Is TikTok ruining the music industry? (Our interview with AJR)
Today on the Colin and Samir Show, we interview the band AJR on the economics of music, building an audience and how TikTok has impacted the music industry.
Episodes
The Colin and Samir Show
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.
Episodes
C&S Rewind: The Full Story of MrBeast
In this episode first published in 2021, we sit down with MrBeast for our first full interview with him. We hear about his childhood, his dedication to a YouTuber, why he invested $10M into a studio and more.
YouTube's AI updates, our favorite videos of 2023, and what to do if your audience is disappearing
On this episode of Creator Support, we break down YouTube's AI updates and answer questions from the audience.
Casey Neistat's Latest Video, Prime's $1M Golden Bottle, Responding to hate comments
In this episode, we answer questions from the audience, including the best ways to make money and when it's ok to defend yourself in the comments. Course waitlist: https://6vztyf11n6j.typeform.com/to/wHyBv4BN
An Unfiltered Conversation with Kurtis Conner
Today on the show we're interviewing comedian Kurtis Conner about how he built a successful YouTube channel and a career in stand up comedy. Learn more about Discord: https://discord.com/servershop
Why creator economy startups are struggling
Today on Creator Support, we talk about creator economy startups, our least favorite trends on YouTube right now and explain why you should publish "bad" videos.
Should creators unionize?
Today on Creator Support, Colin and Samir talk about the emergence of creator unions and answer questions from the audience.
An Unfiltered Conversation with Brittany Broski
Today in our interview with Brittany Broski, we talk about her early days on TikTok, how she brought her audience over to YouTube, her predatory (former) manager, and more. 90,000+ read our free newsletter that breaks down the business of creators. Sign up: https://bit.ly/publish-press
An Honest Review of the Dude Perfect App
On this episode of Creator Support, we review the new Dude Perfect app, talk about our interview with YouTube CEO Neal Mohan and answer questions from the audience. Learn more about Server Shops: https://bit.ly/discordcas Course waitlist: https://6vztyf11n6j.typeform.com/to/wHyBv4BN
We interviewed the CEO of YouTube
On this episode of the Colin and Samir Show, we sit down with YouTube's CEO Neal Mohan. We cover how YouTube is paying creators, the challenges of AI, Neal's advice for creators and more.
The Curse of a Viral Video
On this episode of Creator Support, we talk about what can go wrong after a video goes viral, how to turn sudden growth on YouTube into a brand deal, and recap AI announcements from Meta and YouTube. Check out Uscreen: https://www.uscreen.tv/
The Absurd Business of Being an Internet Prankster (ft. Max Fosh)
In our interview with Max Fosh, we talk about how he got his start on YouTube, where he gets ideas and how he sets himself apart from others in the challenge genre. Book a Demo with the Spotter team: http://join.spotter.com
AI YouTubers are already replacing us
On today's episode of Creator Support, we cover AI YouTubers, answer a question from Casey Neistat and share a gripe from the audience. Thanks to Beacons for sponsoring this episode. Check out our custom domain with Beacons AI and name dot com: colinandsamir.bio Get your own here: https://bit.ly/creatorsupportpod-bcns
How Amelia Dimoldenberg built every celebrity’s favorite show (Chicken Shop Date)
Amelia Dimoldenberg tells us about the creation of her interview show Chicken Shop Date, how she books guests and manages a team. We also talk about her red carpet hosting jobs and her future ambitions in the entertainment industry.
Unpacking YouTube’s $14 billion NFL investment
In this episode, we cover YouTube's deal with the NFL, creator sports events, and give editors some emotional support. Take the course survey: https://6vztyf11n6j.typeform.com/to/wHyBv4BN
An Honest Conversation with MrWhosetheBoss
Arun Maini, aka MrWhosetheBoss, has been uploading to YouTube since 2011. In this interview, we talk about standing out in the tech genre, how he does millions of views per video and his storytelling structure.
Did MrBeast ruin YouTube?
On this episode of Creator Support, we talk about sensational titles, MrBeast's impact on YouTube and the difference between a documentary and video essay on YouTube.
3 books that made us better YouTubers
Today on Creator Support, we talk about our favorite books, Nebula, and recap the Streamys.
How to craft the perfect YouTube intro
This week, we talk about the YouTube video intro checklist, what we learned from the Sidemen's manager, and how to balance creating long and short form content. Join the waitlist for Server Shops on Discord: http://bit.ly/3snRxO5
The Man Behind the Sidemen's $100M Empire
Today on the Colin and Samir, we sit down with Jordan Schwarzenberger, the Sidemen's manager. We cover how Jordan pitched the Sidemen, the ups and downs of launching Sides, and why he won't work with anyone else. The sponsor of this episode, Upwork, has helped us hire talented people all over the world for every part of the creative process - from thumbnail design to video editing to animations. And now we’re using Upwork to hire AI experts. Visit https://obvs.ly/colinandsamir now to sign up to ...
7 habits of highly successful YouTubers
On this episode of Creator Support, we talk about building good habits, hosting a good creator event, and explain who Bobbi Althoff is.
How Ali Abdaal makes $5,741,266.32 a year on YouTube
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
We broke the 3 laws of YouTube
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.
A conversation with YouTube’s rising star BENOFTHEWEEK
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.
An update from London
Today on Creator Support, we share an update from London and answer questions.
An Unfiltered Conversation with Dream
Our interview with Dream.
12 things we've learned from 12 years on YouTube
On today's Creator Support episode, Colin and Samir reflect on 12 years on YouTube, and recap VidCon.
An Unfiltered Conversation with MrBeast
Our full conversation with MrBeast, talking fame, burnout, marriage, Netflix, YouTube business, and the future.
We interviewed a YouTube employee about why videos go viral
Today on the Colin and Samir show, we interview YouTube's Head of Trends, Kevin Allocca.
What life is like right now...
On this week's episode of Creator Support, we cover when to delegate, when to ask for feedback on your videos, and our plans at VidCon.