Why We All Quit Anime YouTube (ft. @supereyepatchwolf3007) | Trash Taste #171
[00:00 - 00:07] The speaker works with a company called Colosseum Wrestling and enjoys pissing off the crowd.
[00:19 - 00:27]The speaker joined the podcast Trash Taste with two other friends and a special guest.
[01:03 - 01:14]The guest, John, also known as super eye patch wolf, has been making video essays for seven years.
[01:14 - 01:22]John used to focus on anime but has now transitioned into other topics.
[02:01 - 02:12]The three friends have known each other for several years and are considered some of the OGs of the Anime YouTube community.
[05:48 - 05:57]His first video was well received and he found a love for making videos.
[06:15 - 06:21]John started making videos to spite someone who had criticized Hunter Hunter.
[07:23 - 07:32]The speaker discovered John's content through his video about Bleach.
[07:23 - 07:32]John received positive feedback from other YouTubers but later discovered an error in his research.
[07:38 - 07:53]He made a video about the fall of Bleach and received mixed reactions from the fandom.
[00:00 - 08:00]In summary, the audio is a podcast episode featuring the speaker, two friends, and a guest discussing their careers and experiences in the Anime YouTube community.
[14:18 - 14:24] No one knows what's going on in the anime world
[15:44 - 15:50]They have tried to correct their mistake but have been unsuccessful
[16:06 - 16:12]The speaker made a video about bleach which earned them the ire of the fandom
[16:06 - 16:12]They still love bleach and talk about it because they care
[16:06 - 16:12]Fandoms can get mad about videos that spread outside of the community
[16:06 - 16:12]The anime community used to be more inclusive but now there are many factions
[16:06 - 16:12]People get protective about their favorite anime
[16:06 - 16:12]The speaker would not do a video about another fallen anime
[16:06 - 16:12]They fell off of One Piece but it's not because the show got worse
[16:06 - 16:12]They forget they're a One Piece fan sometimes but still enjoy it
[16:06 - 16:12]They forget they're a One Piece fan sometimes but still enjoy it
[16:06 - 16:12]They forget they're a One Piece fan sometimes but still enjoy it
[08:00 - 16:12]The speaker discusses how they made a video about bleach which angered the fandom and their attempts to correct this mistake. They still love bleach and talk about it because they care, but fandoms can get protective about their favorite anime. The speaker would not do a video about another fallen anime and they have fallen off of One Piece but still enjoy it. Milk toast opinions can still get crazy reactions, as seen when the speaker expressed their dislike for the title of the new season of Attack on Titan.
[16:46 - 16:57] The speaker has no opinion on something and tries to avoid giving controversial opinions on certain shows.
[16:57 - 17:04]However, it can be satisfying to piss off anime fans and see creators you respect enjoy something you like.
[19:47 - 19:53]They have previously made videos on Silent Hill and pro wrestling, which they enjoyed despite not receiving many views.
[20:52 - 21:00]The speaker once asked for John's opinion on a Simpsons video they were scared to upload, but it ended up being their most viewed video.
[21:27 - 21:42]John admires the speaker's ability to sell any topic and get invested in it.
[22:05 - 22:12]The speaker has learned to just do what they want and not worry about their audience's opinions.
[22:28 - 22:36]John's wife, Michelle, was eventually convinced to watch wrestling and enjoy it.
[23:07 - 23:12]The speaker has always been interested in wrestling and has worked a job they liked.
[23:13 - 23:21]The speaker previously liked Brett Hart and Hulk Hogan, but does not like Hulk Hogan now.
[23:27 - 23:33]The speaker worked a job they enjoyed and now makes YouTube videos.
[16:12 - 23:33]The speaker discusses their approach to giving opinions on shows, their past and current interests in wrestling, and their growth as a content creator. They have learned to prioritize their own interests and not worry about their audience's reactions.
[23:33 - 23:44]Person got fired from job and felt lost
[23:51 - 23:57]Considered becoming a wrestler
[24:29 - 24:38]Trained for six months but stopped due to difficulty and focus on YouTube
[26:35 - 26:40]Has a love for wrestling and anime
[27:39 - 27:45]Has a top five anime list: Berserk, Evangelion, Hunter x Hunter, Yu Yu Hakusho, Cowboy Bebop
[29:02 - 29:11]Became interested in Garfield fandom and made a video on it
[29:53 - 30:02]Has a process for video ideas: when he can't stop thinking about it, he makes a video
[30:38 - 30:51]Made a video on Sonic and had to look at Pornhub for research
[23:33 - 30:51]Person's journey from getting fired to becoming a YouTuber, with a love for wrestling and anime, and a fascination with unusual fandoms such as Garfield and Sonic.
