Our New Company • Making Watcher

[@watcher]

Hey everybody! Ryan here. I am beyond proud to present our new limited series, “Making Watcher.” It’s an honest look at 3 dummies making their own company, and to be completely transparent, there was some stuff in here that I was hesitant to share, cause it’s kind of vulnerable. This series was definitely a passion project for me, I put a lot into this one, and I hope you enjoy it. This series will be infrequently released (as this is an actual journal of our progress as a company). Also, in the spirit of transparency, the reason the rest of this series will be released exclusively on Patreon is due to the trials of starting an actual sustainable business, and that will become apparent when you watch! Anyways, enough gabbing from me, please enjoy the first episode of Making Watcher.

[@syd9495]

so proud of yall, got me in tears bro😭💗

[@youtubequeen7340]

I think that you guys will make this work, I can definitely see watcher grow into a successful channel, just like the try guys, you guys will hit milestones you never thought you could have reach

[@maddieharvey6852]

hey guys! This video was incredibly well done and I love seeing the production and business side of your company! I’m an entrepreneurship major (yeah it’s a real thing lol) and so I’m especially interested in all of Stephen’s work to get investors and create a business model for your company. Is there any way Stephen could share the podcasts and other resources he used to teach himself about the business side of your start up company? I know you guys are super busy, but whenever you get a chance it would be super valuable to me and I think a lot of other aspiring entrepreneurs 💖💖 @watcher @stephen

[@alexandralopes1157]

I'm really sad I won't be able to watch this series but I'll continue to support you 3 regardless

[@youtubequeen7340]

Watcher notice me sempais

[@saiwenya]

I watched a 3 min ad for them to get more adsense so I’d say I’m an investor

[@rachaeldavis3919]

DUDE SAME! I'm like - I can't sub to their patreon but I can watch ads lmao

[@Sanmarachella]

Honestly anything that helps would be appreciated 😊

[@fablehaven24]

This is the only channel I would whole heartedly watch ads for! 💚

[@sophiegriffiths5773]

legit me

[@TheKensta88]

Same, I really hope it helps. I wish I could afford to be a patreon sub.

[@heyryanisonx3141]

Mad respect to Steven Lim for taking on the business side like a mad lad

[@recoil53]

There's some history to say he would have been the one to do it. Look at all the people he leapfrogged to get to Executive Director at BF - their highest title. A lot of work to do that. He also used to be a chemical engineer, unlike all the theater majors at BF. The flexibility to switch and the brain to take on mind numbing details. As an aside - as the business/money guy he's also set up to be the most powerful guy in the company.

[@FH-rp6zs]

@@recoil53 Good point. I just realized when the Try Guys went off on their own, it was ex-chemical engineer Ned "I love spreadsheets" Fulmer who took over the financial side, and now he seems to be the one who ultimately controls the budget. They have a behind-the-scenes video where Eugene has to justify renting a crane to him, and calls Ned "Dad" as he explains why he needs the money.

[@jayhom5385]

ikr. In his own content he comes off as the ultimate goofball. However I do recall in Worth It rewatching describing why he moved to NY, and it showed a drive.

[@bucketslash11]

business pitch: overthrow the capitalist class

[@aliifahbianca5504]

Oh yeah he IS a mad lad and he's freaking good at it.

[@eveer925]

Shane talking about almost crying, Ryan being so stressed, and Steven focusing on the business side and being the driving force is crazy. Steven doing his best to learn business is crazy. I’m glad they pushed through all the effort

[@Aly_2014]

Eliza Rodan word it reminded me of the video of Steven and Keith from the try guys trying to get Steven to break out of his shell

[@OneWingedAngelsBand]

Honestly Steven learning business like that is the Mamba Mentality right there. #Respect

[@cosmicanon9257]

i mean yeah shane did cry tho

[@ren1724]

@@cosmicanon9257 this made me tear up

[@hannahyokoyama149]

I like the simple "we worked at Buzzfeed, felt it was time to leave so we did" Simply, straightforward, no shade

[@FandomOfMadness]

That's cause they still in a contract and they probably don't wanna start drama with Buzzfeed

[@kami_narisama]

@@FandomOfMadness i mean, not everything have to be in a bad blood, and i feel like many people doesn't realize this. Yes Buzzfeed have lots of well known problems, but that doesn't mean it applies to everyone who worked there. Maybe for these three it is just the time for them to move on and explore something new. It's just, that. Just how it is.

[@xroyalbloodx]

@@kami_narisama and even if there is bad blood between them and buzzfeed, I feel like none of them are the type of person to sit down and create drama. They have their own thing now and they clearly (as stressful as it is) are happy with that. Numerous people have already spoken out against buzzfeed and I feel like, there isn't much they could add, anyway. So I suppose there really is no reason to pick a fight.

[@nightrider_]

@@xroyalbloodx Staying off from drama and focusing on making sure their work is good enough is probably the reason why they were successful with this in the first place. Kudos to them!

[@anthonyb3209]

And little did they know when filming this, that a pandemic would arise and they'd bring happiness to many people with few good things to look forward to. Thank you Watcher

[@spencershort3288]

So true. All hail Watcher

[@Vertigo71414]

It's official all the best people have left Buzzfeed

[@vinnyl264]

Candace DeBoer unsolved and worth it are still going to be going

[@vinnyl264]

Peter Griffin it is still going to be Shane and Ryan

[@fatinzamri432]

@@vinnyl264 So is Worth It just Andrew now?

