Finding My Voice: How I Discovered a Niche in Historical Vlogging

When I first started making videos about Griffith Park and Los Angeles history, I wasn’t thinking about  algorithms or followers. I was thinking about stories that deserved to be told: the history beneath the hills, the Tongva people who lived here long before the city existed, and the layered legacy of the land we take for granted.

What I didn’t expect was how much my narration style would become central to my identity as a creator.

I narrate slowly and deliberately. Sometimes, my LA accent or subtle Spanish cadence peeks through... but it makes the narration human, relatable and tied to the native geography I am talking about.

In the world of online video, friction is proof your content is reaching beyond your usual audience.

• Mild pushback shows people are thinking about your video.
• Even comments that challenge or nitpick indicate the content is stimulating, which is exactly what I aim for.

This engagement isn’t personal. It’s not a sign I’m doing something wrong. It’s a sign my videos are landing, resonating, and, most importantly, making viewers reflect on history they may have overlooked.

Lessons I’ve Learned

1. Your authentic voice is your superpower. Don’t flatten your accent or edit out subtle quirks because they make your narration memorable.
2. Confidence attracts attention. Calm authority in delivery produces engagement, even if some people push back.
3. Friction is growth. Not all pushback is negative. Some is algorithmic validation that your content is stimulating.
4. Focus on your story, not their comments. Respond when it adds value; ignore when it distracts.