Botez Sisters Podcast Mizkif
Sep 24, 2025
Mizkif, a prominent Twitch streamer and co-founder of One True King, dives deep into the impact of cancel culture and his personal mental health struggles, revealing a suicide attempt linked to public backlash. He discusses the evolution of Twitch, emphasizing the challenges of oversaturation and the decline in viewership. Mizkif reflects on the importance of real friendships outside streaming, his passion for making people laugh, and the gradual journey of recovery. He also shares insights on navigating fame, handling online hate, and his plans for life beyond Twitch.
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Suicide Attempt After Cancellation
- Mizkif revealed he attempted suicide after a December 2022 cancellation and woke up ~20 hours later.
- He describes feeling numb, detached and like he wanted to 'sleep and never wake up.'
Why Twitch Viewership Is Falling
- Mizkif argues Twitch viewership is declining due to oversaturation and poor ad experience.
- He claims clips and ads make Twitch less watchable unless users pay or use ad blockers.
Recovery Came From Time And Lifestyle
- Mizkif says recovery came mostly from time, lifestyle changes and perspective, not therapy.
- He credits reading, meds, meditation, exercise and stepping away from streaming as helpful.