Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast FBI Tales & More Untold MKBHD Stories
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Jul 30, 2024 Get ready for a wild ride through quirky tales of content creation! Hear how the 'Autofocus' name came to life and laugh along with a hilarious FBI encounter during a peculiar marketing investigation. Discover anecdotes from chaotic tech events like CES and the challenges faced while road-tripping in electric vehicles. Plus, find out what happens when athletes dive into vlogging and the amusing mishaps behind the scenes. This is a delightful mix of laughs, insights, and unexpected stories!
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Autofocus Origin
- The name Autofocus arose during a car ride to play ultimate frisbee.
- Andrew Manganelli pitched the name to Marques Brownlee, who loved it, leading to a successful car-focused channel.
The Mysterious MKBHD License Plate
- A Model 3 with the license plate "MKBHD" was spotted in California, leading to a long investigation by David Imel and Adam Alina.
- Despite efforts to contact the owner, including calls to Tesla and the DMV, the owner remains mysterious and unresponsive.
The Dyson Incident
- Marques Brownlee declined a Dyson sponsorship, but later bought a Dyson vacuum for the studio.
- Dyson then launched a large, staggered campaign with multiple YouTubers, causing frustration due to the sheer volume of sponsored videos.
