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Sitting Down with YouTube’s Top Streamer (ft. @ludwig) | Trash Taste #114

[00:07 - 00:14]Trash Taste Tour tickets have sold out in many venues and an extra show has been added in Los Angeles on September 23rd.

[00:14 - 00:23]The first LA show sold out quickly and the extra show will be a test show.

[00:14 - 00:23]Tickets for the show can be purchased at trashtastetour.com.

[00:56 - 01:01]A guest, Ludwig, joins the podcast and discusses streaming on Twitch and YouTube.

[04:14 - 04:25]Twitch is mismanaged and may not be profitable for much longer.

[04:45 - 05:06]The meta on Twitch is constantly changing and streamers try to find new ways to entertain their audience.

[06:38 - 06:44]Twitch streamers often watch videos without commenting on them, leading to a new trend of text-to-speech movie recaps.

[00:00 - 07:31]The podcast discusses the success of the Trash Taste Tour and adds an extra show in Los Angeles. Guest Ludwig talks about streaming on Twitch and YouTube, and the changing meta on Twitch. The new trend of text-to-speech movie recaps is also mentioned.

[07:32 - 07:38]Discussion about how trends are set on social media platforms

[07:39 - 07:44]Comparison to the trend of buying toilet paper during the pandemic

[09:35 - 09:40]Disagreement about the use of the term "meta"

[11:23 - 11:30]Discussion about the influence of timeliness on trends, using the example of "slash place"

[13:09 - 13:14]Personal experiences with playing chess with family members

[13:20 - 13:26]Discussion about the use of chess as a trend and attempts to bring it back

[13:20 - 13:26]Discussion about the use of a bar or algorithm to show player performance in chess

[13:20 - 13:26]Mention of backseat gaming in chess and its negative impact

[13:20 - 13:26]Mention of the difficulty of transitioning from online chess to playing with a physical board

[13:26 - 13:33]Discussion about the influence of popular streamers on trends

[13:26 - 13:33]Mention of "Among Us" as a hot trend due to its popularity

[13:26 - 13:33]Mention of innovations and trends that are happening at the same time

[13:26 - 13:33]Mention of the guest being one of the top Twitch streamers

[13:33 - 13:39]Mention of the guest's decline in popularity on Twitch

[13:57 - 14:03]Mention of YouTube challenges as an example of trends

[13:57 - 14:03]Mention of how numbers and tangible results on YouTube can dictate trends

[14:27 - 14:33]Mention of the YouTube channel "Sunny V2" and its dramatic approach to covering the "downfalls" of popular YouTubers

[07:32 - 14:33]Overall discussion about trends and their influence on social media platforms.

[14:55 - 15:02]Discussion about sensationalism in news and media, and how it drives views and ratings

[17:51 - 18:03]Mention of creators who quit or take a break from the platform and come back in a different way, such as Ray William Johnson

[17:51 - 18:03]Discussion of how creators sometimes pivot to something else that makes them happier

[18:38 - 18:48]Talks about how platforms like YouTube also thrive on sensationalism and train wrecks

[18:48 - 18:55]Mention of a news station that only showed positive news for a month and saw a drastic decrease in ratings

[18:48 - 18:55]Mention of Sonny V2's video on Shane Dawson's decrease in views and comparison to their own views

[19:14 - 19:22]Mention of a personal goal to stream for only 5 years, now considering extending that time

[19:43 - 19:49]Mention of having 15 employees and feeling pressure to continue streaming

[20:21 - 20:28]Brief mention of a high ranking on the website Wicky Feet

[14:34 - 21:18]Discussion of sensationalism in news and media, personal experiences with platforms such as YouTube, and reflection on the success and growth since a subathon, but also acknowledging a decline in viewership after it ended.

[21:19 - 21:25]The speaker talks about their viewership dropping after a subathon and feeling like a "30k Andy."

[21:57 - 22:08]They attribute their initial growth to posting YouTube videos and participating in POG champs.

[23:02 - 23:11]The speaker discusses the competitive nature of trying to join OTV's lobbies and how it opened up collaboration opportunities.

[24:58 - 25:08]They mention collaborating with popular streamers like Corpse Husband to get into coveted Among Us lobbies.

