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The 3-second hook: how to start a short clip
Why the first three seconds decide a short clip, and five honest ways to open one: start with tension, cut the intro, show the payoff and keep the promise.
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Is it legal to post clips from podcasts, streams or interviews? Why credit is not permission, which sources are safe to use, and how to ask a creator for a yes.
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