cherry Brew
In this episode of Banished, the community gears up for trading by building a tavern to brew cherry alcohol. Faced with a resource shortage, the town must strategize, while Swag explains how farmers become essential laborers during late fall and winter.
Episode 26: The Writings and Legacy of St. Augustine
In this episode of “A Few Moments with God,” I delve into the profound writings and enduring legacy of St. Augustine. Join your host, Swagnilla Ice, as he explores Augustine’s influential theological contributions, his stance on key moral issues, and his impact on the structure of the Church. I’ll also touch upon his views on free will, just war, and opposition to slavery. Tune in to discover how St. Augustine’s thoughts continue to shape Christian thought and practice today.
Introducing the Pyramid of Support
Hey everyone,
I’m thrilled to share a project that I’ve been working on in Minecraft: a solid square pyramid made entirely out of sandstone, with each block representing one of my amazing Twitch followers or YouTube subscribers. 🎉
This Pyramid of Support symbolizes the foundation you all have helped me build. Every block stands for someone who has believed in me, watched my content, and engaged with the community.
Building this pyramid has been a labor of love, and seeing it take shape has been incredibly rewarding. It’s a testament to the incredible journey we’ve had together, from the first subscriber to the newest follower. We’re also getting so close to our first milestone of 500 supporters, which makes this project even more special!
Thank you for being part of this adventure. Your support means the world to me, and I couldn’t have done it without each and every one of you. Here’s to many more blocks and many more adventures! (And yes, it will keep on growing for every new Twitch follower and YouTube subscriber I get. My hope is that it grows so big, it’ll touch the build height limit!)
Stay awesome,
Swagnilla Ice (Nathan Pinno)
Creative Engineering E7: Fuel-Free Smelting and Cooking with the Create Mod
In this episode, Swag walks you through setting up the mixer and four encased fans using the Create mod. He demonstrates how to use one encased fan to make charcoal and another to craft a piece of soul sand, which he borrowed from his lava setup two episodes ago, for the soul campfire. Swag then shows how easy it is to make soul sand, explains how it can be turned into quartz, and places it back in the lava setup. He also shows how you can smelt ores and cook food without fuel. In the end, Swag explains how the mixer can halve the cost of andesite alloy from 2 andesite and 2 iron nuggets per alloy to just 1 andesite and 1 iron nugget. These game-changing tips will definitely enhance your game play!
Swag Plays Factorio S2 E21: Improving Green Science Production
Swag ramps up his green science production and delves deeper into the tech tree in this episode of Swag Plays Factorio. As his factory grows, so does his power consumption. Get ready for a power expansion in the next episode!