The Colin and Samir Show

We interviewed MrBeast’s newest employee: Dan Mace

11 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, we interview Dan Mace, the chief creative officer at Beast Philanthropy. Before working with Mr Beast, Dan worked with Casey Neista...

Why MrBeast lost his YouTube record, how to improve the first 5 seconds of a video, recapping 2023 Trends

08 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Creator Support, we talk about GTA VI, Twitch leaving South Korea and answer questions from the audience. Learn more about your ad ...

4 lessons from podcast legend Tim Ferriss that changed our business

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Colin and Samir Show, we recap the 4 most impactful lessons we learned from Tim Ferriss. Listen to the full episode: An Eye-Op...

Emma Chamberlain on money, fame and the future of YouTube

01 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Colin and Samir Show, we interview Emma Chamberlain. We cover her relationship to YouTube, the impact of rejection on her caree...

The Murky Ethics of Clipping on YouTube

01 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Creator Support, we cover the controversy around YouTube clips, go behind the scenes of our interview with Emma Chamberlain and int...

Why this YouTuber replaced himself with AI (Kwebbelkop interview)

23 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we interview YouTube creatorsKwebbelkop, who created an AI version of himself to be the face of his 15 million subscriber channel. Le...

Is TikTok ruining the music industry? (Our interview with AJR)

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 ind...

C&S Rewind: The Full Story of MrBeast

18 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 t...

YouTube's AI updates, our favorite videos of 2023, and what to do if your audience is disappearing

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Creator Support, we break down YouTube's AI updates and answer questions from the audience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Casey Neistat's Latest Video, Prime's $1M Golden Bottle, Responding to hate comments

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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. Cou...

An Unfiltered Conversation with Kurtis Conner

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 mor...

Why creator economy startups are struggling

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Creator Support, we talk about creator economy startups, our least favorite trends on YouTube right now and explain why you should publish "b...

Should creators unionize?

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Creator Support, Colin and Samir talk about the emergence of creator unions and answer questions from the audience. Learn more about your ad ...

An Unfiltered Conversation with Brittany Broski

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 (form...

An Honest Review of the Dude Perfect App

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

We interviewed the CEO of YouTube

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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,...

The Curse of a Viral Video

05 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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, ...

The Absurd Business of Being an Internet Prankster (ft. Max Fosh)

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 c...

AI YouTubers are already replacing us

21 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 Bea...

How Amelia Dimoldenberg built every celebrity’s favorite show (Chicken Shop Date)

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 h...

Unpacking YouTube’s $14 billion NFL investment

14 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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:/...

An Honest Conversation with MrWhosetheBoss

11 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

Did MrBeast ruin YouTube?

07 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Creator Support, we talk about sensational titles, MrBeast's impact on YouTube and the difference between a documentary and video e...

3 books that made us better YouTubers

31 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Creator Support, we talk about our favorite books, Nebula, and recap the Streamys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...

How to craft the perfect YouTube intro

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 for...

The Man Behind the Sidemen's $100M Empire

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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 dow...

7 habits of highly successful YouTubers

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Creator Support, we talk about building good habits, hosting a good creator event, and explain who Bobbi Althoff is. Learn more ab...

How Ali Abdaal makes $5,741,266.32 a year on YouTube

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We interview Ali Abdaal about his business, how he started making YouTube videos, and his advice to aspiring creators. Apply to access Spotter Labs: h...

We broke the 3 laws of YouTube

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Creator Support is back! We're talking about what we learned over our break, and answering questions about YouTube stalking, thumbnail strategy and pr...

A conversation with YouTube’s rising star BENOFTHEWEEK

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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...

An update from London

20 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Creator Support, we share an update from London and answer questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An Unfiltered Conversation with Dream

10 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our interview with Dream. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12 things we've learned from 12 years on YouTube

29 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On today's Creator Support episode, Colin and Samir reflect on 12 years on YouTube, and recap VidCon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...

