They sold their company to Snapchat (and then became YouTubers) Colin and Samir 2024-05-06 | Use this to make better YouTube videos: http://partner.spotterstudio.com/colinandsamirWe sit down with The Bucket List Family to talk about the ethics of having a family channel, selling their company to snapchat for 40 million, and landing a deal with Disney.00:00 Who is the Bucket List Family?01:28 Sleepwalking in Antarctica07:09 What’s it like to have to film family vacations?08:32 Selling his college startup to Snapchat21:01 The origins of their YouTube channel24:00 How to be so productive27:45 Their passion for traveling33:50 Getting DDoS’d by North Korea40:58 Going on Sharktank and failing42:30 When their YT channel started getting popular 46:30 Who’s their audience?48:00 Commoditizing the aspirational life49:27 Jessica’s book with National Geographic52:14 The ethics and business of having kids on YouTube1:04:04 Their first big travel deal1:07:45 Crowdfunding $10million for a cartoon1:18:10 Where does the Bucket List studio stand today?1:24:18 Their deal with National Geographic1:35:06 When will the Bucket List cartoon be made?1:37:08 What they learned from negotiating multi-million dollar deals1:40:15 The Bucket List business pie chart1:43:20 What their team looks like1:45:53 Family content on YouTube as a category1:55:45 Colin and Samir’s bucket list items1:59:30 Their kids’ relationship with money2:02:40 Travel hacks2:04:39 Representing themselves vs signing with an agent2:09:00 Their future goalsDubbed by ElevenLabs: elevenlabs.io/colin_samir COLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
@Adobe is taking us from the “how to make” to the “what to make” era #AdobeMAX #AdobePartner Colin and Samir 2024-10-15 | ...
YouTube is about to change. Colin and Samir 2024-10-10 | Try Spotter Studio for 60 days: partner.spotterstudio.com/colinandsamirSubscribe to @ConceptCentral for more design mock upsCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 125,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.00:00 Intro02:08 YouTube becomes TV06:42 AI takes over15:31 Wearables, Trying Orion21:59 Future of Titles, Thumbnails, Subscribers24:02 Future of Monetization25:51 Takeaways28:58 Meeting Mark Zuckerberg
Meet the Tyler Perry of YouTube: Kinigra Deon Colin and Samir 2024-09-25 | Sign up for Bitdefender Security for Creators: bitdefend.me/SecurityForCreatorsStart Brainstorming better with Spotter Studio: http://partner.spotterstudio.com/colinandsamirWatch Kinigra Deon OriginalsTHE HITLIST 🎯| "Revenge R Us" | Kinigra Deonyoutu.be/_y0o4QgMl14?si=sXDrhizxPnv_mEl2Photographs of LOVE ❤️ | A Kinigra Deon Specialyoutu.be/p3bsyXKYUWQ?si=oSuC7Z2YsY_4_5I4BOYFRIEND FOR SALE 🤑 | “Love For A Price”| Kinigra Deonyoutu.be/Ri_ogs2aPs0?si=7Uuv03-QPEn2TdJeY CHROMOSOME EP. 2 🦠| "Immune X Gene" | Kinigra Deonyoutu.be/7yJrE4sCj3Q?si=fYaqAIHXj5Vu3mVSGOOD GIRL Falls For BAD BOY 💋🖤| Kinigra Deonyoutu.be/Jtx9FjhLVzI?si=Yi_-CMUboeNAdaz0THE SPY NINJAS 🥷“Movie” | KINIGRA DEONyoutu.be/bL_Zrk3fOGU?si=1lqMeMH_S1Y4oTNK00:00 Who is Kinigra Deon?03:00 The only Kinigra in the world03:50 The Tyler Perry comparison05:07 How did Kinigra get to this point?08:05 Her relationship with money10:24 Moving to LA and acting in other YouTube videos16:14 Pivoting to family-friendly content22:45 Working full time while making YouTube videos26:55 YouTube financial milestones29:55 Challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated industry32:58 Breaking stereotypes in the media39:22 Growing up poor43:00 Hiring a crew51:52 Kinigra the streaming platform52:43 What does her studio look like today?55:56 Her actors57:42 Is her future in Alabama or LA?1:00:42 Which actors have the biggest following?1:02:46 Has she had conversations with Netflix or any other streamers?1:04:12 Her production schedule1:08:16 What does it cost to make an episode?1:10:15 Alabama as a hub1:12:39 Where does her validation come from today?1:14:07 Revenue breakdown and her deal with Spotter1:22:48 How do brand deals work with scripted content?1:27:55 Titles & thumbnails for scripted content & Spotter Studio1:35:50 The concept of familiarity1:40:43 Samir’s pitch to Kinigra1:41:57 Fake guns1:44:06 How she writes her hooks1:47:48 Why aren’t there more female creators?1:52:50 Winning an EmmyCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 125,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
How Cleo Abram Dominated YouTube in 1 Year Colin and Samir 2024-09-17 | Start Brainstorming better with Spotter Studio: http://partner.spotterstudio.com/colinandsamirWatch Cleo Abram videosThe future mark zuckerberg is trying to build youtu.be/oX7OduG1YmI?si=n1yc8DrZjr-1pY7SQuantum Computers, explained with MKBHDyoutu.be/e3fz3dqhN44?si=c0d7FmdekMwmCACcWhy The Olympics Almost Banned This Shoeyoutu.be/pfIWxFIVP_Y?si=su1gZLou6SwHGzwyWhy This Robot Kills Weeds With Lasersyoutu.be/KmxNtDMAj2A?si=JImcjkyLDCyZQBYgDubbed by ElevenLabs elevenlabs.io/colin_samir00:00 Who is Cleo Abram?04:06 Achieving her YouTube dream so quickly05:04 Launching a show, not a channel12:22 How Cleo thinks of her video ideas17:29 Cleo’s idea checklist25:45 The case for simplicity28:03 Watching Cleo’s video about CERN33:35 EARTHQUAKE34:50 Back to CERN41:15 Cleo vs Huge If True45:10 Cleo’s team51:14 Shorts1:08:35 Thumbnails1:14:20 What set Cleo up for success?1:16:42 What she wasn’t prepared for1:18:03 How Cleo came up with the concept for Huge If True1:21:45 Why not pitch the show to Vox?1:27:43 Working at Vox1:40:33 Advertising as a journalist1:45:20 Journalism vs optimism1:54:46 Would Cleo take a Netflix deal?2:04:04 Cleo’s thoughts on AI and pessimism2:06:45 When will Cleo stop making Huge If True?2:10:08 Working with agents2:14:22 Looking to the futureCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 125,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
A simple formula for Financial Security - The Algebra of Wealth Colin and Samir 2024-09-03 | Enter to win the Ridge sweepstakes: ridge.com/colinandsamirUS-only, no purchase necessary Watch Scotts Videos: The Algebra of Happiness: youtu.be/qMW6xgPgY4s?si=3lehS3ifYrXsRozx00:00 Intro03:21 Why you should become a YouTuber in 202406:26 How Scott Galloway invests in storytelling12:03 AI is Ozempic for corporations15:10 How to say whatever you want21:30 Scott Galloway's advice for YouTubers26:20 The future of creator economy according to Scott Galloway33:40 The attention economy explained40:03 Where young people should look for jobs47:10 Scott Galloway's advice for Colin and Samir58:12 YouTube vs Netflix1:04:00 The Algebra of WealthCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 125,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