[26:05 - 26:11]They mention German's creative and successful events, including the record-breaking mogul money event.

[26:05 - 26:11]The speaker talks about wanting to give back to the community and their goal to reach a level of success similar to German.

[27:17 - 27:29]They discuss the challenges of planning and executing live events on Twitch, compared to pre-filmed projects on YouTube.

[28:04 - 28:11]The speaker mentions the benefits of using Express VPN to access different Netflix libraries.

[28:18 - 28:25]They give an example of using Express VPN to watch Always Sunny, which is not available in their region.

[21:19 - 28:45]The conclusion is that Express VPN offers fast speeds and access to a wider range of content for a lower price.

[28:46 - 28:53]ExpressVPN advertisement and link

[28:53 - 29:01]Discussion about number of staff members

[29:33 - 29:39]Planning for live shows and charity streams

[32:35 - 32:40]Transition from Twitch to YouTube for streaming

[34:27 - 34:34]Interview with Susan Wojcicki

[34:27 - 34:34]Possibility of Susan Wojcicki roasting the podcast hosts

[35:03 - 35:16]Joking about dogs having sex with Susan Wojcicki on podcast

[36:00 - 36:06]Susan Wojcicki's reaction to jokes and understanding of content creation

[28:46 - 36:33]Discussion about staff members, planning for live shows and charity streams, transition from Twitch to YouTube for streaming, and interview with Susan Wojcicki, including jokes made about her and her reaction.

[36:38 - 36:46] The speaker discusses their experience watching a performance and compliments the performer's skills.

[36:47 - 36:54]They mention the use of a science laboratory in the performance and make a joke about CEOs.

[37:02 - 37:08]The speaker reflects on their own lack of preparation for podcast guests and mentions the benefits of having talking points.

[37:02 - 37:08]They describe the process of preparing for a guest appearance on another podcast, including discussing potential topics and ideas.

[37:48 - 37:53]The speaker mentions their intention to catch the guest off guard and talks about showing a shocking image during the performance.

[38:02 - 38:12]They recall feedback from the team working with the guest and mention a specific moment that made them cringe.

[39:39 - 39:48]The speaker and their friends joke about having seen each other's genitals and discuss the topic of nudity in Japanese onsens.

[43:31 - 43:37]They mention their interest in visiting Japan and their unsuccessful application to the JET program.

[43:37 - 43:45]The speaker talks about watching Japan-based creators on Twitch, specifically mentioning one creator they have subscribed to.

[36:33 - 43:54]The speaker discusses their experience watching a performance, reflects on their own lack of preparation for podcast guests, and talks about their interest in Japanese culture and desire to visit Japan. They also mention their unsuccessful application to the JET program and their fascination with Japan-based creators on Twitch. The speaker and their friends also joke about seeing each other's genitals and discuss the topic of nudity in Japanese onsens.

[43:54 - 44:00] Watched a creator play Smash 4 seven years ago

[44:06 - 44:12]Still watches Japan creators and plans to visit Japan for a month

[44:43 - 44:50]Wants to visit Dogen's place and other popular places in Japan

[46:37 - 46:42]Talks about the heat and humidity in Japan during the summer

[48:45 - 48:50]Mentions the biggest YouTuber from his school and city

[49:33 - 49:41]Talks about being from Brighton, UK and the YouTube hub there

[50:12 - 50:21]Talks about how Wales is cheaper than Japan and mentions a video about what you can get for a million dollars in different countries

[50:48 - 50:55]Mentions trying to promote Welsh culture and language through his YouTube channel

[50:56 - 51:02]Talks about a TV show produced in Wales and the difficulty of understanding Welsh accents

[43:54 - 51:16]The speaker talks about his experience watching a creator play Smash 4 years ago and still actively watching Japan creators. He plans to visit Japan for a month and wants to visit popular places like Dogen's place and Okinawa. He also discusses the heat and humidity in Japan during the summer and mentions the biggest YouTuber from his school and city. The speaker is from Brighton, UK and talks about it being the YouTube hub of the UK. He also mentions the affordability of Wales compared to Japan and his efforts to promote Welsh culture and language through his YouTube channel. He ends by discussing a TV show produced in Wales and the challenge of understanding Welsh accents.

