Chad Reynolds and Steve Ramsey discuss online and offline media and culture with an emphasis on YouTube
Steve Ramsey is the Host of Woodworking for Mere Mortals, YouTube’s leading resource for learning the hobby of woodworking.
Chad Reynolds is the Co-Creator of Clean My Space, YouTube's original cleaning and decluttering channel.
Welcome back to our podcast! It's been a while, but we wanted to look at how our 2024 resolutions fared and look at some of our goals for 2025.
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Chad & Steve Still Have a Podcast!
28 Feb 2024
Why You Should NEVER Read The Comments (ft. Robert Dunn) Ep 118
Hey everyone, we are still alive and back with episode #118 of Chad & Steve Have a Podcast! We are joined by Robert Dunn (Aging Wheels) and diving into a whirlwind chat that spans everything from camera settings, AI video creation, and the charm of old-school analog photography, to the mixed reactions we've seen in the comment sections.
We also get into the nitty-gritty of car safety, ponder over the beauty(?) and design(?) of things like the Cybertruck, and share our personal stories about handling the good, the bad, and the ugly comments online.
Plus, we can't forget Robert's head-turning cars, run-ins with vehicle regulations, and how politics plays a part in what we drive.
Check our Robert's latest video on the Aptera: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DDmeqLEB9c0
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1 Feb 2024
Why is Everyone Quitting YouTube? (Ep 117)
In this conversation, Chad Reynolds and Steve Ramsey discuss the changing landscape of YouTube and why many YouTubers are quitting the platform.
Additional topics include quitting drinking, cleaning and organizing Steve's shop, the rise of Patreon as a funding option for creators, the decline of brand sponsorships, creating art for yourself and slimming down your team.
They reflect on the golden days of YouTube and how it has evolved over time. They also explore the role of YouTube as a discovery platform and the need for alternative platforms. The conversation delves into the nine-year life cycle of trends and the importance of trying something new.
They emphasize the importance of creating content for oneself and building a business beyond YouTube. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the future of their podcast.
The release of YouTube Rewind, a cringe-worthy video, marked a turning point for the platform
Many YouTubers are moving beyond YouTube and building businesses that are not solely reliant on the platform
YouTube still serves as a valuable discovery platform, but creators should be less emotionally attached to it
Trying something new and different is important for long-term sustainability and growth
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Reach and audience
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YouTube views
6,319,435,280
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
4.9 / 5
45 ratings
Spotify
4.3 / 5
31 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 77 / 100
A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.
Quality
81
Social presence
0
YouTube
93
Engagement
90
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