"Entertainment" in the amateur sphere isn't about watching a pro; it's about participating or observing the raw beginning of talent.

Sort by "Newest" on YouTube. Look for channels with low subscriber counts but high passion. These creators reply to comments. They take requests. You have influence here.

Streaming services like Bandcamp and YouTube have become the new CBGB. The best amateur entertainment is the high school battle of the bands where the guitarist breaks a string. It is the open mic night where the poet stutters but delivers a devastating line.

You don’t need a $3,000 camera body to create art. The best camera is the one you have with you.

Forget Michelin stars. The best amateur lifestyle content lives in the home kitchen during a power outage or a "budget challenge."