Christian Jacobs (Yo Gabba Gabba, Aquabats) - Overcoming Failure

Startup Grind LA Hosts Christian Jacobs, founder/creator and producer of Yo Gabba Gabba (Nickelodeon) and The Aquabats band/TV series (HUB TV). The Aquabats are a ska-punk rock band started in the 90′s. After 15-years of rejection, Christian managed to land The Aquabats a television show in March. Christian said that the worthiness of the idea was reinforced time and time again.
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[@jinxedflame74]

This is one of the most sincere, wonderful men around. I'm so glad he didn't give up.

[@guhrizzlybaire]

I have been watching yo gabba gabba with my daughter since she was about 8 months old. I am so thankful for this man. she loves the aquabats, and gabba. Christian just made her and I an incredible Cameo doing Plex's voice and being sweet and funny for three and a half minutes. My daughter closes her eyes in overwhelm because she cant believe Bat Commander is talking to her and saying her name. I hope he and his pals succeed in everything they do.

[@KingNexusMOCs]

Still can't believe he's got a younger and older brother who are prominent in the biz. Christian has really made a name for himself with the work he's done Solo AND with the Aquabats. Such an awesome dude.

[@Malkmusianful]

"The Aquabats suck because they looked like they were gonna break through in 1998" - that dude from the Man Show who was popular for like three minutes

[@Phoenix135tube]

At 48 I have just discovered the Aquabats. You guys rock! :D

[@MiaRocky]

I grew up with the aquabats and now my kids are into them and its such a rad feeling.

[@swaggypenguen7687]

Super rad you could say

[@StartupGrind]

Who doesn't love the Aquabats and Yo Gabba Gabba?!?

[@blakethompson1138]

Mr. Jacobs is so inspirational. I found this video actually while I was in class and I had a few minutes so I watched it and immediately I can say my day got better. This guy is such a pick-me up.

[@martinmorges3267]

I love Aquabats and I'm 36. :/

[@wo3fullyin3pt0678]

I LOVE no other band like I LOVE the Aquabats. I am also 36. What's with the :\ ? More like :D!!!!!!!!!!! Ain't no shame in my game and there should be none in yours either!

[@dannyhav]

I'm 42 and LOVE the Aquabats. I've got 2 girls (2 and 4 years old)... they love the TV show and I hope they come out with more episodes.

[@wo3fullyin3pt0678]

dannyhav We're expecting out first child in a few weeks and I can't wait to play some Aquabats for him!! And yes I do plan on order matching onesie and tshirt for him and I. ;)

[@krispykremekirk2383]

+Martín Morges the aquabats themselves are in their 30s, bat commander is 43 and crash is 50 so ur ok

[@dannyhav]

CRAZY!!!! I had to wiki Chad Larson and you're right... HE IS 50 YEARS OLD!!!???!?!? Unbelievable. 50 is the new 30!

[@maguslascivious4980]

We went and saw Yo Gabba Gabba live way back when my daughter was little. Even before then the Aquabats were rad. This guy is a gift to the world.

[@rosemary-dr5xc]

he's literally forklift certified

[@TheGamingChapel]

Adam Corrolla saying The Aquabats suck....well, whatever happened to Adam?

[@marquitos6763]

Created one of the biggest Podcast/Networks out there.

[@dizzydisciple]

Never heard of them

[@masonomasono]

After man show I have heard nothing from him

[@SpecialK9867]

Good old MC Bat Commander, he's one of my heroes.

[@mrs.formerfish6224]

christan jacobs is so awesome

[@swamprat2]

Been a fan of the Aquabats for almost 20 years and now my 4 year old is the biggest Aqua Cadet of all time. Cool to watch this.

[@tracyfeldstein1555]

I love this guy's mind... He did inspire me on our Halloween block party for kids...

[@YMDBass]

"Jacobs is a lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints." - From his Wikipedia page. I don't care what his religious affiliation is, or if "god helped him". What I do know is he's a great inspiration for people to not give up on things that they truly believe in.

[@Ekorslk]

Hans Fornof he's Mormon

[@g68unit]

That's the same thing

[@saleens330]

I don't see how the The Aquabats Super Show has yet to be picked up by someone?!?! The show is still awesome to watch!!!

[@lordhanzo7544]

I had no idea the Aqaubats were behind yo gabba gabba

[@candysweeps8]

My son is 2 and he just discovered you guys (the Aquabats) and he LOVES you, can't get enough!

[@baduela1]

Great job of staying on it. So often we give up on our dreams and never even know it. Me and my kids love the Aquabats and love Yo Gabba Gabba! NOW, HOLD STILLLLLLL.... WIGGLE WIGGLE WIGGLE GO!

[@matthodge4094]

Bro, I used to go to every show you played at! HB skate 95! I was there for you!

[@1kidfromschool]

Brother MC Batcommander! that's got a ring to it. It's cool that he's a member

[@phatmanxxxl]

My 4 year old daughter is a huge aquabats fan from watching the super show. Thanks Christian for your work and ideas.

[@gregn8206]

Informative and inspiring, thanks!

[@StartupGrind]

Our privilege!

[@JonHardisty]

Proud of you little buddy.

[@yoransom]

Didn't know Barker was their drummer at one point. Nice.

[@ericrypt]

dude, because you believed The Aquabats are bigger than ever now

[@maribelvalencia7894]

He voiced Plex

[@mariasplace423]

I love Yo Gabba Gabba and I'm 13.

[@Joe0lsen]

#WeNeedTheAquabats

[@PHANTASTIKMUSIK]

Horchata Records!

[@scabbyscumbag]

I suddenly hate Adam Carolla

[@angelic_technology]

sooooo where do you get the $125k

[@tracyfeldstein1555]

Who's Adam Corolla?

[@yapeseguy9261]

that one guy who used to be on that one show that one time

[@gregbehan658]

he is not a mormon

[@joedirte1029]

yes he is, I'm a friend of his family.