The Colin and Samir Show

Podcast Channel: https://youtu.be/sQ6o4XWZfZYThis week we talk about Casey Neistat's return to vlogging and the impact Casey has had on the YouTube platform as well as our careers. We talk about where the platform was when he first started vlogging and where the platform is today and ask the question - is there room today for another daily vlogger?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Watch our podcast channel: https://bit.ly/3mSXmMfCheck out our online storytelling course: https://moment.8ocm68.net/keM6zColin and Samir discuss the new Netflix film, The Social Dilemma and give their thoughts on the Attention economy and their role in it.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out the podcast channel: https://bit.ly/3032F1LCheck out our Online storytelling course: https://moment.8ocm68.net/keM6zThis week on the Colin and Samir podcast we talk about what we want to do when we grow up… Obviously right now we’re making videos, working with advertisers, uploading to this podcast and just being Creators and honestly it’s really fun - but is this what we want to do forever? Colin and I are both 31 years old, I’m getting married and we’ve been uploading YouTube videos for 10 years, so what’s next?We explore what it means to be career YouTuber Creators and what our dream scenario looks like as we move into the future. This episode is also up on our podcast channel right now if you want to watch it, head over there like it and we do ask a question at the end of this episode that we’d love to hear your answer to so even if you listen to the episode here, head over to the podcast channel, and leave a comment there, and subscribe if you haven’t already - the thumbnail Colin made for this one is really great, so you’re going to want to check that out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out the podcast channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqGPn-NTBmUXcNWYf7uFvw Check out our Online Storytelling Course here: https://moment.8ocm68.net/keM6z This week on the Colin and Samir Podcast we're joined by the multi-faceted Creator, Pierson Fode. Pierson is best known for being a twice emmy nominated actor, he's been on shows and movies across a wide variety of networks including the Disney Channel, CW, TruTv and recently booked the biggest job of his career - he's going to be starring in an action comedy movie alongside Kevin Hart and Woody Harleson called "The Man from Toronto" Pierson reached out to us a few weeks ago wanted to talk about YouTube - as the quarantine era began Pierson took his career into his own hands, creating content across social platforms and quickly growing a following of over 2M on TikTok, 70,000 on YouTube and almost half a million on Instagram. He's on the few actors in his age group to make the jump from Traditional media to digital creator and he's had so much success in doing so because he's got a pretty interesting and eclectic background. We absolutely loved chatting with pierson which is why this podcast is 2 hours long, we talk about everything from his early upbrining on a farm in washington to his big break in hollywood, dating a celebrity and dealing with papparazzi up to growing an audience on social as an actor. We did film this episode and it's up on our podcast channel right now so if you want to watch the episode you can head over there, subscribe to our new podcast channel and let us know in the comments what type of topics you want to see on the podcast and the podcast channel. Alright let's dive right in - I think you guys will really enjoy this episode of the colin and samir podcast featuring Pierson Fode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The conversation kicks off with a deep dive into the current relevance of college education, especially in light of remote learning challenges faced during the pandemic. Rising costs and limited job prospects spark a discussion on alternative pathways beyond traditional degrees. The importance of networking and personal connections is emphasized as essential for growth. The speakers explore how tech and content creators can reshape education, highlighting the significance of storytelling skills in a rapidly evolving job market.

In this conversation with Eric Decker, known as Airrack, who skyrocketed from 50 to over 500,000 YouTube subscribers in just months, listeners get a deep dive into his audacious strategies. He shares the story behind taking a $17,000 loan for a single video, illustrating his all-in mentality. Airrack discusses the importance of creative risk in building an audience and the delicate dance of making compelling content while navigating financial pressures. His journey highlights not just ambition, but also the evolving landscape of the creator economy.

Check out our online course here: https://moment.8ocm68.net/keM6zAnd use the code tellbetterstories for 10% off New Studio, New Subscribers and a New Business - we talk about what we've been up to for the past month since the last time you heard from us.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our Online Storytelling Course is officially on presale: https://momnt.io/36zeSxhUse the code: tellbetterstories for an additional discount at checkout In October of 2019, we were ready to finally call it quits... but there were a few key things that happened over the next few months that turned everything around. This week we moved into a new studio, started hiring a team to work at our company and launched our first storytelling course. A lot is happening with Colin and Samir and we dive in to all of that on this episode of the podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts candidly discuss the growing pains of building their creator business, tackling challenges like time management and team expansion. They reflect on the significant changes in their journey, emphasizing the need for quality versus quantity in content creation. The conversation touches on the rapid pace of social media, the importance of visual storytelling, and the concept of 'successful failures.' They also share insights about upcoming online courses and the balance between education and engaging content.

Dive into the world of TikTok, the new contender to YouTube's throne, as the hosts share personal growth experiences amid social media dynamics. They highlight TikTok's unique engagement model and its ability to create personalized connections with audiences. There's a candid discussion about the emotional challenges of content creation, alongside insights on daily vlogging versus short-form storytelling. Listen for innovative ideas about a TikTok race tracker and a filmmaking challenge that invites listener participation!