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Surviving 48 hours with Ludwig

February 26, 2024 0:32:13 0.0 MB Downloads: 0

Today we explore the world of streamer and YouTuber Ludwig Aghren. Colin and Samir visit his studio to learn about Mogul Moves and his Production studio Offbrand.

Discussing YouTube's Biggest Problems with Hank Green

February 19, 2024 2:10:20 0.0 MB Downloads: 0

We interview YouTube legend Hank Green to discuss his company Complexly, his 17 years on YouTube, and the challenges that YouTube is facing. Get a free 30-day trial of Kajabi: http://kajabi.com/colinandsamir

Why YouTubers Love Apple Vision Pro

February 12, 2024 0:31:33 0.0 MB Downloads: 0

The Apple Vision Pro launch took over our feeds, across social media. Today, we're breaking down the economics of making tech review videos. Check out Kajabi

Inside The Sidemen's Netflix Deal

February 09, 2024 0:23:50 0.0 MB Downloads: 0

On January 30, British YouTube supergroup The Sidemen announced their latest project: a Netflix documentary, out next Wednesday. To hear more about how the deal came together, Publish Press writer Nate Graber-Lipperman called up Jordan Schwarzenberger, the manager of The Sidemen. You can listen to their conversation on why The Sidemen went this route—and how it might impact creators' future opportunities with streaming platforms. Plus: Stick to the end to hear Colin and Samir's thoughts on what this moment means for our industry. Read more in the Publish Press.

Why MatPat Quit YouTube

February 05, 2024 2:38:54 0.0 MB Downloads: 0

Today on the Colin and Samir Show, we're interviewing MatPat and Stephanie Patrick, the creators of The Game Theorists. In the conversation, we cover how they built their company, and why they're retiring from YouTube. Check out Spotter: http://spotter.com/colinandsamir

Our bizarre call with Elon Musk (one year later)

January 29, 2024 0:38:58 0.0 MB Downloads: 0

A year ago, we had a call with Elon Musk about how he could make Twitter (now X) a better platform for creators. MrBeast finally posted a full-length video on X, and shared how much he made from it. In this episode of the show, we’re breaking down the results from MrBeast’s video and sharing our thoughts on posting videos on X.

An Unfiltered Conversation with Mai Pham

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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.

A Brutally Honest Conversation with Smosh

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Our thoughts on Yes Theory's new book, the most influential videos on YouTube, how to pick the right idea for a YouTube video

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On this episode of Creator Support, we discuss a new creative project, Yes Theory's new book and answer questions from the audience. Learn more about The Lighthouse.

We interviewed MrBeast’s newest employee: Dan Mace

December 11, 2023 2:29:58 0.0 MB Downloads: 0

Today on the show, we interview Dan Mace, the chief creative officer at Beast Philanthropy. Before working with Mr Beast, Dan worked with Casey Neistat and as a director. In this episode, Dan shares what he's learned working for two of the most influential creators on the platform.

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Why MrBeast lost his YouTube record, how to improve the first 5 seconds of a video, recapping 2023 Trends

December 08, 2023 0:34:57 0.0 MB Downloads: 0

On this episode of Creator Support, we talk about GTA VI, Twitch leaving South Korea and answer questions from the audience.

4 lessons from podcast legend Tim Ferriss that changed our business

December 04, 2023 0:35:05 0.0 MB Downloads: 0

On this episode of the Colin and Samir Show, we recap the 4 most impactful lessons we learned from Tim Ferriss. Listen to the full episode: An Eye-Opening Conversation with Podcast Legend Tim Ferriss

The Murky Ethics of Clipping on YouTube

December 01, 2023 0:52:16 0.0 MB Downloads: 0

On this episode of Creator Support, we cover the controversy around YouTube clips, go behind the scenes of our interview with Emma Chamberlain and interview a surprise guest. Read the article from Futurism

An Unfiltered Conversation with Emma Chamberlain

November 29, 2023 2:52:06 0.0 MB Downloads: 0

In this episode of the Colin and Samir Show, we interview Emma Chamberlain. We cover her relationship to YouTube, the impact of rejection on her career, and how she thinks about money.

Why this YouTuber replaced himself with AI (Kwebbelkop interview)

November 23, 2023 0:45:00 0.0 MB Downloads: 0

In this episode, we interview YouTube creatorsKwebbelkop, who created an AI version of himself to be the face of his 15 million subscriber channel.