[00:00 - 00:11]Speaker talks about not having to worry about security due to lack of nefarious activity

[00:11 - 00:16]An incident involving a tub of shit being mailed to the speaker's company address is described

[00:43 - 00:50]The speaker introduces himself as the token Irishman and discusses being asked to be on podcasts

[02:32 - 02:38]The speaker talks about his various ventures, including a tour, coffee company, and clothing company

[03:19 - 03:25]The speaker's subscriber count is mentioned and he discusses reaching a point where he stopped paying attention to the number

[04:09 - 04:19]The hosts introduce the speaker and ask him to briefly explain what he does on YouTube

[05:00 - 05:06]The speaker talks about being considered part of the second generation of YouTubers

[05:00 - 05:06]The concept of YouTube generations is discussed and how it has changed over time

[06:18 - 06:25]The speaker mentions being in YouTube rewinds and not being able to participate in person

[06:18 - 06:25]The speaker concludes by saying he has been in two YouTube rewinds but doesn't need it for validation

[06:32 - 06:37]The speaker talks about being asked to do a green screen stunt for a YouTube rewind and declining

[06:32 - 06:37]The speaker mentions being in the Katy Perry meme year of YouTube rewind

[06:44 - 06:49]The speaker says it felt like people were only participating in the rewind for clout

[00:00 - 06:55]The speaker discusses his lack of concern for security, an incident involving a tub of shit being mailed to his company, and his ventures outside of YouTube. He also talks about his subscriber count, being part of the second generation of YouTubers, and his involvement in YouTube rewinds.

[06:55 - 07:00]Person discusses wanting to be seen as cool or good in their career

[07:00 - 07:06]Talks about not wanting to be perceived as cringe or a caricature of themselves

[07:22 - 07:35]Mentions starting off on YouTube with a different persona and not being themselves

[07:36 - 07:41]Talks about leaning into their Irish culture and creating catchphrases like "top of the morning"

[08:46 - 09:00]Discusses how YouTube content used to be about high energy and gimmicks

[11:46 - 11:52]Person admits to not being a big anime fan, but still having knowledge about it

[12:07 - 12:14]Talks about enjoying the anime "Demon Slayer" for its cool animation and fight scenes

[12:44 - 12:50]Person mentions watching "Naruto" for the first time in 2021

[13:16 - 13:22]They watched a non-filler version and found it to be too long

[13:28 - 13:35]Person suggests the need for a "Naruto Kai" to condense the series

[06:55 - 13:35]Person discusses their career on YouTube, their previous persona, and their journey towards embracing their true self. They also touch on their limited knowledge of anime and their experience watching "Naruto" for the first time in 2021.

[13:35 - 13:44] The speakers discuss the anime "Naruto" and the manga version.

[13:44 - 13:53]They mention how anime production in the past had a lot of filler.

[13:54 - 14:07]They both agree that "Naruto" is a good show with a lot of heart.

[14:19 - 14:24]The conversation shifts to "Jiu Jitsu Kai" and its modernization of this trend.

[14:19 - 14:24]They mention how "Jiu Jitsu Kai" cuts out a lot of the filler and focuses on the action.

[14:34 - 14:43]They compare "Naruto" to "Dragon Ball" in terms of pioneering long battles.

[15:19 - 15:27]They discuss why "Full Metal Alchemist" is so highly praised and considered a legendary show.

[15:19 - 15:27]They mention the mature themes and scenes in "Full Metal Alchemist" and how it stands out among other popular anime.

[16:05 - 16:21]The speakers mention other anime they have watched and enjoyed, including "Full Metal Alchemist" and "Demon Slayer."

[18:02 - 18:13]The conversation turns to "Attack on Titan" and how it is seen as a more mature and mainstream anime.

[18:28 - 18:34]The speakers share their favorite anime and manga, with "Full Metal Alchemist" and "Berserk" being mentioned.

[18:50 - 18:56]They both mention how they binge-read "Berserk" during the pandemic and highly recommend it.

[13:35 - 20:03]Overall, the speakers have a deep appreciation for anime and manga and discuss their favorite aspects of these mediums.