[51:16 - 51:26] Wales has its own TV network and there was a documentary about successful Welsh YouTubers

[51:26 - 51:32]The speaker was annoyed that he wasn't asked to be in the documentary

[53:03 - 53:08]He would have said yes if asked

[54:25 - 54:30]He suggests that there are others with more than 10,000 subscribers who could have been featured

[54:53 - 54:59]He was living in Japan at the time

[56:06 - 56:11]He was annoyed that they chose someone with only 10,000 subscribers

[56:06 - 56:11]The speaker talks about his own YouTube channel and how he would have done anything for the documentary

[57:22 - 57:30]The conversation shifts to a sponsored segment about PC specialist

[57:31 - 57:36]The speaker and the host discuss British culture and their experiences in the UK

[57:31 - 57:36]He then talks about his experience visiting London and Coventry

[57:36 - 57:44]The speaker mentions that Wales has a prime minister and jokes about running for office

[57:36 - 57:44]The population of Wales is three million

[57:44 - 57:50]The speaker went to a Smash tournament in Stoke-on-Trent and says it was not worth it

[57:44 - 57:50]The speaker mentions that he didn't take time off to vacation and instead worked during the trip

[57:44 - 57:50]The speaker suggests coming to a cool city like Brighton

[57:44 - 57:50]The host disagrees and says Brighton is overrated

[57:44 - 57:50]The speaker talks about his terrible experience staying at a hotel near the pier in Brighton

[57:44 - 57:50]The final bullet point should be a concise and comprehensive summary of the previous points:

[51:16 - 58:13]The speaker and host discuss British culture, the speaker's experience at a Smash tournament in Stoke-on-Trent, and his trip to London and Coventry. The conversation then shifts to a sponsored segment about PC specialist, and the speaker mentions a terrible hotel experience in Brighton.

[59:02 - 59:10] Person complains about the state of a hotel room

[59:10 - 59:17]They go to boil a kettle and find it rusted

[59:10 - 59:17]They discuss the importance of a kettle in a hotel room in the UK

[59:31 - 59:39]They discuss the charm of the rudeness in Paris

[59:45 - 59:54]The person has had bad experiences in Paris due to language barriers

[1.00:51 - 1.00:58]They mention the lack of castles in Brighton compared to Wales

[1.01:25 - 1.01:33]They praise a farm in Wales for their homemade English breakfast

[1.02:17 - 1.02:23]They compare British and American breakfasts

[1.03:57 - 1.04:02]They discuss the differences in terminology for meals in North and South England

[1.03:57 - 1.04:02]British and American language differences are mentioned

[1.04:55 - 1.05:10]They question which side of the US is considered less intelligent

[58:13 - 1.05:15]Person complains about hotel room, discusses importance of kettle in UK, shares bad experiences in Paris, praises farm in Wales for breakfast, compares British and American meals and language differences.

[1.06:23 - 1.06:36]Discussion about north and south divide in UK

[1.08:34 - 1.08:40]Debate about where the north begins in UK

[1.08:40 - 1.08:47]Discussion of American soda preferences

[1.09:39 - 1.09:45]Description of Tesco meal deal and Nando's

[1.10:08 - 1.10:15]Mention of British food being influenced by other cultures

[1.10:15 - 1.10:20]Description of Scottish drink "iron brew"

[1.10:20 - 1.10:27]Discussion of British version of Indian dish "chicken tikka masala"

[1.10:27 - 1.10:34]Mention of Birmingham and Stoke on Trent

[1.10:41 - 1.10:50]Comparison to American version of Chinese food

[1.11:38 - 1.11:46]Mention of liking of "bastardized" food

[1.11:51 - 1.11:57]Disagreement on the definition of "Midlands"

[1.11:57 - 1.12:10]Argument that cooking food from any culture is okay as long as it tastes good

[1.05:16 - 1.12:17]Overall, discussion about food and cultural influences in UK and US

[1.12:17 - 1.12:30]People get upset when dishes are called by something other than their native name

[1.12:30 - 1.12:36]Some people try to cook dishes from other cultures without fully understanding them

[1.12:55 - 1.13:12]Two British men tried to open a Thai restaurant without much experience