[30:51 - 30:56]Person discussing how much Sonic Porn there is on Pornhub
[30:57 - 31:02]Person gets a phone call from their dad about a global pandemic starting
[34:52 - 35:00]Person talks about the research process for a video about fake martial arts and psychics
[34:52 - 35:00]Person receives an email from a master in a certain martial art
[35:30 - 35:35]Person talks about the influencer training courses they tried and their thoughts on them
[37:03 - 37:11]Person mentions a video by Ludwig and how he created a viral video without using any of his play
[38:08 - 38:22]Discussion about the effectiveness of courses and advice for success on YouTube
[38:42 - 38:47]Person turns back to their monitor and sees a bizarre video
[38:42 - 38:47]Person discusses their job and how weird it can be
[30:51 - 39:02]there are things you can do to improve your chances, but the industry built around it is surreal and constantly changing.
[39:26 - 39:33] The speaker discusses a video he made about making money and reveals that he would delete it if the success rate was over 50%
[39:42 - 39:49]They also mention the difficulty of consistently creating successful videos on YouTube
[39:57 - 40:03]They believe that everyone has a unique talent or passion that they can share on YouTube
[40:28 - 40:34]They discuss the helpfulness of technical knowledge and tutorials on YouTube
[42:40 - 42:49]The speaker's friends bond over horror movies and media
[42:50 - 42:57]They discuss the appeal of horror movies and how they allow viewers to escape from their personal anxieties
[44:34 - 44:53]The speaker suggests starting with slasher movies for non-horror fans and mentions specific titles
[46:00 - 46:06]They mention horror games and how they can be more engaging and terrifying
[46:00 - 46:06]The speaker discusses their addiction to the game Fear and Hunger
[39:02 - 46:44]The speaker discusses a video about making money and the difficulty of consistently creating successful videos on YouTube. They also bond over horror movies and media, and discuss the appeal of horror as a way to escape personal anxieties. They recommend starting with slasher movies for non-horror fans and discuss the immersive nature of horror games. The text ends with a mention of the speaker's YouTube videos and how they sometimes forget to experience things mentioned in the videos.
[47:04 - 47:10] The speaker talks about how they initially were hesitant to play the game "Fear and Hunger" but decided to play it anyway.
[49:30 - 49:37]They mention a video they saw about the game on TikTok and another video by a content creator called Oldman TV that convinced them to get into the game.
[49:37 - 49:47]The speaker becomes obsessed with the game and decides to make a YouTube video about it.
[49:54 - 50:00]They discuss the game's popularity and how it took five years for it to gain traction.
[51:04 - 51:16]The speaker mentions that the second game is already out and adds cool layers to the story.
[51:45 - 51:53]They mention that the game is heavily inspired by other works, such as Undertale and Berserk.
[52:02 - 52:11]The speaker shares that they have played the second game and it has even more references, including characters that resemble Jotaro from Jojo's Bizarre Adventure and Levi from Attack on Titan.
[53:08 - 53:16]They mention the game's setting in a festival with a moon that gets closer to the Earth.
[53:22 - 53:27]The speaker talks about the game's cohesive and unique feeling despite its familiar elements.
[53:42 - 53:51]They mention that the game has some of the coolest lore they've ever experienced.
[53:53 - 54:00]The speaker shares that they recently watched a film called "Soft and Quiet."
[46:47 - 54:00]The speaker talks about their journey getting into the game "Fear and Hunger" and discusses its popularity and unique elements, as well as their recent viewing of a film called "Soft and Quiet."
[54:59 - 55:05]Narrator discusses watching an extreme horror movie and feeling uncomfortable
[58:49 - 58:58]They shift to discussing what makes a horror movie extreme and how they prefer psychological horror over gore
[58:49 - 58:58]They mention a recent horror movie they enjoyed called "The Chef, The Table"
[58:49 - 58:58]They talk about preferring horror that has a human element to it, rather than just ghosts or monsters
[59:35 - 59:50]The narrator has a soft spot for low budget horror films and mentions the film "The Invitation" and its psychological tension
[59:59 - 1.00:06]They also mention another film called "All My Friends Hate Me" with a similar setup
[1.00:24 - 1.00:30]They also mention trying to get someone else to watch it with them
[1.00:24 - 1.00:30]They discuss the film "The Lighthouse" and how it can be interpreted differently depending on one's mood
[1.00:24 - 1.00:30]They mention the film "The Invisible Man" and how it uses the concept of invisibility to explore possessiveness and control in relationships
[1.01:00 - 1.01:08]The narrator talks about how horror movies sometimes struggle to stick the landing with their endings
[54:01 - 1.01:08]Overall, they prefer horror that is interesting and unnerving rather than just extreme or violent.
