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This post is probably way out of my depth but I am going to write it anyway. I don't have anywhere near the reach on this platform that might be required for a post of this nature, but I'll give it a go anyway. I thought it best to get my disclaimer in right from the outset.
So last night I was hanging out with 
Anyway, during the various chats the issue of community cohesion and the success of the Hive platform was discussed again. Engaging in these types of conversations I often find myself reflecting on the sadness felt by the absence of the hugely missed MSP Waves radio station. Apart from the main station which broadcasted online it had a very vibrant presence on Discord, with it's own server there.
MSP Waves - We Miss You!
The MSP Waves Discord server was a thriving place for latterly Steemians and later Hivians to congregate. You could jump in at any time of the day and there was usually some kind of show or hangout going on. And the variety of shows you could join was very diverse. It was a wonderful world of its own in many ways, but notably had the power to unite so many members of the Hive community. In my humble opinion that was its main strength.
Sadly due to various issues MSP Waves finally shut down in 2023. As a former Steemian I had been lucky to attend various shows and meet some truly awesome people, while learning about crypto and having lots of fun. MSP Waves was the much needed and perfect accompaniment to the Hive platform. And we need something like it back.
Since I joined Hive recently what has struck me the most is the various different communities that have sprung up within the wider Hive community. These communities have often coalesced around certain projects and initiatives to make Hive a more rewarding experience. These communities help to make Hive a much more engaging place. Many of them also have their own Discord servers.
However, whilst it's great to see these organic communities establish themselves and grow what would be amazing is if we could re-establish a new hub for all Hivians to hangout again with structured shows, as we used to do in the MSP Waves Discord server.
I am not proposing we recreate the old magic, MSP Waves was supremely brilliant but it's done and dusted. What I am suggesting is that we create a new magic in the form of a new hub to replace MSP Waves, but this time it's all about the video streaming.
We Need Something New
Let's be honest everyone and their dog are now video streaming all over the internet every single day, and so we also have to move with the times. This is why we need a live video streaming radio station. So where do we do it?
Obviously we no longer have DLive and DTube, and 3Speak is video content only with no streaming capability. Then there is Cast Garden which from travelling around the Hive pathways I must admit I haven't found too many users talking or posting about this particular platform. Having looked over the site it looks like a solid streaming platform but it's important to note that it is not exclusive to Hive, and is a platform for Fediverse, Nostr and Dero users as well.
HiveStreams.Live
Therefore for me the obvious choice would be to use the newly created HiveStreams.Live platform, created and owned by
Right now there is already a tipping function built into HiveStreams which enables a user to send tips in the form of Hive and HBD directly and immediately to the streamer during a live show. You can also send any token from Hive-Engine. In order to make this possible all the streamer has to do is opt in to set up their hivelive.me page to ensure the tipping function is fully integrated.
Once a stream has ended the video can be stored on site while being replayed on 3speak, so streamers can then monetise their recorded stream. This serves as a meaningful interaction with 3speak, providing them with even more Hive specific content. It's a mutually beneficial engagement in many ways.
There is of course a comprehensive chat function built in to HiveStreams.Live to maximise audience engagement. This function is powered through Hive logins so you know exactly who you are talking to.
Another neat option streamers can take advantage of are the subscription tiers, much in the style of Patreon. Here you can be very creative with your subscription packages with what you intend to offer your viewers in return for them buying a subscription. Subscriptions can be paid for in HBD only because of the peg, which is ideal because that way you can ensure stability with subscription prices.
One of the other very useful functions HiveStreams.Live has built into the platform is the option to publish a post directly onto the Hive blockchain to inform Hivians a live stream is starting, this can be done directly from HiveStreams. This is the latest add on and there is still some development needed for it to be fully operational, but that's on the way soon.
HiveStreams.Live and Hive Integration
HiveStreams.Live has a lot to offer. It's new and fresh and has a ton of Hive integration already there waiting to be used. It is fertile ground for growing a new Hive hub for all of us to come together again, hang out, share stories, learn from each other again, chat shit and have some fun.We need to seriously consider building this kind of replacement for MSP Waves.
We have a solid Hivian in
We have the tools necessary now to re-establish a new central focus for community relations. We need a new reinvigorated live stream base so we can bring the community together and solidify the Hive experience in order to push the Hive brand out there. We need people who aren't afraid of the camera, we need people who enjoy talking to others and sharing with us their talents.
We Need You
Are you funny? An aspiring comedian? Are you into making music and want more exposure? Do you like talking with others and interviewing people? Massively into gaming? Do you have creative writing skills and want to share a story? Are you a crypto expert or enthusiast keen to share your pearls of wisdom? Do you like fucking on camera?! If you answer yes to any of these questions then get in contact and make yourself known.
Also if you are just simply interested in streaming, broadcasting or hosting shows get in contact as well so we can start planning ways forward with this. This proposal is seriously doable and has the potential to return an important and valuable service back to the Hive community. If you have any thoughts or ideas please share them.
Let's get this show on the road!
Peace!