Creator Upload Jon Youshaei is Making the Boring Stuff Simple for Creators
Dec 12, 2025
Jon Youshaei, a creator and former YouTube employee, discusses his new venture, Boring Stuff, which simplifies bookkeeping for creators, focusing on taxes and payroll. He highlights the unique challenges creators face with traditional accounting, sharing insights on common tax mistakes. The conversation also touches on the ongoing bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery and Australia's new law banning social media for those under 16, raising debates on enforcement and impact on marginalized communities.
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M&A Is About Market Share, Not Just Price
- Large media M&A faces regulatory scrutiny shaped by market share comparisons with platforms like YouTube.
- Bids can act strategically to block competitors even if they risk breakup fees and long approvals.
Australia's Ban Will Generate New Data
- Australia's social media ban for under-16s will produce unique population-level data about youth and screens.
- The law forces platforms to identify ages and could inspire legal challenges and global policy copying.
Hire Accountants Who Speak Creator
- Do hire accountants who understand creator revenue types like sponsorships, ad rev, and home studio deductions.
- Do prioritize fast, responsive bookkeeping because creators act last-minute and need quick answers.