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[25:30 - 25:38]The speaker shares their experience at a Berserk exhibit in Japan and meeting Ryan Reynolds for a collaboration

[26:23 - 26:31]There is speculation about the possibility of someone else continuing the series after the author's passing

[26:40 - 26:46]The speaker initially tweeted about Ryan Reynolds and the collaboration happened by chance

[26:46 - 26:52]They mention the specialness of the series and their reluctance to read the final chapters

[27:05 - 27:12]They also mention being featured in a video game, Poppy Playtime

[27:18 - 27:26]The speaker discusses the consistent storytelling and character development in the series

[20:03 - 27:26]The speaker discusses a manga series and their experience with a collaboration with Ryan Reynolds, as well as being featured in a video game. They also mention the possibility of someone else continuing the series after the author's passing.

[27:58 - 28:08]The speaker talks about being asked to be in a game and having to memorize lines and act.

[29:37 - 29:42]They mention getting a video from Ryan Reynolds for their birthday.

[29:50 - 29:57]They mention having characters on their channel and wanting to do something with them in the future.

[29:50 - 29:57]The speaker talks about being asked to be in the movie Free Guy with Ryan Reynolds and being excited about it.

[29:50 - 29:57]They mention being in Free Guy multiple times and getting more lines to read.

[30:03 - 30:09]They mention being in other games and learning lines and acting.

[30:03 - 30:09]The speaker mentions being a fan of movies and wanting to act.

[30:40 - 30:48]The speaker talks about getting a script and being nervous for their audition.

[31:35 - 31:40]The speaker talks about having a chiropractor recognize them in the movie.

[31:48 - 31:56]They mention being sponsored by PC specialist and talking about their custom PCs.

[32:29 - 32:42]The speaker talks about feeling like they were playing a caricature of themselves and not being happy with it.

[33:06 - 33:11]They mention having a bad year in 2017 and starting to go to therapy.

[33:17 - 33:28]The speaker talks about taking breaks and trying to figure things out.

[33:34 - 33:40]They mention wanting to quit and hating the direction of YouTube.

[33:40 - 33:45]The speaker talks about taking time away and realizing they should just have fun with it.

[33:53 - 33:59]They mention success and being able to make a living from YouTube.

[27:26 - 34:06]The speaker discusses their experiences being asked to act in games and movies, their struggles with feeling like they were playing a caricature of themselves, and finding joy in creating content on YouTube after taking breaks and reevaluating their priorities.

[34:06 - 34:24]The speaker talks about how doing YouTube can sometimes feel like a grind and they forget it's supposed to be a fun job.

[34:25 - 34:30]They feel bad for saying this because they know many people would love to have their job.

[34:30 - 34:35]People often talk about YouTube in a negative way, but the speaker believes it's important to remember the fun aspect of it.

[34:36 - 35:00]The speaker talks about the struggles of balancing financial stability and mental health while being a content creator.

[35:06 - 35:15]It's easy to blame the algorithm when things go wrong, but the speaker acknowledges that sometimes the video just wasn't good enough.

[36:14 - 36:22]The speaker and their guest discuss the pressure to upload daily and the toll it takes on mental health.

[38:15 - 38:24]The speaker and guest reflect on how the expectation for videos has changed, with longer and more high-quality content now being the norm.

[38:15 - 38:24]The guest shares that they continued daily uploads even after reaching a certain level of success.

[40:09 - 40:18]The guest reveals they did daily uploads for five and a half years and barely took any breaks.

[40:09 - 40:18]The speaker talks about their own experience doing daily uploads while also being a full-time university student.

[40:09 - 40:18]The guest's computer exploding was the only reason they stopped doing daily uploads.

[34:06 - 41:05]The speaker and their guest discuss the challenges and pressures of being a content creator on YouTube, including the toll it can take on mental health. They reflect on the expectation for daily uploads and how the platform has changed over the years. The guest shares their experience of doing daily uploads for five and a half years and the speaker discusses their own experience while also being a full-time university student.

[41:06 - 41:17]Emotional reasons for not wanting to be alone and constantly busy

[41:17 - 41:25]Shift in landscape and demand for content

[42:09 - 42:14]Pressure to keep up with views and watch time

[42:15 - 42:24]YouTube summit in New York in 2016

[44:17 - 44:26]Meeting fans in real life and concerns about privacy

[45:17 - 45:24]Move to Brighton and efforts to keep address secret

[45:41 - 45:50]Negative aspects of fan fervor, shipping, and lack of boundaries

[46:08 - 46:14]Maturity of audience and setting boundaries

[46:08 - 46:14]Fan response to setting boundaries

[47:26 - 47:32]Lack of security concerns

[48:12 - 48:17]Incident with receiving a tub of horseshit in the mail

[41:06 - 48:23]Overall, experiencing both positive and negative effects of fame and success on YouTube

[48:36 - 48:42] The speaker discusses a strange experience with receiving a box of what they thought was chocolate cake, but turned out to be horseshit.