[1.01:09 - 1.01:15] Cause of lack of interest and explanations, horror films often lose steam halfway through
[1.03:13 - 1.03:23]Professional wrestling and martial arts have influenced storytelling and structure
[1.04:27 - 1.04:35]UFC has had a negative impact on the prestige of martial arts films
[1.06:05 - 1.06:13]Influencer boxing and social media have become a big part of modern martial arts
[1.06:05 - 1.06:13]The speaker thinks there is potential for martial arts films to evolve and become the next big thing
[1.06:13 - 1.06:19]Influencer wrestling would make for a fun and entertaining event
[1.06:54 - 1.07:03]Wrestling training is technical and involves being conscious of the other person's movements
[1.07:43 - 1.07:49]The speaker has participated in wrestling events and enjoys playing an evil character named Leslie Bestington
[1.07:57 - 1.08:05]Leslie Bestington enjoys pissing off the crowd and interacting with children
[1.07:57 - 1.08:05]The speaker believes people enjoy his channel because he covers a wide range of topics and always brings a unique perspective
[1.01:09 - 1.08:35]The speaker discusses his dislike of horror films, the influence of professional wrestling and martial arts on storytelling, the negative impact of UFC on martial arts films, the potential for influencer wrestling, and his own experiences with wrestling events. He also shares his broad interests and how they contribute to his channel's success.
[1.08:35 - 1.08:44] The speaker wrote autographs for 400 pounds and had a lot of fun doing it.
[1.09:04 - 1.09:09]They play a character named Leslie Bestington, a social media icon who doesn't understand professional wrestling.
[1.09:10 - 1.09:16]The character's first appearance involved them expressing their lack of understanding and respect for wrestling, causing the audience to react angrily.
[1.10:29 - 1.10:35]The speaker has also worked with popular YouTuber Tkashto on wrestling videos.
[1.14:05 - 1.14:16]The American style tends to be showy and catered towards non-wrestling fans, while Japanese wrestling is more focused on the actual competition between two individuals.
[1.14:32 - 1.14:39]A typical wrestling match can last anywhere between 7 and 15 minutes.
[1.14:58 - 1.15:04]The speaker recommends watching their videos and then seeking out matches featuring wrestlers they enjoyed.
[1.15:04 - 1.15:10]They have trained in wrestling and learned about the different styles and cultures within the sport.
[1.15:04 - 1.15:10]Wrestling can be both a fictional story and a real-life journey for the wrestlers involved.
[1.15:44 - 1.16:01]The appeal of wrestling comes from the blurred lines between fiction and reality, which can be difficult for viewers to distinguish.
[1.15:44 - 1.16:01]Some fans believe everything in wrestling is scripted, while others believe there is a fine balance between reality and fiction.
[1.08:35 - 1.16:13]The speaker shares their experience writing autographs and playing the character Leslie Bestington, a social media icon who doesn't understand professional wrestling. They have also worked with other YouTubers on wrestling videos and have trained in the sport. The American and Japanese styles of wrestling are different, with the former being more showy and the latter focusing more on competition. The speaker recommends watching their videos and seeking out matches featuring wrestlers they enjoy. The appeal of wrestling lies in the blurred lines between fiction and reality, where it is difficult to distinguish what is scripted and what is real. Ultimately, the speaker suggests that the lines between fiction and reality are constantly blurred in the world of wrestling.
[1.16:14 - 1.16:25]The speaker discusses their fascination with wrestling, and how they were initially in denial about it being fake.
[1.17:46 - 1.17:52]They talk about a specific event in wrestling history known as the Montreal screw job, where two wrestlers feuded both in and out of the ring.
[1.20:24 - 1.20:30]The speaker then discusses their interest in creating a fake anime and merch based on it, with the help of a friend who did concept art.
[1.22:10 - 1.22:27]The process of building the world and characters took about nine months and involved creating a zine with additional information about the world.
[1.23:02 - 1.23:11]The speaker values world building and wanted to create a world that felt fully realized and not just centered around one character.
[1.23:29 - 1.23:41]Having various interests can feed into each other and contribute to creative projects.
[1.16:14 - 1.23:41]Overall, the speaker has a deep interest in wrestling and has used it to inspire their own creative projects, including a fake anime and merch line.
[1.23:41 - 1.23:54]The speaker was inspired by the York new city arc from Hunter Hunter.
[1.24:01 - 1.24:08]It is a chaotic and compelling story with anti climaxes.
[1.24:55 - 1.25:01]The speaker loves the idea of having multiple main characters.
[1.25:09 - 1.25:29]People often mistake the speaker for other YouTubers.
[1.25:36 - 1.25:46]The speaker did a public meet and greet at AX, but it was moved due to overcrowding.
