In this episode we talked about the Mr. Beastification of YouTube and how this led to so many bland copycats. We're pretty sure that his videos are exactly what AI would create because they are designed to appeal to a machine. And we began this episode with a story about how Steve managed to rescue a small cat. In fact, we even had beauty tips, making this the most YouTube-retro podcast ever.
How the art business works. With Jon Peters (Ep 93)
Jon Peters joined us this week to talk about his long running YouTube channel, art, and how art galleries work.
Jon's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JonPetersArtHome
Family vloggers and algorithms are exploiting children (Ep 92)
We're talking about the new Brooke Shields documentary (Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields) and how today's children are exploited by parents for clicks and views. Or kids are just allowing algorithms to do the job.
Does "woke" actually mean anything? (Ep 91)
In this episode, we learn about face tattoos, how maple syrup is harvested, and the unusual occurrence of seeing someone smoking a cigarette. And does WOKE actually mean anything?
When influencers get a taste of their own medicine (EP 90)
In this episode we talked about the irony of influencers having to sit through a 45 minute ad. And Chad is a chaperone. Plus, are you willing to pay to watch YouTube videos?
Chad bought 2000 Instagram followers, bro (Ep 89)
In this episode we talked about how Chad bought Instagram followers, and how that works. And assistants for bigshot YouTubers.
We went to conferences and now we want to influence you (Ep 88)
We each returned from professional conferences. In this episode we tell about the wonders of attending such events. Oh and if you haven’t seen Poker Face, check it out, especially if you like Columbo. Oh and some thoughts on hyper-consuming. And remember, “If you ain’t’ earnin’, you ain’t turnin'”
We're really not discussing AI with JJ McCullough (Ep 87)
JJ McCullough is back with us to discuss YouTube, cultural literacy and aging.