[48:43 - 48:49]They talk about their reaction to the taste test and receiving the box.

[49:40 - 49:46]The speaker also mentions a similar experience with receiving a box of items from fans and having to deal with the logistical challenges of storing and moving them.

[50:57 - 51:05]They also mention receiving a necklace from a fan that could potentially have been a "COVID cake."

[54:08 - 54:20]The speaker talks about their experiences at conventions, specifically VidCon, and how overwhelming and scary the fan interactions can be.

[54:21 - 54:27]They mention that they have had more positive experiences at other conventions, like PAX.

[54:49 - 55:06]The speaker also discusses the differences between fan interactions in Europe and the UK compared to America.

[55:29 - 55:39]They briefly mention a strange experience at Indie Pop Con.

[48:23 - 55:45]In summary, the speaker discusses strange fan interactions, logistical challenges of receiving gifts, and their experiences at different conventions.

[55:45 - 55:50] Last year at a convention, Markiplier and Jack were unprepared for the massive fan engagement

[56:21 - 56:28]They were signing autographs for nine hours with no breaks or food

[56:34 - 56:39]The convention didn't cap the line or have a lottery system in place

[57:01 - 57:18]The YouTubers were surprised at the amount of fan engagement, as they didn't expect to have the same reach as traditional celebrities

[57:24 - 57:30]Some conventions charge for autograph signings, but they chose to do it for free

[1.00:04 - 1.00:10]Japanese fan culture is next level, with things like the Takarazuka theater having a high status and devoted fan base

[1.00:10 - 1.00:16]The Takarazuka theater features female performers dressing up as males and is a popular form of stage performance in Japan

[1.02:10 - 1.02:23]The group plans to return to Japan once the borders open for casual visitors again

[55:45 - 1.02:41]At a convention last year, Markiplier and Jack experienced unexpected and overwhelming fan engagement, signing autographs for nine hours with no breaks. They were surprised at the level of fan engagement, as they didn't expect to have the same reach as traditional celebrities. Japanese fan culture, such as the Takarazuka theater, is highly devoted and unique. The group plans to return to Japan once borders open for casual visitors.

[1.02:41 - 1.02:47] The speaker has been trying to warn Felix about something for a long time.

[1.03:29 - 1.03:40]The speaker and Felix discuss their experiences with summers in different countries.

[1.03:29 - 1.03:40]Felix loves summer but the speaker warns him that he won't after this experience.

[1.03:29 - 1.03:40]The speaker has spent a lot of time in Thailand and thought they were prepared for Japanese summer, but it was worse than expected.

[1.03:29 - 1.03:40]Japanese summers are extreme and have different climates.

[1.06:09 - 1.06:16]They started learning Korean because they met a girl online and were interested in Asia.

[1.08:54 - 1.09:01]Through YouTube, they have been exposed to many different cultures and have broadened their worldview.

[1.09:15 - 1.09:21]The speaker also talks about their experience with Korean culture and language.

[1.09:15 - 1.09:21]They visited Korea and had to learn through immersion and body language.

[1.09:15 - 1.09:21]Learning Korean helped them understand and empathize with the culture more.

[1.09:28 - 1.09:36]Learning a language can also help understand cultural norms and honorific systems.

[1.02:41 - 1.09:41]The speaker discusses their experiences with summers in different countries, their relationship with Korean culture and language, and how YouTube has exposed them to different cultures and broadened their worldview. Learning a foreign language can also help understand cultural norms.

[1.15:21 - 1.15:29] Coffee company originally started as a fun idea

[1.15:29 - 1.15:34]Difficulties with shipping to England due to import charges and long wait times

[1.15:29 - 1.15:34]Had to find a new method to ship to England

[1.15:34 - 1.15:42]Considered whiskey but decided on coffee due to laws and audience

[1.16:05 - 1.16:12]Feedback from customers was helpful in improving shipping process

[1.16:05 - 1.16:12]Initial launch met with negative feedback, causing emotional distress

[1.16:05 - 1.16:12]Coffee company is successful and provides free coffee to the creator

[1.16:17 - 1.16:24]Coffee is made in America and shipped from Nebraska

[1.16:38 - 1.16:46]Had to educate customers on limitations and meet them halfway

[1.16:38 - 1.16:46]Started small with no infrastructure and had to figure things out as they went

[1.16:38 - 1.16:46]Educating customers on limitations while sympathizing with them is important

[1.09:42 - 1.16:46]Coffee company started as a fun idea, faced difficulties with shipping to England, improved shipping process with customer feedback, faced initial negative feedback, and successfully provides free coffee to the creator while educating customers on limitations.

