Chad and Steve Have a Podcast

Hey everyone, we are still alive and back with episode #118 of Chad & Steve Have a Podcast! We are joined by Robert Dunn (Aging Wheels) and diving into a whirlwind chat that spans everything from camera settings, AI video creation, and the charm of old-school analog photography, to the mixed reactions we've seen in the comment sections.

We also get into the nitty-gritty of car safety, ponder over the beauty(?) and design(?) of things like the Cybertruck, and share our personal stories about handling the good, the bad, and the ugly comments online.

Plus, we can't forget Robert's head-turning cars, run-ins with vehicle regulations, and how politics plays a part in what we drive.

Check our Robert's latest video on the Aptera: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DDmeqLEB9c0

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In this conversation, Chad Reynolds and Steve Ramsey discuss the changing landscape of YouTube and why many YouTubers are quitting the platform.

Additional topics include quitting drinking, cleaning and organizing Steve's shop, the rise of Patreon as a funding option for creators, the decline of brand sponsorships, creating art for yourself and slimming down your team.

They reflect on the golden days of YouTube and how it has evolved over time. They also explore the role of YouTube as a discovery platform and the need for alternative platforms. The conversation delves into the nine-year life cycle of trends and the importance of trying something new.

They emphasize the importance of creating content for oneself and building a business beyond YouTube. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the future of their podcast.

• The release of YouTube Rewind, a cringe-worthy video, marked a turning point for the platform
• Many YouTubers are moving beyond YouTube and building businesses that are not solely reliant on the platform
• YouTube still serves as a valuable discovery platform, but creators should be less emotionally attached to it
• Trying something new and different is important for long-term sustainability and growth

MORE CHAD & STEVE: http://www.ChadandSteve.com

In this episode we're big on art and talking about New Year's resolutions and self-improvement. We discuss setting intentions rather than resolutions for the new year, emphasizing personal growth and self-reflection. The show also touches on the importance of communication and connection with others, and finding a balance between personal and professional pursuits. We share insights from our experiences as content creators and individuals, aiming to inspire and motivate listeners in their own journeys.

In this conversation, Rob Kenney discusses his YouTube channel ( https://www.youtube.com/@DadhowdoI ) and the impact he hopes to have on his audience. He talks about the challenges of authenticity and self-awareness as a content creator and the importance of avoiding controversial topics.

Rob also shares his personal journey of forgiveness and the power it has had in his life. He discusses the responsibility of being a role model as a dad and the value of sponsorships that align with his values.

The conversation concludes with Rob reflecting on becoming an empty nester and his transition to full-time YouTube.

In this conversation, Rob Kenney from Dad, How Do I discusses various topics, including sports, managing messages and expectations, balancing social media and personal time, interactions with fans, feeling seen and appreciated, and celebrity interactions.

• Forgiveness can be a powerful tool for personal growth and healing.
• Being a role model as a dad involves recognizing the value of fatherhood and encouraging other dads to do their best.
• Sponsorships should be integrated authentically into content to maintain the trust of the audience.
• Becoming an empty nester can be a bittersweet experience, but it also opens up new opportunities for personal growth.
• Transitioning to full-time YouTube requires careful planning and consideration of financial stability.
• Encouraging and empowering Dads is important for building strong families and communities.
• Reflecting on regrets and lessons learned can help individuals grow and make better choices in the future. Being a fan of sports teams can be challenging, especially when they are not performing well.
• Managing messages and expectations can be overwhelming, but it's important to find ways to disconnect and have personal space.
• Balancing social media and personal time can be difficult, but setting boundaries and prioritizing alone time can help.
• Interacting with fans can be both rewarding and challenging, and it's important to make them feel seen and appreciated.

Christopher Bill is a Composer, Arranger, Music Director, Video Maker, YouTuber and a Trombonist.

Christopher started his channel "Classical Trombone", way back in 2009 and started posting videos in 2011. Over the years he has built a dedicated audience of almost 300,000 subscribers.

Not only is he an amazing trombone player, he has showcased the trombone as such a versatile instrument with his clever takes on popular music.

Christopher joins us from his camper / studio / car, how cool is that!?

Visit Christopher Bill's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr-U9BPniu4AQA16baIPHYQ

Karen Brown is a YouTuber, quilter, crafter, mother, wife, daughter, businesswoman, but not necessarily in that order. Karen is the creator behind Just Get It Done Quilts, a name that I love because it is all in the way that you say it :)

February 11th, 2018 was the day that Karen opened the doors on her YouTube channel - she uploaded her first video called "hazel nut quilt part 2" and just a few years later, she's managed to attract over 30,000,000 videos views and build a faithful community of almost 400,000 subscribers.

In this episode, Karen discusses her creator journey from knowing basically nothing about Instagram or Youtube, to becoming a one of the top online personalities in the quilting niche.

👉 Just Get it Done Quilts on Youtube:

https://www.youtube.com/@JustGetitDoneQuilts

👉 Just Get it Done Quilts Website:

https://www.justgetitdonequilts.com

In this conversation, jREG (Greg Guevara) discusses starting a YouTube channel and the challenges of maintaining a fragmented identity. We talk about the importance of creating unique art and making videos that no one else can replicate.

jREG's satire is often misunderstood, but he believes that if viewers 'get it,' he hasn't done his job properly. He aims to provide negative value and deconstruct viewers' perspectives.

The conversation also touches on the need for community among YouTubers and the Toronto studio that Greg is a part of. The podcast ends with plans for future collaboration and a visit to the studio.

jREG on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jREG

Other Stuff We Discuss:

Creating Unique Art and Making Videos

Understanding jREG's Satire

Providing Negative Value

Engaging Viewers Actively

The Value of Lo-Fi Editing

Creating Art vs. Commercial Content

The Need for Community Among YouTubers

Balancing Introversion and Extroversion

Appreciation for Jreg's Music

Upcoming Ironic Rave Event

The Forgotten Generation of Gen Xers

In this episode, we are joined by guest Matt Shea, YouTuber known for his gaming content. We talk about Matt's two week road trip across Canada and his utter awe at witnessing the world's largest red paperclip. And of course, we talk about gaming content on YouTube and how it's changed over the past decade. Matt Shea on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@TheMattShea

Join Chad and Steve as they host Cas Aarssen, the Clutterbug, for an enlightening episode covering YouTube, decluttering, intriguing insights into ADHD, and hoarding-themed TV shows. Cas's journey from chaos to clarity during her office renovation sets the stage for an episode packed with wisdom, laughter, and a dash of Halloween spirit!

Some of the topic explored:

• YouTube Mastery: Discover Cas Aarssen's YouTube success with 800,000 subscribers and 100 million views.
• Algorithm Insights: Gain a deeper understanding of YouTube's ever-changing algorithm, the importance of watch time, and the impact of thumbnails.
• Decluttering Wisdom: Learn practical tips for decluttering, garage sales, and embracing minimalism.
• ADHD Awareness: Explore the challenges and triumphs of living with ADHD and the importance of alternative learning structures.
• Hoarding Fascination: Uncover the allure of hoarding-themed TV shows and the satisfaction of watching transformations unfold.

Whether you're a content creator, someone navigating decluttering, or intrigued by psychology and personal growth, there's something here for you. Tune in for a fresh perspective on decluttering, content creation, and the joys of learning from life's challenges.

Visit Cas on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Clutterbug

This week we talked with Frank James about the ever-changing YouTube landscape and the state of comedy videos today.

Watch Frank on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FrankJames

In this episode as we delve into intentional living, analog watches, and the trials of tech support. We share personal anecdotes and insights that revolve around intentional purchasing, digital technology, and the challenges of navigating tech support.

Intentional purchasing can shape our lives and spaces. Chad recounts how his desire for a smartwatch ultimately led him to embrace the simplicity of his analog timepiece. The conversation explores the evolving mindset behind minimalism and intentionalism, touching on how we curate our surroundings and let go of clutter. Steve's journey towards intentional living is illuminated through his experience with art and home decor, where he shares the trials of decluttering and redecorating with intention.

And recycling is kinda bullshit lol.

Be sure to watch Robert and his cars on Aging Wheels: https://www.youtube.com/@agingwheels

Taylor Lorenz is a jounalist covering the content creator world and a tech columnist for The Washington Post.

She has previously worked for The New York Times, The Atlantic, and The Daily Beast. Her writing has appeared in New York Magazine, Rolling Stone, Fast Company and she regularly appears on NBC, CNN, MSNBC, and the BBC. 

Taylor was named to Fortune’s 40 Under 40 list of Leaders in Media and Entertainment in 2020, Adweek included her in their Young Influentials Who Are Shaping Media, Marketing and Tech listing, Town & Country magazine named her to their New Creative Vanguards list, calling her “The Bob Woodward of the TikTok generation.” 

She lives in Los Angeles, and is currently beefing with Elon Musk on Twitter or x or whatever we call it today.

More importantly, she is the author of the upcoming book:

Extremely Online, the untold story of Fame, influence and power on the internet which comes out October 3rd.

Pre-Order here: https://www.amazon.com/Extremely-Online-Untold-Influence-Internet/dp/1982146869

What better way to add to that impressive list of accomplishments, than with an appearance on Chad and Steve have a podcast.

In this episode we talked to JJ about pet ownership and how your state or town isn't as unique as you think it is. And is anyone still interested in fishing?

https://www.youtube.com/@JJMcCullough

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.

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.

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.

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.