An Unfiltered Conversation with MrBeast

27 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our full conversation with MrBeast, talking fame, burnout, marriage, Netflix, YouTube business, and the future.  Learn more about your ad choices. V...

We interviewed a YouTube employee about why videos go viral

23 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Colin and Samir show, we interview YouTube's Head of Trends, Kevin Allocca. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...

What life is like right now...

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

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. Learn more abo...

An eye opening conversation with podcast legend Tim Ferriss

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Colin and Samir Show, we sit down with master podcaster and interviewer Tim Ferriss Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...

The Ultimate Guide to Selling YouTube Merch

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Creator Support, we're talking about how to create a product for your audience, the dos and don'ts of creator merch and how much a brand shou...

How Mr Beast made the best YouTube ad we've ever seen

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Creator Support, we're talking about Jimmy's latest upload, how to develop a style on YouTube, and what to leave in stories. Join the Discor...

An Unfiltered Conversation with The Try Guys

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We hope you enjoy our conversation with Zach Kornfeld and Keith Habersberger of The Try Guys. Originally 4 members, the group now is down to 3 after t...

Do anti-thumbnails work on YouTube?

25 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Creator Support, Colin and Samir talk about thumbnails, the writers strike, and advice for high school students. JOIN THE DISCORD: https://d...

How much do YouTubers charge for brand deals?

18 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Creator Support, we're answering questions about brand deals -- how to get them, how much to charge and tips for working with brand...

Why YouTubers do things that don't make sense

11 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Creator Support, we cover The Yard's $250,000 merch drop, how we edit interviews and second channel syndrome. Learn more about your...

Doug DeMuro’s Wild Ride: How Car Reviews Became A $37 Million Business

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Colin and Samir Show, we're interviewing Doug DeMuro. Doug built the business Cars & Bids after creating a popular YouTube channel review...

Is this the future of YouTube?

04 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Creator Support, we're talking about thumbnails, mental health as a creator, and videos from up and coming creators. Mack's video: https:...

Our interview with Deepfake Tom Cruise

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Miles Fisher (aka DeepTomCruise) has amassed a following of 5.2 million on TikTok by using AI to deepfake Tom Cruise. Along the way, he built a compan...

Answering questions we've been avoiding

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Creator Support, we're answering questions we've been avoiding and talking about Shorts with TommyInnit. Learn more about your ad c...

Deestroying’s $10 Million YouTube Dream

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the Colin and Samir Show, we interview Donald De La Haye (aka Deestroying) about how he started his YouTube channel and has changed the w...

Do YouTube subscribers still matter?

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, we're talking about the true value of YouTube subscribers, Emma Chamberlain in Rolling Stone and when to start a second channel. L...

How Cassey Ho went from fitness instructor to YouTube millionaire (Our full interview)

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Colin and Samir Show, we're interviewing creator and entrepreneur Cassey Ho. She's built two 8-figure fitness brands, with over 1 million...

Is MrBeast still the most creative person on YouTube?

13 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Creator Support, we're answering questions about MrBeast's creativity, what we look for when hiring and how young is too young to h...

Life after Nelk (ft. Jesse Sebastiani)

10 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the podcast, we're interviewing Jesse Sebastiani about life after Nelk, how he got started on YouTube, and his new company, Sunday. Learn mo...

Is AI going to destroy YouTube?

06 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, we talk about AI tools on YouTube, the value of scarcity and reflect on publishing our first main channel video. Learn more about...

The Copy and Paste Culture of YouTube (ft. Austin Kleon)

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Plagiarism has become a big problem on YouTube. On today's episode of the show, we talk to Austin Kleon, the author of "Steal like an Artist." Follow ...

Our thoughts on the TikTok Ban

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, we're talking about the TikTok ban, whether or not you should pay for Meta verified and advice on making content about your busines...

When is it too late to become a YouTuber?

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we discuss when to bring on a manager, what happened to creators working with FTX and how to hire editors who care as much about your videos as ...

Why YouTubers were better in 2017

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

To enter to win a consulting session with Hayden Hiller-Smith, fill out this form. Today on the show, we talk about splitting channel revenue with a ...

How Kai Cenat became the King of Twitch

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

To enter to win a consulting session with Hayden Hiller-Smith, fill out this form. Today on the show, we're talking about the rise of Kai Cenat, Emma...

Should you work for a YouTuber?

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

To enter to win a consulting session with Hayden Hiller-Smith, fill out this form. On this episode of the show, we're discussing the average lifespan...

What YouTube's CEO stepping down means for creators

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

To enter to win a consulting session with Hayden Hiller-Smith, fill out this form. YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki announced she's stepping down. Today we...

The problem with copying on YouTube

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we answer questions about plagiarism on YouTube, creative ways to market a channel and what AI tools we use. BOOKS WE MENTIONED Atomic Ha...

How much YouTubers charge for collaborations

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we're talking about YouTube collaborations, how to say no, and all the ways we make money. We're also hiring an editor. Watch the show on Y...

We interviewed YouTube employees about Shorts monetization

02 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We interview YouTube's Todd Sherman and Rene Ritchie about the changes YouTube is making to monetize Shorts. Todd and Rene break down this chart that ...

Why YouTube paid us $268,016.60 in 2022

27 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We answer questions about AdSense, monetizing on YouTube and how much money we made on YouTube in 2022. Watch the episode on YouTube. Learn more about...

3 Things We Learned from 3 Brilliant People

20 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're recapping what we learned from 3 brilliant people we met at a Creator Summit, and answering questions from our audience including how podcast bu...

How Caleb Simpson Mastered YouTube Shorts

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We talk with Caleb Simpson, a short-form creator who's making $35,000 to $40,000 a month. He explains how he found his format, his plans for future gr...

What happens when a creator gets cancelled

05 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, we're discussing Logan Paul, changes in the New Year and what's in and what's out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...

Our conversation with Elon Musk

29 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the podcast, we're covering our surprise conversation with Elon Musk, recapping the winners and losers of 2022, and answering Creator Support...

The future of Twitter without Elon Musk

22 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the podcast, Evan Luzzatto, Chairman of the digital agency Sociallyte, is back to break down the future of Twitter and answer Creator Support...

Predicting the impact of AI on creators

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Creator Support, we're answering questions about AI, how parents should support kids who want to be creators, and more. Learn more ...

Year in Review: Analyzing YouTube's Top 10 moments of 2022

13 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Colin and Samir Show, we're reviewing the biggest moments on YouTube in 2022. Tell us what we missed on Reddit. Order Publish Press merch...

We lost

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on Creator Support, we're recapping the Streamys and answering questions from our audience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

The Full Story of Mark Rober

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Colin and Samir Show, we're interviewing Mark Rober at his studio. Watch the studio tour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho...

The Cure for Loneliness as a Creator [Creator Support]

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Colin and Samir Show, we discuss fixes for loneliness, our predictions for the Streamys and Spotify Wrapped. Ask us a question ...

Making sense of Elon Musk's Twitter

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we're joined by Evan Luzzatto, Chairman of the digital agency Sociallyte, to discuss the latest with Elon Musk's Twitter. Evan is also...

What FTX's collapse means for creators [Creator Support]

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show, we're covering what FTX's collapse means for creators, answering questions about our Beast Burger documentary, and explaining how c...

The Making of our MrBeast Burger Documentary

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Colin and Samir Show, we sit down with editor Chris Schwaar to talk about the making of "24 hours with MrBeast." Watch the docu...

Why everyone is getting fired in the Creator Economy

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're talking about why Meta laid off 11,000 employees, how you should split revenue as creative partners and Casey Neistat's advice for cre...

Inside the complicated business of Vlogging: Interview with UrMomAshley

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are diving into the world of lifestyle vlogging and chatting with a creator named Ashely Alexander aka UrMomAshley. We talk about her ris...

Our thoughts on Elon Musk's Twitter [Creator Support]

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the podcast, we're talking about Elon Musk's changes at Twitter, and answering questions from our community. Ask us a question on Reddit. Lea...

4 predictions for the future of the creator economy [Creator Support]

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Creator Support, we answer questions about YouTube's ad revenue declining, how to focus on story in videos, and how creators should...

3 genius strategies Dream used to get 31 million subscribers

24 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the podcast, we're explaining Dream's strategy to grow an audience of 31 million people, and discussing whether or not his face reveal was a ...

What a YouTube producer actually does [Creator Support]

21 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Colin and Samir Show, we're answering questions from our audience. We're breaking down the various behind-the-scenes roles at a YouTube c...

How to make a comeback on YouTube [Creator Support]

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Creator Support, we answer questions about hiring a CEO, whether using popular music is worth it, and how to make a comeback on You...

Lessons from a Master Storyteller: Hasan Minhaj

10 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Colin and Samir Show, we're interviewing comedian Hasan Minhaj about his new special, The King's Jester. Learn more about your ad choices...

How it actually felt to cross 1 million subscribers [Creator Support]

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Colin and Samir Show, we talk about crossing 1 million subscribers, Dream's face reveal and our interview process. Learn more a...

How to develop discipline: A conversation with Ryan Holiday

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today we're publishing an interview with author and philosopher Ryan Holiday. Ryan writes about Stoicism, which is the belief that we can’t control ...

Our response to getting copied on YouTube [Creator Support]

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the podcast, we're reflecting on Day 1 of VidSummit and answering questions from our community. Ask us a question on Reddit Learn more about ...

The story behind Twitch's worst week ever

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Twitch just had the worst week we've ever seen for a social media platform. Colin and Samir explain what happened, how creators are reacting, and answ...

How YouTube is about to change forever [Creator Support]

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Creator Support, we're covering YouTube's changes to Shorts monetization, what Casey Neistat's return to vlogging means for YouTube...

How Jarvis Johnson Quit His Job to Sit and Talk to Millions

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Colin and Samir Show, we're interviewing commentary creator Jarvis Johnson on how he got his start on YouTube and what makes the commenta...

How we deal with jealousy [Creator Support]

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the Colin and Samir Show, we're covering: Creator economy headlines How we deal with jealousy of other creators How to tell you ...

What creators can learn from professional athletes — our conversation with lacrosse star Paul Rabil

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Colin and Samir Show, we're talking to our friend Paul Rabil about what creators and professional athletes have in common. We also talk a...

What really happened at the MrBeast Burger opening

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Colin and Samir Show, we're sharing our experience at MrBeast's first physical burger restaurant. We're also answering questions about ho...

How Rhett and Link Failed their way to 8 Billion Views on YouTube

05 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rhett and Link have been making YouTube videos for over 15 years. They now have a successful media company with over 120 employees and continue to put...

What the end of Instagram means for small businesses [Creator Support]

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Colin and Samir Show, we're talking about the end of Instagram, why we're not making YouTube Shorts and how to pick a platform to focus o...

Why creators need a bucket list – our interview with Ben Nemtin

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we're interviewing our friend Ben Nemtin. Ben created and starred in the MTV show The Buried Life. Today, he's a producer, speaker a...

What to do when a video tanks [Creator Support]

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Colin and Samir Show, we're answering your questions about creator unions, what to do when a video is 10 out of 10 in YouTube Studio, and...

Cody Ko & Noel Miller on Quitting That's Cringe, Monetizing TMG, and Partying with Elon Musk [Extended]

24 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Colin and Samir Show, we interview Cody Ko and Noel Miller from Tiny Meat Gang Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Addressing criticism from our audience [Creator Support]

18 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the Colin and Samir Show, we're addressing some feedback from our audience, reviewing an idea that Airrack passed on, and sharing our thought...