A Brutally Honest Conversation about 100 Thieves Colin and Samir 2024-08-20 | Start your business today at http://shopify.com/colinandsamirCourage and Nadeshot are two of the founding members of esports and lifestyle company 100 Thieves. We speak with them about the ups and downs of the esports industry. 00:00 Intro01:40 Thanks to Shopify03:11 How 100 Thieves Started09:46 How Money Ruined Esports13:53 Barstool vs 100 Thieves18:51 Where 100 Thieves struggled21:30 Where 100 Thieves excelled23:19 How Courage Joined 100 Thieves27:55 The Problem with the Gaming Industry31:51 The hardest 6 months of Nadeshot's Life33:40 How Faze Banks saved Faze Clan37:10 Dave Portnoy vs Nadeshot42:19 Courage on creator burnout44:55 100 Thieves Talent Contracts45:28 Partnerships Business46:08 How 100 Thieves Makes Money54:00 Should 100 Thieves make its own games?58:50 100 Thieves on Faze Clan's Impact1:05:05 Was VC funding in gaming a mistake?1:15:20 NadeShot almost quit 100 Thieves1:19:38 What happened to Juvee?1:23:40 Colin's advice for 100 Thieves and Faze1:30:07 Losing $100 dollar deal1:32:50 Nadeshot on stepping down as CEO COLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 125,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
How YouTube accidentally beat Netflix Colin and Samir 2024-08-13 | Listen to our full conversation with Scott Gimpleopen.spotify.com/episode/4y8WD0ruwlqtURMViPv2bW Today we chat with Hollywood showrunner Scott Gimple about the battle between YouTube and Netflix. 00:00 Intro00:54 Netflix responds to YouTube competition 4:44 A Hollywood Insider’s POV on YouTube vs Netflix14:43 Week to week viewing18:25 Where should low cost “premium” content live?22:00 Should YouTube have a TV channel?24:47 YouTubers with paid subscriptions28:00 Third Place will win first place30:15 The Next Chapter33:40 Is YouTube friend or foe to Hollywood?37:08 The DeependCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 110,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
13 Years of YouTube Knowledge in 46 Minutes Colin and Samir 2024-07-30 | SUBSCRIBE TO THE PUBLISH PRESS thepublishpress.com Make Better YouTube Videos: http://partner.spotterstudio.com/colinandsamirThe Macbook giveaway is over, but we'll be doing more giveaways this year so SUBSCRIBEJOIN CREATOR STARTUPcolinandsamir.com/creatorstartupDubbed by ElevenLabs elevenlabs.io/colin_samir00:00 Intro01:41 YouTube has changed03:00 The Super Mario Effect05:20 Define Success 07:06 Market Analysis, Audience Definition10:28 Choose Your Value Prop17:42 Write 100 Video Titles21:10 Find a Testing Ground25:10 Scripting a YouTube video29:28 Start with Shorts33:30 The 85% Rule34:41 Find Your Formats35:53 Which Data Matters43:50 The DeependCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 110,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
Is this the end of Hot Ones? Check out the full episode for our take Colin and Samir 2024-07-16 | ...
The Fast Approaching Death of Hot Ones Colin and Samir 2024-07-15 | 00:00 BuzzFeed fails to sell Hot Ones for $70m00:38 The history of Hot Ones03:32 Why BuzzFeed bought Hot Ones in 202105:43 How Hot Ones makes money08:49 Reason #1 - Key Person Risk16:32 Reason #2 - IP Extension19:18 Reason #3 - Replacement value22:24 Reason #4 - Macro media industry trends24:36 What does Sean Evans do next?26:25 Is Hot Ones past its prime?28:10 Who should buy Hot Ones? Dubbed by ElevenLabs elevenlabs.io/colin_samirCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 110,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
How Hasan Piker became the most successful (& hated) political streamer Colin and Samir 2024-07-09 | 00:00 Who is Hasan Piker?01:43 Streaming for 8 hours a day03:13 Does consistency matter?04:50 How does he write his segments?06:26 Are you a journalist or an entertainer?08:05 What makes a good stream?09:27 Jon Stewart11:22 Balancing truth and satire15:02 How chat changes the dynamic16:30 Do you feel responsible for getting the facts right?19:28 Do you attempt to find a middle ground?21:53 What makes you comfortable making controversial content?26:15 Media biases - where does empathy come into play?30:28 How creators approach journalism vs corporations31:30 Media literacy today33:06 Hasan’s thoughts on the New York Times34:14 The business of streaming political commentary37:55 The business of being credible with your audience40:08 Do his Twitch subs increasing during election season?40:43 Appearing on traditional media like CNN42:08 Media literacy - people believe anything that looks professional49:04 Making money but having no time to spend it51:11 Hasan’s family and relationship with money growing up56:38 Do you see any injustices in the creator economy today?1:01:04 Election year1:03:37 How accessible should politicians be?1:04:50 Do you crave anonymity outside?1:09:02 What he’s learned about the people who disagree with him1:13:16 Copyrighting clips1:16:48 Sensationalism wins in an ad-based economy1:21:42 The overall health of the streaming economy 1:23:13 Twitch contracts - MGs, KPIs, etc. 1:25:35 Would you sign a deal with YouTube?1:30:31 What does a healthy content diet look like?1:35:05 Organizing his company as a co-op1:37:47 Where does Hasan want to go from here?1:41:35 The MrBeast-ification of IRL streamingDubbed by ElevenLabs elevenlabs.io/colin_samirCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 110,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
