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A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[00:00 - 00:05] Crime is typically low in Japan, but when it happens, it can be extreme.

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[00:11 - 00:16]The speaker does an impression of a podcast and talks about being a guest on the show.

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[03:17 - 03:33]The speaker discusses the challenges of being an anime YouTuber and how the hype around Attack on Titan has brought attention back to the genre.

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[05:25 - 05:33]The speaker's channel is difficult to label, but is essentially a mix of anime and Japan-related content.

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[06:41 - 06:50]The speaker mentions another video series that they no longer make.

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[07:00 - 07:05]The speaker also discusses the challenges of being labeled as a "celebrity" on sites like Famous Birthdays.

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[07:24 - 07:32]The speaker has attended anime conventions in the past.

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[07:24 - 07:32]The speaker enjoys talking about Japanese products and culture.

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[07:24 - 07:32]The speaker recently attended an event with non-YouTubers and enjoyed the change of pace.

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[07:24 - 07:32]The speaker's channel is essentially a mix of anime and Japan-related content, but can be enjoyed by anyone.

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[07:32 - 07:44]The speaker used to make more analytical and informative videos, but has since shifted to more casual content.

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[07:44 - 07:52]The speaker's favorite video was about analyzing references in an anime.

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[07:52 - 07:58]The speaker has a Wikipedia page.

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[00:00 - 07:58]The speaker discusses their YouTube channel, which focuses on a mix of anime and Japan-related content. They also talk about the challenges of being an anime YouTuber and the recent resurgence in interest in the genre thanks to Attack on Titan. The speaker used to make more analytical videos but has since shifted to more casual content. They also mention attending anime conventions and enjoying talking about Japanese products and culture. The speaker also briefly discusses the challenges of being labeled as a "celebrity" on sites like Famous Birthdays.

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[07:58 - 08:08]The speaker talks about a video they made about Naruto and how it became popular

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[08:08 - 08:16]They mention finding vocaloid and Ghibli videos on YouTube and their surprise at the popularity of their own video

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[08:16 - 08:38]The speaker recalls uploading a vocaloid video that they almost didn't post

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[09:38 - 09:44]They talk about meeting Joey, a YouTuber, through a DM on YouTube

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[09:38 - 09:44]The speaker and Joey became friends and started making videos together

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[10:38 - 10:48]They mention playing visual novels and doujins together on camera

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[11:01 - 11:10]They mention their previous YouTube account, SchoolGirl101, and how it got banned for uploading hentai

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[12:40 - 12:46]The speaker talks about how they found Joey's YouTube channel and reached out to him

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[15:53 - 16:02]The speaker reveals that they have feelings for Joey and that he is their first real boyfriend

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[16:09 - 16:15]Joey was initially dense and didn't realize the speaker's feelings until they explicitly said "I like you"

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[07:58 - 16:30]The speaker talks about their popular video on Naruto, meeting Joey through a DM on YouTube, and their relationship as friends and eventually boyfriend and girlfriend. They also mention their previous YouTube account, SchoolGirl101, and their shared love for visual novels and doujins.

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[16:39 - 16:53]The speaker reminisces about spending time on Skype calls with friends when they were 19 years old.

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[16:59 - 17:08]They mention spending 10-15 hours on a call one day and how they were in Toronto at the time.

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[17:58 - 18:05]The speaker talks about ghosting their friends on YouTube during their last year of university.

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[18:17 - 18:29]They mention their samurai fire video coming out and how they met at AX in 2016.

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[20:11 - 20:20]The speaker talks about their first time at AX in 2013 and watching AX vlogs in 2007.

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[21:43 - 22:05]They mention being jealous of Americans and Australians for their acceptance of nerd culture.

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[22:53 - 23:04]The speaker talks about feeling like they belonged at their first convention and connecting with others who liked the same things.

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[23:45 - 23:52]They mention their parents being accepting of their hobbies and how their mom checks their YouTube account for copyright claims.

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[16:30 - 24:15]The speaker talks about their experiences with friends on Skype calls, ghosting their friends on YouTube during university, and reconnecting with a friend at AX in 2016. They also mention their jealousy of America and Australia's acceptance of nerd culture, their first convention experience, and their parents' support of their hobbies.