[1.29:59 - 1.30:06]The speaker had a strange interaction with a fan who offered to perform a sexual act.
[1.31:25 - 1.31:40]The speaker's content focuses on anime and making interesting videos.
[1.31:25 - 1.31:40]The meet and greet at AX was the first in several years.
[1.31:59 - 1.32:11]The lesson learned is to have security and proper management at events.
[1.31:59 - 1.32:11]A previous meet and greet at MCM had a wake up call about security.
[1.23:41 - 1.32:11]Overall, the speaker's content has led to interesting and wild interactions with fans.
[1.32:11 - 1.32:17]The speaker discusses not needing security or people to manage their fans.
[1.32:36 - 1.32:42]They mention a meetup that got out of control and had to be moved multiple times.
[1.33:01 - 1.33:17]They also talk about showing their face more in videos for comedic effect.
[1.34:01 - 1.34:14]The speaker comments on the trend of longer video essays on YouTube.
[1.34:22 - 1.34:28]They mention a specific 6.5 hour video essay on a video game that they enjoyed.
[1.35:33 - 1.35:48]The speaker and interviewer discuss the pressure to constantly create new and unique content on YouTube.
[1.35:48 - 1.35:58]The speaker reflects on the drama and pettiness in the anime community during the days of the "AnimeTube" trend.
[1.37:54 - 1.38:06]They mention a persistent fan who has been requesting a video about a topic for six years.
[1.39:32 - 1.39:37]The speaker acknowledges that the YouTube and anime community has matured and people are now making a living from it.
[1.32:11 - 1.39:42]Overall, the speaker believes that it is important to create content that is interesting and unique, and not get caught up in what others are doing.
[1.39:42 - 1.39:58] Person feels conflicted about dealing with conflicts on social media
[1.40:28 - 1.40:40]They mention having followers who will back them up in arguments
[1.40:28 - 1.40:40]Sometimes they feel the need to respond to criticism, but it usually doesn't feel good
[1.41:24 - 1.41:37]They mention a wrestler who responds to criticism by copying and pasting the person's profile picture
[1.42:36 - 1.42:51]They discuss the irony of criticizing someone for talking about anime
[1.44:07 - 1.44:16]They scrapped a video about a character from Hunter Hunter because they didn't want to be known as "the Hunter Hunter guy"
[1.45:05 - 1.45:10]They mention spending a lot of time on two two-hour videos
[1.46:14 - 1.46:19]They mention wanting to make a video about Oyasumi Punpun but have been struggling to write it for four years
[1.46:50 - 1.46:57]They stop announcing upcoming videos because they don't want to disappoint viewers if they don't come out
[1.47:02 - 1.47:11]They discuss the concept of retirement and how it applies to YouTube
[1.47:02 - 1.47:11]Person is asked if there is anything they want to do on YouTube that they haven't done yet
[1.39:42 - 1.47:11]Person discusses their experiences with social media conflicts, the pressure of being known for a certain topic, and their struggle to write a video about a beloved series. They also mention their use of alt accounts and the concept of retirement in relation to YouTube.
[1.47:20 - 1.47:35] Wants to do a video on Jingle All the Way movie
[1.47:37 - 1.47:42]Loves the film and lengths they go to in it
[1.48:01 - 1.48:12]Also made an unhinged video called Space Jam 2 is a Lie
[1.48:21 - 1.48:28]Has a sequel to that video that is not obvious until 40 minutes in
[1.49:17 - 1.49:32]Narrating style is a result of feedback from non-native English speakers
[1.50:22 - 1.50:30]Sometimes speeds up videos for easier consumption
[1.51:05 - 1.51:10]Doesn't care if people watch at different speeds, just wants to make videos he enjoys
[1.53:03 - 1.53:09]YouTube keeps recommending his own videos to him, and he hates it
[1.53:56 - 1.54:07]Also recommends history of the universe videos for falling asleep
[1.55:03 - 1.55:12]Flew in from Ireland for the show and has merch available at iPatchWolf.com
[1.47:11 - 1.55:25]SuperiPatch Wolf discusses video ideas, narrating style, and YouTube recommendations on Trash Takes the Day podcast.
[1.55:25 - 1.55:33] The speaker expresses their frustration about a situation.
[1.55:38 - 1.55:44]They comment on the number of patrons on screen and point out their favorite one.
[1.55:44 - 1.55:52]They mention a long-standing friendship and gush about OjianiTube.
[1.55:53 - 1.55:59]They mention a Patreon and encourage support for the show.
[1.55:59 - 1.56:05]They promote social media accounts and streaming platforms.
[1.55:59 - 1.56:05]They encourage checking out John's content.
[1.55:25 - 1.56:09]The speaker expresses gratitude for the audience and promotes the show's content and social media presence.