

The Colin and Samir Show
Colin and Samir
Hey, We’re Colin and Samir, YouTube creators and podcasters that break down the latest news in the creator economy from a creator's perspective. We have a long history building communities and brands through digital content. New episodes of The Colin and Samir show go live every Monday on Spotify and YouTube.com/ColinandSamir.
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May 17, 2021 • 52min
Why Creators are opening Hotels ft Shelby Church
The next wave of Creator merch is here - and it's experiential. We're seeing creators transition from the digital space to the physical space - In this episode we talk to Shelby Church about why she's opening an Airbnb. Thanks to Public.com for sponsoring this episode, Sign up at http://www.Public.com/creatorsinvest and get started with $10 in free stock, also follow Colin... 🙌 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 10, 2021 • 33min
How Dixie D'Amelio Murdered Late Night
Sign up for The Publish Press at www.ThePublishPress.comTalk shows like Dixie D'Amelio's Early Late Show are taking over YouTube. Others include Impaulsive, Tiny Meat Gang, and WVFRM. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 3, 2021 • 28min
Selling our first NFT pt 1
This episode is all about how we minted our first NFT and put it up for auction. Check out the Auction here: http://colinandsamir.mirror.xyz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 26, 2021 • 37min
How much YouTube has paid us since the beginning (14M views) ft. Li Jin
On this episode we're joined by Li Jin to discuss all things creator economy, and to chat about how much money YouTube has paid us last month as well as in our full lifetime as a channel (5 years) Thanks to Public.com for sponsoring this episode, start investing today at http://public.com/creatorsinvest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Apr 19, 2021 • 35min
Why Emma Chamberlain is the new Casey Neistat
Dive into the fascinating world of content creation where the charisma of Emma Chamberlain shines as the new face of relatable vlogging. Explore the distinction between relationship-driven and idea-driven creators, highlighting how audience connection trumps polished productions. Discover Emma's authenticity in a 'show about nothing' style that captivates viewers while analyzing her influence on brands and consumer choices. Unpack the evolving landscape of platforms like TikTok and how aspiring creators can thrive by prioritizing genuine engagement.

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Apr 12, 2021 • 1h 2min
How Nas Daily makes $8 million a year with Facebook video
In this engaging conversation, Nas Daily, a Harvard graduate turned successful daily vlogger, shares his journey from a six-figure finance job to earning $8 million a year through innovative content creation. He discusses the significance of branding and storytelling, including a quirky marketing stunt involving a hamburger launched into space. Nas also reimagines education with personalized learning platforms and highlights the vital role of media literacy in empowering voices, especially in the Arab world and India.

Apr 7, 2021 • 32min
The Problem with Buying Stock in Logan Paul (BitClout)
Thanks to Notion for sponsoring this episode! Sign up for Notion here: http://bit.ly/colinsamirnotionToday on the show we're talking about BitClout, the decentralized crypto social network that allows you to buy "stock" or coins in your favorite creators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Apr 5, 2021 • 43min
The Mr. Beast Interview: Spending Millions of Dollars for Billions of Views
MrBeast, the influential YouTuber known for his eye-popping stunts and philanthropy, shares insights into his ambitious plans for launching homeless shelters and expanding charity initiatives like food pantries. He discusses the delicate balance between business and giving back, emphasizing authenticity in content creation. The conversation also explores mentorship's role in nurturing new creators and the potential of different content genres on YouTube. Plus, there's an exciting giveaway for subscribers to engage the community!

Mar 29, 2021 • 40min
Meet the Girls Saving Clubhouse and Social Media
On this episode we talk to the creators of the hit Clubhouse show "NYU Girls Roasting Tech Guys" and break down what makes good social media content in todays world. Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/JHix5RAGbxs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 22, 2021 • 32min
Charli D'amelio is selling out... (of Cold Brew)
Breaking down Charli D'Amelio (110M followers on TikTok) and her partnership with Dunkin' Donuts. What does this mean for the future of the Creator Economy? Will Corporations build Creators? or will Creators build Corporations? Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Sxh6Kai4tyI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices