How BENOFTHEWEEK Conquered TikTok and YouTube

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00:00 Who is BENOFTHEWEEK
2:31 Ben’s creator origin story
4:47 Who Ben watched growing up
5:50 Growing on TikTok
6:40 Crabs (saltwater ones)
8:55 Dry ice down the toilet
9:52 The Vegan teacher
12:55 Comedy in storytelling
14:52 Ben’s first brand deal
16:15 How to connect with Gen Z
18:40 Chronically online & the internet’s evolution
20:45 Curating the internet’s underbelly
21:47 Self-regulating time spent online
23:25 What Ben watches on TikTok
24:25 Originality on KZfaq
26:00 KZfaq Poop
27:25 Filthy Frank, RakaRaka, & Casey Neistat
31:16 Ben’s take on fame and money
33:33 Becoming a full time creator
37:10 Dropping out of college
38:27 His first viral videos
40:43 Success metrics
43:32 Ben’s lofi editing and shooting on an iPad
46:06 Building a team
47:57 Taking risks & social anxiety
51:02 Insta vs Snap
53:30 Gen Z humor & culture
54:43 KZfaq Shorts
58:40 TikTok driving internet culture
1:00:05 MrBeast collab
1:01:58 Staying true to yourself
1:03:29 Banning TikTok
1:04:35 Why Ben doesn’t like brand deals
1:06:10 What’s next
1:08:00 Identity and KZfaq
1:09:54 KZfaq as a job
1:11:22 Ben’s creator support
1:12:45 Ben interviews Colin and Samir
1:13:26 Building relationships with brands
1:18:10 Selling out as a creator
1:21:30 Reddit?
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@benoftheweek 9 ай бұрын

thank you so much for not only having me on but also brewing the most delicious chai tea i have experienced :’)

@lakshyajain8240 9 ай бұрын

no ben of the month

@lakshyajain8240 9 ай бұрын

ALSO ITS NOT CHAI TEA ITS JUST CHAI, WHY ARE YOU SAYING TEA-TEA. and you are even half indian :(

@NoahFarber 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the thoughts, Ben ❤️

@adil0028 9 ай бұрын

No that's coffee latte

@charleyandre1 9 ай бұрын

@@lakshyajain8240help not that being from the new Spider-Man movie (no hate I LOVE that’s movie lol)❤😂😂

@Thebentist 9 ай бұрын

Ben and I were both the first ambassadors for Tiktok in 2019 and it’s crazy to see how much he’s grown! He’s always been so unique and a creative talent! Not even surprised slightly by his success! Congrats Ben!

@MrLeafe-wt9et 9 ай бұрын

hello bentist

@Bellaslaysmore 9 ай бұрын

I don’t wear my retainer :)

@gabriellahernandez6 9 ай бұрын

Hi bentist!

@charleyandre1 9 ай бұрын

I LOST MY RUBBER BANDS it’s okay I go to my orthodontist tmr

@urfav_delulu 9 ай бұрын

PAH

@Hajra509 9 ай бұрын

It’s so weird to see Ben so serious and calm and not crazy 😂

@sunlitChaos 9 ай бұрын

It’s weird how… calm he is in this.

@weadvreyou8157 9 ай бұрын

Yeah and his voice is sm deeper 😭

@Mr.Monkeyofficial. 4 ай бұрын

Frr @weadvreyou8157

@iiscool 9 ай бұрын

seeing ben being calm is so weird.. im so used to crazy..

@felix_brownies915 7 ай бұрын

u should listen to drama mama he’s still kinda crazy but the topics he talks abt are like so interesting

@jmg999 9 ай бұрын

I was really impressed by how intelligent and well-spoken he is. He also has strong critical thinking skills, and it shows in his commentary on his content. This was a particularly interesting interview.

@nikkolewith2ks 9 ай бұрын

The "unalive" bit with Colin not understanding had me in stitches .. too funny!!!💛

@jd2rs 9 ай бұрын

Unalive actually is used to replace the word suicide on TikTok.

@artsycurls 9 ай бұрын

I'm so proud of him

@Oddvfx_ 9 ай бұрын

Just imagine how younger Ben would like react how much his chanell grew

@andrewleonard2128 9 ай бұрын

Won't find a smarter, funnier, more talented, creator than Ben. So happy y'all featured him!!

