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Today we're joined by Linus Sebastian, founder of Linus Tech Tips and Linus Media Group. He has been a staple in the YouTube tech scene for 16 years. What began as a corporate task creating videos for a computer store has evolved into a media empire with 16 million subscribers. Linus shared the highs and lows of scaling his business, from nearly running out of money during the channel’s infancy to becoming a leader in the creator economy.
Dec 26, 2024
2 hr 12 min

On this episode of The Colin and Samir Show, we interview internet personality Jake Shane about his success on TikTok, bringing his short-form audience to YouTube, and what's next for Jake Shane.
Dec 10, 2024
1 hr 14 min

On this episode the Colin and Samir Show, we sit down with Spotify CEO and Founder Daniel Ek. We talk through Spotify's recent announcements on podcast monetization, discovery and data, and Daniel's vision for the future of video on Spotify.
Nov 26, 2024
58 min

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In this episode of The Colin and Samir Show, we sit down with the creators of Dude Perfect to explore their $100M raise, their ambitious plans to scale, and why they turned down a full buyout. From hiring their first CEO to building new ventures like Dude Perfect World and their family-friendly app, the team reveals how they’re transitioning from YouTube creators to a billion-dollar media brand. Plus, we dive into their content strategy, scaling challenges, and what the next chapter holds for YouTube's most iconic group.
Nov 19, 2024
1 hr 21 min

Today on the Colin and Samir Show, Samir talks to Spotter CEO Aaron DeBevoise about Amazon's recent investment in Spotter and what it means for the creator economy. Through the partnership, Amazon will expand its work with creators in digital content, ecommerce, and more.
Nov 18, 2024
36 min

A media analysis and discussion about the 2024 U.S. Election largely being called "The Podcast Election."
00:00 Trump vs Harris, by the numbers
05:02 Available Time Spent is the key
07:43 Media Comparison, Trump vs Harris
11:16 How Media & Politics Have Evolved
13:43 Presidential Podcast Teams
16:49 What's Next?
23:44 Takeaways for Creators
Nov 9, 2024
30 min

In this episode of The Colin and Samir Show, we sit down with Dr. Peter Attia to cover the science behind creativity and the strategies to prevent burnout on YouTube. Dr. Attia shares actionable steps like setting boundaries to protect your personal time, using exercise to regulate dopamine levels, and establishing small, sustainable habits that support long-term health and productivity for creators.
Nov 4, 2024
1 hr 35 min

In this episode of "The Colin and Samir Show," Good Good Golf members Garrett, Colin, and Max discuss starting Good Good, why golf is growing in popularity on YouTube and how they've built a successful apparel company.
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Oct 29, 2024
1 hr 6 min

On this episode of The Colin and Samir Show, we sit down with Scott Belsky, Chief Strategy Officer at Adobe and founder of Behance, to dive into the future of creativity in the age of AI. Scott shares his insights on how technology is reshaping creative work, shifting the focus from how to do things to what to create. We explore topics like the rise of creative confidence, the development of taste, and the ethical challenges AI presents for creators. Scott also talks about the blurring lines between creators and creatives, and how personalization will change how we experience content. If you’re a creator or creative professional navigating today’s fast-evolving landscape, this conversation is packed with insights to help you stay ahead.
Oct 22, 2024
1 hr 10 min

On this episode of Creator Support, Colin and Samir answer questions about video podcast thumbnails, their latest video and what's happening in the creator economy.
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Oct 15, 2024
52 min
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