The Colin and Samir Show

In this conversation with Eric Decker, known as Airrack, who skyrocketed from 50 to over 500,000 YouTube subscribers in just months, listeners get a deep dive into his audacious strategies. He shares the story behind taking a $17,000 loan for a single video, illustrating his all-in mentality. Airrack discusses the importance of creative risk in building an audience and the delicate dance of making compelling content while navigating financial pressures. His journey highlights not just ambition, but also the evolving landscape of the creator economy.

Check out our online course here: https://moment.8ocm68.net/keM6zAnd use the code tellbetterstories for 10% off New Studio, New Subscribers and a New Business - we talk about what we've been up to for the past month since the last time you heard from us.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our Online Storytelling Course is officially on presale: https://momnt.io/36zeSxhUse the code: tellbetterstories for an additional discount at checkout In October of 2019, we were ready to finally call it quits... but there were a few key things that happened over the next few months that turned everything around. This week we moved into a new studio, started hiring a team to work at our company and launched our first storytelling course. A lot is happening with Colin and Samir and we dive in to all of that on this episode of the podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts candidly discuss the growing pains of building their creator business, tackling challenges like time management and team expansion. They reflect on the significant changes in their journey, emphasizing the need for quality versus quantity in content creation. The conversation touches on the rapid pace of social media, the importance of visual storytelling, and the concept of 'successful failures.' They also share insights about upcoming online courses and the balance between education and engaging content.

Dive into the world of TikTok, the new contender to YouTube's throne, as the hosts share personal growth experiences amid social media dynamics. They highlight TikTok's unique engagement model and its ability to create personalized connections with audiences. There's a candid discussion about the emotional challenges of content creation, alongside insights on daily vlogging versus short-form storytelling. Listen for innovative ideas about a TikTok race tracker and a filmmaking challenge that invites listener participation!

Justice for George Floyd: https://www.change.org/p/mayor-jacob-frey-justice-for-george-floydThis week on the Colin and Samir Podcast, we address the current protests that come as a result of the murder of George Floyd. It took us some time to organize our thoughts around this topic - we’ve talked to each other, friends and family and have put together thoughts that we’d like to share on this podcast as well as across our platforms in the coming days. We ask that the listeners of this podcast be open minded as you listen to our conversations - and to use our conversation as a spark to not only have conversations in your own community but to also take action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the Colin and Samir Podcast we’ve got a bit of a different episode for you guys, we asked you on instagram what you wanted to see in the storytelling course that we’re working on and a lot of you asked about the brainstorming process. So we had a brainstorm planned for the week and thought we’d just press record and bring you a long. Storytelling isn’t just about the specific videos we make but also about a brand as a whole, a great brand is a great story - and we feel like we could e telling a better story as a brand. So in this brainstorm we work through our show the breakdown and try and come up with a Unique Value Prop for the show as well as the branding elements and framework that will communicate the unique value prop to the audience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the Colin and Samir Podcast we talk about the future of the world, from concerts to restaurants to college - we’re about to see a big shift in the way the world looks, which means a lot of change and a lot of innovation. On this episode we talk about and make predictions about what the future will look like. Link to our latest YouTube Video:  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We started making videos together in 2012 and over the past 8 years we've learned a lot. This week we look back on our first videos ever and talk about the lessons we've learned over the past 8 years. Check out our latest YouTube Video here: https://youtu.be/hnxMlDLwD8YAnd if you are interested in trying out Skillshare you can sign up to get 2 months free here: https://skl.sh/colinandsamir4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Discover the unique daily lives of content creators during quarantine, from adapting workflows to navigating the new normal. Tune in for humorous takes on fitness goals while stuck at home and the creative challenges that arose during isolation. The hosts reflect on the blend of personal and professional life, share insights from their collaborations, and discuss how boredom sparked innovative ideas. Plus, explore the impact of modern music on internet culture and the importance of community support during tough times.