The Cold Email Expert: how to get a billionaires attention. Colin and Samir 2024-06-17 | Check out Riverside: https://creators.riverside.fm/ColinandSamir and use code ColinandSamir for 20% off any individual plan.We've been using Riverside since we started our show to record high quality audio & video with guests.00:00 Who is Alex Banayan?04:15 What is the Third Door?05:30 What’s the Third Door in real life?10:36 How to interview Warren Buffett18:37 How to interview Tim Ferriss21:05 Understanding the value exchange23:34 The internet as the Third Door26:46 How to interview Steven Spielberg33:34 Finding the right Inside Person45:52 The cold email template1:00:44 The importance of personal relationships1:03:07 Alex’s insane story of getting on The Price is Right1:08:28 Colin & Samir’s insane cold emails1:11:27 The importance of creating value1:15:39 Be nice1:21:17 How to *not* interview Mark Zuckerberg1:24:42 You will always lose1:28:50 Alex’s third door nowCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
An honest conversation with the CEO of Instagram Colin and Samir 2024-06-10 | Our interview with Head of Instagram, Adam Mosseri. If you have questions we didn't ask, put them in the comments, or submit them to Adam's AMA on fridays - @Mosseri on instagram.SUBSCRIBE00:00 Who is Adam Mosseri?01:17 Being the Head of Instagram01:59 From designer to head honcho02:48 Adam’s relationship with Mark Zuckerberg04:49 Zuck’s new style: An Investigation06:20 How video has changed Instagram09:50 How posts gain more reach19:09 How important are follower counts?21:39 Deep diving into the algo24:20 IG Reels vs TikTok27:20 How many people watch Instagram without sound?29:32 The competition for cultural relevance35:24 Creator monetization & revenue sharing47:45 Short form video ad revenue attribution53:09 What is a partner ad?56:35 How can smaller creators break through with advertisers?57:44 Creators vs “Instagram Creators”1:02:16 Instagram’s model citizens1:04:21 Using AI to protect against copying1:11:59 The controversial ‘Made with AI’ tag1:16:34 Mental health and Instagram’s effect on kids1:21:28 What happens if TikTok gets banned?1:22:40 The next big thing in social media1:29:14 Instagram’s greatest future mistakeDubbed by ElevenLabs elevenlabs.io/colin_samirCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 100,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
The Unknown YouTuber you should be watching: PrestonGoes Colin and Samir 2024-06-04 | Launch your business on Shopify: http://www.shopify.com/colinandsamirDubbed by ElevenLabs: elevenlabs.io/colin_samirBuy our new Posters - https://presspublish.store/products/poster-bundleCheck out Preston's Channel: @prestongoes Some of our favorite PrestonGoes videosMy RC Submarine Explores a Sunken Aircraft Carrieryoutu.be/d-MubGkqgkE?si=Ma6jB119fgOPbu6nI Built a Go-Kart for Abandoned Railroads *Again*youtube.com/watch?v=stsGKb_KMmM&t=5sI Built an Ultra Realistic Starbucks for My Movieyoutube.com/watch?v=zUvnxOE0JRw&t=3sMy Investigation of the $2.3B Mega Sphereyoutu.be/BsIi6_lOw4U?si=bsEeha5UD1E6VAWtMy Homemade Go-Kart Suitcase is Hated by Airportsyoutube.com/watch?v=pTMcsSx2sas&t=467s00:00 Who is Preston?02:27 Bo Burnham meets Ryan Trahan04:30 Where is Preston in his YT journey?07:27 Ingredients in a Prestongoes video08:35 Learning to make music10:15 I don’t know what to call this chapter14:50 Fear in videos17:52 It’s ok to fail in a video19:55 Let’s talk about the Denver Airport23:15 How do you make someone care in the first 30-seconds?24:33 Preston’s voice over talent25:50 Preston’s story before YouTube38:25 First feeling of success on YT40:39 Can too many YT resources hurt creators?42:58 The rules of YouTube46:10 In depth on opening video loops56:25 Preston’s influences on YT1:00:08 Juggling YT and married life1:09:15 The job of being a YouTuber1:12:03 Learning about the financial side of YouTube1:20:05 An in-depth look into his Shopify brand integrations1:22:50 Finding brands who want access to your audience1:26:26 Colin and Samir’s Creator Startup exercise1:27:56 Preston meets Colin’s wife1:30:21 A week in Preston’s life1:32:53 Shorts1:39:24 Preston’s next video1:42:52 Samir’s trying out new material1:49:09 Colin’s advice1:51:04 Looking aheadCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 100,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
How this Harvard Student landed a Hollywood deal. Colin and Samir 2024-05-15 | COLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
The YouTube video that broke Hollywood Colin and Samir 2024-05-13 | Make your own free Bio Site: http://biosites.com/colinandsamirCheck out our Bio Site: http://bio.site/colinandsamirWatch nothing, except everything by Wesley Wangyoutube.com/watch?v=hif5eI5pBxoSubscribe to @wesleywangfilm Follow Lucas Shawtwitter.com/Lucas_Shaw00:00 The YouTube video that broke Hollywood01:02 Are you reading this?02:38 Why this video went viral07:42 Interview with Wesley Wang19:07 Interview with Lucas Shaw33:28 Will YouTubers take over Hollywood?43:02 DeependCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
When YouTubers ask for money Colin and Samir 2024-04-29 | Learn about Creator Startup: colinandsamir.com/creatorstartupGet our free Idea Generation Framework: courses.colinandsamir.com/offers/pgoyQh2P/checkoutCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 100,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
Tour our studio (with @CanonUSA) Colin and Samir 2024-04-25 | Watch the full studio tour on @CanonUSA: youtube.com/watch?v=NlrWA5gweiE Check out the Dual Fisheye Lens: canon.us/rfdualfisheyelens_creatorsupportCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
24 hours with Mark Rober Colin and Samir 2024-04-20 | Launch your business on Shopify - http://www.shopify.com/colinandsamirBehind the scenes with Mark Rober on his Vortex Canon vs Drone shoot.Vortex Canon vs Drone youtu.be/SrGENEXocJU?si=IT0cCZAYiUMAOmyNSubscribe to Mark Roberyoutube.com/@UCY1kMZp36IQSyNx_9h4mpCg Vortex Canon vs Droneyoutu.be/SrGENEXocJU?si=h2Df7EFTp1EGgP6oCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
We asked MKBHD about his devastating reviews Colin and Samir 2024-04-16 | Subscribe to The Publish Press → bit.ly/publish-press We talked with MKBHD Marques Brownlee about his largely negative Humane AI pin and Fiskr Ocean reviews. Do Bad Reviews Kill Companies?youtu.be/QztFpzKsdeA?si=1qI_s--5kzG40EGN00:00 MKBHD’s negative reviews01:10 Our interview with MKBHD15:55 Our thoughts on the situationWatch MKBHD's reviewsThe Worst Product I've Ever Reviewed... For Nowyoutube.com/watch?v=TitZV6k8zfA&ab_channel=MarquesBrownleeThis is the Worst Car I've Ever Reviewedyoutube.com/watch?v=6xWXRk3yaSw&ab_channel=AutoFocusCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 110,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
