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Apr 2024
32m 45s

greed ruined these youtubers

BENOFTHEWEEK
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This week Ben tackles the controversial trend of YouTubers putting their content behind subscription paywalls. Ben argues against this pay structure, expressing his concerns about YouTubers emulating traditional media models. As he delves into the evolving landscape of online content creation, Ben offers insights into the dynamics between YouTube, streaming ... Show More
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