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[24:42 - 24:53]The speaker talks about their parents being aware of their YouTube channel and occasionally watching their content

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[24:53 - 25:01]The parents have changed since the creation of the channel, and now watch every clip and stream

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[25:09 - 25:15]The speaker's parents are supportive but do not fully understand or agree with their content

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[25:33 - 25:43]The speaker's dad occasionally gives feedback on their videos

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[26:50 - 27:01]The speaker mentions a sponsorship with a hydration product

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[28:34 - 28:40]They discuss how they did not intend to become a YouTuber but decided to pursue it after receiving their first paycheck

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[31:11 - 31:18]The speaker knew that YouTube was what they wanted to do from that moment on

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[31:31 - 31:37]They also had a part-time job and were a full-time student at the time

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[31:53 - 32:02]The speaker took a year to focus on YouTube and cut ties with people who did not support their passion

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[31:53 - 32:02]The speaker's relationship was affected by their decision to pursue YouTube, but they were willing to cut ties for their passion

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[24:16 - 32:12]Overall, the speaker's parents are supportive but do not fully understand their content, and the speaker is determined to pursue YouTube despite obstacles.

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[32:12 - 32:39]Person talking about the pressure of balancing a relationship and work/school

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[32:39 - 33:06]Worked long hours, sometimes until 7am, and felt unhealthy

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[32:39 - 33:06]At first, excited to be paid for something they love, but later realized the toll it takes

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[33:08 - 33:14]YouTube has had its ups and downs, but still loved

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[33:08 - 33:14]Has been doing YouTube for 6 years, since 2014

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[33:25 - 33:38]Perspective on YouTube changed over time

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[33:25 - 33:38]Met someone who has changed their perspective on YouTube

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[34:36 - 34:42]Some people love being in the spotlight, others get crushed by it

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[34:42 - 34:56]Some YouTubers intertwine their self-worth with their success on YouTube

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[34:56 - 35:06]Can be scary to think of YouTube as just a job, rather than a passion

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[35:18 - 35:34]Has found a healthy balance and doesn't think about YouTube constantly

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[36:03 - 36:12]Used to be more focused on grinding and uploading frequently, but now uploads once a week

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[36:12 - 36:23]Audience has changed and prefers less frequent, but higher quality videos

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[36:41 - 36:51]Frustrated with people who only care about being friends with other big YouTubers

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[37:13 - 37:38]Always tries to bring non-YouTuber friends along on trips and events

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[38:23 - 38:32]Dislikes when people only DM for collaborations or to use them for connections

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[38:32 - 38:59]Rarely does collaborations unless there is a genuine connection with the person

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[39:05 - 39:18]Introverted and picky with friends, but values the ones chosen tightly

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[32:12 - 39:36]Consistently tries to balance and prioritize time with different friends.

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[39:36 - 39:46] The speaker doesn't like being around too many people and hopes that their friends don't expect anything from the friendship.

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[40:14 - 40:31]They prefer to hang out with people rather than collaborate with them on their channel.

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[42:18 - 42:25]The speaker struggles with eye contact and social skills, but has learned to improve through practice and observation.

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[43:20 - 43:26]They mention a podcast about an anime that explores social skills and gamifies them.

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[45:22 - 45:31]The importance of handshakes and how they can make a good or bad first impression.

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[46:32 - 46:40]The speaker shares a story about meeting the other person's family and how they discovered a shared interest in boxing.

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[39:36 - 46:59]A concise and comprehensive summary of the previous points is that the speaker struggles with social skills but has learned to improve through practice and observation, and values genuine connections with people over collaborations on their channel. They also mention the importance of handshakes and share a personal anecdote about meeting the other person's family.

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[46:59 - 47:11]Aki had dinner with her family in London without Aki present

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[47:11 - 47:20]Aki's family was staying in a hotel in London

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[47:11 - 47:20]Aki's family was in a nice and posh area of London

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[47:11 - 47:20]Aki's family was far away from Aki's house

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[47:11 - 47:20]Connor helped Aki's family while they were in London

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[47:45 - 47:54]It was during a heat wave and Aki took them on a hot and crowded train

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[49:27 - 49:33]Aki's parents are obsessed with YouTubers and streamers

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[49:59 - 50:10]Aki's parents are introverted but open up to friends, especially when food is involved

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[51:24 - 51:29]They always offer food to solve problems and are not afraid to comment on weight

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[51:24 - 51:29]Asian culture is different from the West in this regard

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[52:06 - 52:12]Aki's family is welcoming to all of Aki's friends

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[52:19 - 52:37]Garnt's mom tried to make non-spicy Thai food for Aki but it turned out spicy

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[54:01 - 54:06]Aki had dinner with her family in London, without Aki present, as they were staying in a hotel in a nice and posh area of the city.

