Building a 2.3 Million Follower Brand While Studying - Natacha Océane

[@lydiadavies7073]

I think Natasha's lack of oversexualising content is one of the reasons I was really drawn to the videos. She made me feel good about myself, giving me great information without subconsciously comparing myself to her.

[@Aha.SoWhat]

Super interesting point. I never thought about it but your are totally right! Although she is super sexy she doesn´t play with it on camera. That combined with her heartwarming character makes me feel super comfortable. She gives me the feeling that I can reach my personal goals, too, with selflove, exercises and science :D. Edit: Ah, ok, she talks about that in the interview XD. Nevertheless, your are right, I feel the same :).

[@hannadeeh]

Great point that I hadn't considered before. Her content is my favorite.

[@KaMi-gz1il]

You're so right with this! I remember YT started recommending me her channel and I was like nah, the typical blonde fitness influencer... no thank you! (so judgmental of me I know) But after a Greg Doucette review of her videos I saw her content was really science based and informative. I gave her content a chance and I'm SO GRATEFUL I did that because she's a bad ass! She showed me how strong, mentally and physically, a woman can be. No doubt she's a huge inspiration to me. I like she never uses sexualized thumbnails or uses her body to give a sexualized content. Such a respectable and admirable person!

[@cannedsalsa2]

İ share this opinion. She is by far my fave fitness youtuber because she is not physique focused. İt’s not a constant discussion of her weight and looks, which is a relief.

[@Amda4436]

I feel the same! She does not thumbnail her ass like others do so obviously but pretend it's just about gaining confidence and strength lol. Also her way of speaking to the camera is so natural and not this sassy/sexy weird talk.

[@carlamichaelaescueta7755]

Natacha Oceane was (fortunately) my gateway to fitness and pushed me to start my own fitness journey. She's an incredibly warm person with very sound solid content and a super INSANE athlete. She hit the nail on the head by creating videos that are relevant, evidence-backed, and bound to be timeless. She's in it for the long game and we see that! 💖

[@denisegiusto1133]

Same here dear! Couldn’t have said it better, good luck on your journey hun, I know it is hard at times but so rewarding 🙏🏼❤️

[@aidagibbons1045]

Natacha's goal as she mentioned in this podcast, is "helping people", not showing off like most of other "influencers". Also, she runs two other businesses, so she really doesn't need to show "more skin" for her to be successful!!

[@alenawildner]

You can ALwAYS feel that in natashas videos and ist makes her content so incredibly vlauable.

[@CharlieJames1]

I think there’s a way to talk about how great Natacha is without putting down other athletic influencers or shaming people who show skin 😊

[@ItsJustRach]

9

[@ItsJustRach]

🥹🥰🥲

[@kienluu6430]

" The more you train for something the shoter distances feel" - lovely quote from her

[@nothingnono1245]

So true

[@luckyluc7412]

I love Natasha! She’s such a natural and she doesn’t really try too hard to impress or be ‘successful’ which is rare in the KZbin space and she has a good sense of humour, she laughs at the little things 💕

[@Moon_Puff]

I'm so happy to have this chance to see Natacha in a different format. Every since I've started watching her, she's been challenging me not to do better, but to let go. I often feel competitive and like I'm behind in life compared to others; after watching one of her videos, sometimes I have to tell myself: it's okay if you haven't done a marathon, it's okay if you don't know how to professionally edit videos, it's okay if you don't k ow how to use a sewing machine - lol I don't need to learn it all, because we don't live long enough to spend our life chasing.

[@YannSchmidt]

This is indeed a beautiful message

[@Kc-gu5er]

Respect to this woman, a great example of wisdom

[@laurenbaseden3794]

What's amazing is, she didn't post that she did this, literally the most humble person I've seen with a social media following

[@hawaiiansoulrebel]

Loved this interview. Natacha is a rare gem in a sea of cookie-cutter "fit-fluencers." She's a breath of fresh air.

[@sophielake9519]

I’ve loved Natacha, she’s naturally hilarious and has inspired me for years and have loved seeing her in a different setting but my god, need better responses than “ok” every time from the interviewer. Drove me mad the whole way through.

