What hurts the most, and what's made totally evident by this monumental step you've taken, is that in RU-vid's indifference, they're crushing the creators like us who aren't banking on hatred & division but actually trying to fill the world with more empathy. RU-vid doesn't deserve creators as good as you are, man. Also, trust you to turn a video like this into art 😂
Demonizing your video is just a drop in the gigantic RU-vid bucket. But enough drops can make it overflow. Thanks for spreading awareness. Also, this is a well produced video with lots of immersing and appropriate visual effects. I love the consistent us of scan lines, color desyncing, and the backwards RU-vid logo
I can’t afford it this month, but I‘m definitely becoming a Patreon the next one. I really applaud you for this. I wish more people on this platform were like you.
Really inspiring video! Between the editing and the sobering conviction of tone, it makes for a great reminder that we can choose not to fuel hate-driven ecosystems. Thank you for the video!
Man, you have courage, I sincerely admire your for this. I have know your channel because of the Avatar's video and man, you have a wonderful channel and seems to be a wonderful person, it's already my favorite channel by far
I’ve been subbed since your Avatar:TLA and Hamilton videos. I think it’s pretty admirable that you’ll choose to abstain from the broken, greedy, money-grubbing system that monetized RU-vid has become. I’ll keep liking, commenting and sharing because you seriously have a video making talent that’s rare around here. Cheers!
Well done! Even though I think its a strange choice to demonize your content I am proud of your resoning, if I wasn't broke myself I would support you on patreon
Wow that was one of THE MOST powerful intros i've ever seen.... Blew me away. That Game of Thrones vid was the reason I subscribed. Keep making your wonderful and enlightening videos! OMG just finished the video and I love this channel even more... I'm moved. If I had the money I would def be a patron.
I found you because of your GoT video so it did more than pay a few bills for you it grew your audience and I have to say I love your work. I will continue to support you and your content as you long as you make it. Good luck in all your future endeavors because I’m sure you’ll need it. Peace and love to all 🌈❤️
Yesterday I found the horns & wings podcast. I am almost caught up on the show now.. Our shared passion of Saga has led me to both you and Noah's independent youtube channels. I surfed through a few of your videos before landing on this, this video is not the only reason I chose to support you on patreon, but it sure is the catalyst. Long live indepedent making of stuffs!! ...am I shitting?
just became a patron! always look forward to your videos and you spread such positivity and joy in creating! You're the first channel I've seen take a stand like this and I'm all for it!!
Well, thanks to all the folks who are disliking this video about how f**ked up it is that disliking a video actually helps out the video, that just might happen ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
We’re all so intensely lucky to have access to such a moral and talented creator, know that each and every one of us is immensely grateful. Your wit, intelligence, humor, and empathy makes both your videos and the world at large a better place. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
That is one strong statement, while I cant support you financially through Patreon I will keep watching your videos and start sharing them with friends
First video of yours I saw was the Hamilton Motif one, and I was considerably impressed by your breakdown of it all. Color me further impressed after I saw this video after clicking on your channel- you've made what is likely a very big and very difficult decision, but one fueled by integrity and morality. I wish there was a lot more of that on this platform going around. You seem like a good person just trying to make good content for people. You've got my sub. :)
I hope everything goes well for you, I can't donate to either the Trevor project or your patron but I hope everything is alright. I can't imagine how scary this could be for someone. Good luck I'm rooting for you!
Bloody good job m8 I’m staying with you throughout this whole thing. Your doing the right thing and I respect that. Your a good man we need more people like you.
This is an interesting conundrum, would you consider re-monetizing if RU-vid fixes the issues you brought up or do you think you'd stick by this regardless?
Totally, if they get the algorithm under control and started enforcing their own policies to shut down the insane amount of harassment/hate speech on here, I'd definitely reconsider. But they have A TON of work to do before that's anywhere near an option :/
Well done, good for you! Worried about what I've heard about ads perpetuating from youtube even on demonetized videos, can't confirm that 100% though. Nonetheless, good luck in all your endeavors!
If you carry on making the same quality content, I'm certain that you'll be fine. Your number of patrons will keep climbing for sure, and you'll easily attract the attention of sponsors (if you haven't already).
I relate to this so hard. Just started an entirely new channel and back on the grind once again. Decided to not even monetize this time around even if I get a decent following. However, software, hardware and time are very expensive. Patreon is a good safety net and something I didn't have my first time around. Goodluck to you man, keep on that grind!