[1.13:24 - 1.13:32]Outback Steakhouse was founded by two men who had never been to Australia

[1.13:58 - 1.14:05]Outback Steakhouse has a reputation for not being authentic

[1.15:29 - 1.15:35]Carling is a Canadian beer that is popular in the UK

[1.16:49 - 1.16:57]New Hampshire has a big opioid crisis

[1.17:53 - 1.18:04]Some Americans claim to have European heritage without much connection to it

[1.17:53 - 1.18:04]Some Americans use their heritage to justify drinking habits or other traits

[1.19:08 - 1.19:14]Genetics do not determine tolerance to things like heat or alcohol

[1.12:17 - 1.19:14]Overall, cultural appropriation and misrepresentation can be damaging and should be avoided.

[1.19:22 - 1.19:28] The speaker discusses their ethnicity, being mostly French with some Irish, Swedish, and Spanish heritage.

[1.19:33 - 1.19:39]They mention being the only person in their family born in America.

[1.20:06 - 1.20:15]The speaker talks about their family trips to Europe every summer and their reluctance to participate in cultural experiences.

[1.22:06 - 1.22:12]The speaker and their friend talk about their childhood experiences and regrets, including not dating a girl who later got expelled for bringing knives to school.

[1.22:49 - 1.22:59]The speaker talks about getting into Super Smash Bros. competitive scene, starting with Smash 4 and eventually switching to Melee.

[1.24:16 - 1.24:22]They regret not fully appreciating these trips now.

[1.24:47 - 1.24:52]The speaker eventually switches to commentary for Smash tournaments.

[1.25:22 - 1.25:31]They mention challenging a clan to a money match and getting beaten, but becoming addicted to the game.

[1.26:16 - 1.26:21]They mention beating notable players and getting top eight at a charity tournament.

[1.26:21 - 1.26:34]The speaker reflects on their experience and mentions their fart jokes and Twitter followers.

[1.19:14 - 1.26:39]Overall, the speaker discusses their ethnic background, family trips to Europe, regrets, and their involvement in the Super Smash Bros. competitive scene, eventually switching to commentary.

[1.26:55 - 1.27:00]The speaker discusses feeling satisfied by the idea of being good at something without actually putting in the work to achieve it.

[1.27:12 - 1.27:17]They also talk about gaining a "fake" serotonin boost from this type of thinking.

[1.30:48 - 1.30:58]They reveal that they instead spent the summer watching anime, starting with Sword Art Online.

[1.31:00 - 1.31:06]The speaker then shares a cringe-worthy story about trying to improve themselves over the summer but ultimately quitting due to embarrassment.

[1.33:07 - 1.33:13]The speaker admits to watching every season of Sword Art Online and mentions that it has become their "comfort" anime.

[1.33:49 - 1.33:54]They then decided to watch more anime in order to be more "cultured."

[1.26:39 - 1.33:54]The speaker discusses their experience with the gratification of thinking about being good at something without actually doing it, and how they turned to watching anime as a form of comfort and self-improvement.

[1.33:55 - 1.34:02]Person looked up the best anime and tried to watch them

[1.34:02 - 1.34:08]Person couldn't get through Full Metal Alchemist Brotherhood

[1.34:02 - 1.34:08]Person asks if they eventually got through it, but they didn't

[1.34:02 - 1.34:08]Person also couldn't get through Hunter x Hunter

[1.35:54 - 1.36:00]Person's friend recommends Welcome to the NHK and they love it

[1.37:03 - 1.37:08]Person made a decision to try and cry more while watching anime

[1.37:30 - 1.37:39]They watched Your Lie in April and it made them cry, but they questioned if it was emotionally manipulative

[1.37:52 - 1.37:57]They also cried while watching Silver Spoon

[1.38:16 - 1.38:22]Person explains why they love Welcome to the NHK and how it makes them feel

[1.39:59 - 1.40:09]They mention that they didn't like Full Metal Alchemist Brotherhood and that it's not the best anime

[1.40:09 - 1.40:14]They mention another anime that meets the hype and reputation, Madoka Magica

[1.40:20 - 1.40:26]They also mention Promise Neverland season one, but not season two

[1.33:55 - 1.40:26]Person tries to watch the best anime, but can't get through some of them. They eventually find an anime they love, Welcome to the NHK, and start trying to cry more while watching anime. They also mention other anime that live up to the hype, including Madoka Magica and Promise Neverland season one.