The Full Story of Jesser (18 Million Subscribers) Colin and Samir 2024-04-01 | Sign up for Spotter's Title Exploder: https://sptr.la/apr-title-exploder Dubbed by ElevenLabs00:00 Who is Jesser? 02:35 His channel name origins03:10 Crossing 18m YouTube subs03:45 How he describes his channel05:20 His dad’s experience in Hollywood07:23 His first viral moment08:15 Starting YouTube at 1011:00 Gaining popularity13:15 Samir’s game winning layup at Spotter Summit 14:06 Did Jesser have the NBA dream?14:46 When he started making money15:42 Bring FIFA to NBA2K16:50 Managing high school while making money on YouTube18:16 His AdSense numbers at the time19:06 Dropping out of high school21:52 Moving into a creator house23:48 YouTube becoming a job25:50 Foundational years of learning YouTube28:14 De’Aaron Fox 29:45 Learning from YouTube analytics35:38 Shifting YT strategies37:23 Working with Paddy Galloway40:23 How to hire and determine salaries41:00 Expanding beyond videos46:44 What does his company look like today?50:50 Why aren’t young people watching the NBA?53:23 Deep dive into YouTube formats58:19 The power of Shorts1:00:44 The future of consuming sports1:06:07 Building a $100m company1:07:22 Bucketsquad Shoes1:09:13 His first brand deal1:10:00 External representation vs building your own sales team1:11:45 His dream collaboration1:12:55 The NBA Creator Cup1:14:40 Jesser basketball camp1:16:25 The Jesser revenue pie chart1:17:03 His advice for young YouTubers1:17:44 His advice for the NBA on YouTubeCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
Why YouTubers are fake retiring Colin and Samir 2024-03-25 | 00:00 Why are so many creators fake retiring?00:38 Tom Scott’s altered retirement thumbnail 01:45 Retiring from an artistic career03:50 You are not scalable08:08 Creative vs Financial stakes (=11:19 Hiring well is so important13:45 Risk taking vs risk management15:22 Is this mass retirement a threat to YouTube? 20:27 Don’t trust creators26:50 Plogging (We may be in the deep end)27:50 Are we retiring? COLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
How much MrBeast videos cost Colin and Samir 2024-03-18 | Make better YouTube Videos: partner.spotterstudio.com/colinandsamirLast time we asked him this question the answer was $250k to half a million. That was 2021 🤯#mrbeast
MrBeast reveals his plans for Beast Games Colin and Samir 2024-03-18 | SIGN UP FOR Spotter Studio: http://partner.spotterstudio.com/colinandsamirStats in the video from - viewstats.com00:00 Hazmat suits, giant chocolate bars, and Kim K01:22 The new show 02:43 What’s the name of the show?04:00 The freedom of making something off of YouTube06:02 How he’s implementing character development07:38 Will this show feel Hollywood?11:04 When will the show come out?11:27 What will the show cost?13:25 Comparing it to the Squid Game: The Challenge14:45 How will the show impact his YouTube channel?15:34 Where will the first episode air?16:25 What does success look like for the show?18:17 Will this show change how Hollywood sees YouTubers?20:47 Why he didn’t want to make a show in 202123:41 Negotiating for money, creative control, and IP ownership29:23 What he learned about negotiating30:19 Feastables31:26 What’s the prize?31:36 How will the show still feel like his YouTube videos?33:04 Is MrBeast still a YouTuber?34:35 The potential viewership for the show36:05 Will the show be released all at once?38:56 Is this show a big deal for MrBeast?40:37 Why he’ll always be a YouTuber first41:55 Where the show will take place and his new studio46:00 How much does a MrBeast brand deal cost?47:50 Studying his new video formats54:00 Multi-language dubbing56:39 Slowing down his content & the Beastification of YouTube1:03:32 The importance of thumbnails1:08:40 Will slowing down content lose viewership?1:09:54 Video on Twitter/X1:13:26 On being recognizable everywhere and that Kim K photo1:15:50 His advice to Elon1:17:26 How much money does MrBeast make?1:19:42 What’s hard in his life right now?1:23:22 Can he slow down?1:24:38 Altruism as content1:26:43 Bringing back the gaming channelMrBeast talks to Colin and Samir about his new Game Show, Beast Games, on Amazon Prime Video.$10,000 Every Day You Survive In The Wildernessyoutu.be/U_LlX4t0A9I?si=B4OrzM7u04mCbkFE COLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 100,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
We interviewed the Mozart of Gen Z Colin and Samir 2024-03-04 | Listen to Jacob's new album: open.spotify.com/album/13r6eqjYlKELFQlNvVCBz1Djesse Vol. 4Our favorite Jacob songsSamir: All I Need youtube.com/watch?v=ue6g7SPSyAMColin: The Sun Is In Your Eyes youtube.com/watch?v=39RBH-2hogkDavid: Little Blue youtube.com/watch?v=Z2zLSkhANSYSamir's Jacket: shopraga.com/products/barmer-quilted-jacketMore Jacob CollierJacob Collier Answers Music Questions From Twitter | Tech Support | WIREDyoutu.be/gpjUu2g8fOY?si=EJ1HHSwyJEbeOjXbJacob Collier: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concertyoutu.be/vPBirt1YhuM?si=VYIhXfU-3Btqa1nsJacob Collier explores the free Audience Choir | Native Instrumentsyoutu.be/5CC1f2_CbN0?si=V755KVnHrL6CVil300:00 Who is Jacob Collier?01:33 The Grammy’s and meeting Jacob at YouTube Brandcast02:42 Being born into this era05:28 Contributing vs participating on YouTube12:50 His early success on YouTube18:15 The relief of feeling seen creatively20:00 School vs being self-taught29:45 Meeting Quincy Jones and Herbie Hancock36:40 Performing in your room vs for an audience40:06 Does Jacob get nervous?41:27 Dealing with the “genius” label46:55 Audience choirs51:15 His family life58:25 Being present in the creative process1:00:26 Dreams are overrated1:02:38 The primary currency of trust1:08:45 Creative infinity syndrome 1:11:25 Debating Rick Rubin1:18:42 Jacob’s videos1:28:30 A deep dive into Jacob’s creative process1:43:40 What Djesse Vol. 4 really means1:54:45 Writing originals vs re-arranging 2:01:17 His magical powers2:02:47 AI in music2:14:59 What Jacob watches on YouTube2:17:10 TikTok vs Universal Music Group2:20:05 Jacob’s sense of style2:21:45 An impromptu songwriting exerciseCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