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[54:12 - 54:20]Aki's real name is Agnes but she doesn't go by it

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[54:12 - 54:20]Aki's family is Southeast Asian and has a different mentality compared to other cultures Comprehensive summary:

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[54:12 - 54:20]Aki's family was far away from her house, and Connor helped them while they were in London during a heat wave.

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[54:20 - 54:32]Aki's parents are introverted but open up to friends, especially when food is involved. They are also obsessed with YouTubers and streamers.

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[54:20 - 54:32]Aki's parents are not afraid to comment on weight and are welcoming to all of Aki's friends.

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[54:32 - 54:43]Aki was in military school for four years

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[54:32 - 54:43]Garnt's mom tried to make non-spicy Thai food for Aki, but it turned out spicy.

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[54:32 - 54:43]Aki was in military school for four years, as she was preparing for a career in the military.

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[54:43 - 54:49]Aki's real name is Agnes, but she doesn't go by it.

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[54:49 - 54:57]The purpose of military school is to prepare for a career in the military

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[46:59 - 54:57]Aki's family, being Southeast Asian, has a different mentality compared to other cultures.

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[55:02 - 55:10] The speaker discusses the American culture of patriotism and military service

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[55:10 - 55:19]They mention that in England, it is not common for people to talk about wanting to join the military

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[55:47 - 55:58]The speaker reveals that they joined the military in high school to impress a crush, but ended up staying because they enjoyed it

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[56:07 - 56:16]They talk about feeling like an imposter when they first came out about their military background on Twitter

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[57:06 - 57:12]The speaker explains that the military program in their high school was very strict and disciplining

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[58:18 - 58:23]They discuss the daily routine and expectations of the program, including inspections and drill exercises

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[59:16 - 59:30]The speaker mentions that they also trained at a real marine corps base in San Diego

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[1.00:24 - 1.00:34]They reveal that about 50% of their classmates who completed the program went on to join the military

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[1.01:29 - 1.01:42]The speaker reflects on their experience and how it toughened them up, but acknowledges that it may be seen as abuse in other situations

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[1.01:42 - 1.01:56]They explain that some people join the military because they need someone to guide them and tell them what to do

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[1.02:03 - 1.02:09]The speaker mentions the lack of personal time and constant yelling they experienced during their time at the marine corps base

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[54:57 - 1.02:18]The speaker joined the military in high school to impress a crush, but ended up staying for four years. They discuss the strict and disciplining nature of the program, as well as their experience at a real marine corps base. They reflect on the impact it had on them and mention that about 50% of their classmates joined the military after completing the program.

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[1.02:18 - 1.02:29]Person describes being in a military program and ranking up to chief petty officer

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[1.02:29 - 1.02:37]Person describes being able to chew out other cadets and make them cry

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[1.04:26 - 1.04:33]Person explains the strictness and academic/physical requirements of the program

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[1.04:39 - 1.04:51]Person admits they joined the program because they liked a boy

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[1.05:12 - 1.05:21]Person holds a rave in their house at 18 and is recognized by old classmates as a YouTuber

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[1.06:37 - 1.06:43]Person's old teacher asks them to record a message for her students and becomes a "cool teacher"

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[1.06:52 - 1.07:01]Person reflects on how seeing old classmates at the reunion will be a way to compare how their lives have changed since high school

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[1.07:59 - 1.08:12]Person's old high school plans a reunion for their 10 year graduation anniversary

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[1.09:04 - 1.09:28]Reunion is organized by a classmate and person debates if they want to go

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[1.02:18 - 1.09:51]Person discusses their experience in a military program, including ranking up, making other cadets cry, and the strict requirements. They also mention joining the program because of a crush and being recognized by old classmates as a YouTuber. The person debates attending their high school reunion to see how their classmates' lives have changed.

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[1.09:51 - 1.09:58] The speaker discusses their high school alumni website and how it organizes information about homecoming and who is attending.

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[1.10:04 - 1.10:10]They mention that their school has been around for a while and has a Twitter account.

