

Why YouTube Loves Video Essays
5 snips Jan 27, 2024
Anisa Khalifa, podcast producer and host of The Broadside from WUNC, joins Candice Lim to discuss the rise of video essays on YouTube. They explore the different categories of video essays, their impact and evolution over time, and why they appeal to Gen-Z and millennials. They also touch on the influence of popular shows like 'Last Week Tonight' and 'Patriot Act', the personalized learning experience they offer, and the dangers of having an opinion on everything.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Exploring the Categories of Video Essays and Their Popularity
03:04 • 3min
Exploring the Rise and Impact of Video Essays
06:11 • 12min
The Appeal of a Certain Type of Person in Video Essays and Their Similarity to College Courses
18:22 • 2min
YouTube Video Essays: Analyzing Pop Culture and Personalized Learning
20:05 • 9min
The Dangers of Having an Opinion on Everything
29:21 • 4min