Such an excellent video. Well put and well explained. Commenting, liking, and sharing not just for circulatory purposes but because I also really enjoyed it.
The recommended video I saw after watching this “the Cowardice of Carlos Maza”. Way to prove a point RU-vid... I wish Make Stuff nothing but the best of luck going forward and hope this move can help make a difference.
Way to Go man. It’s important to stick up for beliefs “even when the whole world is telling you to move it is your duty to plant yourself like a tree and say no you move” Sharon Carter
I. LOVE this video. It has EVERYTHING! A clock-themed background song, chromatic abberation, the screen that looks like an old television, energetic speech, a beautiful message, and... I'm so happy you made this. I know I'm not a youtuber at all, but can I take your idea regarding these special effects? It's just so pretty- I'll be sharing your Patreon with fellow friends of mine
This is a really difficult decision to make, and I'm so proud of you! It's a big step. As a fellow content creator who also will not monetize for a lot of the same reasons, I feel you. You are an inspiration. Keep it up!
It’s funny, all the youtubers i used to watch seemed to complain a lot about getting demonitized. Don’t think I’ve ever seen a video do it the other way around. Good video! I haven’t even enabled monitization on my channel, maybe that’s a good thing. I’ll definitely consider this perspective when I need to make a decision for my channel’s future.
I think this is the first time I stumble upon your channel, and I do agree with your message. I admire you for taking a stand on your moral values and saying no on add money, that's never something easy to do. The "funny" part of all this is that I went to my notifications part on RU-vid and it was recommending me this video. I think it's the first time YT has done that and I just find it ironic that of all videos, of all the topics, of all the content I consume, that the algorithm has gathered, it specially chose this video as something I might like. Just wanted to share that. I wish the best of luck and i think I'm gonna stick around and check your other videos out
Guess that Hamilton video ad rev got jacked. :/ Surprisingly that's the only video of yours RU-vid suggested to me. The one that still makes them money.
Your content and quality have always just blown my mind. The concepts and the way you present them (and Hamilton of course) have made you one of my favourite channels! Thank you for sharing your knowledge, wisdom and now morality with us. I wish more people could see this video and this channel and be edumacated by your wonderful amazing work!!!
I rarely, if ever, comment on RU-vid - but I can't idly watch someone take such a great stand without applauding them and showing my support. Your integrity is inspiring in a cultural landscape of so much apathy and cynicism. You have my sword.
As someone who has just started uploading to RU-vid, I've been increasingly concerned with the stance that they have taken with everything you listed in the video. I'm 100% with you on this.
Love this video! I also love your channel's individual style. That's something I'm trying my hand at, is having a distinct style that tells the viewer they are watching one of your videos. That's something channels these days could really benefit from. So it's cool to see how well you use it. Thanks for the great and inspiring content!
Thanks so much! I bounce around so many subjects and aesthetics that I worry sometimes about losing too much overall consistency, so that's awesome to hear :]
Stan Lee once said that a real hero is someone who does the right thing just because is the right thing to do, and you, my friend, is a true hero! I was a big fan of the channel but now I'm your fan! Thank you for being awesome.
If doing the right thing was ever easy or convenient you wouldn't need to do it, someone else would have already done it for you. I hope this principled decision doesn't cost you too much. Supporting you on patreon as of now.
This is an impressive step for you to take, and I want to support you because of it. I just joined your patreon. This is actually the first time I heard about the Carlos Maza situation, and it sickens me beyond words. It's sad that we live in a world so full of hate, but it's people like you who are making a difference in the world, so thank you.
Hi! i think what you are doing is awesome, and the world needs more people like you, i've loved your work since the uncle Iroh video, sadly i am broke myself and can't support you on patreon, but please let us know if you find any way for us to support you in an add related way! i hope you get all of the best things
This is an excellent video. I shared it on my Twitter feed. All of these corporate-owned, for-PROFIT, Wall Street Stock Market-traded, capitalist, imperialist, colonial, multi-billion-dollar making apps and websites are BʁoʞΞИ.
Yeah I don't run ads either. I made my channel and site so that people could read and listen to classic literature and better their lives. I don't want them to be inundated by modern commercial messages. At the same time, I appreciate the work and cost RU-vid takes on distributing the videos and managing the community. Best of luck with the new style.
wow - respect your stance, really do - but worry for you as you say - this won't affect youtube but will affect you regardless, I support you and your stance xx
wow man I respect the fuck out of this thank you I'm also in a terrible place financially but when I get to a more stable place you'll be the first on my list for a patron