[@Lovelyclarii]

I mean, Andrew is still there I think. But yeah, The Try Guys and The Ghoul Boys+Steven doing their own thing is amazing

[@Lovelyclarii]

@UCIsP7H_v3nHPRDfuVo9e0Iw well, I guess the channel will still run but Ryan and Shane won't be hosts anymore. Like, recently a lot of the content on the channel has not featured them.

[@jaspirita]

I was so worried that Shane and Ryan would never work together again once they eventually left Buzzfeed, I'm so glad they are doing this!!! AND with Steven!

[@nirzaripandya6548]

now all we need is andrew

[@gabzd]

@@nirzaripandya6548 YES

[@Azura.Ashton]

@@nirzaripandya6548 how about Adam?

[@nirzaripandya6548]

@@Azura.Ashton yeas him too!! we need unsolved and worth it team together! and maybe ralix too?

[@FandomOfMadness]

I mean Ryan and Shane are best friends

[@KP_Uravity]

"I'm worried no one will care". That just broke my heart, Ryan. Why would no one care? You guys have obviously put so much care and love and determination into this business and I don't think anyone could ignore that. Plus you guys have a really strong community of fans. We know you guys, at least the way you present yourself to the audience and we care about you. I don't think anyone would care what you guys were doing, as long as its you and we can tell you're enjoying what you do then we'll always be here for you!

[@Tuuralihn]

We fucking care, Ryan.

[@jolene1636]

I agree! A huge community of us will support all three of them.

[@annajxnssen]

👏🏼👏🏼 exactly!

[@AL_everythingoes]

Legit,, i’m surprised there wasn’t a surge of subscribers since ppl have been badgering them to separate from buzzfeed,, i’m wAITING Y’ALL, WHERE ARE DEM FANSSSSSS FOR THE GHOUL BOYS AND THE WORTH IT GANGG

[@annajxnssen]

@@AL_everythingoes honestly. i got tired of the countless 'ryan and shane (and steven, but then on Worth it ofc)'s backs must hurt from carrying buzzfeed' and the 'this is really the only thing i like about buzzfeed' and shit like that. like whERE Y'ALL AT YA GOT WHAT YA WISHED FOR

[@christineanggi4520]

i think we need a "Steven Lim" in every team, who just numbs their feelings and anxieties to push through every boundaries. i can really feel that he has the same amount of pressure/stress like Ryan and Shane, but he is just ignoring it, and take the difficult responsibility for the team. kudos to three of you!!! i believe you guys are going to make it!

[@rachaelberger4271]

I love that Shane and Ryan are like "we cried" and Steven's like "so anyway, here's the next business email" HAHAH love them so much :D

[@heyryanisonx3141]

"I made myself feel nothing." - Shane Madej, 2020

[@dumbass9880]

chicago world fair (wheeze)

[@jonnysandwich8199]

Honestly Shane

[@deeznutsjokemaker7227]

The ppl who made depressed au's on wattpad were right ig

[@ecbellem]

chicago world fair also shane in the same video: ya like rain sticks?

[@recoil53]

And still Shane leaked salty fluids from his ocular region.

[@smaashleyy]

it’s crazy to me that they had any doubt that this would be a hit. I myself, and I’m sure plenty of other Buzzfeed Unsolved fans, would watch ANYTHING Ryan and Shane put out... ANYTHING

[@AngryRockMan]

I mean it doesn't help that this kind of came out of nowhere and wasn't advertised at all

[@patrickoloo2393]

Yea....Ryan for life....shaniac all the way

[@ari-qr3pi]

They could release an hour long video of them drinking coffee and Unsolved Fans rewatch it 5 times...

[@BP-to2mq]

Raychle Bernoth i think it’s because of the lack of advertisement. I didn’t even find this channel until yesterday.

[@Lewk952]

Raychle Bernoth I had no idea they left until someone commented on one of their Buzzfeed videos. I follow Shane on Instagram, so I’m not sure how I missed it.

[@aldal2840]

I feel like a lot of people are still not aware that they made their own company! Someone has to tell them omg

[@tarynmoore5821]

Ms Daddy deadass love them all and just stumbled upon tourist trapped and thought that buzzfeed made ANOTHER channel. Pleasantly surprised that they are going their separate ways from Buzzfeed. I’m sad I wasn’t there right away for them

[@andreapoloferrer8115]

I just found out, I’m binge watching everything, love you guys and wish you the absolute best!!

[@kellygardner808]

Ms Daddy I only found out about an hour ago

[@kellygardner808]

Andrea Polo Ferrer same here

[@samanthamarie6640]

They're amazing

[@plubo5095]

anyone else remember when shane and ryan got steven in the sims and locked him in a prison

[@lemmy9682]

Bahahahah I need to see this!

[@trendsmxd6552]

Good times

[@slenderman2741]

Which one? I tried to look it up but there’s more than 1 video of them playing the sims

[@rebellerene]

woah looking back, kelsey impicciche has also left buzzfeed. almost all the people that made buzzfeed popular are working on their own channels now. crazy.

[@themripley]

I am so obsessed with this side of Steven, it is fascinating.

[@Animaniafreak]

Ikr, I always think of Steven as this happy energetic goofball, but he has this determined articulate serious side and I'm at awe by him! I think Steven is really focused on the business side of things so they can stay afloat, but it feels he's all bottled up and not the jolly Steven like on "worth it", I hope to see the happy Steven back, soon.

[@maren6195]

hearing ryan talk about how he was worried that nobody would care about watcher and that his career didnt matter to anyone honestly hurt to hear.... i´ve been watching buzzfeed unsolved for years and whenever a season is on, it´s a genuine highlight of my week. i joke about the show with my friends at uni who watch it too. and just the other day, i told them to check out watcher and how funny the first video was. these videos, the videos that you make are a part of actual real people´s everyday lives, albeit a small one. in some cases, even a big one, im sure. please dont let that little voice saying that maybe nobody cares tell you anything. so many peope care, in so many different ways, whether they´re big or small ways. :)

[@flutterby857]

Defo a part of my life, I can't sleep unless I have unsolved playing in the background

[@stephaniesua9736]

I found an army in the comment section yayyy, *high 5s*

[@maren6195]

@@stephaniesua9736 ayyy we truly are everywhere haha

[@aliifahbianca5504]

I agreee

[@indhira6433]

I dunno who said it in the comment section but it said "When Shane and Ryan quits then it's over for you Buzzbitches"

[@Bergen98]

I think they did not completely quit though, Unsolved and Worth It would be still going

[@Dmcs1917]

Никита Отдельнов it’s not I don’t think

[@annah7793]

It's been over for Buzzfeed for a few years. They used to have good content and now they're just trying too hard.

[@gh0stgaming85]

kellie g I was gonna say

[@FandomOfMadness]

@@Bergen98 I mean Unsolved is still going on but there is a new guy. *sighs* I think it's the camerman but probably not.

[@bishielurfer]

Ryan: "Between the three of us, we made two of their top shows: 'Worth It' and 'Buzzfeed Unsolved.' " Me: It's okay Shane, I remember Ruining History. All hail The Watcher.

[@gothgirl2245]

ruining history was the best thing in my life and i will always mourn its unsung status and cancellation

[@jacquelinele9170]

@@gothgirl2245 wait I was waiting this whole time for a new season 😭 did not know it was cancelled lol or maybe I was in denial

[@symbelex]

@@jacquelinele9170 at least now we have puppet history as a good continuation

[@gothgirl2245]

@@jacquelinele9170 sis me too. Something about the animation being too expensive. But yeh puppet history over on The Watcher channel is brilliant also

[@jacquelinele9170]

@@symbelex yesss I love puppet history already!

[@sydneywirtz4189]

I will never get over the fact that they just used a Google Slides theme for their powerpoint

[@kaminisj3798]

Ikr I was laughing my ass off at that part

[@Lily-il8mf]

It really shows that it doesn’t have to be the best app out there

[@Rosiepedia]

It’s September 2020, I’ve seen every episode of buzzfeed unsolved and yet this has only just popped up on my feed. KZbin’s algorithm sucks.

[@nekoboygames7786]

Same here, but December 2020. How could it take me a year to find out about this channel???

[@kierak5424]

I only just found it today, exactly a year after they launched! The mac and cheese Dish Granted video was in my recommended videos and when Steven said it was the first episode I was like oh neat, he branched off! Well... now I have some catching up to do.

[@bluetextbooks]

It just popped up on my feed today.

[@imVexedBruh]

And here I am just seeing this channel today

[@damoreno713]

Same man. Its gonna be boring now

[@dristipradhan1676]

Anyone feeling like it was an unsolved video when Ryan was narrating?

[@KP_Uravity]

Actually it felt more like a spooky interview!

[@annajxnssen]

i feel like he tried very, very hard to find a balance between his normal-voice and his Unsolved-voice to make it not too casual and not too serious, ahha!

[@wo000hh6]

Huhu yezhh

[@rachaeldavis3919]

Ryan has the most soothing narration voice I love it

[@LifeofGie_613]

Yeeeeaaaassssh 🤣

[@michaeladial6681]

When Ryan had his confessional and referred to his team as his "best friends" and then showed a picture of him with Shane, real tears came to my eyes man! Holy crap I love these guys and everything they've accomplished. You guys deserve all of the success you're having.

[@janewick1082]

I am so glad we can share these moments with them via this content. I AM SOOO SUPER HAPPY FOR THEM.

[@_ilysmjamie]

SAME

[@mithu679]

Sameeeee 😭

[@lj6006]

I only watched buzzfeed for Shane and Ryan... I think a lot of people could agree 👌

[@NCLJNE17]

Buzzfeed lost their last big group in Shane, Ryan and Steven, almost everyone from the golden age of buzzfeed is gone

[@MrsBungle78]

BlueGrunge 93 From what everyone is saying they haven’t left, they’re just doing this also.

[@thedovahkiin666]

No fucking joke my dude

[@artxlife7236]

I'm really going to miss Buzzfeed Unsolved :( excited for the boys getting out on their own though! Ladylike is starting to fizzle too...

[@tanvijoshi4140]

Throw in Andrew, Adam and Steven, and that's accurate

[@doyalikejazz7253]

“Apologies for the lack of shirt, I didn’t think anyone would see this” Aside from this being hilarious this just shows how much Ryan was meant for this job, he’s constantly thinking of the project and recording those thoughts, even when the shots he makes aren’t going to be used in anything, he’s always recording, always invested in this type of stuff, and he’s got no problem using these personal thoughts and reactions to make yet another incredible product to elaborate even further on Watcher and what goes into it and that’s just crazy to me, following these dudes to the end of the earth man

[@charliechan8991]

Funny how time flies, I was extremely happy when the launch was successful. Now, you're turning your back on the community that supported you. What a betrayal.

