Anthony Padilla and Ian Hecox, founders of Smosh, discuss their experiences running the company for over 20 years, the value of working as a creative duo, building platforms and making deals, hydration and audience perception, creating documentaries and elevating content quality, the early days of pre-YouTube video creators, the perception of content and forgiveness of mediocrity, joyful absurdity and influences, the impact of commercialization on industries, scripting and producing sketch comedy, diversifying a platform or brand, resentment, loss, and reconnecting, the internal struggle of leaving Smosh, and creating a fun and enjoyable space for creators.

Ian Hecox, co-host of Smosh, joins the conversation for a wild ride through some outrageous life moments. They discuss shockingly irresponsible decisions, like a dad leaving his partner to deliver their baby alone. The duo also tackles the hilarity and absurdity of family dynamics, including in-laws speaking in a secret language. With witty banter, they explore themes of betrayal, workplace toxicity, and the importance of mental health. Get ready for laughs and jaw-dropping stories that make you go, 'They can't be serious!'

Ian Hecox, co-founder of Smosh, discusses the origins of Smosh, reuniting with Anthony, strange trivia on the Smosh Wiki, overwhelming fan response, early days of Smosh, coding and editing videos, misconceptions and video evolution, past videos and projects, Smosh Wiki's interesting trivia, misinformation on Smosh Wiki, strange experiences and Sesame Street characters.