@gusmoment 9 ай бұрын

bro is wild for using that discord light mode

@PaulandMorgan 9 ай бұрын

Man, really been gleaning a lot from ya’ll’s conversations with creators. Super helpful content as I try to grow and effectively use this platform. Plus it’s entertaining!

@TrinbagoVibes 9 ай бұрын

I won’t lie, this is the only, if not one of the few channels where I watch each episode till the end, always an interesting conversation to take in

@MyEClassinBytes 9 ай бұрын

I took a peek on his channel and it's a contrast to him on this interview. He's a much sensible young man in this episode. Learned new things as a creator. Nice episode! :)

@drgarylinkov 9 ай бұрын

Great job guys! Really appreciate the openness and humility that everyone showed. Once a creative, always a creative. And no one can take that away from us.

@zacpedersen4162 9 ай бұрын

Whatsupp?

@Mr.Monkeyofficial. 4 ай бұрын

@@zacpedersen4162 The sky 😭💀

@zacpedersen4162 4 ай бұрын

@@Mr.Monkeyofficial. what?

@Mr.Monkeyofficial. 4 ай бұрын

@@zacpedersen4162 NVM

@AsianFoodNerd 9 ай бұрын

⭐BenoftheWeek proves that with IMAGINATION KZfaq is at its INFNANTCY ⭐

@meryemcokal5495 9 ай бұрын

Love to see Ben on here! Definitely didn’t expect that, what a lovely suprise and conversation, i love how you guys dove into conversations about sides on the internet that Ben grew up on. Being the same age as Ben i can heavily relate and understand the climate that used to be on youtube. Also Ben is a treat to the eyes and the absolute cutest!! Awsome video :)❤

@DeliaSlucutt 7 ай бұрын

Such a great interview. Thank you everyone involved.

@domorecoolshit 9 ай бұрын

Love the open and honest conversation with Ben. Such a great example to just use the tools and things you have and to not even let tech ever get in the way. Well done Colin and Samir for another excellent conversation.

@RoryBland 9 ай бұрын

Damn I love Ben's content. Excited for this interview!

@AmritaBhortake 9 ай бұрын

I loved this interview. Ben is so thoughtful and articulate. I am really impressed with how well he is aware of the industry and what success means to him. Great work, Ben and good luck for everything in the future!

@renpluvphile 9 ай бұрын

Im so excited for this interview 😁

@Annabrownmedia_ 9 ай бұрын

the part about dropping out was so interesting. As someone in journalism today, It's SO nice to have the resources to grow in the industry. I am taking social media CLASSES, listening to AI developers, and learning different styles of film and storytelling to be able to grow my brand. I would highly recommend Journalism or Communications for someone wanting to go to college for Social Media.

@annie.chopra 8 ай бұрын

This interview is making me feel so much more creative and making me really want to work on my KZfaq channel! Incredible stuff!

@bluishred_1 9 ай бұрын

This was such a different side of Ben....hearing his whole thought process on everything was really insightful

@JaySwanson 9 ай бұрын

I found this so inspiring and fun to watch. Thank you!

@carolineholden2215 9 ай бұрын

Ben saying "this was such a dream" and then having your interview with Dream pop up at the end was A+ work and I really appreciate the dedication to the edit 😂

@Smorzey 9 ай бұрын

i am chronically online

@mattjames 9 ай бұрын

This was a great podcast! I didn't know Ben before this but after doing a dive into his content it's given me a new wave of inspiration!

@NBTJacklyn 9 ай бұрын

So excited to watched this

@Lmjacks 9 ай бұрын

i have doubts about committing so much time to a video every time i have no clue who the featured guest is, and every time those doubts are proven wrong. thanks for sharing this conversation, and i look forward to more interviews!

@ryanmccrary1880 9 ай бұрын

Did y’all get new cameras? I swear this is 8k footage lol. Anyways, great video like always!