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[1.10:19 - 1.10:24]The speaker signed up for the alumni website to see who was going to homecoming and received messages from old high school classmates.

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[1.11:15 - 1.11:22]They share their initial attitude towards high school reunions, feeling too cool for it.

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[1.11:49 - 1.11:57]The speaker talks about the small town mindset of staying in one place and how they eventually became curious about their former classmates during quarantine.

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[1.13:03 - 1.13:09]They discuss their family history of staying in the same area for generations and how they moved to different countries.

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[1.14:15 - 1.14:21]The speaker shares their experience living in Mechanicsville, Virginia and how they didn't realize they had a slight country twang to their accent until they moved to the West Coast.

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[1.16:29 - 1.16:35]They discuss the confusion around different accents in the UK and how it is easier to keep track of accents in the US.

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[1.16:52 - 1.17:06]The speaker mentions that Australia is the only English-speaking country without regional dialects, but rather varying degrees of strength in the accent.

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[1.17:29 - 1.17:36]They give an example of how two people from opposite sides of Australia can sound exactly the same to someone who is not familiar with the accent.

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[1.09:51 - 1.17:44]The speaker discusses their high school alumni website and their curiosity about former classmates during quarantine. They also talk about their family history of staying in the same area for generations and their experience living in different countries. They mention the confusion around accents in the UK and how Australia is the only English-speaking country without regional dialects.

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[1.18:42 - 1.18:50] The speakers discuss their fascination with British culture, which was sparked by various influences such as TV shows and music

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[1.19:58 - 1.20:06]One speaker's obsession with the UK did not start with "The Crown", but rather with "Harry Potter"

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[1.21:50 - 1.22:00]They discuss how people often confuse their Asian culture and refer to strangers as "uncle" or "auntie"

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[1.22:54 - 1.23:05]The speakers also discuss the pressure of being a "translator" for non-Japanese speaking friends

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[1.24:16 - 1.24:32]They also discuss the difference between gradual and sudden growth on YouTube

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[1.24:16 - 1.24:32]The conversation shifts to discussing family crests and clans in Scottish culture

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[1.24:16 - 1.24:32]They also mention how gaming has changed the meaning of "clan"

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[1.24:33 - 1.24:40]One speaker's family has ties to Scotland, making their clan name more meaningful

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[1.24:33 - 1.24:40]They talk about the difference between the words "clan" and "family"

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[1.24:33 - 1.24:40]The speakers mention the confusion of people assuming they are fluent in Japanese based on their appearance

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[1.24:40 - 1.24:46]The speakers talk about collaborating and gaining a significant amount of subscribers in a short period of time

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[1.25:22 - 1.25:31]One speaker's sudden growth on YouTube caused immense pressure and feelings of being pushed onto a stage to perform

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[1.25:22 - 1.25:31]The sudden growth on YouTube caused a lot of pressure and anxiety for one of the speakers

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[1.25:22 - 1.25:31]They discuss the pressure of constantly being asked to translate for friends in a foreign country

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[1.25:22 - 1.25:31]One speaker talks about pretending to not know Japanese to avoid being a translator for a day

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[1.25:22 - 1.25:31]The conversation ends with one speaker expressing their understanding of feeling like a "babysitter" for friends in a foreign country

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[1.17:44 - 1.25:31]The sudden growth on YouTube caused immense pressure and feelings of being pushed onto a stage to perform.

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[1.25:32 - 1.25:39]Vocalize remembers making a video thanking subscribers for 100k and then quickly making another thanking for 200k

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[1.25:49 - 1.25:55]He debated making a video for 300k but ultimately decided against it

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[1.26:00 - 1.26:08]He didn't feel like he was part of the anime community at the time and was focused on his own content

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[1.26:45 - 1.26:54]He transitioned away from only doing anime content to exploring other interests and experiences in Japan

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[1.27:06 - 1.27:15]He sees himself as an "otaku channel" rather than an anime analysis channel

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[1.27:31 - 1.27:42]Vocalize and others in the anime community have moved away from solely focusing on anime content

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[1.27:51 - 1.28:03]There was pressure to talk about specific anime and have unique opinions

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[1.32:11 - 1.32:16]Vocalize got into true crime and serial killers because of his interest in horror and psychology

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[1.32:11 - 1.32:16]Many girls in the anime community have also recently become interested in true crime

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[1.32:11 - 1.32:16]True crime content became more popular on YouTube and sparked an interest in the subject

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[1.32:57 - 1.33:09]Vocalize is fascinated by the psychology of serial killers and their intelligence

A youtube thumbnail wor Exposing the Truth of YouTube (ft. @akidearest) | Trash Taste #42

[1.25:32 - 1.33:09]Vocalize remembers making a video thanking subscribers for 100k and quickly reaching 200k. He transitioned away from only doing anime content and now explores various interests and experiences in Japan. He also got into true crime and serial killers due to his interest in horror and psychology, which has become a popular topic among girls in the anime community.