[@michelledang6834]

Major respect for Steven. Like it definitely felt like he was doing alot of the business side just bc his social media stuff which looked like he was networking with a bunch of people even though he is pretty introverted. Really proud of all 3 and their efforts

[@kalebbautista2320]

I guess He's just not that close to those 2

[@portisthetortoise3239]

Shane getting emotional about retelling the story of when a guest cancelled last minute broke my heart. I am so glad things are getting better for them all now!

[@SmileyPeony]

I know, the idea of Shane crying breaks my heart.

[@losttrackoftimeagain]

I think this channel needs more promotion. I didn't even hear about it until the day Puppet History dropped and that's only because the first video popped up in my recommended. Steven has a HUGE audience with worth it, I'm sure that if that audience was notified, you'd get more traffic. Ryan and Shane also have a pretty big audience with unsolved, and the thing about unsolved is that a lot of them are in it for Ryan and Shane. Letting that audience know that Watcher exists can also help subscriber count grow. There's also all the people who watched Ruining History with Shane, and would enjoy Puppet History. All the channel really needs is to notify those audiences that they've moved from Buzzfeed to Watcher so Steven, Ryan and Shane fans subscribe, and to tell Ruining History fans that if they want more of that content, Buzzfeed isn't going to provide it for them, but they can move to Watcher and have basically the same thing, but with puppets.

[@watcher]

Thanks for the thoughts! It starts with one person at a time, so please tell your friend about Watcher and we'll keep working hard to continue growing. -Steven

[@Sanmarachella]

The boys have all posted about it multiple times and I highly doubt buzzfeed would let them post about it. They're doing what they can with the tools they have!

[@donuteater5291]

They have a lot of people backing them (just need more promotion for other fans to subscribe here now) We love you and support you guys😄👻

[@LadyHopeBlackwell]

I mean technically there’s nothing stopping fans from talking loudly about Watcher in the comments of old BFU & Worth It videos...

[@L16htW4rr10r]

@@watcher I think I found out about this channel because I saw Comments in buzzfeed? I can't remember. But Im most certainly didn't know this exist until then.

[@liz_suh]

Very proud of you guys. Especially Steven Lim. I remember seeing him on buzzfeed being so shy and anxious and not know how to interact with people and now he’s a BOSS. I would love for you guys to succeed and I will support you guys all the way!

[@laurenladybird]

I would LOVE to read a book from Steven about how to start your own business from 0 knowledge. He must be a well of knowledge for creatives who want the business knowledge to be self sufficient.

[@lilgraham5340]

“I’m working with my best friends.” “I believe in this” MY H E A R T

[@leahditto9808]

Steven’s “what I want Watcher to be” statement actually made me cry. B*zzfeed really just used all of them and they’re finally able to have control and they want others to feel this freedom they feel. I’m proud of all of you and can’t wait to see what’s next

[@suzannne1831]

this coming up in my recommended after yesterday's video is absolutely rich

[@gleekoo8]

when steven said he hopes the future of watcher is full of people who care for each other as people and not as machines or tools... that kind of speaks to you as how buzzfeed was treating them and how it eventually treats all its content creators

[@raghadthewinner]

You know what omg i didn’t think of it like that when i heard him say it at first but this makes so much since I gasped a little bit cuz this makes so much sense unfortunately, breaks my heart that content creators there experienced that 💔

[@FH-rp6zs]

I love many aspects of this video, but especially that you are giving Stephen Lim his due for the hard, potentially boring (to many) work on behind-the-scenes finances and logistics. Also, I'm super proud of all of you for your hard work and perseverance.

[@xanaharris7579]

That was fascinating to learn about since no one really talks about that kind of background stuff.

[@ReclusiveEagle]

I like how this probably started with "The Watcher" episode on buzz feed. Turns out it was Shane and Ryan watching the house the entire time

[@Charlie..22]

Reclusive Eagle that’s why on insta and stuff the user is “wearethewatcher”

[@lizziedrucker9586]

Completely thought back to the episode "The Watcher" and immediately thought perhaps that's where they got their inspiration for the name of the company...

[@alittleinfppanda]

I was beginning to wonder if I was the only one who made the association. 😆

[@loladiana_rose]

IKR that what I immediately thought

[@lemmy9682]

Lol I thought about that too!

[@monenanana]

"We are a company of people" would be a really good phrase to use 👀 in the future.....y'all should probably copyright it...

[@kesa1986]

Love this

[@jessicacreed7773]

It makes me incredibly happy to know that Ryan and Shane actually like each other enough in real life to do this together and aren't just pals for Unsolved!

[@mithu679]

Me too 😁

[@tofelipwithlove1150]

When Shane said he cried, I wanted to hug him. I'm an anxious person and I get stressed so easily so I understand that feeling. Love you guys. Will always support you!

[@cydvicious88]

All jokes aside, we're all super proud of you guys. Not having you guys around was a bummer. I never realized how much I relied on y'all for good entertainment until I hadn't seen anything from you for a while but to see what you guys have been doing behind the scenes is a tremendous joy. It's great to have you back knowing you guys are truly doing what you love.