[@yolandagondwe4349]

I was gonna say I love Natacha as well. But this is hardly a deep dive. We all know this information about her or can learn it from one of her videos. This video doesn't show is anything new. I've delved in this channel a bit as well and there are some good videos but I don't think this deep dive thing is it, personally.

[@backfromburnout]

I'm a 46yr old mother of four who sells stuff on eBay and vlogs it, and Natacha is my favourite KZbinr ever. She is relatable to women of all ages, I have made my 21yr old daughter subscribe to her as she's such a positive role model. Thank you for being you Natacha!

[@rimiy]

The fact that I Follow and highly appreciate both of them is crazy. This collab is Phenomenal !!

[@hannimali4143]

Thanks so much for doing this interview with Natacha. I don't often comment on here but watch both you and her on here on the regular. I finished my PhD in 2020. When she said if you had asked her how she was doing when she was UG she would've started crying. Just hearing that made me cry, that was so relatable. I am also from a "non academic" background and felt such HUGE pressure to succeed that I would never step back and think about whether it was good for me. I just wanted to show I could do it, and a lot of it was about pleasing others. Natacha has so much insight, she is really inspirational and I loved hearing from her. I really enjoyed this interview. Thank you. I am in a MUCH better place and luckily I did really benefit from doing my PhD and I am in a job I love now which I couldn't have without a PhD.

[@maggenlove]

Loved this. Never expected to see this collab but it was wonderful. Thank you!

[@xoxoJGWS]

This duo... i could listen to all day.. Such an interesting conversation, also: lovely voices to listen to.

[@kamilamukailova872]

I love her so much, she is such a pure and bright person. I feel like she is so honest and caring. Thanks for sharing this with us

[@psychologin_sophie]

She's just so cute! I love her personality, her honesty and of course, her workouts!

[@daniellegarcia9]

I love finding down to earth youtubers that I can just listen to in the background while I get stuff done and their talk is like listening to a friend. I dislike pretentious youtubers that are just pushing products fake lifestyles. I LOVE Natacha and her accent and her love for science

[@aleandtaca7391]

OMG! I just love this one, I want Natacha to have her own podcast now. Beautiful job.

[@canvasdrop_art]

this was the best 1 hr 22 minutes I spent today. I honestly love Natacha's wholesome approach towards training and wellness. Also, as a fellow scientist (molecular diagnostics), I can relate to her journey. I love research and academia, but as I finished Uni and got out into the world, I learned a lot about myself that I did not get to explore before, and I really started questioning what it is I want to do/be. It gives me courage hearing her story, and I hope one day I too will be happy and fulfilled, doing what I love. thank you both so much for this video. Loved every minute of it!

[@areeshatahnee2193]

Two of my favourite you tubers together. Absolutely loved this episode. Thank you so much Ali for organising this and asking such meaningful prompts and Natacha for being so honest and down to earth ❤️

[@all.ways.active]

This was such an incredible interview with two of my favourite creators! Feeling very inspired after watching this 😊

[@MichelleMershon]

Been inspired by Natacha for years now and I keep loving her more! She is such a bright light in this world!

[@marufhasan5767]

Self awareness, hardwork, do something with passionate, Don't spend to much time in social media. One thing, mastery, quiet.

[@aaronk2792]

Such a good interview! Came here because of Natacha so I like what she's doing. I definetly learned new things about her and liked they way you followed up on what she said without making it feel like digging - especially on the self-awareness challenge. Great interview from both of you

[@beenishhaider6308]

She's so inspiring. Everything is so clear in her head. I want that clarity and dedication towards life for myself.

[@dawn160]

I am so glad I found Natacha last year, she really motivated me to keep pushing and I really enjoy her workouts and content in general

[@valerie7074]

She's the best 💗 thanks for interviewing her, it was lovely to see her from a different light!

[@alishamisk]

I believe her audience is very high quality. This is reflected through her progression and the interactions happening in the comments. It's really rare.

[@laxgirl7728]

This just truly made me love her more. She’s so self aware, kind and sweet. Love her drive for learning and pushing herself too

[@shivanipatelart]

Amazing episode, Ali. As an aspiring KZbinr, planning to seriously take up my passion for art as a side hustle, I found so many valuable insights in here. Thanks for all you do. :)

[@musicwithcode1322]

Self-awareness is key! I love it!!