Inside Ludwig’s YouTube Streaming Empire Colin and Samir 2024-02-26 | Today we explore the world of streamer and YouTuber Ludwig Ahgren. We learn about Mogul Moves and his Production studio OffBrand. Dubbed by ElevenLabsCheck out OffBrand: offbrand.gg00:00 Intro01:57 Mogul Moves12:54 The Yard19:50 Offbrand StudioWatch LudwigUNPAID INTERN FEAT. @jschlattLIVE, @LilyPichu, @Kyedae, @danielthrasher !RedBull !OMEN !HyperXyoutube.com/watch?v=iucNVUJ89KQI Forced a British Man to Try EVERY Fast Food Restaurantyoutu.be/yD0Kfup7U3U?si=lzVTc1ZsJcpJrc4gI Confronted YouTubes 'Scary' New CEOyoutu.be/4L01lVKfWKk?si=bfA-OqL-vNVzcDGaHUGE STREAMING CONTROVERSYyoutube.com/live/p1QR_Khk7L8?si=y1TF7kidir5RzOzfFilmed at the end of 2023 Dubbed by ElevenLabsCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 100,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
Hank Green Unpacks YouTubes Biggest Problems Colin and Samir 2024-02-19 | Get a free 30-day trial of Kajabi: http://kajabi.com/colinandsamir Check out our course, Creator Startup: colinandsamir.com/creatorstartup00:00 Who is Hank Green02:37 Why Hank’s in LA03:02 How Hank puts out so much stuff!04:55 Cancer08:19 Quantitative vs qualitative metrics14:04 Explaining Complexly19:41 His first YouTube upload23:46 Why he was so optimistic about YT25:50 TikTok cutting corners28:03 Elon Musk33:39 Defending his thesis36:26 How motivated is Hank by money?42:24 On being an advocate for creators48:15 OTT platforms52:53 YouTube being threatened54:32 YouTube’s biggest problem55:48 YouTube Premium59:30 Creator unions1:03:30 YouTube Shorts1:07:13 Creating VidCon1:10:02 YouTube vs Hollywood1:15:15 His most profitable company1:17:12 How he sees himself in YouTube culture1:22:55 Sustaining productivity1:25:09 His first moment of validation1:28:30 Hank’s advice for Colin and Samir1:41:33 Hank’s relationship with his brother John1:47:36 The future of education1:52:57 Twitter as a creator platform1:57:03 Mortality and legacyWe interview youtube legend hank green to discuss his company Complexly, 17 years on YouTube, and challenges that YouTube is facing. COLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 100,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.More Hank Green Videos! Hank Green Eats His Last Mealyoutu.be/1PdM23qlYxU?si=h48dVZnYahxQZRprI spent a day with HANK GREENyoutu.be/dhTNS4FtPtE?si=oxkJJeeK9M6KTBN5Asking Dumb Questions About Science w/ Hank Green | The Yardyoutu.be/52nYOwcitJk?si=Nk0xLyKi7cSsC4f2The Juiciest Hank in the Worldyoutu.be/faYW0ZvaiLw?si=WupudQkVxb2NKo70
Why Apple needs these YouTubers Colin and Samir 2024-02-12 | We test the Apple Vision Pro, calculate how much a YouTuber can make off them, and explore why YouTubers love Apple so much. 00:00 Intro01:00 Wearing Apple Vision Pro in public...Yes or no?01:54 Monoculture is back03:50 The Curve of Innovation06:42 Tech Review Economics11:46 Impact on the Future of Video13:50 The Distraction Age and Radical Individualism17:00 Creating Content with Vision Pro19:15 Apple Vision Pro's Biggest Problem21:45 "Apple is Sex" but Vision Pro is contraception24:38 We tried Apple Vision Pro, here's our takeCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 100,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.Apple Vision Pro is Missing Something...youtu.be/hOi8s2wkX4A?si=h3cQRybDroMEJIPsI Survived 50 Hours in Apple Vision Proyoutu.be/Cb1Dv565f2I?si=Ql2e1w_H9f-uDEHBReading in Apple Vision Pro for 24 Hours...youtu.be/yAgZJuQr_yM?si=thSLgjau9Mq9JQ8M
The Real Reason MatPat Quit YouTube Colin and Samir 2024-02-05 | Get access to Spotter Tools: partner.spotterstudio.com/colinandsamirGame Theory's MatPat & Stephanie drop by to talk all things quitting YouTube, retiring and selling Theorist Media to Lunar X. Dubbed by ElevenLabs. 00:00 Who are MatPat and Stephanie? 02:25 Steph…Pat?04:00 So, you’re retiring? 05:30 The channel’s three hooks07:45 The Sarapocial relationship09:27 When they started thinking about retirement14:40 AI voice clones19:12 Would Colin and Samir retire?28:12 What happened in 2018?32:23 Their work/life balance thoughts36:04 What motivates them to work so hard?41:33 How to communicate your creative vision48:08 How big is Theorist Media? 50:06 How to hire in YouTube59:35 Their DIY style brand1:05:40 Their production schedule 1:09:30 An inside look into how they sold their company to Lunar X1:27:22 Their profit margins1:32:50 Data to prove their acquisition value1:35:45 The playbook for launching new channels1:44:09 Revenue breakdown1:49:30 Their roles1:53:16 Will they ever be fully out?1:57:16 What’s the opposite of happiness?2:03:47 Their thoughts on YouTube today2:22:18 What data should YouTubers care about?2:30:32 MatPat’s final videoCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
Our bizarre call with Elon Musk Colin and Samir 2024-01-29 | Recapping our call with Elon Musk to talk about the Future of X (formerly Twitter). Now that MrBeast is posting video and monetization is turned on we discuss what creators need to know about video on X. 00:00 Intro00:43 That time Elon called03:00 YouTube vs X (formerly Twitter)04:30 What Elon Musk is like05:46 Elon Musk on Advertising07:15 The Model Citizen11:37 Problems with X (formerly Twitter)13:56 MrBeast’s $250,000 tweet18:27 Syndication21:52 Network Effects 24:25 Memorable Views27:14 Videos that work on X29:07 Conversational video33:20 We posted on X, here’s what happened36:00 The DeependCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
An Honest Conversation with Mai Pham Colin and Samir 2024-01-22 | Bring your idea to life with Shopify: http://shopify.com/colinandsamir00:00 Who is Mai Pham?02:18 Starting YouTube at 704:58 The evolution of Mai’s channel06:00 Was she ever self-conscious filming herself while growing up?09:29 Mai’s relationship with money13:37 When she first started making money on YouTube15:50 Moving out at the age of fifteen18:36 Online friends and the para-social relationship22:27 Signing with a manager at 1628:33 Signing contracts31:28 Getting her first brand deals35:37 Mai’s competitive advantage 39:39 The story of the Alchemai hoodie44:17 The Mai Pham Business Pie Chart47:22 Marketing through her spam account54:04 Alchemai’s future products55:30 What are the challenges of producing apparel?58:15 What if you fail?59:25 Brand deals: TikTok vs YouTube1:03:05 Content: TikTok vs YouTube1:04:26 Learnings from Mai’s past business challenges1:09:05 What’s next for Mai?Today we speak with creator and entrepreneur Mai Pham. She's one of our youngest guests but also one of our most unique. After running away from home at 15 she started out on YouTube and never looked back, building a strong community and clothing brand called Alchemai. Check out Mai's channel:youtube.com/@maiphammyCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