[@elizabethregnes4225]

I can’t believe I only found this channel now. I’m surprised with how slow it is, given that the three founders are arguably the most “loved” on buzzfeed right now and videos are most “sought after” to watch. You each have A LOT of people who love your work and appreciate the people behind the curtains (aka you, since it is originally all your ideas... according to this video, this is in reference to producing the best content: Worth It and Unsolved). Subtle marketing tips on the media would be casually slipping in some references of this series on your more well-known work. (Like when you guys are in the car, a small KZbin sticker on the window can be shot that has your logo and the channel’s name.) Then on the instagrams, utilize the trending tags so that your brand will pop up right away under search engines... etc. There are TONS of marketing ways to go about it. Though it may seem like an impossible feat. getting your entire audience to move here too... all you need is one person because that “one” branch can lead you down to the root of the tree, that’ll eventually sprout out new branches. Good luck to you guys and the team. You all seem like good people and I’m glad you guys are finally making your own brand. I’ve been hoping that you would all come together (I was only assuming Andrew would be here too but I just KNEW that if you guys got together, regardless of how scary the start was- you’d all succeed). The race never ends and I hope you guys pull through and keep on running 🏃🏻‍♀️

[@pasc8699]

Elizabeth Regnes I just discovered it now because someone commented on their unsolved bloopers video. Why have I not heard of this before!! Why didn’t the try guys promote the video with zach going through the haunted house?

[@saimamorshed5023]

@@pasc8699 omg same! That's how i found out, too!

[@ayeg4174]

@@pasc8699 had i not binge-watch the try guys' videos, clicked their debate game, i wouldnt be able to see Shane, scroll down for comments about his appearance, and then read a comment about this channel. it's on the video's description tho. but yes, i also want them to get what these 3 deserve. theyre the only reason why i watch buzzfeed

[@luhvum1]

I only found them because of the try guys debate video, I really hope this channel grows bigger

[@siiri8902]

I'd imagine that most of the Unsolved and Worth It audience that follows the hosts on social media knows, because all of the boys have obviously been talking about Watcher a lot. The problem is that the casual viewers who don't really follow Ryan, Steven and Shane as individuals are a bit harder to reach because obviously the boys can't just plug their own rival company in a Buzzfeed video. The audience has to do a bit of their own searching to find here. We can help by telling people in the comment section of Unsolved etc though!

[@sydrified]

Of all the Watcher shows, this is the most Unsolved-like. The narration, the natural emotions, the unscripted banter… is awesome. The only thing I watched on Buzzfeed is Unsolved. With that said, I only saw Steven Lim on JK Party so this is a good way to introduce him as the equally-important person in your triumvirate. I mean I would watch an episode on how you constructed the first pitching deck with The Ghoul Boys unsure as heck and with Steven scouring the net for great sources.

[@offday6427]

The amount of genuine care and passion put into it is really insane to see. They clearly care so much about this project with such pure intentions. They deserve the world and more.

[@recoil53]

The money/business guy is never "equally" important.

[@kemmli]

recoil53 he is _also_ a content creator, and he’s awesome. He is just as important as Ryan and Shane.

[@recoil53]

@@kemmli I know he makes content. My point is that everything costs money and the guy who keeps track of it and the guy who the investors talk too has added importance. He isn't just an equal.

[@joniepaguio7112]

“The company has a rock-solid business model, sustainable, we’ve hired amazing people, and we’ve invested in those people.” If me, my block mates, and professors were all watching this from the same room right now, I’d probably see a lot of nodding heads and smiling faces from them- despite them not knowing who you guys are. These days, no matter how fun, entertaining, aesthetically pleasing to look at, interesting, etc. the product is (regardless of the nature of business), it won’t last long if it’s not sustainable. I’m not familiar with how other KZbinrs(?) or film makers approach their work, but it’s very refreshing to hear from people in the film industry- especially from people like you who literally just started your own business, that they consider sustainability as something that can help them be successful. It’s evident that you guys really are doing your best to make this a wonderful company for everyone, and for that I commend all of you. I also want to add that I’m not a pro in terms of business models, but as someone who majored in human development in the workplace, I want to emphasize that no matter what happens, your team members must always come first. Don’t ever sacrifice your people in exchange for amazing content or stuff like that. If you believe in your team and help each other develop as professionals, and as individuals- y’all will do just fine. :) Hats off to the whole team and I can’t wait to see more from all of you. I also want to specifically commend Steven for doing a job very well done in terms of the business side of the company. I was originally here for the ghoul boys and it’s literally my first time hearing from Steven BUT I’M ALREADY A BIG FAN. You. Are. Amazing. But so is Shane and Ryan, we all know that. Hahaha. CHEERS TO THE FUTURE! PS. If anyone from the team is reading this, I recommend you look up the BLUE OCEAN strategy. Maybe it can help you think of new ways on how to approach things within your company. :)

[@angela8884]

I hope this channel blows up!!! It’s sad cause I feel like KZbin isn’t promoting it like it should!!! They deserve more subscribers and would have if everyone knew it existed!!! Like I’m a huge of all 3 and I just found out today!!! Also I this corona bs needs to pass cause I need to start working again so I can pay for their patreon already!

[@questyquestkey7202]

Watcher has just begun and I'm already blown away I'm excited to see this channel grow from the beginning and hopefully make its name bigger than Buzzfeed

[@micakamradt]

I remember when the try guys left and we all said that when Shane and Ryan leave, buzzfeed is going down. I’m honestly really happy for them. Now we have Steven too, I’m very excited to get to know him as a creator as well.

[@beardivisionbear9139]

LOL when did they say that!! Thats amazing

[@Animaniafreak]

So you have never watched "Worth it"? It's Steven's baby and really good.

[@Alethia_]

I'm still sticking around for Kelsey, but she has her own channel already and will probably split off too soon

[@hn_skm]

After the Try Guys went independent, I was waiting for you three to do the same. You guys are going to do great, I can’t wait to see what’s to come from this new adventure of yours !

