The Colin and Samir Show

In this podcast, the hosts discuss three important books that have influenced their YouTube journey, the value of giving things away for free on platforms like YouTube, the concept of failure and the importance of iteration in the creative process, a production mishap and reflections on the feedback received, experiences at the Streamies event, including performances and discussions on the need for a new creator of the year, exploring the potential of YouTube Shorts on monetization, and the success of Nebula, a creator-owned streaming platform.

The podcast discusses crafting a compelling YouTube intro, earning audience's time in the creator economy, entertainment success and roundtable discussions, analyzing Mr. Beast's success on YouTube, creating globally appealing concepts, discovering Garrett's adventures, and being authentic on YouTube.

In this episode, Jordan Schwarzenberger, the Sidemen's manager, shares insights on the ups and downs of launching Sides and why he won't work with anyone else. They also discuss the rise of the Sidemen, the importance of strategy and decision-making, the evolution of Sidemen Sunday, the expansion of the brand, and challenges of monetizing as a creator.

Topics include building good habits, hosting creator events, the rise of Bobby Althoff, importance of multiple narratives in events, setting goals as a creator, shift towards watching YouTube on TV, and announcement of MrBeast Feastable Bar winner.

We interview Ali Abdaal about his business, how he started making YouTube videos, and his advice to aspiring creators.Apply to access Spotter Labs: http://join.spotter.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Creator Support is back! We're talking about what we learned over our break, and answering questions about YouTube stalking, thumbnail strategy and product placement deals on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our interview with YouTube's rising star, BENOFTHEWEEK. We cover originality on YouTube, Ben’s lofi editing and shooting on an iPad and why he doesn’t like brand deals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on Creator Support, we share an update from London and answer questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our interview with Dream. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's Creator Support episode, Colin and Samir reflect on 12 years on YouTube, and recap VidCon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices