#why do you need 19 people to make a corny streaming service announcement video

[phoenixinlove]

I mean this with the utmost of respect, but asking the public to fund a streaming service for ONE YouTube channel instead of downsizing (in several aspects), promoting and beefing up the existing patreon, trying YouTube memberships, not having as large of an office in one of the most expensive locations in the country, not having a show where you try extremely expensive things unless you can already afford it when there is currently a cost of living crisis, starting the paywall as an optional avenue for fans as a roll out, etc is a WILD choice.

Everything about this was done in a way that caused maximum offense to the fandom at large. Including international fans, which somehow often seem to be forgotten. This will be a case study going forward on what not to do if you want to maintain goodwill.

As a person who had been supporting the Ghoul Boys for years, from Buzzfeed to Watcher, it is fascinating to see a company say 'Fuck You' to a large portion of their fandom in real time.

We’re Leaving YouTube