[1.17:42 - 1.17:48]The speaker discusses their desire to start a business and potentially create a YouTube channel dedicated to a coffee company.

[1.18:30 - 1.18:36]They mention a coffee company that had previously worked with other YouTubers, and how they were impressed by their genuine and open approach.

[1.18:30 - 1.18:36]The speaker reveals that they were able to connect with this company through their agents and other YouTuber connections.

[1.18:30 - 1.18:36]They discuss the process of finding the right people for their coffee company and how they sometimes have to tweet for recommendations.

[1.20:18 - 1.20:27]The speaker talks about their decision to move to Brighton, citing the influence of other YouTubers and the city's progressive and friendly atmosphere.

[1.21:11 - 1.21:16]They mention how Brighton is a walkable city and how they enjoy living there, compared to the intensity of LA.

[1.23:24 - 1.23:30]The speaker reflects on their experiences touring different states in America and how LA stands out as a different kind of city.

[1.23:24 - 1.23:30]The text ends with the speaker discussing their perception of LA as a "big meat grinder" and how it differs from other parts of America.

[1.16:46 - 1.23:36]The speaker discusses their plans for starting a coffee company and how they connected with a company that had previously worked with other YouTubers. They also share their experience of moving to Brighton and their thoughts on the contrasting cities of Brighton and LA.

[1.25:30 - 1.25:37]The speakers discuss the atmosphere in LA and how everyone seems to be focused on work and their careers.

[1.25:43 - 1.25:52]They also mention the pressure to constantly talk about what you do and how it can feel disconnected from the rest of the world.

[1.25:43 - 1.25:52]One speaker shares a story about being propositioned for a screenplay while in an Uber and how it feels like everything in LA is like a movie.

[1.25:52 - 1.25:58]The conversation shifts to the possibility of living in Korea, but one speaker feels it would be too much of a culture shift and they prefer their current location in the UK and Ireland.

[1.26:09 - 1.26:18]They also mention the fear of becoming "Hollywood" and how it can change a person.

[1.27:12 - 1.27:20]They briefly discuss their upcoming trip to LA and their excitement for Korean food.

[1.29:07 - 1.29:15]They mention some of their favorite Korean dishes and how they feel Korean food is the best in the world.

[1.29:32 - 1.29:39]One speaker shares their experience with Korean cuisine becoming more popular thanks to K-pop.

[1.29:59 - 1.30:05]They also mention a good Korean restaurant in their area.

[1.23:36 - 1.30:10]Overall, the speakers have mixed feelings about LA and prefer their current location, but are excited for their upcoming trip and the opportunity to eat Korean food.

[1.30:11 - 1.30:18] Speaker is discussing how they were worried the pandemic would end their business

[1.30:18 - 1.30:26]They are happy that their business survived and is still going strong

[1.30:41 - 1.30:46]They love food and restaurant culture, and have seen many new restaurants popping up in Brighton

[1.32:39 - 1.32:44]They have been touring and have had many fun memories and experiences, including going to New Orleans and Florida

[1.35:50 - 1.35:58]The speaker's show on tour consists of stand-up comedy mixed with snippets of gameplay

[1.36:06 - 1.36:12]The show is divided into three acts, each representing a different period of the speaker's life

[1.36:27 - 1.36:36]They use modded games to relate to the audience and give them a chance to be a YouTuber on stage

[1.37:10 - 1.37:16]The speaker's show ends with a message about uplifting oneself and not being special, but still succeeding

[1.30:11 - 1.37:24]The speaker discusses their worries about the pandemic affecting their business, the growth of food and restaurant culture in Brighton, and their experiences touring. They also talk about their show, which combines stand-up comedy and gameplay, and how it relates to their life and message. The speaker is unsure how to ensure a successful show.

[1.37:30 - 1.37:36]The speaker talks about writing a show and seeking help from screenwriters in LA.

[1.37:36 - 1.37:42]Instead, they call up Uber drivers and tour with Brent and Aaron.

[1.37:42 - 1.37:48]They perform for 400 people in Chicago and eventually create a structured show.

[1.38:54 - 1.39:02]The show has a message of empowerment and the speaker shares their personal journey to success.