[@antheaholmes9431]

Honestly idk why ruining history didn’t get more episodes because it definitely was popular but great work overall! It’s a little late but congrats and y’all deserve it for being such Gs

[@singmusic123]

imma be honest here: STEVEN IS SO UNDERRATED THIS MAN

[@sophiaaifos871]

I want y’all to succeed so bad it physically hurts

[@evolvedcopper2205]

All hail the Watcher

[@acsokolowski]

Evolved Copper all hail the Watcher

[@magicalratfairy]

Evolved Copper All hail the watcher

[@d_payperbag]

All hail the Watcher

[@emilydell]

All hail the Watcher

[@thbchi2079]

All hail to me

[@adriana516]

we will ever get "Ruining History" in Watcher? I loved that series!!

[@irock4735]

I can tell you right now no. After seeing what the try guys went thru. BuzzFeed owns the concept of that show so what they do will have to be completely different then what they did before.

[@stepharoth]

Puppet History is basically the same concept and it's delightful!

[@warilban]

@@irock4735 What concept? It;s just history telling with some commentary LOL it's like a game show format.

[@irock4735]

@@warilban that's not what buzz feed lawyers think. The try guys when they left said that they were not allowed to do the same content they did for BuzzFeed otherwise thy would be sued.

[@blondhecox]

@@irock4735 i'm confused tho bec the try guys have done multiple without a recipe videos on their own channel even tho they already did one for buzzfeed. trying on sexy costumes + lie detector tests are also concepts they've already done for buzzfeed that they're also doing on their own channel.

[@paigemulleman469]

22:24 I nearly cried. Buzzfeed had great content but I was there for you guys, not just the unsolved stories. When I found out about this company I fell in love. I support you all 100% I never want you guys to feel like we don’t care 💜

[@lizurang8145]

Coming back to this on 4/19/2024, it breaks my heart. They had such hope and innocence and passion.

[@eurydicexoxo]

"im afraid no one will care" ryan i have been following you guys since the first episodes of unsolved and i will literally follow you no matter what y'all do from here on out so. doesn't count for much but you can expect at least one person to care

[@matthewbirmingham1084]

Alex Castro two people I’m down with them

[@Flanneryschickens]

"I felt...nothing. I made myself feel nothing." Shane, the compartmentalizationist in me recognizes the compartmentalizationist in you.

[@facevaluehighfive]

Flanneryschickens, the compartimentalizationist in me recognizes the compartmentalizationist in you recognizing the compartmentalizationist in Shane.

[@kee0613]

when ryan said " im worried no one's gonna care " my eyes started getting teary because when that announcement video came out i never knew this was what was going on bts. and we do care! a lot of the buzzfeed unsolved fans maintain this connection with ryan and shane ( and now steven) and we will support them in all their choices! i'm so happy these guys took these risks to make such amazing and beloved content but i want them to know that they should always prioritise mental health and that we support them :)

[@meeks182]

This genuinely made me cry. I know nobody is going to see this comment but I just love these guys so much. And the fact the want to make content that genuinely makes people happy, and makes them and everyone working for them happy, that makes me tear up. Knowing they have this wonderful, pure vision in mind makes me so...emotional for some reason. It makes me want to do something with my life. Also, watching shane and Ryan almost cry made me cry because I- Anyway yeah. Love all the shows here, love all the people here, and I really, really hope you guys become even bigger and more wonderful as time goes on.

[@pouiy23]

Steven is the logical and analytical cornerstone that holds watcher together

[@marzcantread]

"I made myself feel nothing" And all that Story that Ryan told.. Like shit man, I maybe cried a little

[@addie2816]

I don't think anyone would have been a better choice to create this series than Ryan. If Steven is the business mind of Watcher, then Ryan is the heart. He puts his vulnerabilities completely out there in a way that was impactful and sincere. He makes people feel for him and want to root for him and the others. The way he phrases his questions during the interviews was great too. Looking forward to seeing how Watcher grows from here on!

[@tofelipwithlove1150]

And Shane is the talent.

[@myrystixx]

@@tofelipwithlove1150 Or the body

[@jadad468]

Shane is the legs

[@reee2420]

@@jadad468 lol

[@victoriateague9012]

Shane is my favorite.😎

[@front.mp4957]

I hope in the future years, Andrew would leave Buzzfeed and join Watcher, then the 4 of them would do a collab with the Try Guys. That would be the greatest crossover of all time. EDIT: Or, they could do a series where they'd do a collab with every KZbinr who left Buzzfeed.

[@allmanthis6514]

OMG! YESSSSSSSS!

[@mirandathepandakitty1630]

It would need to be a Competition video

[@awkwardninja3619]

Why didn't he leave with them? Didn't they invite him?

[@blondhecox]

@@awkwardninja3619 from what someone told me, andrew is more involved with tasty than buzzfeed video. maybe working at tasty is different than working at regular buzzfeed and he didn't see a reason to leave. i would love to see him in a watcher video though!

