How she built every celebrity’s favorite show (Chicken Shop Date)

[@AmeliaDimoldenberg]

Thank you so much for inviting me to speak with you both and share my story! I love this channel so much and always learn so much from you guys myself, so it was a real joy to be interviewed! I hope people find this interesting in some way, I really love my job and am so grateful for all those people who have helped me along the way and of course watched my videos!!

[@MichaelBrooksUK]

This was such a great interview, and I can't wait to see where you take the Chicken Shop date series!

[@cyberiagenesis]

Jai Paul already did the Chicken Shop interview but in print format. Real heads will know…

[@redcactuslime]

why dont you get a patreon amelia?

[@Fried-Tofu]

Question for you if you're willing to answer! Speaking on inspirations 7:50 - I have to ask, are you familiar with the show Comedy Bang Bang? I love "anti-interview" shows. Tom Green, Spaceghost Coast to Coast, Eric Andre, Between Two Ferns, etc.

[@rachaelvp4813]

I always love hearing you talk about your process and creative direction. You're so interesting and insightful. Thank you for sharing!

[@noorandejani9285]

When she said she tried to create a character who is equally dry and not enthusiastic and also desperate.... That shows her intelligence and deep understanding of a very niche type of humor. Love it

[@jackrogers1115]

Or is it just... her humor

[@StateofKait]

I’ve been wanting someone to do a long, quality interview with her for years. Thank you so much, and for letting her speak without interruption.

[@chantellejane7229]

OMG. There was a point in the interview where Amelia had been speaking non-stop for quite a while and I paused to appreciate how the boys DIDN'T INTERRUPT HER!!!

[@StateofKait]

@@chantellejane7229 me too! It’s SO refreshing.

[@jessicac1623]

Yeeeeeess!! Finally!

[@angelamouland8012]

Absolutely! They truly showed their respect for her and what she had to say. Fantastic interview!

[@respect386]

I think Amelia’s timing and improvisation is what separates her from so many other interviewers. She’s always able to make a moment out of a question, and she’s not afraid to feed off the guest, which is so impressive.

[@on-TeIegram_THEColinandSamir]

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[@nanascripts]

Thats her 'undue advantage' and she utilitizes it well ❤❤

[@MaryLove-d5w]

She’s sharp, because that isn’t easy to do. I thoroughly enjoy her interviews, it’s just it’s different but so entertaining. How she stay in character I’ve no idea. ❤

[@TheGoldenboyo]

It’s nice to actually see the genuine version of Amelia when she’s not in character. She seems incredibly grounded so it’s nice to see her doing so well. Very confident she could broaden out into other creative avenues outside of Chicken shop date now as well.

[@elleee-lv3lw]

Right? So grounded! I have a lot of admiration for her

[@Zileiram1234]

Thanks for letting her talk and not interrupt.She had great things to say. Sublime women and interview.

[@LowSlungBadBitch]

agreed !!

[@braq9775]

Damn let her talk and not be interrupted ? Sounds like bare minimum

[@maryamxx2193]

@@braq9775you would be surprised theres so many interviews where the host interrupts them

[@ski-mask-the-slump-god]

@@maryamxx2193you’d be surprised how many don’t

[@GiDS222]

Amelia's anti-interview style is nice because its not completely an anti-interview it just feels like a kick it session with the real life awkwardness that occurs

[@Vargolis]

It’s all an act! Appears authentic but it’s not. Very clever

[@heather54101]

The fact that she isn't analyzing her stats every day but creating when and what feels organic is precisely why she stands out. Mad props.

[@AIForHumansShow]

As someone who's produced TV talk shows forever (I worked at Fallon for nearly 12 years), I've been insanely impressed by Chicken Shop Date which, in the same vein as Hot Ones, really took talk shows into the next generation and I think makes something really, really special. To me, it's the future. And I am so thrilled for her to get this sort of shine. -Gavin P (1/2 of AI for Humans)

[@swyxTV]

so what does that mean for your show?

[@AIForHumansShow]

@@swyxTV which one? i don't work at Fallon any more...

[@cheesecakelasagna]

Ziwe, SubwayTakes, and Recess Therapy come to mind as well.

[@alexandyulie]

it’s so heartwarming to watch Amelia talk about her show, it shines through how much joy her job brings to her

[@Andy-ne5qi]

The fact that this show isnt aiming to max out profitability with brand deals and sponsorships i feel like is essential to it's success because makes it feel so much more genuine. Seeing these celebrities interacting naturally with Amelia would be totally broken by extra commercializing it. I also like that it doesnt only focus on whatever movie or project that an actor or singer is promoting the way other interviews do.