[@alenawildner]

Natasha, I hope you see this comment, because you truly are a light for me to watch on KZbin. I think what you share is so helpful, also because of the journey you took. You really make me and I‘m sure many other people watching aswell, want to improve their lives, wether thats in regards to their mental health, fitness, physical health of career wise. I truly wish you countless amazing and wonderful paths in your life and a lot of growth and hapiness

[@caraid9263]

She really is a gem, her content is so valuable and inspiring ❤️❤️

[@lizheyndrickx5190]

Thank you for asking about the start of her KZbin channel and growth that was really insightful!! Great for everyone starting KZbin

[@anaherrera3588]

Natasha is just amazing! I really enjoyed this, questions, answers and all! Thanks!

[@BellaDiary]

I must have been living under a rock as I’ve never heard of her before so I’m very grateful that this video introduced me to this gorgeous soul! Thanks Ali 🙏🏼

[@TheCarCobs]

I do watch the old videos! When I discover a new youtuber I always start at the bottom (the first videos) to understand more about the person

[@luciaret]

Her resume of "self-awareness" is gold🥇! Also is great that you broad up the subject of "work hard but not too much" new filosophy, abogated by super successful ppl who actually got there buy working super hard

[@annasofia4396]

On min. 42 Natacha is talking about choosing those titles... When I am honest I didn't clicked on her video bc of those titles... But this podcast is very eye opening and I love her intentions as a influencer ❤️

[@inesassous2889]

This collab is phenomenal I feel like even if it was 5 hours long I would have listened to it.

[@tedmint3504]

Interview Mario nexttt

[@lydiatomlinson2712]

natacha is literally my favorite person - how did i just find this two months later??

[@jacquiburfoot4888]

I love Natacha! Favourite content creator in the world! So much respect ✊

[@JadesFitnessBucketList]

loved this interview wish she did more podcasts

[@ahmedhallajian8886]

Got the notification for this as I was considering quitting my job haha - are the stars aligning?

[@luluognam]

Natacha is so cool and always inspires me !!!

[@MsBdonk]

Does anyone else look forward to these, more we want more! Lol Thank you for the content

[@salomenaphetvaridze7715]

What a special guest we have today

[@saraapedraza]

the collab i didnt know i needed!!!!!!!!

[@michellevictor4876]

Natacha, I love what you said about not over sexualising yourself. Of course women should feel comfortable showing their bodies but this is something I really appreciate about you. I never feel drained watching your videos as your goal is always to help others rather than throwing yourself out as eye-candy and regurgitating unhealthy behaviours. I know that your videos will always contain gold, or at the very least sprinkles of glitter. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.

[@alizo3]

I love these podcasts. thank you so much

[@immeldaoord9189]

Love this episode. Thank you for creating 🙏

[@refikamelek1249]

Great Podcast. Enjoyed every second of it.

[@AnOctopusProduction]

Loved this! Just started a new channel because of you Ali, thank you so much for your encouragement 🤍❤️

[@prakhar.odyssey]

Love these in depth podcast type videos Ali!

[@kawtharbakhach5848]

This just makes me love her more GO NATACHAA

[@Nayz13]

I will watch Natacha until she’s 100, I want to see her doing amazing things then!

[@rashelahmed2659]

It was really interesting to watch. Wow what an effort 👏. I'm your regular viewer Ali. Keep growing Ali.

[@sonas5587]

My two favorite youtubers! T.T

[@ewaaraujo]

Great interview! I love the message of Natacha❤

[@Youwinmeta]

Fantastic interview!

[@candiceevawilliams6]

Absolutely love these!

[@slapdashdigo6758]

😳omg never thought about this collaboration

[@limphomodisaesi447]

I love herrrrr so much

[@MakoBeauty]

I feel like Natascha never mentions her eating disorder that drove her to do the Ironman that she said was the reason a long time ago.

[@laxgirl7728]

I think it’s because she doesn’t want to “encourage” that behavior like how ED topics trigger others EDs she mentioned that although she’s better now she still sometimes thinks about that stuff so maybe that’s why she doesn’t address it anymore?

[@jjhoney9745]

1:16:03 was brilliant! I love this chick!!

[@mariavanrooyen4592]

I love this lady!