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[1.33:09 - 1.33:36]The speaker discusses their interest in criminal psychology and how they admire the skill of interrogators.

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[1.33:57 - 1.34:03]The speaker mentions how crime in Japan is usually low, but when it does happen, it is extreme.

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[1.34:37 - 1.34:46]They then talk about their interest in true crime in Japan, and how it is often buried and not talked about.

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[1.35:03 - 1.35:15]They discuss their fascination with trying to understand the psychology behind these extreme crimes.

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[1.36:58 - 1.37:03]They mention the documentary about the hotel where a girl was found in the water tank, and the frustration of the police with online sleuths.

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[1.37:13 - 1.37:24]The conversation shifts to the topic of true crime podcasts and documentaries, and the speaker's friend mentions the annoyance of people trying to solve cases online.

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[1.37:56 - 1.38:03]The conversation concludes with a discussion about the importance of sticking to facts when discussing serious topics like murder.

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[1.38:20 - 1.38:32]The speaker discusses their own YouTube channel where they discuss closed cases and theories.

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[1.38:20 - 1.38:32]They mention their hesitation to cover ongoing cases, such as the "Twitter killer" in Japan.

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[1.38:51 - 1.38:58]The conversation turns to the topic of Netflix documentaries and how they can drag out the story too much.

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[1.39:38 - 1.39:44]The speaker mentions another Netflix documentary called "Don't Fuck with Cats" and their annoyance with one of the main narrators.

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[1.33:09 - 1.40:40]In summary, the speaker and their friends discuss their interest in criminal psychology and true crime, including their own YouTube channel and their thoughts on Netflix documentaries. They also mention the annoyance of people trying to solve cases online and the importance of sticking to facts when discussing serious topics.

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[1.41:50 - 1.42:02] The speaker discusses their lack of interest in true crime due to the way it is presented as entertainment rather than a real-life tragedy.

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[1.44:42 - 1.44:50]They also mention enjoying documentaries and analyzing the way they present information and manipulate the audience's opinions.

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[1.44:56 - 1.45:03]They mention watching the documentary "Don't F**k with Cats" and feeling uncomfortable with the fact that the murderer achieved the attention and spotlight he wanted.

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[1.45:58 - 1.46:21]The speaker and their friend discuss their interest in true crime and the formulaic nature of many true crime stories.

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[1.46:47 - 1.47:08]They bring up the fact that after watching many true crime stories, they all begin to feel the same.

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[1.47:19 - 1.47:33]The speaker questions the ethics of presenting true crime as entertainment and compares it to exploitation films.

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[1.47:19 - 1.47:33]The speaker mentions their own true crime series and how each case is different, but it is the presentation that can become repetitive.

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[1.48:19 - 1.48:24]The conversation ends with the friend asking for the speaker's top 10 crime cases.

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[1.40:40 - 1.48:24]The speaker discusses their lack of interest in true crime and the repetitive nature of the way it is presented.

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[1.48:24 - 1.48:41]Discussing favorite true crime documentaries

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[1.49:42 - 1.49:57]Expressing dislike for Tiger King

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[1.52:11 - 1.52:26]Reflection on the commodification of true crime and public opinion

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[1.53:13 - 1.53:48]Impact of social media and cancel culture

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[1.54:29 - 1.54:36]Merging of reality and the internet

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[1.55:29 - 1.55:41]The inevitability of being a scapegoat in the public eye

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[1.55:41 - 1.55:56]The danger of online witch hunts and mob mentality

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[1.55:57 - 1.56:22]Importance of thick skin for online influencers

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[1.56:22 - 1.56:35]Personal boundaries between YouTube and personal life

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[1.48:24 - 1.56:35]The speaker and interviewer discuss their favorite true crime documentaries and express dislike for Tiger King. They reflect on the commodification of true crime and the merging of reality and the internet, discussing the impact of social media and cancel culture. The importance of thick skin for online influencers is emphasized, as well as the danger of online witch hunts and the inevitability of being a scapegoat in the public eye. The speaker also mentions their desire for privacy and monitoring in their personal life due to their fame on YouTube.