[@vimerveilles]

Not including Safiya??? A crime

[@jades.5970]

"I...felt nothing. I made myself feel nothing" SHANE STOP BEING A DEMON FOR 2 SECONDS and TURN ON THE HUMAN EMOTIONS

[@lehelene]

I remember watching some of Stephen’s first videos at buzzfeed which revolves around him trying to make new friends and trying new hairstyles and outfits - generally being an awkward little bean... and now he’s this fully fledged business dude!! It’s truly something to behold as someone who is also an awkward human hahaha An inspiration ✨

[@amandarakestraw2915]

I am going to join the Patreon as soon as I'm less broke. I love you guys and love your vision and want to do everything to support and help this dream. It has such a good purpose and you all are such good people, you deserve success. And I know that your hard work WILL get results. I'm so proud of you all. Everything is going to work out great, don't worry.

[@annajxnssen]

LMAO I feel you on a spiritual and financial level ahah!

[@floofbythefoot7943]

i’m currently 4k in debt and 16 so like... i felt that

[@annajxnssen]

@@floofbythefoot7943 student life amirite

[@rachaeldavis3919]

same here - ya girl wants to support but is broke as heck

[@lucyq1445]

I’m going to look like a fool if this is explained later in the video; but, you guys should talk about the logo and more about working with the graphic designer you mentioned in the first watcher weekly

[@hhdbhn302]

I also wanna know more about the logo!

[@jazmincontreras3246]

As a graphic design student I'm also intrigued about knowing more about the logo!

[@weraisnotonline]

This format of "documentary meets page from a journal meets vlog" is in itself an amazing piece of art. I had to pause or rewind multiple times to fully process and/or just really marvel at what you guys are doing here. The honesty and personal touch just really makes me appreciate everything you've done and value every single new piece of content even more. Really, really cannot wait to see everything else you've got in store. I feel like myself and other people following you guys are seriously happy that you're allowed to create your own stuff now and we're really rooting for you. (also starting to save up for that patreon money right this second)

[@hartdr8074]

By the way, kudos whoever designed the Watcher logo. It's really well-designed.

[@ambivalenceful]

One year later, you guys passed 1 million subscribers! Huge huge congratulations, I am so incredibly proud of you all! ALL HAIL THE WATCHER

[@iiiiiiii2159]

All hail the watcher!

[@caysiem362]

I think a lot of people (including me) saw this channel and didn’t fully comprehend how much time, effort, money, stress, and work really went into creating this company. I’m so proud of all of you guys and the immense work you all put in and I’ll absolutely support this company❤️

[@ash60248]

“Success to me is defined by the culture that we’ve built here.” Steven you touched many hearts with that truth. The people you will work with directly will know your integrity and be proud to work with you all, but those of us who watch you are also inspired. Work culture directly impacts quality of life and it is clear Watcher has the chance to change lives. Thank you for taking content and business seriously so many can live better lives.

[@capital_beaz4725]

M'kay

[@tayloryancey1614]

"What are you most excited about for Watcher" the realization that the slogan was already created. "ALL hAiL tHE wAtChER!!!"

[@ericahernandez4245]

I’ve been a Steven Lim fan from the start. I just found out about this new venture and I’m so excited for you all! Thank you for sharing so honestly and openly. This was real and raw. I left a career in engineering to build a Salsa Dance Company with my 2 best friends (one of them is also my husband). We are bootstrapping and plan to launch soon! And yes, we’re still working out of our kitchen and home. I can’t wait for the day when we will have a team like you have built. Thank you for sharing and being vulnerable about how difficult it is! ♥️ This is so inspiring! Sending you love and prayers from San Diego, Ca.

[@kaeminie13]

How did i just discover this channel?!?!?! They’re literally 3/4 ppl that i still watch buzzfeed for... wish you all success guys! Will binge watch all your vids now..

[@aniketghosh8271]

Shane : I make some things here. Spoken like a true demon

[@aniketghosh8271]

Even Steven called Shane ' Mr. No Feelings ' I am telling you'll he's not a human

[@questyquestkey7202]

Whatever Shane really is will remain... *unsolved*

[@lord_of_the_oreos_vol3]

Also Shane "I love emotions. I love having them🙂."

[@justdecaffeinated]

@@lord_of_the_oreos_vol3 sounds like something a demon would say

[@elizabethregnes4225]

Plot twist: Shane an actual demon possessing the spirit of a believer who was one day investigating a potentially haunted hideout. Pretending to blend in with the humans, joined a company called Buzzfeed knowing he’d succeed because of his supernatural self, and hid in plain sight on Buzzfeed Unsolved Supernatural

[@lizard2076]

WATCHER IS GONNA THRIVE IM SO HAPPY FOR U GUYS

[@sophiedevon4023]

I only discovered Ryan and Shane this past year when I started watching unsolved:supernatural. As someone who's a pretty new fan, I've gotta say the whole Watcher crew has completely won me over. All this content is amazing and I'm eating it up! This making of vid is really special, just the way you share your insecurities and ups and downs is something you don't see a lot. I think everyone with a creative dream should be watching this.

[@fareedazanofer]

i only found them 2 months ago! And god i am happy i did! These people are so creative and amazing and wholesome, they've brought me so much joy, being stuck at home rn.

[@Abby-gy9no]

As a business major, but also someone who loves these crazy guys, this was so enjoyable to watch! I want you all to succeed so much, and I’m definitely going to try to do my part in that success :) (including commenting purely for the algorithm!!)

[@littleghost4626]

in the light of Kristen and Jen's new video about Buzzfeed, what Ryan and Steven said about how they want to run their company (integrity, invest in their employees, being somewhere people are excited to come to work) carry a lot more weight.