How Smosh Became Smosh Again Colin and Samir 2023-12-18 | 00:00 Who is Smosh?01:21 Duo’s on YouTube03:47 Selling YouTube channels10:42 Smosh pre-YouTube14:06 Content then vs now18:09 Smosh’s early influences21:50 Early internet humor’s evolution23:25 Beef n’ Go26:06 The cyclical nature of comedy27:53 Video performance and analytics32:00 Conference room creatives34:57 Stress + comedy38:27 Smosh’s production process45:34 How it feels to be Smosh47:13 The positives of selling to Defy in 201151:33 YT as a path to Hollywood53:41 Scaling your voice and brand58:30 When to expand vs simplify1:04:41 Developing formats1:07:23 Giving a platform to new talent1:12:16 How to compensate talent1:17:43 The downfall of BuzzFeed1:20:41 What gave them the confidence to buy back Smosh?1:22:31 Watching each other’s content after they lost touch1:28:43 Leaving Smosh1:33:58 Defy shutting down + Rhett and Link1:42:45 The era of nostalgia1:47:16 How they set up the new Smosh to play to their strengths1:48:20 The future of Smosh1:50:18 YouTube memberships vs Patreon1:54:30 The state of the creator economy1:57:30 Smosh revenue breakdown 1:59:47 Their relationship with money2:02:25 How do will they ensure they won’t split up again?2:06:14 What do they want to be known for?If Smosh's Entire History Was A Movie...youtube.com/watch?v=jyNlP-GZAFM&t=170sCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
Why MrBeast and Casey Neistat Hired Dan Mace Colin and Samir 2023-12-11 | Find out if you're eligible to work with Spotter: http://www.spotter.com/colinandsamirDan's Bru Bars: houseofmacadamias.com/pages/bru00:00 Who is Dan Mace?02:04 When Casey first noticed Colin and Samir03:25 Defining Dan’s videos05:43 Creativity vs views11:15 Ownership of your work for another channel16:19 Auteurship in YouTube21:32 The influence of Max Joseph25:48 Dan’s filmmaking story30:46 Gift, his award-winning short film32:58 Cannes and Jams37:21 His first commercial 41:26 Impostor syndrome 42:19 Meeting Casey Neistat44:48 Directing a multi-million dollar commercial in India46:09 Moving to NYC to work with Casey48:19 Filming with Shawn Mendes 55:04 The impact of working with Casey57:25 Pursuing his own YouTube channel1:07:10 Discovery + The Bru Show1:21:02 Attempting to make a feature 1:25:16 Stuck between YouTube and Hollywood1:28:47 Renée Zelwegger is part of this conversation somehow1:30:27 The decision to join Beast Philanthropy1:42:25 Showing MrBeast his first cut1:45:10 Dan’s POV on Beast Philanthropy controversies1:48:53 What did it feel like to get the MrBeast job? 1:51:05 Almost leaving MrBeast1:56:20 How do you know when you’ve made it? 2:01:03 Joe Films2:02:35 What have you learned from Jimmy? 2:10:17 Editing the Beast Philanthropy videos 2:18:34 The story of the Bru Bar2:21:35 The things he learned from Casey NeistatCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
An Unfiltered Conversation with Emma Chamberlain Colin and Samir 2023-11-29 | Thanks @emmachamberlain for coming on the show 🙏🏻🙏🏽Spanish dub by ElevenLabs00:00 Who is Emma Chamberlain?01:21 What’s your relationship to YouTube right now?02:52 What era of Emma are you in?07:00 Staying culturally present on the internet09:06 How Emma’s so open on camera12:21 Rejection13:51 Being open with her parents vs romantic interests16:14 The single word video titles24:29 Vlogging through depression29:55 The internet’s best friend34:47 Over-saturation of vlogging38:53 Emma’s editing style43:19 Auteurship45:46 What industry is Emma in?49:53 Met Gala55:19 Her own brand awareness59:33 Brand deals vs campaigns1:07:24 Her relationship with money1:26:44 Acting1:45:11 Video podcasting1:50:01 Why she deleted her TikTok1:54:59 Chamberlain Coffee2:10:33 Emma’s thoughts on the state of YouTube2:17:07 What if she stopped podcasting? 2:27:04 Samir’s book idea for Emma2:33:27 Mental health2:35:41 Her relationship with Spotify vs YouTube2:43:50 Regrets2:45:09 What she would teach at collegeEmma Latest Video: hair theory.Emma Chamberlain Goes for the Glory While Eating Spicy Wings | Hot Onesyoutu.be/XUKk0841DtA?si=94Vh1cWqt-iUH4Pkstories from my childhoodyoutu.be/7Z0fToNvwy4?si=HVV9wFIjywmLcwDYthe black turtleneck, a closet stapleyoutu.be/KhnODx12aBc?si=FAnagTAtXRAc_gIRCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 100,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.d
The AJR Interview Colin and Samir 2023-11-22 | 00:00 Who are Adam, Jack, and Ryan of AJR?01:40 Being internet kidz04:47 Music in the TikTok era08:41 Building community and fandom11:08 Building fan depth13:55 World’s Smallest Violin in the TikTok era16:57 What’s the business of music today?21:40 Being in a David Dobrik vlog22:49 Their revenue pie chart24:25 Playing dodgeball with fans on tour25:36 Live storytelling in their concerts29:54 Do you write songs for TikTok popularity?31:40 Honest lyrics building parasocial relationships33:39 Loss of the monoculture39:09 Do you handle criticism differently?41:48 Strategy of focusing on their biggest fans50:07 Finding validation after achieving success55:39 The goal of longevity1:01:56 Playing MSG and The Forum1:05:16 Songwriting for other artists1:08:43 AI in songwriting1:16:04 How they document everything on video1:18:45 Is YouTube a revenue driver?1:19:28 Their upcoming tour1:21:12 What it feels like to be a rockstarCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 100,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