YouTube is now taking an aggressive stance to block ad blockers. Is this a good thing?

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!

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.

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

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.

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?

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?

In this episode we talked about how Chad bought Instagram followers, and how that works. And assistants for bigshot YouTubers.

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'"

 JJ McCullough is back with us to discuss YouTube, cultural literacy and aging. 

In this episode we played a quick round of "Keep it or ditch it", talked about YouTube getting a new CEO, Steve transcending YouTube, and ai generated comment. Bow to your content robot overlords!

Mr. Beast, Netflix, and using "value" to justify clickbait. 

Chad Reynolds and Steve Ramsey are back with another mildly-entertaining podcast talking about YouTube, but mostly a lot of other things that are not completely related to YouTube.

Join us as we tackle the topic of New Year's Resolutions in this long-overdue episode of Chad & Steve Have A Podcast. We'll reflect on our past goals and aspirations and share our 'determinations' for 2023! We have a lively conversation about YouTube and the current state of the platform. Also, we're going to VidCon!

So, grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and get ready for a fresh start with Chad Reynolds (Clean My Space) and Steve Ramsey (Woodworking for Mere Mortals)

#YouTuber #Podcast #ChadandSteve

Chris Burton (aka Half-Asleep Chris) joins the podcast again to discuss Lego, YouTube videos, cats, new homes and much more! 

(Basically we talked a lot about Lego)

Check out Chris's channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@HalfAsleepChris

It's been awhile since we last connected with Tiffany Ferguson (aka TiffanyFerg) and there is much to talk about! We discuss the crazy world of wedding planning, the fickle world of content creation, short form content vs long form content and wanting to never be on camera again.

Check out Tiffany's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/tiffanyferg

Alec Watson is the creator behind Technology Connections, a YouTube channel started in 2014 that creates entertaining and educational videos about, well, just about anything.

Be it a kettle or coffee percolator, can opener, a DVD, a turn signal, or maybe contents of a lava lamp - Alec guides us through these banal subjects in a calm, collected manner - while sprinkling in just the right amount of humour and entertainment to make the learning enjoyable.

The videos are incredibly well produced and packed full of information that you never thought you actually needed to know, but by the end you're sitting there like, wow, I learned something by watching a YouTube video.

And then you realize you're not the only one watching and that Technology Connections has built an audience of over 1.7 million subscribers on the back of only 160 videos - and all of that adds up to almost 200,000,000 video views.

Technology Connections on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TechnologyConnections

It's been far too long since we last had Matthias Wandel on the podcast to join us in complaining about YouTube and droning on about how things were better in the olden days.

Check out Matthias on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Matthiaswandel

Our friend JJ McCullough joins us to discuss a wide range of topics from incessantly checking YouTube statistics, writing a column for The Washington Post, worrying about those damn thumbnails, coming to Toronto for BufferFest, Bill C-11 and much more!

Check out JJ's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JJMcCullough

We are joined (for a record 5th time) by our friend Kevin Espiritu of Epic Gardening to discuss YouTube Shorts, Tik Tok, not posting photographs on Instagram, why Steve Ramsey's tomatoes won't grow, gardening myths and we finally find out what is a weed.

Check out Epic Gardening: https://www.youtube.com/c/EpicGardening

Follow Chad & Steve on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChadandSteve

Jill Bearup is back on the show to discuss a little bit of everything, including YouTube Shorts, Twitter, TikTok, Swords and taking a break from creating content. 

Check out Jill's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JillBearup

We're back with another episode of Chad & Steve Have A Podcast! And this time we are talking about the general sense of frustration with YouTube and social media in general these days. What a bold choice of subjects for Chad Reynolds and Steve Ramsey to talk about.

It's been awhile since we've had a guest on the podcast, so in this episode we welcome back one of the first guests we had on the Chad & Steve podcast - Jared Polin aka Fro KnowsPhoto - who joins us to talk about the fascinating world of professional bowling, sharing your political beliefs on social media and of course, photography.  

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Chad & Steve Have A Podcast is hosted by Chad Reynolds and Steve Ramsey. This is where YouTubers share their stories. We interview a diverse range of content creators and learn more about the creator behind the content.

Listen to more episode at http://www.ChadandSteve.com

Chad & Steve are back to share stories of the 'old days' of YouTube (including a trip to YouTube Brandcast in 2013), buying things from Instagram ads, making woodworking and cleaning courses, Google video and we play Steve Ramsey: Fact or Fiction! 

 In this episode, Chad and Steve discuss the current situation in Russia and the effect on content creators, reminisce about the olden days of the internet and explore just how well they know their YouTube audiences.

It's been a little while since we last spoke, so in this episode we discuss where we have been, what we have been doing and what will become of Chad & Steve Have A Podcast. 

We also spend like an hour talking about YouTube stuff.