[1.40:25 - 1.40:32]They talk about the difference between live shows and live streaming, and how they struggle with the latter due to lack of immediate feedback.

[1.43:42 - 1.43:50]The speaker reveals they have ADHD and wonders how many successful streamers also have it.

[1.43:42 - 1.43:50]Live streaming requires a lot of multitasking and keeping an eye on the chat.

[1.43:42 - 1.43:50]The speaker believes it's impossible to be a successful streamer without ADHD.

[1.37:24 - 1.44:13]Overall, the speaker talks about their journey to creating a successful show and the challenges they face with live streaming.

[1.44:21 - 1.44:32] The speaker talks about how streaming becomes second nature and how they enjoy gaming only when streaming.

[1.44:32 - 1.44:37]They refer to themselves as a "horror for content" and enjoy making people laugh, even if their jokes are not always funny.

[1.45:01 - 1.45:22]The speaker discusses the differences between YouTube and Twitch streaming, and how they relate to ADHD.

[1.47:01 - 1.47:07]The speaker also mentions the pressure to constantly entertain and how they prefer making YouTube videos over streaming.

[1.47:14 - 1.47:24]They talk about their experiences with streaming and touring, including tailoring their performance to different crowds and dealing with technical difficulties.

[1.49:40 - 1.49:45]They mention that their jokes are never intentionally offensive and that they enjoy making people laugh.

[1.50:53 - 1.51:00]The speaker talks about the time when their projector broke during a show, and how they had to improvise and incorporate it into the performance.

[1.44:13 - 1.51:27]The speaker discusses their experience with streaming and touring, including the differences between YouTube and Twitch, their preference for making videos over streaming, and their enjoyment of making people laugh. They also mention tailoring their performance to different crowds, dealing with technical difficulties, and the pressure to constantly entertain. Despite some challenges, the speaker enjoys performing and making people laugh.

[1.55:02 - 1.55:08]The speaker discusses their fear of performing a solo stage show.

[1.55:44 - 1.55:53]They mention the possibility of preparing for it and having each other's support.

[1.56:58 - 1.57:03]The speaker reflects on the future of YouTube content creation and their disapproval of the current trend of focusing on titles and thumbnails.

[1.57:12 - 1.57:17]They discuss the learning curve of public speaking and how it has become a skill in their career.

[1.57:12 - 1.57:17]They mention their ability to do what they want on their channel and bring up a recent game they played.

[1.57:41 - 1.57:46]The speaker talks about the game "Closing Shift" and its mix of horror and humor.

[1.57:46 - 1.57:52]The speaker shares an anecdote about a mishap during a previous live show.

[1.57:52 - 1.57:58]They recommend playing the game and discuss its unique elements.

[1.57:58 - 1.58:04]The speaker and their two companions will be performing on stage, bringing the "trash taste experience" to life.

[1.57:58 - 1.58:04]The show will involve audience participation, running jokes, and structured highlights of the podcast.

[1.51:28 - 1.58:18]The speaker discusses their upcoming stage show and the challenges of public speaking. They share their thoughts on the current state of YouTube content creation and discuss a recent game they played, "Closing Shift," which has a mix of horror and humor.

[1.58:46 - 1.58:52]Conversation about video game "Little Nightmares" and its developers, two Japanese brothers

[1.58:59 - 1.59:07]Discussion about changing relationship with gaming as a content creator

[1.59:30 - 1.59:35]Mention of favorite pastime being playing games for oneself

[1.59:35 - 1.59:41]Interest in game design and voice work

[1.59:49 - 1.59:54]Discussion about latest game release, "Elden Ring", and its potential impact on life and time commitment

[2.01:00 - 2.01:10]Mention of speed runs and their purpose in gaming

[2.01:49 - 2.01:57]Interest in pursuing narrative projects and acting out characters

[2.02:23 - 2.02:29]Focus on coffee-related content and potential for growth in that area

[2.02:38 - 2.02:43]Conclusion and thanks for guest's appearance on the show

[2.03:15 - 2.03:21]Shoutout to topofthemorningcoffee.com

[1.58:18 - 2.03:39]The guests discuss video games, their relationship with gaming as content creators, their favorite pastime, and interest in game design and voice work. They also mention the latest game release, "Elden Ring", and its impact on life and commitments. The conversation also delves into speed runs and the purpose of gaming. The guest expresses interest in pursuing narrative projects and acting out characters, while also focusing on their coffee-related content. The episode concludes with thanks for the guest's appearance on the show.