Uploaded June 2020 | Updated September 2026, 43 minutes ago

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Late nights editing, terrible ad revenue, and lots of frustrating hours wishing I was more creative. I dig deep to answer what it is like running a YouTube channel and answer the most important question of all. Is it even worth it?

Huge thanks to my friend Donald over at Softroadingthewest
youtube.com/channel/UC_hQBkKxpo8dNKRvzxr3ozw

who gave me this challenge it was fun really helped me think about and analyze why I am doing this. If you enjoyed this video please head over and subscribe to Donalds channel.

I am challenging Brent from 8LIFGR8 4x4
youtube.com/channel/UCXe1j0lg-_EXF9cIHoxu5XQ
&
Rob from Revere Overland
youtube.com/channel/UChDrydDIvoUJEg71mLaaFIw
to complete the challenge as well.


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