[@RecoveringMusicAddict]

This lady is going places. Has an incredible vision of her capabilities and where she can fit in.

[@andrewleese89]

Okay, so I have a huge confession. I went on a few dates with a girl named Katie in 2022. I watch a lot of KZbin and told her about Chicken Shop Date and Hot Ones. For my birthday, Kate made me a chicken shop date box. FELT AND EVERYTHING! I still have it. It has two chicken drumsticks in it made from dog toys. When I was given it, I always felt like I should make a tweet or a TikTok about it but I've never wanted it to be a viral thing on the internet. But this feels like the perfect time to tell the world. Big ups Katie! Big ups Amelia. Big ups Naomi. 🐔🍗

[@AmeliaDimoldenberg]

Love that ! ❤

[@on-TeIegram_THEColinandSamir]

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[@andrewleese89]

@@AmeliaDimoldenberg if you want her contacts for merch - let me know 😅

[@brie9119]

Awww that is so cute and thoughtful!

[@elabeda]

A few dates? I would have married that girl

[@EKrolsoul]

Wow what an interview. Amelia is so eloquent, thoughtful and has a vision. I’m really looking forward to what she’ll do with her career in the next 10 years.

[@lqmgsta]

I love how Amelia goes over her stories. You can tell how passionate she is about her work/journey/art. Most of all, you can tell how passionate she is about not gatekeeping anything. She’s really the type to outdo herself and help others along the way instead of focusing on what others are doing/letting outside noise affect her. I love how she was self aware enough to find the right work life balance (for herself), to prioritize her creation vs what would get her easy money (not that there’s anything wrong with that), etc. She’s so true to herself. That realness and authenticity very clearly comes out in the work that she puts out. You can’t help but be a fan of her work ethic &/or content (even beyond ChxShop). Just love her 🐔🍗❤️

[@apoorvapatwardhan]

there's something so satisying in seeing someone who has truly worked their way to success finally succeed. props to amelia for not giving up🎉

[@Ethanisgroovy]

wow i really didn’t think id be able to sit down and watch this whole hour long interview but i was enthralled. amelia is really inspiring and the insight she has even though not really related to anything in my life still felt invaluable. i think it’s mostly cause she hit the nail on the head. independence is so attractive seeing someone participate in their own creation with their own vision is always so appealing as a viewer and you can usually tell when that’s the case.

[@solaron]

i really love that she refuses to have sponsors or add video length just for more money. it keeps the integrity of her show and i really like how it feels more traditional. it's pretty rare in the youtube space not to have sponsors

[@amoacido]

I LOVE seeing this, the parts switching and Amelia being the one interviwed so cool I wanted to see a big talk like this w her for ages

[@AaronHooper]

this is the best!! Shes huge but also so so so underrated. Unreal that she has built something so amazing and hilarious

[@bloomfilms]

Just to add to the conversation at 3:15, I didn’t know about Amelia’s channel until you guys covered it. It’s really nice to see that more than half of the people you interview are people I’m familiar with, but it is also great to find out about people from coverage on the channel as well

[@MaxGGs]

What an incredibly interview Amelia is seriously so great at what she does. Really eye opening on the way she goes around interviewing and the way she splits up her work whilst being independent. Hope to see her back sometime!

[@on-TeIegram_THEColinandSamir]

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[@watz03]

one of the best interviews so far, very inspiring to see her reflect so freshly on her path and growth. Great personality.

[@TheGOATfatherr]

From covering her on the breakdown to interviewing her. So full circle

[@zhumi12345]

the moment she said leslie knope i saw it so strongly. genius! everytime I peer behind the curtain at an act that seems effortless, i realize just how many years of honing and work and iteration it took to get there. amelia is amazing, and this was a fantastic interview -- thanks guys!

[@LRZMKB1013]

Bobbi Althoff basically took Amelia's entire vibe. We love Amelia ✨✨

[@masterofwit339]

Well… she tried. Amelia is genuine, whereas Bobbi is just an annoying twit

[@no1caresss]

she could never

[@somsmaghetti3570]

They are so different though? Amelia is so kind and funny. Bobbi is so awkward and mean. Amelia is the big sister I wanted. Bobbi is the big sister I got 😅

[@ceecee4491]

I'm tired of this comparison Amelia is nice

[@EmiLovesHamiAnBambii]

What? 😅

[@studio.leonardo]

Wow what a lovely guest.I've wanted her to lift the curtain on what she has been building for a while and this episode scratched that itch and more. Thanks to you all for such amazing work and insights!-- hope the travel is going well

[@GILane]

Really enjoyed her ability to carry on a conversation so fluidly.

