The Colin and Samir Show

An Unfiltered Conversation with The Try Guys

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May 30, 2023
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ANECDOTE

Humble Origins And A Breakout Idea

  • The Try Guys began as four junior producers at BuzzFeed and turned a simple idea into their breakout hit.
  • Their first viral concept came from iterating on a Facebook video trend and casting themselves to move fast.
ANECDOTE

Growth From BuzzFeed To Second Try

  • The Try Guys turned early viral momentum at BuzzFeed into an independent production company, Second Try.
  • That growth unlocked tours, a bestselling book, and large-scale opportunities they hadn't planned for.
ADVICE

Use High-Stakes Experiences

  • Use extreme experiences to create memorable content that bonds creators and audience.
  • Put participants in high-stakes situations to generate authentic, shareable reactions.
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