[@Aha.SoWhat]

A general question: Why are there so many channels that do not show the upload date like in this video? To me it is super annoying cause I find it very important to know about the actuality. That doesn´t mean that older videos are less important but I want to be able to evaluate if a personal or scientific statement or data is up-to-date or if special topics mentioned are a thing right now or not...

[@TheHamsterpawz]

Great interview. Finding your 'why'

[@HK-cp8tm]

Great interview, thank you

[@abicooks]

This girl is amazing man

[@yemimafernando6668]

Why do all of Ali's videos feel like amazing therapy sessions for me xD

[@avrilli2215]

Best episode!!!!!

[@oliviamacellaro4309]

Love Natacha such a beautiful, strong, smart woman

[@not_sophs]

natacha is the best ❤️❤️

[@DemetriPanici]

*"I believe every human has a finite number of heartbeats. I don't intend to waste any of mine." - Neil Armstrong*

[@TinaLiaNguyen]

I loveee these videos!!

[@ifrathikraam653]

Omg am losing my shit 😬 this is by fat the best collab !

[@monicarao382]

You cant put Ali Abdaal on 1.75x playback speed, he speaks at 1.75x speed already

[@kezh.landicho]

Ali: Okay

[@Jasonadventures]

Big followers I love it 💘

[@arielshalem5698]

Crossover episode 🤩

[@mehditila7424]

💙💙💙

[@alegan5181]

First! Love you Ali!

[@PlayedboiCartier]

Shii i aint finna lie Ali might have to bag that rq

[@SAA91DK]

Beautiful girl beautiful voice

[@bytesize7582]

literally 30 sekonds

[@UmmarFarooqMahroof]

Wow, Ginny Weasley really grew up!!

[@abcdefg216]

Love th videos as usual but haha Im so used to get the same kind of questions as you give her in this one... What if you swap positions.... Like pretend Im asking you questions (like you ask her why she just doesnt quit in the middle of a race for example...) if I would ask you, (=Ali)... You could do the same? Right? Why did you finsih this interview? And also (maybe you outsorsed it but still, think about the beginnign when you started in that case)... why didnt you just stop editing this video, went out to take a beer with some ppl and just didnt bother to finish it up? Would getting drunk with your friends have felt more fun for you than finish this interview? Or more fun or fulfilling than finishing up this video? Its kind of the same... The why didnt you quit is the same as if I would ask you, why are you sitting and talking to her, when you could be in a bar, drunk with some friends, or out at some campfire smoking maruana.... Is that actually something you would want to do? Isnt this interview more forfilling to you? Would it actually cross your mind to go to the campfire or bar in the middle of this interview and just stop? Its kind of the same ;) :)

[@ferravenclaw8436]

Loving the interview all the way through and in love with both your accents until I keep hearing an "anti Hogwarts movement". I was already disappointed when I realized the disappointment was me (hard work) 😂😂

[@abicooks]

Molly Mae please

[@ifrathikraam653]

To think i actually found Ali becase of an ipad video and ended up buying an ipad 😅

[@razorhxh7371]

she looks like maria sharapova

[@kurikong2379]

Y'all think all they mentioned has not been said before? The importance of self-awareness is the essence of Buddhism

[@ParvezKhan-dn5zv]

Bring Naval...

[@samuelvilz]

I don't agree to the part of him being obnoxious, but I do think that Ali's guests so far are more interesting than Naval, who has been on many podcasts already :)

[@joshcena3748]

who the hell choose the video title ?? complete disgusting! video content is very good. YOu guys better choose a good title for the video

[@andrewulloa4832]

lol "what I eat in a day version 25!". Fantastic video! Cheers to the both of you!

[@hanlitwin]

Natacha's secret weapon is her personality. I'm not even into fitness or anything and I watch her videos just because she is amazing.

[@noemi4x]

When natacha says she wants to create contents that make people happy she is really achieving her goal, whenever I see a new video of her I drop everything I do cause she makes me feel so calm, it's one of the few content creators who really manages to relax me and to turn a bad day into a positive one. She's such a rare gem! Plus I've bought her guide (build) and oh lord, I've never had such a great time at the gym, every workout session is so fun and refreshing and challenging and it makes you look forward to the next one, I am always so excited to go back the next day, it makes you feel strong and confident and it's amazing, really really highly suggest it!!