[@GailNott]

Loved learing her 10+ year journey, especially the words of wisdom at the end and from her dad.

[@on-TeIegram_THEColinandSamir]

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[@lqmgsta]

So thaaaats why we don’t have more content 😫 but she’s so right for how she goes about it because when she does drop something, it doesn’t get saved as a watch later. I’ll stop what I’m doing and prioritize her. …The Daniel Kaluuya one is of my favorites!

[@jiminisbae69]

Why what did she say?

[@feliciabailey0411]

I could listen to her speak for hours. Great interview lads!

[@djin714]

Amelia is so well spoken and clear with her ideas. Great interview!

[@angelamouland8012]

What an interview!! She is incredible. She evidently prepared for this, showing the true professional she is. I learnt so much about her process and how she got started, thank you for having her on the show.

[@TheNatbatx]

The comment about your producer leaving resonated so much. My best times in my career are always when an amazing person moves onwards and upwards. I always strive to be the dumbest person in the room because the most satisfying success comes from the smarter people you hire around you. I loved this interview so much. I'm going to make my 14 yr old son watch it so he can truly appreciate how hard you have to graft to create success and that it is a continuous cycle of hypothesise, test and learn.

[@flazada]

And now she's to be married to Andrew Garfield full circle

[@SadiyaAkter-te7dy]

Manifesting

[@daphneglasurus7886]

I don’t think this is the kind of thing we can manifest in fact the more we all think about it the less likely it’ll happen

[@SUK2293]

Unfortunately Ameila was thrown off a building and Garfield couldn't save her in time.

[@cheesecakelasagna]

@@daphneglasurus7886 then I've officially giving up on this ship starting now.

[@italoblu]

Love the Jane Austen phrasing

[@abbylange022]

Amelia is one of my all time favorite creators. Chicken shop date is so unique and brilliant. What a fantastic interview, it was so interesting hearing the behind the scenes of the show.

[@Floruisse]

You all are so fun to watch, what a great interview everyone! Amelia, your Chicken Shop Dates seem so natural and unplanned, thank you for sharing all of the hard work and planning behind the episodes. Your dates and red carpet interviews shows you have a keen sense of reading people, and now I see you have a strong business acumen as well. Congrats!!

[@camillasaietz4856]

Tbh the editing in "chicken shop date" is what makes it great.

[@jjaredzz]

Amelia is amazing. Loved hearing her journey. And Colin and Samir, always such great quality interviews.

[@pbft.j]

She was actually so natural I liked her very much.

[@katarinamarinkovic8661]

This is the interview we were all waiting for. She is spectacular, really brings the best of both worlds - comedy and journalism!

[@missrachmc]

The interview I was NEVER expectoing on this channel, fantastic surprise👏🏻

[@hotwasabi_]

i think her chicken shop date character is just her exaggerated, even in this interview you can see her nervousness and awkwardness, she’s handling it a lot better then chicken shop date amelia though lol, ugh i love her, the real queen of england.

[@maddiem1908]

I think that this sort of playing into yourself, and taking humour from the way that you are is essential for this kind of authentic comedy. like that its funny because its real

[@frankturner316]

I cannot tell you how thankful I am for this interview! This is amazing to be able to hear from Amelia in depth about her story and ideas. She has so much knowledge and passion for what she does. Clearly as well as her creative and comedic talent, she is a deeply organised and analytical person too. No wonder she has had so much success!

[@georgiprodanov]

It's so soo cool to hear Amelia's story. She is the coolest honestly.

[@noellenn2122]

Thanks for this interview. I’ve always loved Amanda’s quirky little show. For me it is by far the most British thing in the universe - the dry humour, the uptightness(?), and ofc, the chicken shop, the most quintessential British establishment imo. To know that amidst all the success, CSD is still kept essentially independent has made me appreciate the show even more and have so much respect for her as a creative. CSD is basically the A24 of KZbin content.

[@maravb133]

Her name is Amelia

[@rebecca-9083]

This was such a good interview, she has such a great story & you guys were great interviewers also!

