Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast

Reddit is Destroying Itself

Jun 16, 2023

Recent turmoil at Reddit takes center stage as users protest API changes, disrupting over 7,000 subreddits. The hosts dive deep into the evolving challenges for third-party apps and the disconnect between management and community. They also discuss YouTube's new monetization rules, making it simpler for creators to join the partner program. Meanwhile, playful banter and trivia lighten the mood, covering topics from innovative tech to the quirky world of content creation. Strap in for a rollercoaster of tech discussions!

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Reddit announces new API charges, leading to app developers shutting down their services.

The CEO of Reddit misinterprets a conversation with an app developer, causing controversy.

YouTube lowers eligibility requirements for creators to become partners and monetize their videos.

The reduction in required subscribers allows more creators to qualify for monetization on YouTube.

Deep dives

Changes to Reddit's API Pricing

Reddit announces that they will start charging for API usage, which includes third-party app developers. They will be charging 21 cents per 1000 API calls.

Intro

5min

Exploring the Future of Electric and Hybrid Vehicles

6min

Streaming and Sports: Shifts and Controversies

12min

Influencers and Insights: Navigating Content Monetization

6min

The Evolution and Challenges of Reddit Apps

22min

Reddit User Protests and API Changes

19min

Humorous Banter and Self-Care Innovations

2min

Navigating YouTube's Monetization Shifts

12min

Playful Trivia Challenges and Nostalgic Throwbacks

2min

10.

Trivia Fun and Insights on Collaboration

4min

So much happened this week! After talking about a grab bag of news, Andrew and David take turns explaining what exactly is going on with Reddit and the Apollo app. Then they go over some changes with the YouTube monetization program that makes it easier for new creators to become partners. Finally, we wrap it all up with trivia. Enjoy!

Editor's note: For some reason, our feed was getting messed up with the episode from last week so sorry for the confusion! This should (hopefully) be the right episode! If it isn't, Adam might cry a little.

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Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast

Reddit is Destroying Itself

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

Changes to Reddit's API Pricing

Lack of Communication and Misinterpretation

Short Notice and Financial Impact

Third-Party Apps Shutting Down

Lower Requirements for YouTube Monetization

The Impact of Three Public Uploads Requirement

Benefits of Lowered Subscriber Requirement

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