[@tomdelongjohns]

i went off about this in the discord but this video as a whole is a masterclass in intelligent and excellent editing. i'm so proud of you three and i'm so glad i can support creatives who are actively thinking about diversity and inclusion in a white male dominated industry that i want to break into eventually. so stoked to see the rest of this series whenever it comes out, and again: i'm so, so proud and happy for y'all. get some rest.

[@Flanneryschickens]

It really is edited well. It flows naturally, there's tension, and the story is clear!

[@ungabunga7879]

I can’t be the ONLY one hoping free range grass returns to this channel

[@mysteryjunkie9808]

OMG YESSSS

[@ives6622]

Legend has it that freerangegrass changed his/her username to diplococcus

[@nightkore6756]

Steven has done so much for this 😭 I remember the first video of him I saw where it was all bout how he was so shy, insecure and awkward, and seeing how much he has grown, how confident and hard working he is 🥺 such an inspiration! Yall are amazing! I will definitely support you as much as I can!

[@fairlyoddchick42]

As an entrepreneur myself, I felt so much of this. I didn't have any real business experience starting out either, and like Steven threw myself into books and podcasts and lectures. That whole "Wednesday I knew we had this, Thursday I was questioning everything" bit from Shane has also been my exact experience. It's definitely a super hard road to walk, but also definitely so worth it. Thank you so much for putting this out there.

[@ihatezilla8187]

watching with captions on and i’m glad to see we still have (wheeze)

[@alanissandoval4376]

I think one of the most frustrating things nowadays is being seen as a number, consumer, statistic, etc rather than a person. It’s so different and inspiring to me for a company to give me a reason to believe in them. I want to wear, spend time, money, etc in things I believe in. I believe and trust in what y’all are doing, so thank you.

[@ravyn9380]

Just so you guys know: I started watching Buzzfeed Unsolved because I saw a few episodes when my niece watched. I’m here, subscribed to Watcher, because I loved Shane & Ryan & their dynamic. I really enjoy Unsolved & I’m looking forward to Watcher.

[@tiffanylights]

What's really interesting to me is hearing their vision for the company. The fact that they all have a similar idea about investing in people and running the business with integrity tells me that's what they lacked previously. The goal is always to be the change you want to see in the world. Hence, Watcher. I'm so excited for what's to come, guys.

[@hannahx4128]

So moves by this. To see a group of friends get together and do something you collectively love, with hesitation, doubts, fears and hopes is really special. Keep doing what you believe in! Love from China.

[@stainedglasspixie]

This hits different.

[@chelsgogo]

20:47 I can't believe there's cookies in that sewing kit.

[@nessie8465]

I have such a good feeling about this company, everyone seems so genuine and they really seem to care about there employees, it’s so refreshing to see. I’m very excited to see where it go’s! I’ve enjoyed all your content so far and am excited to see more! Keep it up guys (and gals, or whatever gender you identify as) I’m 100% sure your gonna go places that you’ve never imagined. Honestly, this entire video felt so genuine and it broke my heart when they were going through rough times. You guys are amazing, genuine, and most of all you care, you can see it in this entire video, even though I don’t know you personally I can see how much effort you put into this entire thing. I don’t know if you’ll see this comment but just remember, there are people who will support you and will see that you care and in turn they will care. This is such a wonderful thing your making.

[@loraloo189]

I’m part of your “mature demographic”, so my first thoughts watching this were concerns that you were all eating and resting well. By the end my thoughts were about how very proud I am of you all. You’re doing a good thing with noble intentions. I look forward to watching more of the journey on Patreon.

[@AmateurArson]

The name “Watcher” cannot be a coincidence

[@Charlie..22]

BenTheAryan it’s a cult for the watcher

[@alankroota]

ALL HAIL THE WATCHER!

[@Ena48145]

I left my full time toxic job of 9 years and started my own small business. I woke up one day after a horrific and tragic loss in my life and just couldn't get out of bed. All I did was cry. It lasted for months. This was two years ago and I haven't moved past it. Anyway, I want to say it was the worst decision I ever made, but it wasn't. I am my own boss. I do what I want when I want. No one harasses me and talks bad about me behind my back. No one tells me I can't have lunch because other people are on lunch and no one tells me I can't go home because other people are taking breaks. No one tells me I have to come in on my day off because tasks aren't done. I make triple and sometimes quadruple what I did at a place that gave me nothing but anxiety and torment. It was so scary and sometimes is, but never doubt yourself. I felt like I was Michael Scott starting my own paper company but I did it. I made it. And is it what I want to do forever? Absolutely not. But it's better than where I was. Never, ever, ever doubt yourself.

[@lui9c]

Gotta love Steven going off because he already pitched the behind the scenes idea 😂

[@kei6400]

This is actually very well made, and i'm honestly very interested in how a company is formed. Was already planning to join your patreon when I have more funds (and you'll be the first patreon i'll join!!), so this is a big cherry on top. Hoping the best for u guys!!!

[@chloerene7858]

I'm just so proud of these 3 boys for really putting their mind to something and doing whatever it takes to make it work. Very inspiring. I'm so excited to see you guys find your own voices away from buzzfeed and see the content you create. Things are only on the way up for you guys 🙌

[@moistydoooood]

jesus christ that one dude has such a strong jawline

[@haileyshields4051]

so honestly, i’ve been watching your buzzfeed unsolved and buzzfeed supernatural since the very first season they both came out. i fell asleep to buzzfeed unsolved every night. please never stop doing what you do! i NEED your amazing story telling, commentary, humor, and fun facts about everything. i love that you made this company! i can’t believe it took me 11 months to realize you guys created your own company!