[@jessmercedes2669]

She's wonderful I'm glad to see her get the recognition she deserves 🧡💕

[@headache7871]

This video was a master class in really "working" KZbin to her levels of success. You are fantastic at interviews.

[@Harlieelove]

Love hearing Amelia's confidence. I hope she does end up collaborating more and sharing more with the world. Please don't end CSD and certainly not on Drake's episode. I think the non-scheduled episodes allow you to continue this format forever 😘🥀 She's a real doll and a great representation of Barbie 💕

[@TabieLedesma]

So good. So happy for Amelia and all of her successes - I can’t wait to watch her continue to break media barriers.

[@KainoaAhquinsurfs]

She is so intelligent and admirable. Love her persona in her chicken shop show and the skill it takes to act awkward without breaking but also just being so funny!! love her

[@MaryLove-d5w]

I love how she can just cut a date short. Only found her today but it’s been one of the best things I’ve watched for ages! Well done Amelia you are brilliant and it’s nice to see you out of character. ❤

[@GretaJaime]

Loved this episode! I always knew Amelia was super smart by watching Chicken Shop but seeing the whole trajectory & what it’s taken for the show to become as big as it has, is so interesting and inspiring 💕

[@karliulias3623]

love this and her. she is so obviously passionate about what she does and incredibly smart. i always find myself hoping someone i love ends up on her show!

[@DarcieRobertson]

Such an intriguing and thoughtful interview! Thank you. I'm relatively new to Amelia's videos and loved hearing her process for CSD specifically and her content overall. Really inspiring. I stopped along the way and watched more date videos to really get the full experience. It was a lovely way to spend an afternoon. I loved hearing her talk! She is so brilliant and I'm a fan for life!

[@denarendall]

This was a great insight into Amelia’s concept - really enjoyed getting the ‘behind the scenes’!

[@immaterialgir7]

I think the thing Bobbi Althoff doesn't manage to do as well as Amelia is the fact that she's endlessly charming & her awkwardness in the interview doesn't feel like she's pretending to be superior or above the people she's "dating" but rather just her personality. You never feel like Amelia isn't on some level interested in who she's talking to, which is nice. Bobbi takes it too far LOL

[@ichiban6004]

I genuinely feel like Bobbi doesn’t know what she’s doing. I could understand she has her own humour and the uncomfortable nature is I guess the point? But I feel like she’s just genuinely bad at interviewing her guests. She’s not witty at all and even in her rudeness it isn’t appealing in any way..I can’t understand it.

[@cheesecakelasagna]

@@ichiban6004 Might also be because with an American accent, this type of delivery sounds just mean/rude.

[@slobberkissintl3548]

​@@cheesecakelasagnait doesn't have to. Aubrey Plaza has deadpan characters but it still falls backwards into charm

[@cherylwilliamson2390]

I love Amanda and now have learned about Colin and Samir! I am 68 years old, growing up in the 60's and 70's was very interesting but, I find young people these days fascinating.

[@jessicac1623]

Thanks for this interview! You are great interviewers, you let the people talk and interfere with inputs in the right moments! :D

[@marziadelevo]

I absolutely LOVE Amelia. She's just so funny, witty and gorgeous. Great interview ❤️

[@Dan-bl5nf]

Can't believe chicken shop date is 9 years old! I remember watching the ghetts episode back in the day

[@FashionbyMer]

LOVED THIS EPISODE! So cool hearing about Amelia’s background, she’s so well spoken and transparent!

[@Vg2024-p7i]

The Mattie Healy episode was brilliant and was what got me hooked on Chicken Shop Date. Hilarious

[@estefanialopezosorio]

The intro and outro is the best! Don’t change it, Amelia 🙏🏾

[@Classiclover4ever]

thank you so much for this conversation, i LOVE in depth interviews about a creator s process and how they think about what impact certain decisions will have. she is amazing because she built her show from the ground up and tried so many things to see what stuck, love it

[@Zoyphinx]

I love Amelia’s content but it’s also so interesting to hear her talk just as herself! 💗

[@marinafcmarques]

Amazing interview. Amelia is definitely one of a kind when it comes to originality. And I wish you'd interview more women.

[@KateBrunotts]

Such a great conversation. Thanks Amelia!