[1.42:37 - 1.42:42]Wait, there's a season two?

[1.42:50 - 1.42:57]The speaker recommends not watching it.

[1.43:27 - 1.43:34]They stopped watching it.

[1.43:27 - 1.43:34]Season one is amazing and highly recommended.

[1.44:25 - 1.44:30]Instead, the anime skipped important parts and had a rushed ending.

[1.44:31 - 1.44:36]The speaker's first experience with this was with the show Devil's Apart Timer.

[1.44:42 - 1.44:51]The manga was successful and had a large fan base.

[1.44:42 - 1.44:51]The expectation was that the anime would follow the manga closely.

[1.44:42 - 1.44:51]This is a common occurrence in anime.

[1.44:42 - 1.44:51]The anime is coming back for a second season after many years.

[1.55:44 - 1.55:50]The speaker wonders if it will still be as funny as they remember.

[1.55:44 - 1.55:50]Good voice acting can make a comedy anime more enjoyable.

[1.56:00 - 1.56:06]The speaker generally doesn't watch anime for comedy.

[1.56:00 - 1.56:06]They mention the show Saiki Kusuo no Psi-nan as an example of a comedy anime they did not enjoy.

[1.56:00 - 1.56:06]They mention Mr. Bean and the show Sakamoto as examples of physical comedy.

[1.56:00 - 1.56:06]The speaker also went through a Shonen phase, like many others.

[1.56:00 - 1.56:06]They mention Hunter Hunter as one of their favorite Shonen.

[1.56:00 - 1.56:06]One Piece is also mentioned as a Shonen that made the speaker cry.

[1.56:00 - 1.56:06]They mention the emotional impact of the music in Shonen anime.

[1.56:22 - 1.56:27]The speaker's favorite anime are ones with amazing dubs.

[1.56:22 - 1.56:27]They mention the anime Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt.

[1.56:22 - 1.56:27]The speaker expresses frustration with anime that do not have a proper ending.

[1.56:22 - 1.56:27]They mention the show Devil's Apart Timer as an example.

[1.56:22 - 1.56:27]The speaker wonders why studios do not stick to the manga when it is successful.

[1.56:22 - 1.56:27]They suggest that it may be due to pressure from higher-ups and time constraints.

[1.56:22 - 1.56:27]The speaker believes that getting a successful show is a blessing for a studio, but there is no guarantee of continued funding.

[1.56:33 - 1.56:39]They mention the frustration of having a great show that is never finished.

[1.56:39 - 1.56:44]The speaker is excited for the second season of Devil's Apart Timer.

[1.56:39 - 1.56:44]They wonder if it will still be as funny after all these years.

[1.56:39 - 1.56:44]The speaker mentions their love for Hunter Hunter and One Piece.

[1.56:39 - 1.56:44]They mention the emotional impact of certain scenes and songs in these shows.

[1.56:39 - 1.56:44]The speaker also mentions Saiki Kusuo no Psi-nan as a comedy anime they did not enjoy.

[1.56:39 - 1.56:44]They mention Mr. Bean and Sakamoto as examples of physical comedy.

[1.56:39 - 1.56:44]The speaker expresses frustration with anime that do not have a proper ending.

[1.56:44 - 1.56:49]They mention the show Devil's Apart Timer as an example.

[1.56:44 - 1.56:49]The speaker wonders why studios do not stick to the manga when it is successful.

[1.56:44 - 1.56:49]They suggest that it may be due to pressure from higher-ups and time constraints.

[1.56:44 - 1.56:49]The speaker believes that getting a successful show is a blessing for a studio, but there is no guarantee of continued funding.

[1.56:44 - 1.56:49]They mention the frustration of having a great show that is never finished.

[1.56:44 - 1.56:49]The speaker expresses frustration with the formulaic nature of Shonen anime.

[1.56:44 - 1.56:49]They mention the emotional impact of the music in Shonen anime.