We interviewed YouTubes funny uncle Colin and Samir 2023-11-07 | Check out Kurtis Conner's special: watch.kurtisconner.comLearn more about Discord: discord.com/servershopJoin our discord: http://discord.gg/colinandsamir00:00 Who is Kurtis Conner? 02:40 Kurtis’s Pinterest outfits03:51 Kurtis, your funny uncle05:29 His standup06:51 Toilet humor interlude08:05 First getting into comedy10:22 College + comedy12:31 His Vine career15:03 The staying power of Viner’s19:30 How Vine helped his comedy skills22:49 From Vine to YouTube23:49 Commentary videos 25:01 His first viral videos on YouTube26:12 Running Inkbox’s YT channel29:14 Balancing a job + working on videos32:37 Working at Starbucks while sorta famous36:00 Leaving his full time job37:28 What makes a video a hit? 39:28 Poking fun at people vs punching down43:39 His pre-production process44:08 Reacts vs commentary content45:32 Do you see yourself as a writer? 46:13 Working with an editor vs keeping creative control48:31 Pressure to grow his team50:02 His upload schedule52:04 Work/life balance55:39 Colin and Samir test their Gen Z slang knowledge57:04 Kurtis’s relationship with money1:00:45 MrBeast 1:02:53 Finding the right people to work with1:05:18 The Kurtis Conner Revenue Breakdown1:08:12 The business of live comedy touring1:13:55 Is Matt Rife hot? 1:16:21 Promoting yourself as a standup1:20:37 His first comedy special, Keep Busy1:27:48 Standup jokes vs YouTube jokes1:29:11 Is Colin wearing a shirt under his sweater? Find out!1:31:10 How do you test a standup joke? 1:32:14 Gripes and the overall health of YouTube1:36:56 Making TikTok’s1:38:48 His relationship with fame1:46:21 His next milestone1:47:00 The extra greeting1:49:18 His relationship to YT analytics1:50:41 YouTube thumbnail craziness1:51:25 Making his videos longer1:54:14 The future of commentary video creators1:59:04 Were there any dark times?2:02:34 Expectations for his specialWatch Kurtis Conner VideosA Deep Dive into Potterheadsyoutu.be/HnCF7qKmIbk?si=AjZZPozCmVaQWtDEThe Vikings of TikTokyoutu.be/FRc7C6WfKQM?si=4B_USQoIOksurIgJI Took a Vision Healing Masterclassyoutu.be/GIWyZnkw1uM?si=0tUzIiJJ8n3Hu1JMCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 100,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
An Unfiltered Conversation with Brittany Broski Colin and Samir 2023-10-23 | SUBSCRIBE TO THE PUBLISH PRESS: bit.ly/publish-press 📫 100,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. sbit.ly/publish-press 00:00 Who is Brittany Broski?01:53 Trying to describe what she does04:31 What is Brittany’s craft?07:16 Comparing her to traditional entertainers09:35 Her early TikTok days13:01 Being authentic on camera15:48 Chapters of entertainment content18:07 Kombucha girl20:10 Her predatory management company pt123:29 Did you always want to be creative? 25:58 Her first brand deal26:57 Her next steps after kombucha 30:08 Getting signed by an agent36:54 Her predatory management company pt244:16 Good vs bad talent agencies47:43 TikTokers to YouTubers53:37 Her writing process55:37 Art history57:36 Getting pigeonholed as a female creator58:07 Real life vs on-camera life1:01:12 The Barbie movie1:02:49 Creating content in the grey areas1:04:01 Her video formats1:12:05 The parasocial relationship1:15:28 What did making it look like?1:19:16 The responsibility of being a female creator1:21:34 Protecting your brand1:24:55 A funny “Gen Z” brand shoot story1:29:50 Brittany’s revenue streams1:35:22 What changes would you make to YouTube? 1:37:20 What makes a good video idea? 1:39:21 Brittany’s team1:40:11 Talent agent vs talent manager1:46:18 Gearing up for the future1:50:04 Validation1:57:09 The bad parts of the job2:02:47 Choosing the right brands 2:07:46 Her dream of being a Disney voice actor2:12:31 Samir has a millennial question2:13:18 A nice little recapCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
We interviewed the CEO of YouTube Colin and Samir 2023-10-09 | Dubbed by ElevenLabs00:00 Who is YouTube CEO Neal Mohan?01:04 A marker in our careers02:54 Neal’s YouTube journey05:56 What qualifies you to be the CEO?07:41 What YouTube offered to Samir growing up08:39 The $100M man09:15 Shorts monetization13:42 Creator funds vs revenue share16:59 Tracking source material in the clipping universe19:37 AI - challenges vs benefits22:26 Protecting against deepfakes24:49 Future of AI generated content 30:01 Measuring the creator-to-fan connection32:05 Do subscribers still matter? 34:07 Would YouTube ever hide views? 34:48 Our issues with the comments section36:19 Creator business models and going off platform39:29 Why YouTube doesn’t take a cut of brand partnerships41:25 Emma Chamberlain’s exclusive Spotify deal 44:24 The NFL Sunday Ticket deal47:20 The NBA’s TV rights49:44 What Neal watches on YouTube50:44 If Neal was CEO of Colin & Samir…53:24 ThumbnailsCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
Max Fosh: The Business of Being an Internet Prankster Colin and Samir 2023-10-02 | Book a Demo with the Spotter team: http://join.spotter.com 00:00 Who is Max Fosh03:04 Pranks vs silliness05:43 Max’s video titles 07:58 Why he goes to such great lengths10:43 Aging out of prank content11:55 How ideas define you15:44 Welcome to Luton20:09 Breaking down his videos25:21 His live comedy show30:44 How improv classes can help you33:30 How he sets himself apart in the challenge genre38:23 Analytics and self-worth45:02 The worst day of Max’s life48:21 What making it looks like52:44 The London fashion video57:23 Max’s backstory and being “posh”1:02:15 How he comes up with his ideas1:07:22 London Mayor series1:13:30 Max’s appetite for risk1:15:26 The brand of Max Fosh1:18:17 What makes a good hook?1:22:09 Creating content for the UK vs US vs China1:25:54 What makes comedy universal?1:30:10 Brand deals in UK vs US1:32:04 How much he makes on AdSense in a month1:34:40 Branded videos1:37:08 His future in stand up comedy1:40:12 The future1:43:36 Max’s iPhone notesCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
How she built every celebrity’s favorite show (Chicken Shop Date) Colin and Samir 2023-09-18 | We interview creator and host of Chicken Shop Date, @AmeliaDimoldenberg during our trip to London. 00:00 Who is Amelia Dimoldenberg01:19 Barbie premiere02:50 Transcending the internet05:05 Amelia’s story07:47 Inspiration for Chicken Shop Date (Hot Ones)11:57 First episode w/ Ghetts14:28 The initial reception15:30 Amelia learning video production16:50 AJ Tracey episode18:10 The CSD intro/outro19:36 Wireless Festival 21:12 Getting access to stars24:24 Daniel Kaluuya25:40 Booking guests27:18 Hiring a production team29:50 The CSD production process31:25 Creating viral moments33:37 Wearing all of the hats35:48 Keeping creative control 37:40 Getting a management company w/ Jordan Schwarzenberger39:25 Her first (and only) major brand deal43:22 Amelia on building a business and brand47:05 Matty Healy (The 1975) 49:47 Jonas Brothers, Jennifer Lawrence, Lewis Capaldi54:05 KSI57:43 Louis Theroux & Jiggle Jiggle59:30 Validation and CSD + Hot Ones1:02:14 Creating an independent media house1:04:33 The label of “YouTuber”1:05:52 Fame1:08:37 The red carpet1:11:13 Drake1:12:06 President Biden?1:13:26 Working in scripted projects & her ambition1:15:57 Not compromising or worrying about analytics1:20:29 The real Amelia1:22:05 Not quitting and dealing with great employees leaving 1:25:23 Parting words of wisdomCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
