Vidcon has created a tiered caste system to keep creators as far from fans as possible. This year we went to Vidcon and were surprised how subdued the Vidcon at the convention center was. That's because the REAL Vidcon was a mile away. And they don't want you to know about it.
Our 100th episode extravaganza! (Ep 101)
We didn't realize that our last episode was actually #100. It's okay, this gave us an opportunity to talk about Jill Biden's motorcade, Elvis Costello, and the commoditization of art.
Anti-clickbait (Not clickbait) Ep 100
In this episode we talk about air travel, how waiting in lines turns some people into toddlers, and how anti-clickbait titles might be a new trend on YouTube. Maybe? Lol, probably not.
Why do Canadians golf left handed? No joke, this is a thing. (Ep 99)
In this episode, we talked about the future of YouTube Shorts. Plus, Chad recently golfed at Pinehurst and we learned about left-handed golfing. Finally, the absurdity of smoking.
Blocking ad blockers. Are you entitled to ad-free content? (Ep 98)
YouTube is now taking an aggressive stance to block ad blockers. Is this a good thing?
The Absurdity of Brand Loyalty and Brand Boycotts (Ep 97)
Check out this video by Sabine Hossenfelder for a really good overview on where we are right now with AI and where it is likely to head in the near future. Do we really need to learn anything if AI can do things for us? Chad and Steve also discusses Steve's 15th YouTube anniversary, the ridiculousness of brand loyalty and brand boycotts. And Fuck Cupcakes!
Influencers Want to Keep You Poor (Ep 96)
In this episode, we talked about, "How Designer Brands Keep You Poor", a recent video from Cara Nicole and how hyper-consumerism is getting people to buy products we really can't afford and don't need. (i.e. tools and cleaning products). And how they get you to buy into their subscription services to support corporate brands.
Me and my AI girlfriend in an all-gender restroom (Ep 95)
This week Chad discussed his radical new approach to work and sleep and Steve is now an ai evangelist.
We also talked about using urinals in all-gender restrooms. Should stalls be the future? And for god's sake, stop using those dumb ass gaskets!