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[1.56:52 - 1.56:59]Cancel culture affects people's personal lives and there's no room for second chances.

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[1.56:59 - 1.57:27]People can get canceled even if they're not well-known or involved in the situation.

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[1.58:25 - 1.58:37]Public figures are often judged solely based on their online presence.

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[1.59:37 - 1.59:46]Cancel culture is more about pleasing the court of public opinion than actually finding the truth.

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[2.01:32 - 2.01:56]People often make assumptions about someone based on their online persona.

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[2.03:04 - 2.03:24]Some people's online persona is different from how they act in real life.

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[2.03:24 - 2.03:33]People don't have endless amounts of energy to constantly maintain a certain image.

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[2.03:40 - 2.04:00]Cancel culture needs to allow for mistakes and second chances.

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[2.03:40 - 2.04:00]The internet can strip away someone's sense of humanity and forgiveness.

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[2.04:00 - 2.04:08]At the end of the day, everyone is just a person with their own thoughts and feelings.

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[2.04:00 - 2.04:08]Cancel culture is guilty until proven innocent.

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[2.04:00 - 2.04:08]We should wait and hear both sides of a situation before judging.

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[2.04:08 - 2.04:14]People often have trouble speaking their mind in person.

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[2.04:08 - 2.04:14]People should not be judged solely based on their online presence.

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[2.04:08 - 2.04:14]Everyone has their own struggles and insecurities, even if they appear confident online.

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[2.04:08 - 2.04:14]It's important to remember that public figures are still just people.

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[2.04:08 - 2.04:14]Cancel culture can be damaging and scary for those in the public eye.

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[2.04:08 - 2.04:14]We should be more understanding and forgiving of people's mistakes.

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[1.56:36 - 2.04:14]Cancel culture is a harmful trend on the internet that judges and condemns people without giving them a chance to explain or redeem themselves. It often focuses on pleasing the court of public opinion rather than finding the truth and can strip away someone's sense of humanity and forgiveness. We should be more understanding and forgiving of people's mistakes and remember that public figures are still just people.

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[2.04:14 - 2.04:43]YouTubers feel entitled to know everything about certain cases and dramas.

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[2.04:43 - 2.04:48]Influencers are often forced to be friends with each other.

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[2.05:12 - 2.05:25]Youtubers use their fans to pressure others into being friends.

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[2.06:36 - 2.06:53]It is frustrating when someone tries to force their way into your circle.

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[2.07:23 - 2.07:33]It is okay to care about views, but not to the point of being a dick about it.

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[2.07:23 - 2.07:33]It is important to focus on the content rather than the views.

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[2.08:12 - 2.08:33]Mental health can be affected by how well a video performs.

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[2.08:50 - 2.09:00]The YouTube tool of ranking videos out of 10 can be unhealthy.

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[2.10:25 - 2.10:33]Short-term planning is more effective than long-term planning.

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[2.10:34 - 2.10:49]It is important to stay in the present and not stress about the past.

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[2.04:14 - 2.12:07]A comprehensive summary would be that YouTubers often feel entitled and pressured, and it is important to focus on the present and not let views affect one's mental health.

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[2.12:07 - 2.12:13]"We have buried that show long ago"

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[2.12:13 - 2.12:18]The name of the show was not chosen by the speakers

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[2.12:13 - 2.12:18]They are discussing the name "the anime man Joe"

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[2.12:13 - 2.12:18]The speaker did not have a "cast pro long"

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[2.12:18 - 2.12:24]They hope the listeners enjoyed the episode of "trashtays"

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[2.12:18 - 2.12:24]The speaker has been with the boys

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[2.12:24 - 2.12:29]It has been a long time coming

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[2.12:24 - 2.12:29]They will see the listeners in the next episode

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[2.12:24 - 2.12:29]The speakers say goodbye and mention someone named Mike

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[2.12:07 - 2.12:30]The speakers discussed a show they buried long ago, the name of which they did not choose. They also mention "the anime man Joe" and a "cast pro long." They hope the listeners enjoyed the episode of "trashtays" and say goodbye.