An Honest Conversation with MrWhosetheBoss Colin and Samir 2023-09-11 | Launch your business with Shopify: http://shopify.com/colinandsamir00:00 Who is Mrwhosetheboss?02:53 Keeping tech content personal04:20 What makes it hard makes it good06:05 Thinking like Marvel07:30 Being himself in his videos09:02 His first video11:02 The viral hologram video12:53 How to go viral14:03 What kept him uploading for so long15:31 YouTube as a potential career17:39 Family and money 19:07 Growing up Indian in London22:10 Leaving consulting for YouTube23:12 How to keep making interesting tech videos25:25 Getting comfortable being on camera27:15 Comparisons to MKBHD29:37 His writing process32:45 Daily uploading35:14 Hiring an editor37:52 Brand sponsors40:04 Where does the name come from?41:48 What makes a Mrwhosetheboss video?44:06 We watch his Nothing CEO video46:34 Interviewing Google’s CEO48:07 We watch his iOS 17 video49:25 Building his team55:05 Working with his wife59:42 Stretched too thin1:03:51 How to hire and incentivize a team1:08:26 Short vs long form content1:10:24 Books, podcasts, and other products1:12:47 Why he lives with his parents1:14:35 How to tell a personal story in a tech channel1:16:33 Humanizing vs optimizing his videos1:20:28 Predicting video performance1:23:17 Making something for Netflix1:25:00 Breaking down his revenue1:26:19 Competition in the tech genre1:29:00 Do you feel competitive with MKBHD?1:30:03 Becoming the biggest tech channel1:31:50 AI dubbing1:37:13 AI content creation1:44:25 Planning his video schedule1:50:12 Building a tech media brand1:52:05 The future of tech on YouTubeCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
Creator Roundtable: Ryan Trahan, Zach King, Michelle Khare, Cleo Abram, Ammar Kandil (Yes Theory) Colin and Samir 2023-08-25 | Don't miss the 2023 Streamy Awards - Sunday August 27th, 6:00 pm PT // 9:00 pm ET tune in via http://streamys.watch#streamys 00:00 Intro00:42 Zach King on finding his voice02:04 Yes Theory + Zach King03:54 Cleo Abram’s rise04:40 Ryan Trahan on hitting milestones 06:15 Ammar & Michelle on winning Oscar’s and Emmy’s09:45 Producing content for the big streamers12:10 Paying and crediting their teams16:35 The ideation process18:33 Originality on YouTube20:38 Ryan’s think tank23:20 Building brand on YouTube25:27 How Cleo knew what she wanted to make27:32 Virality vs brand29:52 Colin and Samir’s story36:45 How money complicates the process44:20 Short vs long form content49:07 New YouTube feature opportunities50:50 Controversial YouTube opinions55:25 Controlling your content 58:20 Ryan vs MrBeast1:02:30 Effort vs authenticity1:03:18 Michelle on story + her boxing video1:08:30 Predicting a video’s success 1:10:14 Michelle’s butler academy video1:11:30 Being able to take risks 1:12:38 Ryan on predicting success 1:15:26 Why is YouTube so male-centric? 1:19:43 Videos they’re jealous of1:25:25 What boxes do your videos have to check?1:28:51 What impact does everyone want to leave? COLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
The Man Behind the Sidemens $100M Empire Colin and Samir 2023-08-21 | The sponsor of this video, Upwork, has helped us hire talented people all over the world for every part of the creative process - from Thumbnail design to video editing to animationsAnd now we’re using Upwork to hire AI experts. Visit obvs.ly/colinandsamir now to sign up to power your business, smarter. #UpworkPartnerArcade Media: https://www.arcade.media/Jordan's Podcast: @watchunboxed 00:00 Who is Jordan Schwarzenberger2:41 Jordan’s background before managing the Sidemen4:45 The 2016 Charity Match8:01 The 2022 Charity Match10:30 Building intergenerational fans11:40 How Jordan became their manager14:20 The Sidemen’s secret sauce process & Jordan’s pitch deck16:50 Talent manager vs talent agent in the UK18:30 How the Sidemen gave him a shot20:00 How Jordan’s compensated 22:22 The Sidemen brand before Jordan23:29 Tanya24:50 Being a single-client management firm27:25 How should smaller creators look at talent management?28:54 Sidemen Sunday30:30 Tanya33:00 Treating YouTube with high end production values36:00 Starting Sides41:53 Feeling pressure after the Sides launch47:20 Side+53:20 Side+ pricing and revenue56:40 Dealing with group dynamics58:30 KSI’s success within the group1:02:00 Friends vs colleagues1:03:10 Evaluating new Sidemen ventures107:29 What if YouTube itself fails?1:09:00 Physical Sidemen experiences1:11:29 The Sidemen org structure1:13:44 Why Jordan’s not the CEO of the Sidemen1:15:22 The health of the creator economy 1:21:50 Creator Inc. and the creator middle class1:28:00 Long form content vs short form1:30:30 Jordan’s advice for young creators1:32:45 Jordan’s advice for Colin and Samir1:37:15 What has Jordan learned about dealing with controversy1:39:22 The future of the creator economyCOLIN AND SAMIR’S NEWSLETTER📫 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: bit.ly/publish-press ASK US A QUESTION❔ We answer questions from creators every Sunday in our newsletter. Submit yours here: bit.ly/publish-creator-support LISTEN TO THE SHOWiTunes: apple.co/2K1pYhu Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2OnTmBC GET IN TOUCH🌍 Our website: www.colinandsamir.com 🌍 Work with us: ColinandSamirTeam@unitedtalent.com JOIN OUR COMMUNITY📡 Discord: discord.com/invite/colinandsamir📸 Instagram: instagram.com/colinandsamir 🐦 Twitter: twitter.com/ColinandSamir 🎵 TikTok: tiktok.com/@colinandsamir ABOUT USWe’re Colin and Samir, creators based out of Los Angeles California. We make videos about the creator economy, and the lessons we’ve learned over 10 years of being on YouTube. We also interview creators and try to get to the bottom of what’s working on YouTube and where the creator economy is headed.
