Forbes Top Creators Show
Forbes Top Creators Show
Forbes
The Forbes Top Creators Show, hosted by Steve Bertoni, brings you unrivaled access behind the brands and businesses of the internet's most watched (and highest earning) creators. Each episode uncovers the incredible stories behind their success, and offers unmatched insights to the next wave of inspiring creators.
Rebecca Zamolo Lays Out Playbook For YouTube Success
On this episode of the Forbes Top Creators Show, assistant managing editor Steven Bertoni sits down with Rebecca Zamolo to hear about how she was able to translate early success on Musical.ly a YouTube empire, and how she's leveraging her influence to launch new line of prenatal supplements. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apr 10, 2025
49 min
How To Create A Viral Internet Talk Show
On this episode of the Forbes Top Creators Show, assistant managing editor Steve Bertoni sits down with Kareem Rahma (@kareemrahma), host of  @SubwayTakes  and @keepthemeterrunning, to hear about how how his hit show went from humble beginnings to booking Cate Blanchett, Kamala Harris, and Tim Walz. We also dive into his past career, and how it influenced his success today. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mar 24, 2025
1 hr 25 min
Claudia Oshry Turns Her Podcast Community Into Big Business
On this episode of the Forbes Top Creators Show, assistant managing editor Steven Bertoni sits down with Claudia Oshry (@girlwithnojob), host of The Toast, for a deep dive into how her daily show comes life, and how she's been able to leverage her deeply loyal audience to find financial success. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mar 7, 2025
39 min
Former Navy Seal Shawn Ryan Has Built A Media Empire
Shawn Ryan, a former Navy Seal, has built a YouTube channel with more than 4 million fans with content focusing on military veterans, security, and defense. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mar 3, 2025
49 min
What Rickey Thompson Wants Young Creators To Know
After being bullied in high school, Rickey Thompson got his own sweet revenge posting over-the-top comedic videos on Vine and later, Instagram. The North Carolina native, who now has 3 million followers on TikTok, has made sponsored content for brands like YSL Beauty, Moncler, Marc Jacobs. He also has an exclusive deal with Spotify for his "We Said What We Said" podcast and is starring in his first feature film "Good Mourning" with Machine Gun Kelly, Megan Fox and Dove Cameron. Thompson was ranked No. 33 on the inaugural Forbes Top Creators List in 2022. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Feb 10, 2025
26 min
iJustine Reveals How To Win On YouTube And The Biggest Mistakes Creators Make
Justine Ezarik began her social media career in 2007, back when influencers were known as lifecasters. Over the years, she's built a tech-savvy brand by reviewing new gadgets and gear from Apple, Google, and Tesla. Her 7 million YouTube subscribers tune in to her Tech Tuesday videos to watch her review the latest smartphones, headphones, and EVs. Beyond reviews and unboxing, iJustine interviews the most prominent tech leaders. Her guests have included Apple's Tim Cook, Alphabet's Sunday Pichai, and Spotify's Daniel Ek. She has inked brand partnerships with Microsoft, Amazon, and BMW. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jan 30, 2025
14 min
Savanah Moss's Videos Are Creepy, Weird, And Get Billions Of Views
Moss is a creator of surreal worlds. The filmmaker shoots videos in a style she calls "fever dreams," using jump cuts, strange props, and wild costumes to build eerie and entertaining scenes. "I studied forensic psychology in college. I loved all things scary but didn't know what to do with it. When I started TikTok, I eventually found my niche." For Moss, scary is a family affair: her two sisters help shoot and edit each short film. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jan 27, 2025
36 min
Ian Boggs On How To Make Money On Social Media
Boggs has built an 18 million subscriber channel on YouTube with comedic skits, challenges, and TikTok reviews. Says Boggs: “With TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram, we can create short, condensed versions of movies that people can easily watch and consume.” The former National Geographic photographer has partnered with top streamers including Netflix, Google, Hulu, FX, and Prime Video. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jan 21, 2025
24 min
How to Get Rich in Your 20s: Easy Money Tips from Gen Z Investing Expert 'Your Rich BFF' Vivian Tu
Vivian Tu mixes funny with money. The former J.P. Morgan equity trader brings financial knowledge to social media with her irreverent and straight-talking videos that teach her followers (2.4 million on TikTok, 1.8 million on Instagram) how to build an investment portfolio, manage their careers, and negotiate a raise. Her relatable lessons, think honest big sister giving tough-love money advice, have scored Tu lucrative partnerships with companies like Marshalls and SoFi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jan 10, 2025
50 min
How A Viral TikTok Gave Adam 'W' The Confidence To Quit His Job
Adam Waheed is a comedy actor and filmmaker who delivers skits to 55 million fans across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. In 2024, Waheed’s funny takes on everyday events—like Googling symptoms when sick and using a public restroom—have attracted 10 billion views across his social media platforms. He’s collaborated with celebs including Kevin Hart, Will Smith, and Paris Hilton. Brand partnerships include Old Spice, The NFL, and Paramount Pictures. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jan 6, 2025
34 min
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