@Burbie 9 ай бұрын

didnt expect this interview

@TheRimOfficial 9 ай бұрын

Wow, what a great conversation. I hope I can become a creator like Ben one day. Great video as well

@CubowaK 9 ай бұрын

Colin and Samir not knowing about YTP just made me feel like a wizard 😂

@LaurenCarducci 9 ай бұрын

Everyone involved asked such great questions❤

@GritzyBR 9 ай бұрын

another amazing watch

@shehaan23 9 ай бұрын

Nothing like seeing a new video from C&S on your feed!

@KelsAndJay 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for introducing us old millennials to this amazing person! I love the level of respect you guys have for each other and how you know you can learn from one another. This conversation was so refreshing!

@smitinathan 9 ай бұрын

Loved learning about Ben’s take on how us older folx can connect with GenZ and Samir’s comments on nurturing intentional brand relationships.

@rolo8950 9 ай бұрын

I just want to say that as a 30 year old man, I wish I had gotten my act together enough to have made a KZfaq channel. I've got one hell of a story to tell that's forsure. Went from fighting the Taliban to being a full blown opiate addict and all I want in life is to help my fellow addicts. This might have just motivated me to start my own channel. I'm not looking for money or anything, I just want more for my life.

@rolo8950 9 ай бұрын

You guys make me want to be more, do more.

@baruchdov8491 9 ай бұрын

Go for it

@tfkdandsvkc 9 ай бұрын

What does you being 30 have to do with anything???30 is not old I hate how people think 30 is old very messed up being 30 is not a cripple either you still have a brain and mind that works plus hands that can do the work so get down to work

@MichaelCreative 9 ай бұрын

It's never too late to start.

@AmalJolly 9 ай бұрын

Start it

@happyraintf 9 ай бұрын

This is going to be insane once again, thanks C&S!

@LucasWorldTravel 9 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for inttroducing me to my new favorite creator. I just watched the barbie jeep video. I haven't laughed that hard in decades! Genius!

@bloopbloop9687 9 ай бұрын

Bro I absolutely love emplemon, banger content fr

@ciinamongirl 9 ай бұрын

RISING STAR? Bro he’s the best idk how HES JUST receiving credit…

@charleyandre1 9 ай бұрын

FOR REALLL

@ciinamongirl 9 ай бұрын

@@charleyandre1 YES!!

@luisfelipearriagada146 9 ай бұрын

IM SO CONFUSED WHY DID I THOUGHT THIS WAS THE GUY THAT IS GOING TO PLAY LUFFY ON THE LIVE ACTION ONE PIECE

@JustineCooksVegan 9 ай бұрын

The vegan teacher video of Ben’s was actually the first of his I watched, it was super refreshing & inspiring to see that storytelling/doc style content on YT. wh! :)

@Mikaelasotelo 8 ай бұрын

I love this interview

@Maximus_magic 9 ай бұрын

Whoa, i love his videos They are very entertaining

@SeansCreativeStudio 9 ай бұрын

you guys manage to steer my attention towards emerging and developed internet cultures and sub-cultures in ways I didn't realise this style of video possibly could! from Binging with Babish to Mr Beast to BENOFTHEWEEK (never heard of him), I find myself compelled to watch your videos. Great work, thanks for sharing!

@dreewellis 9 ай бұрын

Benoftheweek's content always can give me a laugh, his content goes crazy lol. you've outdone yourselves this time Colin and Samir! We've missed u guys :D

@katw01 9 ай бұрын

Great channel Guys...subscribed✌️🧡

@georgehennen 9 ай бұрын

Good job with this one. Idk if you had the time to implement my feedback but this is better.

@Glaiket 9 ай бұрын

I’m literally a 44 yo goth and this guy is fucking hilariously surreal, there is a lot about his comedy that reminds me of alternative British comedy of the 90s. Absurd & dark humour. The Drama Mama channel he has is also a great channel for teens to watch, he’s a sensible, decent role model for teens, unlike a lot of popular creators.

@TylerCSM 9 ай бұрын

Love it ❤

@Foodies 9 ай бұрын

another fire interview, but guys the plant in the background behind Colin looks Unalived

@damianvandenhaak 9 ай бұрын

Dont know him but im watching

@louisana 9 ай бұрын

I liked his comment about not becoming too business minded as a creative. I feel like Samir has been very into the money making side, asking guests lots of questions about their finances (for example Deestroying) and brainstorming new ways to monetize. Don't focus too much on money and stay creative :)

@ranaaryaputra8638 9 ай бұрын

Samir's laugh in the last minute, he was really amused hahaha...