[@josephnicholson-porter9436]

I think you guys are awesome. Always have the best guest and as a londoner I'm glad you brought her on

[@BenjiSelby]

It's cool to see the worlds of KZbin collide and the appreciation y'all have for each other is beautiful. I think more collaborations like these will surface and I'm here for it! Y'all really made your trip to the UK count! 🔥

[@jesstechspice]

It is sooooo fun to watch a women really into her confidence! Congratulations! Incredible to watch you grow

[@EllTrotr]

Chicken shop date and hot ones have done what early youtubers tried so hard to achieve with breaking into the mainstream media and honestly have restored my faith that the future of media is taking a turn for the better. Genuine and authentic content over repetitive and uninspired traditional media, the power is in the creator 🙌

[@Tildamathi]

Fantastic interview! First one I watched in its entirety. Amelia is so fun and talented! Really cool to hear her story.

[@JayDubbluu]

I love the intro/outro, and never skip!

[@fabersoul]

you guys pulled it off with this one

[@markknoop777]

It's worth pointing out that the key to its early success was partly the very unique conversational style of London road men and the contrast between that and a slightly awkward posh girl. The new a list stuff is great and it's lovely they are all up for it but those early ones are painfully funny and joyful in a way that nothing else can match.

[@linxiculture]

Yeah, I remember thinking exactly that in the early videos, like this formula is hilarious 😂 but it's nice to see she's really grown and it's great to know she's capable of creating comedy with A-listers

[@LCaputo]

What a great conversation! Loved learning about all the behind the scenes work that Amelia does.

[@kamarawilliams7528]

This was so insightful and relatable. Thank you for having her on 🤗

[@roomrhythms]

I LOVE how real this is, I'm so inspired with her hard work and entrepreneur skills. I honestly thought she was just a presenter. Amazing 😍

[@thinkyoung]

Fascinating interview - - thanks guys! I watch all your interviews - - you are awesome interviewers!

[@chelseylately3909]

I looveee this interview. I enjoyed getting her perspective and learning about her. It’s really cool to hear how the process works too. This was great and you guys asked such great questions as wel as did so well not interrupting or anything like that ❤

[@benwmarsh]

Loved seeing this side to Amelia, intelligent lady. I'm a creative myself, and I've saved "the best people always leave" to my iPhone notes, very profound.

[@tatikapaya]

My multiverse for real

[@mariakelleybianchi]

So happy to see a long form interview. Thanks y'all.

[@DannyFiver-m9k]

She's beautiful inside and out . Every part of the show is well put together and interesting she knows what she's doing .

[@oliviaoverboard]

i LOVE chicken shop date. it's the perfect amount of funny, a bit uncomfortable and genuine. I've discovered a lot of UK musicians through her show (I'm american lol) that i've really liked listening to as well.

[@rebahart1323]

Amelia is the best. So glad you interviewed her!!!

[@christinewilkinson3772]

I’m 53 and I buy-in to self-created content. I’m a fan and subscriber to Amelia. Mainly because I love her humor. I like this kind of content because it feels clever and you get to know who’s creating it. I still love scripted television, but I’m picky.

[@Scoutadelic]

I was very honoured to get to meet @AmeliaDimoldenberg at a KZbin event way back when. I had 1,000 subscribers, she had quite a lot more. She was so humbled, but what was even nicer was she would chat to normal KZbinrs. Some people were there and their question was "how many subs have you got?" and if you said an amount that wasn't for them, they moved on quickly. She didn't care, she was always amazing, upbeat and I'm so glad to have got to watch this interview and let the world see how amazing she is in real life

[@SUDO-gm2if]

"If you want something to exist, sometimes you have to create it yourself" - Amelia Dimoldenberg

[@Marias.spacy.midnight]

I have to say, she is so inspirational. She was not in my algorithm until recently this year. And I’ve seen other people interview famous people. It’s so banal. This is my first experience hearing her speak and now I’ll def watch her show. Such a good gal. It’s like KZbin don’t push women like they push men. I don’t hate men. Don’t get me wrong. You are a star Amelia. And I will see all your webbis.

[@BaNaNaNzZ]

Amelia is so driven and inspiring!! I feel motivated after watching this :')

[@milos.creative]

Incredible interview, I learned a lot from her words and your great questioning and listening. Thank you so much.

[@NanceN_12]

Love this interview. Never heard Amelia like this or her story. Love her even more.

[@eke1000]

Fantastic interview! Thank you!

[@bloodynorahvan2203]

Really good quality long form interview - thank you

[@junkfunko]

This interview was a needed watch for me :)

[@velvaalvarez9099]

Loved this interview. I've been enjoying Amelia's CS dates for several years and hope she continues them. So much fun to watch.

[@MichaelBrooksUK]

I am so looking forward to this interview!