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Why MatPat Quit YouTube

The Colin and Samir Show

CHAPTER

The Emotional Impact of Retirement

In this chapter, the speakers discuss the emotional connection and impact of being a YouTuber, particularly when it comes to saying goodbye to an audience. They talk about the parasocial relationship between creators and viewers, and how it is impossible to not be affected by it. They also mention the difficulty of making the announcement video and the emotions that come with it.

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