@Sem0711 9 ай бұрын

1:49 Hahahaaa I made a Colin and Samir episode! Maybe one day in person as well😂

@jalenoutside 9 ай бұрын

Shoutout to Canadian creators!

@joey.bailey 6 ай бұрын

i dream to get interviewed by you guys one day

@theotherdecks 9 ай бұрын

I can’t believe that there is a YT Talk alum being interviewed by Colin and Samir!

@MrFarts 9 ай бұрын

Thought I was going to be part of a Colin & Samir episode when i saw youtube poop at 26:00

@SeansCreativeStudio 9 ай бұрын

Do you have a link to the Emma Chamberlain podcast you referenced at around 25:00 ?

@corbintomes5202 9 ай бұрын

KZfaq Poop and Machinima Minecraft videos really is a throwback

@REVIEWSONTHERUN 9 ай бұрын

Cool! Thanks for sharing it. ✌️

@paolabelan8211 9 ай бұрын

I started watching Ben on Tiktok back in 2019. The best videos for me are the cactus video and the one of the microwave explosion 😂😂😂 I just love Ben, such a creative guy! (This coming from a Millennial)

@catytroopa845 9 ай бұрын

this guy is hilarious, one of the funniest episodes yet

@Barndoor244 9 ай бұрын

i love your videos so much but WHY would you have light mode on 1:26

@Rxya_ 9 ай бұрын

It’s weird seeing Ben calm 😭✨

@riverrichardson1178 4 ай бұрын

Fr 💀

@omjill. 9 ай бұрын

I'm just wondering - if Ben doesn't really use brand deals, what would the appeal be for a management company? Genuine question, just wondering what else a management team would bring!

@Sarim4 9 ай бұрын

BEN OF THE WEEK I LOVE HIM

@user-jh6eo9hj3f 9 ай бұрын

LOVE U BEN!!! his content and editing is genuinely so damn good and entertaining, also this interview was so good, I sometimes forget that older generations prob won't understand most of these videos, especially cuz again some fo them are "inside jokes" on social media but not really "inside jokes" that only few people know about, but yk, memes songs, again this whole side of media where everyone just know that one mom or that one person, but there's almost no millennials and up on there so like, yeah lol, like for example the "you ladies alright" ref, a meme ig u could say surfing the internet rn or fx the vegan teacher like if I asked my mom if she knew who these people were or showed her a meme of a TikTok where guys are saying "he is me I am him" to a vid of Ryan gosling, she prob wouldn't understand. lol di that make sense

@talesteller4524 9 ай бұрын

Don't worry Ben our MAMAS community will always support you and there will be newer ones too. 😂❤

@3llie166 9 ай бұрын

Ben is my favorite KZfaqr and I’m so proud to see how far he has gone since he blew up on TikTok ❤

@galinababeshkova7223 9 ай бұрын

Colin looks well-rested!!

@SeanLewisMedia 9 ай бұрын

Really interesting hearing from the younger generation!

@one_and_only13 9 ай бұрын

It's so interesting watching benoftheweek grow as a creator

@hiskishow 9 ай бұрын

Gen-z humor = the premise. That's it. There is no punch line, just the premise. That is why anything can be funny.

@hiskishow 9 ай бұрын

It's also very close to standup where punch lines are cheap ways to deliver comedy. Even in modern skits the punchline is just a way to end the skit and rarely there to make you laugh.

@true2527 9 ай бұрын

I havn't even watched this jet. but i know it's gonna be good.

@Str0up 9 ай бұрын

interesting video ideas

@danikroef 9 ай бұрын

This man is a genius..

@unstoppabledoris 9 ай бұрын

TALK TO ME was good! I watched this last Friday.

@pixie_himzy 9 ай бұрын

ben is such an easy going soul (sometimes, he can be very chaotic haha) his content brings such a brightening smile to everyone who encounters his funny yet questionable but hilarious videos 😊😎.