[1.40:26 - 1.56:49]The speaker's favorite anime are ones with amazing dubs.

[2.01:16 - 2.01:21]Main speaker discusses a reason for something, keeps repeating "yeah, there's a reason"

[2.02:16 - 2.02:41]They mention being an administrator and knowing how they got there

[2.02:16 - 2.02:41]They decide to "go" and encourage others to join

[2.03:42 - 2.03:47]Speaker mentions "reasons" in plural form and states there are multiple reasons

[2.03:42 - 2.03:47]They mention "this is a reason" and "that's a reason"

[2.04:36 - 2.04:41]The phrase "there's a reason" is repeated multiple times, followed by "yeah"

[2.04:36 - 2.04:41]This repetition continues for a while

[1.56:50 - 2.04:51]The main speaker repeatedly emphasizes the existence of a reason for something, possibly related to their role as an administrator, and encourages others to join them in taking action. They also mention there being multiple reasons for their actions.

[2.05:18 - 2.05:24] The person is repeating the phrase "yeah, there's a reason" multiple times.

[2.08:26 - 2.08:31]The person also repeats the phrase "thats the reason".

[2.08:42 - 2.08:48]The pattern continues for the majority of the audio.

[2.08:42 - 2.08:48]The audio contains no other discernible words or phrases.

[2.08:53 - 2.08:58]The phrase is repeated in a rhythmic pattern.

[2.08:58 - 2.09:04]The audio ends with the person saying "there's a reason" multiple times.

[2.04:51 - 2.10:33]The audio consists of a person repeatedly saying the phrases "yeah, there's a reason" and "thats the reason" in a rhythmic pattern for the majority of the audio, with the phrase "there's a reason" being repeated at the end. The tone is monotone and there is no other discernible speech or emotion.

[2.13:53 - 2.13:59] The speaker repeats the phrase "yeah, there's a reason" multiple times.

[2.14:31 - 2.14:37]The phrase is also repeated in a sporadic manner.

[2.14:59 - 2.15:06]The phrase is repeated in a rhythmic pattern.

[2.14:59 - 2.15:06]The phrase is also repeated with slight variations and pauses.

[2.15:06 - 2.15:11]The phrase is repeated throughout a prolonged period of time.

[2.15:53 - 2.16:02]The repetition of the phrase suggests that there is a specific reason for something.

[2.15:53 - 2.16:02]The speaker's tone and emphasis on the phrase may indicate that it is an important or significant reason.

[2.15:53 - 2.16:02]The speaker may be trying to convey a message or make a point.

[2.15:53 - 2.16:02]The repetition of the phrase creates a sense of anticipation or emphasis.

[2.15:53 - 2.16:02]The phrase is repeated in a monotone manner.

[2.15:53 - 2.16:02]The repetition of the phrase may suggest that the speaker is trying to convince or persuade the listener.

[2.15:53 - 2.16:02]The phrase is repeated with a consistent rhythm and tone.

[2.10:33 - 2.16:02]Overall, the repeated phrase suggests that there is a significant reason for something and the speaker is trying to convey this to the listener.

[2.21:15 - 2.21:21]There is a repetition of the phrase "there's a reason" throughout the audio

[2.21:21 - 2.21:26]The phrase is said multiple times in a row

[2.21:21 - 2.21:26]The phrase is repeated in a rhythmic manner

[2.21:21 - 2.21:26]The phrase is repeated in a consistent and deliberate manner

[2.21:21 - 2.21:26]The phrase is repeated with conviction and emphasis

[2.21:21 - 2.21:26]The repetition occurs for a significant length of time

[2.21:21 - 2.21:26]The audio ends with a final repetition of the phrase

[2.21:21 - 2.21:26]The overall message conveyed is that there is a reason for something

[2.16:02 - 2.21:26]The audio expresses the importance and significance of finding or understanding this reason.

[2.21:31 - 2.21:37] Multiple repetitions of "yeah, there's a reason"

[2.21:42 - 2.21:47]Repeated pattern of "yeah, there's a reason"

[2.21:42 - 2.21:47]Final repetition of "yeah, there's a reason"

[2.21:26 - 2.21:50]Overall, a repetitive and persistent emphasis on a reason or justification for something.